2024-08-22 20:49:00
A portion of a sample from the asteroid Bennu, which a NASA probe returned to Earth last year, has been provided to Japan, and it is hoped that the sample will lead to new research findings on the origins of life on Earth.
2024-08-22 19:45:00
A total of 109 people have reported vomiting and diarrhea after splashing around in the water near a waterfall in Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture, according to a prefectural summary. Although the symptoms are all mild, the prefecture is calling on people to refrain from splashing around in the water in the area and is working to identify the cause.
2024-08-22 19:38:00
An interim report on a survey of Hyogo prefecture employees following the writing of a document by a former bureau director accusing Governor Saito of power harassment revealed that over 900 people responded that they had seen or heard the governor receiving gifts.
2024-08-22 19:18:00
In an interview with a person involved in the incident where graffiti was found on a stone pillar at Yasukuni Shrine on the 19th of this month, it was revealed that the person believed to be involved had left Japan for China on the same day. The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the details of the incident, as the person had been in Japan for several days.
2024-08-22 19:05:00
A 25-year-old suspect living in Sayama City, Saitama Prefecture, was arrested on suspicion of assault for allegedly slamming a one-year-old boy of a woman he was dating to the floor of a car, causing injury. During questioning, he reportedly said, "My child was sleeping in the back while I was driving, so I got irritated and did it."
2024-08-22 18:49:00
Last night (21st), torrential rain fell in Tokyo, causing water to gush out of manholes and flooding subway stations. Some people may have encountered heavy rain on their way home. Heavy rain was observed again today (22nd) in Tokyo, and heavy rain is occurring frequently. There is a risk that the situation can change drastically in a short period of time.
2024-08-22 18:17:00
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has issued a warning to Nissin Foods, a major food manufacturer, that it may be violating the Antimonopoly Act by forcing retailers to raise prices for five of its major products, including Cup Noodles, depriving consumers of price competition and opportunities to purchase products at lower prices.
2024-08-22 17:37:00
The US State Department announced that a senior official in charge of Tibet issues met with the 14th Dalai Lama, the supreme leader of Tibetan Buddhism, in New York. The Chinese government has criticized the 14th Dalai Lama as a "separatist" seeking independence from China, and has reacted negatively to the meeting.
2024-08-22 17:12:00
At around 2:00 p.m. today, a fire broke out in a residential area of Mitsuke City, Niigata Prefecture. According to the fire department, the fire has spread to at least six buildings, and firefighting efforts are continuing. So far, there have been no reports of injuries. There have also been power outages in the surrounding area.
2024-08-22 17:05:00
On the 22nd, evacuation drills were conducted across South Korea in preparation for an air raid in the event of an emergency on the Korean Peninsula, with citizens evacuating to subway stations and other locations.
2024-08-22 17:02:00
Sales at major supermarkets nationwide last month totaled 1.598 trillion yen, down 1% from the same month last year when comparing existing stores. This is the first decrease in 17 months since February last year.
2024-08-22 16:56:00
The final of the summer national high school baseball tournament will be held on the 23rd. Kanto Daiichi High School and Kyoto International High School from East Tokyo, both of which are aiming for their first championship, will face off. With the final the next day, both teams practiced for about an hour and a half to prepare for the game.
2024-08-22 16:35:00
On the 22nd, it was 80 years since the evacuation ship "Tsushima Maru," carrying children and others evacuating from Okinawa to Kyushu, was sunk by the U.S. military during the Pacific War. A memorial service was held in Naha City, where survivors and bereaved families offered a moment of silence.
2024-08-22 15:55:00
The former Emperor and Empress visited Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, for recuperation.
2024-08-22 15:49:00
It has been a year since Yasuko Arakawa, a resident of Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture, who had dementia, went missing, and her husband Tsutomu is calling for information about her disappearance and is also working to share his own experience through lectures.
2024-08-22 15:40:00
Regarding the crustal movement observed on Mount Iwate in Iwate Prefecture, experts say that at present there is no indication that a large amount of magma is being supplied deep underground. However, they point out that there is a possibility of very small-scale eruptions and the emission of volcanic gases, and that caution is needed as the fumarolic area is close to hiking trails.
2024-08-22 15:19:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers, Major League Baseball, had one hit and one stolen base in a game against the Mariners on the 21st, bringing him one home run away from becoming the sixth player in history to hit 40 home runs and steal 40 bases. The Dodgers, who are leading the National League West Division, played the final game of a three-game series against the Mariners, who are second in the American League West Division, in their home stadium in Los Angeles.
2024-08-22 15:04:00
Tokyo Electric Power Company has indicated that it will consider decommissioning the remaining Units 1 to 5 at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant in Niigata Prefecture, including the possibility of partially decommissioning them, within two years of the restart of Units 6 and 7.
2024-08-22 14:31:00
In a lawsuit filed by a man and a woman, who claimed that their freedom of expression was violated when Hokkaido Prefectural Police officers removed them after heckling the Prime Minister while he was giving a street speech, the Supreme Court decided to dismiss the appeal and upheld the ruling ordering the prefecture to pay compensation to the woman. In response, National Police Agency Commissioner General Tsuyuki Yasuhiro said, "The National Police Agency must take seriously the fact that some of the police officers' actions have been found to be illegal," and expressed his intention to ensure thorough security for election campaigns through practical training for bodyguards, among other things.
2024-08-22 14:26:00
Regarding constitutional reform, the LDP working group has confirmed its intention to finalize its position by the end of this month, following Prime Minister Kishida's instructions to organize the issues with a view to explicitly mentioning the Self-Defense Forces. This will include the "emergency clause," which the group has been considering in advance.
2024-08-22 14:10:00
Kumamoto Prefecture Governor Kimura apologized at a press conference on the 22nd for remarks he made at a meeting of the prefecture's promotion headquarters aimed at resolving the labor shortage, saying, "We don't need clerical staff." He said, "I would like to correct my statement and apologize."
2024-08-22 13:43:00
Former Constitutional Democratic Party leader, Edano, formally announced his candidacy on the 21st in the leadership election. Former Prime Minister Noda, who said he would "carefully consider" the request to run, is scheduled to return from a visit to Taiwan on the 22nd and is expected to decide on his response at a later date. These are his actions and comments regarding his candidacy in the leadership election.
2024-08-22 13:24:00
The United Nations has compiled a report sounding the alarm about the risks of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computers being used for military purposes, and has recommended that UN member states establish a multilateral forum to discuss countermeasures.
2024-08-22 13:15:00
For the LDP presidential election, former Secretary-General Ishiba plans to announce his candidacy on the 24th, and Digital Minister Kono plans to announce his candidacy on the 26th of next week. Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi is also making arrangements to announce his candidacy on the 27th, and a lawmaker close to Minister for Economic Security Takaichi has said, "I expect an announcement within the next week," and there is a lot of activity surrounding his candidacy.
2024-08-22 13:13:00
In a case where a couple in their 80s and their daughter were stabbed to death at a home in Kikugawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture, the 27-year-old grandson who was arrested on suspicion of murdering his grandmother was rearrested on the 22nd on suspicion of also stabbing his aunt in the chest and other areas with a knife, killing her.
2024-08-22 12:22:00
Following an accident in June this year in Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, in which a security guard and a woman protesting were caught in a dump truck carrying soil to be used in the relocation of the U.S. military's Futenma Air Base, resulting in deaths and injuries, the Ministry of Defense resumed the transportation of soil and sand, which had been suspended, on the 22nd.
2024-08-22 12:13:00
Nippon Steel Corporation and JFE Holdings, two major steelmakers, have announced that they will acquire a portion of the interests of a coal mine in Australia. The two companies will invest a total of 160 billion yen in the project, aiming to ensure a stable supply of coal for steelmaking.
2024-08-22 12:11:00
The Kanto-Koshin region, which experienced torrential rain on the 21st, is facing unstable atmospheric conditions on the 22nd, with heavy rain falling in southern Kanto since the morning. There is a risk of very heavy rain with localized thunderstorms late on the 22nd, so please be careful of flooded roads and low-lying land.
2024-08-22 11:52:00
The Democratic Party's national convention for the US presidential election this fall is now on its third day, and after this, Minnesota Governor Walz, who will be running alongside Harris as vice presidential candidate, is scheduled to give a speech to express his determination.
2024-08-22 10:37:00
Following findings that Kawasaki Heavy Industries had falsified data on the fuel efficiency of its marine engines, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism began an on-site investigation at the company's factory in Kobe on the morning of the 22nd.
2024-08-22 10:35:00
US President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu by phone and stressed the need to immediately reach an agreement on negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. However, the gap between Israel and the Islamic organization Hamas remains large, and the negotiations are expected to be difficult.
2024-08-22 09:51:00
The first test removal of nuclear fuel debris was scheduled to begin on the morning of the 22nd at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2, but according to officials, the preparatory work that began on the morning of the 22nd was suspended. There was a mistake in the installation of the removal device, so work will not resume on the 22nd, and no plans have been made for the 23rd and beyond. This is the first attempt at test removal of nuclear fuel debris in about 13 and a half years since the accident, and its success or failure will determine the future of the decommissioning of the plant, so attention is focused on it.
2024-08-22 09:45:00
The details of the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) have been announced, with Japan, aiming to win the tournament for the second time in a row, set to face off against South Korea, Australia and others in the first round in March.
2024-08-22 09:25:00
Former US President Trump resumed large outdoor rallies on the 21st, which had been suspended for security reasons since the shooting last month. Strict security measures were taken at the rally, including the installation of bulletproof glass around the podium.
2024-08-22 09:02:00
As demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States remains sluggish, major automaker Ford announced on the 21st that it would discontinue development of an EV for its large SUVs (multi-purpose sports vehicles).
2024-08-22 08:11:00
Robert Kennedy Jr., who has declared his candidacy as an independent for the November US presidential election, has announced that he will give a speech on the 23rd of this month outlining his plans for the upcoming election campaign. Several US media outlets have reported that Kennedy has withdrawn from the race and plans to support former Republican President Trump, and there is growing interest in his actions.
2024-08-22 07:36:00
Minutes from a July meeting of the Federal Reserve Board, the US central bank, have been released, revealing that the majority of participants agreed that if future economic indicators are as expected, it would be appropriate to lower interest rates at the next meeting in September.
2024-08-22 06:59:00
As generative AI is rapidly gaining popularity, the Japan Fair Trade Commission plans to launch an investigation within the year to ascertain whether there are any concerns about competition issues surrounding domestic AI development. It is expected to check whether there are any attempts to hoard the vast amounts of data needed for AI training for one company.
2024-08-22 06:35:00
According to an interview with the Japanese Embassy, 12 Japanese nationals were taken into custody by local authorities in southeastern Cambodia. The local authorities are currently investigating the circumstances, as it is possible that the 12 were involved in fraudulent activities.
2024-08-22 05:57:00
Tokyo Monorail has suspended operations on the entire line since the first train due to delays to work that had been carried out since overnight between Showajima Station and Seibiyado Station.
2024-08-22 05:56:00
Temperatures are expected to rise over a wide area from Kyushu to Hokuriku on the 22nd, with dangerous heat expected in Western Japan. Some areas are experiencing extremely hot days with temperatures reaching over 35 degrees every day, so please continue to take measures to prevent heatstroke.
2024-08-22 05:33:00
On the third day of the Democratic Party convention in preparation for the US presidential election this fall, Walz, who was nominated as the vice presidential candidate, will give a speech on the 21st. Attention is focused on how effectively he will be able to promote his personality and the policies he values, as he is not yet well known across the US.
2024-08-22 05:06:00
On the 22nd, Tokyo Electric Power Company will begin a trial removal of nuclear fuel debris that melted in the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident at Unit 2. This will be the first attempt in about 13 and a half years since the accident, and attention is focused on the success or failure of the removal, which could determine the future fate of the plant's decommissioning.
2024-08-22 05:04:00
On the morning of the 22nd, Typhoon No. 10 formed in the ocean far south of Japan. The typhoon is now moving slowly northwestward, and is expected to reach the waters off the Ogasawara Islands on the 25th of this month before heading towards the Japanese archipelago, so please keep an eye on future typhoon information.
