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Attorney who tried to record in court leaves court in handcuffs Orders fine of 30,000 yen Osaka District Court

2023-05-31 21:57:00
The defendant's lawyer, who tried to record the criminal trial held at the Osaka District Court on May 30 with an IC recorder, was handcuffed and forced to leave the court, disobeying the judge's order to leave. In addition, the lawyer said that he was dissatisfied and appealed to the Osaka High Court because he was ordered to pay a fine of 30,000 yen in a procedure called "sanctions trial" for disturbing the order in the court.

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Three pilots who helped Carlos Ghosn escape were acquitted

2023-05-31 21:43:00
Three former airline executives and pilots who were sentenced to prison in a Turkish court for helping former Nissan Motor Co. chairman Carlos Ghosn escape to Lebanon in the Middle East have been acquitted in a remanded trial. I found out through an interview with a lawyer that I had been told.

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Former talent belonging to Johnny's "Dozens of other people are also damaged, prevent recurrence"

2023-05-31 20:50:00
A former talent who was sexually assaulted by Johnny Kitagawa, the former president of Johnny's Office, attended a meeting of the Constitutional Democratic Party and said, "I heard about the damage from more than a dozen other people." I appealed that I want you to work on it.

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In preparation for the approach of Typhoon No. 2, information on evacuation of the elderly, etc. throughout Okinawa Miyakojima

2023-05-31 20:39:00
In preparation for the approach of Typhoon No. 2, Miyakojima City, Okinawa Prefecture issued information on "evacuation of the elderly, etc." to 55,511 people in 29,803 households throughout Miyakojima City at 6:55 pm. The information corresponds to alert level 3, calling on the elderly and people with disabilities to start evacuating.

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A woman who died after being wrapped in a cloth contacted a man who lived with her to say "I'm going home" on SNS

2023-05-31 20:38:00
On the 29th, a 29-year-old woman was found dead in a multi-tenant building in Kumamoto City with her whole body wrapped in cloth. I found out that I sent a message saying "I'm going home" on SNS. Police are investigating whether he was attacked by someone on his way home after this.

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Amendments to the My Number Act, etc. Approved by a special committee of the House of Councilors to be enacted on June 2

2023-05-31 20:10:00
A special committee of the House of Councilors voted on a bill to unify the My Number card and health insurance card, and to expand the scope of use of the My Number, and was approved by a large majority. It is expected to be passed and enacted at the plenary session of the House of Councilors to be held on June 2.

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'Increased control of the war situation from Russia to Ukraine' UK Ministry of Defense

2023-05-31 19:21:00
Regarding the war situation in Ukraine, the Ukrainian army has also indicated that it is ready to launch a full-scale reversal offensive, and the British Ministry of Defense points out that the initiative in the war situation is shifting from Russia to Ukraine.

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Junior high school teacher charged with murder, etc. Edogawa Ward, Tokyo

2023-05-31 19:00:00
In February this year, a 36-year-old teacher working at a nearby junior high school was indicted for murder and other crimes for breaking into a house in Edogawa-ku, Tokyo and killing a resident male with a knife.

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Yen exchange rate rises to the latter half of 139 yen due to concerns about the future of the Chinese economy

2023-05-31 18:59:00
In the Tokyo foreign exchange market on the 31st, there was a move to sell the dollar and buy the yen due to concerns about the future of the Chinese economy, and the yen exchange rate rose.

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Linear Chuo Shinkansen “Start construction of Shizuoka construction area” resolution by prefectures along the line

2023-05-31 18:46:00
For the early development of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, a general meeting of the "Construction Promotion Establishment Association" formed by prefectures along the line was held. We adopted a resolution calling for the early start of construction while minimizing the impact.

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Komei Osaka 16 wards to replace the north side deputy representative and field another candidate

2023-05-31 18:37:00
The Komeito decided candidates for seven single-seat constituencies, including Osaka and Hyogo, for the next House of Representatives election. became.

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[Details] Legislation passed and enacted to substantially extend the period of operation of nuclear power plants

2023-05-31 18:29:00
A law was passed at the plenary session of the House of Councillors on the 31st to enable the operation of nuclear power plants substantially beyond the upper limit of the operating period in order to maximize the use of nuclear power generation toward the realization of a decarbonized society. .

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Self-Defense Forces and Japan Coast Guard Emergency ``Control Procedures'' Tour First Desktop Exercise

2023-05-31 18:07:00
The Self-Defense Forces and the Japan Coast Guard revealed that they jointly conducted a tabletop exercise in order to confirm the procedure of "control procedures" that allows the Japan Coast Guard to be placed under the command of the Minister of Defense in the event of an emergency. Did. This is the first time that joint training has been conducted since the establishment of the control guidelines.

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Ground Self-Defense Force helicopter accident 4 unknown people judged to be dead Possibility of survival is low

2023-05-31 17:32:00
Four members of the Ground Self-Defense Force, whose whereabouts are still unknown, were killed in a helicopter accident off the coast of Miyako Island in Okinawa Prefecture in April, the Ground Self-Defense Force said on the 31st. ,Announced.

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Prime Minister Kishida instructs to secure a budget in the mid-3 trillion yen range for measures against the declining birthrate

2023-05-31 17:03:00
Prime Minister Kishida instructed relevant ministers to secure an annual budget in the mid-3 trillion yen range in order to promote intensive efforts over the next three years to combat the declining birthrate. Together with financial resources, we plan to proceed with specific considerations during the process of formulating the next fiscal year's budget proposal by the end of the year.

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Keidanren Chairman Tokura ``Momentum of wage increases to continue next year and beyond, creating a virtuous cycle''

2023-05-31 16:58:00
Keidanren held its regular general meeting on the 31st, marking the start of its third year under Chairman Tokura. Chairman Tokura indicated that he would like to continue the momentum of wage increases, which has reached the highest level in 31 years, next year and beyond to create a virtuous cycle of the economy.

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Kagoshima Aira girl dies after eating an apple at nursery school

2023-05-31 16:54:00
In April, a 7-month-old girl who was unconscious and in critical condition died after eating a grated apple at a nursery school in Aira, Kagoshima Prefecture. The city has decided to verify the response of the nursery school, and the police are also investigating the situation at that time by listening to stories from the people concerned.

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Former president of "Kappa Sushi" management company convicted "greedy motive"

2023-05-31 16:52:00
The former president of Kappa Create, which operates the conveyor belt sushi chain Kappa Sushi, was accused of illegally taking out data that was a trade secret of a rival chain he used to work for, and the Tokyo District Court ruled. He pointed out that ``there is nothing to be forgiven for the selfish motive of wanting to gain status and reputation at a new job,'' and handed down a guilty verdict with a suspended sentence.

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Typhoon No. 2 will approach the Okinawa region from tomorrow to the day after tomorrow, caution against storms

2023-05-31 16:47:00
A large and strong Typhoon No. 2 is moving northward south of Okinawa, and is devastating the Sakishima Islands. The typhoon is expected to approach the Okinawa region with strong force from the 1st to the 2nd. Since the typhoon will continue for a long time, it is necessary to be vigilant against strong winds, high waves, and heavy rain.

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Car crashes into elementary school fence No injuries to elementary school students Osaka Kashiwara

2023-05-31 16:06:00
A car pursued by a police car crashed into the fence of an elementary school in Kashiwara City, Osaka. The driver of the car fled onto the elementary school grounds and was arrested on the spot by the police. Elementary school students were not injured.

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Prime Minister Kishida instructs Secretary-General Motegi to enact important bills during session

2023-05-31 16:01:00
With three weeks before the end of the Diet session, Prime Minister Kishida instructed Liberal Democratic Party Secretary-General Motegi to enact important bills during the session, including a bill to secure financial resources to increase defense spending.

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Ikuzo Yoshi Rice planting of “Ikusanmai” Nishimeya Village, Aomori, wishing for a good harvest

2023-05-31 15:57:00
Ikuzo Yoshi, a singer from Aomori Prefecture, planted rice named after him in Nishimeya Village, where he serves as a "goodwill ambassador for his hometown."

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Kirimayama press conference on promotion to Ozeki

2023-05-31 15:50:00
Kirimayama, who has been promoted to ozeki in sumo wrestling, and his master Mutsu Oyakata held a press conference on the 31st. At the conference, it was revealed that he would change his name to "Kirishima", the same as his master Mutsu Oyakata. This is the main question and answer.

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Nursery school in Koganei, Tokyo 70% of nursery teachers retire More than 30 children move to another kindergarten

2023-05-31 15:41:00
Regarding the licensed nursery school in Koganei City, Tokyo, which was temporarily closed because 70% of the nursery teachers did not go to work, Koganei City announced that 70% of the nursery teachers had retired by the 31st, and from June 1st, more than 30 children announced that it will be transferred to a nearby nursery school.

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Operation resumed on the Tokyu Toyoko Line, etc. Suspended for about 6 hours in some sections

2023-05-31 15:17:00
Around 8:30 am on the 31st, smoke was found on the railroad tracks near Hiyoshi Station in Yokohama City, and three lines such as the Tokyu Toyoko Line and Tokyu Meguro Line were suspended for about 6 hours in some sections. The driving meeting continued. Operation resumed after 2:30 pm, and Tokyu Corporation is investigating the cause in detail.

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Second-hand smoke About 73% of people feel uncomfortable on the street "World No Tobacco Day"

2023-05-31 15:11:00
May 31st is World No Tobacco Day, declared by the World Health Organization (WHO). The Health Promotion Law requires consideration to prevent unwanted second-hand smoke from occurring, but according to a survey by the National Cancer Center, about 73% of people who felt uncomfortable with second-hand smoke felt uncomfortable on the street. He answered that he did, and said that outdoor measures have become an issue.

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Bank of Japan Governor Ueda “It is important to carefully analyze and identify the underlying trend of prices”

2023-05-31 15:10:00
At a conference attended by economists from Japan and overseas, Governor Ueda of the Bank of Japan said that it is difficult to grasp the impact of various factors on prices in real time. He showed the recognition that it is important to ascertain the tone of

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Special audit in safety measures survey Ehime Niihama

2023-05-31 14:57:00
This month, at a nursery school in Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture, an 8-month-old boy choked on an apple that was served at school lunch and became unconscious in a serious condition. A special audit was conducted to find out whether appropriate safety measures had been taken.

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Three people re-arrested on suspicion of involvement in another special fraud.

2023-05-31 14:56:00
Suspected of giving instructions in a series of wide-area robberies, three of the four executives of a group based in the Philippines were arrested and indicted for involvement in a special fraud case. He was re-arrested on suspicion of being involved in the incident. In addition to changing bases locally every few months, there is a suspicion that they also set up bases in Japan, and we are working to clarify the actual situation.

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Stock price temporarily drops by more than 500 yen Selling orders spread further in the afternoon

2023-05-31 14:17:00
31日の東京株式市場、午後に入って売り注文がさらに広がり、日経平均株価は、一時500円以上、値下がりしています。日経平均株価は30日バブル期以来の高値を更新しましたが、きょうの取り引きでは、当面の利益を確保するための売り注文が広がっていることに加えて、外国為替市場でいくぶん円高が進んだことで輸出関連の銘柄を売る動きも目立っています。

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Teacher recruitment exam next year to be moved forward with June 16 as a guide Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

2023-05-31 13:43:00
With the ratio of teacher recruitment exams declining, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has asked prefectures to consider moving the primary exam, which is held every summer, forward to June 16 next year. According to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, the hiring ratio of teachers at public elementary, junior high and high schools was 3.7 times last year, the lowest ever.

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“Strengthening the ability to deal with the spread of “false information”” Proposal by the Liberal Democratic Party Promotion Headquarters

2023-05-31 13:42:00
To strengthen economic security, the Liberal Democratic Party's Promotion Headquarters handed over to Prime Minister Kishida a proposal to strengthen coping capabilities in order to prevent public opinion from being manipulated by the spread of "false information" on SNS. rice field.

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“AI risk mitigation is a global priority” statement signed by more than 350 authorities

2023-05-31 13:40:00
In addition to "ChatGPT", while the use of generative AI is expanding, such as the ability to create original images simply by giving instructions in sentences, more than 350 AI authorities have said that mitigating the risk of AI is such as nuclear war. I signed a statement calling it a global priority as well. He warned that the AI ​​technology he developed could pose a life-and-death crisis to mankind.

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Highway toll period to be extended up to 2115

2023-05-31 13:39:00
Until now, expressways were planned to be tolled until 2065 and then toll free, but a revised law was passed and enacted at the plenary session of the House of Councillors, including an extension of that period up to 2115. It will be more difficult to make it free.

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North Korea “Military reconnaissance satellite launch failure Prompt second launch”

2023-05-31 13:37:00
North Korea said it had failed to launch a military spy satellite through the state-run Korean Central News Agency. After investigating the cause, we will promptly launch the second time. The contents of the announcement are as follows. (Full text below) The National Space Development Administration of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea launched a military reconnaissance satellite scheduled at 6:27 on May 31, 2023 at the Sohae satellite launch site in Cheolsan County, North Pyongan Province. ``Malrigyong No. 1'' was launched on a new satellite carrier rocket ``Chollima 1''. During a normal flight, the new satellite carrier rocket "Chorlima 1" lost thrust due to a malfunction in the start of the second stage engine after the separation of the first stage, and crashed into the West Sea of ​​Korea (Yellow Sea). A spokesman for the National Space Development Agency said that the cause of the accident was the unstable characteristics of the fuel used, as well as the reliability and stability of the new engine system installed in the satellite carrier ``Chorlima-1''. Assuming that there is, the relevant scientists, engineers and experts will start to clarify the specific cause. The National Space Development Agency will specifically investigate and elucidate the serious flaws that have appeared in the launch of the satellite, and will quickly formulate scientific and technological measures to overcome them. It was announced that the second launch will be carried out within a prompt period.

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Unapproved drug manufactured without license for dogs

2023-05-31 12:34:00
Three pet shop owners in Ginza, Tokyo, were sent documents on suspicion of violating the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act, saying they sold unapproved drugs claiming to be effective for cancer and dementia. It is said that the owners sold drugs manufactured without permission for dogs, claiming that they were also effective for humans without confirming their safety.

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4 people killed in Nagano "Explosion of resentment sounds like they were alone"

2023-05-31 12:29:00
In a case in which four people were killed in Nakano City, Nagano Prefecture, the suspect said, ``I've been thinking about attacking the female victim for some time. I learned from interviews with investigators that he said, "I did."

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Smoke again at Hiyoshi Station Partial operation suspension in Kanagawa such as Toyoko Line Meguro Line

2023-05-31 12:13:00
At around 8:30 am on the 31st, three lines, including the Tokyu Toyoko Line and the Tokyu Meguro Line, were suspended due to the fact that smoke was found on the tracks near Hiyoshi Station in Yokohama City. After 11:00 am, all lines resumed operation, but according to Tokyu Corporation, immediately after the restart, smoke was confirmed again at Hiyoshi Station, and all three lines were operated in some sections in Kanagawa Prefecture. I am on hold.

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A dead woman wrapped in a cloth Cause of death is suffocation Investigation on suspicion of murder Kumamoto

2023-05-31 12:09:00
On the 29th, a 29-year-old woman was found dead in a multi-tenant building in the center of Kumamoto City with her whole body wrapped in a cloth, and the cause of death was found to be suffocation. Police are investigating suspicion of murder and abandonment.

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Egg wholesale price highest for 4 consecutive months Average price 350 yen, 59.8% up from the previous year

2023-05-31 12:02:00
Wholesale egg prices in May hit a record high for four consecutive months due to soaring feed prices and a decline in egg shipments due to the impact of avian influenza.

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Chinese fighter jets attack U.S. reconnaissance aircraft over South China Sea

2023-05-31 12:00:00
The U.S. military announced that a military reconnaissance aircraft that was flying over the South China Sea "performed an unnecessary offensive flight," such as a Chinese fighter plane crossing in front of it, making it dangerous for China. I asked him to refrain from action.

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“Part of North Korea's 'space projectile' found and withdrawing” South Korean military

2023-05-31 11:17:00
韓国軍の合同参謀本部は、朝鮮半島西側の黄海にあるオチョン(於青)島のおよそ200キロ西側の海上で、31日午前8時5分ごろ、北朝鮮が主張する「宇宙発射体」の一部と推定されるものを見つけ、引き上げを行っていると発表しました。

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Shohei Ohtani wins with No. 13 solo home run against White Sox

2023-05-31 10:21:00
On the 30th, Major League Baseball Angels Shohei Otani started as No. 3 and designated hitter against the White Sox on the 30th. I hit a home run and won.

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Sumo wrestling Kirimayama Ozeki promotion officially decided "Do not stain Ozeki's name"

2023-05-31 10:03:00
The Japan Sumo Association held an extraordinary board meeting and formally decided to promote Kirimayama to Ozeki after winning 11 summer tournaments. This is the sixth Mongolian-born wrestler to be promoted to ozeki, following Terunofuji, who was promoted after the summer tournament in 2015. In his speech at the transfer ceremony held on the morning of the 31st, he expressed his determination, saying, "I will honorably accept the offer. I will do my best to practice more than ever so as not to stain the name of Ozeki." In addition, Kirimayama decided to change his name to "Kirishima", the same name as his master Mutsu Oyakata. Master Mutsu made this clear at a press conference after the promotion to Ozeki was decided.

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North Korean state media ``Abnormal occurrence and crash 2nd time as soon as possible''

2023-05-31 09:39:00
North Korea announced through the state-run Korean Central News Agency that it launched a rocket carrying a military reconnaissance satellite at 6:27 am on the 31st from the "Sohae Satellite Launch Site" in the northwest. As a result, the rocket lost propulsion due to an abnormality and crashed into the Yellow Sea on the west side of the Korean Peninsula, and will be launched for the second time as soon as possible.

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Suspension of operation of Tokyu Toyoko Line and Tokyu Meguro Line Confirmation of smoke emission at Hiyoshi Station

2023-05-31 09:13:00
According to Tokyu Corporation, smoke was confirmed at Hiyoshi Station, so all lines of the Tokyu Toyoko Line, Tokyu Meguro Line, and Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line have been suspended from around 8:30 am. Due to this, the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line and the Toei Mita Line, which are connected, have also suspended operation on all lines. It means that there is no prospect of resumption of driving.

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``It seems that objects will not be put into outer space'' government officials

2023-05-31 08:57:00
According to multiple government officials, a possible ballistic missile launched from North Korea disappeared over the Yellow Sea to the west of the Korean Peninsula, and it is believed that no object has been launched into outer space so far. .

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[Updated from time to time] "Missile launch" from North Korea What is the situation in Okinawa Prefecture?

2023-05-31 08:18:00
At 6:30 a.m., the government sent out information to Okinawa Prefecture via J-Alert, a nationwide instantaneous warning system, saying, "It appears that a missile has been launched from North Korea. Please evacuate inside a building or underground." However, at 7:04 a.m., new information was sent out, saying, ``It seems that the missiles mentioned earlier will not come to Japan. We will update you on the movement of Okinawa Prefecture, which has been temporarily evacuated, from time to time.

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North Korea ``Defense capabilities and missile technology appeal domestically and internationally'' expert

2023-05-31 08:13:00
Regarding the launch of what appears to be a ballistic missile from North Korea, Professor Shunji Hiraiwa of Nanzan University, who is familiar with the situation in North Korea, said as follows. "Since a high-ranking official of the Workers' Party of Korea said it would be launched in June, I thought it would not be today, but I think they thought of launching at an early timing that would outwit the alarm of the international community. In fact, North Korea did. The main point is whether or not the reconnaissance satellite was launched as claimed by the Korean side. There are two reasons for this launch: joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea are being held frequently, and Japan is also participating in them. It is necessary to appeal to the nation that it has achieved that goal, and through this launch, we will show the advanced missile technology to the United States, South Korea, and Japan, and send the message that we will not take a step back. Let's go" (The video is 4 minutes 58 seconds. It was broadcast around 7:20 am. You can not see it in the data broadcasting)

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Information that North Korea's missiles disappeared from radar Some fell into the Yellow Sea

2023-05-31 07:57:00
According to multiple sources, there is information that a possible ballistic missile launched from North Korea disappeared from radar during flight. In addition, there is information that some of them fell into the Yellow Sea on the west side of the Korean Peninsula, and it is said that they have not been confirmed to have passed over Japan.

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[Breaking News] J-Alert “Missiles will not come” Evacuation call lifted

2023-05-31 07:14:00
At 7:04 a.m., the government issued a new J-Alert (National Instantaneous Warning System) message, stating, "The missiles mentioned earlier are not expected to reach our country. We will lift the call for evacuation." . At 6:30 a.m., the government issued a J-Alert to Okinawa Prefecture, stating, "It is believed that a missile was launched from North Korea. Please evacuate inside a building or underground." . North Korea has notified Japan that it will launch a "satellite" between the 31st and the 11th of next month, and the Ministry of Defense continues to collect information. We will keep you updated with the latest information.

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North Korea 'satellite' strengthens warning and surveillance from today to launch notification period

2023-05-31 05:34:00
From the 31st, we entered the notification period in which North Korea plans to launch a "satellite". Even if North Korea calls it a "satellite," it is still a launch using ballistic missile technology, and the government is strengthening warning and surveillance, saying that it may pass over Okinawa Prefecture.

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Former Prime Minister Suga visits South Korea today to hold talks with President Yun

2023-05-31 05:09:00
Former Prime Minister Suga of the Liberal Democratic Party, who serves as the chairman of the Japan-Korea Parliamentarians' League, will visit South Korea from the 31st to meet with President Yoon Sung-yeol and others and exchange opinions on the development of bilateral relations.

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Sri Lanka to consult with Japan to revive railway plan abandoned by previous government

2023-05-31 05:07:00
The Sri Lankan government has announced that it will start discussions with the Japanese side on the revival of the railway construction plan, which was unilaterally abandoned by the previous government, although it was scheduled to be constructed with Japanese assistance.

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Kumamoto woman wrapped in a cloth and deceased Is it a conversation with a man on a security camera?

2023-05-31 04:56:00
On the 29th, a 29-year-old woman was found dead in a multi-tenant building in the center of Kumamoto City with her whole body wrapped in cloth. Interviews with investigative officials revealed that they were photographed as if they were having a conversation.

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Typhoon No. 2 approaches Okinawa with strong force Warning of storms, high waves and heavy rain over 3 days

2023-05-31 04:47:00
A large and strong typhoon No. 2 is expected to approach the Okinawa region with strong force from now on. Since the typhoon moves relatively slowly, the impact is expected to continue until around Saturday, March 3, so vigilance is required for strong winds, high waves, and heavy rain.

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Putin 'threatens us' claims Ukraine attack

2023-05-31 04:25:00
While the Russian military has repeatedly attacked Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced on the 30th that an attack by a drone aimed at Moscow, the capital, was launched. Russian President Vladimir Putin said, "Ukraine chose to intimidate us," claiming that it was an attack by Ukraine and suggesting countermeasures.

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