2024-05-22 22:20:00
On May 22nd, 79 years ago, a decision was made in this trench. The former Japanese army abandoned its headquarters at this location. Afterwards, as many residents and soldiers fled south, they came under heavy attack from the American military, resulting in the casualties of many residents. This time, new footage of the headquarters bunker has been released.
2024-05-22 22:13:00
A senior official who was fired last year for criticizing the military's top brass while serving as commander of the Russian military forces invading Ukraine has been arrested on suspicion of fraud. An American think tank said, ``This is a clear message that President Putin values loyalty over his ability.''
2024-05-22 22:03:00
It was discovered that a woman in her 80s in Nagoya was defrauded of over 47 million yen through a false phone call, and that the money had been transferred to a crypto asset account overseas. Three suspects were arrested on suspicion of fraud. More than 3 billion yen was deposited into the account holder's financial institution account, and police are investigating the suspicion that there was repeated money laundering through crypto assets. .
2024-05-22 21:54:00
Amid problems such as women who use malicious host clubs being charged large amounts of fees later on, the women who suffered the damage complained to Minister of Health, Labor and Welfare Takemi on the 22nd, He called for stronger measures.
2024-05-22 21:37:00
A university professor who filed a complaint against Koichi Hagiuda, the former chairman of the Political Affairs Research Institute, and others who were criminally prosecuted for violating the Political Funds Control Act in connection with a politically funded party of the Liberal Democratic Party's Abe faction, said that the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's special investigation department's decision not to prosecute was unfair. We have sent documents requesting review to the Public Prosecution Committee.
2024-05-22 21:29:00
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appealed for further involvement from the West, including requesting that NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) member countries use fighter jets to intercept Russian military missiles attacking Ukraine.
2024-05-22 20:56:00
As Israeli forces continue to attack the Palestinian Gaza Strip, three countries, Ireland, Spain, and Norway, have successively announced that they will recognize Palestine as a state. Many countries have already recognized it, but by moving in unison, the three countries seem to be aiming to encourage the realization of peace in which the two states of Israel and Palestine coexist.
2024-05-22 20:36:00
Regarding the accident in which a helicopter carrying President Raisi and others crashed in Iran, a senior official from the presidential palace who was flying nearby in another helicopter gave details on state television, stating that there were no abnormalities in the weather during the flight and the air was clear. He testified that it was only after the crash that fog and weather worsened.
2024-05-22 20:30:00
United Nations Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees Clements said in an interview with NHK that more than 110 million people around the world have been forced to flee their homes due to conflicts and persecution, and the number continues to rise, stating that each person is a refugee problem. He emphasized the need for steady efforts to deepen understanding and continue support.
2024-05-22 19:53:00
In a case in which 12 people were arrested for allegedly using shell company accounts to launder funds such as fraud victims, several other people, including the main members of the group, are suspected of having left the country. It was discovered through interviews with investigators. Police have obtained an arrest warrant on suspicion of violating the Act on Punishment of Organized Crime, and are investigating the whereabouts of the suspect.
2024-05-22 19:52:00
On the 22nd, a bill submitted by both the ruling and opposition parties to amend the Political Funds Control Act was deliberated by a special committee of the House of Representatives. Substantive deliberations on the bill will begin on the 23rd, and discussions on political reform, which will be the main focus of the second half of the Diet, will begin in earnest.
2024-05-22 19:03:00
On the 21st, a Singapore Airlines passenger plane heading from London to Singapore was caught in severe turbulence, killing one passenger and injuring many others. He emphasized his intention to provide support and fully cooperate with the authorities' investigation.
2024-05-22 18:21:00
A meeting of a council formed by municipalities where nuclear power plants are located across the country was held in Tokyo, and Genkai Town, Saga Prefecture, became the first municipality with a nuclear power plant to accept an investigation into selecting a disposal site for so-called "nuclear waste." In response to this, there have been a number of calls for the government to take action to spread the discussion nationwide.
2024-05-22 18:18:00
NIPPO, a major road paving construction company, has been accused of using used material despite contracts to use new asphalt for construction on national roads and expressways in various regions. It turns out that the company has reported to the government that 12 construction projects, including highways, were carried out differently from the contract. There are 33 such cases in construction across the country, including those that have already been announced.
2024-05-22 18:16:00
The Norinchukin Bank has officially announced that it is considering increasing its capital by 1.2 trillion yen to deal with a large amount of unrealized losses from investing in U.S. government bonds and other bonds. The Norinchukin Bank also increased its capital due to securities-related losses during the Lehman Shock, and the large proportion of foreign bonds has once again led to a deterioration in profits.
2024-05-22 18:10:00
This insect is again this year. This is the green stink bug that flies out of nowhere and gives off a strong odor when you touch it. Currently, stink bug advisories have been issued in 26 prefectures nationwide. Why did it occur? How long will it last? (*A map of areas where advisories have been issued is included in the text)
2024-05-22 18:03:00
Concerning the problem of declining water levels in wells and other facilities near the Linear Chuo Shinkansen tunnel construction site in Gifu Prefecture, JR Tokai President Shunsuke Niwa stated at a press conference that he plans to suspend the construction work, taking local concerns seriously. I apologized again for making it earlier.
2024-05-22 17:10:00
A video of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's portrait displayed alongside those of his grandfather and father has been released for the first time. Experts say this is a sign of confidence in his governance, which he has held for more than a decade.
2024-05-22 17:02:00
The ranking of the amount of distribution of JASRAC's music copyright fees, which were most listened to and sung in 2023 through music distribution and karaoke, etc., has been announced.
2024-05-22 16:26:00
Regarding the fixed tax reduction that will be implemented from June, Prime Minister Kishida expressed his intention to strengthen communication to the public so that they can feel the increase in their take-home pay by clearly indicating the tax reduction amount on their pay slips.
2024-05-22 16:22:00
Regarding Taiwanese President Lai Ching-de's inaugural speech, a Chinese government spokesperson criticized it as ``a confession of Taiwan's independence through and through,'' and added, ``It promoted the ``two-nation theory'' and became even more extreme in its claims.'' A talk was published. Following the speech, China's stance on President Lai has become even more severe, and pressure is expected to intensify.
2024-05-22 16:05:00
TEPCO's electricity bill for July this year will rise by nearly 400 yen compared to the previous month for the average household, due to the temporary end of subsidies that the government has continued to use to counter soaring prices. It is expected to approach the highest level ever.
2024-05-22 15:56:00
Kyoto Prefecture is calling for caution as the invasive longhorn beetle, the long-eared longhorn beetle, which devours cherry blossoms, plums, etc. and is designated as a specific invasive species, has been confirmed one after another in Osaka and Nara prefectures, which are adjacent to Kyoto prefecture. I am.
2024-05-22 15:38:00
Shikishima Seipan Co., Ltd., a major bread manufacturer headquartered in Nagoya, has been found to have rat body parts in their bread. We have announced the results of our investigation, which indicate that it is presumed that the virus entered the factory.
2024-05-22 15:35:00
The 22 members of Japan's women's soccer team, Nadeshiko Japan, which will travel to Spain from the end of this month to strengthen preparations for the Paris Olympics, have been announced, with coach Futoshi Ikeda saying, ``We will strengthen our team while valuing the limited time we have.'' ``I want to move forward toward the Olympics.''
2024-05-22 15:01:00
The Tokyo metropolitan government aims to enact the nation's first ordinance to prevent so-called "customer harassment," which refers to acts of nuisance from customers.In addition to customers, the metropolitan government targets people who use government office counters, etc., to engage in harassment, regardless of whether they work in the public or private sector. We are planning to compile a draft ordinance in the future with a policy of requesting countermeasures.
2024-05-22 14:42:00
Regarding the government's policy of requiring the tax reduction amount to be clearly stated on pay slips due to the fixed tax reduction that will be implemented from next month, the chairman of the Anju Diet Committee of the Constitutional Democratic Party said, ``They are just trying to tell the people to ``feel gratitude,'' but they are using tax money. "It can't be helped to be called a campaign to steal the election."
2024-05-22 14:39:00
A Japanese man from Sapporo was found dead on Denali, the highest peak in North America, once known as McKinley, in the American state of Alaska, and the National Park Service, which manages the area, said he slipped while climbing. I think I did.
2024-05-22 14:16:00
In order to strengthen the development of new drugs in Japan, a council of government experts established a "Public-Private Council" with the participation of foreign companies in order to attract human resources and funds from Japan and abroad and improve the environment for research and development. We have put together a new strategy that includes things to do.
2024-05-22 14:10:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Major League Baseball Dodgers performed well against the Diamondbacks with two hits, including a timely hit, one RBI, and two stolen bases.
2024-05-22 13:39:00
Akira Nakao, an actor who was active in movies and TV dramas with his outstanding acting and was popular on variety shows, has passed away. He was 81 years old.
2024-05-22 13:26:00
At 12:45 p.m. on the 22nd, Naha City issued an evacuation order to 113,254 people from 53,003 households in the Oroku and Shuri districts of the city, citing an extremely high risk of landslides due to heavy rain. Did. This is warning level 4 of the 5 levels of heavy rain warning, and everyone is urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
2024-05-22 13:03:00
Eight calves were apparently attacked by brown bears at a farm in Betsukai Town, Hokkaido on the 21st, and when the town checked on the 22nd the traps on the farm that had been set up to catch them, it was found that no brown bears had been caught. However, the town and police continue to warn surrounding ranches.
2024-05-22 12:11:00
A large-scale funeral for Iranian President Raisi and others who died in a helicopter crash will soon begin in the capital Tehran, with foreign dignitaries also invited. Meanwhile, local media are reporting that security authorities are wary of an increase in movements critical of the government in the wake of the accident.
2024-05-22 12:06:00
American IT giant Microsoft has announced a new generative AI service. The online meeting software ``Teams'' uses generative AI to facilitate meetings, helping to improve work efficiency, and major IT companies are fiercely competing to expand generative AI services.
2024-05-22 12:04:00
In an unprecedented move, U.S. Steel's board of directors has accused another U.S. steelmaker of spreading misleading information in order to prevent Nippon Steel's acquisition of major American steelmaker U.S. Steel. The letter was released, reiterating the company's intention to complete the acquisition.
2024-05-22 12:00:00
A bill to introduce the ``Japanese version of DBS'', a system to check whether people who work with children have a history of sexual crimes, was voted on by a special committee of the House of Representatives and passed unanimously. It is expected to be passed at the plenary session of the House of Representatives on the 23rd and sent to the House of Councilors.
2024-05-22 11:48:00
On the morning of the 22nd, on a national highway in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, a dump truck knocked over a utility pole on the side of the road and overturned, killing the man driving it.
2024-05-22 11:44:00
On the 21st, in an accident in Nerima Ward, Tokyo, a 2-year-old girl who was riding in the back seat of a car died after getting her neck caught in the ``power window''.The mother who was driving the car ``opened the window for ventilation. After opening the vehicle, I believe he closed the windows other than the one where the child was riding,'' according to an interview with investigators. The child seat belt was not fastened, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the situation in detail.
2024-05-22 11:42:00
At 11:05 a.m. on the 22nd, Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture, issued an evacuation order for landslide warning areas within the city, citing an extremely high risk of landslides due to heavy rain. This is warning level 4 of the 5 levels of heavy rain warning, and everyone is urged to evacuate from dangerous areas.
2024-05-22 10:54:00
On the 21st, four Japanese people staying in New Caledonia, a French colony in the South Pacific where chaos continues due to riots, departed for Australia by plane.
2024-05-22 10:26:00
In the bond market on the 22nd, the yield on 10-year government bonds, a representative indicator of long-term interest rates, rose to 0.985% in morning trading. This is the highest level in approximately 11 years since May 2013. With the Bank of Japan expected to speed up the normalization of monetary policy, there has been an increase in the selling of Japanese government bonds, and long-term interest rates are rising.
2024-05-22 10:25:00
In preparation for the revision of the Political Funds Control Law, the Japan Restoration Association will review the current "policy activity expenses" and create a new system that will limit expenditures to things like expanding party membership, and then disclose how they will be used after 10 years. We have submitted a bill that includes this. The bill, along with bills submitted by the Liberal Democratic Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, will be debated at a special committee of the House of Representatives in the afternoon.
2024-05-22 09:06:00
According to April trade statistics released by the Ministry of Finance, the trade balance (exports minus imports) was in the red at 462.5 billion yen. This is the first time in two months that the trade balance has been in the red.
2024-05-22 06:31:00
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticized Taiwan's President Lai Ching-de, who took office on the 20th, by name, saying, ``The act of betraying the nation and our ancestors is shameful,'' and once again expressed his refusal to engage in dialogue.
2024-05-22 06:29:00
Regarding the designated organized crime groups ``Rokudaime Yamaguchi-gumi'' and ``Kizunai,'' which have been involved in a series of incidents that appear to be conflicts, public safety commissions in various places have announced that the two groups are concerned that the conflict may intensify in the future and pose a danger to citizens. It is expected that procedures will begin next week to designate the group as a ``specified organized crime group,'' which will be subject to stricter crackdowns.
2024-05-22 05:38:00
Following the accident in which President Raisi and others were killed in a helicopter crash in Iran, a large-scale funeral is scheduled to be held in the capital Tehran on the 22nd, attended by dignitaries from neighboring countries and friendly country Russia. Meanwhile, the Iranian government is taking precautions to prevent the accident from spreading criticism of the Raisi regime, which has been criticized for suppressing human rights.
2024-05-22 05:31:00
The Tokyo metropolitan government aims to enact the nation's first ordinance to prevent customer harassment, such as nuisance behavior from customers, so-called "kasuhara".In addition to customers, people using the counters of government offices are subject to harassment, and the public and private sectors are being targeted for harassment. It has been learned that a draft proposal has been compiled that calls for measures regardless of the situation.
2024-05-22 05:18:00
On the night of the 21st, there was a fire that destroyed the car of Shintaro Wakiyama, the mayor of the town, which was parked in a parking lot in Genkai Town, Saga Prefecture. There were no injuries, and police are investigating the cause of the fire.
2024-05-22 05:15:00
On the 21st, a Singapore Airlines passenger plane heading from London to Singapore was caught in severe turbulence and had to make an emergency landing at a Thai airport, killing one passenger and injuring at least 30 others. Singapore's Transport Safety Investigation Bureau will dispatch investigators to Thailand to investigate the cause of the accident.
2024-05-22 05:04:00
A bill submitted by both the ruling and opposition parties to amend the Political Funds Control Act will be debated in the House of Representatives on the 22nd. There are differences between the bills in terms of the threshold amount for disclosing party ticket purchasers, and with no prospects for future talks between the ruling and opposition parties, it is expected that each party will advance its own arguments first.
2024-05-22 05:03:00
In a case in which 12 people were arrested for laundering money by establishing a so-called shell company and transferring money transferred from victims of fraud to another account, this group was contracted to launder money and was paid monthly. Interviews with investigators revealed that he was suspected of having obtained approximately 400 million yen in illegal profits. Police are investigating the matter in detail, as at least 60 billion yen was deposited into the numerous accounts it managed.
2024-05-22 04:59:00
The retrial of Iwao Hakamada, who was sentenced to death for the murder of four members of his family in Shizuoka Prefecture 58 years ago, was held on the 22nd, with the prosecution seeking a sentence and the defense team making closing arguments. The trial is scheduled to end.
