Main news(2024/04/02)
Shooting at Finnish school leaves 3 children dead and 12-year-old taken into custody
2024-04-02 22:50:00
On the 2nd, there was a shooting incident at a school in Finland, in Northern Europe, in which three children were killed and injured, and the police arrested a 12-year-old student who attended the school on suspicion that he used a relative's handgun to commit the crime. In Finland, where hunting is popular, possession of guns is widely permitted, but the use of guns in schools by children has caused shock.
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FIFA fines North Korea; match between Japan and North Korea will be forfeited
2024-04-02 20:55:00
FIFA (International Football Federation) has decided that the match between Japan and North Korea in the men's World Cup Asian second qualifying round scheduled for last month 26 in Pyongyang, North Korea, will be forfeited, and the North Korean side will have to pay approximately 167 Japanese yen to the match. It was announced that a fine of 10,000 yen was imposed.
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Noto Peninsula Earthquake: What support is needed and what are the challenges? From the Mayor’s statement [April 2nd]
2024-04-02 20:32:00
On the 2nd, Ishikawa Prefecture's "Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters Meeting" was held. There were calls for assistance because there were not enough people to investigate disaster certificates, which are necessary in order to receive public support. In addition, we have received inquiries from elderly people whose homes have been determined to be partially damaged, saying, ``They are unable to repair and are unable to move into temporary housing.'' We have compiled statements from the heads of six local governments. *Published in order of presentation.
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Nagoya University of Arts “Sexual harassment from president” female student holds press conference
2024-04-02 20:21:00
A female student at Nagoya University of Arts in Kitanagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, held a press conference alleging sexual harassment by the president of the university, and the university's investigation committee announced, ``We cannot determine that disciplinary harassment has occurred.'' criticized the view that
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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical suspends new graduate recruitment activities for 2025 due to “red yeast rice” issue
2024-04-02 20:18:00
It has been learned that Kobayashi Pharmaceutical has suspended its recruitment activities targeting new graduates for next year (2025). The company made a comprehensive decision in response to the issue of people who ingested health foods containing red yeast rice developing kidney disease, etc., and the decision to resume recruitment activities will be considered based on the future situation. ”.
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Johnny's issue: Summary order given to poster for insulting man who complained
2024-04-02 19:39:00
The Takamatsu Summary Court has issued a summary order for a 58-year-old poster to be fined 100,000 yen for insulting on social media a man who was a member of the idol group "Ninja" who has complained of sexual harassment by Johnny Kitagawa. Did.
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A series of cases of collapsed houses in the Noto region failing to apply for demolition at public expense
2024-04-02 19:23:00
In cities and towns in the Noto region, where the damage was particularly severe, applications for demolition of houses that collapsed due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake using public funds are not possible due to reasons such as not being able to obtain the consent of all house owners. It turns out that there is a succession of
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Shizuoka Governor Kawakatsu announces intention to resign at press conference after receiving criticism for inappropriate remarks
2024-04-02 19:04:00
Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture held a press conference at the prefectural office on the night of the 2nd after he made a comment that could be interpreted as occupational discrimination while giving instructions to new employees, saying, ``I will resign from my position after the June assembly of this year.'' "I think so," he said, announcing his intention to resign.
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After the Noto Peninsula Earthquake in Wajima City, approximately one-quarter of disaster prevention administrative radio systems are unusable.
2024-04-02 19:03:00
Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, has started publicizing on its website about the affected areas, saying that about a quarter of the disaster prevention administrative radio systems are out of service after the earthquake.
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Prime Minister Kishida meets with Liberal Democratic Party executive team, discusses punishment of related members, continues coordination
2024-04-02 19:01:00
Regarding the issue surrounding the political funding party of a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, Prime Minister Kishida met with members of the party's executive committee, including Deputy President Aso and Secretary-General Motegi, and discussed punishments for the members involved. Although a proposal for punishment was presented, no conclusion was reached, and the decision was made to continue finalizing the matter in preparation for an official decision on the 4th.
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Red yeast rice issue Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's "Naishi Help" to be analyzed again in response to academic survey
2024-04-02 18:15:00
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's "Naishi Help + Cholesterol," which is subject to a recall order due to an issue in which people who ingested a health food containing the ingredients developed kidney disease, has also issued a recall order. We decided to conduct a new analysis of this product after a survey by a medical specialist society revealed that it caused kidney function problems.
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Yen market price falls slightly
2024-04-02 18:14:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 2nd, the yen exchange rate fell slightly.
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“Prefectural employees are different from the people who take care of cows”, says Shizuoka Prefectural governor, prompting complaints
2024-04-02 17:39:00
On April 1st, Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture gave a lecture to new employees, saying, ``Unlike your job where you sell vegetables or take care of cows every day, you all have a high level of intelligence.'' The prefecture has received a series of criticisms and complaints over the phone and by email, alleging that this could be interpreted as occupational discrimination.
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Trump pays approximately 26.5 billion yen in security deposit, escaping asset seizure crisis
2024-04-02 17:15:00
Former President Trump of the United States was at risk of having his real estate and other assets seized due to a civil lawsuit, but the court approved a significant reduction in the amount, and on the 1st, he took steps to post a deposit of approximately 26.5 billion yen. Ta. For the time being, the foreclosure crisis is over.
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Fukushima “Japanese black bear infestation advisory” issued throughout the prefecture, calls for countermeasures
2024-04-02 17:11:00
In Fukushima Prefecture, there have been a number of bear sightings this winter from the beginning of the year until March, when bears are hibernating, and it is expected that the number of bears emerging from hibernation will increase in the future. '' has been issued throughout the prefecture, calling for countermeasures.
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Video of Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto praising each other becomes a hot topic Dodgers official SNS
2024-04-02 16:30:00
A video of player Shohei Ohtani and pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto praising each other, posted by the Dodgers of the Major League Baseball on their official SNS, has become a hot topic.
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Microsoft "Teams" set sales discontinued, policy changed worldwide
2024-04-02 16:28:00
American IT giant Microsoft has announced that it will no longer sell the online conferencing service ``Teams'' and business software ``Microsoft 365'' as a set worldwide. As European regulatory authorities are keeping a close eye on the lock-in business conducted by giant IT companies, the company has changed its global sales policy.
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The death of the former South Korean agent who “abducted” Hara Akiaki to North Korea has been confirmed.
2024-04-02 16:17:00
The Metropolitan Police Department has confirmed that two former South Korean agents wanted internationally for abducting Osaka's Atsushi Hara to North Korea 44 years ago have died in South Korea. . The Metropolitan Police Department will continue to investigate the other suspect.
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A bear entered a garbage dump and broke the door at a hot spring facility in Hanamaki, Iwate
2024-04-02 15:59:00
On the morning of the 2nd, a bear was found at a hot spring facility in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, where bears have been frequently seen, entering a garbage collection area and breaking the door. The bear fled into the mountains and no one was injured, but police are patrolling the area and asking residents to be cautious.
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Matsue A penguin carrying a school bag walks through the theme park
2024-04-02 15:53:00
To coincide with the school entrance ceremony season, an event is being held at a theme park in Matsue City where penguins walk around the park carrying school bags on their backs.
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Shohei Otani contributed to victory against Giants with 1 hit and 1 RBI
2024-04-02 15:04:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Baseball Dodgers contributed to the team's victory against the Giants at home on the 1st, with one hit and one RBI.
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Consumer Affairs Agency launches task force on the future of food with functional claims system
2024-04-02 14:44:00
In response to the issue of people developing kidney disease after taking supplements that were registered by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical as foods with functional claims, the Consumer Affairs Agency has set up a task force to consider the future of the food with functional claims system. announced that they would compile their ideas by the end of May.
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About 110 million yen worth of damage caused by ``romance scam'' Police urges caution
2024-04-02 13:55:00
Last month, a man in his 60s living in Kumamoto Prefecture was defrauded of a total of approximately 110 million yen due to a ``romance scam'' in which he created romantic feelings on social media and then made false investment offers. The police are asking for caution.
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Three juveniles arrested for suspected robbery at pawn shop in Kabukicho. Are they applying for a "dark part-time job"?
2024-04-02 13:19:00
On the 1st, three people, including a juvenile, were arrested for breaking into a pawn shop in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, destroying a showcase with a hammer, and stealing wallets and other items. It is believed that both of them applied for ``dark part-time jobs'' and were involved in the incident.
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``Linear Chuo Shinkansen'' abandoned in 2027, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito ``disappointing''
2024-04-02 12:27:00
Regarding JR Tokai's decision to abandon the opening of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen in 2027 due to Shizuoka Prefecture not allowing construction to begin, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito stated, ``It is very unfortunate that we will not be able to achieve our opening goal,'' and stated that we will not be able to start construction as soon as possible. We have expressed our intention to encourage dialogue between Shizuoka Prefecture and JR Tokai in preparation for the opening of the facility.
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[Full text published] Aiko answers why she chose to work for the JRCS
2024-04-02 12:19:00
On the 1st, Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, who joined the Japanese Red Cross Society, answered questions in writing from the Imperial Press Association. This is the full text of questions from the Imperial Palace Press Association and Princess Aiko's answers.
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Liberal Democratic Party Disciplinary Committee “Examination of disposition the next day” Notification to 39 members including members
2024-04-02 11:57:00
The Liberal Democratic Party's Party Disciplinary Committee has issued an explanation regarding the issue surrounding the faction's political funding party, stating that it will hold a committee meeting on the 4th to review the punishment for the 39 members of the Abe and Nikai factions who are subject to punishment. If you wish to do so, please submit it in writing.
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U.S. CDC confirms human infection of bird flu, second case of H5N1 in the U.S.
2024-04-02 11:48:00
The US CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) has announced that they have confirmed the transmission of avian influenza to humans. This is the second case of H5N1 avian influenza infection confirmed in the United States, following the outbreak in October.
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Invoice system for six months, new tax payments may affect small businesses
2024-04-02 11:13:00
Six months have passed since the invoice system was launched in October last year, and according to the National Tax Agency, more than 4 million businesses have benefited from the invoice system, which is a tax deduction system aimed at accurately understanding the amount of consumption tax paid. I am registering. On the other hand, some small businesses who have newly assumed tax liability due to registration under the system are having their businesses and lives affected.
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LINE information leak issue: Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto ``Additional measures will be taken if necessary''
2024-04-02 11:01:00
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications received a report on measures to prevent recurrence from the company on the 1st due to a large-scale information leak incident involving LINE users, and has decided to receive a report on the implementation status once every three months. I am. Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto expressed his intention to take additional measures if necessary, and strongly urged companies to take thorough measures.
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30-year-old man found dead on Loop Route 7 in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, possibly hit and run
2024-04-02 10:53:00
Early on the 2nd, a 30-year-old man was found collapsed on Loop Route 7 in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo, and was taken to a hospital, where he died. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident as a hit-and-run based on the circumstances at the scene.
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Cubs Shota Imanaga first win in debut game, 9 strikeouts, 6 scoreless innings
2024-04-02 08:03:00
Major League Baseball Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga made his first start since being transferred against the Rockies on the 1st. He pitched well with nine strikeouts, kept the pitch scoreless through six innings, and earned his first win in his debut game.
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Tohoku Shinkansen Tokyo-Sendai up and down lines operation suspended Construction vehicle breakdown
2024-04-02 07:50:00
As of 7:40 a.m., the Tohoku Shinkansen has suspended operation on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Sendai Station due to a construction vehicle breakdown at Fukushima Station.
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Possible ballistic missile fell outside Japan's EEZ, government official
2024-04-02 07:18:00
According to multiple government officials, a possible ballistic missile launched from North Korea appears to have fallen outside Japan's EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone).
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[Earthquake News] Earthquake intensity 5 lower in Aomori and Iwate prefectures, no tsunami worries
2024-04-02 07:17:00
Early on the morning of the 2nd, there was an earthquake in Iwate and Aomori prefectures with a magnitude of 5 on the seismic intensity scale. The Japan Meteorological Agency is warning people in areas where the shaking was strong to be wary of earthquakes with a maximum seismic intensity of 5-lower for the next week or so.
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Indonesia's next president meets with Chinese President Xi and confirms strengthening of relations
2024-04-02 06:33:00
Indonesia's next president, Defense Minister Prabowo, visited China as his first foreign trip after his election and met with President Xi Jinping, where both sides confirmed the further strengthening of bilateral relations.
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NY Dow drops more than 300 points at one point, gold futures price hits new all-time high
2024-04-02 06:17:00
On the first day of the week, the New York stock market saw an increase in sell orders due to expectations that the start of interest rate cuts in the United States would be delayed, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average at one point fell by more than $300. In addition, on the New York Mercantile Exchange, capital continued to flow into gold, which is considered less susceptible to interest rate cuts, and gold futures prices hit a new all-time high.
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare announces that 157 people have been hospitalized due to Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red yeast rice issue
2024-04-02 06:07:00
As of March 31st, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare reported that a total of 157 people had been hospitalized due to a problem in which people who consumed health foods containing Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red yeast rice developed kidney diseases. This was announced in a report from Kobayashi Pharmaceutical.
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Iran blames Israeli attack on embassy in Syria
2024-04-02 05:56:00
Iran's embassy in Syria, in the Middle East, was attacked and senior military leaders were killed, and Iran blamed the attack on Israel and expressed its intention to take some form of retaliation. Israel, on the other hand, has denied any involvement.
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Liberal Democratic Party Executive Committee Mr. Shioya and Mr. Seko make adjustments based on recommendation to leave the party
2024-04-02 05:06:00
The Liberal Democratic Party's executive committee plans to punish 39 members of the Abe and Nikai factions over issues surrounding factional political funding parties. We are currently coordinating the most severe recommendation for Abe faction leaders, Shioya, former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, and Seko, former Secretary-General of the House of Councilors, to leave the party.
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