2024-11-19 23:02:00
On the 19th, Russian President Putin approved lowering the threshold for the use of nuclear weapons. This is believed to be an attempt to strongly warn the United States, as it has been reported that the Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use long-range missiles to attack Russian territory.
2024-11-19 22:49:00
It has been revealed that the Sony Group is considering acquiring the major publishing company, Kadokawa. This is believed to be an attempt to strengthen the entertainment business, including anime and games.
2024-11-19 22:02:00
Rui Hachimura, who has represented Japan in two consecutive Olympic Games as a member of the Japanese men's basketball team and plays in the NBA (American professional basketball league), made comments to the Japan Basketball Association such as "I feel like they're after money," and also expressed his opinion on the selection of the Japanese national team coaching staff, saying "it's disappointing," in a press conference. In response to this, the association will begin investigating the true meaning of his comments.
2024-11-19 21:38:00
The four major non-life insurance companies have been asked by the Financial Services Agency to provide additional information regarding the leak of customer information of other companies by employees seconded from the major non-life insurance companies to insurance agencies. At a press conference announcing the financial results on the 19th, the parent companies of the companies indicated their intention to verify the facts and implement thorough measures to prevent recurrence.
2024-11-19 21:29:00
At COP29, the United Nations conference to discuss climate change, being held in Azerbaijan, negotiations over funding to support climate change measures in developing countries are proving difficult. Meanwhile, the G20 leaders' declaration issued at the summit of the Group of Twenty countries being held in Brazil highlighted the need to promote the flow of private funds for climate change measures. Attention is focused on whether this will lead to progress in the negotiations at COP29.
2024-11-19 21:24:00
Several Russian media outlets reported, citing the Ministry of Defense, that on the 19th, the Ukrainian military attacked Bryansk Oblast in western Russia using six long-range ATACMS missiles, which the Biden administration in the United States reportedly authorized for use on Russian territory. The Russian military shot down several ATACMS missiles, causing fires when debris fell on military facilities, but the fires were quickly put out and no injuries were reported.
2024-11-19 21:03:00
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced its rice crop forecast as of last month, downgrading the crop's forecast from "slightly good" in the previous survey to "average" due to the impact of record high temperatures in Kyushu and the Chugoku region.
2024-11-19 21:02:00
The Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament is on its 10th day. Ozeki Kotosakura beat Shozaru and Ozeki Toyonoryu beat Kotoshoho to maintain their record of one loss.
2024-11-19 20:20:00
Regarding the further revision of the Political Funds Control Act, senior officials of the Liberal Democratic Party's Political Reform Headquarters met and confirmed that the party's political reform proposal will include abolishing policy activity expenses.
2024-11-19 19:38:00
This is a new development surrounding Seven & i Holdings, which has received a 7 trillion yen takeover proposal from a major Canadian convenience store chain. It has been revealed that a special purpose company established mainly by the company's founding family will raise over 8 trillion yen from three megabanks and major American financial institutions, and then carry out a tender offer for Seven & i shares, with the plan to complete the procedure within this fiscal year.
2024-11-19 19:01:00
Regarding new economic measures, the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito presented a revised proposal in response to the request from the Democratic Party for the People to include wording that would lead to a review of the so-called "1.03 million yen annual income barrier." The Democratic Party for the People expressed its appreciation for the proposal, and it was decided that the two parties would hold another meeting on the 20th.
2024-11-19 18:03:00
US media has reported that the US Department of Justice has decided to ask a court to order the sale of Google's internet browsing software business in order to rectify the company's market monopoly.
2024-11-19 17:56:00
On the 19th, the Metropolitan Police Department transferred a 50-year-old executive of the Philippines-based crime group "JP Dragon" to Japan and arrested him for his involvement in a specialized fraud scheme targeting Japanese people from the Philippines. It has also been revealed that the leader of the "Luffy Group," which has committed a series of widespread robberies in Japan, had a video call with the executive at a detention facility after his arrest, and the Metropolitan Police Department plans to investigate the details of the incident.
2024-11-19 16:59:00
Regarding the government's new economic measures, Minister of State for Children's Policy Mihara expressed her desire to include measures to improve support for young people who wish to get married, while also keeping in mind the need to make the economy and society sustainable.
2024-11-19 16:58:00
The National Police Agency announced that the U.S. Department of Justice, with the cooperation of the Japanese police, has arrested a 42-year-old Russian operator of a group called "Phobos," which repeatedly launches cyber attacks on public institutions and companies around the world. At least 70 cases of "ransomware" cyber attacks related to "Phobos" have been confirmed in Japan, and this is the first time that the operator has been arrested.
2024-11-19 16:31:00
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced on the 19th that the average price of this year's new rice last month was 23,820 yen per 60 kg for all brands, 57% higher than the same month last year. This is the highest monthly average since the survey began in 2006, and marks the second consecutive month of record highs.
2024-11-19 16:20:00
Following an accident this month at a high school in Saitama City in which a vehicle used for grounds maintenance and other purposes was driven by a student and overturned, killing a 17-year-old male passenger, the school held a press conference on the 19th, revealed that the vehicle was in a condition that anyone could drive, and offered an apology.
2024-11-19 15:54:00
On the 19th, stock prices on the Tokyo Stock Exchange rose as buying orders were placed for semiconductor-related stocks and other stocks.
2024-11-19 15:50:00
As the number of losses caused by fraudulent credit card use continues to rise, the card industry as a whole has decided to launch a new initiative to instantly share information about suspected fraudulent transactions with affiliated stores and other parties.
2024-11-19 14:52:00
On the 18th, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed that the airstrikes on Iran in October were aimed at targets related to the country's nuclear program, likely in an attempt to deter Iran, which has indicated it will retaliate.
2024-11-19 14:43:00
Regarding the derailment of a freight train on the JR Hakodate Line in Hokkaido, Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Nakano has instructed JR Hokkaido and JR Freight to investigate the cause and consider measures to prevent a recurrence, and has also instructed railway operators nationwide to inspect the rails.
2024-11-19 14:14:00
North Korea's state media reported that a delegation from the Russian General Staff Military Academy arrived in the capital, Pyongyang, on the 18th. This is believed to be an attempt to accelerate military exchanges following the completion of the ratification process of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between the two countries.
2024-11-19 13:45:00
The 28 candidates for the American Baseball Hall of Fame, which is awarded to players who have made great achievements in the major leagues, have been announced, and Ichiro, who holds the major league record of 262 hits in a season, has been inducted. If a Japanese player is inducted into the American Baseball Hall of Fame, it will be a first.
2024-11-19 13:40:00
A 29-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of violating the Sword and Firearms Control Law for possessing a lethal electromagnetic gun, commonly known as a "coil gun." The suspect had posted a video of the manufacturing process on a video distribution site, and the Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the details of the incident.
2024-11-19 13:36:00
The first day of discussions took place at the G20 summit in Brazil. Chinese President Xi Jinping stated, "We must uphold multilateralism and protect the international system centered on the United Nations and the world order based on international law," expressing his view that unilateralism should be avoided in order to realize a world without disparities between rich and poor.
2024-11-19 13:23:00
The Mycoplasma pneumonia epidemic, which is characterized by symptoms such as fever and a persistent cough and often affects children, continues. As of the 10th of this month, the number of patients reported by medical institutions nationwide remains high at 2.43 patients per medical institution.
2024-11-19 12:59:00
On the 17th, voting took place in the Hyogo Prefectural gubernatorial election, and cabinet ministers and others made a series of statements regarding the fact that social media has been said to have had a major influence on the election.
2024-11-19 12:57:00
Two dolphins that had been kept at an aquarium in Fukui Prefecture due to the effects of the Noto Peninsula earthquake were to be returned to the aquarium in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and departed on the morning of the 19th, seen off by their zookeepers.
2024-11-19 12:43:00
On the 18th, chickens were found dead at a poultry farm in Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture, and the prefecture announced that highly pathogenic avian influenza virus had been detected. The prefecture is in the process of disposing of approximately 15,000 chickens.
2024-11-19 12:30:00
Motohiko Saito, who was elected for a second time in the Hyogo Prefectural Governor election held on the 17th, received his certificate of election at the prefectural office on the 19th and took office as governor.
2024-11-19 12:11:00
The lineup of singers for the annual New Year's Eve Red and White Song Battle was announced today, with 41 groups participating in both the Red and White shows. Ten groups will be making their first appearance this year.
2024-11-19 11:55:00
The Metropolitan Police Department arrested five members of a sex industry scout group on suspicion of violating the Employment Security Act for introducing women recruited on social media to sex industry establishments. The group had contracts with approximately 350 establishments nationwide, sent women's profiles to multiple establishments, and introduced them to the establishment that offered the highest price. The Metropolitan Police Department believes that the group may have received hundreds of millions of yen in compensation so far.
2024-11-19 11:34:00
Chinese state media reported that a car hit people in front of a primary school in Changde, Hunan Province, inland on the morning of the 19th, leaving many injured. The details of the incident and the number of injured people are not yet known.
2024-11-19 10:56:00
It has been learned through interviews with people familiar with the matter that the Fair Trade Commission has decided to soon issue a warning to Itoki, a major office furniture manufacturer, for actions such as failing to pay overtime wages to companies that deliver its products, which may constitute a violation of the Antimonopoly Act.
2024-11-19 10:16:00
Regarding the situation in Sudan, Africa, where armed conflict between the military and paramilitary groups continues and the humanitarian crisis is worsening, a draft resolution was submitted to the United Nations Security Council calling for an end to fighting and dialogue, but it was rejected by Russia, who used his veto.
2024-11-19 10:12:00
At the G20 summit being held in Brazil in South America, Brazil, the current chair country, issued a leaders' declaration that includes wording such as, "Inequality is at the root of global challenges. We will work to eliminate inequality in all its dimensions."
2024-11-19 09:22:00
US President-elect Donald Trump has suggested on social media that he is preparing to declare a state of emergency to carry out a large-scale deportation operation, a policy he touted during the election campaign to combat illegal immigration.
2024-11-19 09:02:00
Following the derailment of a freight train in Morimachi, Hokkaido this month, JR Hakodate Line services had been suspended on some sections. However, with restoration work now complete, services resumed on the morning of the 19th, four days after the first train.
2024-11-19 07:02:00
Shuntaro Tanikawa, one of the leading poets of our time, known for his keenly-sensed and approachable poems such as "Two Billion Light Years of Solitude" and "Ikiru," passed away on the 13th of this month at a hospital in Tokyo due to old age. He was 92 years old.
2024-11-19 07:00:00
Due to the winter pressure pattern and strong cold front, the morning of the 19th in northern Japan was below freezing, making it the coldest day of the season, and in central Tokyo it was bitterly cold, at just 8 degrees. Heavy snow is expected to fall in the mountainous areas of northern Japan through the morning of the 19th, so caution is advised when driving on snowy roads.
2024-11-19 06:39:00
Spirit Airlines, an American low-cost airline, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the equivalent of Japan's Civil Rehabilitation Act, and revealed that it had gone bankrupt. The company's business had deteriorated due to intensifying competition in the airline industry and rising costs.
2024-11-19 06:23:00
Prime Minister Ishiba met with British Prime Minister Starmer while in Brazil for the first time since taking office, and the two leaders agreed to establish a new framework for economic discussions between foreign and economic ministers, a so-called economic version of "2+2."
2024-11-19 05:14:00
Regarding the government's new economic measures, the Democratic Party for the People is calling for the inclusion of wording that would lead to a review of the so-called "1.03 million yen annual income barrier." As a result, the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito have decided to continue to adjust the wording, including considering it in future discussions on tax reform.
2024-11-19 05:12:00
On the 19th, it will be 1,000 days since Russia began its military invasion of Ukraine. As the invasion continues, it has been reported that US President Biden has authorized Ukraine to use long-range missiles provided by the US to attack Russian territory, causing a backlash from Russia.
2024-11-19 05:04:00
It has been learned that the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare is reviewing the "employed elderly pension" system, which reduces pensions for people aged 65 or older who earn a certain amount of income, to ensure that the system does not discourage elderly people from working. The ministry is considering either raising the income threshold at which pensions are reduced or abolishing the system altogether.
2024-11-19 05:00:00
In an NHK opinion poll, people were asked what impact they thought the election of Republican candidate Donald Trump as the new president of the United States in the presidential election would have on Japan. 60% of respondents said it would have a negative impact.
