Main news(2023/12/02)
What is the message that Jun Ota left behind? [Economic Column]
2023-12-02 23:05:00
Jun Ota, former president of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, passed away from pancreatic cancer on November 25th. He was 65 years old. He has a large physique of over 180 cm, which he trained by playing basketball and American football during his school days, and a deep, slightly hoarse voice. Despite his impressive appearance, he was the kind of person who, through his jokes, created an atmosphere in which we felt comfortable asking questions. While he vividly talks about his vision for the future of banks, he also worries about modern Japanese society, where chains of poverty and inequality are rampant. That image still leaves an impression on me. (Koki Nishizono, Economic Affairs Department)
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COP28 “More than 110 countries agree to triple renewable energy power generation capacity”
2023-12-02 22:20:00
At COP28, a United Nations conference to discuss climate change countermeasures, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on the 2nd that it would triple the global renewable energy generation capacity and double energy efficiency by 2030. More than 110 countries have announced that they have agreed on a goal to
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Prime Minister Kishida meets with King of Jordan to offer approximately $100 million in financial support
2023-12-02 21:41:00
During his visit to the United Arab Emirates, Prime Minister Kishida met with King Abdullah of Jordan and announced plans to provide approximately $100 million in financial aid to Jordan, which has been affected by the conflict between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas. I told them that I would be making preparations.
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Liberal Democratic Party faction political funding issue: Prime Minister ``Very regrettable, the party will consider responding''
2023-12-02 21:13:00
Regarding the issue surrounding political funding parties organized by factions of the Liberal Democratic Party, Prime Minister Kishida stated that it is extremely regrettable that the situation has caused suspicion among the public, and that the party intends to consider future responses. I showed it.
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Chinese children's respiratory diseases: Health officials say ``obviously increasing in some areas''
2023-12-02 21:00:00
Regarding the increasing number of respiratory disease patients in China, mainly among children, health authorities have stated that the number of infected people is clearly increasing in some areas, indicating that the epidemic is still continuing. I showed it. However, he reiterated that "no new viruses or bacteria have been found," and called for continued thorough infection control measures.
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Disturbance on the Tokaido Shinkansen Hikari train Emergency stop button pressed at Hamamatsu Station
2023-12-02 20:12:00
According to JR Tokai, a nuisance occurred on the Tokaido Shinkansen train bound for Tokyo just after 7 p.m. on the 2nd, on the Hikari train No. 518, and the emergency stop button was pressed at Hamamatsu Station in Shizuoka Prefecture. . As of 8 p.m., the train is still stopped at Hamamatsu Station, causing delays on the up and down lines between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka. There is also information that some kind of spray may have been sprayed inside the vehicle. According to the JR Tokai website, Hikari 518 has been suspended between Hamamatsu and Tokyo.
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Israeli military “More than 400 targeted attacks in just over a day after resuming military operations”
2023-12-02 20:01:00
The Israeli military has resumed military operations against the Islamic group Hamas in the Palestinian Gaza Strip, announcing that it has attacked more than 400 targets in just over a day. Violent attacks are also taking place in the south, where many residents have fled, and health authorities in the Gaza Strip say 200 people have been killed and more than 580 injured across the Strip since fighting resumed.
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COP28 summit meeting focuses on whether stronger measures can be taken to reduce greenhouse gases
2023-12-02 19:55:00
The second day of COP28, a United Nations conference to discuss climate change countermeasures, began on the 2nd. The focus is on whether the leaders of each country can come up with concrete measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through discussions.
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Prime Minister Kishida meets with EU Commission President to work closely together in the increasingly tense international situation
2023-12-02 19:02:00
Prime Minister Kishida, who is visiting the UAE in the Middle East, met with European Union President von der Leyen, exchanged a wide range of opinions on the increasingly tense international situation, including the Israeli-Palestinian situation, and continued to work closely together. We agreed to go.
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More than 10 million kickbacks for Abe-aligned members, political funding party
2023-12-02 18:50:00
Regarding the issue surrounding the political funding party of a faction in the Liberal Democratic Party, several members of the Seiwa Policy Research Group, the largest faction of the Abe faction, are suspected of receiving kickbacks exceeding 10 million yen, according to officials. I learned something new through this interview. It is suspected that the political organization of the member of parliament did not record the kickbacked funds as income, and the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Special Investigation Department is believed to be investigating the flow of funds.
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Approximately 40 Akita dogs take a walk in Shibuya to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of loyal dog Hachiko
2023-12-02 18:24:00
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of the faithful dog Hachiko, approximately 40 Akita dogs from all over the country were taking a walk in Shibuya, Tokyo, looking adorable.
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Yoshitomo Tsutsugo holds commemorative ceremony for completion of baseball stadium in his hometown, which he spent his own money on Wakayama
2023-12-02 18:14:00
At the end of this season, the stadium that Yoshitomo Tsutsugo, who played for the Major League Giants, spent his own money to build in his hometown of Wakayama Prefecture, was completed, and a commemorative ceremony was held on the 2nd with Yoshitomo Tsutsugo in attendance. It was done.
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Number of Russian soldiers to increase by 170,000, likely to increase military strength with an eye on long-term warfare
2023-12-02 17:47:00
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed an executive order increasing the number of Russian soldiers by 170,000, bringing the number to 1.32 million. As they intensify their offensive in areas such as the eastern Donetsk region, it appears that they are aiming to increase their military strength with an eye toward a long-term war.
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General meeting of the Sakhalin Japanese Association worries about worsening Japan-Russia relations
2023-12-02 17:11:00
A general meeting of the ``Sakhalin Japanese Association'' was held, which was made up of Japanese people who were unable to return home from Sakhalin, which was ruled by Japan before the war, and remained in Sakhalin.The situation worsened after Russia's military invasion of Ukraine. Concerns about Japan-Russia relations were voiced.
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Tokyo Verdy to return to J1 for the first time in 16 years Soccer J1 promotion playoffs
2023-12-02 16:07:00
The playoff final for promotion to J1 was held at the National Stadium, and Tokyo Verdy drew 1-1 with Shimizu S-Pulse, clinching their return to J1 for the first time in 16 years. In the event of a tie in the playoffs, the team with a higher league position would be declared the winner.
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Approximately 200 letters written by Junichiro Tanizaki, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, and others to proofreaders have been discovered.
2023-12-02 15:01:00
It has been discovered that there are approximately 200 letters written by great writers from the Taisho to Showa periods, such as Junichiro Tanizaki and Ryunosuke Akutagawa, to publishers at the time. An expert who conducted the research said, ``It is rare to find a collection of unpublished letters by famous writers.This material provides information about the writers' relationships and publishing circumstances.''
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North Korea to hold general meeting of the Party Central Committee later this month, with focus on military matters, etc.
2023-12-02 12:51:00
North Korea has officially announced that it will hold a general meeting of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea later this month to decide important policies. North Korea announced for the first time that it had successfully launched a military reconnaissance satellite last month, and has announced that it will decide on next year's launch plan at this general meeting, with the focus being on the military field and foreign relations.
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South Korean Ministry of Defense “Successfully launched first military reconnaissance satellite” to monitor North Korea
2023-12-02 12:50:00
South Korea's Ministry of Defense announced that it has successfully launched its first military reconnaissance satellite. It will improve its ability to detect signs of North Korea's ballistic missile launches and destroy them with a pre-emptive strike.
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11 years after the Sasago tunnel accident that left 9 people dead, memorial service held near the site
2023-12-02 12:22:00
On the 2nd of 11 years since the ceiling panel collapsed in the Sasago Tunnel on the Chuo Expressway in Yamanashi Prefecture, killing nine people, a memorial service was held near the site.
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Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons concludes with adoption of Political Declaration for a World Free of Nuclear Weapons
2023-12-02 12:05:00
After five days, the second Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons held in New York concluded with the adoption of a political declaration pledging to continue working toward a world free of nuclear weapons despite the growing nuclear risks. .
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Let's spread Kagawa's "New Year's Udon" nationwide! Compare udon tastes from all over the country
2023-12-02 11:58:00
In order to spread the custom of eating udon on New Year's Day in Takamatsu City, ``New Year's Udon,'' an event was held to bring together udon noodles from all over the country and compare them.
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18-year-old female body abandonment case: She died on the day she left her home on June 7th.
2023-12-02 11:40:00
The body of an 18-year-old woman living in Tokyo was found in Yamanashi Prefecture, and the woman's boyfriend was arrested on suspicion of abandoning the body. Based on statements from the suspect who was arrested with her boyfriend, it was determined that the woman had left her home. Interviews with investigators revealed that it is suspected that he died on the day he was released. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details.
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Two US military Ospreys arrive at Amami Airport to search for crashed plane
2023-12-02 10:56:00
Two U.S. military Ospreys landed at Amami Airport at around 8:50 a.m. on the 2nd due to an accident in which a U.S. military Osprey transport plane crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture. According to Kagoshima Prefecture, they have been informed that a Marine Corps aircraft belonging to the Futenma base in Okinawa Prefecture will be flying to carry out search and rescue operations on the 2nd and 3rd, and is expected to head to Yakushima after this. You can In response to this accident, Kagoshima Prefecture has requested the Kyushu Defense Bureau to request the United States to suspend Osprey flights until the cause is investigated and measures are taken to prevent a recurrence, and Okinawa Prefecture has also requested the Okinawa Defense Bureau The company requested that aircraft other than the Osprey be used for search and rescue operations and cease flying.
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U.S. EV tax benefits Chinese-related companies excluded from use of storage batteries in production
2023-12-02 10:41:00
The Biden administration in the United States has announced that from next year onwards, the system that allows purchasers of electric vehicles (EVs) to receive large tax breaks will no longer be eligible for preferential treatment if their storage battery components are produced by Chinese related companies. We have set new guidelines for
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"Low latitude aurora" observed in various parts of Hokkaido, night sky dyed pale red
2023-12-02 10:31:00
A ``low-latitude aurora'' that occurs at low latitudes was observed in Nayoro City in northern Hokkaido on the night of the 1st, and a local observatory photographed the night sky turning faintly red with the light of the aurora. In addition, on the night of the 1st, information and videos of low-latitude aurora sightings in various parts of Hokkaido were posted on social media one after another.
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When I looked into it...
2023-12-02 09:54:00
``Are year-end parties part of my job?'' ``Do I get paid for overtime?'' These days, some bosses seem confused by questions from younger employees. Year-end parties may be an important occasion for "drinking nication" for veteran managers. However, from a subordinate's point of view, if he was forced to attend a year-end party that he didn't want to attend, would that be considered ``business''?I tried to find out the truth. (Reporter Soraya Sugimoto, Network News Department) *The content of this article will be broadcast on News 7 on December 2nd.
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Prime Minister Kishida and Egyptian President meet and discuss approximately $200 million in financial support
2023-12-02 08:09:00
Prime Minister Kishida, who is visiting the Middle East, met with Egyptian President Sisi and conveyed his intention to consider providing up to approximately $230 million in financial aid to Egypt, which has been affected by the conflict between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas. Ta.
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Air Force Osprey grounded in Japan, Marines continue, U.S. Department of Defense
2023-12-02 08:04:00
Following an accident in which a US Air Force Osprey transport plane crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture, the US Department of Defense announced that it has suspended Osprey flights operated by the Air Force in Japan. Meanwhile, Osprey flights by Marines and others will continue.
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Tsugaru Railway “Stove train” begins operation to signal the arrival of winter
2023-12-02 07:29:00
The ``Stove Train'' has begun operating on the Tsugaru Railway, which connects Goshogawara City and Nakadomari Town in Aomori Prefecture, heralding the arrival of winter.
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NY Dow recovers to $36,000 for the first time in about 1 year and 11 months after receiving a lecture from the Federal Reserve Chairman
2023-12-02 07:10:00
In the New York stock market on the 1st, following a speech by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, there was a growing view that interest rate hikes were over, and expectations for the future of the economy led to an increase in buying orders, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping to about It has recovered to $36,000 for the first time in 1 year and 11 months.
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[Updated from time to time] “More than 170 dead after fighting resumes” Health authorities in Gaza Strip
2023-12-02 06:46:00
The cessation of fighting in the Gaza Strip that began on November 24th between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas ended after seven days, and the Israeli army resumed military operations on the 1st. Health authorities in the Gaza Strip say more than 170 people have been killed since fighting resumed due to airstrikes in various areas, and there are concerns that the number of casualties will rise further.
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COP28 Leaders’ Meeting Developing countries’ leaders “significantly reduce fossil fuels”
2023-12-02 06:21:00
COP28, a United Nations conference to discuss climate change countermeasures, is being held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the 1st, and leaders of developing countries suffering from climate change spoke about expanding renewable energy. There have been calls for drastic reductions in fossil fuel consumption. On the other hand, there are differences of opinion among countries regarding the reduction of fossil fuels, and this will be a point of contention in future negotiations.
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Nikai faction also does not record party income, suspected of kickbacks to legislators
2023-12-02 06:19:00
Regarding the issue surrounding political funding parties of factions in the Liberal Democratic Party, not only the largest faction, the Abe faction, but also the Nikai faction, ``Shijikai'', have reported on their faction's income and expenditure report that the amount that their members have collected in excess of their party ticket sales quota. Through interviews with related parties, we have newly learned that there is a suspicion that the company did not record the income as income. The amount exceeding the quota was kicked back to the members of the Diet, and the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's Special Investigation Department is believed to be investigating the flow of funds.
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G7 “Hiroshima AI Process” Agree on basic policy common to each country
2023-12-02 05:50:00
The G7 = seven major countries agreed on basic policies common to each country in the "Hiroshima AI Process", which aims to create common rules for the use and regulation of generative AI. We require developers and the companies that use them to ensure safety.
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Three days after Osprey crash, search continues for seven missing crew members and aircraft
2023-12-02 05:40:00
Two days later, three days have passed since the accident in which a US military transport plane, Osprey, crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture, and the 10th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters continues to confirm reactions that may be part of the aircraft on Yakushima. Searches are being conducted mainly off the coast of the airport, looking for clues about the seven missing crew members.
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Aomori worker dies after tire falls off from moving large truck
2023-12-02 05:39:00
On the 1st, on the Hachinohe Expressway in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, a tire came off a large truck that was driving and hit a man who was working on the side of the road. The man was pronounced dead at the hospital, and police are currently investigating the details of the accident.
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