Social News(2023/03/31)
JR Sobu Line Rapid Service JR Chuo/Sobu Station Stop
2023-03-31 23:55:00
The JR Sobu Rapid Line has suspended operation between Tokyo Station and Chiba Station due to the accident that occurred at Kinshicho Station in Sumida Ward, Tokyo around 11:13 pm. In addition, due to this accident, JR Chuo and Sobu local trains are also suspended on the inbound and outbound lines between Mitaka Station and Chiba Station in Mitaka City, Tokyo. According to JR, the resumption of operation is expected to be around 0:10 am.
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A 74-year-old woman who died in a Toyama house fire is suspected of being suffocated by her neck
2023-03-31 22:02:00
Police investigated the body of a 74-year-old woman who was confirmed dead in a house fire in Toyama City on the 30th, and found that the woman was suspected of being suffocated due to pressure on her neck. At the time of the fire, a daughter in her 40s who was lying in the same room had wounds on her neck and arms that seemed to have been cut by herself, so the police are investigating the details.
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A car that overturned on the street burns, two people are found dead Kumamoto
2023-03-31 21:50:00
On the night of the 31st, an overturned car caught fire on the street in Higashi Ward, Kumamoto City, and two people were found dead. The police are proceeding with the identification and are investigating the details.
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare Confirms Facts with Jehovah's Witnesses in Response to "Points to Child Abuse"
2023-03-31 21:33:00
Regarding the religious group "Jehovah's Witnesses", the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has confirmed the facts with the people involved in the religious group in response to the point that there was an act of child abuse by the second generation who have a believer parent. . The cult explained that it did not condone child abuse, so the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare requested that believers be made aware of the cult's policies.
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Voices from both parties who cannot vote by mail
2023-03-31 20:18:00
Prior to the unified local elections, NHK conducted a questionnaire survey targeting election management committees of municipalities nationwide, asking about their responses to voting for people with disabilities. Among them, more than 40 responses were received requesting to expand the scope of mail-in ballots, which are severely restricted by law. For those who find it difficult to get to a polling station, a vote by mail is a method of filling in a ballot at home and voting by mail. Six years ago, a research group of experts from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications put together a proposal that the scope of the law should be expanded, but the law has not yet been revised. These are the voices sent to the questionnaire and the thoughts of the parties concerned.
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Last year's credit card fraud damage amounted to more than 43 billion yen, the worst ever
2023-03-31 20:09:00
The Japan Credit Association has summarized and announced the results of a survey that the amount of damage caused by unauthorized use of credit cards last year exceeded 43 billion, the worst ever.
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Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology summarizes comprehensive measures against school refusal
2023-03-31 19:10:00
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) has compiled a comprehensive set of countermeasures against school refusal, which reached a record high last year. We are also requesting that online classes taken at home etc. be reflected in the grades.
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Proposal for extension of Tsukuba Express to Tsuchiura Ibaraki
2023-03-31 19:08:00
On the 31st, the prefecture's third-party committee, which has been considering the extension destination of the Tsukuba Express in Ibaraki Prefecture, has compiled a proposal for the Tsuchiura area as the extension destination.
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Ministry of Defense measures to prevent recurrence
2023-03-31 19:07:00
In response to the incident in which a former Maritime Self-Defense Force Captain 1st Class leaked information containing "designated secrets," which requires a high degree of information security, to retirees, the Ministry of Defense has taken measures such as centralizing contact points for retirees to prevent a recurrence. I have put together a strategy.
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Last year's credit card fraud damage amounted to more than 43 billion yen, the worst ever
2023-03-31 18:56:00
The Japan Credit Association has summarized and announced the results of a survey that the amount of damage caused by unauthorized use of credit cards last year exceeded 43 billion, the worst ever.
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In the future [details]
2023-03-31 18:50:00
The birthrate is declining at a faster pace than expected. The number of children born last year fell below 800,000 for the first time since the start of statistics (preliminary figures), a record low. Under these circumstances, the government has put together a draft plan for strengthening countermeasures against the declining birthrate. In what ways were notable measures such as child allowances, measures to reduce the burden of higher education expenses, and promotion of taking childcare leave included? The points are summarized in detail with six "Qs".
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Ukrainian evacuees and tuition trouble School corporation to refund full amount
2023-03-31 18:38:00
A school corporation in Maebashi City, which had been in trouble with students who had evacuated from Ukraine over tuition fees, decided to refund the full amount of tuition fees already paid to the students.
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Unauthorized browsing problem at a major electric power company Business improvement order to 5 companies Recommendation to Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
2023-03-31 18:33:00
The Electricity and Gas Market Surveillance Commission of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) said that Kansai Electric Power Co., Kyushu Electric Power Co., and Chugoku Electric Power Co.'s subsidiaries were involved. recommended to the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry to issue a business improvement order.
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Nihon University sues ex-president Tanaka and others for damages of more than 1.1 billion yen
2023-03-31 18:26:00
Nihon University filed a lawsuit with the Tokyo District Court seeking damages of more than 1.1 billion yen in response to a series of incidents involving former president Hidetoshi Tanaka, who was the head of the school corporation, and former directors.
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Proposal for extension of Tsukuba Express to Tsuchiura Ibaraki
2023-03-31 18:09:00
On the 31st, the prefecture's third-party committee, which has been considering the extension destination of the Tsukuba Express in Ibaraki Prefecture, has compiled a proposal for the Tsuchiura area as the extension destination.
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JAXA to launch H2A rocket with lunar probe after August
2023-03-31 18:04:00
JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) has determined the impact of the failure of the first launch of Japan's new rocket "H3" on H2A rocket No. Above, we announced that we will launch after August this year.
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Ceremony to commemorate restoration of Date Masamune equestrian statue damaged by earthquake Sendai Castle Ruins
2023-03-31 18:03:00
The "Date Masamune Equestrian Statue" in Sendai City, which was damaged by the earthquake in March last year, has been repaired, and a commemorative ceremony was held on the 31st.
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"Yu-Pack" price to be raised by this fall Japan Post to consider postage
2023-03-31 17:56:00
Japan Post has announced that it will raise the price of Yu-Pack parcels in the fall of this year. We are also considering raising the postage for postcards and envelopes.
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New airline "Toki Air" is permitted to operate, aiming to start operations at the end of June
2023-03-31 17:41:00
On March 31, Toki Air, a new airline based at Niigata Airport, received a business license from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, allowing it to enter the aviation industry. We aim to start operations at the end of June this year.
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Autonomous driving "Level 4" Fukui Eiheiji Town vehicle approved for the first time Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
2023-03-31 17:25:00
With the enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law, the ban on fully automated driving "Level 4" will be lifted under certain conditions from the 1st. Prior to this, it turned out that the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism approved the vehicle operated in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture for the first time as a "Level 4" automated driving vehicle.
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“Career bureaucrat” recruitment exam applications decreased 6% Second lowest
2023-03-31 17:14:00
The number of applicants for the exam for so-called "career bureaucrats" to be hired next spring was over 14,300, a drop of more than 6% from the previous fiscal year, and the second lowest number since the current exam system was introduced. .
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Niigata Sanko Confectionery Factory Fire “Difficult to evacuate due to smoke containing toxic gas” Fire and Disaster Management Agency
2023-03-31 17:00:00
In February last year, a fire killed six people at the factory of Sanko Seika, a confectionery maker in Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture. A final report was compiled stating that a large amount of smoke was generated and evacuation became difficult.
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The government's declining birthrate countermeasures include abolition of child allowance income restrictions, etc.
2023-03-31 16:57:00
The government has put together a draft plan to strengthen countermeasures against the declining birthrate, including the abolishment of income limits on child allowances, extension of the period until high school graduation, a system where parents can leave their children at nursery schools even if they are not working, and the economic burden of higher education. included mitigation measures.
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More than 5,100 food items raised in April Price hikes may drag on
2023-03-31 16:52:00
A survey by a credit research company found that more than 5,100 items of food and beverages will be raised in price next month, which will be the new fiscal year. A research company says, ``Frequent and intermittent price increases may drag on until around October,'' as it will be the second ``price increase rush'' after February.
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NTT Docomo 5.29 million personal information leaked on "Plala" and "Hikari TV"
2023-03-31 16:46:00
NTT Docomo has announced that up to 5.29 million personal information may have been leaked from its Internet connection service "Plala".
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Problems in 13 models including Honda "Fit" Improvement measures for more than 580,000 vehicles
2023-03-31 16:18:00
Honda has notified the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of improvement measures based on the recall for more than 580,000 vehicles, saying that there is a problem with the brake system of 13 models such as the "Fit" and that the brakes may become heavy.
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Dead boy in Edogawa confirmed as missing boy
2023-03-31 15:45:00
A young boy who was found dead on the morning of the 31st in the Edo River, which flows between Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture and Tokyo, was confirmed to be a 3-year-old boy who had been missing since the 30th in a park near the scene. . Police are investigating the details.
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About 360,000 vehicles recalled due to defects in 5 models including Suzuki "Every"
2023-03-31 15:34:00
Suzuki, an automobile manufacturer, has notified the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of a recall of approximately 360,000 units, saying that there is a problem with the transmission of five light cargo vehicles such as "Every" and there is a risk that they will not be able to run.
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Camphor tree saplings exposed to the atomic bomb Planted in the square of the new Nagasaki City Hall
2023-03-31 15:16:00
Camphor tree saplings, which were exposed to the atomic bombing of Nagasaki 78 years ago, were planted in the plaza of the new Nagasaki City Hall, which will be open for use from the 1st, with a wish for peace.
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NTT Docomo 5.29 million personal information leaked on "Plala" and "Hikari TV"
2023-03-31 14:49:00
NTT DoCoMo has announced that up to approximately 5.29 million personal information such as user names, addresses, and phone numbers may have been leaked from its Internet connection service "Plala" and video distribution service "Hikari TV." . It does not contain credit card information or bank account numbers. NTT DoCoMo commented, ``We deeply apologize for the inconvenience and concern caused to our customers,'' as the cause is under investigation.
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Former vice-minister of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism requests the appointment of OB as president Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism thinks about the investigation
2023-03-31 14:46:00
Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Saito plans to investigate the fact that the former vice-minister of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism met with executives of an airport facility management company last year and asked them to make an alumnus of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism the next president. showed.
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Requests for power saving in winter ended to secure additional power sources for summer Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
2023-03-31 14:12:00
The government's winter power saving request will end on the 31st. Although the power supply and demand situation did not become tight due to the efforts of households and companies to save electricity, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is working to secure additional power sources by restarting idle thermal power plants for this summer. I am going to
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"Mina point 2nd" application extended until the end of September Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
2023-03-31 14:03:00
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has announced that it will extend the application deadline to the end of September for the ``Minor Point 2nd'' with points worth up to 20,000 yen. We are calling for early applications for those who have applied for the card by last month.
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Namie Town, Fukushima Part of difficult-to-return zone Evacuation order lifted after more than 12 years
2023-03-31 13:09:00
On the morning of the 31st, the evacuation order, which had been in place for more than 12 years due to the accident at the Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, was lifted in part of the difficult-to-return zone in Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture.
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Autonomous driving "Level 4" Fukui Eiheiji Town vehicle approved for the first time Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
2023-03-31 12:44:00
With the enforcement of the revised Road Traffic Law, the ban on fully automatic driving "Level 4" of cars under specific conditions will be lifted from the 1st. Prior to this, it turned out that the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism approved the vehicle operated in Eiheiji Town, Fukui Prefecture for the first time as a "Level 4" automated driving vehicle.
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Aichi 10 casualty accident Pick-up driver "I didn't notice the other car until just before"
2023-03-31 12:16:00
On the 30th, a car from a nursing care facility collided with a passenger car at an intersection in Inazawa City, Aichi Prefecture, killing 10 people. I found out through interviews with the people involved.
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Wholesale egg prices hit record highs for 2 consecutive months Due to soaring feed prices, etc.
2023-03-31 12:10:00
The wholesale price of eggs this month was the highest since 1993, when the statistics were released, due to soaring feed prices and the spread of bird flu, and it was the highest price for two consecutive months.
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Cardiopulmonary arrest found in an infant in Edogawa, confirm as unknown 3-year-old boy
2023-03-31 12:09:00
In a park along the Edo River in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, a 3-year-old boy had been missing since the evening of the 30th, but on the morning of the 31st, a young boy was found in a state of cardiopulmonary arrest in the Edo River near the park. . Police are confirming that the boy is the boy based on the characteristics of his clothing.
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Unemployment rate 2.6% in February, 0.2 points worse than the previous month
2023-03-31 10:35:00
The national unemployment rate was 2.6% in February, down 0.2 percentage points from January. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications said, "The number of people leaving their jobs due to job changes tends to increase during this period, and the employment situation as a whole is on a recovery trend."
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Cardiopulmonary arrest found in an infant in Edogawa, confirm as unknown 3-year-old boy
2023-03-31 10:20:00
In a park along the Edo River in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, a 3-year-old boy had been missing since the evening of the 30th, but on the morning of the 31st, a young boy was found in a state of cardiopulmonary arrest in the Edo River near the park. . Police are confirming that the boy is the boy based on the characteristics of his clothing.
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People in their 30s are the highest in the age group that "sometimes feel lonely" Survey of actual conditions in the country
2023-03-31 10:05:00
In a national fact-finding survey, 5% of all respondents answered that they often or always feel lonely, with 7% of respondents in their 30s having the highest percentage for each age group. A person in charge of the government said, "Since the feeling of loneliness is increasing among the younger generation, we would like to promote measures."
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Cardiopulmonary arrest found in an infant in Edogawa Confirmation with an unknown 3-year-old boy
2023-03-31 09:30:00
According to the police, around 8:30 am on the 31st, a young boy was found in a state of cardiopulmonary arrest in Edogawa, which flows through Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture and Edogawa Ward, Tokyo. In a park along the Edo River in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, which is close to the scene, the whereabouts of a 3-year-old boy have been unknown since the evening of the 30th, and police are confirming that he is the boy based on the characteristics of his clothes.
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Unemployment rate 2.6% in February, 0.2 points worse than the previous month
2023-03-31 08:41:00
According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the nationwide unemployment rate was 2.6% in February, down 0.2 percentage points from the previous month.
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Active job openings-to-applicants ratio in February: 1.34 times Decreased for 2 consecutive months
2023-03-31 08:38:00
The active job openings-to-applicants ratio in February was 1.34 times, down 0.01 points from the previous month, and decreased for two consecutive months. I see that
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Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology summarizes comprehensive measures against school refusal
2023-03-31 08:22:00
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has compiled comprehensive measures for school refusal, which will reach a record high in 2021. We will also ask students to reflect the online classes they took at home in their grades.
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Chiba Ichikawa 3-year-old boy is missing in a park along the Edogawa River, please provide information
2023-03-31 06:46:00
千葉県市川市にある江戸川沿いの公園で、家族と花見をしていた3歳の男の子の行方が30日から分からなくなっています。警察は30日夜から付近の捜索を続けるとともに情報の提供を呼びかけています。
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Premium rate of wages for overtime over 60 hours SMEs also raised to 50% from April
2023-03-31 05:43:00
The rate of wage premium paid by companies to employees who work more than 60 hours of overtime in a month is currently set at 50% for large companies and 25% for small and medium-sized companies. is also raised to 50%.
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250,000 Resumes Leaked at "en Career Change" Server Unauthorized Access
2023-03-31 00:38:00
The recruitment service company "en Japan" announced that the job information site it operates was accessed illegally, and the resumes of about 250,000 people may have been leaked to the outside. The company is asking registrants to reset their passwords.
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Accident involving nursing care office pick-up car, 1 person died
2023-03-31 00:09:00
On the morning of the 30th, at an intersection in Inazawa City, Aichi Prefecture, a pick-up car from a nursing care facility and a passenger car collided, and 10 people, including elderly users, were injured and transported to a hospital. an 80-year-old part-time employee has died. The scene is an intersection with good visibility surrounded by rice fields, and the police are investigating the cause of the accident in detail.
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