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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Wajima City and Suzu City and visit disaster victims

2024-03-22 21:43:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Wajima City and Suzu City in Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered severe damage from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visited the people affected by the disaster.

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Ishikawa Nanao City Up to 500,000 yen support for housing repairs not covered by the system

2024-03-22 21:16:00
Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, has decided to support up to 500,000 yen as a city-specific project to help restore partially destroyed houses that are not covered by the national system. .

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Wajima City and Suzu City and visit disaster victims

2024-03-22 21:15:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Wajima City and Suzu City in Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered severe damage from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visited the people affected by the disaster.

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Death of girl after eating apples Verification committee submits report to prevent recurrence

2024-03-22 21:04:00
Last year, a 6-month-old girl died after eating a grated apple at a nursery school in Aira City, Kagoshima Prefecture, and the city's verification committee found that the apple was likely the cause of her choking. We then compiled a report that included measures to prevent recurrence and submitted it to the mayor on the 22nd.

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“School Photo” Not enough school photographers!? Ask the people involved

2024-03-22 20:49:00
``If things continue like this, the day may come when we won't be able to secure photographers.'' These are the words of a company that has been producing school photos of school events for many years. Currently, the environment surrounding photographers who take pictures of school events is difficult, and a shortage of photographers is becoming an issue. What will happen to the “graduation album”?

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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Voluntary recall of health foods containing ingredients of "red yeast rice"

2024-03-22 20:48:00
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, has announced that it has been reported that people who consumed health foods containing red malt (red malt) developed kidney disease. The company is voluntarily recalling three health foods that contain this ingredient, saying that ``health foods may have been the cause,'' and asking people to stop using them.

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Noto Peninsula Earthquake: Ishikawa Prefecture announces number of people whose safety is unknown (March 22nd)

2024-03-22 20:20:00
Ishikawa Prefecture has released the names and ages of those whose safety is unknown due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake, and is requesting information from them.

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"Wajima Morning Market" will be held in Kanazawa tomorrow The famous tent will be unveiled

2024-03-22 20:10:00
Ahead of the ``Wajima Morning Market'' in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where a large-scale fire occurred due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, it will be held in Kanazawa City on the 23rd, the morning market's famous orange tent will be unveiled at the venue. did.

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Sewage from public facility toilets has been flowing into a nearby river for over 35 years in Kawasaki

2024-03-22 20:00:00
It has been discovered that sewage from toilets and other facilities at a public facility in Kawasaki City has been flowing into a nearby river for over 35 years. The city has confirmed that the piping was incorrectly connected, has taken temporary measures, and plans to replace the piping in the future.

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Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Voluntary recall of health foods containing ingredients of "red yeast rice"

2024-03-22 19:51:00
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, has announced that it has been reported that people who consumed health foods containing red malt (red malt) developed kidney disease. The company is voluntarily recalling three health foods that contain this ingredient, saying that ``health foods may have been the cause,'' and asking people to stop using them.

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“U.S. tax authorities investigate Mr. Mizuhara on suspicion of illegal gambling” US media

2024-03-22 19:48:00
Major League Baseball's Dodgers announced that they have fired Ippei Mizuhara, who serves as an interpreter for player Shohei Ohtani. Although the team has not disclosed the reason for his dismissal, American media outlets have widely reported on Mizuhara's dismissal. Among these, the Associated Press reported that the US Internal Revenue Service has begun an investigation on suspicion of illegal gambling. In addition, the American sports channel ESPN reported that Otani first learned of the situation after the opening game on the 20th. The article also discusses gambling addiction.

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292 incidents caused by bullying last year, the highest number in 10 years, also due to the spread of smartphones

2024-03-22 19:42:00
Last year, police across the country handled over 290 incidents of bullying at schools and other places, the highest number in the past 10 years, according to an interview with the National Police Agency.

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Textbook for 2025: Increased number of ``QR codes'' posted due to Mr. Mizuhara's dismissal

2024-03-22 19:39:00
The test results for textbooks to be used in junior high schools from April next year have been announced. In the textbooks that passed the exam, there were more descriptions that reflected the social situation, such as diverse family structures and sexual diversity, but there were also multiple cases where the exams received opinions and were revised. However, some textbooks include Ippei Mizuhara, who worked as an interpreter for Otani and was fired from the team, and some companies that applied for textbooks said, ``If what is being reported is true, We believe that we will have no choice but to consider the possibility of replacing the content.''The impact is spreading, with some companies commenting.

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Wajima City and Suzu City and visit disaster victims

2024-03-22 19:31:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Wajima City and Suzu City in Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered severe damage from the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visited the people affected by the disaster.

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Minamata disease lawsuit Some plaintiffs admit to having the disease but dismiss the lawsuit Kumamoto District Court

2024-03-22 19:30:00
In a court ruling, more than 140 people from Kumamoto and Kagoshima sought compensation from the national government, Kumamoto prefecture, and the companies responsible for the disease, arguing that it was unfair that they were not recognized as having Minamata disease and not eligible for relief measures. The Kumamoto District Court rejected both of the plaintiffs' claims. Although we recognized that some of these plaintiffs had Minamata disease, we determined that the period within which they could seek compensation for damages had passed.

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“U.S. tax authorities investigate Mr. Mizuhara on suspicion of illegal gambling” US media

2024-03-22 19:12:00
Major League Baseball's Dodgers announced that they have fired Ippei Mizuhara, who serves as an interpreter for player Shohei Ohtani. Although the team has not disclosed the reason for his dismissal, American media outlets have widely reported on Mizuhara's dismissal. Among these, the Associated Press reported that the US Internal Revenue Service has begun an investigation on suspicion of illegal gambling. In addition, the American sports channel ESPN reported that Otani first learned of the situation after the opening game on the 20th. The article also discusses gambling addiction.

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[Live streaming of press conference] Voluntary recall of health foods containing Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's "Red Yeast"

2024-03-22 19:00:00
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, has announced that it has been reported that people who consumed health foods containing red malt (red malt) developed kidney disease. The company is voluntarily recalling three health foods that contain this ingredient, and is asking people to stop using them.

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Ikebukuro runaway accident bereaved family sends condolences to perpetrator through prison staff

2024-03-22 18:56:00
Takuya Matsunaga, who lost his wife and daughter in a runaway accident in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, five years ago, visited the prison where the inmate who caused the accident was being held for the first time on the 22nd. They took advantage of a new system that allows victims and others to express their feelings to their perpetrators through prison staff, and expressed their desire to ``face each other as people and have a proper conversation.''

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Group evacuation of Wajima junior high school students completed: ``I want to talk to my mom a lot''

2024-03-22 18:53:00
Junior high school students who had evacuated en masse from Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture to a facility outside the city in the wake of the Noto Peninsula Earthquake returned to their hometown on the evening of the 22nd after staying for approximately two months. Approximately 400 junior high school students in the prefecture were at one time living as evacuees away from their hometowns, but all mass evacuations have now ended.

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Four people killed in Hokkaido accident: Truck driver's manager and two others referred to prosecutors

2024-03-22 18:35:00
Last year, a truck ran into oncoming traffic in Yakumo, Hokkaido, killing four people, including the passengers of the bus that collided with it.The truck driver also died, but he was unable to return to work despite complaining of being unwell. Today, police have referred documents to the public prosecutor on suspicion of professional negligence resulting in death or injury, alleging that the previous manager did not stop the driver from driving and caused the accident.

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[Live streaming of press conference] Voluntary recall of health foods containing Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's "Red Yeast"

2024-03-22 18:13:00
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, has announced that it has been reported that people who consumed health foods containing red malt (red malt) developed kidney disease. Although it is not known whether there is a relationship between health foods and the disease, the company is voluntarily recalling three health foods that contain this ingredient and is calling on people to stop using them. Kobayashi Pharmaceutical held a press conference in Osaka from 6pm. At the beginning of the press conference, President Akihiro Kobayashi stated, ``As a result of analyzing the ingredients of the product, we found that it contained ingredients that were not originally expected,'' and announced that the product would be recalled voluntarily. He then apologized, saying, ``I would like to express my deepest apologies to the customers who have suffered damage to their health, and I ask those who are using the product to stop using it immediately.I am sorry for this.''

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Infant dies after getting caught in bed guard; compensation ordered due to “insufficient warning”

2024-03-22 18:12:00
The 9-month-old boy died after getting stuck between the mattress and a ``bed guard'' that was installed to prevent him from falling off the bed, because there was insufficient warning, such as not indicating the target age on the device. The Tokyo District Court handed down a judgment ordering the manufacturer to pay approximately 36 million yen to the family of the victim.

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Three Kumamoto restaurant employees stabbed and injured, manager arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

2024-03-22 18:08:00
On the morning of the 22nd, three female employees were stabbed and injured with kitchen knives at a restaurant in the downtown area of ​​Kumamoto City, and police arrested the 29-year-old manager on suspicion of attempted murder. The police are investigating the details of the incident, as the suspect told investigators, ``I stabbed him with the intention of killing him because of a problem at work.''

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The number of foreign residents exceeded 3.4 million as of the end of December last year, the highest number ever.

2024-03-22 18:06:00
The number of foreigners residing in Japan exceeded 3.4 million as of the end of December last year, the highest number ever.

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Wajima City and bow deeply at the burnt ruins of Asaichi Street

2024-03-22 18:00:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Wajima City in Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visited the people affected by the disaster.

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Textbooks for 2025 will include more ``QR codes'' and ``sexual diversity''

2024-03-22 17:48:00
Test results for textbooks used in junior high schools will be announced from April next year, and the number of ``QR codes'' that connect to digital teaching materials has increased significantly in textbooks that have passed the exam. While the number of descriptions reflecting social conditions, such as diverse family styles and sexual diversity, has increased, there have also been multiple cases in which revisions have been made due to approval opinions.

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Former House of Representatives member Mizuoka Kakizawa sentenced to 2 years in prison suspended for 5 years

2024-03-22 17:47:00
Former member of the House of Representatives Mizuto Kakizawa has been sentenced to two years in prison, suspended for five years, for violating the Public Offices Election Law in the election for the mayor of Tokyo's Koto Ward held in April last year. According to the provisions of the Public Offices Election Law, former Rep. Kakizawa's civil rights will be suspended for five years and he will be unable to stand in any election.

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Police officer arrested on suspicion of home invasion, disciplinary action for involvement in three underwear thefts

2024-03-22 17:41:00
A 44-year-old police officer who was arrested for entering the premises of a residence in Tokyo to take underwear has been suspended for three months and disciplined by the Metropolitan Police Department, as he was involved in three other underwear theft cases. Did.

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“U.S. tax authorities investigate Mr. Mizuhara on suspicion of illegal gambling” US media

2024-03-22 17:30:00
Major League Baseball's Dodgers announced that they have fired Ippei Mizuhara, who serves as an interpreter for player Shohei Ohtani. Although the team has not disclosed the reason for his dismissal, American media outlets have widely reported on Mizuhara's dismissal. Among these, the Associated Press reported that the US Internal Revenue Service has begun an investigation on suspicion of illegal gambling. In addition, the American sports channel ESPN reported that Otani first learned of the situation after the opening game on the 20th. The article also discusses gambling addiction.

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IR corruption case: Former lawmaker Tsukasa Akimoto sentenced to 4 years in prison in second trial

2024-03-22 17:04:00
The Tokyo High Court in the second trial rejected the claim of innocence of former House of Representatives member Tsukasa Akimoto, who was charged with bribery and witness bribing in a corruption case involving an IR (integrated resort facility) business, following the first trial. He was sentenced to four years in prison.

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Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau pointed out that three foreign athletes, including Iniesta, failed to declare their tax returns.

2024-03-22 16:46:00
Three foreign players, including Andres Iniesta, a former Spanish national soccer player who played for J1 side Vissel Kobe, were told by the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau that they had failed to declare a total of more than 2.1 billion yen in contract fees and other expenses. This was revealed through interviews with the people involved. It was determined that the athlete had a base of residence in Japan, such as by bringing his family with him, and it was pointed out that even foreign athletes were required to file a tax return.

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Earthquake disaster reconstruction special grant tax reaches record low, totaling 71.7 billion yen

2024-03-22 16:45:00
This fiscal year's special allocation tax for earthquake disaster reconstruction, which is issued to support the finances of local governments affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, totaled 71.7 billion yen, the smallest amount ever.

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Infant dies after getting caught in bed guard; compensation ordered due to “insufficient warning”

2024-03-22 16:34:00
The 9-month-old boy died after getting stuck between the mattress and a ``bed guard'' that was installed to prevent him from falling off the bed, because there was insufficient warning, such as not indicating the target age on the device. The Tokyo District Court handed down a judgment ordering the manufacturer to pay approximately 36 million yen to the family of the victim.

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Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries outlines basic policies for measures against ASF infection in wild boars

2024-03-22 16:33:00
Regarding ASF (African swine fever), an infectious swine disease that is feared to be introduced into Japan, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has established basic guidelines that include specific measures to prevent the spread of infection in case an outbreak occurs in wild boars in Japan. We have summarized the policy.

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Special allocation tax from the national government to local governments increases by 1.7% due to increased expenses such as the Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-03-22 15:50:00
This fiscal year's special allotment tax issued by the national government to local governments increased by 1.7% from the previous fiscal year to 1,132.2 billion yen, due to an increase in disaster-related expenses such as the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Wajima City and bow deeply at the burnt ruins of Asaichi Street

2024-03-22 15:43:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Wajima City in Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visited the people affected by the disaster.

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Government raises subsidy rate for support measures due to liquefaction damage caused by Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-03-22 15:37:00
On the 22nd, the government decided on support measures for liquefaction damage caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake. In addition to increasing the national subsidy rate for local governments to take measures against liquefaction from one-fourth to one-half of the previous rate, individuals will also receive up to 1.2 million yen in subsidies for repairing slopes on residential land. and so on.

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Wajima City and bow deeply at the burnt ruins of Asaichi Street

2024-03-22 15:18:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress visited Wajima City in Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visited the people affected by the disaster.

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Hiroshima city will stop storing "memories" of the heavy rains in western Japan in March

2024-03-22 15:11:00
Hiroshima City has decided to end the storage of daily necessities and other "memories" found among the rubble in areas affected by the 2018 West Japan heavy rains, as they have deteriorated and there are almost no inquiries. I am.

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Minamata disease lawsuit Some plaintiffs admit to having the disease but dismiss the lawsuit Kumamoto District Court

2024-03-22 14:15:00
More than 140 people in Kumamoto and Kagoshima, claiming that it was unfair that they were not recognized as having Minamata disease and not eligible for relief measures, sought compensation from the national government, Kumamoto prefecture, and the companies that caused the disease. The court dismissed both of the plaintiffs' claims.

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Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau pointed out that three foreign athletes, including Iniesta, failed to declare their tax returns.

2024-03-22 13:42:00
Three foreign players, including Andres Iniesta, a former Spanish national soccer player who played for J1 side Vissel Kobe, were told by the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau that they had failed to declare a total of more than 2.1 billion yen in contract fees and other expenses. This was revealed through interviews with the people involved. It was determined that the athlete had a base of residence in Japan, such as by bringing his family with him, and it was pointed out that even foreign athletes were required to file a tax return.

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Three female employees were stabbed and injured at a Kumamoto restaurant; 29-year-old manager arrested

2024-03-22 13:38:00
On the morning of the 22nd, three female employees were stabbed and injured with a kitchen knife at a restaurant in the downtown area of ​​Kumamoto City, and the 29-year-old manager was arrested on the spot on suspicion of attempted murder.

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Providing a moment of peace with matcha to those undergoing secondary evacuation Nomi Ishikawa

2024-03-22 13:27:00
In order to give secondary evacuees affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake a moment of peace, tea ceremony enthusiasts visited an evacuation center and held an event where they served matcha green tea.

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Boatman who fell into the river shortly before fatal capsizing accident down the Hozu River in Kyoto - Documents sent to prosecutors

2024-03-22 13:24:00
In March of last year, a Hozugawa Kudari boat capsized in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, killing two boatmen. Police said that the accident was caused by another boatman falling into the river just before the accident. The boatman was referred to the prosecutor's office on suspicion of causing death or injury due to professional negligence.

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Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau pointed out that three foreign athletes, including Iniesta, failed to declare their tax returns.

2024-03-22 13:14:00
Three foreign players, including Andres Iniesta, a former Spanish national soccer player who played for J1 side Vissel Kobe, were told by the Osaka Regional Taxation Bureau that they had failed to declare a total of more than 2.1 billion yen in contract fees and other expenses. This was revealed through interviews with the people involved. It was determined that the athlete had a base of residence in Japan, such as by bringing his family with him, and it was pointed out that even foreign athletes were required to file a tax return.

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Two people arrested for stealing cards worth approximately 5 million yen at a trading card store

2024-03-22 12:42:00
This month, two suspects, both 22 years old, were arrested for stealing cards that were being sold for approximately 5 million yen at a trading card store near JR Akihabara Station.

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1 new measles infection confirmed in Tokyo “Antibody test and vaccine consideration”

2024-03-22 12:34:00
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has announced that one new case of measles, which is highly contagious and has been confirmed across the country, has been confirmed. The Tokyo metropolitan government is asking people to consider antibody testing and vaccination.

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Minamata disease lawsuit Some plaintiffs admit to having the disease but dismiss the lawsuit Kumamoto District Court

2024-03-22 12:32:00
More than 140 people in Kumamoto and Kagoshima, claiming that it was unfair that they were not recognized as having Minamata disease and not eligible for relief measures, sought compensation from the national government, Kumamoto prefecture, and the companies that caused the disease. The court dismissed both of the plaintiffs' claims.

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Major mobile phone companies complete emergency recovery from Noto Peninsula earthquake damage, speeding up full-scale recovery

2024-03-22 12:24:00
Major mobile phone companies announced that restoration work from damage caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake was completed by the 21st. Currently, the situation is in the stage of emergency restoration using temporary base stations, etc., and each company says it is rushing to full-scale restoration of communication equipment.

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Odakyu/Odawara Line resumes operation as ceiling of Shinjuku Station burns

2024-03-22 12:19:00
According to Odakyu Electric Railway, operation of the Odakyu Odawara Line was suspended on the up and down lines between Shinjuku Station and Kyodo Station due to a fire alarm going off at a facility at Shinjuku Station, but operations were resumed at 12:05 p.m. We have resumed. According to the Tokyo Fire Department, part of the ceiling of the station where construction was being carried out was burnt, but the fire has been extinguished. There is no information about any injuries.

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A high school in Anamizu Town, Ishikawa. Closing ceremony held at a junior high school where classrooms were rented.

2024-03-22 12:16:00
The closing ceremony for a prefectural high school in Anamizu Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, whose school building was damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, was held at a junior high school in the town that had rented classrooms.

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Odakyu/Odawara Line operations suspended in some areas Ceiling of Shinjuku Station burnt

2024-03-22 12:07:00
According to Odakyu Electric Railway, the Odakyu/Odawara Line has suspended operations on the up and down lines between Shinjuku Station and Kyodo Station due to a fire alarm going off at a facility at Shinjuku Station just after 11am. According to the Tokyo Fire Department, part of the ceiling of the station where construction was being carried out was burnt, but the fire has been extinguished. There is no information about any injuries.

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Shohei Otani’s translator Ippei Mizuhara “Investigated by US tax authorities” US media

2024-03-22 11:58:00
Major League Baseball's Dodgers announced that they have fired Ippei Mizuhara, who serves as an interpreter for player Shohei Ohtani. Multiple American media outlets have reported that Mr. Mizuhara was involved in illegal gambling, but the team did not reveal the reason for his dismissal, saying that they were gathering information and saying, ``At this time, we have no further comment.'' "No." The Associated Press reported that the US tax authorities are investigating Mr. Mizuhara on suspicion of illegal gambling. In this article, we will also talk about gambling addiction.

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Former House of Representatives member Mizuoka Kakizawa sentenced to 2 years in prison suspended for 5 years

2024-03-22 11:34:00
Former member of the House of Representatives Mizuto Kakizawa has been sentenced to two years in prison, suspended for five years, for violating the Public Offices Election Law in the election for the mayor of Tokyo's Koto Ward held in April last year. According to the provisions of the Public Offices Election Law, former Rep. Kakizawa's civil rights will be suspended for five years and he will be unable to stand in any election.

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress arrive at Noto Airport and visit Wajima City and Suzu City in the afternoon

2024-03-22 11:26:00
Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress arrived at Noto Airport in Ishikawa Prefecture on the morning of the 22nd to visit those affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake.

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs orders former representatives of Tokematch operating company to return passports

2024-03-22 11:25:00
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will issue passports to the former representatives of the company for which the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department obtained arrest warrants for selling watches that had been entrusted to the company operating the luxury watch sharing service "Tokematch" without permission by the 12th of next month. I issued an order to return the.

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The Ministry of Justice investigated 8,962 cases last year for suspected human rights violations, an increase of 1,103 cases from the previous year.

2024-03-22 11:21:00
Last year, the Ministry of Justice investigated more than 8,900 cases of suspected human rights violations, an increase from the previous year. Minister of Justice Koizumi expressed his intention to respond with a sense of urgency to ensure that human rights are fully protected.

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GSDF Osprey Defense Minister Kihara “For the time being, we will train around the military base”

2024-03-22 11:21:00
Minister of Defense Kihara said that the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force resumed Osprey flights yesterday at a military base in Chiba Prefecture, which had been suspended following the crash of a U.S. military aircraft last November. The idea was to conduct training near the military base.

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Government raises subsidy rate for support measures due to liquefaction damage caused by Noto Peninsula earthquake

2024-03-22 10:51:00
On the 22nd, the government decided on support measures for liquefaction damage caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake. In addition to increasing the national subsidy rate for local governments to take measures against liquefaction from one-fourth to one-half of the previous rate, individuals will also receive up to 1.2 million yen in subsidies for repairing slopes on residential land. and so on.

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Three women stabbed and injured in central Kumamoto city; suspect in his 20s arrested

2024-03-22 10:48:00
According to police, three people were stabbed in the center of Kumamoto City's Chuo Ward at around 9:15 a.m. on the 22nd and taken to the hospital. Three young women were injured, and all were conscious when they were transported.

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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare notifies priority supply of measles vaccine to pediatric departments for routine vaccinations

2024-03-22 07:38:00
As measles infections have been confirmed across the country and the demand for vaccines is increasing, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has decided to give priority to pediatrics, etc., which provide routine vaccinations, in order to ensure that children receive regular vaccinations. We have issued notices through local governments requesting wholesalers and others to supply such materials.

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Today's ruling in class action lawsuit over Minamata disease relief Kumamoto District Court

2024-03-22 07:34:00
On the 22nd, more than 140 people in Kumamoto, Kagoshima, and other areas demanded compensation from the national government, Kumamoto prefecture, and the companies responsible for the disease, claiming that it was unfair that they were not recognized as having Minamata disease and not eligible for relief measures. The Kumamoto District Court will issue the verdict. Last year, in the first ruling in a similar class action lawsuit, the Osaka District Court acknowledged that all of the plaintiffs had Minamata disease and ordered the government and other entities to pay compensation, and attention will be focused on how they will decide who will receive relief.

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First wide-area evacuation plan based on assumption of Mt. Asama “massive eruption” Council of surrounding municipalities, etc.

2024-03-22 06:35:00
A council formed by local governments around Mt. Asama, on the border between Gunma and Nagano prefectures, has compiled its first wide-area evacuation plan in anticipation of a large-scale eruption. As for the widespread effects of volcanic ash, up to 190,000 people in six surrounding municipalities are expected to be affected.

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Their Majesties to visit Wajima City and Suzu City today, which were damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake

2024-03-22 06:13:00
On the 22nd, Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress will visit the cities of Wajima and Suzu in Ishikawa Prefecture, which were severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and visit the people affected by the disaster.

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Hokkaido: Results of investigation into 2 deaths in Mt. Yotei avalanche announced Japanese Society of Snow and Ice

2024-03-22 05:41:00
In March, a group of foreigners skiing in the backcountry on Mt. Yotei in Hokkaido was caught in an avalanche, killing two people. The Japan Society of Snow and Ice, which carried out the field survey, has announced the results of their investigation, and analyzes that the avalanche may have occurred along the stream, burying the area relatively deep.

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Hokkaido accident that killed 4 people: Truck driver's managers send documents to prosecutors

2024-03-22 05:17:00
Last year, a truck collided with a bus on a national highway in Yakumo, Hokkaido, killing four people, including the passengers.The manager at his workplace changed his driving duties even though the truck driver had been complaining of being unwell since the day before. Interviews with investigators revealed that he was suspected of causing the accident. Police plan to refer the two managers to prosecutors on the 22nd on suspicion of causing death or injury due to professional negligence.

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Dodgers' Shohei Otani's translator Mizuhara fired, widely reported in US media

2024-03-22 05:12:00
Major League Baseball's Dodgers announced that they have fired Ippei Mizuhara, who serves as an interpreter for player Shohei Ohtani. Multiple American media outlets have reported that Mr. Mizuhara was involved in illegal gambling, but the team did not reveal the reason for his dismissal, saying that they were gathering information and saying, ``At this time, we have no further comment.'' "No." According to US media, after the game on the night of the 20th, Mizuhara told his Dodgers teammates that he had a gambling addiction and that ``it's all my fault.'' Furthermore, Otani did not respond to any interviews after the game on the night of the 21st, and returned to Los Angeles from South Korea with his team. In this article, we will also talk about gambling addiction.

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