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[Ishikawa water supply support] Implemented in Wajima, Suzu, etc.

2024-02-06 23:47:00
Information on water supply support scheduled for the 7th in Ishikawa Prefecture.

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80 people get food poisoning from Setsubun ehomaki, etc. Masuda, Shimane

2024-02-06 21:49:00
Eighty people who ate Setsubun ehomaki made by a vendor in Masuda City, Shimane Prefecture, complained of symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting, and the public health center concluded that it was food poisoning and suspended the business for five days from the 6th. I disposed of it.

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Keidanren Chairman Tokura, Expo ``Failure to recognize the situation that will impede recovery and reconstruction''

2024-02-06 21:13:00
Regarding the impact of the Osaka/Kansai Expo on the recovery of the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Keidanren Chairman Tokura stated, ``At this point, we are not aware of any situation that would impede recovery and reconstruction,'' and plans are being made for next year's event. We reiterated our intention to proceed with preparations as scheduled.

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Off the coast of Senkaku, Okinawa, four Chinese Coast Guard vessels temporarily invade territorial waters

2024-02-06 21:05:00
Four Chinese Coast Guard vessels entered Japan's territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture at around 4 p.m. on the 6th. Both vessels left territorial waters by around 6 p.m., and the Japan Coast Guard is continuing to monitor and monitor them to ensure they do not re-enter territorial waters.

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Man found dead on Lake Biwa shore; two men and women arrested on suspicion of withdrawing cash from bank account

2024-02-06 21:04:00
Last month, a body was found with signs of strangulation on the shore of Lake Biwa in Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture.The body was identified as a 55-year-old company manager living in Aichi Prefecture. Police arrested two men and women in their 40s and 20s on the 6th on suspicion of withdrawing cash from the man's bank account, and are investigating the incident.

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Airport company proposes construction of new station to connect to new terminal at Narita Airport

2024-02-06 21:02:00
The Narita Airport Company, which plans to consolidate Narita Airport's currently three passenger terminals into one in the future, has proposed creating a new station to connect to the new terminal.

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Tokyo Metropolitan Council decides on plan for tunnel-like facility to prevent flooding in Suginami Ward

2024-02-06 20:55:00
The Tokyo metropolitan council has decided on a plan to construct a huge tunnel-like facility underground in Suginami Ward, Tokyo to prevent flooding during heavy rains. We are planning to proceed.

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JR East Factors affecting operation due to snow “Falled bamboos and fallen trees near railway tracks” are the most common

2024-02-06 20:54:00
According to JR East, among the things that affected train operations due to the snow that started on the 5th, the most common cause was bamboo and trees falling near the tracks.

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Traffic impact from snow: Tomei and other road closures lifted, JR operations suspended

2024-02-06 20:53:00
Due to snow, some expressways remain closed, mainly in the Kanto region. According to expressway companies, the road closures are expected to be lifted tonight, with the exception of parts of the Metropolitan Expressway and Chuo Expressway.

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Ishikawa Wajima Many residents at delivery office, impact on collection and delivery continues

2024-02-06 20:51:00
In the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, parcel collection and delivery continues to be affected, and many residents are visiting parcel delivery company offices in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, to pick up their parcels in person.

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Matsue City plans to reduce the number of city buses running on weekdays by nearly 20% from April

2024-02-06 20:48:00
Amid a series of reductions in bus service due to a shortage of drivers, Matsue City has announced a policy to reduce the number of city buses running on weekdays by nearly 20% from April this year. This is said to be in response to the so-called ``2024 problem,'' where regulations on overtime work for drivers will be tightened.

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Partial return to middle school students in mass evacuation Parents complain to city government that explanations are not sufficient

2024-02-06 20:08:00
In Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, some junior high school students who had evacuated en masse to other municipalities within the prefecture were told by the school that the school would ``end the evacuation and resume school based at a school in the city.'' He announced that he was returning to the city. The city has received complaints from parents that the explanation was not sufficient, and the city Board of Education is consulting with parents about future actions.

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[Damage situation 6th] Over 55,000 houses damaged in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-06 20:05:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, the number of people confirmed dead in the prefecture is 240 as of 2 p.m. on the 6th.

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Earthquake recovery work: Be careful of pneumonia caused by inhaling dust and dust

2024-02-06 19:44:00
It's been over a month since the Noto Peninsula earthquake, and what we need to be careful about at this time is pneumonia, which can be caused by inhaling dust during recovery work. In past disasters, there have been reports of disaster-related deaths caused by people becoming unwell, and experts have pointed out that ``it is important to carry out recovery work while wearing an industrial mask with a finer mesh than usual.'' I am.

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Isolated and unable to receive help, I keep calling home for “dad” [Voices from the disaster-stricken area]

2024-02-06 19:30:00
This is Kozo Yawata (76) from Wajima City, who passed away in the earthquake. His house was destroyed, but the area was temporarily isolated. When no help arrived for several days, his second son Yoshihiko called out to the collapsed house every morning, calling out to him, ``Dad.'' He said, ``It's frustrating, but I think he has to live his life to the fullest.''

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[Many rankings] Household survey shows that other than gyoza are ranked number one in your city

2024-02-06 19:14:00
The announcement of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' ``Household Budget Survey'' is becoming a familiar occurrence around this time every year. Ramen and gyoza tend to get a lot of attention, but we actually researched 503 items. For example, Shizuoka city ranks first for ``tuna,'' Kagoshima city ranks first for ``shochu,'' and Aomori city ranks first for ``hot springs.'' I see. On the other hand, Hamamatsu City is the city that spends the most on rice, Aomori City spends the most on beer (a drink after a bath?), and Saitama City spends the most on clothes and beauty. The household budget survey reveals a different picture of the region than the ``No. 1 in Japan'' seen from the production area.

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Schools and hospitals that support the local community voice concerns about reopening, but what are the challenges?

2024-02-06 18:53:00
In Ishikawa Prefecture, school closures were lifted for all public elementary and junior high schools in the prefecture on the 6th of this month. However, challenges still remain, with some schools reopening using high school buildings. Schools are not the only issues facing the region. At hospitals in the disaster-stricken areas, some nurses are said to be retiring.

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Kanazawa City accepts deemed temporary housing; employees from local governments outside the prefecture provide operational support

2024-02-06 18:42:00
In Kanazawa City, on behalf of cities and towns in the Oku-Noto area, we are accepting applications for temporary housing for disaster victims, but on some days we receive as many as 200 applications, and officials from local governments outside the prefecture rush in to help. I am working on my business.

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Lithium-ion battery caught fire on JR Yamanote Line train

2024-02-06 18:41:00
According to the Tokyo Fire Department, just after 6 p.m. on the 6th, the fire department was notified that a lithium-ion battery had caught fire inside a JR Yamanote Line train that was parked on the platform at Ikebukuro Station. It was soon extinguished. All passengers were evacuated and no one was injured. Four lithium-ion batteries caught fire on the train, and the Metropolitan Police Department and fire department are investigating the situation in detail.

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Bear in Akita transportation company warehouse; police block entrance and continue surveillance

2024-02-06 18:37:00
On the morning of the 6th, a bear entered the warehouse of a shipping company on the outskirts of Akita City. Police are blocking the entrance and exit of the warehouse and are continuing to monitor it.

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Ishikawa Prefecture Disaster waste approximately 2.4 million tons Aiming to be processed by the end of March 2026

2024-02-06 18:32:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture has revealed that the amount of disaster waste generated by the Noto Peninsula earthquake is estimated to be approximately 2.4 million tons for the entire prefecture, equivalent to seven years' worth of waste. The aim is to complete the treatment by the end of March 2026 by carrying out wide-area treatment that also utilizes facilities outside the prefecture.

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JR East to consider equipment maintenance with experts after power outage trouble

2024-02-06 18:26:00
In January, the Tohoku, Hokuriku, and Joetsu Shinkansen trains were suspended for long periods of time due to power outages. JR East's president, Yuji Fukasawa, announced that he would consider how to maintain railway equipment in the future, including with outside experts. I have indicated my intention to move forward.

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Raises compensation for disability welfare services. Additions will be focused on improving treatment.

2024-02-06 18:15:00
Regarding the increase in remuneration paid to disability welfare service establishments from next fiscal year onwards, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare will focus on improving the treatment of employees in order to resolve the labor shortage.

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"Wajima Morning Market" to resume operations in Kanazawa in March as "Business Trip Wajima Morning Market"

2024-02-06 18:00:00
The Wajima Morning Market in Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered a large-scale fire during the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, has decided to reopen next month as the Wajima Morning Market in Kanazawa City.

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North Korea condemns removal of memorial monument for Korean workers in Gunma Prefecture

2024-02-06 17:56:00
North Korea condemned the removal of a memorial monument for Korean workers built in Gunma Prefecture by the prefecture's administrative agency, calling it ``an absolutely unacceptable act.''

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Grand Sumo Endo and others from Ishikawa pay a courtesy visit to Governor Hase in the disaster-stricken area

2024-02-06 17:38:00
Sumo wrestlers Endo and Onosato from Ishikawa Prefecture returned to their hometown, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and paid a courtesy visit to Governor Hase.

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[Damage situation 6th] Over 55,000 houses damaged in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-06 17:35:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, the number of people confirmed dead in the prefecture is 240 as of 2 p.m. on the 6th.

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Ishikawa Prefecture Disaster waste approximately 2.4 million tons Aiming to be processed by the end of March 2026

2024-02-06 17:32:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture has revealed that the amount of disaster waste generated by the Noto Peninsula earthquake is estimated to be approximately 2.4 million tons for the entire prefecture, equivalent to seven years' worth of waste. The aim is to complete the treatment by the end of March 2026 by carrying out wide-area treatment that also utilizes facilities outside the prefecture.

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Government Considering raising the national burden of disaster waste processing costs

2024-02-06 17:18:00
In order to reduce the burden on local governments, the government is considering raising the national share of the cost of processing the disaster waste from the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which is estimated to amount to approximately 2.4 million tons in Ishikawa Prefecture as a whole. revealed.

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Passengers who stayed overnight on the train due to heavy snow “Some people sat in the aisle without a seat”

2024-02-06 17:17:00
Due to heavy snow, multiple trains on the JR Chuo Line remained stopped at stations in Yamanashi Prefecture on the night of the 5th, with some passengers spending the night on the trains.

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[Damage situation 6th] Over 55,000 houses damaged in Ishikawa Prefecture

2024-02-06 17:14:00
According to Ishikawa Prefecture, the number of people confirmed dead in the prefecture is 240 as of 2 p.m. on the 6th.

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Ishikawa Man found dead at site of landslide in Nie Town, Suzu City

2024-02-06 17:12:00
According to the police and fire department, a man was found dead in the mud on the morning of the 6th at the scene of a large-scale landslide in Nie-cho, Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where a large-scale landslide occurred due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.

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Imperial Household Agency to hold general public visits on Emperor's birthday

2024-02-06 16:57:00
The Imperial Household Agency has announced that a public visitation will be held on February 23rd, the Emperor's birthday.

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Bus driver ``I have no choice but to do it'' Nanao Ishikawa resumes work even though his home is completely destroyed

2024-02-06 16:48:00
A man who works as a bus driver for a company in Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, had his home in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture completely destroyed by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, but he has resumed work after evacuating his mother who lives with him. The man says, ``Even if he looks behind him, he won't go back to normal, so he has no choice but to do it.''

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Governor Hase Ishikawa plans to dismantle and remove buildings damaged by the Noto Peninsula earthquake using public funds

2024-02-06 16:24:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture has announced that cities and towns will dismantle and remove buildings damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake on behalf of the owners at public expense if an application is received.

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Fire extinguisher containing PFOS, which has been shown to be harmful, has been installed at 30 facilities including parking lots owned by the Tokyo metropolitan government

2024-02-06 16:10:00
Regarding the chemical substance ``PFAS'', when the Tokyo Metropolitan Government investigated the extinguishing agents in parking lots and office buildings owned by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, it found that 30 facilities had installed extinguishing agents that contained substances that were considered to be harmful. I understand that.

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A train and a passenger car collided at a railroad crossing in Osaka. Did the barrier go up just before it passed?

2024-02-06 16:03:00
On the morning of the 6th, a train and a passenger car collided at a Nankai Electric Railway Koya Line railroad crossing in Nishinari Ward, Osaka. According to Nankai Electric Railway and other sources, none of the 10 passengers were injured, and the barrier that had been down just before the train passed went up. Nankai Electric Railway and the police are investigating the cause in detail.

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[Live video] Current status of Shuto Expressway/Expressways

2024-02-06 16:01:00
As a low-pressure system moved along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow fell over a wide area in the Kanto-Koshin region, with snow falling even in flat areas. Although the peak of snow has passed, the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic. We will provide you with live footage and weather data from various locations.

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Ishikawa Shinkin Bank resumes operations with mobile stores; multiple stores damaged by earthquake

2024-02-06 16:00:00
A Shinkin Bank in Ishikawa Prefecture, where multiple stores were damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, has resumed operations by setting up a mobile store in the parking lot of the company's dormitory.

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Traffic impact from snow: Tomei and other road closures lifted, JR operations suspended

2024-02-06 15:53:00
Due to the snow, many expressways remain closed, mainly in the Kanto region. According to the expressway companies, road closures are expected to be lifted gradually from now until the evening, except for the Metropolitan Expressway.

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household budget survey

2024-02-06 15:30:00
``Gyoza'' and ``ramen'' sparks fly every year over the title of ``Japan's best''. Rather than competing on taste, we are talking about the amount of gyoza purchased per household per year and the amount spent on eating out for ramen. Which local government became “No. 1 in Japan” this year? On the 6th, the results of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' household budget survey were announced.

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Three caregivers arrested on suspicion of attempted insurance fraud by feigning car and bicycle accidents

2024-02-06 15:27:00
Three people, including a caregiver in Tokyo's Adachi Ward, were arrested on charges of attempting to defraud approximately 16 million yen in insurance money in the name of repair costs by feigning a collision between a car and a bicycle.

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64-year-old street vendor sent to prosecutors for selling fake luxury brands in Katsushika Ward, Tokyo

2024-02-06 15:20:00
A 64-year-old street vendor was sent to prosecutors for selling fake luxury brand wallets in a shopping district in Katsushika Ward, Tokyo.

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Company employee arrested for possession of fake Liverpool uniform for sale

2024-02-06 15:04:00
A 39-year-old office worker was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of possessing fake uniforms of the English Premier League team Liverpool for the purpose of selling. In response to the investigation, he reportedly stated that he had sold over 2,500 items over the past five years.

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Traffic impact from snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, etc. closed, JR operations suspended

2024-02-06 14:43:00
Due to the snow, many expressways remain closed, mainly in the Kanto region. According to the expressway companies, road closures are expected to be lifted gradually from now until the evening, except for the Metropolitan Expressway.

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Chiba Narita Airport Joint information session held by companies for students and others to secure workers

2024-02-06 14:31:00
In an effort to secure workers at Narita Airport, where a labor shortage is an issue, companies with offices within the airport held a joint information session for students and others in Chiba City.

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Approximately 10 orcas in Rausu Town, Hokkaido are unable to move, surrounded by drift ice

2024-02-06 14:27:00
On the morning of the 6th, approximately 10 killer whales were found trapped in drift ice off the coast of Rausu, Hokkaido. Since it is covered in drift ice and cannot be approached, the town says it has no choice but to wait for the ice to break and escape.

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Toyama Himi Voluntary evacuation center closed All evacuation shelters in the prefecture closed

2024-02-06 14:18:00
In the Sugata area of ​​Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, where many homes were damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the evacuation shelter voluntarily set up by residents was closed after six days. All evacuation centers in Toyama Prefecture are now closed.

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Approximately 110,000 chickens to be culled due to avian influenza at poultry farm in Mitoyo, Kagawa

2024-02-06 13:33:00
Multiple chickens were found dead at a poultry farm in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture, and Kagawa Prefecture announced that genetic testing detected a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus. The prefecture has been culling approximately 110,000 chickens from poultry farms since the morning of the 6th.

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Grand Sumo Endo and others from Ishikawa pay a courtesy visit to Governor Hase in the disaster-stricken area

2024-02-06 13:17:00
Sumo wrestlers Endo and Onosato from Ishikawa Prefecture returned to their hometown, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and paid a courtesy visit to Governor Hase.

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Kanto-Koshin: Heavy snowfall has passed its peak, but snow still accumulates. Be careful of falls and traffic impacts.

2024-02-06 13:10:00
Heavy snow fell in the Kanto-Koshin region from the 5th to the morning of the 6th, and even though the peak has passed, there are still many places covered in snow. There have been a number of people who have fallen and been injured while walking, as well as car skid accidents, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about falls and the impact on traffic caused by snow and icy roads.

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[Live video] Shuto Expressway, Chuo Expressway, etc. are closed

2024-02-06 13:06:00
As a low-pressure system moved along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow fell over a wide area in the Kanto-Koshin region, with snow falling even in flat areas. Although the peak of snow has passed, the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic. We will provide you with live footage and weather data from various locations.

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Kabukicho employee arrested for allegedly forcing prostitution on customers to collect accounts receivable

2024-02-06 13:04:00
A female employee of a restaurant in Shinjuku's Kabukicho district was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a female customer and forcing her into prostitution in order to collect ``accounts receivable'' that had been used to pay for a female customer's food and drinks. The employee dressed as a man to serve customers at a host club-style store, charged the woman a large amount of money, and then forced her to wait on the street for prostitution. According to her investigation, she has denied the charges.

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Ishikawa Prefecture Disaster waste approximately 2.4 million tons Aiming to be processed by the end of March 2026

2024-02-06 13:00:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture has revealed that the amount of disaster waste generated by the Noto Peninsula earthquake is estimated to be approximately 2.4 million tons for the entire prefecture, equivalent to seven years' worth of waste. The aim is to complete the treatment by the end of March 2026 by carrying out wide-area treatment that also utilizes facilities outside the prefecture.

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Income and expenditures from Mr. Matsuno's financial management organization faction not listed; income and expenditure report corrected

2024-02-06 12:53:00
The financial management organization of former Chief Cabinet Secretary Hiroichi Matsuno, who was elected to the Chiba 3rd District of the House of Representatives, did not record a total of 8.65 million yen in income from the Liberal Democratic Party's Abe faction in 2020 and 2021 in its political funds balance report. I corrected the income and expenditure report on the 5th.

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21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa reopens for the first time in about a month, damaged by Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-02-06 12:44:00
The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, which had been closed due to damage caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake, including broken glass inside the facility, reopened for the first time in about a month in a limited area on the 6th.

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A train and a passenger car collided at a railroad crossing in Osaka. Did the barrier go up just before it passed?

2024-02-06 12:36:00
On the morning of the 6th, a train and a passenger car collided at a Nankai Electric Railway Koya Line railroad crossing in Nishinari Ward, Osaka. According to Nankai Electric Railway and other sources, none of the 10 passengers were injured, and the barrier that had been down just before the train passed went up. Nankai Electric Railway and the police are investigating the cause in detail.

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Kanto-Koshin: Heavy snowfall has passed its peak, but snow still accumulates. Be careful of falls and traffic impacts.

2024-02-06 12:18:00
Heavy snow fell in the Kanto-Koshin region from the 5th to the morning of the 6th, and even though the peak has passed, there are still many places covered in snow. There have been a number of people who have fallen and been injured while walking, as well as car skid accidents, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about falls and the impact on traffic caused by snow and icy roads.

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Ishikawa Nanao Ipponsugi Street to hold event “as a stepping stone to recovery”

2024-02-06 12:04:00
An event will be held on Ipponsugi Street in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, on the 11th of this month, in which members of the local promotion association will bring products to sell and use them as a stepping stone to recovery. became.

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Five people arrested for stealing "Flat 35" loan money by forging company registration certificates

2024-02-06 12:03:00
Five people, including a real estate broker and a member of an organized crime group, are accused of applying for a long-term fixed-rate mortgage loan called ``Flat 35'' by forging corporate employment certificates even though they were actually unemployed, and defrauding them of approximately 28 million yen in loan funds. I was arrested.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Road (February 6th)

2024-02-06 11:55:00
This is the impact of earthquakes and snow on transportation systems and roads.

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[Ishikawa water supply/bathing support information] Implemented in Wajima, Suzu, etc.

2024-02-06 11:50:00
Information on water supply and bathing support scheduled for the 6th in Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Last year's household budget survey: consumption per household was 293,997 yen, lower than the previous year for the first time in three years

2024-02-06 11:18:00
According to the household budget survey for last year released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the amount spent on consumption by households of two or more people decreased by 2.6% from the previous year in real terms, excluding price changes. This is the first time in three years that the year-on-year rate has fallen below the previous year's level, reflecting a move to cut down on food and education expenses due to rising prices.

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[Ishikawa water supply/bathing support information] Implemented in 9 municipalities including Wajima and Suzu

2024-02-06 11:16:00
Information on water supply and bathing support scheduled for the 6th in Ishikawa Prefecture.

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Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications calls for securing fire brigade members for “important role in Noto Peninsula earthquake”

2024-02-06 11:15:00
While the number of fire brigade members is decreasing across the country, Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto has called on local governments across the country to secure fire brigade members and improve local disaster prevention, as they played an important role in guiding evacuations and providing rescue during the Noto Peninsula earthquake. I did.

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Approximately 3,080 households in Kanagawa, Saitama, Yamanashi, and Nagano have power outages (as of 10 a.m. on the 6th)

2024-02-06 11:11:00
According to TEPCO Power Grid and Chubu Electric Power Grid, as of 10 a.m. on the 6th, approximately 3,080 homes in the Kanto-Koshin region are without power in four prefectures: Kanagawa, Saitama, Yamanashi, and Nagano.

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Traffic impact from snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, etc. closed, JR operations suspended

2024-02-06 11:07:00
The snow is affecting roads and traffic in Kanto-Koshin and other areas.

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Last year's household budget survey: consumption per household was 293,997 yen, lower than the previous year for the first time in three years

2024-02-06 09:12:00
According to the household budget survey for last year released by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the amount spent on consumption by households of two or more people decreased by 2.6% from the previous year in real terms, excluding price changes. This was the first time in three years that the amount was lower than the previous year, and the average monthly consumption amount per household was 293,997 yen. On the other hand, the amount spent on consumption by households with two or more people in December last year was also made public, and it was 329,518 yen per household, which was 2.5% lower than the same month last year in real terms, excluding price changes. Ta.

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Approximately 3,100 homes in Kanagawa, Yamanashi, Tokyo, and Saitama have power outages (as of 8:30 on the 6th)

2024-02-06 08:47:00
According to TEPCO Power Grid, as of 8:30 a.m. on the 6th, approximately 3,130 homes in Tokyo and three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area were without power. The breakdown is approximately 1,660 units in Kanagawa, approximately 980 units in Yamanashi, approximately 360 units in Saitama, and approximately 120 units in Tokyo.

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Kanto-Koshin Snow falls even in flat areas. Snow peak has passed, so be careful of traffic effects.

2024-02-06 08:40:00
As a low-pressure system moved along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow fell over a wide area in the Kanto-Koshin region, with snow falling even in flat areas. Although the peak of snow has passed, the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic.

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Last year's real wages decreased by 2.5% compared to the previous year, and salary increases did not catch up with price increases

2024-02-06 08:39:00
The real wage per worker last year decreased by 2.5% compared to the previous year. Although total cash wages increased, they were unable to keep up with the rise in prices, and real wages were negative for the second consecutive year.

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Traffic impact from snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, etc. closed, JR operations suspended

2024-02-06 07:42:00
The snow has affected roads and traffic in Kanto-Koshin and other areas.

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[Ishikawa Traffic Impact] Railway, Air, Bus, Road (February 6th)

2024-02-06 07:38:00
This is the impact of earthquakes and snow on transportation systems and roads.

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One year after the Turkey-Syria earthquake, many people are living in temporary containers

2024-02-06 07:34:00
June 6 marks one year since the Turkey-Syria earthquake that killed more than 59,000 people. While the handover of public housing has begun in some of Turkey's disaster-stricken areas, many people are still forced to live in temporary housing in containers, and there are many challenges facing reconstruction, such as a population outflow. .

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[Weather Forecaster Commentary] Even though the peak of snow has passed, be careful of the impact on traffic.

2024-02-06 07:17:00
As a low-pressure system moved along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow fell over a wide area in the Kanto-Koshin region, with snow falling even in flat areas. Although the peak of snow has passed, the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic. (Broadcast on Good Morning Japan on the 6th) [Video: 2 minutes 2 seconds] *Cannot be viewed on data broadcast.

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JR Chuo Main Line operations suspended between Takao Station and Fujimi Station to resume around noon

2024-02-06 06:39:00
The JR Chuo Main Line has suspended service between Takao Station and Fujimi Station in Nagano Prefecture on the 5th due to a series of fallen trees, but according to JR East, service is scheduled to resume around noon on the 6th. .

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Kanto-Koshin Snow falls even in flat areas. Snow peak has passed, so be careful of traffic effects.

2024-02-06 06:34:00
As a low-pressure system moved along the southern coast of Honshu, heavy snow fell over a wide area in the Kanto-Koshin region, with snow falling even in flat areas. Although the peak of snow has passed, the Japan Meteorological Agency is urging people to be careful about the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic.

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New test using AI for influenza

2024-02-06 05:14:00
It is said that the influenza season usually reaches its peak around this time in early February. The most common method for testing is to collect nasal mucosa samples, but methods that use AI (artificial intelligence) are now becoming more popular.

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[Ishikawa water supply support information] Implemented in 9 municipalities including Wajima and Suzu

2024-02-06 05:08:00
Information on water supply support scheduled for the 6th.

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Approximately 3,100 homes in Kanagawa, Yamanashi, Tokyo, and Saitama have power outages (as of 6:30 on the 6th)

2024-02-06 03:34:00
According to TEPCO Power Grid, as of 6:30 a.m. on the 6th, approximately 3,170 homes in Tokyo and three prefectures in the Tokyo metropolitan area were without power. The breakdown is approximately 1,660 units in Kanagawa, 1,310 units in Yamanashi, 120 units in Tokyo, and 80 units in Saitama.

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Traffic impact from heavy snow: Shutto Expressway, Tomei Expressway, etc. closed, JR operations suspended

2024-02-06 01:41:00
Heavy snow has affected roads and traffic in Kanto-Koshin and other areas.

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JR Chuo Main Line: Several limited express trains are stuck; measures such as asking people to stay in the train

2024-02-06 00:49:00
According to JR East, trains on the Chuo Main Line have been suspended for the entire day between Takao Station and Kobuchizawa Station due to a series of fallen trees since the afternoon of the 5th. Limited express trains ``Kaiji'' and ``Azusa'' have been stopping at stations in Nagano and Yamanashi prefectures for several hours, and JR East has decided to take measures such as letting people stay in the trains.

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Heavy snow warning lifted for Tokyo's 23 wards and Tama

2024-02-06 00:41:00
The heavy snow warning that had been issued for Tokyo's 23 wards and Tama was lifted at 12:23 a.m.

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