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Four men break into the Itabashi office in Tokyo, steal about 9 million yen in cash and run away

2023-02-21 23:26:00
On the afternoon of the 21st, a group of four men broke into a business office in Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, sprayed a woman in the room with liquid, took about 9 million yen in cash and escaped. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the whereabouts of the group of four as a robbery case.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake of M6.3 occurs Anxiety spreads among victims

2023-02-21 20:52:00
More than 47,000 people have been confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquake that struck near the Syrian border in southern Turkey on the 6th. In the early hours of the morning of the 21st Japan time, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.3 occurred, and as anxiety spreads among the victims, support for prolonged evacuation is required.

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Ceremony to thank three pandas Returned to China tomorrow Wakayama

2023-02-21 20:50:00
A ceremony was held at a theme park in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, to express gratitude to the three giant pandas before they were returned to China on the 22nd.

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Turkey/Syria earthquake: People looking for mementos [movement on the 21st]

2023-02-21 20:49:00
More than 47,000 people have been confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquake that struck near the Syrian border in southern Turkey on the 6th of this month. In Turkey, more than 1 million people continue to live as refugees in tents, etc., and although some areas have begun to move into temporary housing, it is expected to take some time before all applicants can move in. Two weeks after the quake, many of the collapsed buildings have been searched for survivors, while people can still be seen searching for mementos buried in the rubble.

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Supreme Court denies permission for Constitutional Guard rally in front of city hall ``does not violate constitution''

2023-02-21 20:40:00
Six years ago, when a group of pro-Constitutional citizens tried to hold a rally in the plaza in front of Kanazawa City Hall, the fact that the city did not allow them to use the plaza was considered a violation of the "freedom of assembly" guaranteed by the constitution. In a contested court decision, the Supreme Court dismissed the citizen group's appeal, ruling that it did not violate the Constitution.

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NHK employee arrested on suspicion of breaking into mansion

2023-02-21 20:34:00
An employee of the NHK Sapporo Broadcasting Station was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a mansion in Tokyo for breaking into an apartment without permission.

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NHK employee arrested on suspicion of breaking into mansion

2023-02-21 20:34:00
An employee of NHK Sapporo Broadcasting Station was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a mansion in Tokyo without permission.

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About 1.5m in diameter on the coast "Mysterious metal sphere" Hamamatsu, Shizuoka

2023-02-21 19:53:00
Police received a report that there was something like a mine on the coast of Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and an explosive ordnance disposal team was dispatched. According to the police, what was found was a metal sphere with a diameter of about 1.5 meters, and it was confirmed that the inside was hollow and there was no danger of explosion. We still don't know what the sphere is.

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Olympic rigging Governor of Tokyo Ideas to seek compensation for damages from rigging certified businesses

2023-02-21 19:48:00
Regarding the bid rigging case related to the operation of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, Governor Koike of Tokyo said that if the bid rigging is recognized, the liquidator of the Organizing Committee will take measures such as claiming damages against the business operators, and I clarified the idea of ​​seeking the return of public funds.

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A-bomb survivors' groups and other groups demand withdrawal of materials for Barefoot Gen

2023-02-21 19:26:00
On the 21st, a group made up of A-bomb survivors and others in the city of Hiroshima decided to stop posting the manga Barefoot Gen, which is used by the Hiroshima City Board of Education for peace education, and change it to something else. I went to the ward office and asked them to withdraw.

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Supreme Court denies permission for Constitutional Guard rally in front of city hall ``does not violate constitution''

2023-02-21 19:23:00
Six years ago, when a group of pro-Constitutional citizens tried to hold a rally in the plaza in front of Kanazawa City Hall, the fact that the city did not allow them to use the plaza was considered a violation of the "freedom of assembly" guaranteed by the constitution. In a contested court decision, the Supreme Court dismissed the citizen group's appeal, ruling that it did not violate the Constitution.

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Ueno Zoo panda "Shan Shan" arrives in China

2023-02-21 19:22:00
Ueno Zoo's panda "Shan Shan" left Japan from Narita Airport on the afternoon of the 21st and arrived in China, the destination, at around 6:15 pm Japan time. Xiang Xiang, who is now 5 years old and suitable for breeding, is expected to play an active role in the conservation and breeding of giant pandas in China.

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Supreme Court denies permission for Constitutional Guard rally in front of city hall ``does not violate constitution''

2023-02-21 18:55:00
Six years ago, when a group of pro-Constitutional citizens tried to hold a rally in the plaza in front of Kanazawa City Hall, the fact that the city did not allow them to use the plaza was considered a violation of the "freedom of assembly" guaranteed by the constitution. In a contested court decision, the Supreme Court dismissed the citizen group's appeal, ruling that it did not violate the Constitution.

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Emergency instructions to Kansai Electric Power About 150,000 customer information unauthorized viewing Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

2023-02-21 18:54:00
On the 21st, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry called President Nozomu Mori and issued an emergency instruction to comply with the law, due to the problem that employees of Kansai Electric Power illegally viewed the customer information of competitors owned by a subsidiary.

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Tochigi Moka Undergrowth burning fire One body Is a man in his 80s burning a field

2023-02-21 18:46:00
On the morning of the 21st, there was a fire that burned the undergrowth on the bank of Moka City, Tochigi Prefecture, and one person was found dead. Police suspect that a man in his 80s was caught in the middle of a burning fire.

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New Study Group on Employment of Persons with Disabilities Launched to Consider Desirable Ways and Issues

2023-02-21 18:33:00
With the increase in the employment rate of persons with disabilities, which is compulsory for companies, the workplaces and ways of working for persons with disabilities are diversifying. A study group was set up to discuss the desirable way of doing things and issues.

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``Cultured foie gras'' made from duck cells tasted for the first time

2023-02-21 18:31:00
A company that develops `` cultured foie gras '' created from duck cells using cell culture technology released the state of tasting to check the taste etc. for the first time on the 21st.

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Olympic rigging Tokyo plans to seek compensation for damages from certified rigging operators

2023-02-21 18:27:00
In the case of bid rigging related to the operation of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has requested that the liquidator of the Organizing Committee take legal action, such as claiming compensation for damages, if the bid rigging is recognized. made it clear that he would

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"Flying Car" Operators Announced for Expo '70 in Osaka, Kansai

2023-02-21 18:24:00
At the Expo '70 in Osaka, Kansai the year after next, the commercial operation of "flying cars" is being aimed at. rice field.

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Additional construction of more than 200 million yen for Utsunomiya LRT opening Derailment accident during trial operation

2023-02-21 18:24:00
In November last year, the LRT (next-generation tram) that was on trial in Utsunomiya City derailed, and the city needed additional construction for the opening of the summer this year. It has been revealed that it will cost more than 200 million yen.

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Tokyo Shoseki over 1000 errors in textbooks Strong guidance to prevent recurrence Minister of Education

2023-02-21 18:19:00
Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Nagaoka said that it was very regrettable that there were more than 1,000 mistakes in the high school map textbook of Tokyo Shoseki, and that he would give strong guidance to prevent recurrence.

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Emergency instruction to Kansai Electric Power due to unauthorized viewing of customer information Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

2023-02-21 18:10:00
On the evening of the 21st, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry called Kansai Electric Power President Nozomu Mori and issued an emergency order to comply with the law, due to the problem that Kansai Electric Power employees illegally browsed the customer information of competitors owned by a subsidiary. rice field.

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A 78-year-old man was hit on the sidewalk and died. Investigation of a man who escaped Yokohama

2023-02-21 18:08:00
On the night of the 20th, a man was hit on the head with something like a stick on the sidewalk along the national highway in Yokohama City and died, and it was confirmed that the man who died was a 78-year-old man living near the scene. Police are investigating the whereabouts of the escaped man as a homicide.

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Four men break into the Itabashi office in Tokyo, steal about 9 million yen in cash and run away

2023-02-21 17:58:00
On the afternoon of the 21st, a group of four men broke into a business office in Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, sprayed a woman in the room with liquid, took about 9 million yen in cash and escaped. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the whereabouts of the group of four as a robbery case.

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Ministry of Finance

2023-02-21 17:57:00
The Ministry of Finance has announced that the ``national burden ratio'', which indicates the ratio of taxes and social insurance premiums to the national income, is expected to be 47.5% this fiscal year (FY2022). Although it is slightly below last year's record high, it accounts for nearly half of the national income.

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Woman dies in Yokohama car Arrested husband ``Trouble after drinking together''

2023-02-21 17:47:00
On the 19th, a 26-year-old woman in Aikawa-cho, Kanagawa Prefecture was found dead in her car, and her husband was arrested on suspicion of causing injury. I found out that he made a statement to the effect that he was in trouble. Police are investigating the details of the incident.

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Tokyo High Court rejects ``dual nationality'' judgment following the first trial

2023-02-21 17:45:00
In a lawsuit claiming that it was unconstitutional for people who acquired foreign nationality but lost Japanese nationality to not have dual nationality under the provisions of the Nationality Law, the Tokyo High Court said, ``There is a risk of harm. The purpose of the law to prevent dual nationality as much as possible is reasonable.”

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11 votes difference Fraudulent voting in the village mayor election?

2023-02-21 17:37:00
In the mayoral election in Doshi Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, in July 2011, when there was only an 11-vote difference, the police voted illegally even though they did not live in the village. Documents were sent to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the election law.

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Only 24% of people know about the Disability Discrimination Act

2023-02-21 17:18:00
According to a national public opinion poll, only 24% of people answered that they were aware of the Disabled Discrimination Elimination Act, which eliminates discrimination on the basis of disability. I would like to make it known to the public."

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Tokyo mandates solar panels for newly built houses "economic effect of 200 billion yen or more"

2023-02-21 16:56:00
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has set up a special fund for the economic effect of making it mandatory to install solar panels on newly built houses. I clarified the trial calculation that it will be.

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11 votes difference Fraudulent voting in the village mayor election?

2023-02-21 16:52:00
In the mayoral election in Doshi Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, in July 2011, when there was only an 11-vote difference, the police voted illegally even though they did not live in the village. Documents were sent to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the election law.

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High temperatures nationwide from March to May, severe heat in summer Japan Meteorological Agency long-term forecast

2023-02-21 16:35:00
The Japan Meteorological Agency announced the long-term forecast for next month and beyond. Temperatures will rise nationwide for the next three months, and summer temperatures from June to August are expected to be at or above normal, and the heat is likely to be severe.

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Mother arrested for death of 2-year-old son Suspected of causing injury Kanagawa Fujisawa

2023-02-21 16:34:00
A 27-year-old mother from Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by assaulting her 2-year-old son at home. In response to her investigation, he stated that he was "not convinced" and denied her charges.

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One Year Before the Military Invasion: A Photo Exhibition Conveying the Current Situation in Ukraine Komae, Tokyo

2023-02-21 15:45:00
A photo exhibition is being held in Komae, Tokyo, showing the harsh reality of Ukraine, where Russia continues to invade the country, including residents who have evacuated.

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More than 40,700 dead in Turkey-Syria earthquake

2023-02-21 15:13:00
More than 47,000 people have been confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquake that struck near the Syrian border in southern Turkey on the 6th of this month. In Turkey, more than 1 million people continue to live as refugees in tents, etc., and although some areas have begun to move into temporary housing, it is expected to take some time before all applicants can move in. Two weeks after the quake, many of the collapsed buildings have been searched for survivors, while people can still be seen searching for mementos buried in the rubble.

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Mother arrested for death of 2-year-old son Suspected of causing injury Kanagawa Fujisawa

2023-02-21 15:08:00
A 27-year-old mother from Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by assaulting her 2-year-old son at home. In response to her investigation, he stated that he was "not convinced" and denied her charges.

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Ishigaki puffer donated by Sakana-kun Displayed at the aquarium Uozu, Toyama

2023-02-21 15:05:00
An exhibition of Ishigaki pufferfish donated by the talent "Sakana-kun", known as a fish expert, began on the 21st at the aquarium in Uozu City, Toyama Prefecture.

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Tokyo High Court rejects ``dual nationality'' judgment following the first trial

2023-02-21 14:12:00
The Tokyo High Court has filed a lawsuit following the first trial, claiming that it is unconstitutional that people who have acquired foreign nationality but lost Japanese nationality are not allowed to have dual nationality under the provisions of the Japanese Nationality Law. and refused to accept dual citizenship.

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Ueno Zoo Panda "Shan Shan" Departs from Narita Airport to China

2023-02-21 14:06:00
A cargo plane carrying Ueno Zoo's panda "Shan Shan" departed from Narita Airport before 1:00 pm on the 21st to China, the destination of the return.

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[Video] Sayonara Shan Shan "Cute" Summary

2023-02-21 13:37:00
The panda "Shang Shan" left the Ueno Zoo on the morning of the 21st and left Narita Airport for China, the destination of the return, before 1 pm. Shanshan was born six years ago in June 2017. Weight was 147 grams at 2 days old. At Ueno Zoo, there had never been a panda born through natural mating and successfully grown up, so Xiang Xiang attracted a lot of attention. A collection of adorable expressions from birth to just before the return.

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Three pandas in Wakayama Shirahama Town Last viewing before returning to China tomorrow

2023-02-21 13:14:00
At a theme park in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, many fans have been visiting since the morning to bid farewell to the three giant pandas that will be returned to China on the 22nd.

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Ueno Zoo Panda "Shan Shan" Departs from Narita Airport to China

2023-02-21 13:13:00
A cargo plane carrying Ueno Zoo's panda "Shan Shan" departed from Narita Airport before 1:00 pm on the 21st to China, the destination of the return.

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Logistics "2024 problem" Minister of Foreign Affairs "Appropriate fare payment is the first step to solve"

2023-02-21 12:59:00
In the logistics industry, there are concerns about a serious shortage of truck drivers and a decrease in the amount of transportation. He showed the idea that it is important to achieve an appropriate level in order to solve the problem.

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Train stuck Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport asks railway operators nationwide to take thorough measures to prevent recurrence

2023-02-21 12:52:00
Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito has asked railway operators nationwide to take thorough measures to prevent a recurrence of the problem of trains being stuck in JR West's jurisdiction due to heavy snowfall last month. bottom.

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Leiji Matsumoto's hometown, Nerima-ku, Tokyo

2023-02-21 12:29:00
In response to the death of manga artist Leiji Matsumoto, a flower stand was set up in his hometown of Nerima Ward, Tokyo, and fans were sorry to say goodbye with flowers.

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11 votes difference Fraudulent voting in the village mayor election?

2023-02-21 12:26:00
In the mayoral election in Doshi Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, in July 2011, when there was only an 11-vote difference, the police voted illegally even though they did not live in the village. Documents were sent to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the election law.

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``If you don't pay cash, you'll go to court'' Two gangsters arrested on suspicion of attempted fraud

2023-02-21 12:24:00
Two gangsters were arrested for trying to defraud a man in his 70s of 3 million yen in cash from a man in his 70s by making a false phone call saying, ``If you don't pay cash, you will be on trial.'' The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating that the two were defrauding the money by the same trick, as they were trying to send the cash to an empty room in Tokyo.

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A man was hit on the head on the sidewalk and died Investigating the whereabouts of a man who escaped Yokohama

2023-02-21 12:12:00
On the night of the 20th, a man was hit on the head with a stick and died on the sidewalk along National Route 1 in Yokohama City. Police are investigating the whereabouts of the man who beat them as a homicide and are proceeding to confirm the identity of the deceased man.

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Establishment of an expert panel to secure human resources for SDF personnel First meeting tomorrow

2023-02-21 12:05:00
In order to secure human resources for the Self-Defense Forces, an expert panel consisting of business and academic circles was established, and the first meeting will be held on the 22nd.

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Ueno Zoo Panda "Xiang Xian" Departure from Zoo Narita to China

2023-02-21 12:04:00
Ueno Zoo's panda "Shan Shan", which will be returned to China, left the zoo on the morning of the 21st and was put on a cargo plane at Narita Airport.

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Great Turkey/Syria Earthquake New M6.4 Earthquake Occurrence Concerns about Expansion of Damage

2023-02-21 11:49:00
More than 47,000 people have been confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquake that struck near the Syrian border in southern Turkey on the 6th of this month. While many people in the affected areas continue to live in evacuation shelters, a new earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 occurred in the early hours of the 21st (Japan time), raising concerns about the spread of damage.

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Suspected possession of "crossbow" without permission

2023-02-21 11:47:00
A 51-year-old office worker in Tokyo was sent to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the Swords and Firearms Act for possessing a Western-style bow called a "crossbow" without permission. Due to the revision of the law last year, the possession of crossbows was subject to a permit system in the same way as hunting guns.

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A man was hit on the head with a stick and died Finding a man who escaped Yokohama

2023-02-21 09:23:00
On the night of the 20th, a man was hit on the head with a stick on a sidewalk in Yokohama and died, and police are pursuing the whereabouts of the man who hit him and confirming the identity of the man who died.

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Holding a symposium to support troubled “siblings” Utsunomiya

2023-02-21 09:16:00
Did you know that people who have siblings who are sick or disabled are referred to as “siblings”? A symposium was held in Utsunomiya City to expand support for troubled "siblings".

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Ueno Zoo's panda "Shang Shan" departs the zoo after 7 am

2023-02-21 08:19:00
The panda "Shan Shan" of Ueno Zoo in Taito Ward, Tokyo, which will be returned to China, left the zoo after 7 am.

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JR Utsunomiya Line JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line restarted operation

2023-02-21 08:17:00
Due to the accident, the JR Utsunomiya Line was suspended on the inbound and outbound lines between Tokyo Station and Utsunomiya Station, but resumed operation at 8:10 am. In addition, the direct section of the Utsunomiya Line north of Shinjuku Station on the JR Shonan Shinjuku Line, which had been suspended due to an accident on the Utsunomiya Line, has also resumed operation.

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Crime gang members and real estate company employees suspected of attempted fraud Misuse of vacant room information

2023-02-21 07:57:00
Investigators say that two gang members were arrested for trying to defraud an elderly man in Tokyo of several million yen by making a false phone call saying, ``If you don't pay cash, you'll be on trial.'' I understood from the interview. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating that the two were defrauding the money by the same trick, as they were trying to send the cash to an empty room in Tokyo.

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Village mayoral election with a difference of 11 votes or fraudulent voting or 6 people sent to document prosecution Yamanashi Michimura

2023-02-21 07:53:00
In the July 2018 village mayoral election, which had a margin of only 11 votes, the police accused six people of violating the Public Offices Election Law on the 21st, even though they did not live in the village. I learned from interviews with investigative officials that the policy is to send documents to the prosecutor on suspicion of .

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Turkey/Syria earthquake Occupancy begins in temporary housing in some areas of Turkey

2023-02-21 07:49:00
More than 47,000 people have been confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquake that struck near the Syrian border in southern Turkey on the 6th of this month. In Turkey, more than 1 million people continue to live as refugees in tents, etc., and although some areas have begun to move into temporary housing, it is expected to take some time before all applicants can move in.

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Ueno Zoo's panda "Shang Shan" departs the zoo after 7 am

2023-02-21 07:38:00
The panda "Shan Shan" of Ueno Zoo in Taito Ward, Tokyo, which will be returned to China, left the zoo after 7 am.

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JR Utsunomiya Line JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line Suspension of operation

2023-02-21 07:14:00
The JR Utsunomiya Line has been operating on the inbound and outbound lines between Tokyo Station and Utsunomiya Station since around 6:43 a.m. due to an accident that occurred between Hasuda Station in Hasuda City, Saitama Prefecture and Higashi Omiya Station in Minuma Ward, Saitama City. I am on hold. Due to this influence, the JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line has suspended operation in the direct section of the Utsunomiya Line north of Shinjuku Station.

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[Video] At work on the train Check the news on your smartphone this morning!

2023-02-21 06:08:00
February 21 "Good morning Japan" 6 o'clock. For details, please see NHK Plus. (Video is 57 seconds, not available on data broadcasting)

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New earthquake in southern Turkey estimated to be M6.4 M5.8 earthquake observed in a few minutes

2023-02-21 05:26:00
More than 47,000 people have been confirmed dead so far in the devastating earthquake that struck near the Syrian border in southern Turkey on the 6th of this month. In the affected areas, while many people continue to live in evacuation shelters, a new earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 occurred in the early hours of the 21st (Japan time), raising concerns about further damage.

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Ueno Zoo's panda 'Shang Xiang' returned to China today

2023-02-21 05:06:00
The panda "Shang Shan" at Ueno Zoo in Tokyo's Taito Ward will be returned to China on the 21st.

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G7 Hiroshima Summit Security Forces Removal of Abandoned Ship Near Venue Hiroshima Prefecture

2023-02-21 05:00:00
Regarding the ships that were abandoned in the harbor near the venue of the G7 Hiroshima Summit in May and were capsizing or about to sink, Hiroshima Prefecture decided to detain 10 unidentified ships so as not to hinder security. decided to forcibly remove it.

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