Main news(2024/04/25)
Chairman of the Organization for the Promotion of Financial and Economic Education “Increasing learning opportunities through on-site classes”
2024-04-25 22:33:00
Satoshi Ando, chairman of the newly established Organization for Financial and Economic Education, held a press conference to strengthen financial education, encouraging people of all ages to learn financial knowledge through on-site classes at companies and schools across the country. He expressed his intention to increase opportunities.
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Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant “lack of experienced staff”: Director of the Nuclear Power Corporation
2024-04-25 22:02:00
In an exclusive interview with NHK, President Kotyn of Ukraine's nuclear power company Energoatom said, ``The most dangerous thing is that we don't have experienced staff,'' regarding the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in the south, which has been attacked one after another. He expressed a sense of crisis, saying that people have been chased out by the Russian side, and that the ability to respond to emergencies has deteriorated significantly.
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US January-March GDP growth rate annualized +1.6%, below market expectations
2024-04-25 21:38:00
The United States' GDP (gross domestic product) from January to March was announced on the 25th, and the growth rate compared to the previous three months was an annualized increase of 1.6%. Although this was the seventh consecutive quarter of positive growth, it was significantly lower than market expectations of around 2.5%.
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Mie Yokkaichi Two men fall unconscious while cleaning at power plant
2024-04-25 20:52:00
On the evening of the 25th, two men who were working on cleaning boiler facilities at a power plant in Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture, fell from a high place and were taken to the hospital, where they were found to be unconscious and in critical condition. Masu.
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Korea BTS's entertainment agency faces criminal charges against subsidiary executives for suspicion of breach of trust
2024-04-25 20:20:00
A major Korean entertainment agency that includes popular artists such as BTS has announced that it will file criminal charges against an executive at a subsidiary agency on suspicion of breach of trust, alleging that the executive was plotting to become independent. The situation, which can be described as an internal conflict within a major entertainment agency, has caused a huge uproar in South Korea.
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U.S. Secretary of State visits China and meets with Shanghai top officials to “stabilize bilateral relations”
2024-04-25 20:16:00
U.S. Secretary of State Blinken met with members of the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party, who serve as the top officials in Shanghai, and emphasized the United States' commitment to stabilizing relations between the two countries.
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“SMILE-UP.” writes a protest to the BBC for “use of statements that differ from the purpose”
2024-04-25 19:25:00
"SMILE-UP.", which changed its name from Johnny's Jimusho, was interviewed by president Noriyuki Higashiyama in a program aired last month by British public broadcaster BBC about the issue of sexual assault by its founder, which differed from the purpose of the statement. It has been revealed that they have sent a letter to the BBC complaining that it was used, and requesting corrections and an apology.
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Shizuoka Atami ropeway suddenly stops, 13 people trapped for about 2 hours
2024-04-25 19:00:00
On the morning of the 25th, a tourist ropeway gondola suddenly stopped in Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and 13 employees were trapped for about two hours. No employees were injured, and the operating company has suspended operations and is investigating the exact cause.
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Fujitsu president apologizes for UK Post Office fraud case, plans to consider compensation for victims
2024-04-25 18:37:00
Takahito Tokita, president of Fujitsu, which supplied the accounting system believed to be the cause of the misdemeanor scandal surrounding the British post office, apologized at a press conference on the 25th, and said that compensation for victims would depend on the results of a legal investigation in the UK. We have presented an idea that we will consider based on this.
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Isahaya Bay Reclamation Gate Opening Lawsuit: Fishermen's Appeal Dismissed and Defeat Confirmed by Supreme Court
2024-04-25 18:09:00
The Supreme Court has decided to dismiss the appeal by the 25th in a case in which fishermen in Nagasaki Prefecture asked the government to open the drainage gates of a closed embankment, alleging damage to the fishing industry during a reclamation project in Isahaya Bay, Nagasaki Prefecture. The loss of the case for the fishermen was confirmed.
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Biden administration announces subsidy of up to 1 trillion yen to major semiconductor companies
2024-04-25 18:00:00
The Biden administration in the United States has announced that it will provide subsidies of up to 1 trillion yen to semiconductor giant Micron Technology.
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Tochigi body abandoned; blood stains found in Tokyo house “I was instructed to tell two acquaintances”
2024-04-25 17:56:00
In the incident in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, where the bodies of a married couple were found with their entire bodies burnt, the suspect who was arrested said, ``I learned the location from the person who had instructed me to dispose of the bodies, Interviews with investigators revealed that he made statements such as, ``I told two acquaintances to go.''
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There are no unreserved seats on the long holiday "Nozomi" What is the reservation status? It's not too late yet?
2024-04-25 17:53:00
The long holidays will soon be in full swing. From April 26th, the Nozomi Shinkansen will no longer have non-reserved seats and all seats will be reserved seats in order to alleviate congestion on the platform. What is the reservation status?
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Former Mo Musume. Mr. Ichii has no plans to resume political activities even if elected early
2024-04-25 17:16:00
As members of the House of Councilors who stood for a by-election for the House of Representatives were automatically forfeited, Sayaka Ichii, a former member of the idol group Morning Musume, was elected from the list of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan in the House of Councilors election five years ago. I did.
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Kanagawa Prefectural Police arrests sub-inspector of Kawasaki Police Station, suspected of leaking information to organized crime group leaders
2024-04-25 17:14:00
A 49-year-old lieutenant working at the Kanagawa Prefectural Police's Kawasaki Police Station was arrested on suspicion of violating the Local Public Service Act after he was asked by an organized crime group leader to check a car's license plate number and provide the owner's personal information.
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“Net distribution will become an essential service for NHK” Broadcasting Law Amendment Bill passed by House of Representatives General Affairs Committee
2024-04-25 17:07:00
A bill to revise the Broadcasting Act, which would make the provision of programs over the Internet an essential service for NHK, was approved by the House of Representatives General Affairs Committee with a majority vote.
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Beijing Motor Show begins in China, promoting "new energy vehicles"
2024-04-25 16:47:00
The world's largest motor show began on the 25th in Beijing, China. In China, "new energy vehicles" such as EVs (electric vehicles) account for one-third of the total sales volume, and each company is exhibiting and promoting the latest models of "new energy vehicles."
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Narita Airport Immigration/Departure 11 days from tomorrow Expected to be 1.3 times the same period last year
2024-04-25 15:57:00
Over 830,000 people are expected to enter and depart from Narita Airport over the 11-day period starting on the 26th of this month, including the long weekend, which is 1.3 times more than during the same period last year. The airport company urges passengers to arrive at the airport early as security screening takes time.
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Two mayors to resign over harassment apologize at press conferences
2024-04-25 15:09:00
Kazuo Okazaki (76), the mayor of Ikeda Town, Gifu Prefecture, submitted his resignation on the morning of the 25th after a third-party committee found that he had sexually harassed 15 people, including female employees. Kenji Imata (57), the mayor of Togo Town, Aichi Prefecture, submitted his resignation on the 24th after being found by a third-party committee to have committed multiple acts of harassment against town employees. The two mayors held press conferences on the 25th and apologized to staff and residents. We have summarized the history of the incident, the harassment that has been recognized, and what the two mayors said at the press conference.
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Six out of eight Japanese automakers' global sales exceeded the previous year's sales volume
2024-04-25 15:08:00
The global sales volume of Japan's major automakers in 2023 exceeded the previous year's level for 6 out of 8 companies, due to strong sales in the United States. It exceeded that mark and became the highest ever.
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress will visit Okayama Prefecture next month to attend the National Tree Planting Festival, etc.
2024-04-25 15:06:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress will visit Okayama Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the heavy rains in western Japan six years ago, in order to attend the National Tree Planting Festival to be held on the 26th of next month.
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A bill to revise the Civil Code, with the introduction of "joint custody" as its pillar, is being deliberated by the House of Councilors Judicial Affairs Committee.
2024-04-25 14:29:00
On the 25th, the House of Councilors Judicial Affairs Committee began deliberating a bill to revise the Civil Code, including the introduction of ``joint custody,'' in which both father and mother have custody of their children even after divorce. Minister of Justice Koizumi expressed his intention to work to disseminate and publicize the law to the public, as well as to work on the necessary environmental improvements in cooperation with related ministries and agencies, and asked for understanding in order to pass the law in the current Diet session.
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Former Deputy Defense Minister Hiroyuki Miyazawa resigns as a member of parliament
2024-04-25 13:38:00
Former Deputy Defense Minister Hiroyuki Miyazawa resigned from the Diet on the 25th after it was reported that he was cohabiting with a woman other than his wife with financial support.
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Political Funds Control Act to be amended, public and private sector officials agree to strengthen external audits, etc.
2024-04-25 12:44:00
In preparation for the revision of the Political Funds Control Act, officials from both the Liberal Democratic Party and New Komeito agreed to ban the sale of party tickets in cash, require payments to be made by bank account transfer, and strengthen external audits. The plan is to include this in the proposal.
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Tochigi body abandoned; blood stains found on security camera near house
2024-04-25 12:31:00
In the incident in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, where the bodies of a married couple were found with their entire bodies burned, a security camera near the residence in Tokyo where blood stains were found showed a car believed to be driven by two of the suspect's acquaintances. This was revealed through interviews with investigators. The Metropolitan Police Department and other authorities are investigating the details of the incident, suspecting that the two men committed the assault.
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Dodgers Shohei Otani 3 bases, 2 RBIs, contributed to team's winning streak
2024-04-25 12:23:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Baseball Dodgers contributed to the team's winning streak on the 24th by hitting three two-base hits and scoring two RBIs against the Nationals.
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Saga Genkai Town Assembly Special Committee passes petition to investigate literature on “nuclear waste”
2024-04-25 12:11:00
On the 25th, the Genkai Town Council in Saga Prefecture held a special committee meeting and submitted a petition asking the town to apply for a ``literature survey,'' which is the first stage of research toward selecting a disposal site for so-called ``nuclear waste.'' It passed with a majority vote.
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Kumamoto City Councilman found guilty of violating the Public Offices Election Law, Supreme Court
2024-04-25 11:55:00
The Supreme Court of Kumamoto City Council, who was accused of violating the Public Offices Election Act by distributing documents calling for votes for him before the election was announced, has decided to dismiss the councilor's appeal by the 25th, and fined him 30 yen. A guilty verdict of 10,000 yen has been finalized. City councilors will have their civil rights suspended and will lose their jobs.
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US official “continues to raise concerns about Rafah ground operation to Israel”
2024-04-25 11:42:00
As the Israeli military appears poised to carry out a ground operation toward Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, where many residents are sheltering, senior U.S. government officials have indicated that they will continue to convey their concerns about the operation to the Israeli side. .
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Yen market price temporarily fell to 155.40 yen level, the lowest level in about 34 years
2024-04-25 10:30:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 25th, the yen's depreciation is accelerating as there is a growing movement to sell yen and buy dollars against the backdrop of the strong American economy. The exchange rate of the yen temporarily fell to the 155.40 yen level to the dollar, the lowest level in approximately 34 years.
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Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism inspects IHI subsidiary factory due to measurement data falsification issue
2024-04-25 09:55:00
Based on the Ship Safety Act, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism conducted on-site inspections at factories in Niigata City and Ota City, Gunma Prefecture on the 25th due to a problem in which engine manufacturer IHI Engine was falsifying fuel consumption rate measurement data for marine engines. We have started the inspection. Around 9:30 a.m., a total of 11 people from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism walked into the two factories one after another. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will confirm the detailed facts by interviewing people involved in engine manufacturing.
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Nikkei average stock price drops by more than 500 yen
2024-04-25 09:48:00
On the 25th, the Tokyo stock market and Nikkei average stock price fell by more than 500 yen. On the 24th, the Nikkei Stock Average rose sharply by more than 900 yen, and in reaction to this, there is a movement to lock in immediate profits, and on the morning of the 25th (Japan time), the earnings forecasts announced by major American IT companies are causing market volatility. As it was reported that prices were lower than expected, sell orders were placed on semiconductor-related stocks and other stocks.
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Okinawa Miyakojima Almost all 25,490 households are without power, with no prospect of recovery
2024-04-25 09:01:00
According to Okinawa Electric Power, a large-scale power outage has been occurring on Miyakojima in Okinawa Prefecture since 3 a.m. on the 25th.
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TikTok EU announces voluntary suspension of some services of the simple app
2024-04-25 08:23:00
Video sharing app TikTok has announced that it will voluntarily suspend some services of its simplified version of the app in Europe. As the EU (European Union) begins an investigation into the service due to concerns about the risk of addiction to minors, TikTok says, ``This is a measure to address the concerns expressed.''
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Chinese President Xi inspects One Belt, One Road logistics base and emphasizes the idea of opening up to the outside world
2024-04-25 08:02:00
Chinese President Xi Jinping toured inland Chongqing, which is a logistics hub for the mega-economic zone initiative ``One Belt, One Road,'' and emphasized the country's intention to open up to the outside world. It is reported that President Xi Jinping will visit Europe soon, and his aim seems to be to strengthen cooperation with other countries by promoting trade.
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Cease and desist order issued to medical device sales company for ``cross-selling'' disinfectant
2024-04-25 07:08:00
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has ruled that a medical equipment sales company in Tokyo was selling products with specifications such that the equipment would not work unless the company's own disinfectant was used, which constituted "tie-in sales" prohibited by the Antimonopoly Act. According to interviews with related parties, the company has decided to issue a cease-and-desist order, the most severe administrative penalty stipulated by law.
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TikTok “Domestic distribution prohibited unless US business is sold” law passed US Senate
2024-04-25 07:05:00
A law was passed on the 24th that prohibits the distribution of TikTok, a video sharing app operated by a Chinese company, in the United States unless it sells its business in the United States.
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19 years after the JR Fukuchiyama Line derailment accident, nearly 70% of employees joined the company after the accident
2024-04-25 07:03:00
The 25th marks the 19th anniversary of the JR Fukuchiyama Line derailment that killed 107 people. At JR West, nearly 70% of employees joined the company after the accident, and the challenge is how to convey the memories and lessons learned from the accident.
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Bank of Japan policy-making meeting from today to discuss situation after lifting negative interest rate policy
2024-04-25 06:57:00
The Bank of Japan will hold a monetary policy meeting for two days starting on the 25th to discuss the economic and price situation after lifting the negative interest rate policy. In addition to analyzing the spread of wage increases and the impact of the historically weak yen on prices, opinions are expected to be exchanged on the direction of future policy responses.
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The depreciation of the yen further accelerates.The yen price temporarily drops to 155.37 yen in the NY market.
2024-04-25 06:43:00
At the New York foreign exchange market on the 24th, the depreciation of the yen further accelerated, and the yen exchange rate temporarily fell to 155.37 yen to the dollar, the highest level in approximately 34 years since June 1990. .
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Plan to revise the Political Funds Control Law; plans to introduce a joint government system between the LDP and the public sector
2024-04-25 06:05:00
In order to revise the Political Funds Control Act, both the Liberal Democratic Party and New Komeito have proposed a ruling party proposal that includes the introduction of a so-called "coalition system," such as requiring members to prepare a "confirmation letter" of their income and expenditure reports. The policy is to summarize. In response, opposition parties such as the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan are insisting that a system is needed to hold members more strictly accountable.
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Tochigi body abandonment case: There was contact between the couple and the "actor" at a house in Tokyo. There was blood stains.
2024-04-25 04:55:00
In the case of a case in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, where the bodies of a married couple were found with their entire bodies burnt, it is believed that the couple and the person responsible for the case came into contact with each other at a residence in Tokyo in the early hours of the morning on the day the case was discovered, according to investigators. I got it. Blood stains were found in the garage of the residence, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of the incident, suspecting that he was assaulted at this location.
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'Drug-resistant bacteria' spreading from humans to the natural environment? Immediate measures needed, Hokkaido University, etc.
2024-04-25 04:51:00
A study by a research group including Hokkaido University has revealed that "drug-resistant bacteria," which is a serious problem both domestically and internationally, may be spreading from humans to wild animals, rivers, and other natural environments. It became clear. The group says it is necessary to identify the routes through which "drug-resistant bacteria" spread and take immediate countermeasures.
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