2024-04-26 22:54:00
Ahead of important elections to be held in the United States and Europe this year, conservative forces from both sides of the aisle that support former President Trump held a large rally in Hungary, with Trump participating via video message and coordinating for the election. called out.
2024-04-26 21:56:00
Last month's PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditure) price index in the United States increased by 2.7% compared to the same month last year. The rate of increase increased by 0.2 points from the previous month and exceeded market expectations. In the United States, economic indicators showing the persistence of inflation have been announced one after another, and the view that the Federal Reserve Board will be significantly delayed in lowering interest rates is growing stronger.
2024-04-26 21:54:00
On the afternoon of the 26th, two elderly men were found lying unconscious in a river flowing in the mountains of Ono City, Fukui Prefecture. The two were later confirmed dead, and police are investigating the details of the incident, thinking they may have been lost.
2024-04-26 21:48:00
This month, a 49-year-old Japan Airlines captain got into a drunken nuisance at a hotel in the United States two days before he was scheduled to fly home, and Japan Airlines announced that the flight he was scheduled to fly was canceled.
2024-04-26 21:08:00
19 years ago, in 2005, former organized crime group member Kei Ei Kamichi, who was wanted nationwide for murdering the assistant manager of a pub in Mitaka City, Tokyo, was found dead in Ishikawa Prefecture the year after the incident. I found out that
2024-04-26 20:34:00
At a press conference, Shozaburo Nakano, president of Kikkoman, a major food manufacturer with a high proportion of sales overseas, announced that the company will continue to strengthen its overseas expansion, with the weaker yen having a positive effect on business performance.
2024-04-26 20:18:00
According to JR East, due to a fatal accident that occurred between Yokohama Station and Kawasaki Station on the Tokaido Line at around 7:44 p.m., operations on the Tokaido Line between Tokyo and Atami, as well as the Yokosuka Line and Keihin-Tohoku Line, have been suspended. I am.
2024-04-26 19:40:00
A citizen group filed a request for an audit by a citizen's group, alleging that the contract the city had concluded with a shipping company was illegal when the city disposed of a whale that died in Osaka Bay in January last year at a cost of approximately 80 million yen. Regarding this, the city's audit committee pointed out that a large amount of unnecessary expenditure was suspected, and recommended that Mayor Yokoyama conduct a detailed re-investigation.
2024-04-26 19:39:00
In response to the issue surrounding the political funding party of a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, a special committee of the House of Representatives was held for the first time to discuss political reform, and each party advanced its arguments toward amending the Political Funds Control Act.
2024-04-26 19:09:00
Regarding the revised Criminal Procedure Law, which allows suspects and defendants to proceed with criminal proceedings without disclosing the victim's name in order to protect victims of sex crimes, the Supreme Court ruled that ``the suspect must have a lawyer.'' This is the first judgment that it does not interfere with the right to request.
2024-04-26 18:39:00
The National Association of Towns and Villages issued a comment regarding the ``Population Strategy Council,'' a private group of experts, publishing an analysis stating that 744 local governments across the country ``may eventually disappear.'' "This is putting a damper on the efforts and efforts of local governments to deal with the decline," he said.
2024-04-26 18:08:00
On the 24th, one of the power supply systems that supplies electricity to equipment at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant stopped working, and the discharge of treated water into the sea was stopped. It was revealed that the cause was that the structure of the site was not sufficiently understood, and the underground cables were accidentally damaged by digging too deep.
2024-04-26 18:06:00
Immediately after the couple visited a vacant house in Tokyo where blood stains were found in the case where the bodies of a couple were found in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, it is suspected that two acquaintances of the suspect, who are believed to be the ``actors'', also entered the house and came into contact with them. This was revealed through interviews with investigators. The Metropolitan Police Department and other authorities are investigating the details of the attack, suspecting that the attack was planned and mediated by the suspect.
2024-04-26 17:34:00
Lawson, a major convenience store, announced on the 26th that a TOB (tender offer) for its shares has been concluded, with the parent company Mitsubishi Corporation and major telecommunications company KDDI joining the joint management. Our plan is to take our shares private by the summer of this year and strengthen our business through collaboration with different industries.
2024-04-26 17:25:00
The quarterfinals of the men's soccer final qualifying round for the Paris Olympics were held, and South Korea lost to Indonesia in a penalty kick match, failing to qualify for the 10th consecutive Olympics.
2024-04-26 17:10:00
Chinese state media reported that President Xi Jinping will meet with US Secretary of State Blinken on the afternoon of the 26th at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
2024-04-26 16:52:00
The Consumer Affairs Agency found reasonable grounds against S.T., a major daily necessities manufacturer, which was selling anti-hay fever products with claims such as "protecting pollen with fragrance" by simply placing them in the bedroom or spraying them on. We found that this was unacceptable and issued an order to take measures to prevent recurrence based on the Act on Unjustifiable Representations.
2024-04-26 16:48:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market, as Bank of Japan Governor Ueda held a press conference, the yen's depreciation further accelerated, and the yen exchange rate temporarily fell to the low 156 yen level to the dollar, marking the first time in 34 years that the yen was depreciating. doing.
2024-04-26 16:46:00
According to the Tokyo Fire Department, there is information that a fire broke out on the 10th floor of a Toei apartment building in Nishi-Waseda, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo just before 4pm today, and two people were unable to escape.
2024-04-26 16:45:00
Police interviews have revealed that in Kanagawa Prefecture, the number of store robbers who break into stores outside of business hours and steal cash and merchandise is increasing. Police are warning people to be careful as cash and product inventories will be higher than usual during the long holidays.
2024-04-26 16:10:00
Many volunteers are expected to visit the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake during the long holiday period starting on the 27th, and Ishikawa Prefecture is appealing to disaster victims to feel free to request work. Volunteers are reminded to take frequent breaks and drink water, and to take care of their physical condition.
2024-04-26 15:57:00
Regarding the question of how to ensure a stable succession to the Imperial Throne, the Liberal Democratic Party submitted to the Speakers of both Houses of Representatives the party's idea that measures are needed to ensure the number of members of the Imperial Family, as stated in the report of the government's panel of experts. In response to this, House of Representatives Speaker Nukaga announced his intention to begin discussions with representatives of each party after the long holidays.
2024-04-26 14:49:00
As the humanitarian situation continues to be dire in the Gaza Strip due to fighting between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas, the U.S. Department of Defense has announced that it has begun construction of a temporary wharf to transport food and other aid supplies from the sea to the Gaza Strip. I made it clear. The Biden administration appears to be aiming to demonstrate its commitment to improving the humanitarian situation. *We will update you on developments in the Middle East as of April 26, Japan time.
2024-04-26 14:30:00
In conjunction with the Monetary Policy Meeting, the Bank of Japan released an ``Outlook Report'' showing the outlook for prices for the three years starting from this fiscal year.
2024-04-26 14:09:00
New cast members have been announced for NHK's TV drama series ``Anpan,'' which will begin broadcasting next spring. Takumi Kitamura will play a role modeled after Takashi Yanase, the author and manga artist of ``Anpanman.'' I did.
2024-04-26 14:03:00
Investigations have revealed that two upperclassmen at the time were referred to prosecutors on suspicion of coercion for forcing a lower-class male member to kneel on the ground naked in the soccer club of Kumamoto Prefectural Otsu High School, a school known for its powerhouse team. I found this out through interviews with people.
2024-04-26 14:02:00
Due to the effects of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, half of the boys' volleyball club members at Wajima High School in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, were forced to transfer, but due to special measures taken by the Ishikawa Prefectural High School Athletic Federation, only all high schools in the prefecture were able to transfer. The other members will also be able to participate together and are practicing hard for the tournament.
2024-04-26 13:11:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market, the yen's depreciation further accelerated following the announcement of the results of the Bank of Japan's monetary policy meeting, and the yen exchange rate temporarily fell to the 156 yen level to the dollar. This is the first time in approximately 34 years that the dollar has been at the 156 yen level since May 1990.
2024-04-26 12:32:00
According to the Sendai City Board of Education, multiple children and students who drank milk served during lunch on the 25th at elementary and junior high schools in the city complained of vomiting, abdominal pain, and an unpleasant taste. Ta.
2024-04-26 12:26:00
As the yen's depreciation accelerates, the Bank of Japan held a monetary policy meeting for two days today and decided to maintain its current monetary policy. Governor Ueda is scheduled to hold a press conference at 3:30 p.m. on the 26th, and all eyes will be on what kind of message he will give regarding the direction of policy.
2024-04-26 12:04:00
Regarding the issue of engine manufacturer IHI Power Co., Ltd. falsifying data on the fuel efficiency of marine engines, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on the 26th, ``It is extremely regrettable and we are taking it seriously. I would like to promptly conduct the necessary investigation and take strict action."
2024-04-26 12:01:00
The Children and Family Affairs Agency conducted its first investigation into the actual situation of child abuse based on the religious beliefs of parents, such as parents forcing children to engage in religious activities. As a result, it was found that there were 47 cases nationwide that child guidance centers judged to be abuse in the year and a half up to September last year. In interviews and written surveys of so-called "second-generation religious people," we received comments such as "I didn't know who to turn to for advice," and creating an environment where children can seek help has become an issue. .
2024-04-26 11:54:00
The Liberal Democratic Party Moriyama faction has officially disbanded on the 26th, and has notified the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. A number of factions within the Liberal Democratic Party have decided to disband due to issues surrounding their political funding parties, but this is the first time that the party has actually filed for dissolution.
2024-04-26 11:50:00
The 26th is the second day of the Bank of Japan's monetary policy meeting, after which it will announce its immediate monetary policy direction. The Bank of Japan has expressed the view that the accommodative financial environment will continue even after lifting its negative interest rate policy last month, and the yen has been depreciating rapidly since then, but it remains to be seen what kind of policy stance it will take in light of this situation. It will be the focus.
2024-04-26 11:47:00
In some places, mainly in northern and eastern Japan, it is sunny and the temperature rises in the morning, making it a summer day. The temperature will rise even further in the afternoon, especially in northern Japan, where summer heat is expected, and at this time of year you need to be careful about heat stroke as your body is not yet used to the heat.
2024-04-26 11:24:00
The suspect arrested in the case where the bodies of a married couple were found with their entire bodies burnt in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, has stated that he received the reward after the incident, but so far he has not given away a large amount of cash. Interviews with investigators revealed that there was no evidence that the package had been received. The Metropolitan Police Department is working to corroborate the incident and is investigating the possibility that a "director" may have led the incident by promising a reward.
2024-04-26 11:12:00
On the 26th, the government approved a new bill to regulate the giant IT companies that hold a dominant position in the smartphone field. The law indicates in advance prohibited acts that impede competition, and includes measures that will make the company pay a surcharge of 20% of sales in the event of a violation.
2024-04-26 11:06:00
JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) has announced that Japan's new flagship rocket "H3", which was successfully launched for the first time in February this year, is planning to launch the next third vehicle on June 30th. .
2024-04-26 11:05:00
The Ministry of Defense has imposed disciplinary measures, including suspension, on five senior Self-Defense Forces personnel for conveying ``specially classified'' information that requires a high level of security as it relates to national security to personnel who are not qualified to handle it. .
2024-04-26 10:45:00
The US-China Foreign Ministers' Meeting between US Secretary of State Blinken and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi recently began in Beijing.
2024-04-26 10:21:00
Tokyo Electric Power Company announced that the work to put nuclear fuel into the reactor at Unit 7 of the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant in Niigata Prefecture was completed in the early hours of the 26th.
2024-04-26 09:59:00
In the foreign exchange market, the yen has fallen to the low 155 yen range to the dollar, the weakest yen level in approximately 34 years. Finance Minister Suzuki said that he will closely monitor market trends and take all possible measures. I once again emphasized the idea of taking things.
2024-04-26 09:45:00
It has been officially decided that Princess Kako, the second daughter of Prince Akishino and his wife, will make an eight-day official visit to Greece from May 25th, marking the 125th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with Japan.
2024-04-26 09:36:00
In the bond market on the 26th, long-term interest rates briefly rose to 0.93% in morning trading, the highest level in about five months since November 2023. In the market, the Bank of Japan is holding a monetary policy meeting starting on the 25th, and attention has been focused on the Bank's response to its purchases of government bonds, and there is a growing movement to sell government bonds.
2024-04-26 09:22:00
Pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Major League Baseball Dodgers took the starting pitch against the Nationals on the 25th and pitched six innings, keeping the opposing batting lineup scoreless and earning his second win of the season. Shohei Otani, who started as the No. 2 designated hitter, had no hits in 4 at-bats in this game, ending his hit streak in consecutive games with 9.
2024-04-26 08:56:00
The consumer price index for April in Tokyo's 23 wards is preliminary and excludes fresh food, which is subject to large fluctuations due to weather, and rose 1.6% from the same month last year. The rate of increase decreased by 0.8 points from 2.4% in the previous month, March, to the 1% level for the first time in three months. Starting this month, the Tokyo metropolitan government abolished the income limit for support for high school tuition fees, making them essentially free of charge, resulting in a significant drop in ``tuition fees,'' which pushed down the rate of increase.
2024-04-26 08:13:00
The Tokyo Metro Ginza Line had suspended operations on the up and down lines between Asakusa and Mitsukoshimae stations due to a security system failure at Ueno Station, but operations resumed at around 8:07 a.m.
2024-04-26 08:06:00
Regarding military aid to Ukraine, Russia has been making a series of statements discouraging the US government's announcement that it has provided long-range missiles to Ukraine.
2024-04-26 07:20:00
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments regarding former President Trump, who was indicted in connection with the storming of the U.S. Congress three years ago, arguing that his actions as president while in office will not be held criminally responsible. Ta. American media outlets have reported that the trial will take time and that the trial over the Capitol attack may not begin until after the presidential election in November.
2024-04-26 07:09:00
Yukio Kasaya, a gold medalist and member of the Japanese flag squad that dominated the podium in ski jumping at the 1972 Sapporo Olympics, passed away on April 23rd at a hospital in Sapporo. He was 80 years old.
2024-04-26 07:02:00
Two Chinese Coast Guard vessels entered Japanese territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture at around 3 a.m. on the 26th. Japanese ships are sailing in territorial waters, and the Japan Coast Guard Headquarters is ensuring their safety and warning them to leave the waters immediately.
2024-04-26 06:55:00
In an effort to strengthen support for the estimated 1.4 million hikikomori people nationwide, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has decided to create a new handbook for local government officials and others that summarizes support points. .
2024-04-26 06:43:00
Regarding the ground operation to Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, where many residents have evacuated, Israeli media reported that the military had completed preparations for the operation. The focus is on the Israeli government's response to whether or not to proceed with ground operations even as other countries express concerns.
2024-04-26 06:23:00
The Japanese men's soccer team (under 23), who are competing in the final Asian qualifying round for the Paris Olympics, will play against the host country, Qatar, in the quarterfinals, winning 4-2 after extra time to advance to the semifinals and qualify for the Paris Olympics. One more win left.
2024-04-26 06:16:00
On the night of the 25th, a light passenger car carrying four 18-year-old men crashed through a guardrail on a prefectural road in Anan City, Tokushima Prefecture, and fell into a rice field, killing three of them. Police are investigating the circumstances at the time.
2024-04-26 01:06:00
The suspect arrested in the case in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, in which the bodies of a married couple were found with their entire bodies burnt, said of the two people believed to be the perpetrators, ``I tried to contact them before turning myself in, but I couldn't make contact.'' Interviews with investigators revealed that he had made such statements. The Metropolitan Police Department is currently conducting a detailed investigation into the relationship between the two suspects and their whereabouts, as well as identifying the two.
