Social News(2023/12/06)
“It was scary” Car crashes into cram school class, injuring 3 people, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka
2023-12-06 23:21:00
On the night of the 6th, a light passenger car crashed into a building housing a cram school in Fukuoka City, and according to the police, three people were injured, including the 73-year-old male driver, a male junior high school student and a 53-year-old male who were at the scene. .
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Considering removing income limits for subsidizing expenses such as wheelchairs for children with disabilities
2023-12-06 22:44:00
As part of its efforts to combat the declining birthrate and to create communities where all children can live with peace of mind, the government is considering eliminating income restrictions on the subsidy system for the costs of wheelchairs, hearing aids, etc. used by children with disabilities. I see that it is progressing.
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"Mycotoxin" detected in wheat grown in Iwate Prefecture used in Niigata elementary and junior high school lunches
2023-12-06 22:26:00
In November, it was discovered that "mycotoxin" was detected in wheat grown in Iwate Prefecture that was used for school lunches provided to elementary and junior high schools in three cities and villages in Niigata Prefecture. Of these, one elementary school student in Yahiko Village had symptoms of diarrhea, but it is not known whether it is related to mycotoxin.
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[Breaking News] A car crashes into a building housing a cram school in Sawara Ward, Fukuoka
2023-12-06 22:10:00
According to the Fukuoka City Fire Department, at around 9:20 p.m. on the 6th, they received a report that a car had crashed into a building in Momochi, Sawara Ward, Fukuoka City. There is a cram school on the first floor of the building, and the driver, a man in his 70s, was injured and taken to the hospital, and both men in their teens and 30s were injured.
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Nihon University American Football Club Closing Policy First briefing session for club members ends around 9:30 p.m.
2023-12-06 22:05:00
In response to the drug incident in the Nihon University American Football Club, the first briefing session for members was held on the night of the 6th since the university announced its policy to abolish the club. It appears that the detailed history has been explained.
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Miyazaki Oyodogawa 6-person recreational fishing boat capsizes, 2 killed, waves advisory issued at the time
2023-12-06 21:43:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, a recreational fishing boat with six people on board capsized near the mouth of the Oyodo River in Miyazaki City, and two people, the 55-year-old captain and a 64-year-old male passenger, died, according to the Japan Coast Guard. The other four people's injuries are not life-threatening. The Japan Coast Guard is investigating the situation at the time.
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Miyazaki Oyodogawa boat capsizes with 6 people on board, 2 killed, probably on their way back from fishing
2023-12-06 21:06:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, a recreational fishing boat with six people on board capsized near the mouth of the Oyodo River in Miyazaki City, and two people, the 55-year-old captain and another man, died, according to the Japan Coast Guard. The other four people's injuries are not life-threatening. The Japan Coast Guard is investigating the situation at the time.
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Hitachi City Hall: 53-year-old suspect arrested after car crashes into Tokai Village Hall
2023-12-06 20:59:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, cars crashed into the plaza in front of Hitachi City Hall and Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture, and three people were hit and injured in Hitachi City. The 53-year-old suspect who was driving the car that crashed into the Tokai Village Hall was arrested on suspicion of damaging a building, and he reportedly told investigators that he had a grudge against the Tokai Village Hall and the Hitachi City Hall. is.
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Proposal to government to allow export of defense equipment manufactured under license by private and public governments
2023-12-06 20:54:00
Working-level discussions between the Liberal Democratic Party and the New Komeito Party regarding the review of export rules for defense equipment are underway, with regard to "licensed production" equipment, which is manufactured domestically by importing technology from foreign companies, which is not permitted under the current rules. We confirmed that exports to the three countries will be permitted and decided to submit a proposal to the government by the end of this year. On the other hand, it has been decided that discussions will continue from next year on the issue of limiting exports to countries with whom we have cooperative relations in the security field to five categories, including "rescue" and "transport."
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Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries compiles a report on countermeasures
2023-12-06 20:35:00
As food security becomes an issue due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and climate change issues, a meeting of experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries stated that in the event of food shortages, the government should encourage businesses to expand imports, increase production, and reduce calories. We have compiled a report that states that the government should be able to make legal requests and instruct the creation of plans regarding changes in production to more expensive crops.
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Amended Cannabis Control Law banning the “use” of cannabis passed and enacted in the House of Councilors
2023-12-06 20:33:00
The revised Cannabis Control Law, which allows the use of medicines made from cannabis plants but also prohibits their use in order to prevent abuse by young people, was passed and enacted with a majority vote at a plenary session of the House of Councilors on the 6th. did.
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Self-proclaimed ``Itadaki Joshi'' and ``I want my host to be number one''
2023-12-06 20:19:00
In a trial in which a 25-year-old defendant who called herself ``Itadaki Joshi'' on social media was charged with fraud and other crimes for defrauding a man she met on a dating app out of cash, prosecutors said that the defendant was at the investigation stage. It was revealed that he had said things like, ``I thought that being the number one host was the value and meaning of my life.''
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Nihon University American Football Club's club closure policy - first briefing session for club members tonight
2023-12-06 20:13:00
In response to the drug incident at Nihon University's American football club, the first briefing session for club members since the university announced its policy of abolishing the club is being held tonight, and it is believed that detailed circumstances will be explained.
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Miyazaki Oyodogawa boat capsizes with 6 people on board, 2 killed, probably on their way back from fishing
2023-12-06 19:57:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, a boat with six people on board capsized near the mouth of the Oyodo River in Miyazaki City, and two of them, the 55-year-old captain and another man, died, according to the Japan Coast Guard. . The remaining four people are said to have no life-threatening injuries. The Japan Coast Guard and other agencies are investigating the situation at the time.
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One week after the Osprey crash, bodies will be recovered and the aircraft will be salvaged
2023-12-06 19:51:00
Six days mark one week since the American military transport plane Osprey with eight people on board crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture. The U.S. military has declared all the crew members dead, as there is no chance of them surviving, and it is expected that the bodies will be recovered and the main parts of the aircraft will be salvaged from the area.
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Shizuoka Shimizu Police Station Traffic Section Chief Arrested for Threatening and Stalking?
2023-12-06 19:29:00
A 53-year-old traffic section chief at Shimizu Police Station in Shizuoka Prefecture was arrested on suspicion of intimidation and violation of the Stalking Control Act for repeatedly sending threatening messages to a female ex-girlfriend. This is the fifth Shizuoka Prefectural Police Headquarters police officer to be arrested this year.
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[Breaking News] Hitachi City Hall - 53-year-old suspect arrested after car crashes into Tokai Village Hall
2023-12-06 19:20:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, cars crashed into the plaza in front of Hitachi City Hall and Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture, and three people were hit and injured in Hitachi City. Police arrested the 53-year-old suspect who was driving the car that crashed into Tokai Village Hall on suspicion of damaging a structure. According to people involved in the investigation, the explanation is that there was a grudge against the government.
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JR Keihin Tohoku Line also resumes operation
2023-12-06 18:51:00
According to JR East, operations on the JR Keihin-Tohoku Line between Omiya Station in Saitama Prefecture and Ofuna Station in Kanagawa Prefecture have been suspended due to an accident that occurred just before 6 p.m. at Hamamatsucho Station in Minato Ward, Tokyo. However, it reopened just before 6:30 p.m. Additionally, the JR Yamanote Line was suspended from around 6:00 p.m. on both inner and outer lines due to an accident that caused a fatality on the Keihin-Tohoku Line, but operations resumed at 6:13 p.m.
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Prime Minister Kishida offers condolences to President Biden after Osprey crash crew dies
2023-12-06 18:50:00
Prime Minister Kishida sent a message of condolence to President Biden after a U.S. Air Force Osprey crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture, and the crew died.
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[Breaking News] Hitachi City Hall seeks arrest warrant for man who crashes car into Tokai Village Hall
2023-12-06 18:49:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, cars crashed into the plaza in front of Hitachi City Hall and Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture, and three people were hit and injured in Hitachi City. Police have requested an arrest warrant for the suspect, a man in his 50s who was driving the car that crashed into the Tokai village office, on suspicion of damaging a structure, and are investigating the details of the situation as they believe he is involved in the two incidents.
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Miyazaki Oyodogawa boat capsizes with 6 people on board, all rescued, but 2 people in critical condition
2023-12-06 18:45:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, a boat with six people on board capsized near the mouth of the Oyodo River in Miyazaki City, and all were later rescued, but according to the fire department, two men were unconscious and in serious condition. The Japan Coast Guard and other agencies are investigating the situation at the time.
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KyoAni trial: Defendant Aoba directly apologizes to bereaved family for the first time
2023-12-06 18:32:00
The defendant Shinji Aoba was questioned on the 6th in the Kyoto Animation arson murder trial, and defendant Shinji Aoba directly apologized to the bereaved family by answering, ``I'm sorry.'' This is the first time I have expressed an apology in this trial.
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JR Keihin-Tohoku Line: Operation suspended on all lines
2023-12-06 18:30:00
The JR Keihin Tohoku Line has suspended operation on the entire line between Omiya Station in Saitama Prefecture and Ofuna Station in Kanagawa Prefecture due to an accident that occurred at Hamamatsucho Station in Minato Ward, Tokyo just before 6 p.m. According to JR, the train is expected to resume operation around 6:50 p.m. In addition, the JR Yamanote Line had suspended operation on all inner and outer lines from around 6:00 p.m. due to an accident that occurred on the Keihin-Tohoku Line, but resumed service at 6:13 p.m.
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Tokai University faculty members' union conducts 15-minute strike in class, demanding wage increase
2023-12-06 18:20:00
A union formed by Tokai University's faculty and staff held a strike on the campus in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture, canceling classes for 15 minutes to demand better standards.
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Miyazaki 6-person boat capsized, all rescued, condition being checked near the mouth of the Oyodo River
2023-12-06 18:18:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, a boat with six people on board capsized near the mouth of the Oyodo River in Miyazaki City, and the fire department and coast guard conducted rescue operations, and so far all have been rescued. Firefighters and other personnel are confirming the details of his condition.
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Operation suspended on all JR Keihin-Tohoku Line and Yamanote Line lines
2023-12-06 18:16:00
The JR Keihin Tohoku Line has suspended operation on the entire line between Omiya Station in Saitama Prefecture and Ofuna Station in Kanagawa Prefecture due to an accident that occurred at Hamamatsucho Station in Minato Ward, Tokyo just before 6 p.m. Also, due to this, the entire Yamanote Line has been suspended. According to JR, the train is expected to resume operation around 6:50 p.m.
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``Providing an environment where my son can live happily'' Strengthening support for people with severe behavioral disorders
2023-12-06 18:14:00
This photo was taken before he turned 1 year old. He was a child who walked very fast, and if I took my eyes off him, he would go farther and farther by himself. ``Although he sometimes behaves in problematic ways, he is a kind and obedient son who helps out with the housework without complaining.'' (Mother) Kosuke, now 28 years old, has never hurt himself or the people around him. He suffers from ``severe behavioral disorder,'' which causes him to frequently break things, and he spends his days commuting to a workshop. The government has decided to strengthen its support from next year.
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[Breaking News] Hitachi City Hall seeks arrest warrant for man who crashes car into Tokai Village Hall
2023-12-06 18:12:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, cars crashed into the plaza in front of Hitachi City Hall and Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture, and three people were hit and injured in Hitachi City. Police believe that the driver, who is in his 50s, caused the incident in Hitachi City, then changed cars and crashed into the Tokai Village Office, and are investigating the details of the incident. Police have requested an arrest warrant for the suspect, a man in his 50s living in Hitachi City who was driving the car that crashed into Tokai Village Hall, on suspicion of damaging a building. Police have since arrested the suspect and are investigating the details of the incident, believing that he may be involved in the incident at Hitachi City Hall.
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[Details] “Complex” disaster prevention information to be organized using unified keywords Japan Meteorological Agency
2023-12-06 17:59:00
Disaster prevention information related to landslides, floods, etc., which has been criticized as ``complicated,'' will be organized. A review committee of national experts has decided to replace the ``heavy rain warnings'' and ``landslide warning information,'' which announce the same disaster risk with different names, with a new five-level system using unified keywords such as ``sediment.'' We presented an improvement plan for weather-related disaster prevention information that includes organizing information into different levels.
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Atmospheric instability in western to northern Japan through the 7th; watch out for lightning strikes, strong gusts, etc.
2023-12-06 17:47:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and strong cold air accompanying the front, atmospheric conditions are expected to become extremely unstable from western Japan to northern Japan over the next seven days. ” We urge you to be careful.
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Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries compiles report on countermeasures
2023-12-06 17:38:00
As food security becomes an issue due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and climate change issues, a meeting of experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries stated that in the event of food shortages, the government should encourage businesses to expand imports, increase production, and reduce calories. We have compiled a report that states that the government should be able to make legal requests and instruct the creation of plans regarding changes in production to more expensive crops.
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Countermeasures against disinformation on SNS, etc.: Cooperation document signed between Japan and the U.S.
2023-12-06 17:24:00
Top officials from Japanese and U.S. diplomatic authorities held discussions regarding countermeasures against false information sent on SNS and other sites to manipulate information, shared the need to respond with a sense of urgency, and signed a cooperation document to jointly address the issue. Did.
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[Details] “Complex” disaster prevention information to be organized using unified keywords Japan Meteorological Agency
2023-12-06 17:13:00
Disaster prevention information related to landslides, floods, etc., which has been criticized as ``complicated,'' will be organized. A review committee of national experts has decided to replace the ``heavy rain warnings'' and ``landslide warning information,'' which announce the same disaster risk with different names, with a new five-level system using unified keywords such as ``sediment.'' We presented an improvement plan for weather-related disaster prevention information that includes organizing information into different levels.
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Amended Cannabis Control Law banning the “use” of cannabis passed and enacted in the House of Councilors
2023-12-06 17:08:00
The revised Cannabis Control Law, which allows the use of medicines made from cannabis plants but also prohibits their use in order to prevent abuse by young people, was approved and enacted with a majority vote at a plenary session of the House of Councilors on the 6th. did.
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Miyazaki 6-person boat capsizes, 4 rescued near the mouth of the Oyodo River
2023-12-06 16:57:00
According to the Miyazaki Coast Guard, a person passing by reported that a boat had capsized near the mouth of the Oyodo River in Miyazaki City just after 3 p.m. on the 6th. According to the fire department, there were six people on board the boat, and four have been rescued so far. The fire department and coast guard continue to search.
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Namie Amuro's "Postmark" Project Donations to Children's Home
2023-12-06 16:38:00
In Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture, where singer Namie Amuro held her last concert, a project is underway to stamp postmarks with Amuro on them. In response to Mr. Amuro's desire to contribute to Okinawa even after he retires, donations from this project were given to nine children's homes in the prefecture.
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Aomori Hachinohe man dies after tire comes off; search is on for the transport company that owns the truck
2023-12-06 16:32:00
On the 1st of this month, a tire from a large truck traveling on the Hachinohe Expressway in Aomori Prefecture came off and struck a man on the side of the road, killing him. On the 6th, police charged the owner of the truck with negligent driving resulting in death or injury. I searched the company. The company has indicated that it may have not inspected the wheels sufficiently, and the police will take a closer look.
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Approximately 30 years of incorrect road signs in Otaru, Hokkaido
2023-12-06 16:17:00
It has been discovered that for approximately 30 years, a road sign installed on a city road in Otaru City, Hokkaido, has been misspelled to mean "fart" instead of the word "port" in English. I did. The city plans to carry out corrections on the 7th and make the changes correctly.
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Star Flyer dog and cat “accompaniment” service to be expanded to all domestic flights
2023-12-06 16:13:00
Star Flyer, headquartered in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, will expand the service that allows dogs and cats in the cabin to all domestic flights from January 15th next year.
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[Breaking News] Hitachi City Hall: Person who hit three people with car secured, also at Tokai Village Hall
2023-12-06 16:01:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, multiple people were hit by a car that entered the plaza in front of the city hall in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture. According to the fire department, three people ranging in age from their 20s to 40s were injured and taken to the hospital, but all are conscious. Approximately 30 minutes later, a passenger car crashed into Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture, and according to investigators, the driver of the car that hit multiple people at Hitachi City Hall and then fled changed cars and drove to Tokai Village Hall. We are currently looking into the details of the situation.
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“Difficult to understand” disaster prevention information to be organized using unified keywords Japan Meteorological Agency
2023-12-06 15:53:00
Disaster prevention information related to landslides, floods, etc., which has been criticized as ``complicated,'' will be organized. A review committee of national experts has decided to replace the ``heavy rain warnings'' and ``landslide warning information,'' which announce the same disaster risk using different names, with a new five-level system using unified keywords such as ``sediment.'' We presented an improvement plan for weather-related disaster prevention information that includes organizing information into different levels.
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Ibaraki: Passenger car crashes into Tokai Village Hall, driver in his 50s injured
2023-12-06 15:21:00
At around 1:30 p.m. on the 6th, a car crashed into the main entrance of the Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture. The driver, a man in his 50s, was injured.
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Ibaraki: Passenger car crashes into Tokai Village Hall, driver in his 50s injured
2023-12-06 15:12:00
At around 1:30 p.m. on the 6th, a car crashed into the main entrance of the Tokai Village Hall in Ibaraki Prefecture. The driver, a man in his 50s, was injured.
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[Breaking News] A car breaks into Ibaraki Hitachi City Hall, 3 people injured, car flees
2023-12-06 15:05:00
On the afternoon of the 6th, multiple people were hit by a car that entered the plaza in front of the city hall in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture. According to the fire department, three people ranging in age from their 20s to 40s were injured and taken to the hospital, but all are conscious. Police are investigating the whereabouts of the car that was hit, as it fled the scene.
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“Ginga hornbill” escapes from zoo and cannot be captured for 2 days Saitama
2023-12-06 15:01:00
On the 4th, a bird called the ``Ginger-tailed Hornbill'', which is about 70 centimeters long and kept at a zoo in Higashimatsuyama City, Saitama Prefecture, escaped from its cage. The bird is near the zoo and staff are trying to capture it, but they have not been able to catch it for two days.
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Prime Minister Kishida offers condolences to President Biden after Osprey crash crew dies
2023-12-06 14:57:00
Prime Minister Kishida sent a message of condolence to President Biden after a U.S. Air Force Osprey crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture, and the crew died.
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Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries compiles report on countermeasures
2023-12-06 14:46:00
As food security becomes an issue due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and climate change issues, a meeting of experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries stated that in the event of food shortages, the government should encourage businesses to expand imports, increase production, and reduce calories. We have compiled a report that states that the government should be able to make legal requests and instruct the creation of plans regarding changes in production to more expensive crops.
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Amended Cannabis Control Law banning the “use” of cannabis passed and enacted in the House of Councilors
2023-12-06 14:45:00
The revised Cannabis Control Law, which allows the use of medicines made from cannabis plants but also prohibits their use in order to prevent abuse by young people, was approved and enacted with a majority vote at a plenary session of the House of Councilors on the 6th. did.
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Hamanako man's friend murder case suspect initially faked accident Shizuoka
2023-12-06 13:48:00
In October this year, a 53-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of murder after he crashed his car into Lake Hamana in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, drowning his male friend who was sitting in the passenger seat. In an interview with the police, it was learned that initially, in response to a voluntary investigation, the suspect had given an explanation such as ``I entered the lake by mistake.'' Police suspect that the accident was an attempt to fake it, and are investigating the details of the incident.
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Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Museum wait time issue: online ticket sales and exhibition distribution
2023-12-06 13:36:00
The Atomic Bomb Museum in Hiroshima City has been experiencing waiting times due to an increase in the number of visitors since the G7 Hiroshima Summit, so in order to alleviate congestion, the city has piloted a system that allows tickets to be purchased online. I learned that they are making arrangements to disperse the exhibits to other facilities when the time comes.
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Amended Cannabis Control Law banning the “use” of cannabis passed and enacted in the House of Councilors
2023-12-06 13:01:00
The revised Cannabis Control Law, which allows the use of medicines made from cannabis plants but also prohibits their use in order to prevent abuse by young people, was approved and enacted with a majority vote at a plenary session of the House of Councilors on the 6th. did.
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"Human rights number 110 for people with disabilities" Free consultation during Disability Week Lawyers will respond
2023-12-06 12:40:00
To coincide with Disabled Persons Week, which started on December 3rd, the ``Human Rights of Persons with Disabilities 110 Call'' is being held, where lawyers provide free consultations from people with disabilities and their families.
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Prime Minister Kishida offers condolences to President Biden after Osprey crash crew dies
2023-12-06 12:15:00
Prime Minister Kishida sent a message of condolence to President Biden after a U.S. Air Force Osprey crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture, and the crew died.
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Aomori Hachinohe man dies after tire comes off; search is on for the transport company that owns the truck
2023-12-06 11:59:00
On the 1st of this month, on the Hachinohe Expressway in Aomori Prefecture, the tire of a large truck that was traveling came off and hit a man on the side of the road, killing him. On the 6th, police charged the owner of the truck with negligent driving resulting in death and injury. I searched the company. The company has indicated that it may have not inspected the wheels sufficiently, and the police will take a closer look.
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Number of welfare applications in September 1.3% increase compared to the same month last year ↑ 9 consecutive months compared to the previous year
2023-12-06 11:58:00
The number of applications for welfare in September 2023 was released on the 6th, and was over 21,000 nationwide, an increase of 1.3% compared to September 2022. This is the ninth consecutive month that the number has exceeded the same month of the previous year.
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Western to Northern Japan: Atmospheric instability starting tonight; watch out for lightning strikes and strong gusts of wind
2023-12-06 11:52:00
Due to the effects of low pressure and strong cold air accompanying the front, atmospheric conditions are expected to be extremely unstable from the night of the 6th to the 7th in western and northern Japan. We urge people to be careful of hail.
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Tokyo convenience store manager arrested on suspicion of voyeurism “at multiple stores for 15 years”
2023-12-06 11:50:00
A convenience store manager in Tokyo was arrested for allegedly installing a camera in the bathroom of his store and taking sexually explicit images. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the details of the incident, as he stated in response to the investigation that he had been taking secret photographs at multiple stores for about 15 years.
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Amended Cannabis Control Law banning the “use” of cannabis passed and enacted in the House of Councilors
2023-12-06 10:59:00
The revised Cannabis Control Law, which allows the use of medicines made from cannabis plants but also prohibits their use in order to prevent abuse by young people, was approved and enacted with a majority vote at a plenary session of the House of Councilors on the 6th. did.
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Seven people, including managers, arrested for "baccarat gambling" at Shinjuku Kabukicho casino store
2023-12-06 10:57:00
A casino gambling shop in Shinjuku's Kabukicho district was arrested for allowing players to gamble on baccarat using playing cards, and seven people, including the manager and employees, were arrested. The store has been open since June this year, and the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the actual situation, estimating that it had sales of about 150 million yen.
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Prime Minister Kishida offers condolences to President Biden after Osprey crash crew dies
2023-12-06 10:44:00
Prime Minister Kishida sent a message of condolence to President Biden after a U.S. Air Force Osprey crashed off the coast of Yakushima, Kagoshima Prefecture, and the crew died.
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Less than 20% of companies comply with the Whistleblower Protection System
2023-12-06 07:11:00
A private credit research company conducted a survey of more than 27,000 companies nationwide regarding the whistleblower protection system, which was pointed out to be flawed in the case of used car sales company Big Motor's fraudulent insurance claims. When we conducted a survey, we found that less than 20% of companies responded that they were responding.
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Japan Coast Guard to strengthen cooperation with Southeast Asian countries and provide guidance on ocean surveillance know-how
2023-12-06 07:07:00
In an effort to strengthen cooperation with the authorities of Southeast Asian countries that serve as important maritime transport routes for Japan, the Japan Coast Guard held a training session in Indonesia to teach maritime surveillance know-how.
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Amami Oshima under U.S. military rule. Color footage discovered showing the manufacturing process of Oshima Tsumugi.
2023-12-06 05:27:00
After the war, rare color footage has been found in New York state of the United States, showing the manufacturing process of Oshima Tsumugi, a textile that was a major local industry on Amami Oshima in Kagoshima Prefecture, which was ruled by the American military. Experts say, ``The video shows the manufacturing process of Oshima Tsumugi, which supported the island's economy, and has definitive rarity value.''
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Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office Special Investigation Department arbitrarily interviews secretaries of pro-Abe politicians
2023-12-06 00:05:00
Regarding the issue surrounding the political funding party of a faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office's special investigation department voluntarily interviewed secretaries of members of the Seiwa Policy Research Group, the largest faction of the Abe faction, who are suspected of receiving kickbacks. This was revealed through interviews with those involved. Some members of Abe's group are believed to have received kickbacks worth tens of millions of yen, and the Special Investigation Department is believed to be investigating the flow of funds.
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