Main news(2024/03/23)
Bank of Japan decides to lift negative interest rates, creating a virtuous cycle [Economic Column]
2024-03-23 23:08:00
Finally, the Bank of Japan made a decision. At the monetary policy meeting on the 19th, it was decided to end the negative interest rate policy. This will be the first interest rate hike in 17 years. The Bank of Japan cited the virtuous cycle between wages and prices as the reason for its decision. However, this virtuous cycle has not yet been realized, but rather has reached a stage where it is foreseeable that it will become a reality. Will the virtuous cycle become a reality, and will we truly enter an economy where wages and prices rise? Small and medium-sized enterprises are likely to hold the key to this. (Economy Department reporter Takahiro Sato)
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Japan national soccer team's match against North Korea: Chairman Tajima says ``We can't schedule the match anymore''
2024-03-23 22:58:00
Kozo Tajima, president of the Japan Football Association, held a press conference on the 23rd to announce his resignation regarding the match between Japan and North Korea in the second round of the Asian qualifiers for the Men's World Cup, which was canceled on March 26th. He acknowledged that it would be difficult to schedule a new match considering the schedule for the next qualifying round.
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Why can't I make a reservation for moving?
2024-03-23 22:54:00
Well, there's only one week left this month. As the environment changes starting in the new year, some people may be preparing to move right now. This is the time of year when many people move, but this year it seems to be even more difficult to make reservations. When we investigated the background, we became aware of the problems faced by the logistics industry.
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Iniesta “reports income tax in Spain” after being pointed out by the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau
2024-03-23 21:18:00
Andres Iniesta, a former Spanish national soccer player who played for J1 side Vissel Kobe, made a comment on the 23rd regarding the fact that the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau pointed out that he had failed to declare contract fees and other matters. Iniesta stated, ``I submitted an income tax return in Spain for the period pointed out.''
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Last run of JR Kyushu's sightseeing train "SL Hitoyoshi" Many people regret retirement
2024-03-23 20:52:00
JR Kyushu's sightseeing train ``SL Hitoyoshi'' made its last commercial run on the 23rd, and many people gathered at the station and along the line to watch its last run, mourning its retirement.
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[Breaking news] Rikako Ikee advances to finals in 1st place Women's 50m freestyle
2024-03-23 20:17:00
On the 23rd, the 7th day of the "one-shot" competition to select the swimming representative for the Paris Olympics, Daiya Seto will aim for his third consecutive Olympic appearance in the men's 200m individual medley. We will provide you with the latest information as soon as possible. It will be broadcast on NHK General Television and is also available on NHK Plus.
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“Lawyer will attend interrogation” Japan Federation of Bar Associations will start support system from April
2024-03-23 19:52:00
In order to prevent unfair interrogations, the Japan Federation of Bar Associations (Japan Federation of Bar Associations) requires lawyers to be present during interrogations by police and others, and from April they will begin an initiative to pay support to lawyers who are actually present. Ta. On the other hand, there are voices from investigative agencies saying that it is a ``hindrance to uncovering the truth,'' and attention will be focused on what kind of impact the support system will have in the future.
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Evacuation plan for “persons requiring support” not available in nearly half of Ishikawa municipalities
2024-03-23 19:27:00
The government requires people who are unable to evacuate on their own in the event of a disaster to draw up individual evacuation plans, but when we interviewed local governments in Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely shaken by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, we found that no plan had been drawn up. We found that at least half of the respondents were unable to utilize their plans, either because they did not have one or were in the process of developing it. Some local governments have voiced their inability to secure people to help with evacuations due to the aging of the local population, and experts have pointed out that ``we need to reconsider the system so that roles can be shared appropriately with the private sector.''
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Tsuneyasu Miyamoto is appointed as the new president of the Japan Football Association at the age of 47, making him the youngest postwar president.
2024-03-23 19:12:00
Tsuneyasu Miyamoto, who has previously served as Managing Director, has been appointed as the new president of the Japan Football Association. At the age of 47, he is the youngest person to be appointed after the war, and at a press conference, Miyamoto expressed his enthusiasm, saying, ``I want to involve many people and contribute to the development of soccer in Japan and around the world.''
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“There is no record of Ippei Mizuhara’s enrollment, university official reveals” US report
2024-03-23 17:32:00
On the 21st, Los Angeles local media ``NBC Los Angeles'' said about Ippei Mizuhara, who was the exclusive interpreter for Shohei Otani, ``Multiple reports have reported that he graduated from the University of California, Riverside, but a university spokesperson said, It has been revealed that there is no record of him being enrolled at the school." Regarding Mr. Mizuhara's background, an article published on July 10, 2021 on the official website of Major League Baseball states, ``Mr. Mizuhara was born in Japan, grew up near Anaheim, and attended Diamond Bar High School and the University of California, Riverside. "He was enrolled in the school," it says.
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Farmers dissatisfied with EU agricultural policies continue to protest in various locations
2024-03-23 17:13:00
In Europe, protests by farmers who are dissatisfied with the European Union's agricultural policies, including support for Ukrainian agricultural products, are occurring one after another in various places, and the EU is being forced to take action. It has been pointed out that support may also be affected.
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Cherry blossoms bloom in Kochi, the earliest confirmed in the country this year
2024-03-23 16:26:00
The Kochi Local Meteorological Observatory announced on the 23rd that cherry blossoms in Kochi City have bloomed. This is the earliest confirmed flowering in the country. Cherry blossoms in Kochi City are blooming one day later than normal and six days later than last year.
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Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Motegi has in mind MPs who served as senior members of the Abe faction for further hearings
2024-03-23 15:06:00
Regarding the issue surrounding the faction's political funding party, Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Motegi said that there are some points where the facts are not clear in preparation for punishment, and that he is considering conducting further interviews with members of the Abe faction who have served as executives. I showed it.
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Kaori Sakamoto wins 3rd consecutive World Figure Figure Championship Women's Singles for the first time in 56 years
2024-03-23 13:30:00
At the World Figure Skating Championships held in Montreal, Canada, the women's single free skate was held on the 22nd, and Kaori Sakamoto came from 4th place in the short program to win, marking her third consecutive victory in this event for the first time in 56 years. I accomplished it.
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Cubs Seiya Suzuki hits home run with bases loaded in exhibition game, 2 hits in 4 at bats
2024-03-23 13:18:00
Seiya Suzuki of the Major League Baseball Cubs played an active role in the exhibition game against the Giants on the 22nd, with 2 hits in 4 at bats, including a home run with the bases loaded.
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Two residents die at elderly care facility. Could it be trouble between residents? Kitakyushu
2024-03-23 12:27:00
On the morning of the 23rd, two male residents in their 70s were found dead at a nursing home in Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu City. Based on the circumstances at the scene, police believe the incident was caused by trouble between residents and are investigating the cause and circumstances of the death.
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“Mr. Mizuhara changed his explanation” exchanges between US media reporters revealed
2024-03-23 12:21:00
An American reporter who spoke to Ippei Mizuhara, who served as Shohei Otani's exclusive interpreter, on the phone twice before and after he was fired, responded to an interview with NHK and revealed the exchange.
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“Wajima Morning Market” held in Kanazawa for the first time since the Noto Peninsula earthquake
2024-03-23 12:16:00
The Wajima Morning Market in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where a large-scale fire broke out after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, was held in Kanazawa City on the 23rd for the first time since the earthquake, and the venue was crowded with people.
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Imperial Palace ``Inui Street'' opens to public until March 31st, ahead of cherry blossom viewing season
2024-03-23 11:46:00
On the 23rd, just before the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the Imperial Palace's Inui Street opened to the public.
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Takafuji will be the new champion for the first time in 110 years, playing against Asanoyama today
2024-03-23 11:19:00
The Grand Sumo Spring Tournament is on its 14th day, and Takerufuji, the new wrestler who is the sole top contender for the championship, will face Asanoyama, an experienced ozeki. If they win, it will be the first time in 110 years for a new team to win.
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112 buildings collapsed in the Noto Peninsula earthquake and were demolished at public expense in 6 cities and towns including Wajima and Suzu
2024-03-23 11:05:00
It is estimated that approximately 22,000 houses and other buildings in Ishikawa Prefecture collapsed due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake and will be demolished at public expense, but according to a summary by the Ministry of the Environment, six cities and towns, including Wajima City and Suzu City, that suffered the most damage. It turns out that 112 demolition projects have been carried out at public expense so far.
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Russia's large-scale attack damages infrastructure in Ukraine, causing power outage to over 1 million homes
2024-03-23 10:37:00
On the 22nd, the Russian military carried out a large-scale attack using missiles and drones, causing damage to power plants and other energy infrastructure facilities in various parts of Ukraine, causing power outages to at least 1 million homes across the country, and restoration work being carried out in various locations. I am.
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare proposes to allow technical intern training and foreign personnel with specific skills to provide home-visit nursing care
2024-03-23 09:10:00
In response to the worsening shortage of helpers in the field of home-visit nursing care, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare presented a proposal at a review meeting on the 22nd to allow foreign human resources with technical intern training and specific skills to work in the service.
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Actor Noh Terada dies at the age of 81
2024-03-23 08:32:00
Minori Terada, who was active on TV and stage for many years and was known for his high acting skills, passed away on March 14th due to lung cancer. He was 81 years old.
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Major League Baseball Organization releases statement on Mizuhara's illegal gambling ``officially begins investigation''
2024-03-23 07:46:00
Regarding the issue of Ippei Mizuhara, who served as an interpreter for Dodgers player Shohei Otani, who was fired from the team after it was reported that he was involved in illegal gambling, the Major League Baseball Organization said on the 22nd, ``We are continuing to gather information regarding this suspicion.'' We have officially launched an investigation.''
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Tokyo Symphony Orchestra holds concert in Thailand, welcoming classical music fans in Southeast Asia
2024-03-23 07:00:00
The Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, one of Japan's leading orchestras, has decided to develop a project to promote exchange through music in Southeast Asia, and held a special concert in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Terror attack in Moscow suburbs kills 40 people and injures over 100 Russian security services
2024-03-23 06:53:00
On the night of the 22nd, someone opened fire at a concert hall on the outskirts of Russia's capital Moscow, causing a fire in the building. Russia's security agency, the Federal Security Service (FSB), called the attack a terrorist attack and announced that 40 people were killed and more than 100 injured.
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Liberal Democratic Party executive department accelerates adjustments towards decision on disciplinary action in the first week of April regarding faction funding issue
2024-03-23 06:51:00
Due to the issue surrounding the faction's political funding party, the Liberal Democratic Party's executive committee plans to impose harsh punishment on those who have served as general secretary. We are accelerating coordination with a view to making a decision in the first week of April, before Prime Minister Kishida visits the United States.
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Duchess Kate announces in video message that she is undergoing treatment for cancer
2024-03-23 06:43:00
The British royal family has announced that Prince William's wife, Duchess Kate, has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing treatment. The details of his medical condition have not been disclosed, but he will focus on treatment for the time being.
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High School Baseball Senbatsu Today's 3 games canceled due to bad weather, postponed to tomorrow
2024-03-23 06:31:00
Senbatsu High School Baseball was canceled on the 23rd, the sixth day of the tournament, due to bad weather, and the three scheduled games were postponed to the 24th.
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The country is reviewing and considering the "earthquake area coefficient", causing damage in areas with low earthquakes such as the Noto Peninsula
2024-03-23 06:04:00
Considering that the Noto Peninsula Earthquake caused damage not only to wooden houses but also to concrete buildings, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has developed an ``earthquake area coefficient'' that discounts the seismic strength of buildings according to regional seismic activity. I learned that they are considering revising it, including making it uniform.
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27 years after the Kobe child murders, a note from Ayaka Yamashita's father on the anniversary of her death
2024-03-23 05:31:00
The 23rd marks 27 years since Ayaka Yamashita, a 4th grade elementary school student, was murdered by a 14-year-old boy at the time in the 1997 child murder case in Kobe. Ayaka's father wrote a note to the press, revealing his painful feelings, saying, ``It still hurts. It's painful and lonely, that's all.''
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Dodgers' Shohei Otani prepares for home opener, with concerns over Mizuhara's issue
2024-03-23 05:23:00
After completing their opening series in South Korea, the Dodgers will prepare for the first game of the season at their home base on the 29th, Japan time. Ippei Mizuhara, who was Shohei Ohtani's exclusive interpreter and supported him both publicly and privately, was fired from the team after it was reported that he was involved in illegal gambling, and there are concerns that this will affect future adjustments.
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