United Auto Workers announces unionization at Volkswagen plant
2024-04-20 21:04:00
The UAW (United Auto Workers Union) has announced that it will form a labor union at the German Volkswagen factory in the United States.
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Women's wheelchair basketball Japan qualified for Paris Paralympics for second consecutive tournament
2024-04-20 21:01:00
In the final qualifying round for women's wheelchair basketball for the Paris Paralympic Games, Japan comfortably defeated Australia 50-26, qualifying for their second consecutive Paralympic Games.
Homemade device explodes during event, injuring 1-year-old girl and man Sanuki Kagawa
2024-04-20 21:01:00
On the afternoon of the 20th, a cylindrical launcher used by a performer exploded during an event in Sanuki City, Kagawa Prefecture, resulting in minor injuries to a 1-year-old girl who was watching and a 49-year-old male performer. Did.
Noto Peninsula Earthquake: Former national soccer team plays charity match
2024-04-20 19:41:00
A charity soccer match was held in Kanazawa City, with former J.League players participating, in an effort to support the recovery and reconstruction of the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake. In addition, local festivals and movements toward the revitalization of livelihoods such as fishing and tourism were seen in various regions.
Russian military attacked with glide bombs, causing damage in eastern Ukraine
2024-04-20 19:18:00
Municipalities in eastern Ukraine, close to the border with Russia and the front lines, have been suffering a series of damages that appear to have been caused by attacks by glide bombs used by the Russian military.
Shogi "Eio Match" Sota Fujii's 8th title win streak ends at 16 in title matches
2024-04-20 18:59:00
The second round of the ``Eio match'', one of the eight major shogi titles, was held in Ishikawa Prefecture, and Sota Fujii (21 years old) lost to the challenger Takumi Ito 7-dan (21). The result was 1 win and 1 loss. Fujii Hakkan's winning streak in title matches came to an end at 16, falling short of his 17th consecutive win, which is the highest in history.
Psychiatric evaluations at the investigative stage are rapidly increasing, and there are concerns that the quality will decline due to a lack of training for expert examiners
2024-04-20 18:44:00
The number of cases in which psychiatric evaluations are conducted during the investigation stage to determine whether a suspect was capable of criminal responsibility at the time of the incident has increased rapidly since the introduction of the lay judge system in 2009, and has more than doubled in the past 15 years. Experts say, ``The training of expert witness doctors has not kept up with the increase in demand, and as a result of the increased opportunities for doctors with little knowledge and experience to become involved, we are now seeing cases of expert witness tests of questionable quality.'' I'm pointing it out.
New group calls on Japanese government to join the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, A-bomb survivor groups and others join
2024-04-20 18:39:00
A new organization has been launched with the participation of organizations of atomic bomb survivors and young people, aiming to realize a world free of nuclear weapons. Our policy is to lobby the Japanese government to join the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons by 2030.
Construction work that differs from the NIPPO contract: 21 construction projects on expressways, national highways, and airports
2024-04-20 18:25:00
On the 20th, NIPPO, a major road paving company, was found to be using used materials for road construction despite having a contract to use new asphalt. The company announced on its website that it had carried out 21 projects on national highways and airports that differed from the contract.
Political Funds Control Act revised: Liberal Democratic Party plans to finalize proposal on 23rd
2024-04-20 18:14:00
In response to the issue surrounding the faction's political funding party, the Liberal Democratic Party's Political Affairs Research Chairman Watami held a meeting for all affiliated members on the 23rd to discuss the party's efforts to revise the Political Funds Control Act. I expressed my desire to organize our ideas.
How far can my number and account be linked? For what? [Details]
2024-04-20 17:33:00
Linking My Number and our savings account. A new law has been in force since April, but inaccurate information such as ``all accounts will be forcibly linked'' is being spread on social media. In the first place, why and how many accounts are linked to My Number? This information was compiled by interviewing the Digital Agency and experts. (*The second half of the article provides a detailed summary in Q&A format)
``Ashinaga Student Fundraising'' scholarship applications record high - fundraising activities in Kobe
2024-04-20 17:08:00
While the number of applications for scholarships to support children who have lost a parent due to illness is rapidly increasing due to rising prices, some people are unable to receive the benefits due to a lack of funds. Against this backdrop, on the 20th, university students held a fundraising campaign in Kobe City.
[Live News] Forest fire spreading in Miyako, Iwate, no information on injuries
2024-04-20 16:09:00
According to the fire department, a fire broke out in the forest in Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, on the afternoon of the 20th. As of 3:30 p.m., the fire is still spreading, and local fire departments and prefectural disaster prevention helicopters are working to extinguish the fire. The scene is in a forest near the national highway in Kariya, Miyako City, and there are no reports of injuries so far.
Dodgers Shohei Otani 1 hit, 1 RBI Yoshinobu Yamamoto Starting pitcher 6 innings with 9 strikeouts
2024-04-20 15:17:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Baseball Dodgers started the game against the Mets on the 19th, and not only had his first timely hit since the opening game, he stole a base and was involved in a score, scoring one hit and one RBI. In addition, pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto started pitching in this game and pitched until the 6th inning and had 9 strikeouts, but there was no outcome.
Shogi "Eio Match" Sota Fujii wins 8 titles Will he match the record for consecutive wins in title matches?
2024-04-20 14:55:00
The second game of the ``Eio match,'' one of the eight major shogi titles, has begun in Ishikawa Prefecture. Takumi Ito 7-dan (21) will challenge titleholder Sota Fujii Hachikan (21), and if Fujii Hakkan wins the match on the 20th, he will match the record of consecutive wins in title matches held by Master Yasuharu Oyama XV. It will be.
Bank of Japan Governor Ueda ``returns to normal policy'' speech in Washington
2024-04-20 12:30:00
Last month, Bank of Japan Governor Ueda gave a speech to foreign economists and others in Washington, D.C., where he was visiting Washington, and stated last month that the large-scale monetary easing measures, including the lifting of negative interest rates, were ``returning to normal policy.'' We explained the details of the policy changes and future direction.
Ehime Ainan-cho ``Ishigaki no Sato'' begins restoration after damage caused by an earthquake with a magnitude of 6 or less
2024-04-20 12:26:00
In Ainan Town, Ehime Prefecture, where an earthquake with a seismic intensity of lower 6 was observed in the earthquake on the 17th of this month, stone walls collapsed at a scenic spot known as ``Ishigaki no Sato'', and repairs by the local preservation society began on the 20th. Work has begun.
Tochigi Nasu town corpse abandonment incident Police seize black car, suspected to be involved in incident
2024-04-20 12:03:00
In the case where the bodies of a man and a woman were found with their entire bodies burnt in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture, an investigation revealed that a black sedan-type car similar to the one seen on a security camera near the scene had been seized by police. I found this out through interviews with the people involved. The police are investigating the details of the incident, as it appears that the two people were involved in the incident.
NBA Yuta Watanabe ``Playing in Japan next season'' live stream
2024-04-20 11:01:00
NBA = American professional basketball player Yuta Watanabe of the Grizzlies broadcast live on his SNS and stated, ``I have decided to play in Japan starting next season,'' indicating his intention to leave the NBA after six seasons. . Watanabe, who became the second Japanese player to play in the NBA in 2018, played for a total of five teams in six seasons, appearing in 213 games and averaging 4.2 points and 2.3 rebounds. Due to injuries and other factors, his opportunities to play have decreased.
“Ad that won’t go away” Can’t press the × mark!?
2024-04-20 10:31:00
Do you ever feel irritated while using your smartphone? ``The x mark was small and I tried to erase it, but I accidentally touched the ad.'' ``When I tried to press the x mark, the ad suddenly moved and I accidentally went to an advertising site.'' In a survey that asked about unpleasant things, the most common answer was ``I accidentally pressed or almost pressed an ad.'' In fact, this is called a "dark pattern," and it has become a problem all over the world. (Tatsuro Imono, the reporting team who won't be fooled by digital technology)
[Live News] Fire in Kokura Kita Ward, Kitakyushu
2024-04-20 10:18:00
We are providing live footage of the fire scene in Kokura Kita Ward, Kitakyushu City.
Explosion at Shiite militia base in Iraq raises concerns about destabilizing situation in the Middle East
2024-04-20 09:54:00
Iraq's Shiite Muslim militia announced on social media on the 20th that an explosion occurred at a base south of the capital Baghdad. The cause of the explosion is unknown, but several people are said to have been injured.
Academy Award-winning director of the movie “20 Days in Mariupol” holds a press conference
2024-04-20 08:43:00
The Ukrainian director of the Academy Award-winning documentary film ``20 Days in Mariupol,'' which depicts the devastation in eastern Ukraine where fierce fighting took place at the beginning of the Russian invasion, held a press conference in the capital, Kiiv, on the 19th, expressing his gratitude to the people for the award. He talked about its significance and said it brought him hope.
Chinese military “Information Support Unit” established by President Xi to “accelerate military modernization”
2024-04-20 08:13:00
The Chinese military has established an "Information Support Force" to oversee the military's information systems, and President Xi Jinping has emphasized that it is "of great significance in accelerating the modernization of national defense and the military." The ``Strategic Support Unit'', which was established in 2015 and was said to be responsible for areas such as cyberspace and outer space, is expected to be abolished and the unit will be reorganized.
Chiba Prefecture: Approximately 500 villages at risk of being isolated due to disaster Noto Peninsula earthquake survey
2024-04-20 07:50:00
After many villages were isolated due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Chiba Prefecture investigated the number of villages at risk of becoming isolated due to an earthquake or heavy rain, and found that the number was approximately 500. In the future, we will compile a policy for countermeasures such as strengthening stockpiles.
Doctor arrested on suspicion of bribery; “Usage rate has increased significantly since 6 years ago” Investigator involved
2024-04-20 07:35:00
A doctor at Tokyo Rosai Hospital was arrested for accepting cash in return for preferential use of products from a medical device manufacturer in Tokyo.The usage rate has increased significantly since six years ago, when the manufacturer's representative started selling products. It was learned through interviews with investigators that the incident occurred in The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the circumstances behind the deepening of the relationship with the manufacturer.
North Korea announces “new surface-to-air missile test will be conducted yesterday”
2024-04-20 07:17:00
North Korea's General Missile Administration announced on the 19th that it conducted a test launch of a new surface-to-air missile in the Yellow Sea on the western side of the Korean Peninsula. In addition, an experiment was conducted to confirm the power of the super-large warhead of the strategic cruise missile Fasal. Both experiments were said to be aimed at improving technology, such as the performance and operation of new weapon systems, and emphasized their success by saying, ``we achieved our objectives.'' North Korea announced that it had conducted a similar test in February this year, and is working to improve its technology while repeating launches with a view to countering the South Korean military and the US military stationed in South Korea.
The best time to see cherry blossoms with green flowers, ``Goiko'', is in full bloom at Kasuga Taisha Botanical Garden, Nara
2024-04-20 07:16:00
At the botanical garden at Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara City, the green cherry blossoms ``Gyoko'' are in full bloom.
Two points in junior high school history that were ``incomplete'' in the textbook examination passed without any leaks being confirmed.
2024-04-20 06:58:00
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology marked two history textbooks as ``unfinished'' without deciding whether to pass or fail because information had been leaked in advance during the junior high school textbook examination, but the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology said that it had not confirmed that there had been any leakage by the textbook company. I passed the score.
Men's Soccer Olympics Asian Final Qualifier Japan Advances to Final Tournament
2024-04-20 06:49:00
On the 19th, the Japan Under-23 Men's Soccer Team, which is participating in the final Asian qualifying round for the Paris Olympics, played against the United Arab Emirates in the second match of the first round and won 2-0. Japan improved to 6 points with 2 wins and 0 losses in the first round, and decided to advance to the final tournament without waiting for the third match against South Korea.
[Updated from time to time] Russia military invasion of Ukraine (movements on April 20th)
2024-04-20 06:40:00
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine continues. Russian and Ukrainian forces continue to fight in various parts of Ukraine, and many civilians have fled the country. We will keep you updated on developments regarding the situation in Ukraine on the 20th (Japan time), including the situation of the battle and the diplomacy of the countries involved. (There is a 6 hour time difference between Japan and Ukraine and Moscow, Russia)
Apple may remove foreign communication apps on orders from Chinese authorities, leading US newspaper
2024-04-20 06:03:00
The Wall Street Journal, a leading American newspaper, reported that American IT giant Apple has removed foreign communication apps from its App Store, which distributes apps to iPhones and other devices, under the direction of Chinese authorities. This appears to be part of the Chinese authorities' tightening of control over the internet.
[Details on 20th] Iran explosion: Israel attacks as a countermeasure?
2024-04-20 06:00:00
There was an explosion in Isfahan province in central Iran on the 19th, and multiple American media reported that Israel carried out the attack in response to a large-scale attack by Iran. Although the Iranian government says that no damage has been caused, the situation remains uncertain, as it has indicated that it will counterattack if Israel continues its attacks. *We will update you on developments regarding Israel and Palestine as of April 20th, Japan time.
Iranian explosion possibly an attack as a countermeasure against Israel, multiple US media outlets
2024-04-20 05:52:00
There was an explosion in Isfahan province in central Iran on the 19th, and multiple American media reported that Israel carried out the attack in response to a large-scale attack by Iran. Although the Iranian government says that no damage has been caused, the situation remains uncertain, as it has indicated that it will counterattack if Israel continues its attacks.
Expressway pavement construction: Used materials different from contract NIPPO
2024-04-20 05:44:00
It has been discovered that NIPPO, a major road paving company, was contracted to construct an expressway using used materials, even though the contract was to use new asphalt. . The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has requested an investigation into whether there are any problems with the durability of the road surface, and the company said, ``We have submitted an initial report to the government. We are considering the possibility of making it public.''
