2024-10-12 22:33:00
The lower reaches of the Arakawa River, which flows through eastern Tokyo and parts of Saitama, are called the man-made Arakawa Floodway, and a commemorative event was held in Tokyo's Kita Ward on the 12th to mark 100 years since water was first allowed through the channel.
2024-10-12 21:10:00
There are 13 days and six months until the opening of the Osaka Kansai Expo. Construction of the overseas pavilions, which have been criticized for their delays, is moving forward in order to be completed in time for the opening, but advance ticket sales have been sluggish due to a lack of interest nationwide, presenting an issue.
2024-10-12 21:03:00
Representatives of the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations, which will be awarded this year's Nobel Peace Prize, held a press conference in Tokyo on the 12th, where they spoke about their joy at receiving the award and their thoughts for the future.
2024-10-12 20:12:00
As fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah, a Shiite Islamic organization in neighboring Lebanon, United Nations peacekeeping forces monitoring the ceasefire in the border area have come under attack by the Israeli military every day, with four soldiers injured so far, leading to growing criticism from the international community.
2024-10-12 20:06:00
As tensions with China grow as the country strengthens its maritime presence in the South China Sea, the Philippine government is taking on new initiatives to strengthen not only its maritime capabilities but also its air defense capabilities, which have been criticized as weak until now, including procuring new fighter jets and building runways on remote islands that can be used jointly with the U.S. military. (Manila Bureau, Noriyuki Sakai)
2024-10-12 19:54:00
The day after it was announced that Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations (Nihon Hidankyo) had received this year's Nobel Peace Prize, Shigemitsu Tanaka, representative committee member of Nihon Hidankyo, expressed his joy at the award and renewed his determination to continue spreading the importance of peace.
2024-10-12 19:07:00
Ichiro Sugaya, a former Vice Minister of Reconstruction, was not approved for the LDP's official endorsement in the upcoming House of Representatives election due to an omission in his political funding report, but he had been aiming to run as an independent in Fukushima's 3rd district, but he has now made it clear that he will not run, citing a desire to put an end to issues regarding politics and money.
2024-10-12 18:56:00
On the afternoon of the 12th, a gas canister for a portable stove exploded during a sweet potato stew party on the banks of the Hirose River in Aoba Ward, Sendai City, causing five university students to suffer minor burns.
2024-10-12 18:24:00
On the 12th, it has been three weeks since the record heavy rains hit the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture. Landslides and other damage occurred one after another, damaging water purification plants and water pipes. In Wajima City and Suzu City, more than 1,100 homes remain without water. Following the earthquake in January this year, some areas have lost water again due to the heavy rains, and there are concerns about the impact of the prolonged situation on people's lives.
2024-10-12 18:18:00
Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, who is visiting Saga Prefecture where the National Sports Festival is being held, experienced making traditional hand-made washi paper at a workshop in Saga City on the afternoon of the 12th.
2024-10-12 18:01:00
The professional baseball Climax Series began on the 12th, and in the first game of the first stage of the Central League, DeNA defeated Hanshin 3-1, putting them one step closer to advancing to the final stage.
2024-10-12 17:38:00
Breast cancer is diagnosed in 90,000 people every year, and one in nine women will develop it at least once in their lifetime. Social media and the internet are full of inaccurate information about treatments. This month, October, is "Pink Ribbon Month." Awareness-raising activities are being held around the world to raise awareness of breast cancer and to promote correct knowledge about screening. Why not take the time to think about your own body?
2024-10-12 17:10:00
Nara's traditional autumn event, "Deer Antler Cutting," began on the 12th and was bustling with many spectators.
2024-10-12 14:27:00
Following an incident in June this year in which a man armed with a knife attacked a Japanese school bus in Suzhou, China, the Japanese Consul General in Shanghai has strongly urged the local mayor to share information about the background of the incident.
2024-10-12 13:55:00
Ahead of the announcement of the House of Representatives election on the 15th, a "Party Leader Debate" will be held by the Japan National Press Club. We will be broadcasting the debate from 2:05 pm.
2024-10-12 12:12:00
A Japan-U.S. Business Conference was held, where Japanese and American business leaders make policy recommendations to the governments of both countries. In light of the fact that Nippon Steel's plan to acquire U.S. Steel, a major American steel manufacturer, has become the subject of political controversy, representatives from both Japan and the U.S. called for a fair, rules-based review.
2024-10-12 12:04:00
This year's Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations, or Nihon Hidankyo, which has appealed for the abolition of nuclear weapons from the standpoint of atomic bomb survivors. A day after the award, the representative of Nihon Hidankyo spoke once again about his joy at receiving the award and his determination for the future.
2024-10-12 11:07:00
American aircraft manufacturer Boeing has announced plans to cut about 17,000 jobs, or about 10% of its total workforce. The company is facing tough times amid a slump in performance due to quality issues and a strike by the labor union.
2024-10-12 10:31:00
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking at a press conference in Germany during a visit to the country, said he wants to put an end to Russia's military aggression in order to realize the plan no later than next year, and called on Europe and the United States to continue providing military support.
2024-10-12 10:29:00
In the early hours of the 12th, a man was found collapsed in a tunnel on the Metropolitan Expressway in Shinjuku, Tokyo, and later died. Footage from a nearby camera showed a motorcycle falling over while in motion, and the man on board being hit by a car approaching from behind. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the possibility that it may have been a hit-and-run.
2024-10-12 08:13:00
The Dodgers and Padres will face off in the fifth game of the Major League Baseball playoff division series today, Japan time. Pitchers Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Yu Darvish are scheduled to start in this important match, where the winning team will advance to the league championship series, and the performance of Japanese players, including Shohei Otani, who leads the Dodgers' batting lineup, will hold the key to victory. We will be reporting on the game, which is scheduled to start just after 9:00 a.m. Japan time. NHK will be broadcasting it on General TV.
2024-10-12 07:42:00
In order to quickly identify "unknown infectious diseases," the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare will start a system from April next year under which medical institutions will report any undiagnosed respiratory symptoms and then conduct an investigation.
2024-10-12 07:16:00
The Russian Foreign Ministry protested to the Japanese Embassy in Russia over large-scale field exercises scheduled to begin later this month between the Self-Defense Forces and the U.S. military. Japan responded by saying the protests were unacceptable and expressed concern over increased Russian military activity around Japan.
2024-10-12 07:10:00
On the 11th, the New York Stock Exchange saw a rise in buying orders after the financial results announced by major financial institutions that day exceeded market expectations, causing the Dow Jones Industrial Average to hit a new record high.
2024-10-12 06:36:00
As the Israeli government says it will take countermeasures against a large-scale Iranian missile attack, Iran's foreign minister has warned Israel, emphasizing its readiness to retaliate, saying it is "ready to take stronger defensive action."
2024-10-12 06:34:00
This year's Nobel Peace Prize will be awarded to the Japan Confederation of A-bomb Sufferers Organizations, which has appealed for the abolition of nuclear weapons from the standpoint of atomic bomb survivors. The Japan Confederation of A-bomb Sufferers Organizations will hold a press conference in Tokyo on the afternoon of the 12th to once again appeal for the abolition of nuclear weapons.
2024-10-12 05:43:00
North Korea's Foreign Ministry said this month that South Korea had flown a drone over the capital, Pyongyang, to drop leaflets, and that it would take retaliatory measures if such actions were repeated. In response, a South Korean military official said, "The military has never sent a drone."
2024-10-12 05:31:00
In some cases, human resources service providers pay a portion of the fees they receive from companies as a "congratulatory bonus" to newly hired employees. However, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has decided to ban this practice in principle from April next year, as some people quit their jobs early in order to receive the money.
2024-10-12 05:20:00
Regarding "catch-up vaccinations" for people who missed the opportunity to receive the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer and other conditions, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has indicated to local governments that they will be able to receive the vaccination within the deadline if they receive their first dose by the end of November.
2024-10-12 04:59:00
This month, children began receiving a spray-type influenza vaccine, in which the vaccine is sprayed directly into the nose, which is the route of influenza virus infection.
