Social News(2024/01/18)
Two bodies found under the floor of a house in Adachi Ward, Tokyo; investigation on suspicion of abandonment of bodies
2024-01-18 22:57:00
On the 16th, their son reported that a couple in their 50s living in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, was missing. When the Metropolitan Police Department investigated their home on the 18th, they found two bodies under the floorboards. The Metropolitan Police Department is working to confirm the identity of the deceased and is investigating the suspicion that someone may have abandoned the body.
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Ishikawa Prefecture Flyer listing life and business support systems to be distributed at evacuation centers, etc.
2024-01-18 22:50:00
Ishikawa Prefecture has decided to distribute flyers at evacuation centers and other locations with a list of support systems for daily life and business that the national and prefectural governments have implemented in response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, to inform people and businesses affected by the disaster.
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Man's body found in Lake Biwa after being strangled; prefectural police set up investigation headquarters
2024-01-18 21:39:00
The body of a man was found on the shore of Lake Biwa in Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture on the 16th, and when police investigated, they found that there had been strangulation marks on his neck. Police suspect that the man was murdered, and set up an investigation headquarters on the 18th to proceed with the investigation.
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Two people from a pharmaceutical sales company arrested for selling drugs without permission under the guise of “exporting”
2024-01-18 21:38:00
Two people, including the representative director of a pharmaceutical sales company, were arrested on suspicion of selling drugs from an overseas company that does not have permission to sell drugs in Japan to customers in Chiba Prefecture under the guise of exporting drugs for individuals. One of them reportedly denied the charges against the investigation.
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High school girl stabbed and injured by man in residential building, uniform lost Miyazaki
2024-01-18 21:06:00
Early on the 17th, at a residence in Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture, the second daughter, a high school student, was stabbed in the back by a man and injured. According to sources, clothes such as high school uniforms were missing from the house, and her second daughter said, ``I think it's a young man I've never seen before,'' and police are investigating the whereabouts of the man who ran away, treating it as an attempted murder case. We are investigating.
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Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry investigates transactions with subcontractors and erroneously reports ``possible violation''
2024-01-18 21:04:00
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry conducted an online survey of approximately 7,800 companies to confirm whether transactions with subcontractors were being conducted appropriately. It was revealed that the notification had been mistakenly made saying, ``There is a risk that there is a risk.''
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At least 26 people isolated, progress is being made, but many communities still need support [18th]
2024-01-18 20:56:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 2 p.m. on the 18th, 26 people in at least five areas in Wajima and Suzu cities were still stranded due to road closures.
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Liberal Democratic Party proposes proposals for securing secondary evacuation sites and providing financial support to disaster victims
2024-01-18 20:53:00
In response to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the Liberal Democratic Party compiled a proposal that included securing accommodation facilities and transportation for the second evacuation, as well as providing financial support tailored to disaster victims.
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Tsunami-hit farmer in Noto Town: “I don’t know if I can continue farming”
2024-01-18 20:51:00
Farmers in Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, who were affected by the tsunami caused by the recent earthquake, are worried about whether they will be able to continue farming in the area.
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41-year-old YouTuber who calls himself ``Tyson of Tokorozawa'' not prosecuted
2024-01-18 20:24:00
Prosecutors have decided not to prosecute a 41-year-old YouTuber from Sayama City, Saitama Prefecture, who was arrested for threatening an acquaintance over the phone, saying things like, ``I'm going to kill you.''
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Kofu couple murder and arson case: 19-year-old defendant sentenced to death, first for specified juvenile
2024-01-18 20:24:00
Three years ago, a 19-year-old defendant was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing her parents, and burning down the home. In contrast, the Kofu District Court sentenced him to the death penalty, stating, ``Even considering his age, his criminal responsibility is heavy and his chances of rehabilitation are low.'' This is the first time that a ``designated juvenile'' has been sentenced to death since the revised Juvenile Law, which classifies 18- and 19-year-olds as ``designated juveniles,'' went into effect last year.
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Ishikawa Nanao's special nursing home emergency food continues Concern about decline in physical strength
2024-01-18 20:13:00
A special nursing home in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, has been unable to use water for cooking due to the earthquake, so residents are continuing to eat only emergency food, and there are concerns that the physical strength of residents is decreasing.
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Two bodies found under the floor of a house in Adachi Ward, Tokyo; investigation on suspicion of abandonment of bodies
2024-01-18 20:06:00
On the 16th, their son reported that a couple in their 50s living in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, were missing, and when the Metropolitan Police Department investigated their home on the 18th, two bodies were found under the floorboards. The Metropolitan Police Department is working to confirm the identity of the deceased and is investigating the suspicion that someone may have abandoned the body.
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Kanazawa Consultation meeting for foreigners affected by the disaster Voices of anxiety about their future lives
2024-01-18 19:54:00
A consultation meeting was held in Kanazawa City for foreigners affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and voices of concerns about their future lives and employment were heard.
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[Lifeline 18th] Water supply in Ishikawa Prefecture When and where
2024-01-18 19:46:00
The Noto Peninsula earthquake continues to cause water outages in Ishikawa Prefecture. The latest status of water supply is summarized with updates from time to time. *You can jump to the status of each local government from the table of contents.
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Ministry of Defense signs contract to purchase up to 400 US cruise missiles “Tomahawk”
2024-01-18 19:45:00
The Ministry of Defense has officially signed a contract to purchase up to 400 Tomahawk cruise missiles, which can also be used for counterattack capabilities that can attack enemy missile launch sites. Half of the weapons, 200, are scheduled to be acquired and deployed in fiscal 2025, one year earlier than originally planned.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 21 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 19:43:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. In addition, 1,055 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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Political funding: Representative Yasumasa Ohno to be indicted at home; Representative Yaichi Tanikawa to be indicted on summary charges.
2024-01-18 19:41:00
In a case involving a party for political funds held by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Special Investigation Department indicted the accounting managers of the Abe and Nikai factions on the 19th on charges of making false statements in violation of the Political Funds Control Act, and indicted the accounting managers of the Abe and Nikai factions at the time of the Kishida faction. Through interviews with people involved, we learned that the company has decided to file a summary indictment with a fine for the accounting officer. It is also expected that House of Councilors member Yasumasa Ohno, who is said to have received a large amount of kickbacks from Abe's faction, will be indicted at home, and House of Representatives member Yaichi Tanikawa will be formally indicted.
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Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Takemi “supports securing the medical system and accepting secondary evacuations”
2024-01-18 19:41:00
After inspecting an evacuation center in Kanazawa City where people affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake are sheltering, Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Takemi announced his intention to support measures such as ensuring a medical system at evacuation centers and accepting secondary evacuations from a wider area. was shown.
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Ishikawa Komatsu General Gymnasium becomes "1.5th evacuation center" temporary reception site
2024-01-18 19:39:00
As the evacuation period becomes longer, a "1.5 evacuation center" to temporarily accept disaster victims was opened in Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture on the 18th, in preparation for the "2nd evacuation" where they will be moved to a safer place. Newly established.
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At least 26 people isolated in Noto town, many in need of support [18th]
2024-01-18 19:31:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, as of 2 p.m. on the 18th, 26 people in at least five areas in Wajima and Suzu cities were still stranded due to road closures.
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What we now know about the overall picture of earthquake damage and recovery [18th]
2024-01-18 19:27:00
More than two weeks have passed since the earthquake occurred. Is progress being made in understanding the damage and restoring lifelines in Ishikawa Prefecture? We will interpret the current situation in the disaster-stricken areas in chronological order based on information released by the prefecture. (The latest numbers are as of 2pm on the 18th)
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I haven't taken a bath for over two weeks... "I'm coming back to life" [Voices from the disaster area, 18th]
2024-01-18 19:26:00
``Everyone is so lively, and I think it's been a rewarding experience.'' These are the words of the owner of a public bathhouse that reopened in Nanao City, where water supply continues to be cut off. 18th day since the earthquake. Even though the situation is still very difficult, we have heard from people who are taking a bath for the first time in a long time and eating a warm soup. We have compiled "Voices from the disaster-stricken areas".
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Unlicensed moped driver ignores traffic lights and comes into contact with elderly person. Man sent to prosecutors
2024-01-18 19:24:00
Last year, at an intersection in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, a 24-year-old part-time man who was riding a ``motorized bicycle with pedals,'' which can run on an electric motor without pedaling, ignored a red light and crashed his bicycle. On the 18th, he was referred to the prosecutor's office on suspicion of causing bodily harm by dangerous driving without a license for coming into contact with an elderly person and causing serious injury.
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Prime Minister Kishida supports recovery and reconstruction through a wide range of measures, exchanges opinions with affected local governments
2024-01-18 19:22:00
Prime Minister Kishida exchanged opinions with the heads of local governments affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and discussed support measures for rebuilding the lives of disaster victims, which will be formulated by the end of this month, including a wide range of measures ranging from restoring infrastructure to reviving local industries. We conveyed the idea of supporting recovery and reconstruction by incorporating the following.
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Former Deputy Minister of Justice Kakizawa released on bail with bail set at 6 million yen, charged with violating the Public Elections Act
2024-01-18 19:20:00
Deputy Minister of Justice Mizuaki Kakizawa, who was charged with bribery in violation of the Public Offices Election Act, was released on bail on the 18th in connection with the Koto Ward mayoral election in Tokyo held in April last year.
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Wide-spread upheaval caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake: Experts who analyzed footage say ``surprising results''
2024-01-18 19:18:00
It is known that the ground was uplifted in a wide area of Wajima City and Suzu City in Ishikawa Prefecture during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. Images taken by NHK's helicopter also show that the exposed seabed continues as far as the eye can see on the north side of the peninsula, and experts say, ``This is a surprising result that shows the scale of this earthquake.'' I'm pointing it out.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 21 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 19:15:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. In addition, 1,055 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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A local product store in front of Toyama Station has set up a corner for special products that cannot be sold due to the disaster.
2024-01-18 19:13:00
In an effort to support the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, a local product store in front of Toyama Station has set up a corner to sell foods and vegetables from various parts of Toyama Prefecture that cannot be sold due to the disaster.
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Rope accident involving nursery school child: Investigation committee recommends strengthening safety measures Kuki Saitama
2024-01-18 19:09:00
In May of last year, a child at a nursery school in Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture, was injured in an accident when a rope became entangled in the child's neck, leaving the child in critical condition.The city's verification committee has compiled recommendations to strengthen safety measures at the nursery school.
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare: Insurance premium reduction/exemption to support disaster victims; reduced revenue will be fully borne by the government
2024-01-18 19:07:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare is asking local governments to reduce or exempt insurance premiums such as National Health Insurance as a support measure for the victims of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and the government is expected to bear all of the lost revenue.
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Areas affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake: Rain begins late on the night of the 18th; be careful of landslides
2024-01-18 19:04:00
In the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, which recorded a maximum seismic intensity of 7, rain continues to fall due to the front. The rain is expected to continue late into the night of the 18th, and the ground has loosened due to the shaking from the earthquake, so please be careful of landslides.
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Two bodies found under the floor of a house in Adachi Ward, Tokyo; investigation on suspicion of abandonment of bodies
2024-01-18 18:58:00
On the 16th, their son reported that a couple in their 50s living in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, were missing, and when the Metropolitan Police Department investigated their home on the 18th, two bodies were found under the floorboards. The Metropolitan Police Department is working to confirm the identity of the deceased and is investigating the suspicion that someone may have abandoned the body.
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Prime Minister Kishida: “The omission was a clerical error. I will refrain from commenting on the investigation.”
2024-01-18 18:57:00
Prime Minister Kishida said that the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's special investigation department is considering filing a case against the former accounting director of the Kishida faction in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. Although he explained that there was an omission and would submit a correction to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on the 18th, he also indicated that he would refrain from commenting on the investigation at this stage.
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Japan Post will begin accepting parcels at its temporary base in Anamizu Town from the 19th
2024-01-18 18:48:00
Japan Post has announced that it will set up a temporary base in Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and will begin accepting packages from all over the country addressed to this base from the 19th.
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Consultations about malicious cases disguised as door-to-door sales such as home repair in disaster-stricken areas are occurring one after another.
2024-01-18 18:44:00
In areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the National Police Agency is warning of a series of malicious cases disguised as door-to-door sales, such as charging additional fees for home repairs.
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[Noto Peninsula Earthquake Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Road (16:00 on the 18th)
2024-01-18 18:38:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. Information as of 4pm on the 18th.
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Kofu couple murder and arson case: 19-year-old defendant sentenced to death, first for specified juvenile
2024-01-18 18:36:00
Three years ago, a 19-year-old defendant was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing her parents, and burning down the home. In contrast, the Kofu District Court sentenced him to the death penalty, stating, ``Even considering his age, his criminal responsibility is heavy and his chances of rehabilitation are low.'' This is the first time that a ``designated juvenile'' has been sentenced to death since the revised Juvenile Law, which classifies 18- and 19-year-olds as ``designated juveniles,'' went into effect last year.
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Toyama: Disaster-affected local governments continue to request financial support for reconstruction, etc.
2024-01-18 18:33:00
A meeting between Toyama Prefecture and municipalities was held in Toyama City, and local governments that suffered significant damage from the Noto Peninsula earthquake submitted a series of opinions requesting financial support from the prefecture for reconstruction.
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A temporary clinic was set up at the Ishikawa Sports Center on the 19th.
2024-01-18 18:17:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture said at the Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters meeting held on the 18th that a sports facility in Kanazawa City, which has been used as a "Level 1.5 evacuation center" to temporarily accept pregnant women and the elderly affected by the earthquake, will be closed on the 19th. It has also been announced that a temporary clinic will be set up.
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Female staff dispatched to evacuation center in Wajima, replaced by male staff to meet needs
2024-01-18 18:16:00
In response to a request from an evacuation center in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Ikeda Town in Gifu Prefecture decided to dispatch two female employees instead of the originally planned male staff, and a ceremony was held to hand over their appointments. I did. There are cases in which female disaster victims have concerns that are difficult to discuss with men, and they will actively seek advice from them.
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Is it a body found under the floor of a house in Adachi Ward, Tokyo? ``Couple in their 50s' whereabouts unknown'' reported
2024-01-18 18:13:00
On the night of the 16th, a relative reported that a couple in their 50s living in Adachi Ward, Tokyo, was missing, and when the Metropolitan Police Department investigated their home on the afternoon of the 18th, they found what appeared to be bodies under the floorboards. This was revealed through interviews with investigators. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of the situation.
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Nanao City continues to experience water outages; public baths resume operations using well water and become a place of relaxation
2024-01-18 18:10:00
While most of Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, continues to be without water, a public bath in the center of the city has resumed operations using well water, and has become a place of relaxation for those affected by the disaster to enjoy bathing and socializing with friends. Masu.
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Anamizu Town: Taiwan-based organization runs soup kitchen at evacuation center to continue operations until the end of the month
2024-01-18 18:09:00
At an evacuation center in Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, a Taiwan-based charity organization continues to run a soup kitchen every day.
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More than two weeks after the earthquake, water outage is resolved in Himi City, Toyama: ``Take a bath quickly''
2024-01-18 18:08:00
In Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, where tremors with a seismic intensity of 5 or above were observed during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the water outage has been resolved in all areas on the 18th, just over two weeks after the earthquake occurred, and residents are asking for safe access, such as ``I want to take a bath as soon as possible.'' A voice was heard.
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Hibo-slander ``Law reform bill is insufficient'' Former talent and others write opinions
2024-01-18 18:00:00
As the government is planning to submit to the regular Diet session a bill to revise the law that would require business operators to strengthen their response to defamatory posts on the internet, Hibou has been accused of sexual assault by Johnny Kitagawa. Former entertainers who have been slandered by the agency have submitted a written opinion to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, arguing that the contents of the revised bill are insufficient.
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Kofu couple murder and arson case: 19-year-old defendant sentenced to death, first for specified juvenile
2024-01-18 17:59:00
Three years ago, a 19-year-old defendant was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing her parents, and burning down the home. In contrast, the Kofu District Court sentenced him to the death penalty, stating, ``Even considering his age, his criminal responsibility is heavy and his chances of rehabilitation are low.'' This is the first time that a ``designated juvenile'' has been sentenced to death since the revised Juvenile Law, which classifies 18- and 19-year-olds as ``designated juveniles,'' went into effect last year.
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JR Nanao Line Hakui-Nanao will resume operation from the 22nd, but there is no prospect of full recovery
2024-01-18 17:57:00
Regarding the JR Nanao Line in Ishikawa Prefecture, where operations have been suspended in some sections due to damage caused by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, JR West President Kazuaki Hasegawa revealed at a regular press conference on the 18th that there is no prospect of complete restoration. Did.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 21 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 17:56:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. In addition, 1,055 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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Surveying ship capsizes in the Sea of Okhotsk, 1 dead, 1 unconscious Hokkaido
2024-01-18 17:33:00
Just before noon on the 18th, a surveying ship capsized in the Sea of Okhotsk in Tokoro-cho, Kitami City, Hokkaido, and the three people on board were thrown overboard. The three people were rescued by a nearby boat, but according to the Japan Coast Guard, one of them died and the other is unconscious.
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Communication problems continue, each company responds with “satellite communication antennas” and “mobile base stations”
2024-01-18 17:31:00
In the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the earthquake, mobile phone service is still not available in some areas, and companies are continuing to take various measures to resolve communication problems.
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Telecommunications companies: “Emergency recovery in hard-to-reach areas remains uncertain”
2024-01-18 17:25:00
Major telecommunications companies jointly held a press conference on the 18th regarding areas in Ishikawa Prefecture where mobile phone service has not been restored due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake, stating that emergency restoration efforts are in sight in areas that are difficult to access due to blocked roads. I made it clear that no.
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Prime Minister Kishida: “The omission was a clerical error. I will refrain from commenting on the investigation.”
2024-01-18 17:20:00
Prime Minister Kishida said that the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's special investigation department is considering filing a case against the former accounting director of the Kishida faction in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. Although he explained that there was an omission and would submit a correction to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on the 18th, he also indicated that he would refrain from commenting on the investigation at this stage.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 21 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 17:11:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. In addition, 1,055 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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Toyama: Relief money to be provided to Oyabe City disaster victims whose homes were completely destroyed
2024-01-18 17:02:00
Toyama Prefecture has decided to apply the Disaster Victims' Livelihood Reconstruction Support Act, which provides housing reconstruction costs, to Oyabe City, where more than 600 homes and other buildings were damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. will be provided with support funds.
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Ishikawa Prefecture: Newly announced names of those killed in the Noto Peninsula earthquake: 21 people with the consent of their families
2024-01-18 17:01:00
Ishikawa Prefecture released the names and ages of 21 people who died in the Noto Peninsula earthquake on the 18th, with the consent of their bereaved families. The prefecture says it will make public information about other deceased people as soon as it receives the consent of their bereaved families.
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A guesthouse in Wajima City provides rooms to local government and medical institution staff, etc.
2024-01-18 16:44:00
As the Noto Peninsula Earthquake has raised the issue of finding accommodation for people seeking assistance in the disaster-stricken areas, a guesthouse in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, has begun offering rooms to local government and medical institution staff.
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Kofu couple murder and arson case: 19-year-old defendant sentenced to death for the first time as a “specified juvenile”
2024-01-18 16:40:00
Three years ago, a 19-year-old defendant was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing her parents, and burning down the home. In contrast, the Kofu District Court sentenced him to the death penalty, stating, ``Even considering his age, his criminal responsibility is heavy and his chances of rehabilitation are low.'' This is the first time that a ``designated juvenile'' has been sentenced to death since the revised Juvenile Law, which classifies 18- and 19-year-olds as ``designated juveniles,'' went into effect last year.
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[Explanatory video] Prolonged evacuation life, paying attention to nutrition while eating meals
2024-01-18 16:24:00
More than two weeks have passed since the earthquake occurred, and although there are regional differences, food and drinks have been distributed to those affected. We asked Yoshiyuki Shimoura, executive director of the Japan Dietetic Association, about how to maintain a nutritional balance in meals during evacuation life, as well as key points to maintain health. It was broadcast on "NHK News" at noon on January 18th. *The video is 7 minutes and 17 seconds long and cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.
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Ishikawa Prefecture releases names of 21 people whose safety is unknown after the Noto Peninsula Earthquake (2:00 p.m. on the 18th)
2024-01-18 16:05:00
As of 2 p.m. on the 18th, Ishikawa Prefecture has announced the names and ages of 21 people whose safety is unknown due to the earthquake whose epicenter was in the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, and is requesting the public to provide information. .
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Launch of a website to deliver welfare equipment and supplies that “uniform support cannot reach”
2024-01-18 15:58:00
For example, this sponge. Many people may be unfamiliar with this, but it is actually used on a daily basis in nursing care settings to care for the inside of the mouth. If care is not provided, it can be life-threatening, and there are people in the disaster area who are waiting for the aid to arrive. A new project has been launched to help deliver the necessary items to the people who need them.
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Kofu couple murder and arson case: 19-year-old defendant sentenced to death for the first time as a “specified juvenile”
2024-01-18 15:46:00
Three years ago, a 19-year-old defendant was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing her parents, and burning down the home. However, the Kofu District Court handed down the death penalty as requested. This is the first time that a ``designated juvenile'' has been sentenced to the death penalty since the revised Juvenile Law, which classifies 18- and 19-year-olds as ``designated juveniles,'' went into effect last year.
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[Commentary] Disaster elections... How to counter false information?
2024-01-18 15:28:00
False information and fake information are spreading on SNS all over the world. There has been a spate of disinformation surrounding the Noto Peninsula earthquake, and there are concerns that disinformation will cause confusion in the major elections that will be held around the world this year. Why is this information being circulated? How far does its influence spread? Commentator Junya Yabuuchi will explain in detail the methods and efforts to counter false information. (Video: 7 minutes 58 seconds)
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Kofu couple murder and arson case: 19-year-old defendant sentenced to death for the first time as a “specified juvenile”
2024-01-18 14:59:00
Three years ago, the defendant, who was 19 years old at the time, was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing her parents, and burning down the home. However, the Kofu District Court handed down the death penalty as requested.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 22 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 14:58:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. Additionally, 1,045 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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[Video] Toyama/Niigata lifeline information (14:00 on the 18th)
2024-01-18 14:50:00
We will provide you with lifeline information and local information in Toyama and Niigata prefectures. It was broadcast on the news at 2pm on the 18th. (Cannot be viewed on data broadcast)
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Toyama Himi City Over 17,000 homes without water supply will receive free water and sewage charges for January
2024-01-18 14:11:00
Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, which experienced shaking with a seismic intensity of 5 or above during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, has decided to waive this month's water and sewage bills for the more than 17,000 homes whose water supply was cut off.
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Five more people arrested and charged with illegal scouting group executives
2024-01-18 14:01:00
In a case in which executives of Japan's largest group conducting illegal scouting mainly in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, were arrested and indicted for causing serious injury to a male member, the Metropolitan Police Department has newly arrested five members. He was arrested on suspicion of indecent assault.
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Unlicensed moped driver ignores traffic lights and comes into contact with elderly person. Man sent to prosecutors
2024-01-18 13:52:00
Last year, at an intersection in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, a 24-year-old part-time man who was riding a ``motorized bicycle with pedals,'' which can run on an electric motor without pedaling, ignored a red light and crashed his bicycle. On the 18th, he was referred to the prosecutor's office on suspicion of causing bodily harm by dangerous driving without a license for coming into contact with an elderly person and causing serious injury.
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Man in Sagamihara robbery and injury case tells police it was a lie
2024-01-18 13:49:00
On the night of the 17th, there was a report that a man in his 50s was stabbed with a knife by two men on the street in Sagamihara City and robbed of his cash, but the man later explained to the police that it was a lie. I understand that. Police have determined that no incident occurred and are investigating the background behind the false explanation.
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Prime Minister Kishida: “The omission was a clerical error. I will refrain from commenting on the investigation.”
2024-01-18 13:47:00
Prime Minister Kishida said that the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's special investigation department is considering filing a case against the former accounting director of the Kishida faction in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. Although he explained that there was an omission and would submit a correction to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on the 18th, he also indicated that he would refrain from commenting on the investigation at this stage.
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Decision to grant bail to former Deputy Minister of Justice Kakizawa; bail set at 6 million yen Tokyo District Court
2024-01-18 13:35:00
The Tokyo District Court has decided to grant bail to Deputy Minister of Justice Mizuaki Kakizawa, who was charged with bribery in violation of the Public Offices Election Act in connection with the Koto Ward mayoral election held in April last year. The bail amount is 6 million yen, which has already been paid, and will be released unless the prosecutor makes a quasi-appeal.
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Osaka's ``Emperor of Guri'' arrested on suspicion of kidnapping for obscene purposes
2024-01-18 13:16:00
A 31-year-old male suspect was arrested on suspicion of kidnapping for obscene purposes after allegedly taking a female junior high school student to his home in Osaka in exchange for sleeping pills. Police are investigating the details of the incident, as the suspect was known as the ``Emperor of Guri'' by young people who gather in Minami, Osaka, which is commonly known as ``Guri Shita.''
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Ishikawa Wajima Port Severe damage due to ship sailing and unloading operations due to earthquake
2024-01-18 13:08:00
The fishing port in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where the seafloor has risen due to the earthquake, has suffered serious damage, with ships unable to depart and conditions making it difficult to unload fish.
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Wide-area robbery Special fraud group executive re-arrested, possibly involved in three other incidents
2024-01-18 13:04:00
The Metropolitan Police Department re-arrested the executive of a special fraud group who was indicted for directing a series of wide-area robberies, as he was also involved in three other special fraud cases.
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Decision to grant bail to former Deputy Minister of Justice Kakizawa; bail set at 6 million yen Tokyo District Court
2024-01-18 12:58:00
The Tokyo District Court has decided to grant bail to Deputy Minister of Justice Mizuaki Kakizawa, who was charged with bribery in violation of the Public Offices Election Act in connection with the Koto Ward mayoral election held in April last year. Bail is said to be 6 million yen. If the bail amount is paid and the prosecutor does not file a quasi-appeal, the defendant will be released on bail.
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Kanazawa Support for foreigners affected by the disaster Consultation sessions available in over 30 languages
2024-01-18 12:52:00
In order to support the future lives and employment of foreigners affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Kanazawa City is holding consultation sessions in over 30 languages.
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[Lifeline 18th] Water supply in Ishikawa Prefecture When and where
2024-01-18 12:35:00
The Noto Peninsula earthquake continues to cause water outages in Ishikawa Prefecture. The latest status of water supply is summarized with updates from time to time. *You can jump to the status of each local government from the table of contents.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 22 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 12:32:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. Additionally, 1,045 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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[Noto Peninsula Earthquake Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Road (11:00 on the 18th)
2024-01-18 12:28:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. Information as of 11am on the 18th.
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[Lifeline 18th] Water supply in Ishikawa Prefecture When and where
2024-01-18 12:14:00
The Noto Peninsula earthquake continues to cause water outages in Ishikawa Prefecture. The latest status of water supply is summarized with updates from time to time. *You can jump to the status of each local government from the table of contents.
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Two people from a pharmaceutical sales company arrested for selling drugs without permission under the guise of “export”
2024-01-18 12:08:00
Two people, including the representative director of a pharmaceutical sales company, were arrested on suspicion of selling drugs from an overseas company that does not have permission to sell drugs in Japan to customers in Chiba Prefecture under the guise of exporting drugs for individuals.
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[Noto Peninsula Earthquake Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Road (11:00 on the 18th)
2024-01-18 12:03:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. Information as of 11am on the 18th.
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Rain in areas affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake is expected to continue until late on the night of the 18th, so be careful
2024-01-18 11:55:00
In the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, where a maximum seismic intensity of 7 was observed, rain is falling due to the influence of the front. The rain is expected to continue until late on the night of the 18th, and the ground has loosened due to the earthquake, so please be careful of landslides.
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Samsung Electronics' new smartphone uses AI to translate calls in 13 languages including Japanese
2024-01-18 11:24:00
South Korea's Samsung Electronics has announced a new smartphone that uses AI to simultaneously translate the contents of a call into various languages and convey it via voice, and the use of AI in mobile devices is expected to expand in the future. Masu.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 22 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 11:21:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. Additionally, 1,045 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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Prime Minister Kishida: “The omission was a clerical error. I will refrain from commenting on the investigation.”
2024-01-18 11:19:00
Prime Minister Kishida said that the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's special investigation department is considering filing a case against the former accounting director of the Kishida faction in a case involving a political funding party run by a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party. Although he explained that there was an omission and would submit a correction to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on the 18th, he also indicated that he would refrain from commenting on the investigation at this stage.
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[Broadcast simultaneous] Lifeline information from NHK Kanazawa 18:10-19:00
2024-01-18 11:17:00
NHK Kanazawa will be broadcasting information related to the Noto Peninsula earthquake, lifeline information in Ishikawa Prefecture, and local information.
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[Damage situation 18th] 232 people died in Ishikawa Prefecture, 22 people's safety unknown
2024-01-18 11:02:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, a total of 232 deaths have been confirmed within the prefecture. Additionally, 1,045 people were seriously injured in the prefecture. We will keep you updated on the damage in each area.
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Saitama Kumagaya hit-and-run fatality case: 94-year-old woman driving the car sent to prosecutors
2024-01-18 10:53:00
Last July, a woman was hit and run by a car on a national highway in Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture, and died. Police referred the 94-year-old woman who was driving the car to the public prosecutor on the 18th on suspicion of hit-and-run.
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Fukushima Soma Aonori fishing is thriving as production recovers from the decline
2024-01-18 07:18:00
In Soma City, Fukushima Prefecture, which was once known as one of the leading producers of blue seaweed in the country and is currently working to recover the production volume that fell due to the Great East Japan Earthquake and the nuclear power plant accident, fishing for seaweed is active.
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[Noto Peninsula Earthquake Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Road (7:00 on the 18th)
2024-01-18 07:11:00
This is the impact of an earthquake on transportation and roads. Information as of 5am on the 18th.
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Inadequate explanations and records of surgeries Kyoto City issues administrative guidance to hospitals to improve
2024-01-18 07:00:00
A Kyoto City investigation found that there were three cases in which the neurosurgery department of a hospital in Kyoto City did not provide adequate explanations or records of surgeries, or insufficient verification of safety management. The city provided administrative guidance to the hospital to request improvements.
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[Lifeline 18th] Water supply in Ishikawa Prefecture When and where
2024-01-18 06:52:00
The Noto Peninsula earthquake continues to cause water outages in Ishikawa Prefecture. The latest status of water supply is summarized with updates from time to time. *You can jump to the status of each local government from the table of contents.
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“Thinking about AI and copyright” Agency for Cultural Affairs makes public comment
2024-01-18 06:51:00
In relation to copyright infringement, which is a concern due to the development and use of generative AI, the Agency for Cultural Affairs is soliciting a wide range of opinions on the draft "Thoughts on AI and Copyright" compiled by a subcommittee of the Council for Cultural Affairs. It has been decided that the requested public comments will be conducted in January.
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Voices requesting support from economic organizations affected by the disaster Exchange of opinions with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
2024-01-18 06:17:00
An online exchange of opinions was held on the 17th between the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and representatives of economic organizations in the affected areas in order to rebuild businesses affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. Representatives of business organizations called for support to repair damaged buildings and maintain employment for employees.
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Rain hits areas affected by Noto Peninsula earthquake; be careful of landslides and hypothermia
2024-01-18 05:54:00
In the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, where a maximum seismic intensity of 7 was observed, rain is falling due to the front. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution as the ground has become loose due to the shaking of the earthquake, so even a small amount of rain could increase the risk of landslides.
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Kofu couple murder and arson case sentenced today - defendant was 19 years old at the time - death penalty
2024-01-18 04:51:00
Three years ago, a 19-year-old man was charged with murder and arson for breaking into the home of a woman he had a crush on in Kofu City, killing the woman's parents, and burning down the home. The 18-year-old defendant will be sentenced at the Kofu District Court on the 18th.
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Robbery and injury in Sagamihara: man stabbed and robbed of cash by two men
2024-01-18 02:26:00
On the night of the 17th, police received a report that a man in his 50s was stabbed with a knife and robbed of cash by two men on the street in Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and police are investigating the incident as a case of robbery and injury.
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JR Chuo Line Rapid Service resumes operation on all lines
2024-01-18 01:30:00
JR Chuo Line rapid trains had suspended operation on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Takao Station due to a fatal accident, but operations resumed on all lines at 1:18 a.m.
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One person killed in house fire in Kawaguchi City, Saitama; unable to contact female resident in her 60s
2024-01-18 00:14:00
On the night of the 17th, a house was completely burnt down in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, and a woman's body was found in the ruins. The woman in her 60s who lives in this house has not been able to be contacted, and police are working to confirm her identity and investigate the cause of the incident.
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