Social News(2023/11/22)
Nihon University Board of Governors “Recommends resignation to President and Vice President; 50% pay cut to President Mariko Hayashi”
2023-11-22 23:49:00
Regarding the handling of the drug incident at Nihon University's American football club, on the 22nd, the university's board of directors recommended President Takeo Sakai and Vice President Yasuhiro Sawada to resign, and also decided to give President Mariko Hayashi a 50% pay cut. I found out that
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Yamanashi Prefecture holds first briefing session for residents on “Mt. Fuji Climbing Railway Concept” Yamanakako Village
2023-11-22 22:48:00
On the 21st, the first briefing session for residents was held in the local village of Yamanakako regarding the ``Mt. Fuji Climbing Railway'' project that Yamanashi Prefecture is currently considering.
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House fire in Naha, Okinawa, kills 2 men and women, possibly a couple in their 80s
2023-11-22 21:56:00
On the afternoon of the 22nd, a fire broke out at a house in Naha City, killing two people, a man and a woman. Police believe they are a couple in their 80s who live in this house, and are working to confirm their identities and investigating the cause of the fire.
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Director-General of the Imperial Household Agency explains the background to the large-scale renovation of Prince Akishino's residence, "It ended up being expensive"
2023-11-22 21:43:00
At a regular press conference on the 22nd, Yasuhiko Nishimura, Director-General of the Imperial Household Agency, once again explained the background to the large-scale renovation work at Prince Akishino's residence, and said, ``The construction costs for the parts that were improved at the discretion of the Imperial Household Agency ended up being high.'' ``We are extremely saddened that we were unable to fully respond to the wishes of Prince and Princess Akishino to keep costs down as much as possible.''
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Governor Hase Ishikawa “will not make any further statements regarding the Olympic bid”
2023-11-22 21:34:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture apologized once again for his statement that he had given gifts to IOC members using so-called secret secret funds in connection with the bid for the Tokyo Olympics. No,” he said.
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North Korea: Cryptocurrency stolen in cyber attack reaches record high, UN expert says
2023-11-22 21:23:00
A UN panel of experts investigating the implementation of sanctions against North Korea has compiled an interim report showing that North Korea stole 250 billion yen worth of crypto assets in cyber attacks last year, the highest on record. . It has been pointed out that IT workers responsible for systems development and other work at companies around the world may be involved in the attacks, and experts emphasize the importance of the international community working together to strengthen crackdowns.
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"Is mega solar power behind the increase in bear damage?" Beware of unfounded information
2023-11-22 21:12:00
``This may be related to the construction of large-scale solar power generation facilities and mega solar power plants.'' As damage caused by bears continues to occur in various places, posts such as this are spreading on social media. However, experts say that the information is not well-founded. I interviewed him to find out what it was all about.
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Conductor of JR West's limited express ``Haruka'' arrested for secretly filming female passengers
2023-11-22 20:57:00
A JR West limited express train conductor was arrested for allegedly installing a pen-shaped camera in the train's toilet while on duty and secretly filming eight female passengers. The police are investigating the details of the incident, as he stated in response to the investigation that he had started secretly filming a year ago.
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Atmospheric instability centered in northern Japan from tomorrow; blizzard likely from tomorrow
2023-11-22 20:32:00
Due to the effects of the low pressure and front, atmospheric conditions are expected to be extremely unstable mainly on the Sea of Japan side of northern Japan from the 23rd to the 24th, and people will need to be careful about lightning strikes and gusts of wind. After that, there will be a strong winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern, so there is a risk of a blizzard mainly in northern Japan from the 24th to the 25th, so prepare early.
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Check sheet to prevent indecent acts by teachers Saitama Prefectural Board of Education
2023-11-22 20:29:00
As there is no end to the number of elementary and junior high school teachers who have been dismissed from their positions due to incidents of indecency with children and students, the Saitama Prefectural Board of Education uses a checklist to check for acts that could lead to indecency during interviews conducted after teacher selection. We have begun efforts to lead to prevention.
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Middle school principal dismissed for possession of obscene images and suspected sexual assault, Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education
2023-11-22 20:14:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education has disciplined and dismissed the principal of a municipal junior high school in Nerima Ward, Tokyo, who was arrested for possessing obscene images of young girls and sexually assaulting students.
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"Drinking Guidelines" drafted by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare
2023-11-22 20:02:00
As the end of the year approaches, many people are likely to have more opportunities to drink alcohol. However, if you drink too much alcohol, there are concerns about its effects on your health. So, how much alcohol should you drink? The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare decided to create ``Drinking Guidelines'' to help people determine the appropriate amount of alcohol to drink, and the draft was compiled at an expert meeting held on the 22nd.
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Hiroshima High Court confirms sexual abuse by father, dismisses claim for compensation following first trial
2023-11-22 18:56:00
The Hiroshima High Court ruled in the second instance of a case in which a woman in her 40s from Hiroshima City, who suffered from the aftereffects of repeated sexual abuse by her biological father when she was a child, sought damages from her father. Following the trial, the case was found to be sexual abuse, but the lawsuit was dismissed on the grounds that the lawsuit had been filed too late, stating that ``it was possible to file a lawsuit after the age of 20.''
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"Drinking Guidelines" drafted by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare
2023-11-22 18:52:00
As the end of the year approaches, many people are likely to have more opportunities to drink alcohol. However, if you drink too much alcohol, there are concerns about its effects on your health. So, how much alcohol should you drink? The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare decided to create ``Drinking Guidelines'' to help people determine the appropriate amount of alcohol to drink, and the draft was compiled at an expert meeting held on the 22nd.
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Supreme Court to confirm guilty verdict with suspended sentence for doctors in hay fever research corruption case
2023-11-22 18:47:00
The Supreme Court decided by the 22nd in a trial against doctors who were accused of bribery over a joint research on hay fever conducted at a municipal hospital in Kishiwada City, Osaka, who were acquitted in the first trial and later found guilty in the second trial. The decision was made to dismiss the doctors' appeal, and the conviction was finalized with a suspended sentence.
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Governor Hase Ishikawa “will not make any further statements regarding the Olympic bid”
2023-11-22 18:28:00
Governor Hase of Ishikawa Prefecture has once again apologized for his statement that he had given gifts to IOC members using so-called confidential government funds in connection with the bid for the Tokyo Olympics. No,” he said.
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Conductor of JR West's limited express ``Haruka'' arrested for secretly filming female passengers
2023-11-22 17:59:00
A JR West limited express train conductor was arrested for allegedly installing a pen-shaped camera in the train's toilet while on duty and secretly filming eight female passengers. The police are investigating the details of the incident, as he stated in response to the investigation that he had started secretly filming a year ago.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education disciplinary dismissal of district junior high school principal arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting student
2023-11-22 17:41:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education has dismissed the principal of a municipal junior high school in Nerima Ward, Tokyo, who was arrested and charged with possessing indecent images of young girls and sexually assaulting students.
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Gifu: Psychiatric evaluation of former Self-Defense Force cadet over 3-person casualty incident extended
2023-11-22 17:39:00
At a Ground Self-Defense Force firing range in Gifu City, a member of the Self-Defense Force was shot with a rifle during live-fire training, resulting in three people being killed and injured. The period has been extended until January next year.
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Kanazawa Racecourse: Lights go out during race, 2 jockeys injured What was the situation at the time?
2023-11-22 17:38:00
At the Kanazawa Racecourse in Kanazawa City, the lights on the course went out and two jockeys were injured after their horses fell, resulting in an unsuccessful race.One of the jockeys who rode the horse gave an interview to NHK about the situation where the power suddenly went out. I spoke.
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Johnny's issue: Procedures begin to pay compensation to 35 people who reported damage
2023-11-22 17:23:00
"SMILE-UP.", which changed its name from Johnny's Office due to the sexual assault scandal caused by Johnny Kitagawa, announced on the 22nd that the Victim Relief Committee had decided on the amount of compensation for 35 of the people who reported the damage. The company announced that it has begun concrete procedures for payment.
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Chiba Katsuura Two staff members arrested and charged for abuse at special nursing home
2023-11-22 17:17:00
Employees and former employees, both in their 20s, were arrested one after another at a special nursing home in Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture, for allegedly injuring a 91-year-old female resident by pinching her cheeks and slapping her in the face. The facility said, ``We will take measures to improve while receiving guidance from the government.''
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To prevent indecent acts, check sheet for selection exams Saitama Prefectural Board of Education
2023-11-22 17:15:00
As there is no end to the number of elementary and junior high school teachers who have been dismissed from their positions due to incidents of indecency with children and students, the Saitama Prefectural Board of Education has conducted a check sheet to check for acts that lead to indecency during interviews conducted during the teacher selection examination. , we have started an initiative that will lead to prevention.
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40 group home facilities divert food cost balance to personnel costs Aichi
2023-11-22 16:50:00
Aichi Prefecture conducted an investigation into all group homes in the prefecture in response to suspicions of excessive collection of food costs at group homes for people with disabilities operated by a company in Minato Ward, Tokyo, across the country. It has been confirmed that there are 40 facilities that use the remaining amount of collected food fees to pay for staff expenses.
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Johnny Kitagawa sexual assault issue: Compensation amount offered to 35 people who reported damage
2023-11-22 16:48:00
"SMILE-UP.", which changed its name from Johnny's Office due to the issue of sexual assault by Johnny Kitagawa, announced on the 22nd that the Victim Relief Committee will present the amount of compensation to 35 of the people who reported the damage. announced that they have begun concrete procedures for payment.
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Compilation of draft “Drinking Guidelines” Showing health risks in numbers
2023-11-22 16:42:00
In order to help determine the appropriate amount of alcohol to drink, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare compiled a draft of the ``Drinking Guidelines'' that indicate the health risks depending on the amount of alcohol contained in alcohol at an expert meeting held on the 22nd. Ta.
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[Video explanation] Beware of “smartphone hijacking” SIM swap scams
2023-11-22 16:42:00
Beware of "SIM swap fraud" where your smartphone is hijacked! This is a method of hijacking your phone number by impersonating the person and reissuing your SIM card or canceling your SIM card. In order to prevent identity theft, it is important to thoroughly manage personal information. It is important to always be aware of what to do if you become a victim when using the service. (“Metropolitan Area Network” broadcast on November 17th. Video is 3 minutes 48 seconds. Cannot be viewed on data broadcast)
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[Video explanation] Don't be fooled by ticket scams
2023-11-22 16:37:00
Don't buy tickets via SNS, use official tickets! Tickets for popular events that are difficult to obtain. Unable to give up, I searched on social media and found a post that said they wanted to sell it, although the price was a little higher than the list price. Is this a scam? But maybe I can get it... Ticket scams take advantage of the psychology of fans who say, ``I want to meet my favorites'' or ``I really want to watch the match,'' and exploit social media to scam people out of money. It is increasing now. (“Metropolitan Area Network” broadcast on November 16th. Video is 3 minutes and 37 seconds. Cannot be viewed on data broadcast)
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[Video explanation] Don't be fooled by "AI fakes" spreading on SNS etc.
2023-11-22 16:34:00
Don't be fooled by "deep fakes"! When an announcer on the news calls for investment... What if Prime Minister Kishida suddenly started talking obscenely on TV? A fake video has gone viral on social media that makes it appear as though the person is actually saying something that he or she did not say. These fake videos can now be easily created using generative AI. It is important not to easily believe videos that are spread on social media, etc., and if you notice anything even slightly strange, first suspect that the videos may be fake. ("Metropolitan Area Network" broadcast on November 15th. Video is 1 minute 58 seconds. Cannot be viewed on data broadcast)
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[Video explanation] Be careful about online games that make it easy to become stronger
2023-11-22 16:25:00
Beware of “getting stronger easily” in online games! I love this game, but I don't have time to develop my characters... I really want a limited edition rare item... RMT = Real Money Trade, where users buy and sell characters, items, etc. in online games using real money. There is a risk that people will take advantage of your desire to become stronger easily and have your money scammed. ("Metropolitan Area Network" broadcast on November 13th. Video is 1 minute 38 seconds. Cannot be viewed on data broadcast)
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[Video explanation] Guided by design?! Be careful of “dark patterns”
2023-11-22 16:20:00
Don't be fooled by "dark patterns" that lead you to unfavorable decisions! ``I thought it was a free trial, but it turned into a regular purchase without me realizing it.'' ``I was thinking of buying a plane ticket, but at the last minute I was told that there was a 3,000 yen handling fee.'' Without realizing it, it turned out to be an unfavorable decision. You may be fooled by ``dark patterns,'' web designs that guide you. It is important to be aware of the existence of dark patterns in order to protect yourself. ("Metropolitan Area Network" broadcast on November 14th. Video is 1 minute 59 seconds. Cannot be viewed on data broadcast)
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National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation renews its permanent exhibition for the first time in seven years Koto-ku, Tokyo
2023-11-22 16:12:00
The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, where you can learn about cutting-edge science and technology, has undergone a major renovation of its permanent exhibits for the first time in seven years. One of the new exhibition themes is "aging." The exhibition opened to the public on the 22nd to show how we can face aging using science and technology.
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Chiba Kominato Railway - The best time to see the yellow ginkgo trees at the unmanned station
2023-11-22 16:03:00
At the unmanned Kominato Railway station in Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, ginkgo trees are in full bloom, turning yellow.
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“Cannabis gummy” ingredient “HHCH” added to designated drug list, sales prohibited from next month
2023-11-22 15:58:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare added the detected ingredient ``HHCH'' to the list of designated drugs on the 22nd due to the issue of people complaining of poor health after eating gummies with names of ingredients similar to cannabis. As a result, sales, possession, and use will be prohibited from December 2nd, 10 days later.
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More than 580,000 Toyota vehicles recalled over 580,000 vehicles - brakes may not work properly
2023-11-22 15:40:00
Toyota Motor Corporation has submitted a recall to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for over 580,000 vehicles in two models due to weak bolts on the parking brake pedal, which could, in the worst case scenario, cause the brakes to fail.
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M6.7 earthquake near Vanuatu Islands, no tsunami impact on Japan Japan Meteorological Agency
2023-11-22 14:19:00
According to the USGS (United States Geological Survey), at around 1:47 pm Japan time on the 22nd, there was an earthquake with its epicenter near the Vanuatu Islands, an island nation in the South Pacific. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, there is no tsunami impact on Japan due to this earthquake.
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Body of man found naked and tied at the wrists in apartment; investigation into corpse abandonment case
2023-11-22 14:00:00
On the 21st, the body of a 42-year-old man who lived in an apartment building in Nagoya was found in a room that was sealed off from the outside, and the body was found naked with his wrists bound, according to investigators. I found this out through interviews with people. Police believe the man was involved in some kind of trouble and are investigating the incident as a case of abandonment of a corpse.
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Fire at junior high school in Nagoya, students evacuated, no injuries
2023-11-22 13:59:00
According to the Nagoya City Fire Department, just before 1:00 p.m. on the 22nd, they received a report of ``fire and smoke coming from the school building'' at Nagoya Junior High School attached to Aichi University of Education in Daikominami, Higashi Ward, Nagoya City. The fire has already been mostly extinguished, students have been evacuated, and no one has been injured so far. Firefighters are investigating the cause of the fire.
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Germany's traditional "Munich Christmas Market" begins in Sapporo
2023-11-22 13:58:00
The Munich Christmas Market, an event to enjoy traditional German Christmas, began on the 22nd at Odori Park in Sapporo.
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November 22nd “Good Couple Day” Ceremony to celebrate a couple celebrating their golden wedding anniversary Mito
2023-11-22 13:21:00
November 22nd is a pun on ``Good Couple Day''. A ceremony was held in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture, to celebrate a couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
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Compensation trial for the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident, second instance verdict also does not recognize national responsibility
2023-11-22 12:45:00
The second instance of the trial in which more than 120 residents who evacuated from Fukushima Prefecture to the Tokai region due to the accident at Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant sought compensation from the government and Tokyo Electric Power Company for the mental suffering they suffered, Following the first instance, the Nagoya High Court ordered TEPCO to pay compensation, but did not accept the government's responsibility.
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3-year-old child dies, school bus left behind, then-school principal and homeroom teacher indicted at home in Shizuoka
2023-11-22 12:28:00
In September last year, a 3-year-old girl was left behind on a school bus at a certified kindergarten in Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and died of severe heatstroke. According to interviews with investigators, two former homeroom teachers were indicted on the 22nd on charges of causing death due to professional negligence.
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Four people arrested for selling over-the-counter drugs without permission near Toyoko Tokyo
2023-11-22 11:59:00
As ``overdose'' (over-consumption of over-the-counter drugs) becomes a problem among the younger generation, the Metropolitan Police Department has arrested four suspects, including a 21-year-old suspect, for selling over-the-counter drugs without a license near To-yoko in Kabukicho, Shinjuku. I was arrested. We suspect that the products were repeatedly sold illegally to high school students and others, and we are investigating the acquisition route.
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Man in his 80s injured after being bitten on the head by a bear on the Akita road
2023-11-22 11:51:00
A man in his 80s was attacked and injured by a bear in Akita City. The bear has gone missing after attacking a man, and police are on patrol and asking for caution.
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Illegal scout group executives arrested; threatened not to report damage?
2023-11-22 11:49:00
The executives of one of the largest groups in Japan that conducts illegal scouting mainly in Kabukicho, Tokyo, were arrested and charged with causing serious injuries to male members, and the men were told not to report the damage. Two other executives were also arrested for making threats.
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Employees arrested one after another for suspected abuse at special nursing home in Katsuura, Chiba
2023-11-22 11:29:00
Employees and former employees, both in their 20s, have been arrested one after another for allegedly injuring a 91-year-old female resident at a special nursing home in Katsuura City, Chiba Prefecture, by pinching her cheek and slapping her in the face. The facility stated, ``We will take measures to improve while receiving guidance from the government.''
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Man dies on street in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, investigated as hit-and-run incident
2023-11-22 10:49:00
On the 21st, a 44-year-old man was found collapsed on the street in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, and died at a hospital. Based on the circumstances at the scene, it appears that the man was hit by a car, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident as a fatal hit-and-run.
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37-year-old babysitter arrested for molesting young sisters while visiting
2023-11-22 10:26:00
A 37-year-old male babysitter was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of molesting two young sisters he was visiting. The Metropolitan Police Department is conducting a detailed investigation after multiple obscene images of girls were found on the babysitter's computer.
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Caldera-like topography caused by volcanic activity confirmed on the ocean floor near Torishima
2023-11-22 06:58:00
JAMSTEC (Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology) investigated the waters near Torishima in the Izu Islands, the epicenter of the earthquake that caused a tsunami on the Pacific coast on the 9th of last month. As a result, a caldera-shaped topography created by volcanic eruption activity was confirmed on the ocean floor. Ta. The person in charge said, ``Although we do not know if it is related to the tsunami, there is a high possibility that the source of the sound waves caused by the shaking was the submarine volcano that was confirmed this time.''
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Nagoya Railway AI analysis detects abnormalities at level crossings to prevent collisions
2023-11-22 06:27:00
In order to prevent collisions between trains, people, or cars, Nagoya Railway has begun operating a system that uses video analysis using AI to detect abnormalities at level crossings and notify train crews.
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Four men and women arrested for selling over-the-counter drugs without a license near Toyoko
2023-11-22 06:24:00
Overdosing on over-the-counter drugs has become a problem among the younger generation, and four men and women, including a 21-year-old suspect, were arrested for selling over-the-counter drugs without a license near Toyoko in Kabukicho, Shinjuku. It was learned through interviews with investigators that he had been arrested. The Metropolitan Police Department suspects that the products were repeatedly sold illegally to minors and is investigating the acquisition route.
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Malaysia: 7 Japanese arrested; electronic equipment at base destroyed; evidence destroyed?
2023-11-22 03:00:00
In an incident in which seven Japanese people who were believed to be based in Malaysia were arrested by local police, it was discovered that multiple electronic devices had been destroyed when the police raided the base. . Local police suspect that the fraud group was attempting to destroy evidence, and are conducting a detailed investigation of the seized evidence.
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[Summary] North Korean missile launch: What is the situation in Okinawa and Kagoshima?
2023-11-22 01:22:00
The Ministry of Defense announced that a possible ballistic missile was launched from North Korea. In addition, the government issued new information on the J-Alert (National Instant Warning System) at 11:15 p.m. on the 21st, announcing, ``The missile is believed to have passed into the Pacific Ocean around 10:55 p.m.'' Did. We have compiled a list focusing on movements within Okinawa Prefecture.
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[Expert commentary] Professor Atsuhito Isozaki, Keio University, specializing in North Korean politics
2023-11-22 00:52:00
The government announced on the night of the 21st that it appears that a missile was fired from North Korea, flew over Okinawa Prefecture, and then passed into the Pacific Ocean. North Korea has notified Japan that it will launch an "artificial satellite" after midnight on the 22nd, and the Ministry of Defense is gathering and analyzing information. I spoke to Professor Atsuhito Isozaki of Keio University, who specializes in North Korean politics, about this over the phone. (Video 6 minutes 20 seconds, broadcast around 23:58 on November 21) *Cannot be viewed on data broadcast.
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Insiders surrounding game development recommend fines to acquaintances of former employees
2023-11-22 00:41:00
The Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission has fined an acquaintance of a former employee of a major game company, who was found guilty of insider trading, illegally purchasing stocks based on the same undisclosed information. We recommended that the Financial Services Agency order the money.
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Resident's body found in apartment closet; investigation into corpse abandonment case
2023-11-22 00:34:00
On the afternoon of the 21st, the body of a 42-year-old man who lived in an apartment in Nagoya's Naka Ward was found in the closet. Since the entrance to the room was barred from the outside, police began investigating the incident as a case of abandonment of a corpse.
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[Expert commentary] North Korea launch: Former Maritime Self-Defense Force Admiral Yoji Koda
2023-11-22 00:18:00
The government announced on the night of the 21st that it appears that a missile was fired from North Korea, flew over Okinawa Prefecture, and then passed into the Pacific Ocean. North Korea has notified Japan that it will launch an "artificial satellite" after midnight on the 22nd, and the Ministry of Defense is gathering and analyzing information. I spoke to Yoji Koda, a former naval admiral who served as a commander in the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, about this over the phone. (Video 3 minutes 9 seconds, broadcast around 23:25 on November 21) *Cannot be viewed on data broadcast.
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