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Oita Yufu 2 workers washed away in swollen river 1 confirmed dead downstream

2023-07-25 23:37:00
On the afternoon of the 25th, two male workers who were working on a river in Yufu City, Oita Prefecture were swept away. After that, a man was found about 10 kilometers downstream, but his death was confirmed.

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A boy died near a lake on the grounds of the U.S. military Misawa base, a woman is missing

2023-07-25 22:21:00
On the morning of the 25th, a boy was found lying unconscious near a lake on the premises of the US military Misawa base in Misawa City, Aomori Prefecture, and was later confirmed dead at the hospital to which he was transported. The whereabouts of one woman is also unknown in the vicinity, and the US military and others are searching.

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Johnny's problem UN Human Rights Council expert interviewed

2023-07-25 21:42:00
On the 25th, an interview was conducted with the former talent who complained about the damage by an expert of the United Nations Human Rights Council due to the issue of the former president of Johnny & Associates.

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Electric kickboard crackdown in Tokyo 147 violations until the 15th of this month

2023-07-25 21:05:00
From this month, electric kickboards that meet certain conditions can be used without a driver's license, and the number of users is expected to increase.

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Expert team recommends measures to prepare for the next outbreak of bird flu

2023-07-25 21:04:00
Avian influenza outbreaks occurred one after another at poultry farms around the world from last year to this year, and the number of disposals reached a record high of more than 17 million birds.In response, a team of experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has announced a proposal to take thorough measures such as disinfection during the key period from November to January next year in preparation for the next epidemic.

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Searching for a new way of teaching with "8K cultural assets" 4 universities such as Tokyo participate

2023-07-25 21:01:00
Four universities in Tokyo, Osaka, and other cities were joined in an effort to explore new ways of teaching using 8K content, which allows you to see national treasures and important cultural properties in ultra-high-definition and high-definition images.

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Oita Yufu City Reported that two workers were swept away in a swollen river, rescued one

2023-07-25 20:34:00
On the afternoon of the 25th, there was a report that two workers were swept away in a river flowing through Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, and police and fire departments are continuing to search. After that, a prefectural disaster prevention helicopter found a man who is believed to be one of the people who were swept away. The man was unconscious when he was rescued.

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Two siblings died Mother arrested without specific explanation of motive Mito

2023-07-25 19:50:00
On the 24th, an 8-year-old and a 5-year-old brother in Mito City were stabbed to death at home, and the arrested mother admitted to killing the two, but did not give a specific explanation about the motive. Police are investigating the details.

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37 people seconded to Sompo Japan Big Motor for investigation of “unfamiliarity”

2023-07-25 19:39:00
It turned out that a total of 37 people were seconded to Big Motor since 2011 by Sompo Japan, a major non-life insurance company, due to the problem of fraudulent insurance claims by Big Motor. The company explained that the seconded employee was unaware of the fraud, but plans to conduct an investigation by an outside lawyer to confirm the facts once again.

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Japan Meteorological Agency 3-month forecast “Severe heat continues until October”

2023-07-25 19:33:00
On the 25th, Gunma Prefecture became dangerously hot at 39.5 degrees Celsius, but according to the three-month forecast announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency, the temperature is high nationwide for the three months from August to October, and the heat is expected to continue.

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Niigata Tsunan Town A man in his 90s died of suspected heat stroke

2023-07-25 19:28:00
On the 25th, a man in his 90s in Tsunan Town, Niigata Prefecture died of heat stroke, as the heat continued in various places.

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[Details] Big Motor President Kaneshige announces his resignation at a press conference

2023-07-25 19:26:00
Hiroyuki Kaneshige, the president of used car sales company "Big Motor", held a press conference for the first time on the 25th due to fraudulent insurance claims. President Kaneshige apologized and announced that he will resign as president on the 26th to take responsibility for the series of problems. He also announced the resignation of his son, Vice President Koichi Kaneshige. Senior Managing Director Shinji Izumi will be appointed as the successor president. We will inform you of the details of the meeting in chronological order.

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Internet utilization work related Inappropriate procurement procedures received NHK measures to prevent recurrence

2023-07-25 19:24:00
In response to the problem of inappropriate procurement procedures related to Internet-based business, NHK has compiled measures to prevent recurrence, including the development and strengthening of check systems in management decision-making.

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Kumamoto Kikuchi A gust of wind hits a tree such as the roof of a garage and one person is injured

2023-07-25 19:23:00
On the afternoon of the 25th, in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, the roof of a garage that was thought to have been hit by a gust of wind fell on a nearby tree, and according to the city, a woman in her 80s was slightly injured. At that time, tornado warning information was announced in the surrounding area, and the city is confirming the situation.

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Oita Nakatsu and Yufu Evacuation Order Lifted

2023-07-25 19:18:00
Nakatsu City and Yufu City in Oita Prefecture lifted the evacuation orders that had been issued to parts of their respective cities at 6:15 pm. In Nakatsu City, a total of 2,571 households and 5,124 people in the Yabakei and Yamaguni areas have been lifted. In Yufu City, a total of 950 households and 1,845 people were lifted in the Asono district of Shonai Town, the Yunohira district, the Shimoyudaira district, and the Kawanishi district of Yufuin town. Information on "evacuation for the elderly" has been issued throughout Yufu City.

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Bicycle battery theft surged in Tokyo about twice as fast as last year

2023-07-25 19:12:00
Batteries used in electric assist bicycles are being stolen one after another in Tokyo. The number of damages this year has increased to 207 cases by the end of last month, which is about twice as high as the same period last year, and the Metropolitan Police Department is calling for attention.

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Oita Yufu City Reported that two workers were swept away by the swollen river Search continues

2023-07-25 19:09:00
On the afternoon of the 25th, there was a report that two workers were swept away in a river flowing through Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, and police and fire departments are continuing to search.

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Meiji Jingu Gaien demand cancellation of tree felling permission, residents suing Shinjuku Ward

2023-07-25 19:01:00
In the redevelopment plan of Meiji Jingu Gaien, which spans Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, Shinjuku Ward has allowed the felling of about 3,000 trees, and residents in the surrounding areas have filed an appeal to cancel the permission.

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The 26th is also expected to be a hot day in a wide range Continue to be vigilant against heat stroke

2023-07-25 18:58:00
On the 25th, it was sunny nationwide and the temperature rose, and in Kanto Koshin it became a dangerous heat exceeding 39 degrees. The 26th is also expected to be a hot day of 35 degrees or more in a wide area from western Japan to northern Japan, so please continue to be vigilant against heat stroke.

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Seiichi Morimura, who died on the 24th, was born in Kumagaya City, Saitama.

2023-07-25 18:32:00
In Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture, the hometown of Seiichi Morimura, a writer who died at the age of 90 on the 24th, voices of mourning were heard while praising his achievements during his lifetime.

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Did you plan to purchase a suitcase before the Susukino mutilation incident?

2023-07-25 18:29:00
A decapitated man's body was found at a hotel in Susukino, a downtown area of ​​Sapporo, and three parents and a child were arrested. Before the incident, a 29-year-old daughter and her father had purchased suitcases and cutlery at a discount store in Sapporo. The police are investigating the detailed circumstances, etc., assuming that the plan was made in advance.

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Former member of the GSDF who was sexually assaulted “Thorough education for members to prevent damage”

2023-07-25 18:23:00
On the 25th, a former member of the Ground Self-Defense Force who was sexually assaulted met with a member of the Ministry of Defense's expert panel that considers harassment countermeasures, and requested thorough education for members to prevent damage.

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Dangerous driving on mountain roads "Rolling tribe" or two arrested in Saitama

2023-07-25 18:06:00
In April, two people were arrested for driving a motorcycle at a speed that greatly exceeded the speed limit on a national highway in the mountains of Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture. The two are believed to be so-called "rolling tribes" who compete for speed by going around mountain passes, and according to the police, they said, "It was a pleasure to run fast."

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Akita city damaged by record heavy rain Some people are worried about not being able to start housing repair work

2023-07-25 18:06:00
In Akita City, where many houses were flooded due to record heavy rains, some people feel uneasy because they do not know when the construction will start even if they decide to repair their familiar houses.

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Search all 28 e-cigarette stores for sale of “cannabis liquid”

2023-07-25 17:59:00
The Narcotics Control Department of the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare simultaneously searched 28 stores nationwide operated by electronic cigarette sales groups on suspicion of violating the Cannabis Control Law, saying that a liquid called liquid containing cannabis ingredients was sold for electronic cigarettes.

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Many patients with herpangina and respiratory syncytial virus infections continue to take countermeasures

2023-07-25 17:51:00
According to the National Institute of Infectious Diseases, there are many patients with infectious diseases such as "herpangina" and "respiratory syncytial virus infection", which are easy for children to contract and cause symptoms such as fever. Experts say, "If you have symptoms, please take measures to prevent infection, such as refraining from going out."

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Documents distributed to women about to give birth Stop distribution after criticism One after another Hiroshima Onomichi

2023-07-25 17:46:00
A document distributed by the city of Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, to women about to give birth, described this as a father's feelings. The city decided to stop distributing the document, apologizing that "the content does not match the feelings of those involved in raising children."

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Princess Kako at the opening ceremony of the All Japan High School Equestrian Tournament in Shizuoka

2023-07-25 17:43:00
Princess Kako, the second daughter of Prince Akishino and his wife, attended the opening ceremony of the equestrian tournament for high school students that started in Shizuoka Prefecture, and encouraged the athletes.

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To hold an international medical exhibition in conjunction with the World Expo "A place to sell high technology"

2023-07-25 17:33:00
A large-scale international exhibition on the theme of medical care will be held in conjunction with the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo.

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Former Unification Church to exercise 'right to ask questions' for the 7th time Ask for answers to 97 items

2023-07-25 17:08:00
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology consulted with a council made up of academics and others regarding the exercise of the right to question the former Unification Church for the seventh time, and was approved. We plan to exercise the "right to ask questions" on the 26th and seek answers on 97 items by August 22nd.

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6 drivers suspected to be 'roulette tribe' arrested

2023-07-25 16:57:00
Six drivers who are believed to be ``roulette tribes'' who circle the Metropolitan Expressway at a tremendous speed have been arrested. The "roulette tribe" tends to increase during long summer vacations every year, and the Metropolitan Police Department has decided to strengthen the crackdown.

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Oita Yufu City Reports that two workers were swept away by swollen river Hurry to confirm

2023-07-25 16:52:00
According to the police, around 3:20 pm on the 25th, there was a report that two workers were swept away in the Hanagono River flowing through Yufu City, Oita Prefecture, which was flooded by heavy rain. Police are looking for confirmation.

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[Details] Big Motor President Kaneshige announces his resignation at a press conference

2023-07-25 16:18:00
Hiroyuki Kaneshige, the president of used car sales company "Big Motor", held a press conference for the first time on the 25th due to fraudulent insurance claims. President Kaneshige apologized and announced that he will resign as president on the 26th to take responsibility for the series of problems. He also announced the resignation of his son, Vice President Koichi Kaneshige. Senior Managing Director Shinji Izumi will be appointed as the successor president. I will give you the details of the remarks at the conference in chronological order.

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Prediction of shortage of workers in 7 occupations such as construction, civil engineering and nursing care in 2040

2023-07-25 16:16:00
In 2040, when the so-called baby-boomer generation will reach the age of 65 or older, there will be a shortage of more than 30% in 21 prefectures across Japan in the seven occupations that are essential to daily life, such as construction, civil engineering, and nursing care. There are three prefectures where the shortage rate exceeds 40%, highlighting the impact of the lack of workers on local communities.

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Health insurance card abolished Representative Komei Yamaguchi "Carefully explain" Prime Minister "Maximum effort"

2023-07-25 16:14:00
Regarding the government's policy of abolishing the current health insurance card and integrating it with the My Number card next fall, Komeito representative Yamaguchi asked for a careful explanation of the convenience and safety, while Prime Minister Kishida expressed his intention to make the utmost effort.

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25 years after the Wakayama poison curry incident, the victim's father offers flowers at the scene

2023-07-25 16:05:00
In 25 days, it will be 25 years since the "Poison Curry Incident" that killed four people in Wakayama City. At the site of the incident, the victim's father, who was temporarily in critical condition, offered flowers and offered a prayer.

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``Rip current'' or 10 people washed off the coast of Itoshima, Fukuoka on the 17th

2023-07-25 16:02:00
On the 17th of this month, on the same beach in Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture, a total of 10 people were temporarily swept offshore and rescued twice a day, according to an interview with the Japan Coast Guard. The Japan Coast Guard is calling for caution as it is believed to have been caught in a rip current, a strong tidal current heading offshore.

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Heatwaves in Europe and the United States 'virtually impossible without global warming' British researchers

2023-07-25 15:57:00
Researchers at British universities and others have announced analysis results that without global warming, the heat waves that became intense heat this month in Europe and North America could not have occurred virtually.

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“My number problem” National Governors’ Association Proposal for government overhaul

2023-07-25 15:53:00
Regarding the government's comprehensive inspection following a series of My Number card problems, the National Governors Association has compiled a proposal to request appropriate support so that the local government responsible for the inspection does not bear the cost, and handed it to Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto.

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Oita Nakatsu Evacuation instruction for 2571 households Risk of landslide disaster due to heavy rain

2023-07-25 15:51:00
Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture issued an evacuation order to 2,571 households and 5,124 people in the Yabakei and Yamaguni areas at 3:30 pm due to the risk of landslides due to heavy rain. This is level 4 information out of 5 alert levels, calling for everyone to evacuate from dangerous places such as near cliffs and slopes.

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``I want to hear the acquittal as soon as possible'' Lawyers press conference on Iwao Hakamada's retrial

2023-07-25 13:47:00
Iwao Hakamada, who was sentenced to death for the murder of a family of four in Shizuoka Prefecture 57 years ago, said that the prosecution would seek to prove his guilt in a retrial, or redo trial.

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[Details] Big Motor President Kaneshige announces his resignation at a press conference

2023-07-25 13:43:00
Hiroyuki Kaneshige, the president of used car sales company "Big Motor", held a press conference for the first time on the 25th due to fraudulent insurance claims. President Kaneshige apologized and announced that he will resign as president on the 26th to take responsibility for the series of problems. He also announced the resignation of his son, Vice President Koichi Kaneshige. Senior Managing Director Shinji Izumi will be appointed as the successor president. I will tell you the details of the meeting.

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North Korea launches two ballistic missiles, both presumed to fall outside Japan's EEZ

2023-07-25 13:08:00
The Ministry of Defense announced that North Korea launched two ballistic missiles late on the night of the 24th, both of which are presumed to have landed outside Japan's EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone). The government has lodged a strong protest against North Korea and said it will continue to do its utmost to maintain vigilance and surveillance.

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Smuggling about 7 kg of stimulants or two people in their 30s accused of violating the customs law

2023-07-25 13:00:00
Tokyo Customs accused two self-employed people in their 30s of violating the Customs Act with the prosecution for allegedly smuggling approximately 7 kilograms of stimulants and a final selling price of more than 430 million yen from Turkey on the same aircraft. The two have denied the charges.

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25 years after the Wakayama poison curry incident, the victim's father offers flowers at the scene

2023-07-25 12:56:00
In 25 days, it will be 25 years since the "Poison Curry Incident" that killed four people in Wakayama City. At the site of the incident, the victim's father, who was temporarily in critical condition, offered flowers and offered a prayer.

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[Breaking News] President of Big Motor Co., Ltd. announces his resignation at a press conference

2023-07-25 12:26:00
Hiroyuki Kaneshige, president of the used car sales company "Big Motor", held a press conference at 11:00 am due to the fraudulent insurance billing problem, and announced that he would resign as president on the 26th to take responsibility for the series of problems. He also announced the resignation of his son, Vice President Koichi Kaneshige. Senior Managing Director Shinji Izumi will be appointed as the successor president. We will keep you posted on the details of the meeting.

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Roadside station direct sales store reopened in Akita Gojome-cho, where water outages have been resolved

2023-07-25 12:24:00
In Gojome Town, Akita Prefecture, where water outages due to record heavy rain have been resolved, the direct sales store at the roadside station reopened on the 25th, and the sale of fresh summer vegetables brought in by local farmers has begun.

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[Breaking News] President of Big Motor Co., Ltd. announces his resignation at a press conference

2023-07-25 12:12:00
Hiroyuki Kaneshige, president of used car sales company Big Motor, held a press conference at 11:00 a.m. on the issue of fraudulent insurance claims, and announced that he would resign as president on the 26th, taking responsibility for a series of problems. He also announced the resignation of his son, Vice President Koichi Kaneshige. Senior managing director Shinji Izumi will be appointed as the successor president. We will keep you posted on the details of the meeting.

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Two siblings died Mother arrested without specific explanation of motive Mito

2023-07-25 12:08:00
On the 24th, an 8-year-old and a 5-year-old brother in Mito City were stabbed to death at home, and the arrested mother admitted to killing the two, but did not give a specific explanation about the motive. Police are investigating the details.

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Susukino mutilated body 29-year-old suspect's mother also arrested Suspicion of corpse abandonment

2023-07-25 12:04:00
A 29-year-old female suspect and her father were arrested after the body of a decapitated man was found at a hotel in Susukino, a downtown area of ​​Sapporo. The police will investigate the roles of the three and the background of the incident in detail.

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Extreme heat in eastern and western Japan Take measures against heatstroke, rainy season ends in northern Kyushu

2023-07-25 11:56:00
The 25th was also sunny nationwide, and the Japan Meteorological Agency announced the end of the rainy season in northern Kyushu. Temperatures have risen to over 35 degrees Celsius since morning, mainly in eastern Japan and western Japan, so please continue to take measures against heatstroke.

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[Breaking News] President of Big Motor Co., Ltd. announces his resignation at a press conference

2023-07-25 11:18:00
Hiroyuki Kaneshige, president of used car sales company Big Motor, held a press conference at 11:00 a.m. on the issue of fraudulent insurance claims, and announced that he would resign as president on the 26th, taking responsibility for a series of problems. Senior managing director Shinji Izumi will be appointed as the successor president. We will keep you posted on the details of the meeting.

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"Cartilage conduction" earphone introduced for the first time at a police station Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo

2023-07-25 11:12:00
In order to help elderly people who are hard of hearing, earphones that use the mechanism of "cartilage conduction" to transmit sound through ear cartilage will be introduced to the police station in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, it is the first time in the country to introduce it to a police station.

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Susukino mutilated body 29-year-old suspect's mother also arrested Suspicion of corpse abandonment

2023-07-25 10:23:00
Police arrested Hiroko Tamura (60), a part-time employee in Atsubetsu Ward, Sapporo City, on suspicion of abandoning a corpse, accusing her mother of being involved in the incident.

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34 dead in Algerian wildfires

2023-07-25 09:10:00
In Algeria, North Africa, wildfires have occurred mainly in the northern Mediterranean coastal area, and so far 34 people have died and 26 people have been injured.

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[Breaking news] Press conference and announcement from 11:00 a.m.

2023-07-25 08:27:00
The used car sales company "Big Motor" announced that President Hiroyuki Kaneshige will hold a press conference from 11:00 am on the 25th due to the problem of fraudulent insurance claims. Attention will be paid to whether the fraud was committed throughout the organization and how to explain management responsibility.

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[Breaking news] Press conference and announcement from 11:00 a.m.

2023-07-25 08:06:00
Used car sales company "Big Motor" announced that President Hiroyuki Kaneshige will hold a press conference in Tokyo from 11:00 am on the 25th due to the problem of intentionally damaging the car and illegally claiming insurance money for automobile insurance.

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Keikyu Line resuming operation

2023-07-25 07:40:00
Due to the accident that occurred between Keikyu Otsu Station and Maborikaigan Station in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Keikyu Line had suspended operation on the inbound and outbound lines between Horinouchi Station and Uraga Station, but at around 7:25 am, operation resumed.

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Keikyu Line Horinouchi-Uraga Suspension of driving on up and down lines Impact of accident resulting in injury or death

2023-07-25 06:36:00
Due to the accident that occurred between Keikyu Otsu Station and Maborikaigan Station in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Keikyu Line has suspended operation on the inbound and outbound lines between Horinouchi Station and Uraga Station. It is expected to resume operation around 7:20 am.

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37 people seconded to Sompo Japan Big Motor for investigation of “unfamiliarity”

2023-07-25 06:05:00
It turned out that a total of 37 people were seconded to Big Motor since 2011 by Sompo Japan, a major non-life insurance company, due to the problem of fraudulent insurance claims by Big Motor. The company explained that the seconded employee was unaware of the fraud, but plans to conduct an investigation by an outside lawyer to confirm the facts once again.

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Sunny weather in various parts of western and northern Japan.

2023-07-25 05:52:00
On the 25th, it is expected to be sunny in various parts of western and northern Japan, with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius and intense heat. Please continue to take measures against heat stroke, such as appropriate use of air conditioners and frequent hydration.

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Insurance companies file claims for damages against Big Motor over fraudulent insurance claims

2023-07-25 05:24:00
In the problem of fraudulent insurance claims by Big Motor, a major used car sales company, non-life insurance companies have decided to claim damages against Big Motor, claiming that they paid insurance money and related costs in response to fraudulent claims and suffered damage.

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Susukino's severed corpse finds what appears to be a head at parent's home

2023-07-25 05:00:00
A 29-year-old female suspect and her father were arrested on suspicion of abandoning the corpse after a decapitated man's body was found at a hotel in Susukino, a downtown area of ​​Sapporo. Police are investigating whether it belongs to the victim.

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North Korea launches two ballistic missiles, both presumed to fall outside Japan's EEZ

2023-07-25 04:56:00
The Ministry of Defense announced that North Korea launched two ballistic missiles late on the night of the 24th, both of which are presumed to have landed outside Japan's EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone). The government has lodged a strong protest against North Korea and said it will continue to do its utmost to maintain vigilance and surveillance.

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