2024-09-04 22:41:00
The quarterfinals of the boccia mixed team event were held, and Japan overcame a three-point deficit against Brazil in the final sixth end, winning the tiebreaker and advancing to the semifinals.
2024-09-04 22:38:00
The five-game match for the Oza Championship, one of the eight major titles in shogi, has begun, with the holder, seven-times champion Fujii Souta, defeating challenger Nagase Takuya, 9th dan, to claim a win in his first match.
2024-09-04 22:16:00
There are three main factors behind the Nikkei average temporarily falling by more than 1,800 yen on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 4th.
2024-09-04 22:15:00
It was discovered that multiplication tables were written on wooden tablets and mokkan (wooden tablets) excavated from the ruins of Fujiwara-kyo, the capital of the Asuka period in Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture, and experts believe that the arrangement of the tablets suggests that they are part of a list of multiplication tables. They are believed to have been used in government offices at the time, and may be one of the oldest wooden tablets in Japan containing a practical list of multiplication tables.
2024-09-04 21:56:00
Russian President Putin met with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on the sidelines of an international conference in Vladivostok in the Russian Far East and stressed his desire to further develop Sino-Russian relations, which have been strengthening since China's military invasion of Ukraine.
2024-09-04 21:51:00
On the evening of the 4th, an elementary school boy riding a bicycle was hit by a light truck in Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture. The boy's life is not in danger, but he is thought to have suffered serious injuries such as heavy blows to his body, and the police are currently investigating the details of the accident.
2024-09-04 21:50:00
Green, the de facto US ambassador to Taiwan, said he would not "rule out" the possibility of the US and Taiwan jointly producing weapons and other products, indicating that it is possible that a joint production system could be established in the future.
2024-09-04 20:36:00
An expert panel of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, which is discussing measures to combat false information on the internet, has compiled recommendations calling for the creation of a system that encourages social media platform operators to quickly delete illegal posts and strengthen the screening of online advertisements.
2024-09-04 20:20:00
With the first match of the FIFA World Cup Asian qualifying round against China approaching on the 5th, Japan national team coach Hajime Moriyasu held a press conference and expressed his determination, saying, "We want to be as prepared as possible and fight."
2024-09-04 20:12:00
On the 4th, National Police Agency Commissioner General Tsuyuki Yasuhiro gave an interview while on a tour of Fukushima Prefecture, and revealed that the final radio communication of the two police officers who died while responding to the record-breaking rains that hit Yamagata Prefecture in July this year was, "From a patrol car being swept away by muddy floodwaters, they were requesting traffic restrictions to ensure the safety of residents."
2024-09-04 19:31:00
The Constitutional Democratic Party leadership election will be announced three days later on September 7. On the 4th, former leader Edano, who announced his candidacy, and former Prime Minister Noda made a series of remarks criticizing the LDP over the issue of politics and money.
2024-09-04 19:13:00
According to the Naha Airport Office of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, there was some kind of trouble with an aircraft belonging to the Naha Air Base of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force just before 7:00 pm, and as of 7:00 pm, the second runway at Naha Airport is closed. According to the Naha Air Base of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, an E2C early warning aircraft landed at Naha Airport.
2024-09-04 18:59:00
In order to eliminate "transportation gaps" in areas where it is difficult to secure transportation such as buses or taxis, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has decided to review the operation of Japan's version of ride-sharing, which is operated by taxi companies, with the aim of introducing it to all prefectures by the end of the year.
2024-09-04 18:57:00
The Fair Trade Commission has issued a recommendation to Pal System Consumers' Co-operative Union, which delivers food and other products to homes mainly in the Tokyo metropolitan area, calling for the union to take measures to prevent recurrence, stating that the union had unfairly deducted a total of approximately 28 million yen from the payments it paid to subcontractors to manufacture food.
2024-09-04 18:39:00
As various measures are being taken in preparation for the typhoon, such as the planned suspension of public transportation services, the first meeting of a study group made up of experts was held to revise the typhoon information released by the Japan Meteorological Agency to meet society's needs. The group will discuss ways to provide more detailed information about the characteristics of typhoons.
2024-09-04 18:35:00
This summer was extremely hot, with maximum temperatures reaching over 40 degrees. Some people may have fallen ill during this time. The heat is expected to continue into September, but as the temperature difference between daytime and morning and evening becomes more pronounced, we will need to be more careful than ever before. What should we do to get through this time of year?
2024-09-04 18:10:00
On the afternoon of the 4th, Secretary-General Motegi announced his candidacy for the LDP presidential election to choose the successor to Prime Minister Kishida. Candidates for the presidential election have made a series of statements, mainly about economic policy.
2024-09-04 18:04:00
The Ministry of Finance announced that the general account budget for next fiscal year will total 117.6059 trillion yen. This is the fourth consecutive year that the budget has exceeded 110 trillion yen, and is the largest amount ever.
2024-09-04 18:03:00
On the 3rd, two men armed with what appeared to be a crowbar broke into a pawn shop in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, and smashed the glass of the display case. One of the men was subdued and arrested by a store employee, but the other is still on the run, and the police are investigating his whereabouts as a robbery case.
2024-09-04 17:51:00
On the 3rd, Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto made his second appearance in the minor leagues since being sidelined in June due to inflammation in his right shoulder. He gave up two runs in two innings, but struck out three batters.
2024-09-04 17:32:00
The president of a company in Tokyo and others were arrested for allegedly defrauding people of 2.5 million yen worth of watches by offering to resell them at double the price and paying half the profit if they purchased a luxury watch. The victim is thought to be about 600 people nationwide, totaling 7.5 billion yen, and the Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the details of the case.
2024-09-04 16:47:00
A baton-passing ceremony for the heroine was held in Osaka on the 4th, ahead of the broadcast of "Omusubi" on September 30th, replacing the currently airing NHK morning drama "Tiger on Wings."
2024-09-04 16:32:00
As rice becomes scarce at supermarkets and other stores, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries for businesses and organizations involved in the trade to exchange opinions. While it was reported that full-scale distribution of new rice will soon begin, there were also concerns raised about rising prices.
2024-09-04 16:24:00
US law enforcement officials have announced that they have indicted a former aide to the New York governor on charges including acting covertly on behalf of the Chinese government for China's interests.
2024-09-04 15:49:00
On the 4th, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, Stefanchuk, announced on social media that Foreign Minister Kuleba had submitted his resignation to parliament. Since the start of Russia's military invasion two years ago, Foreign Minister Kuleba has been involved in diplomacy with other countries, including seeking understanding for Ukraine's position. In addition, several cabinet ministers, including Deputy Prime Minister Vereshchuk, are expected to resign, and local media reports that President Zelensky will soon carry out a major cabinet reshuffle.
2024-09-04 15:22:00
Sakana AI, a Japanese startup developing generative AI, has announced that it will receive investment from the American semiconductor giant Nvidia. As the race to develop AI intensifies around the world, including among major American IT companies, companies are also actively trying to corner start-ups.
2024-09-04 15:16:00
The first hearing of a defendant accused of breaking into a store in Niigata City dressed as a fighter from the Kamen Rider series "Shocker" in June this year and attempting to steal cash was held at the Niigata District Court. The defendant admitted to the charges, and the prosecution stated, "I applied for an illegal part-time job and prepared the costume at the instructions of my supervisor."
2024-09-04 14:59:00
Norwegian Defense Minister Gram, who is visiting Japan, gave an interview to NHK about the F-16 fighter jets that have begun operation in Ukraine. He revealed that the first of six planned to be delivered by the end of the year will be delivered this autumn, indicating that Norway's support for Ukraine is unwavering.
2024-09-04 14:30:00
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers contributed to his team's victory on the 3rd against his former team, the Los Angeles Angels, by hitting a timely three-base hit.
2024-09-04 14:10:00
The LDP presidential election is expected to be a major issue in the election campaign, with the main focus on whether to continue the policies and political reforms of the Kishida administration. Secretary-General Motegi will announce his candidacy at around 2:00 p.m. on the 4th. We will be broadcasting the press conference live.
2024-09-04 13:16:00
In response to the allegations against Governor Saito of Hyogo Prefecture over power harassment, a new survey of approximately 2,000 prefectural government employees was conducted, and the results were compiled. Of these, approximately 50% answered that they had seen or heard about the governor's alleged power harassment.
2024-09-04 13:07:00
On August 31, a high school girl fell from the roof of a shopping center directly connected to JR Yokohama Station, and a 32-year-old woman who was walking on the sidewalk below was caught in the fall, killing both people. Many people have come to the scene to pray and lay flowers.
2024-09-04 12:54:00
It has been 30 years since Kansai Airport, the gateway to the Kansai region, opened its doors four days ago. The airport is filled with a celebratory mood, with airlines jointly seeing off departing aircraft and handing out commemorative gifts to passengers as they arrive.
2024-09-04 12:34:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has decided to enact the first national ordinance in the country to prevent customer harassment, such as nuisance behavior by customers, known as "customer harassment," from April next year, and will submit a draft ordinance to the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly, which opens this month.
2024-09-04 12:23:00
On the morning of the 4th, a light passenger vehicle crashed into a clinic in Fukuyama City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and according to the police, four people were injured by broken glass and other injuries. All of them are conscious. The man who was driving the car explained that he "put the wrong gear in," and the police are currently investigating the details of the incident.
2024-09-04 12:01:00
According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Chiba National Highway Office, a collapse was found on National Highway 16 in Shirokane-cho, Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, on the morning of the 4th, and both inbound and outbound lanes have been closed. The site is a two-lane main road, with the collapse spanning four lanes. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries resulting from the collapse. In Ichihara City, rain intensified on the morning of the 3rd, with a rain gauge installed by the prefecture recording torrential rain of 85 mm per hour. The National Highway Office and others are investigating the cause, including whether there is any connection.
2024-09-04 11:46:00
Three people were arrested on suspicion of fraud for allegedly using other people's driver's license information to open credit cards and purchase smartphones and clothing for the purpose of reselling them. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the case, believing that the three men drove their luxury car close to a moving truck, and then repeatedly took photos of the driver's license's personal information, falsely claiming that a pebble had been thrown at them.
2024-09-04 11:06:00
Nippon Steel Corporation has announced the management structure it would adopt if it were to acquire U.S. Steel, a major American steel manufacturer, and revealed that the majority of its directors would be American nationals. This is likely an attempt to gain understanding amid a series of negative comments about the acquisition.
2024-09-04 11:01:00
The five-game match for the "Oza" title, one of the eight major titles in shogi, began on the 4th. Sota Fujii (22), who is aiming to defend his title, will be challenged by Takuya Nagase (31), who is aiming to reclaim his title.
2024-09-04 09:09:00
On the Tokyo Stock Exchange on the 4th, sell orders spread immediately after trading began, and the Nikkei average temporarily fell by more than 1,200 yen. A cautious view of the future of the American economy spread after an index showing business confidence in the manufacturing industry released in the United States on the 3rd fell short of market expectations. As a result, major stock indexes fell in unison on the New York market on the 3rd, and sell orders spread to many stocks in the Tokyo market as well.
2024-09-04 07:34:00
As rice becomes scarce at supermarkets and other places, some point out that the reason behind this is the government's policy of encouraging farmers to switch to other crops. In response to this, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Sakamoto stated at a press conference on the 3rd that he intends to continue with the current policy, stating that the demand for rice is on a downward trend in the long term.
2024-09-04 06:51:00
With regard to vegetables for commercial use, which account for approximately 30% of imports, some processing companies are moving to increase their procurement of domestically produced vegetables, in light of the risks involved in procuring them from overseas.
2024-09-04 06:37:00
The mixed team events for boccia have begun at the Paris Paralympics, and Japan has advanced to the quarterfinals after two consecutive wins in the preliminary league.
2024-09-04 06:31:00
On the 3rd, the New York stock market saw a resurgence of cautious views about the future of the US economy, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell sharply by more than $780 at one point.
2024-09-04 06:22:00
The Russian military's missile attacks on central Ukraine have so far killed 51 people and injured more than 200. President Zelensky has repeatedly called for the expedited provision of additional air defense systems and other equipment to protect Ukraine from Russian attacks.
2024-09-04 06:17:00
At the Paris Paralympics, on the 3rd, in the men's 400m track and field event, Takeru Matsumoto, who is competing in his second consecutive Olympics in the cerebral palsy class, set a new Asian record in a time of 53.63 seconds, finishing in fourth place, just 0.03 seconds behind the bronze medalist.
2024-09-04 06:16:00
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that Israeli troops will continue to be stationed in strategic locations in the Gaza Strip. As negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and the release of hostages continue, US media has reported that his remarks will have a negative impact on the negotiations in the Gaza Strip, leaving the future unclear.
2024-09-04 06:04:00
In the Constitutional Democratic Party leadership election, in addition to the two who have announced their candidacy, three others, including Chairman Izumi, who is seeking reelection, are continuing to do their best to secure sponsors. Lawmakers close to the three continue to exchange opinions about the party's internal situation, probing each other's movements.
2024-09-04 06:03:00
Following Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi, Secretary-General Motegi will announce his candidacy for the LDP presidential election on the 4th. As cabinet ministers and party executives announce their candidacy one after another, it is expected that a key issue in the election campaign will be whether to continue the policies and political reform direction of the Kishida administration.
2024-09-04 05:49:00
The first auction of autumn salmon took place on the 3rd at the Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, with the highest price going for 88,888 yen per kilogram.
2024-09-04 05:27:00
A boat carrying a large number of people believed to be illegal immigrants has been stranded in the Channel separating the UK and France, with 12 deaths confirmed so far. The UK's BBC reports that this is "the worst human casualty in this area this year."
