Main news(2023/10/21)
What about a ground invasion?
2023-10-21 22:10:00
As the Gaza Strip descends into a serious humanitarian crisis due to clashes between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas, a border checkpoint with Egypt was opened on the 21st, allowing trucks carrying humanitarian aid supplies to enter. Yusuke Tamura, head of the Jerusalem bureau, explains whether aid supplies can be delivered to residents in need without delay, leading to an improvement in the humanitarian situation, and whether there will be any impact on Israel's ground invasion.
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Japan Series: Orix and Hanshin, first battle between Kansai teams in 59 years
2023-10-21 20:58:00
In the 4th game of the final stage of the Climax Series of the Professional Baseball Pacific League, Orix won 3-2 against Lotte, bringing their competitive record to 4 wins and 1 loss, including the 1 win given to the team that won the league championship. We decided to advance to the Japan Series for the second time in a row. As a result, the Japan Series was a meeting between Orix and Hanshin, marking the first time in 59 years that the Kansai teams faced off against each other.
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By tomorrow morning, there will be snow in Tohoku and Kanto-Koshin areas at high altitudes.
2023-10-21 19:09:00
Due to the winter-like atmospheric pressure distribution and cold air in the upper atmosphere, snow is falling mainly in the mountains on the Sea of Japan side of northern and eastern Japan. By the morning of the 22nd, snow is expected to accumulate on the flatlands of Hokkaido, as well as in high altitude areas of Tohoku and Kanto-Koshin, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the impact on traffic.
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“NauNau” has more than 2 million users, location information etc. can be viewed from outside
2023-10-21 19:07:00
It has been revealed that the location information sharing app NauNau, which is popular among the younger generation, had at one point made the location information and chats of at least 2 million users viewable from outside. The company acknowledged the facts, temporarily suspended the app's service from the 21st, and announced that it would conduct an investigation by a third-party organization.
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JR Chikuhi Line train and car collide, man in car is in critical condition, train passengers also injured
2023-10-21 18:50:00
According to the police and JR, just after 5:30 pm on the 21st, there was an accident where a train and a car collided at a railroad crossing near Imajuku Station on the JR Chikuhi Line in Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City.
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Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Nishimura visits Miyagi for the first time after releasing treated water “Immediately implement emergency support measures”
2023-10-21 18:49:00
Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura visited Miyagi Prefecture for the first time after the release of treated water from the TEPCO Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the sea, and emphasized the intention to promptly implement emergency support measures for fisheries businesses to counter rumors and other measures. Did.
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Families of identified missing persons hold large-scale gathering in Tokyo “We want a solution as soon as possible”
2023-10-21 17:35:00
Families of the missing people, who cannot rule out the possibility that they were abducted by North Korea, held a large rally in Tokyo, demanding a quick resolution and support from public opinion.
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Tochigi: Female body found in car, identified as 15-year-old female high school student from Chiba
2023-10-21 17:28:00
On the 19th, the body of a woman was found inside a rental car in Kamimikawa-cho, Tochigi Prefecture.As a result of the police's efforts to identify the woman, the woman was confirmed to be a 15-year-old female high school student living in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture. It is known that she died of suffocation due to pressure on her neck, and police are investigating the possibility that the high school girl may have been strangled to death. Police have arrested a 28-year-old suspect in this incident on suspicion of abandoning the body.
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[Breaking News] Truck carrying relief supplies arrives in Gaza Strip multiple media outlets
2023-10-21 16:45:00
Multiple media in the United States and Egypt reported that a truck carrying humanitarian aid supplies entered the Gaza Strip from a border checkpoint with Egypt, which is in the midst of a serious humanitarian crisis due to clashes between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas. In the video, you can see a truck with an Egyptian flag stopped at a checkpoint after 4pm Japan time. The arrival of humanitarian aid will be the first since Israel completely blockaded the Gaza Strip following a Hamas attack, and the focus is on whether it will improve the humanitarian situation.
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Tornado-like gusts may occur in eastern Toyama Prefecture; tornado warning announced Japan Meteorological Agency
2023-10-21 16:34:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced a tornado warning at 4:21 p.m., saying that gusts of wind such as a tornado are believed to have occurred in eastern Toyama Prefecture.
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Approximately 100 poisonous redback spiders found at elementary school; sports day postponed in Oita
2023-10-21 15:21:00
Approximately 100 poisonous redback spiders were found at an elementary school in Oita City, and the school postponed its sports day on the 21st. The city has decided to investigate and exterminate the insects, including areas around schools.
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Nutbar, a former WBC representative from Japan, gives baseball lessons in Fukuoka
2023-10-21 14:38:00
Major League Cardinals player Lars Nootvar, who represented Japan in the WBC (World Baseball Classic), participated in a baseball class held in Fukuoka City and taught children the joy of baseball.
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More than half of people feel that it is difficult to balance cancer treatment and work
2023-10-21 13:09:00
According to a Cabinet Office poll on cancer control, 54% of people felt that it would be difficult to continue working while receiving treatment if they were to develop cancer, and the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare said it would be difficult to continue working while receiving treatment. We would like to proceed with the preparation of an environment for this purpose.
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Tochigi: Woman's body found in car; three or more smartphones found inside the car
2023-10-21 12:25:00
On the 19th, a 28-year-old suspect was arrested after a woman was found dead inside a rental car in Kamimikawa-cho, Tochigi Prefecture. According to interviews with investigators, three or more smartphones were found inside the car. I did. Police are investigating whether there is any information linking the woman to the suspect by analyzing communication records.
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Former Prime Minister Naoto Kan announces his intention not to run in the next House of Representatives election
2023-10-21 11:55:00
Former Prime Minister Naoto Kan of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan announced in an interview with NHK that he does not intend to run in the next House of Representatives election.
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Ukrainian army deploys operations in the south, Russian army intensifies attacks in the east
2023-10-21 11:36:00
The Ukrainian military appears to be carrying out large-scale operations on the east bank of the Dnipro River in the south, and may be intensifying its counterattack. Meanwhile, the Russian military is intensifying its attacks in an attempt to seize bases on the Ukrainian side in the eastern Donetsk region, and it appears that the offensive and defensive battle is becoming more intense.
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Chiba Shirai Fire at scrap wood yard; black smoke rises and firefighting efforts continue; 1 person injured
2023-10-21 11:15:00
At around 10 a.m. on the 21st, a fire broke out at a waste materials storage site in Shirai City, Chiba Prefecture, and firefighting efforts are still ongoing.
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NY stock prices fall for 3 consecutive days; gold futures price temporarily exceeds $2,000
2023-10-21 10:18:00
On the 20th, the New York stock market saw an increase in sell orders due to concerns about the future of the increasingly tense Israeli-Palestinian situation, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell for the third consecutive day. In addition, gold, which is considered a safe-haven asset, was bought on the New York Mercantile Exchange, and the benchmark futures price at one point exceeded $2,000 per ounce.
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United Auto Workers union plans to continue strike, concerns about long-term impact
2023-10-21 10:15:00
The UAW (United Automobile Workers Union) in the United States, which has been on strike against three major automakers for five weeks, has indicated that it will continue its strike, raising concerns about the long-term impact.
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Yoshidaya holds first press conference regarding bento food poisoning issue; president apologizes and explains the circumstances
2023-10-21 10:11:00
Yoshidaya, a bento manufacturer based in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, has been banned from business by the public health center after a number of people complained of feeling unwell after eating bento boxes, and more than 500 people across the country were confirmed to have suffered from food poisoning. held its first press conference on the 21st. A press conference was held at a hotel in Hachinohe City from 10 a.m., where President Hiroki Yoshida apologized and explained the circumstances surrounding the food poisoning outbreak.
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China protests against the US and makes a fuss over 'China's military threat that does not exist'
2023-10-21 09:14:00
The Chinese Ministry of Defense issued a comment on the night of the 20th regarding the US Department of Defense's strong concern that Chinese military aircraft are repeatedly approaching US military aircraft in the skies over the East China Sea. It was revealed that he had protested to the US side for making a fuss about ``China's military threat.''
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[Updated from time to time] Humanitarian aid supplies arriving in Gaza Strip after the 21st?
2023-10-21 08:35:00
As the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip worsens day by day due to Israeli military operations in response to attacks by the Islamic organization Hamas, UN officials are negotiating with the Israeli side regarding the delivery of humanitarian aid supplies, including the delivery of fuel for power generators. As the situation continues, it is expected that the delivery will begin after the 21st. *We will update you on the developments on the 21st (Japan time).
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83 Japanese and other people departing from Israel arrive at Haneda Airport by Self-Defense Force plane
2023-10-21 08:28:00
A Self-Defense Force plane carrying 83 people, including Japanese and Korean nationals, arrived at Haneda Airport in the early hours of the 21st.
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Okayama Maniwa Man dies after getting caught in a danjiri during a traditional event
2023-10-21 08:07:00
On the night of the 20th, a 23-year-old man who was participating in the ``Fighting Danjiri,'' a traditional event in which Danjiri danjiri are thrown against each other, was held in Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture, and died after being crushed by a danjiri.
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Rugby World Cup: New Zealand advances to final with comfortable win over Argentina
2023-10-21 07:35:00
The semi-final of the Rugby World Cup in France was held on the 20th, with New Zealand scoring seven tries and easily defeating Argentina 44-6, advancing to the final for the first time in two tournaments.
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Hamas releases American mother and daughter on social media
2023-10-21 07:17:00
On the 20th, the Islamic organization Hamas announced that it had released two American hostages, a father and son. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office has confirmed the safety of the two hostages and says it will work toward the release of all hostages.
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Humanitarian aid supplies delivered to Gaza Strip after 21st? Negotiations with Israel continue
2023-10-21 07:08:00
As the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip worsens day by day due to Israeli military operations in response to attacks by the Islamic organization Hamas, UN officials are negotiating with the Israeli side regarding the delivery of humanitarian aid supplies, including the delivery of fuel for power generators. As the situation continues, it is expected that the delivery will begin after the 21st.
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Prime Minister Kishida instructs ruling party to consider income tax reduction, focus of extraordinary Diet session
2023-10-21 06:44:00
Regarding new economic measures, Prime Minister Kishida has instructed the ruling party to specifically consider reducing income taxes, and there is a proposal to cut taxes by a fixed amount. Opposition parties, on the other hand, are insisting on cash handouts and reductions in social insurance premiums, which will be the focus of debate during the extraordinary Diet session.
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Softbank Yuki Kokubo appointed as manager
2023-10-21 06:33:00
It has been learned through interviews with people involved that Hiroki Kokubo, a second-team manager, will be appointed as the new manager of Softbank, a professional baseball team.
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Seven people receive the Order of Culture, including Kyogen master Mansaku Nomura and author Nanao Shiono.
2023-10-21 05:38:00
Seven people have been selected as this year's recipients of the Order of Culture, including Kyogen performer Mansaku Nomura and writer Nanao Shiono. In addition, 20 people, including actor Kinya Kitaoji, were selected as Persons of Cultural Merit.
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Tochigi: Woman whose body was found in a car died somewhere else. Was she put in the car?
2023-10-21 05:07:00
On the 19th, a woman was found dead inside a rental car in Kamimikawa-cho, Tochigi Prefecture. When police investigated the rental car in detail, they found no signs of a struggle, according to interviews with investigators. Ta. Police are investigating the possibility that the woman died somewhere else and was taken into the car.
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