2025-02-10 21:12:00
An eruption occurred on Iwo Jima in the Ogasawara Islands in late January, and ejecta deposits have been spotted on the sea surface. The Japan Meteorological Agency is urging ships sailing in the area to exercise caution.
2025-02-10 20:38:00
Regarding the large-scale road collapse in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, Saitama Prefecture revealed at a countermeasures meeting held on the evening of the 10th that they have prepared a system to constantly check the inside of the pipes by drilling two holes about 10 cm in diameter that connect to the sewer pipes from above ground. The holes were drilled near what is believed to be the driver's seat of the fallen truck, which was found on the 5th of this month, and they hope to collect more accurate information by inserting small cameras and devices that can measure the location.
2025-02-10 19:21:00
A lawsuit was filed against "SMILE-UP," which is seeking compensation for the sexual assault case against Johnny Kitagawa, claiming that they are not obligated to pay compensation to a man who reported that he was a victim at NHK in Shibuya, Tokyo. The man's side indicated that they would not fight the lawsuit, and the case has now concluded. The man's attorney commented, "There is no change in my claim that I was a victim, but we took into consideration the psychological burden of a lawsuit."
2025-02-10 19:09:00
Regarding the reduction of social insurance premium burdens, policy chiefs from the Liberal Democratic Party, Komeito Party and the Japan Restoration Party met and decided to continue discussions among the three parties, stating that careful consideration is required as this is an issue that has a major impact on people's lives.
2025-02-10 18:48:00
In the accident in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture last month in which a student taking entrance exams was hit and killed by a drunk driver, footage from a dashcam taken at an intersection near the scene showed what appeared to be a light passenger vehicle ignoring traffic signals and nearly colliding with an oncoming vehicle. The light passenger vehicle is suspected of repeatedly ignoring traffic signals and driving the wrong way, and the police are investigating the matter in detail.
2025-02-10 18:45:00
A civic group has filed a complaint against Shinji Ishimaru, a candidate in last year's Tokyo gubernatorial election, with the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office, alleging that the campaign team of Ishimaru, who spent over 970,000 yen on a company that live-streamed rallies during the election period, may have engaged in bribery in violation of the Public Offices Election Act.
2025-02-10 17:59:00
Chinese media reported that China's countermeasures against the additional tariffs imposed by the US Trump administration were implemented in the early hours of the 10th. The Chinese government announced that it would impose additional tariffs of 15% on coal and LNG (liquefied natural gas) imported from the US, and 10% on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large-engine vehicles from the 10th. Meanwhile, at a press conference on the 10th, a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs would only say that "please check with the relevant department" when asked whether countermeasures had been implemented.
2025-02-10 16:58:00
Regarding the crime of dangerous driving resulting in death or injury, Minister of Justice Suzuki has asked the Legislative Council to consider amending the law to revise the application criteria. Discussions will be held on how to clarify cases of dangerous driving, such as drunk driving and high speed driving, including setting numerical standards.
2025-02-10 16:22:00
Details of the summit meeting between Prime Minister Shinzo Ishiba and US President Donald Trump have been revealed. Regarding Nippon Steel's plan to acquire US Steel, Prime Minister Ishiba explained that US Steel would continue to exist as an American company, retaining its management and workers, to which President Trump responded positively.
2025-02-10 15:50:00
Regarding PFAS, an organic fluorine compound some of which are considered hazardous, the Consumer Affairs Agency has indicated its intention to set water quality standards for mineral water and other drinking water similar to those for tap water, and to make quality control by law mandatory for manufacturers.
2025-02-10 13:02:00
On the 9th, U.S. President Donald Trump avoided giving specific details to reporters regarding reports that he had spoken with President Putin by phone about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but he did indicate that he believes dialogue with the Russian side is progressing.
2025-02-10 12:08:00
Japan's current account balance, which shows how much it has earned through trade and investment with other countries, recorded a surplus of more than 29 trillion yen last year, the largest ever, due in part to the weak yen and increased dividends received by Japanese companies from their overseas subsidiaries.
2025-02-10 11:48:00
In the trial of a 25-year-old defendant accused of attempted murder and other crimes for allegedly throwing an explosive device near former Prime Minister Kishida, who was visiting Wakayama City to support an election campaign two years ago, the prosecution sought a 15-year prison sentence, arguing that this was a "terrorist act aimed at a sitting prime minister."
2025-02-10 11:31:00
A medical corporation that operates the beauty clinic "TCB Tokyo Central Cosmetic Surgery" nationwide had reported the profits from the clinics as personal income, as each clinic's director had opened the clinic, but the National Tax Agency pointed out that the profits were actually corporate profits and that they were exempt from paying consumption tax, which did not actually apply to them. Interviews with people involved have revealed that the medical corporation was subject to additional tax of approximately 900 million yen.
2025-02-10 09:47:00
According to Fukushima Prefecture, an avalanche was found on a prefectural road in Tsuchiyu Onsen Town, Fukushima City, at around 4 a.m. on the 10th. Two hot spring inns are located about 3 kilometers from the site, and are now isolated. There are approximately 160 guests and employees at the inns, but no injuries have been confirmed. There was no damage to the buildings, electricity, gas, water, etc. are still working, and people can be contacted by phone. The prefecture is currently clearing snow from the avalanche site in order to prevent the hot spring inns from being isolated.
2025-02-10 08:56:00
According to JR East, the Yamanote Line has suspended operations on the inner loop since around 7:24 a.m. due to a signal check. As of 8:10 a.m., there is no prospect of resuming operations. For this reason, JR East is urging people to use other lines, such as the Keihin-Tohoku Line.
2025-02-10 08:01:00
With the Dodgers' camp set to begin in two days, pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto held his first voluntary training session at the camp's facilities on the 9th, playing catch to prepare for his second season. Meanwhile, Shohei Otani, who had been doing voluntary training for six days in a row, did not practice, but appeared relaxed at the camp's facilities, playing with his dog.
2025-02-10 07:42:00
On the 9th, US President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that he would announce on the 10th that he would impose an additional 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imported from all countries. During the presidential election, President Trump emphasized that the tariffs imposed during his first term in office had protected the US steel industry, and repeatedly called for the need for tariffs, citing the influx of cheap steel products from overseas, including China.
2025-02-10 07:24:00
Regarding Nippon Steel's plan to acquire U.S. Steel, U.S. President Trump emphasized to reporters aboard Air Force One on the 9th that Nippon Steel will not own a majority stake in U.S. Steel. Regarding the acquisition plan, President Trump stated at a joint press conference following the Japan-U.S. summit meeting on the 7th of this month that "We have agreed to make a large investment, not an acquisition," once again demonstrating his stance of not approving the acquisition.
2025-02-10 05:47:00
A survey conducted by the Japan Pediatric Society in January on the combined vaccine to prevent rubella and measles revealed that nearly half of doctors were unable to obtain the amount of vaccine they wanted. Vaccination reservations are being restricted or canceled, and calls are being made from medical facilities for a sufficient supply of the vaccine.
2025-02-10 05:45:00
As deliberations on the new fiscal year budget bill continue, the ruling coalition will continue policy discussions with the Japan Restoration Party and the Democratic Party for the People this week. Taking into account the time it will take to revise the budget bill, the ruling coalition hopes to reach an agreement by next week, and plans to continue to seek common ground.
2025-02-10 02:59:00
Israeli media reported that the Israeli military has withdrawn troops from one of the key locations in the Gaza Strip based on a ceasefire agreement with the Islamic organization Hamas. However, Prime Minister Netanyahu has taken a hard-line stance, making the move to the second phase, which aims for a permanent ceasefire, conditional on the expulsion of Hamas from the Gaza Strip, and future negotiations are expected to be difficult.
2025-02-10 02:36:00
Due to the strongest cold front of the season, snowfall intensified in various areas from the 3rd to the 9th of this month, with record-breaking snowfall in some areas, including the Japan Sea side and the Pacific coast, which usually receives little snow. Many areas saw more snowfall than average due to the sudden increase in snowfall, so caution is needed regarding traffic impacts and avalanches.
2025-02-10 01:21:00
China has announced that it will raise tariffs on American coal and LNG (liquefied natural gas) from the 9th in response to the additional tariff measures imposed by the Trump administration in the United States. If the tariff hike measures are implemented and the trade war between the United States and China intensifies, the impact on the global economy will be unavoidable, so the focus will be on the outcome of future negotiations between the two countries.
