Social News(2023/11/11)
Resolving credit card payment problems and investigating the cause
2023-11-11 23:30:00
On the afternoon of the 11th, there was a problem where credit card payments could not be made at supermarkets and JR stations across the country, but Nippon Card Network, which operates the credit card payment system, said the problem was resolved after 10 p.m. announced. The company is investigating the exact cause.
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Earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Toshima Village, Kagoshima, no fear of tsunami
2023-11-11 23:25:00
At around 10:02 pm on the 11th, there was an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Toshima Village, Kagoshima Prefecture. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
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A series of toy accidental ingestion accidents leads to mandatory regulations being established
2023-11-11 23:21:00
As Christmas approaches, some families may be thinking about buying toys for their children. However, there have been a number of accidents where children have accidentally swallowed toys, leading to surgeries. Amid concerns about the influx of toys that have been subject to recalls overseas through online shopping, the government has begun to put in place enforceable regulations, such as prohibiting the sale of toys that have never existed before. In the second half of the article, we summarize the points to be careful about when purchasing toys.
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Trouble with credit card payment. Announcement that the problem has been resolved after 10 p.m.
2023-11-11 23:08:00
On the afternoon of the 11th, there was a problem where credit card payments could not be made at supermarkets and JR stations across the country, but Nippon Card Network, which operates the credit card payment system, said the problem was resolved after 10 p.m. announced. The company is investigating the exact cause.
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JR Saikyo Line resumes operation
2023-11-11 22:51:00
JR Saikyo Line had suspended operations on the up and down lines between Osaki Station and Omiya Station due to a fatal accident, but operations resumed at 10:38 p.m.
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Earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Toshima Village, Kagoshima, no fear of tsunami
2023-11-11 22:37:00
At around 10:02 pm on the 11th, there was an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Toshima Village, Kagoshima Prefecture. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
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Resolving problems with credit card payments Announced by payment system parent company JCB
2023-11-11 22:28:00
Credit card company JCB has announced that the problem with credit card payments that has been occurring nationwide since the evening of the 11th has been resolved. There has been a problem with the payment system of Japan Card Network, a subsidiary of JCB that operates credit card payment systems, but the cause is unknown. As a result, credit card payments were no longer accepted at supermarkets, convenience stores, and JR stations across the country, which had a widespread impact on product purchases.
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JR Saikyo Line Osaki - Omiya: Operation suspended on up and down lines
2023-11-11 22:14:00
JR Saikyo Line has suspended service on the up and down lines between Osaki Station and Omiya Station due to an accident that occurred at Toda Koen Station around 9:30 p.m. It is expected that operations will resume around 10:30 p.m.
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Hyogo Takarazuka Fire on the 6th floor of a 7-story municipal housing building kills 2 people
2023-11-11 22:12:00
On the evening of the 11th, a fire broke out in a room in a municipal housing complex in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture, killing two people.
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Earthquake intensity 4 in Nakanoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, no worries about tsunami
2023-11-11 22:08:00
There was an earthquake at around 10:02 pm on the 11th. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake. The epicenter was near the Tokara Islands, at a depth of 20 km, and the magnitude, which indicates the scale of the earthquake, is estimated to be 4.2. The seismic intensity of each municipality is as follows. ▼The seismic intensity was 4 in Nakanoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture.
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[Breaking News] Nationwide system failure due to credit card payments
2023-11-11 22:00:00
Since the evening of the 11th, problems have been occurring where credit card payments cannot be made at supermarkets and JR stations across the country, and credit card companies are investigating the impact.
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[Breaking news] Nationwide troubles occur with credit card payments
2023-11-11 21:10:00
Since the evening of the 11th, problems have been occurring where credit card payments cannot be made at supermarkets and JR stations across the country, and credit card companies are investigating the impact.
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Gathering ahead of 46 years since Megumi Yokota’s abduction: “We hope for a resolution as soon as possible”
2023-11-11 20:45:00
November 15 marks 46 years since Megumi Yokota, a first-year junior high school student, was abducted by North Korea, and a rally was held in Niigata, where her family was separated from their immediate family for many years. They expressed their distress and asked the Japanese government to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
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Japan, the US, Australia and Canada hold joint exercises on US aircraft carrier to strengthen cooperation with China in mind
2023-11-11 20:30:00
On the 11th, a training exercise was released to the media on a US military aircraft carrier conducting joint exercises with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and others in the Pacific Ocean surrounding Japan, and Japanese and US commanders said they were mindful of China, which is increasing its maritime expansion. He expressed his intention to strengthen cooperation.
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Singer Junko Ohashi dies at age 73 with hit song “Silhouette Romance”
2023-11-11 20:06:00
Singer Junko Ohashi, known for hit songs such as "Silhouette Romance", has passed away. She was 73 years old.
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First snow in Sapporo and Aomori, later than average; snow falls even on flatlands in Hokkaido
2023-11-11 19:45:00
As the winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern strengthens, cold air flows into the sky, and in Hokkaido, the first snow was observed in Sapporo and other areas on the 11th, and snow is also piling up in flat areas, mainly in northern Hokkaido. Snow is expected to continue to fall in Hokkaido into the 12th, and the meteorological observatory is urging people to be careful about the impact on traffic caused by heavy snow and frozen roads.
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Preventing “Isoyake” Activities to protect seaweed that absorbs CO2 in the sea of Kanagawa and Hayama
2023-11-11 19:14:00
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions has become a global issue, and the carbon dioxide "blue carbon" that seaweed absorbs is attracting attention, and an effort to conserve seaweed was carried out in Hayama Town, Kanagawa Prefecture.
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Temperatures drop across the country, with many places expected to get even colder on the morning of the 12th
2023-11-11 19:09:00
Due to the winter-like atmospheric pressure distribution and strong cold air, temperatures dropped mainly in northern and eastern Japan on the 11th, and the first snow was observed in Sapporo and other parts of Hokkaido. The morning of the 12th is expected to be colder in many places than the 11th, and people in northern Japan will need to be careful about snowfall and frozen roads.
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Ibaraki Ushiku: Couple's body found in house; 40-year-old son arrested on suspicion of possessing knife
2023-11-11 19:08:00
On the 10th, a 40-year-old suspect was arrested for carrying a knife on the street in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and his father in his 70s and mother in her 60s were found dead in the suspect's nearby home. I did. Police interviews also revealed that the parents had multiple wounds on their heads. There were no signs that the room had been searched, so police believe the suspect was aware of the situation and are investigating.
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Amami Islands Commemorative ceremony held in Amami City, Kagoshima ahead of next month's 70th anniversary of Japan's reversion
2023-11-11 19:06:00
A commemorative ceremony will be held ahead of next month's 70th anniversary of the return of the Amami Islands in Kagoshima Prefecture to Japan, to remember those who worked hard for the return and to pass on the history to the next generation. I swore.
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Prince Akishino and his wife attend the National Tree Festival in Ibaraki
2023-11-11 18:24:00
The National Tree Tree Festival, which calls for the importance of protecting and nurturing forests, began on the 11th in Ibaraki Prefecture, with Prince Akishino and his wife caring for trees that were once planted by the Emperor and his wife.
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JAXA Space Transport Vessel “HTV-X” Control Room and Other Special Openings Ibaraki Tsukuba
2023-11-11 16:20:00
At the Tsukuba Space Center of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, a special event was held to open the control room and other areas that are normally off-limits to the public, and the event was crowded with many parents and children.
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Tsunami evacuation drill in Otsuchi Town, Iwate, newly verifying "evacuation by car"
2023-11-11 15:47:00
On the 11th, 12 years and eight months since the Great East Japan Earthquake, an evacuation drill was held in Otsuchi Town, Iwate Prefecture, simulating a tsunami, and the newly permitted evacuation by car was also examined.
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Jingu Gaien redevelopment Event to seek understanding from business operators Explanation of the benefits of redevelopment
2023-11-11 15:30:00
A business operator redeveloping Meiji Jingu Gaien in Tokyo held an event to help people understand the redevelopment while getting close to nature.
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A wreath-laying ceremony was held in Fukaya, Saitama, his birthplace, on the anniversary of Eiichi Shibusawa's death.
2023-11-11 15:29:00
A wreath-laying ceremony was held in his hometown of Fukaya, Saitama Prefecture, on the anniversary of the death of Eiichi Shibusawa, a businessman known as the ``father of modern Japanese economy.''
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Number of “anniversary” registrations for November 11th This year it came in second place… What month and day was it in first place?
2023-11-11 15:06:00
November 11th is considered a commemorative date for many reasons, including the fact that there are four 1's in a row, making it easy to play with words or refer to various things. Anniversaries are increasingly being used by companies and local governments, and according to an incorporated association that conducts screening, the number of registrations per year has increased by about 200 since last year.
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Prime Minister Kishida gives instructions at Self-Defense Force inspection ceremony: ``We will fundamentally strengthen our defense capabilities.''
2023-11-11 14:25:00
Prime Minister Kishida gave instructions at a review ceremony for the Self-Defense Forces, emphasizing Japan's intention to steadily build up the necessary defense capabilities in response to the increasingly severe security environment surrounding Japan.
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Free telephone consultation for families and businesses on November 11th, “Nursing Care Day”
2023-11-11 13:53:00
November 11th is "Nursing Care Day" designated by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. Free telephone consultations are being held nationwide for families and businesses with nursing care concerns, and this year, consultations related to the effects of rising prices and the lack of human resources in nursing care settings have been received.
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Cabinet Office public opinion poll shows ``aware'' of a decarbonized society increases to over 80%
2023-11-11 13:26:00
In a Cabinet Office poll on climate change, more than 80% of people answered that they knew about a "decarbonized society" that would reduce greenhouse gas emissions to virtually zero, an increase from the survey three years ago. Ta.
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There was green liquid on the plane before takeoff...Why on earth?
2023-11-11 13:05:00
The liquid sprayed on airplanes to prevent snow and ice from accumulating on planes for safe operation has been changed to colored liquid this season to make it easier to see at a glance, and the new Chitose Airport in Hokkaido has begun using it immediately.
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Ibaraki Ushiku: Couple's body found in house; 40-year-old son arrested on suspicion of possessing knife
2023-11-11 12:53:00
On the 10th, a 40-year-old suspect was arrested for carrying a knife on the street in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and his father in his 70s and mother in her 60s were found dead in the suspect's nearby home. I did. Police are investigating the scene in detail to determine the details of the circumstances, and are also conducting a detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the parents, as they believe the suspect may have knowledge of the circumstances.
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First snow in Sapporo and Aomori, later than average; snow falls even on flatlands in Hokkaido
2023-11-11 12:30:00
As the winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern strengthens, cold air flows into the sky, and in Hokkaido, the first snow was observed in Sapporo and other areas on the 11th, and snow is also piling up in flat areas mainly in northern Hokkaido. Please be aware of the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic.
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Cold weather across the country, first snow in Sapporo and Hakodate, ``Kogarashi No. 1'' in the Kinki region
2023-11-11 11:56:00
The morning of the 11th was cold in many places due to strong cold air in the sky, and the first snow was observed in places such as Sapporo in Hokkaido. The Japan Meteorological Agency warns people to be careful about heavy snow and icy roads, as there is a risk of snow accumulation even in the plains on the Sea of Japan side of northern Japan.
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Prime Minister Kishida gives instructions at Self-Defense Force inspection ceremony: ``We will fundamentally strengthen our defense capabilities.''
2023-11-11 11:45:00
Prime Minister Kishida gave instructions at a review ceremony for the Self-Defense Forces, emphasizing Japan's intention to steadily build up the necessary defense capabilities in response to the increasingly severe security environment surrounding Japan.
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Ground Self-Defense Force's mobile combat vehicle makes first run on public roads on Okinawa's main island, causing concerns for prefectural residents
2023-11-11 11:27:00
In a large-scale exercise conducted by the Self-Defense Forces in Okinawa and other parts of the country, vehicles called mobile combat vehicles, which have firepower comparable to tanks, drove on public roads in Naha City in the early hours of the 11th. This is the first time that a mobile combat vehicle will be driven on public roads on the main island of Okinawa.
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First snow in Sapporo, 10 days later than normal Snowfall in Hokkaido including Wakkanai and Asahikawa
2023-11-11 11:13:00
As the winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern strengthens, cold air flows into the sky, and in Hokkaido, the first snow was observed in Sapporo and other cities on the 11th, and snow is accumulating in flat areas such as Wakkanai and Asahikawa. Please be aware of the effects of snow and frozen roads on traffic.
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Ibaraki Ushiku Couple's body found in house; 40-year-old son arrested on suspicion of possessing a knife
2023-11-11 10:54:00
On the 10th, a 40-year-old suspect was arrested for carrying a knife on the street in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and his father in his 70s and mother in her 60s were found dead in the suspect's nearby home. I did. Police believe that the suspect may have knowledge of the circumstances surrounding the death of his parents, and are conducting a detailed investigation.
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Earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Osaki Town, Soo City, Kagoshima. No worries about tsunami.
2023-11-11 09:38:00
At around 5:50 a.m. on the 11th, there was an earthquake measuring magnitude 4 in Kagoshima Prefecture. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
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Host club strengthens guidance for stores with bad customer service, police to crack down strictly
2023-11-11 08:27:00
There have been cases of host club employees charging female customers high prices and incurring debts, as well as inciting them to engage in prostitution and other crimes.The police are considering strengthening guidance for the establishments, and are looking to prevent illegal activities. If confirmed, we will take strict action.
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Earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Osaki Town, Soo City, Kagoshima. No worries about tsunami.
2023-11-11 07:09:00
At around 5:50 a.m. on the 11th, there was an earthquake in Kagoshima Prefecture with a seismic intensity of 4. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.
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Exosomes used for beauty purposes, etc. “Regulations in the future” proposed by academic society
2023-11-11 06:57:00
The Japanese Society for Regenerative Medicine has put together a proposal calling for future regulation of substances called "exosomes," which are secreted by cells, as voluntary medical treatments that use them for cosmetic purposes and other purposes are expanding. Ta.
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Osaka/Kansai Expo Mexico “cancels participation” Support issues for participating countries
2023-11-11 06:41:00
As it has become clear that Mexico has informed Japan of its intention to cancel its participation in the Osaka/Kansai Expo, the Expo Association, which is the organizer of the event, will soon hold a meeting with participating countries. The association is preparing to set up a prefabricated building so that countries that have not yet prepared pavilions can also participate, but the challenge is how to support each country according to their circumstances.
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Travel support from Ukraine to Japan to end, focus on settlement support in the future
2023-11-11 06:00:00
It has been revealed that the government's travel support for people evacuating from Ukraine to Japan using commercial aircraft will end this month. Starting next month, a new system will begin to protect people who have fled the conflict, such as displaced persons in Ukraine, in a manner similar to that of refugees, and the Immigration Services Agency will now focus on providing resettlement support. I'm about to go.
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Has eruption activity stopped off the coast of Iwo Jima? Expert: ``Will the new land shrink due to erosion?''
2023-11-11 05:43:00
Observations from the air have revealed that the eruptive activity that has been continuing since late last month off the coast of Iwo Jima in the Ogasawara Islands appears to have stopped. Regarding the newly created land, an expert who accompanied the survey pointed out that ``it is thought that it will shrink due to erosion by waves.''
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Pharmaceuticals detected in Meiji bottled milk; over 44,000 bottles recovered Osaka
2023-11-11 04:45:00
Osaka Prefecture has recalled more than 44,000 bottles of milk produced at the Osaka factory of major food manufacturer Meiji after detecting pharmaceuticals used to prevent infectious diseases in cows. ordered. There have been no reports of health damage so far.
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"Kazunoko" production volume is highest in Japan, processing work is at its peak Rumoi, Hokkaido
2023-11-11 04:35:00
In Rumoi City, Hokkaido, which boasts the largest production volume of Kazunoko in Japan, the processing of Kazunoko is at its peak ahead of the year-end and New Year holidays, when demand increases for year-end gifts and New Year's dishes.
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November 11th is an “anniversary” for many companies and local governments, and registrations are increasing.
2023-11-11 01:16:00
November 11th is considered a commemorative date for many reasons, including the fact that there are four 1's in a row, making it easy to play with words or refer to various things. Anniversaries are increasingly being used by companies and local governments, and according to an incorporated association that conducts screening, the number of registrations per year has increased by about 200 since last year.
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Last month 9th: Earthquake with epicenter near Torishima, estimated to have a magnitude of 4.4 to 5.2
2023-11-11 01:07:00
Regarding the earthquake whose epicenter was near Torishima in the Izu Islands, where a tsunami was observed on the Pacific coast on the 9th of last month, the government's Earthquake Investigation Committee said, ``The magnitude, which indicates the scale of the earthquake, is estimated to be between 4.4 and 5.2.'' I have summarized.
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