Social News(2023/11/14)
Takarazuka Revue troupe member dies, likely due to strong psychological stress due to long hours of work
2023-11-14 23:49:00
In September of this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference regarding the death of a 25-year-old member of the company, and released a report by an investigative team led by an outside lawyer. While the report found no evidence of bullying or harassment, it cannot be denied that the long hours of activities and guidance from upperclassmen may have placed a strong psychological burden on the students. The chairman of the theater company intends to resign in December.
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Male member of Waseda University's sumo club arrested on suspicion of violating the Cannabis Control Act
2023-11-14 23:37:00
A male member of Waseda University's sumo club was arrested by police on suspicion of violating the Cannabis Control Act after asking an acquaintance in Fukuoka Prefecture to send him cannabis. In response to the interview, the university revealed that it is interviewing other club members, investigating the circumstances behind the incident, and considering measures to prevent it from happening again.
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Additional inspection of Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant; regulatory commission instructs secretariat to compile report
2023-11-14 23:15:00
TEPCO's Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant, which has been ordered to be effectively shut down due to anti-terrorism issues, is in the final stage of additional inspections to determine the progress of improvements. and instructed the secretariat to begin compiling the report.
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Lane restrictions on the Metropolitan Expressway due to Kasumigaseki tunnel repair work from the night of the 14th
2023-11-14 22:54:00
The tunnel on the Metropolitan Expressway's Inner Loop Line was damaged during construction by TEPCO, and repair work began on the night of the 14th with the inner loop section near the Kasumigaseki Tunnel restricted to one lane. Construction is expected to last until early December, and the Metropolitan Expressway is asking for cooperation in easing congestion, such as by using detours.
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Takarazuka Revue troupe member dies, likely due to strong psychological stress due to long hours of work
2023-11-14 22:26:00
In September of this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference regarding the death of a 25-year-old member of the company, and released a report by an investigative team led by an outside lawyer. While the report found no evidence of bullying or harassment, it cannot be denied that the long hours of activities and guidance from upperclassmen may have placed a strong psychological burden on the students. The chairman of the theater company intends to resign in December.
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Takarazuka Revue troupe member dies, likely due to strong psychological stress due to long hours of work
2023-11-14 22:07:00
In September of this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference regarding the death of a 25-year-old member of the company, and released a report by an investigative team led by an outside lawyer. While the report found no evidence of bullying or harassment, it cannot be denied that the long hours of activities and guidance from upperclassmen may have placed a strong psychological burden on the students. The chairman of the theater company intends to resign in December.
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Two people injured in fire at restaurant in building near Tamachi Station, Minato Ward, Tokyo
2023-11-14 21:54:00
According to the Tokyo Fire Department, a fire broke out at a restaurant in a building near JR Tamachi Station in Minato Ward, Tokyo, around 8 p.m. on the 14th, and 17 fire trucks and other vehicles were dispatched to extinguish the fire. So far, two people have been injured.
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Daycare center operator fraudulently received approximately 54 million yen in Kawasaki
2023-11-14 21:48:00
It has been discovered that a company that operates daycare centers in Kawasaki City and other areas fraudulently received approximately 54 million yen in operating outsourcing fees, including by requesting excessive working hours for employees, and the city is requesting that the company return the money. I am planning to do so.
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Video of overseas YouTuber suspected of riding the Shinkansen for free has received a damage report
2023-11-14 21:42:00
It has been revealed that JR Kyushu has filed a complaint with the police regarding an issue in which an overseas YouTuber with approximately 2.4 million subscribers posted a video of him allegedly riding the Shinkansen without paying a ticket, and the complaint was accepted.
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Requests from support organizations for increasing number of consultations for children of Filipino women and Japanese men coming to Japan
2023-11-14 21:36:00
In the early 2000s, children born to Filipino women and Japanese men who came to Japan on so-called "entertainment visas" have reached adulthood, and there are a number of cases in which they come to Japan to find their fathers and get into trouble. In response, a private support group submitted a request to the government asking for more training before they arrive in Japan.
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Social welfare corporation director arrested: Did he receive cash for officer selection? Fukuoka
2023-11-14 21:31:00
The chairman of a social welfare corporation in Itoda Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, was arrested on suspicion of accepting bribes in violation of the Social Welfare Act, including receiving 94 million yen in cash in exchange for favors regarding the appointment of executives.
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Two years after fire destroyed 30 Ekinishi buildings in Hiroshima, restaurants hold fire drills
2023-11-14 20:21:00
This month marks two years since a fire burned down 30 buildings, including homes and restaurants, in the restaurant district near JR Hiroshima Station in Hiroshima City, commonly known as "Ekinishi," and fire drills are being held for restaurants. I got it.
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“Private person arrested” filming of YouTuber Railway companies “do not approve”
2023-11-14 19:55:00
There have been a number of cases in which YouTubers have arrested passengers under the guise of ``private arrest'' for suspicious acts such as molestation or voyeurism on trains or station premises, and have posted videos of the incident online. I'm here. Railway companies do not allow the filming of such videos and ask that it be stopped as it may lead to trouble.
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Takarazuka Revue troupe member dies, likely due to strong psychological stress due to long hours of work
2023-11-14 19:50:00
In September of this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference regarding the death of a 25-year-old member of the company, and released a report by an investigative team led by an outside lawyer. While the report found no evidence of bullying or harassment, it cannot be denied that the long hours of activities and guidance from upperclassmen may have placed a strong psychological burden on the students. The chairman of the theater company intends to resign in December.
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A 17-year-old office worker was re-arrested on suspicion of briefly pulling out a police officer's gun.
2023-11-14 19:37:00
Last month, nine teenagers stormed into a police station in Tokyo's Adachi Ward and were arrested on suspicion of trespassing, and one of them reportedly pulled out a handgun from the responding police officer. He was re-arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of obstructing official duties. In response to the investigation, he has denied the charges.
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Relief for victims of the former Unification Church: Strengthening support for LDP and public lawsuits Proposal for law reform
2023-11-14 19:18:00
In order to provide relief to victims of the former Unification Church, a working team from both the Liberal Democratic Party and the New Komeito Party will strengthen support for civil litigation and amend laws to enable the state to timely assess the asset status of religious corporations that have requested dissolution orders. We have put together a list of recommendations.
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Osaka/Kansai Expo Conference of participating countries, regions, etc. Concerns about delays in preparations
2023-11-14 19:01:00
A meeting was held with representatives from countries and regions participating in the Osaka/Kansai Expo next year, and some countries that were planning to build their own pavilions said, ``We haven't decided on a construction company and are worried about whether we'll be able to do it in time.'' There were also concerns about delays in preparations.
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Unauthorized intrusion into accommodation reservation sites; method of stealing card information confirmed on a global scale
2023-11-14 18:56:00
Damage has been confirmed on a global scale, including Japan, where the system of Booking.com, a major accommodation reservation site, is illegally infiltrated and credit card information is stolen by sending false messages to people who have booked accommodations. The Japan Tourism Agency instructed the company to immediately issue a warning.
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Boy dies after car collides with head at intersection Chiba Shirasato Oami
2023-11-14 18:47:00
On the morning of the 14th, a light passenger car and a passenger car collided head-on at an intersection in Oami Shirasato City, Chiba Prefecture, resulting in the death of a 2-year-old boy who was riding in the car.
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[Details] Takarazuka Revue member dies, possibly under strong psychological stress
2023-11-14 18:42:00
In September of this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference regarding the death of a 25-year-old member of the company, and released a report by an investigative team led by an outside lawyer. While the report found no evidence of bullying or harassment, it cannot be denied that the long hours of activities and guidance from upperclassmen may have placed a strong psychological burden on the students. The chairman of the theater company intends to resign in December.
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Missing French woman's brother meets with Tochigi Prefecture governor
2023-11-14 18:41:00
On the 14th, my brother, who came to Japan to search for clues about a French woman who went missing in Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture five years ago, met with the governor at the Tochigi Prefectural Office and shared all the information collected by the police with the United Nations. We asked them to encourage us to provide this information to other organizations.
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Aomori Hirosaki house burnt down, 1 person killed, unable to contact the resident, a man in his 80s
2023-11-14 18:40:00
On the afternoon of the 14th, a fire destroyed a house in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and one person was found dead in the remains. After the fire, the police have been unable to contact the man in his 80s who lives in this house, so they are working hard to confirm his identity.
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A total of 4 buildings, including a house and a warehouse, were completely destroyed in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, with no one injured.
2023-11-14 18:36:00
On the night of the 13th, a fire occurred in Hamakita Ward, Hamamatsu City, burning down four buildings, including a house and a warehouse. There were no injuries and police and fire departments are investigating the cause of the fire.
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Nihon University's board of directors considers recommendation for president and others to resign over drug incident response
2023-11-14 18:31:00
It has been learned that the university's board of directors is considering whether to recommend the resignation of President Mariko Hayashi, president, and vice president over the handling of the drug incident at Nihon University's American football team. Our policy is to listen to the opinions of those involved before making a final decision.
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Government cracks down on victims of women using malicious host clubs and supports women
2023-11-14 18:21:00
In response to the increasing number of cases in which women who use malicious host clubs are later charged large amounts of money and forced into prostitution in order to repay the money, the government has announced that it will work to support women in addition to cracking down on police. I did.
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Megumi Yokota's classmates sing a chorus wishing for her return to Japan ahead of 46 years since her abduction
2023-11-14 18:18:00
Ahead of the 46th anniversary of Megumi Yokota's abduction by North Korea on the 15th, a gathering was held at her alma mater elementary school in Niigata City, where classmates and children sang songs in hopes of Megumi's return to Japan. I did.
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London Olympics gold medalist Hitomi Ohara promotes digital tax payment Asaka Saitama
2023-11-14 18:09:00
In conjunction with "Tax Thinking Week," which ends on the 17th of this month, in Asaka City, Saitama Prefecture, London Olympics and wrestling gold medalist Hitomi Ohara promoted the increasingly digital tax procedures.
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Haneda Airport collision between van and work vehicle injures 6 people, 2 of whom are transported
2023-11-14 18:04:00
On the afternoon of the 14th, there was an accident at Haneda Airport where a van and a work vehicle collided, and six people riding in the van were injured, two of whom were taken to the hospital and are receiving treatment.
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A cafe where you can have conversations using digital technology opens on the 15th in Shibuya, Tokyo
2023-11-14 18:00:00
Two years from now, in 2025, the Deaflympics, Japan's first international sports competition for people with hearing impairments, will be held. To commemorate this occasion, a cafe will open for a limited time in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo from the 15th, using digital technology to allow people to have conversations regardless of whether they can hear or not.
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[Breaking news] Takarazuka Revue member dies “It depends on the talent and attitude of the troupe member”
2023-11-14 18:00:00
Regarding the death of a 25-year-old Takarazuka Revue member in September this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference on the 14th and announced the contents of a report by an investigation team conducted by an outside lawyer. Although the report states that no bullying or harassment was found, it cannot be denied that the troupe members may have been under a strong psychological burden due to guidance from upperclassmen who had been involved in the activities for a long time. In addition, Chairman Kiba announced his intention to resign as Chairman on December 1, stating, ``I have not been able to protect my colleagues who I have worked with, and I take my responsibility as the head of the organization very seriously.''
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Pool fever hits record high in 10 years for third consecutive week National Institute of Infectious Diseases
2023-11-14 17:44:00
The number of patients with pharyngoconjunctival fever (so-called pool fever) reported from across the country in the week ending November 5th has further increased from the previous week, and remains at the highest level in the past 10 years. In addition, the number of people infected with a type of streptococcal infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and sore throat, is on the rise, and experts say, ``I want people to take measures such as wearing masks when people gather.'' .
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Osaka/Kansai Expo Meeting attended by representatives from participating countries and regions Osaka
2023-11-14 17:32:00
A meeting was held attended by representatives from countries and regions participating in the Osaka/Kansai Expo next year, and the Expo Association, which is the organizer, explained the state of preparation of the venue. While preparations for overseas pavilions are delayed, the Japan Expo Association hopes to accelerate preparations by explaining support measures and other measures.
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[Breaking news] Takarazuka Revue member dies “It depends on the talent and attitude of the troupe member”
2023-11-14 17:19:00
Regarding the death of a 25-year-old Takarazuka Revue member in September this year, the Takarazuka Revue held a press conference on the 14th and announced the contents of a report by an investigation team conducted by an outside lawyer. Although the report states that no bullying or harassment was found, it cannot be denied that the troupe members may have been under a strong psychological burden due to guidance from upperclassmen who had been involved in the activities for a long time. In addition, Chairman Kiba announced his intention to resign as Chairman on December 1, stating, ``I have not been able to protect my colleagues who I have worked with, and I take my responsibility as the head of the organization very seriously.''
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“Site usage fee unpaid” Woman in her 60s suffered approximately 94 million yen in fraud Tochigi
2023-11-14 17:19:00
A woman in her 60s from Utsunomiya City believed false stories such as ``the site usage fee has not been paid'' and transferred cash to the specified account more than 300 times, and was defrauded of a total of approximately 94 million yen. Police are asking anyone who calls someone about money to suspect a scam and to contact their family or the police.
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First trial of father in Kawasaki eldest son's death in captivity case, willing to contest some of the charges
2023-11-14 17:13:00
A year ago, the first trial was held for a father accused of killing his eldest son, a 37-year-old man who appeared to have had a mental illness, while restraining him at a residence in Kawasaki City. The defense attorney showed a stance of contesting some of the charges, saying, ``We were not aware of the need for him to receive medical care.We were feeding him every day.''
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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress attend the "Cosmos International Prize" commemorative symposium
2023-11-14 17:09:00
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Cosmos International Prize, which recognizes outstanding research activities on the theme of coexistence between nature and humans, and a commemorative symposium was held in Tokyo, with Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress in attendance. Ta.
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A former Johnny's talent who had complained about the damage may have committed suicide last month.
2023-11-14 16:55:00
It has been revealed that a former talent under Johnny Kitagawa who had complained of sexual assault had passed away last month. Judging from the circumstances at the scene, it appears to have been a suicide, and the bereaved family has commented that the trauma of the sexual assault combined with the slander has made their ``stress even worse.''
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Tire falls off from a moving light car and hits a girl unconscious Sapporo
2023-11-14 16:14:00
On the afternoon of the 14th, a tire came off a light vehicle traveling on a city road in Nishi Ward, Sapporo, and hit a girl who was on a nearby sidewalk. The girl was taken to the hospital in an unconscious state, and police are investigating the circumstances at the time.
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[Breaking news] Takarazuka Revue troupe member death investigation team report released at press conference
2023-11-14 16:13:00
This September, the Takarazuka Revue Company began holding a press conference regarding the death of a 25-year-old Takarazuka Revue member. It has been announced that the contents of the report by an investigative team conducted by an outside lawyer will be made public, and attention will be focused on what kind of explanation they will provide as the bereaved family is demanding an apology and compensation, alleging that long hours of work were the cause.
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A former Johnny's talent who had complained about the damage may have committed suicide last month.
2023-11-14 15:49:00
It has been revealed that a former talent under Johnny Kitagawa who had complained of sexual assault had passed away last month. He was said to have been suffering from the effects of sexual assault and being slandered, and based on the circumstances at the scene, it appears that he attempted suicide.
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Sapporo radio personality arrested for sexual assault over job offer
2023-11-14 15:34:00
A company employee who works as a personality on a radio station in Sapporo was arrested on suspicion of luring a woman in her 20s to a hotel in Tokyo, saying ``I wanted to talk about work,'' and sexually assaulting her. In response to the investigation, he has denied the charges.
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Guided by design?! Pitfalls of “dark patterns”
2023-11-14 15:29:00
``I thought it was a free trial, but it turned into a regular purchase without me knowing.'' ``I wanted to buy a plane ticket, but at the last minute, I was told that there was a 3,000 yen handling fee.'' That's because the design of the site or app lured you in. It may have been. Have you ever heard of "dark pattern"? (Tatsuro Imono, the reporting team who won't be fooled by digital technology)
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A former Johnny's talent who had complained about the damage may have committed suicide last month.
2023-11-14 15:18:00
It has been revealed that a former talent under Johnny Kitagawa who had complained of sexual assault had passed away last month. He was said to have been suffering from the effects of sexual assault and being slandered, and based on the circumstances at the scene, it appears that he attempted suicide.
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What is the statute of limitations? The man who stabbed him in the left eye 15 years ago is still on the run.
2023-11-14 14:33:00
It happened when I was riding my bicycle home from work. He was attacked by two men who stabbed him in the left eye with something that looked like an umbrella. At one point, he became unconscious and is still suffering from the aftereffects. However, the statute of limitations for the case expires on November 18th. ``Even if the statute of limitations runs out, the aftereffects won't go away.'' His wife, who has been supporting him since the incident, reflected on the past 15 years. (Sendai Broadcasting Station reporter Arisa Fujiie)
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Takarazuka Revue troupe member dies. Press conference from 4pm. Investigation team report released.
2023-11-14 14:30:00
Regarding the death of a 25-year-old Takarazuka Revue member in September this year, the Revue Company held a press conference at 4pm on the 14th and released the contents of the report of the investigation team conducted by an outside lawyer. Masu. The bereaved family is seeking an apology and compensation, alleging that the long hours at work were the cause, and it will be interesting to see what kind of explanation the opera company will provide.
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Osaka/Kansai Expo Meeting attended by representatives from participating countries and regions Osaka
2023-11-14 14:29:00
A meeting was held attended by representatives from countries and regions participating in the Osaka/Kansai Expo next year, and the Expo Association, which is the organizer, explained the state of preparation of the venue. While preparations for overseas pavilions are delayed, the Japan Expo Association hopes to accelerate preparations by explaining support measures and other measures.
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Wide-area robbery: Three executives of special fraud group re-arrested in attempted robbery in Yamaguchi
2023-11-14 14:18:00
The Metropolitan Police Department has confirmed that the three executives of a special fraud group who were arrested and indicted as instructors in a series of wide-area robberies, including those in Komae City, Tokyo, were also the perpetrators in an attempted robbery in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture last year. He was re-arrested for giving instructions.
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Unauthorized intrusion into accommodation reservation sites; damage caused by card information theft confirmed on a global scale
2023-11-14 14:14:00
Damage has been confirmed on a global scale, including Japan, in which the system of Booking.com, a major accommodation reservation site, is illegally infiltrated and credit card information is stolen by sending false messages to people who have booked accommodations. The Japan Tourism Agency instructed the company to immediately issue a warning.
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Osaka/Kansai Expo Meeting attended by representatives from participating countries and regions Osaka
2023-11-14 13:53:00
A meeting was held attended by representatives from countries and regions participating in the Osaka/Kansai Expo next year, and the Expo Association, which is the organizer, explained the state of preparation of the venue. While preparations for overseas pavilions are delayed, the Japan Expo Association hopes to accelerate preparations by explaining support measures and other measures.
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Kofu murder and arson trial defendant: “I have no intention of returning to society”
2023-11-14 13:49:00
In October last year, at the trial in which a couple in their 50s were murdered and their house set on fire in Kofu City, the defendant, who was 19 years old at the time, was asked by his lawyer why he did not answer various questions. Speaking for the first time, he said, ``I have no intention of returning to society.''
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Ride-sharing “Consideration of new law by next year,” some say at a panel of experts
2023-11-14 13:17:00
In preparation for the introduction of ride-sharing, some government experts made a proposal to consider enacting a new law next year. Digital Minister Kono, who is in charge of regulatory reform, indicated that he would proceed with the discussion while also referring to the contents of the recommendations.
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Akita City lends kerosene stoves to victims of July's record heavy rains
2023-11-14 12:48:00
In Akita City, where large areas of homes were flooded due to record-breaking heavy rains in July, the city is lending kerosene stoves and other equipment to those affected by the heavy rains, ahead of the onset of winter's chill.
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Two people killed in a house fire in Hiroshima's Saeki Ward: father in his 90s and son in his 60s
2023-11-14 12:47:00
In the early hours of the 14th, there was a fire at a house in Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City, and the bodies of two people were found in the ashes. Police believe that the deceased were a father in his 90s and a son in his 60s who lived in this house, and are working to confirm their identities and investigating the cause of the fire.
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Wide-area robbery: Three executives of special fraud group re-arrested in attempted robbery in Yamaguchi
2023-11-14 12:21:00
The Metropolitan Police Department has confirmed that the three executives of a special fraud group who were arrested and indicted as instructors in a series of wide-area robberies, including those in Komae City, Tokyo, were also the perpetrators in an attempted robbery in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture last year. He was re-arrested for giving instructions.
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Presidents of demolition companies arrested for allowing industrial waste to be disposed of by unlicensed companies
2023-11-14 12:11:00
Five people, including the president of a demolition company in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, were arrested on suspicion of violating the Waste Management and Public Cleansing Act for having an unlicensed company dispose of industrial waste generated during building demolition work. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of the incident, as the waste was ultimately used to level the land in Chiba Prefecture.
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“Private person arrested” YouTuber posted defamatory video from his own smartphone?
2023-11-14 11:55:00
A YouTuber who was arrested on suspicion of defamation for posting a video defaming an 18-year-old woman on an Internet site after being accused of illegally reselling tickets posted the video in question from his smartphone. Interviews with investigators revealed that this appears to have been the case. The video shows multiple people surrounding the woman, so the Metropolitan Police Department is conducting a detailed investigation to see if there are any other people involved in the post.
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“We plan to dispose of it to Big Motor on the 30th of this month” Finance Minister Suzuki
2023-11-14 11:52:00
Concerning the issue of fraudulent insurance claims by Big Motor, Financial Affairs Minister Suzuki said at a press conference after the cabinet meeting on the 14th that the Kanto Local Finance Bureau will issue a disposition against Big Motor to cancel its registration as a non-life insurance agency, effective the 30th of this month. We made it clear that we had communicated the policy.
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FUJIWARA Toshifumi Fujimoto sent to prosecutors for suspected hit-and-run accident while driving
2023-11-14 11:35:00
In an interview with the Metropolitan Police Department, it was learned that Toshifumi Fujimoto of the popular comedy duo FUJIWARA was referred to the prosecutor's office for causing a hit-and-run accident while driving a passenger car at an intersection in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo last month.
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“Nursery teachers are leaving for big cities” Governors of four prefectures request the government to improve their treatment
2023-11-14 11:06:00
As securing childcare workers becomes an issue, the governors and vice-governors of four prefectures, including Saitama and Chiba, have asked the national government to reduce the salaries of childcare workers, citing an outflow of human resources to neighboring large cities where salaries are higher. We called for initiatives that would lead to improved treatment, such as reviewing the standards that affect employees.
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The first monorail in Japan to open at Ueno Zoo will be dismantled from January next year
2023-11-14 10:34:00
The monorail at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo, which was the first to open in Japan, will be officially abolished at the end of December, and demolition work will begin from January next year.
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Two people die in a house fire in Hiroshima's Saeki Ward; two men, one in their 90s and the other in their 60s, could not be contacted.
2023-11-14 09:45:00
In the early hours of the 14th, there was a fire at a house in Saeki Ward, Hiroshima City, and the bodies of two people were found in the ashes. Two men, one in their 90s and one in their 60s, are believed to have lived in this house, and since they have not been able to contact each other, police are working to confirm their identities.
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A woman holding a 1-year-old girl was hit and the girl died, Chiba Yotsukaido
2023-11-14 08:39:00
On the evening of the 13th, a woman believed to be a mother holding a 1-year-old girl in her arms was hit by a van in Yotsukaido City, Chiba Prefecture, and the girl died. Police are working to confirm the identity of the man, arrested the 62-year-old driver of the van, and are looking into the details of the situation.
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Ibaraki Ushiku: Strong blow to the head of dead couple - investigation after learning about son's circumstances
2023-11-14 08:23:00
On the 10th of this month, a husband in his 70s and his wife in their 60s were found dead in a house in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture.A detailed examination of the bodies revealed that both died from severe blows to the head. It has been confirmed that this has been done. Police are investigating the case, suspecting that the two were murdered, and suspecting that their 40-year-old son, who was arrested for possessing a knife near their home, may have knowledge of the incident.
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Akita prefecture governor apologizes to Shikoku governors for commenting that Jakoten is "poor"
2023-11-14 08:09:00
Governor Satake of Akita Prefecture, who later apologized after making remarks about food in the Shikoku region, including Jakoten, as "poor and disgusting," visited the Tokyo offices of Tokushima Prefecture and Ehime Prefecture and apologized directly to the governors. .
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A woman holding a 1-year-old girl was hit and the girl died, Chiba Yotsukaido
2023-11-14 07:14:00
On the evening of the 13th, a woman believed to be a mother holding a 1-year-old girl in her arms was hit by a van in Yotsukaido City, Chiba Prefecture, and the girl died. Police are working to confirm the identity of the man, arrested the 62-year-old driver of the van, and are looking into the details of the situation.
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Today marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Kanmon Bridge, with repair work aimed at building a new bridge.
2023-11-14 07:05:00
14 days will mark 50 years since the Kanmon Bridge connecting Kyushu and Honshu opened. As a major logistics artery, it supports regional economic development, and traffic volume has more than tripled in half a century. While repair work is underway on the bridge as a countermeasure to its deterioration, there are also moves to construct a new second bridge.
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Sagamihara City drafts ordinance banning hate speech against people with disabilities, etc.
2023-11-14 06:35:00
In Sagamihara City, where an incident occurred seven years ago in which 19 residents at a facility for people with intellectual disabilities were murdered, the city has drafted an ordinance to ban hate speech against people with disabilities and to make the outline public if confirmed. This was revealed through interviews with the people involved. If included in the ordinance, it would be the first time in the country that the ordinance regarding the publication of hate speech against people with disabilities is included.
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Four months after record-breaking heavy rains in Akita, continuing support for those affected is an issue
2023-11-14 06:18:00
Fourteen days will mark four months since the record heavy rains that caused great damage in Akita Prefecture in July. Approximately 7,000 homes have been confirmed to have been damaged so far, and continuous support for those affected is an issue.
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“Private arrest type” YouTuber arrested on suspicion of defamation
2023-11-14 05:14:00
A 40-year-old YouTuber was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of defamation after he allegedly defamed an 18-year-old woman in a video he posted on an Internet site. She posted a video accusing the YouTuber of unfairly reselling tickets to women.
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NHK public opinion poll
2023-11-14 05:01:00
An NHK opinion poll asked whether people can accept the increased burden on the public, with the construction costs for the Osaka/Kansai Expo next year expected to rise by up to 235 billion yen due to soaring material prices. When asked, 15% agreed and 77% disagreed.
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Takarazuka Revue troupe member dies “Today press conference to release investigation report”
2023-11-14 00:01:00
Regarding the death of a 25-year-old Takarazuka Revue member in September this year, the Takarazuka Revue will hold a press conference on the afternoon of the 14th and will release the contents of the report of the investigation team conducted by an outside lawyer. This was discovered through interviews with those involved. The bereaved family is seeking an apology and compensation, alleging that the long hours at work were the cause, and it will be interesting to see what kind of explanation the opera company will provide.
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