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Godzilla attacks the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building? Appeared in projection mapping

2024-04-27 21:30:00
Godzilla, Japan's world-famous and popular monster, has appeared at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in a gigantic projection mapping display.

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Students who feel attracted to teachers who “don’t want to be” in their teaching practice but hesitate

2024-04-27 19:49:00
Applications for the teacher employment exam have begun in various regions, and a survey of students who completed the teacher training course revealed that over 40% of students said that during their teaching practicum, they "started to feel that they no longer wanted to become a teacher." got it. On the other hand, 80% of students answered that they felt it was rewarding, highlighting the many students who find the job appealing but are hesitant due to long working hours and dealing with parents.

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Two Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopters crash, possibly colliding as they approached each other facing each other

2024-04-27 19:22:00
On the 20th of this month, two Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopters crashed during a training exercise off the coast of the Izu Islands, and it is possible that the two helicopters approached each other face-to-face and collided just before the accident, according to interviews with people involved. Understood. According to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, when multiple pilots fly together, they are normally instructed to fly at different altitudes to prevent collisions, so they are investigating the contents of the instructions at the time.

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Niigata Minamata disease class action lawsuit Plaintiff: Only the company that caused the complaint is dissatisfied with compensation; appeal decided

2024-04-27 19:13:00
In a lawsuit in which people who were not recognized or excluded from national remedies for Niigata Minamata disease sought compensation, the plaintiffs filed a lawsuit on the 27th, dissatisfied with the Niigata District Court's decision to order compensation only to the companies responsible for the disease. announced that they had decided to appeal.

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At least 7 people injured in accident involving 10 cars near Fukuoka urban expressway exit

2024-04-27 18:49:00
There was an accident involving 10 vehicles including passenger cars and buses near the exit of an urban expressway in Fukuoka City. At least seven people were injured in the accident and taken to the hospital, but their injuries were said to be minor.

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JR Chuo Line rapid train service resumes on up and down lines between Tokyo and Takao

2024-04-27 18:47:00
According to JR East, the rapid train service on the Chuo Line had been suspended on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Takao Station due to an accident that occurred at Higashi-Koganei Station, but operations resumed at 6 p.m.

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Long holidays start Transportation and expressways are crowded especially in the morning

2024-04-27 18:24:00
The long holidays began on the 27th, and public transportation and expressways were congested, especially in the morning.

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JR Chuo Line rapid train service suspended on up and down lines between Tokyo and Takao

2024-04-27 17:16:00
According to JR East, due to the accident that occurred at Higashi-Koganei Station, rapid trains on the Chuo Line have been suspended from around 5 p.m. on the up and down lines between Tokyo Station and Takao Station. It is expected that operations will resume around 6 p.m.

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Ishikawa Hegura Island Residents temporarily return home to check the damage situation etc.

2024-04-27 16:40:00
Ships are now able to enter Hegura Island in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged by the tsunami caused by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and residents have temporarily returned home to check on the damage.

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Land transportation of railway vehicles Special exhibition during the day Yamaguchi Kudamatsu

2024-04-27 16:13:00
In Kudamatsu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the overland transportation of railway vehicles, which normally takes place late at night, was specially opened to the public during the day, and many railway fans flocked to the event.

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Chiba: 26-year-old suspect arrested for allegedly manufacturing deadly gun at home

2024-04-27 16:11:00
A 26-year-old suspect from Chiba City was arrested on suspicion of secretly manufacturing a homemade gun with lethal force at his home. In response to the investigation, he stated, ``I was disappointed in the world and imagined attacking the people who made this country what it is,'' and the police are investigating in detail the details of how he started the bootlegging.

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Ishikawa Hegura Island Residents temporarily return home to check the damage situation etc.

2024-04-27 16:09:00
Ships are now able to enter Hegura Island in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged by the tsunami caused by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and residents have temporarily returned home to check on the damage.

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Voting fraud? Looking into “false information” regarding the election...

2024-04-27 15:58:00
Every time there is an election, false information such as ``election results are predetermined,'' ``early votes are being rewritten,'' and ``votes are being manipulated by Musashi machines used at voting booths'' spreads on social media. Is there really no election fraud? And what are the concerns about the spread of such false information? We investigated this by interviewing election affairs professionals.

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LINE information leak issue South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs “There should be no discriminatory measures”

2024-04-27 14:37:00
Due to the large-scale information leak of LINE users, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications has requested the operating company LINE Yahoo to immediately consider reviewing its capital relationship with the Korean IT company that caused the information leak. Regarding this issue, the South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that ``discriminatory measures against South Korean companies should not be allowed'' and indicated that they would consult with the Japanese side as necessary.

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Off the coast of the Senkaku Islands, two Chinese Coast Guard vessels leave Japan's territorial waters, monitored by the Coast Guard

2024-04-27 14:01:00
Two Chinese Coast Guard vessels that entered Japan's territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture on the morning of the 27th left the territorial waters just before 10 a.m. The Japan Coast Guard Headquarters continues to warn and monitor the vessel to prevent it from entering territorial waters again.

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Nationwide counseling sessions held over the phone and face-to-face with people who are struggling to make ends meet due to rising prices, etc.

2024-04-27 13:40:00
With the start of the long holidays and less support from the government, consultation sessions are being held nationwide in which lawyers and others respond by phone or in person to people who are struggling to make ends meet due to soaring prices.

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Long holidays start; transportation and expressways become crowded from morning

2024-04-27 12:35:00
The long holidays begin on the 27th, and public transportation and expressways are crowded starting in the morning.

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Union May Day Central Conference “Wage increases will spread to small and medium-sized enterprises” declaration adopted

2024-04-27 12:28:00
The May Day Central Conference of the labor organization ``Rengo'' was held, and a declaration was adopted stating that the momentum of high wage increases from this year's spring labor union will spread to small and medium-sized enterprises and lead to improved lives for all working people. .

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Long holidays start; transportation and expressways become crowded from morning

2024-04-27 12:12:00
The long holidays begin on the 27th, and public transportation and expressways are crowded starting in the morning.

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“Multiple tornadoes hit Nebraska, US, injuring 5 people” Local media

2024-04-27 12:07:00
A tornado occurred in the state of Nebraska in the Midwest of the United States, and local media reported that five people were injured and houses were destroyed.

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Volunteers work to clean up in disaster-stricken areas on the first day of long holidays

2024-04-27 12:02:00
Many volunteers are expected to visit the areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake during the long holiday period starting on the 27th. On the 27th, the first day of the campaign, volunteers have been working in various locations since the morning, cleaning up disaster waste and other tasks.

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Chiba Yachiyo Pawnshop robbery case: 18-year-old self-proclaimed high school student and two boys arrested

2024-04-27 11:48:00
On the 25th, police arrested three people, an 18-year-old self-proclaimed high school student and two boys aged 16 and 17, in connection with a robbery in which a group of three broke into a pawn shop in Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture.

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Narita Airport is crowded during the long holiday season due to peak departure times, making it popular in countries such as South Korea due to the weak yen

2024-04-27 10:32:00
On the 27th, Narita Airport reached the peak of departures for people spending the long holidays overseas, and the departure lobby was crowded with tourists from the morning.

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Expressway situation in various places [live streaming]

2024-04-27 10:10:00
The long holidays started on the 27th. We are live streaming the status of expressways in various places.

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Two Chinese Coast Guard ships intrude into Japanese territorial waters off the Senkaku Islands; Japan Coast Guard warns

2024-04-27 08:57:00
Two Chinese Coast Guard vessels entered Japan's territorial waters off the coast of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture just after 5 a.m. on the 27th. A Japanese ship is sailing in the territorial waters, and the Japan Coast Guard Headquarters is continuing to ensure the safety of the ships and to ensure that they leave the territorial waters immediately.

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“Uniform Bank” Donations from alumni → Maintenance by vendors → Provided to current students

2024-04-27 07:38:00
An initiative is underway in Musashimurayama City, Tokyo, to provide uniforms donated by alumni to junior high school students whose uniforms have become damaged or otherwise worn, and which are then provided after being taken care of by a vendor.

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One week after two MSDF helicopters crash, search continues for seven missing members

2024-04-27 06:04:00
The 27th marks one week since two Maritime Self-Defense Force helicopters crashed during a training exercise off the coast of the Izu Islands. Even now, the main parts of the aircraft have not been found, and seven members are still missing.The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is continuing the search and investigating the cause of the accident.

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Chichibu Railway to abolish "Class 4 level crossings" without gates and warning devices in principle

2024-04-27 05:53:00
In response to a fatal accident that occurred at a Type 4 level crossing in Gunma Prefecture that did not have a barrier or alarm, Chichibu Railway, which runs within Saitama Prefecture, has abolished 85 Type 4 level crossings in principle. In cases where this is difficult, the government has announced a policy of expediting discussions with local governments so that they can install barriers and alarms.

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Tochigi body abandonment case: Blood-stained hammer found in car; murder weapon?

2024-04-27 05:11:00
Interviews with investigators revealed that a bloody hammer was found in a car owned by the suspect who was arrested in the case where the bodies of a couple were found in Nasu Town, Tochigi Prefecture. The Metropolitan Police Department is conducting a detailed investigation, including conducting an appraisal, as it is suspected that the weapon was used as a murder weapon.

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JR East ``Kashara'' response policy formulated, with no end to abuse from passengers

2024-04-27 02:24:00
JR East has formulated a policy for dealing with "customer harassment" for the first time, as there is no end to customer harassment, such as train crews and station staff being yelled at by passengers.

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Miyagi school lunch milk made 590 students feel unwell, health center investigates

2024-04-27 02:07:00
On the 25th, a number of children and students in Miyagi Prefecture complained of poor physical health such as diarrhea and abdominal pain after drinking milk served during school lunches at elementary and junior high schools. NHK interviewed local governments and found that at least 590 people in the prefecture complained of symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. I am. The Sendai City Public Health Center is conducting on-site inspections to investigate the cause.

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Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress will make an official visit to the UK as state guests in late June

2024-04-27 02:04:00
The Imperial Household Agency has announced that preparations are underway for Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress to make an official visit to the United Kingdom as state guests in late June this year.

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Nihon University publishes final report of external investigation committee that uncovered fraud

2024-04-27 01:53:00
Nihon University has released the final report of the investigative committee that was working to uncover wrongdoing in response to the tax evasion incident involving the former president of the university, and is promoting improvements and reforms, including in response to the drug incident in the American football team. I'm about to go.

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