Main news(2024/07/25)
Linear precipitation band occurs in Yamagata, Murayama, Shonai, and Mogami, so be on high alert
2024-07-25 22:55:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced "Information on Significant Heavy Rain" at 10:47 pm, reporting that a linear precipitation band had occurred in Murayama, Shonai, and Mogami in Yamagata Prefecture, with extremely heavy rain continuing to fall in the same location. A "linear precipitation band" is a phenomenon in which developed cumulonimbus clouds form a line one after another, bringing heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for people to be on high alert and ensure their safety, as the risk of life-threatening landslides and floods is rapidly increasing.
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Emergency safety assurance for 1,241 people in 554 households in the central area of Tozawa Village, Yamagata
2024-07-25 22:47:00
At around 9:40 pm, Tozawa Village in Yamagata Prefecture issued an "urgent safety alert" to 554 households and 1,241 people in the Chubu region, warning of the risk of flooding and the need to evacuate immediately. The alert level is the highest, "Level 5," and calls on people to check their surroundings and take action to maximize the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building or on the second floor or higher of their own home, or in a safer location.
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Postal service: Last year's deficit was about 89 billion yen; business efficiency is an issue
2024-07-25 21:02:00
Japan Post has revealed that its postal business, which handles letters and postcards, posted an operating loss of approximately 89 billion yen last year. The loss has grown by more than 60 billion yen from the previous fiscal year, and improving the efficiency of the business has become a major issue.
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Installation of experimental nuclear fuel debris removal device completed at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
2024-07-25 19:41:00
Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has announced that it has completed installation of equipment to be used in trial removal of nuclear fuel debris from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2, which it plans to begin as early as next month.
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Paris Olympics to open tomorrow Archery competition begins in central Paris
2024-07-25 19:38:00
With the opening day just around the corner, the Paris Olympics saw competitions get underway in central Paris on the 25th. Archery took place at Les Invalides, known for being the home of Napoleon's coffin, with Japanese athletes also competing.
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Jet boat becomes unable to navigate and drifts - what happened?
2024-07-25 19:35:00
On the 24th, a jet boat that departed from Tokyo became unable to navigate off the coast of the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture and was temporarily adrift. The Japan Coast Guard believes that an abnormality may have occurred in the jet boat's hydraulic system, causing an oil leak and causing it to lose rudder function, and is currently investigating the exact cause.
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Fukuoka shopping center murder case: Family expresses feelings, but former juvenile receives "no apology"
2024-07-25 19:12:00
In a case where a former boy, aged 15 at the time, was sentenced to an indefinite sentence for murdering a woman while shopping at a commercial facility in Fukuoka City four years ago, the mother of the woman conveyed the feelings of the bereaved family to the former boy through a prison staff member last month, but it has been learned that the former boy's response to the mother's message has been received. It has been revealed that the former boy has not offered any apology.
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False information about President Biden and Harris spreads, with 11 million views
2024-07-25 18:36:00
Untrue information is spreading on social media, such as that US President Biden has a life-threatening health condition, or that Vice President Harris has "neither of her parents are US citizens and therefore ineligible to be president." False information spreads easily during elections, so it is important not to share it carelessly.
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Yokohama City School Student Suicides: "Bullying was the Cause in 4 of 36 Cases"
2024-07-25 18:35:00
An outside lawyer examined cases of suicide among children and students at Yokohama city schools over the past 10 years and found that bullying was suspected in four of the 36 cases examined.
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"Automated logistics road" demonstration project to start by FY2027 to address transportation capacity shortage
2024-07-25 18:34:00
In order to address the shortage of transportation capacity for logistics, the government has announced its intention to begin a demonstration project within the next three years for "automated logistics roads," which would transport goods by utilizing the central reservation strips of expressways and other areas.
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Curtains hiding Mount Fuji from view over convenience stores replaced with more durable materials in Yamanashi
2024-07-25 17:17:00
In Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, the black curtains that were installed as a measure to prevent nuisances caused by foreign tourists who visit to take photos of Mt. Fuji through convenience stores were replaced with curtains made of a stronger material on the 25th. The town said, "We will continue to keep a close eye on the behavior of tourists to see if we can remove the curtains in the future."
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Large-scale system failures around the world due to failure to detect problems and distribution
2024-07-25 17:13:00
Regarding the large-scale system failure that occurred around the world on the 19th (Japan time), information security company CrowdStrike announced the results of its investigation, which concluded that the failure to detect and distribute files containing problematic data led to the failure.
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Urgent safety measures to protect lives called for 13,527 households in Shinjo City, Yamagata
2024-07-25 16:38:00
As heavy rain is expected to continue in Shinjo City, Yamagata Prefecture, an "emergency safety alert" was issued to 13,527 households and 32,141 people throughout the city at 4:05 pm. The alert level is the highest, "Level 5," and people are being urged to check their surroundings and take actions to increase the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, on the second floor or higher of their own home, or in a place that is as safe as possible, such as away from slopes.
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Urgent safety measures to protect lives for 1,888 households in the Yamagata, Sakata and Yahata areas
2024-07-25 14:35:00
Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, issued an "urgent safety alert" to 1,888 households and 4,880 people in the Yahata area at 2:05 pm, after the Arase River, which runs through the city, overflowed its banks. The alert level is the highest, "Level 5," and people are being urged to check their surroundings and take action to maximize the chances of saving their lives by staying in a nearby building, staying on the second floor or higher of their own home, or in a place that is as safe as possible, such as away from slopes.
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Urgent safety measures to protect lives in some areas of Yurihonjo, Akita
2024-07-25 14:29:00
Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture, issued an "urgent safety alert" to 133 people in 43 households in the Moriko district of the Yuri region at 2:00 pm, after the Koyoshi River that runs through the city had overflowed. The alert was set at "Level 5," the highest of five levels, and called on people to check their surroundings and take action to maximize their chances of survival in the safest possible location, such as a nearby building, the second floor or higher of their own home, or away from slopes.
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[River information available here] Heavy rain special warning issued in Yamagata Prefecture
2024-07-25 13:48:00
Due to the influence of an active rainy season front, extremely heavy rain has continued to fall in Yamagata Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a special heavy rain warning for Yamagata Prefecture at around 1:00 p.m. on the 25th. The link below provides information on rivers nationwide, including Yamagata Prefecture, for which flood forecasts have been issued. You can also view information on areas expected to be flooded due to river overflow. Please check the information carefully and ensure your safety.
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Urgent safety measures to protect lives called for 4,890 households in Yuza Town, Yamagata
2024-07-25 13:47:00
Yuza Town in Yamagata Prefecture issued an "urgent safety alert" to 4,890 households and 12,286 people throughout the town at 1pm, citing increased risk of river flooding and landslides due to heavy rain. The alert level is the highest, "Level 5", and calls on people to check their surroundings and take action to maximize their chances of saving their lives in the safest possible place, such as a nearby building, the second floor or higher of their own home, or away from slopes.
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[Weather forecaster commentary] Heavy rain special warning issued for Sakata City and Yuza Town in Yamagata
2024-07-25 13:42:00
Due to the influence of an active rainy season front, extremely heavy rain has continued to fall in Yamagata Prefecture, and at 1:05 pm on the 25th, the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a special heavy rain warning for Sakata City and Yuza Town in Yamagata Prefecture. This is the highest level 5 out of 5 alert levels, and the greatest caution is required. Meteorologist Sato Kimitoshi explains the risk of flooding and landslides, and the outlook for future rain. This was broadcast on NHK News at 1:00 pm. (The video is 2 minutes 42 seconds long and cannot be viewed via data broadcasting.)
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Heavy rain special warning issued for Sakata City and Yuza Town in Yamagata Prefecture, maximum vigilance required
2024-07-25 13:18:00
Due to the influence of an active rainy season front, extremely heavy rain continues to fall in Yamagata Prefecture, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued a special heavy rain warning for Yamagata Prefecture at around 1:00 pm on the 25th. This corresponds to Level 5, the highest of the five-level alert levels, and the highest level of caution is required. There is an extremely high possibility that serious disasters due to flooding and landslides have already occurred in Yamagata Prefecture, so please be on maximum alert and take any action that will likely save your life.
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Hyogo Prefecture Governor to clarify rules on receiving items after document reveals "power harassment" allegations
2024-07-25 13:01:00
Hyogo Prefecture Governor Saito has made clear his intention to clarify the rules to prevent any doubts about accepting local specialties and other items during inspection tours, in response to a document prepared by a former bureau director accusing him of suspected power harassment.
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Ministry of Defense informs relevant local governments that it will develop a surface-to-ship missile firing range on Minamitorishima Island
2024-07-25 12:13:00
It has been learned from an interview with a related person that the Ministry of Defense is planning to develop a firing range on Minamitori Island in the Ogasawara Islands in Tokyo so that the Ground Self-Defense Force can conduct surface-to-ship missile firing training domestically. This will be the first time that a firing range for missiles with a range of over 100 kilometers will be developed, and the plan has been conveyed to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the village of Ogasawara.
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Paris Olympics begins: Men's soccer wins easily, men's rugby sevens loses consecutively
2024-07-25 11:37:00
The Paris Olympics began on the 24th, ahead of the opening ceremony on the 26th. The men's soccer qualifying league has begun, with Japan off to a winning start with a comfortable 5-0 victory over Paraguay in their first match. Meanwhile, the Japanese men's rugby sevens team suffered two straight losses, losing their first match to New Zealand, the silver medalist at the Tokyo Olympics, and their second match to Ireland. We have compiled the latest information.
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A landslide near National Route 13 in Yuzawa City, Akita, one person missing
2024-07-25 10:44:00
According to police and other sources, a landslide occurred near National Route 13 in Yuzawa City, Akita Prefecture, at around 8:50 a.m. on the 25th, and one person is missing. Police and firefighters are investigating the scene in detail.
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Kochi derailment accident investigation report released: "Wait-and-see approach even for regulated rainfall becomes normal"
2024-07-25 10:09:00
The Japan Transport Safety Board has published an investigation report into the accident in Kochi Prefecture where a Tosa Kuroshio Railway train ran over collapsed soil and derailed during heavy rains in June last year. The report states that, even though the rainfall had reached the regulated rainfall at the time, the train driver was not notified to stop service, and that it had become common practice within the company to wait and see the situation before deciding to stop service even when the regulated rainfall had been reached.
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Stock prices fall by more than 1,100 yen as sell orders for semiconductors and automobiles surge
2024-07-25 09:55:00
On the 25th, the Nikkei average temporarily fell by more than 1,100 yen on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. In addition to the large drop in stock prices on the 24th in New York, with the Nasdaq stock index dropping by the largest percentage point this year, the yen rose to its highest level in about two months on the foreign exchange market. As a result, sell orders have been swelling on the Tokyo market since trading began, mainly for export-related stocks such as semiconductors and automobiles.
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The yen temporarily rose to the 152 yen range per dollar.
2024-07-25 09:52:00
On the 25th, the Tokyo foreign exchange market saw a widespread trend of selling dollars and buying yen, with the yen temporarily rising to the 152 yen range per dollar for the first time in about two months. The market is aware of the narrowing interest rate gap between Japan and the United States due to the view that the Bank of Japan may speed up the normalization of monetary policy, and this has led to a stronger trend toward buying yen.
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Record short-term heavy rainfall in Yamagata Prefecture, risk of disaster looming
2024-07-25 09:29:00
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, radar analysis indicates that approximately 100 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour up to 9:00 a.m. on the 24th in the southern part of Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture. In addition, approximately 110 mm of heavy rain fell in the hour up to 9:10 a.m. in the Yuza Town area of Yamagata Prefecture, and approximately 100 mm of heavy rain fell in the northern part of Sakata City. As the risk of a disaster is imminent, the Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a "record-breaking short-term heavy rain information" and is calling for people to ensure their safety.
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[Breaking News] US President Biden explains reasons for withdrawal
2024-07-25 09:17:00
President Biden, who announced his withdrawal from the US presidential election, will address the nation at 9:00 a.m. Japan time and explain the reasons for his decision to withdraw. According to the White House, Biden is expected to ask for the nation's understanding, saying, "I have decided that the best way to move forward is to hand over to a new generation."
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US presidential election Democratic Party formally nominates candidate on the 1st of next month Harris' outlook
2024-07-25 09:11:00
Regarding the selection of a candidate to succeed President Biden in the US presidential election, the Democratic Party announced that it will conduct online procedures as early as next month 1st and officially nominate a candidate. So far, Vice President Harris is expected to be the nominee.
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Trump shooting suspect Search for Kennedy assassination
2024-07-25 07:37:00
In the case of the shooting of former US President Trump while he was speaking at a campaign rally, FBI Director Ray revealed that the suspect had researched the assassination of former President Kennedy on the Internet before carrying out the attack.
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Israeli Prime Minister speaks to US Congress, calling for increased military support
2024-07-25 07:28:00
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who continues to attack the Gaza Strip, spoke in the U.S. Congress on the 24th, calling for increased military support from the United States to destroy the Islamic organization Hamas, saying, "Rapid military support from the United States would dramatically hasten the end of the fighting in the Gaza Strip."
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Paris Olympics men's soccer team starts off with a comfortable win over Paraguay
2024-07-25 07:11:00
Ahead of the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, the men's soccer qualifying league began, with Japan getting off to a winning start with a comfortable 5-0 victory over Paraguay in their first match.
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Temperatures rise in western and eastern Japan as dangerous heatwaves reach 38 degrees Celsius - take precautions against heatstroke
2024-07-25 07:11:00
On the 25th, high pressure will cover western and eastern Japan, causing temperatures to rise, with Kyushu predicted to reach a dangerously high 38 degrees. As there have been a series of people being taken to hospital with symptoms believed to be heatstroke, please take thorough measures to prevent heatstroke, such as refraining from going outside.
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Emergency safety secured in part of Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture after Ishizawa River levee collapses
2024-07-25 07:08:00
Due to the influence of the rainy season front, record-breaking rains have fallen in Akita Prefecture, causing flooding in the Ishizawa River that runs through Yurihonjo City. Please carefully check the direction of the rain and the conditions around you, and continue to stay in a safe place even if the rain weakens.
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NY Stocks Nasdaq sees biggest drop this year Concerns over corporate performance grow
2024-07-25 07:02:00
On the 24th, the New York stock market saw growing concerns about the future of corporate performance following the financial results of electric vehicle manufacturers and major IT companies, causing the Nasdaq stock index, which is dominated by technology-related stocks, to fall sharply by more than 3%, the largest drop this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average also fell sharply by more than $500.
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Unable to navigate jet ship arrives at Izu Oshima island almost a day after departure
2024-07-25 06:59:00
On the 24th, a jet boat from Tokyo became unable to navigate off the coast of Chiba Prefecture's Boso Peninsula and drifted for a time, but arrived at a port on Izu Oshima at just after 5:30 a.m. on the 25th, almost a day after it departed. Passengers have also disembarked from the boat, and the operating company is working to respond to those who have become ill on board.
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National average minimum wage to be set at 1,054 yen per hour "to raise wages across society"
2024-07-25 05:24:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's council, which had been discussing this year's minimum wage, reached a decision on the night of the 24th, and in light of the continuing rise in prices, it was agreed that the hourly wage would be raised by 50 yen, the largest increase ever. The national average hourly wage will be 1,054 yen, the highest ever.
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