Main news(2024/04/14)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs “Alert to cancel travel to Iran”
2024-04-14 21:49:00
Following Iran's large-scale attack on Israel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an advisory asking people not to travel to Iran. Additionally, those currently in Iran who wish to leave or return temporarily are asked to consider leaving the country while scheduled commercial flights are in operation. Meanwhile, we urge those who continue to stay in Iran to be extremely careful and to ensure their safety by promptly evacuating to a safe location in the event of an unexpected situation.
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President Zelenskiy emphasizes the importance of strengthening the defense industry as support from the US and Europe stagnates
2024-04-14 21:16:00
Ukraine is focusing on producing weapons domestically amidst a stagnation in military aid from the West, and President Zelenskiy emphasized the importance of strengthening the defense industry, noting that there are over 500 defense-related companies in the country. I emphasized.
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Approximately 300 people attend the wake of former sumo wrestler Akebono Akebono
2024-04-14 20:58:00
A wake for former Akebono wrestler Akebono Taro, who was the first foreign-born sumo wrestler to become a yokozuna and passed away this month, was held in Tokyo on the night of the 14th.
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[Professional baseball results] Giants extend winning streak to 6; Chunichi ends with 6 consecutive wins
2024-04-14 19:49:00
Six professional baseball games were played, and the Giants beat Hiroshima with a come-from-behind two-run home run by second-year player Masaya Hagio, extending their winning streak to six, while Chunichi lost to Hanshin by one point and drew a tie. The winning streak ended at 6.
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Rugby Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo advances to playoffs
2024-04-14 19:00:00
In Rugby League One, Division 1 is the first division, and one game remaining in Round 13 will be played, with 2nd place Toshiba Brave Lupus Tokyo drawing with Kobelco Kobe Steelers, securing a place in the top 4 with 52 points, and moving on to the playoffs. Advancement to the tournament has been decided.
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Ishikawa: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to consider measures including construction of new seawalls in Suzu and Noto towns
2024-04-14 18:43:00
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has informed Suzu City and Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered tsunami damage from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, that it will consider future countermeasures, including the construction of new seawalls.
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8 years after the Kumamoto Earthquake, how can we make use of the lessons learned from the failure to make progress in investigating damage to houses?
2024-04-14 18:24:00
The 14th marks the 8th anniversary of the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake, when the first earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 was observed. Learning from the lesson learned from Kumamoto City's lack of progress in housing damage investigation and delays in recovery support, by providing advance training to staff from all departments, the project will be able to respond to disasters within the city as well as support from other local governments. We are strengthening our system to ensure this. (Yuki Wakabayashi, Social Affairs Department)
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Satsuki Sho: Justin Milano wins, trained by Fujioka jockey who died after falling from horse
2024-04-14 17:39:00
The 84th Satsuki Sho, a classic horse racing race, was held at Nakayama Racecourse, and the second most popular horse, Justin Milano, won.
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Israeli Prime Minister’s Office “Hamas rejects proposal to negotiate cessation of fighting” statement
2024-04-14 17:36:00
On the 14th, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office issued a statement stating that the Islamic organization Hamas had rejected the proposal regarding negotiations regarding a cessation of fighting in the Gaza Strip. Amid Iran's retaliatory attacks against Israel, the future of negotiations regarding the conflict in the Gaza Strip is becoming increasingly uncertain.
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Prime Minister Kishida says he is "deeply concerned" about Iranian attack and will do everything possible to protect Japanese nationals in the area
2024-04-14 17:15:00
Regarding Iran's large-scale attack on Israel, Prime Minister Kishida said, ``This will further worsen the situation in the Middle East, and we are deeply concerned and strongly condemn it,'' adding that he intends to do everything possible to protect Japanese nationals staying in the country. was shown.
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Farewell party for Seiji Ozawa, commemorated with chorus and string music Seijo Gakuen, Setagaya Ward
2024-04-14 17:04:00
A farewell party was held at the auditorium of Seijo Gakuen in Tokyo, where Seiji Ozawa, a conductor who was active in famous overseas orchestras and passed away in February this year, spent his junior high and high school days, and the farewell party was held with chorus and string ensembles. I paid tribute to Mr. Ozawa.
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Okinawa king's portrait ``Gogo-e'' restoration method to be considered, expert meeting to be set up soon
2024-04-14 16:38:00
The prefecture will soon hold an expert meeting regarding the "Ogoe" portrait of a king from the Ryukyu Kingdom era, which was leaked during the chaos of the Battle of Okinawa at the end of the Pacific War and returned to Okinawa Prefecture from the United States in March. We are planning to install a system to conduct a detailed analysis of the pigments, etc., and to consider possible restoration methods.
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If temperatures continue to rise, the number of people transported to emergency rooms due to heatstroke could double by 2040.
2024-04-14 16:33:00
Nagoya Kogyo has conducted a simulation showing that if measures to combat climate change do not make progress and temperatures continue to rise, the number of people transported by ambulance due to heatstroke in summer in places like Tokyo and Osaka will double by 2040. It was put together by a group such as a university.
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Women's Golf Domestic Tour Reo Takeda comes from behind to win her first tour victory
2024-04-14 16:10:00
The final round of the women's golf domestic tour was held in Kikuyo Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, where 21-year-old Reo Takeda from her hometown of Kumamoto Prefecture won her first tour victory.
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Dodgers Shohei Otani no-hitter, extra point with sacrifice fly, stolen base too
2024-04-14 16:07:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Dodgers started the game against the Padres on the 13th as the No. 2 designated hitter, and although he did not get a hit, he scored an extra point with a sacrifice fly and contributed to the victory.
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President Biden ``condemns in the strongest terms'' statement on Iranian attack
2024-04-14 15:59:00
US President Biden issued a statement about Iran's large-scale attack on Israel, saying, ``We condemn it in the strongest possible terms,'' and that with US support, ``we have shot down almost all of its drones and missiles. "We were able to contain the damage," he said, emphasizing that they were able to contain the damage.
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Gymnastics All Japan Championship Men's Daiki Hashimoto wins 4th consecutive victory
2024-04-14 14:51:00
The men's final was held at the Japan Gymnastics Championships, which also served as a selection for the Paris Olympics, and Daiki Hashimoto won his fourth consecutive championship. He is the first to win the tournament four times in a row since Kohei Uchimura, who won a record 10 times in a row from 2008 to 2017. Second place went to 20-year-old Shinnosuke Oka, and third place went to Kazuma Kaya.
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Israeli military intercepted 99% of Iranian-launched drones and missiles
2024-04-14 14:50:00
Israeli military spokesperson Hagari issued a statement on the 14th, stating that more than 300 drones and missiles were launched towards Israel, and highlighting the success of the response to the attacks, stating that ``99% were intercepted.'' Did.
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South Korean media “North Korea’s military reconnaissance satellite launch preparation final stage”
2024-04-14 14:18:00
South Korean media reported that North Korea is in the final stages of preparing to launch a military reconnaissance satellite. The South Korean military, together with the American military, is increasing their vigilance and monitoring.
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Cubs Shota Imanaga gives up 1 run in the 6th inning, second win of the season Seiya Suzuki is No. 3 HR
2024-04-14 14:15:00
Major League Baseball Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga started against the Mariners and pitched until the middle of the 6th inning, giving up one run but pitching well and earning his second win of the season.
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``Noto Sakura Station'' Cherry blossoms in full bloom soothe disaster victims in Ishikawa Anamizu Town
2024-04-14 14:03:00
In Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the cherry blossoms at the station, affectionately known as "Noto Sakura Station," are in full bloom, bringing peace to the people affected by the disaster.
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Iran's Mission to the United Nations ``This issue can be considered completed'' posted on social media
2024-04-14 13:10:00
Regarding the large-scale attack, Iran's mission to the United Nations posted on social media that ``this issue can be considered complete,'' indicating that Iran has for now retaliated against Israel for the attack on its embassy. Ta. On the other hand, he said, ``However, if Israel makes another mistake, Iran's response will become even harsher,'' indicating that Iran wants to keep Israel in check and avoid retaliation.
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Ruling and opposition parties exchange opinions on “support subsidy system” as a financial source for countering the declining birthrate; Sunday debate
2024-04-14 12:50:00
Lawmakers from the ruling and opposition parties exchanged opinions on NHK's "Sunday Debate" regarding the "support subsidy system" to secure financial resources to combat the declining birthrate.
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Tochigi Nasu Shiobara murder of female university student remains unsolved for 23 years “Provide information”
2024-04-14 12:35:00
On the 14th, 23 years have passed since the murder of a female university student in what is now Nasu-Shiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture, in 2001, remained unresolved, and police called for information near the crime scene.
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Summer weather forecast for various parts of Kanto-Koshin region; “My body won’t get used to the heat” so be careful of your physical condition
2024-04-14 12:09:00
The Kanto-Koshin region is widely covered by high pressure, and it is predicted that it will be a summer day in various parts of the country, including central Tokyo, on the 14th. At this time of year, your body is not used to the heat, so you need to be careful about your physical condition.
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Eight years after the Kumamoto earthquake, bereaved families attend memorial service hosted by the prefecture
2024-04-14 11:53:00
14 days marks 8 years since the first tremor of magnitude 7 in the Kumamoto Earthquake. In Kumamoto City, a memorial service sponsored by the prefecture was held with the bereaved families in attendance.
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Men's Golf Masters Hideki Matsuyama moves up to 28th place
2024-04-14 11:04:00
The third round of the Masters Tournament, an overseas major men's golf tournament, was held on the 13th in Augusta, Georgia, USA, and Hideki Matsuyama, who is aiming for his second championship in three years, improved his score by one place and improved from 50th to 28th place. I moved up in rank.
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European Soccer Celtic Reio Hatate and Kogo Furuhashi contribute to victory
2024-04-14 11:04:00
On the 13th, Celtic's Reo Hatate and Kogo Furuhashi scored goals in the Scottish Premier League match at home against St. Mirren, contributing to victory.
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UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting; Israel requests host country, etc.
2024-04-14 10:44:00
In response to the firing of multiple drones and missiles believed to be from Iran towards Israel, Israel has written a letter to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Malta, which holds the UN Security Council this month, calling for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. I sent it to Malta, the chair country, is making arrangements to hold an emergency meeting on the afternoon of the 14th at 5:00 a.m. Japan time on the 15th.
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Men's handball team: Four national team players suspended for discipline violations
2024-04-14 10:23:00
Four members of Japan's men's handball team, who have decided to participate in the Olympics on their own for the first time in 36 years, have committed serious incidents such as going out late at night, drinking alcohol, and inviting third parties to their accommodation during their activities as representatives. The Japan Handball Association suspended two players from national team activities for one year and the other two for six weeks for violating discipline.
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[Occasionally] Iran “Israeli occupation launches missiles into Golan Heights”
2024-04-14 09:51:00
Iranian state media said multiple drones were launched toward Israel, as well as missiles toward the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. This is in retaliation for the attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria on the 1st of this month, believed to be carried out by Israel, in which the commander of the Revolutionary Guards Corps was killed. Israeli media and other sources have reported that multiple Iranian drones were shot down. *We will keep you updated on developments regarding Israel and Palestine as of April 14, Japan time.
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Red Sox Masanao Yoshida excelled with 2 hits and 2 RBIs
2024-04-14 09:39:00
Masanao Yoshida of the Major League Baseball Red Sox had two hits and two RBIs against the Angels on the 13th, his first multiple hits of the season, and his team secured their first win of the season at home.
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Tigers Kenta Maeda pitches well but fails to win for the first time since transfer
2024-04-14 08:26:00
Pitcher Kenta Maeda of the Major League Tigers started against the Twins on the 13th and pitched well, allowing 2 runs in 6 innings, but his relief pitcher was unable to maintain the lead and he did not get his first win since his transfer.
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“US deploys air defense system to Middle East and shoots down multiple drones” US media
2024-04-14 08:10:00
On the 13th, multiple media outlets, including CNN, reported that American air defense systems deployed in the Middle East shot down multiple Iranian drones, citing U.S. government officials. However, officials have not disclosed details such as where and how it was shot down.
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“Missile fired into Israeli-occupied Golan Heights” Iranian state TV
2024-04-14 07:05:00
Iranian state television said a missile was fired toward the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. The attack appears to be in retaliation for the attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria on the 1st of this month, believed to be carried out by Israel, in which commanders of the Revolutionary Guards were killed.
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Meeting with General Secretary Kim, third in the Chinese Communist Party hierarchy, reaffirms the strengthening of cooperative relations
2024-04-14 06:24:00
During his visit to North Korea, the third-ranking member of the highest leadership of the Chinese Communist Party met with General Secretary Kim Jong Un, and the two sides reaffirmed the strengthening of the cooperative relationship between the two countries.
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Germany to donate one new Patriot to Ukraine
2024-04-14 06:05:00
As damage to power plants in Ukraine due to Russian military missile attacks becomes more serious, the German government has announced that it will provide Ukraine with a new Patriot surface-to-air missile system, which has been strongly requested by Ukraine.
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Prime Minister Kishida returns home after a series of dates in the United States
2024-04-14 05:43:00
Prime Minister Kishida, who visited the United States as a state guest for the first time in nine years, departed from the local airport on a private government plane in the early hours of the 14th after attending a Japan-US summit meeting and addressing Congress. I'm on my way.
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Suspect arrested in pure gold tea bowl theft case, possibly sold on the day of the incident
2024-04-14 05:09:00
A gold tea bowl worth approximately 10 million yen was stolen from a gold products exhibition and sale held at a department store in Nihonbashi, Tokyo. On the day of the incident, a suspect who was arrested returned to a store in Koto Ward to buy the bowl. It was learned through interviews with investigators that it appears that he brought the car with him and sold it for approximately 1.8 million yen. Meanwhile, the bowl has not been found so far, and the Metropolitan Police Department is conducting a detailed investigation as it is possible that it may have been sold.
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Eight years after the Kumamoto Earthquake, supporting the lives of disaster victims in new homes is an issue
2024-04-14 05:03:00
The 14th marks the 8th anniversary of the first magnitude 7 earthquake in the series of Kumamoto earthquakes that claimed 276 lives, including disaster-related deaths. In 2023, two people, a man and a woman in their 70s, who lived alone, died in isolation in public housing for disaster victims in Kumamoto Prefecture, an interview with the local government revealed.How can we support the lives of the disaster victims in their new homes? However, the issues are becoming clearer.
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