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``Reputation'' director ordered to pay compensation to person who posted a review ``His reputation has been ruined''

2024-05-31 22:03:00
The Osaka District Court held a lawsuit in which the director of an ophthalmology clinic in Hyogo Prefecture sought compensation from the person who posted the post after his reputation was damaged by a Google Maps review that said, ``I was given a single eyelid without permission.'' The person was ordered to delete the article and pay 2 million yen.

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Fault near reactor at Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 Regulatory Commission ``difficult to deny activity''

2024-05-31 21:52:00
The Nuclear Regulation Authority says it is "difficult to deny activity" regarding the fault running near the reactor, which is the focus of an examination that is a prerequisite for restarting Unit 2 of the Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant in Fukui Prefecture. I have shown my evaluation. If this fault were to extend directly beneath the reactor, restarting the reactor would not be permitted, and the regulatory commission is expected to conduct an on-site investigation and make a final decision.

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Ishikawa Prefecture announces water outage “resolved except in areas where early restoration is difficult”

2024-05-31 21:29:00
Ishikawa Prefecture announced that water outages caused by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake have been resolved, except in areas where early restoration is difficult due to landslides and other impacts.

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A bear invades a livestock company's factory and cow hides are destroyed in Nayoro, Hokkaido

2024-05-31 20:51:00
On the morning of the 31st, cow hides stored outdoors at a livestock company's factory in Nayoro City, Hokkaido, were found destroyed, and police suspected that a bear had invaded the site based on footprints left at the site. We are calling for your attention.

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Kobe Airport Small plane makes belly landing, runway closed

2024-05-31 20:44:00
On the afternoon of the 31st, a small aircraft undergoing training made a belly landing on the runway at Kobe Airport. Although no one was injured, Kobe Airport's runway was closed from around 2:30 p.m. due to this incident, but operations resumed approximately five hours later, just before 7:30 p.m.

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``K Arena Yokohama'' pedestrian bridge to ease congestion postponed due to design error

2024-05-31 20:06:00
The city of Yokohama hastily postponed the planned opening of a pedestrian bridge built on June 1st to alleviate congestion at the K Arena Yokohama in the Minato Mirai district after discovering that it lacked strength due to a design error. I decided to postpone it.

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Nippon Television releases special investigation team report following death of manga author

2024-05-31 20:03:00
After the original author of the popular manga ``Sexy Tanaka-san'' passed away after revealing that he had a difference of opinion with the production side regarding the TV drama adaptation, Nippon Television, which produced the drama, announced on the 31st that an internal The report by the special investigation team has been published.

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Two organizations, including NHK, received the “Visual Information Media Future Award” Award Ceremony

2024-05-31 20:00:00
The award ceremony for the Visual Information Media Future Award, which is given to people and organizations that have made outstanding achievements in research fields related to broadcasting, was held in Tokyo, and two organizations, including NHK, received the award.

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In response to the red yeast rice issue, the functional labeling food system is reviewed and the government's response policy is finalized.

2024-05-31 19:47:00
In response to the issue of people developing kidney disease after taking supplements containing red yeast rice, which Kobayashi Pharmaceutical had submitted as a food with functional claims, the government decided to issue a report on health hazard information at a related cabinet meeting on the 31st. We have put together a policy to respond to the review of the food system with functional claims, such as mandatory compliance with manufacturing standards called GMP for supplement-shaped products.

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Kobe Airport Small plane makes belly landing, runway closed

2024-05-31 19:46:00
On the afternoon of the 31st, a small aircraft undergoing training made a belly landing on the runway at Kobe Airport. There were no injuries, but Kobe Airport closed its runway from around 2:30 p.m. as a result of the incident.

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Rocket launchers found in boxes on the riverbank in Kitakyushu

2024-05-31 19:39:00
Multiple items that appear to be rocket launchers and handguns were found on a riverbank in Kokuraminami Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, and police are currently working to determine if they are real and are investigating the possibility that someone dumped them at the scene.

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69-year-old suspect arrested for illegally parking with fake parking ban exemption sign

2024-05-31 19:33:00
A 69-year-old suspect was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department for illegally parking on a Tokyo street using a fake sign that excludes parking restrictions issued only to people with disabilities.

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Niigata Minamata disease officially confirmed 59 years after ceremony, microphone cut off in Kumamoto, government apologizes

2024-05-31 19:19:00
On the 31st, 59 years since the official confirmation of Niigata Minamata disease, a ceremony was held in Niigata City to convey the damage and lessons learned from Niigata Minamata disease. I apologize for the problem.

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Former Kagoshima Prefectural Police Headquarters Chief of Public Safety Department arrested on suspicion of violating the National Public Service Act

2024-05-31 19:16:00
In March this year, after retiring, the former head of the Kagoshima Prefectural Police Headquarters' public safety department was arrested on suspicion of violating the National Public Service Act for leaking internal documents containing personal information obtained during his employment to a third party. .

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Nippon Television releases special investigation team report following death of manga author

2024-05-31 19:11:00
After the original author of the popular manga ``Sexy Tanaka-san'' passed away after revealing that he had a difference of opinion with the production side regarding the TV drama adaptation, Nippon Television, which produced the drama, announced on the 31st that an internal The report by the special investigation team has been published.

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Ishikawa: ``Closing ceremony'' held in Wajima City to express gratitude to support staff from outside the prefecture

2024-05-31 19:10:00
In Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which suffered major damage in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the dispatch of support staff from local governments outside the prefecture based on the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications' system ended on the 31st, and a "closing ceremony" was held to express gratitude. Ta.

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In response to the red yeast rice issue, the functional labeling food system is reviewed and the government's response policy is finalized.

2024-05-31 19:05:00
In response to the issue of people developing kidney disease after taking supplements containing red yeast rice, which Kobayashi Pharmaceutical had submitted as a food with functional claims, the government decided to issue a report on health hazard information at a related cabinet meeting on the 31st. We have put together a policy to respond to the review of the food system with functional claims, such as mandatory compliance with manufacturing standards called GMP for supplement-shaped products.

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Part-time instructor at Nihon University High School files lawsuit over unpaid wages for non-class hours

2024-05-31 18:36:00
A part-time instructor working at a high school affiliated with Nihon University has filed a lawsuit in the Tokyo District Court seeking payment of approximately 11 million yen, alleging that he was not paid for work outside of class hours, such as preparing classes and grading tests. I understand that.

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Niigata Minamata disease officially confirmed 59 years after ceremony, microphone cut off in Kumamoto, government apologizes

2024-05-31 18:25:00
On the 31st, 59 years since the official confirmation of Niigata Minamata disease, a ceremony was held in Niigata City to convey the damage and lessons learned from Niigata Minamata disease. I apologize for the problem.

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Review of Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2: Final discussion on faults within the site

2024-05-31 18:24:00
The Nuclear Regulation Authority's review of the Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Fukui Prefecture, which is a prerequisite for restarting the plant, is in the process of finalizing discussions about the fault within the site. The regulatory commission is expected to make a final decision after conducting an on-site investigation, and there is a possibility that restarting the plant will not be approved, which is attracting attention.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, increasing vigilance in the area

2024-05-31 18:24:00
In the early hours of the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and a couple in their 70s living in the house were attacked and seriously injured. The bear then ran outside, and a nearby elementary school has stepped up its vigilance by asking children to be picked up by car or accompanied by their parents on their way to and from school.

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“If I die, who will be my son?” The number of people with disabilities living at home is increasing, and parents are worried.

2024-05-31 18:22:00
``I wonder what kind of environment my son will be in after I die.'' As he reaches his 60s, his physical strength begins to decline. She is unable to find a place to accommodate her son, who is in his 30s and has severe intellectual disabilities and autism. The mother is worried about the future. A survey by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has revealed that the number of people with intellectual disabilities living at home has exceeded 1 million for the first time. More than 60% of these children live with their parents, and as the parents who provide care to them continue to age, creating an environment where they can live with peace of mind has become an issue.

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JR East's internal newsletter makes inappropriate comments about accidents resulting in injury or death

2024-05-31 18:10:00
It has been discovered that JR East's in-house newsletter for drivers and conductors included expressions such as ``I did it again'' and ``I was the youngest person to achieve this'' regarding accidents resulting in injury or death. The workplace subsequently canceled the display of the message as it was an inappropriate expression, and JR East commented, ``We take this seriously.We will thoroughly educate and guide our employees.''

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Saitama Kawaguchi taxi shooting incident: Suspect suspected of attempted robbery and murder arrested

2024-05-31 18:05:00
Police took custody of a 68-year-old suspect in Saitama City on the afternoon of the 31st in connection with the shooting incident of a taxi driver that occurred on May 29th in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, and arrested him on suspicion of attempted robbery and murder. . He did not have a handgun in his possession when he was arrested, and police are currently conducting an investigation into his whereabouts after the incident.

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Tokyo Shibuya Ward Restrictions on street drinking around Shibuya Station to be extended throughout the year

2024-05-31 18:03:00
Regarding the Tokyo Shibuya Ward ordinance that restricts drinking on the streets around Shibuya Station during periods such as Halloween, the ward has decided to expand the ordinance to include the entire year, and will submit a revised bill to the ward assembly in June.

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JR Chuo Line rapid train operation resumes

2024-05-31 17:45:00
JR Chuo Line rapid trains had suspended operation on the entire line between Tokyo Station and Takao Station due to the fatal accident, but operations resumed shortly after 5:30 p.m.

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Tokyo governor owns “Harumi Flag” for investment purposes: “I want to see it develop”

2024-05-31 17:31:00
Regarding the fact that it was revealed that a corporation owns some of the rooms for investment purposes in the Harumi Flag apartment complex, which is a renovated former athletes' village whose project is supervised by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Governor Koike said, ``There are various forms of investigation.'' I think it will be used in the future, so I look forward to seeing how it develops in the future."

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Ishikawa Wajima rice field irrigation canal restoration work completed, rice planting in full swing

2024-05-31 17:03:00
In Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, there was significant damage to the irrigation canals that supply water to the rice fields, but after emergency restoration work, rice planting is now underway.

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JR Chuo Line Rapid service suspended on entire line due to accident resulting in death

2024-05-31 16:50:00
JR Chuo Line rapid trains have been suspended from around 4:20 pm on all lines between Tokyo Station and Takao Station due to an accident that occurred at Kokubunji Station in Kokubunji City, Tokyo. According to JR, the train is expected to resume operation around 5:20 p.m.

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Typhoon No. 2 occurs in the South China Sea; no direct impact expected on Japan

2024-05-31 16:47:00
Typhoon No. 2 formed in the South China Sea on the afternoon of the 31st. There is not expected to be any direct impact on Japan.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, increasing vigilance in the area

2024-05-31 16:30:00
In the early hours of the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and a couple in their 70s living in the house were attacked and seriously injured. The bear then ran outside, and a nearby elementary school has stepped up its vigilance by asking children to be picked up by car or accompanied by their parents on their way to and from school.

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Ishikawa Wajima Asaichi Street Building destruction registration completed; Ministry of the Environment accelerates demolition and removal

2024-05-31 16:28:00
The Ministry of the Environment has completed the registration of destruction of buildings around Asaichi Street in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, and is now able to apply for demolition at public expense even without the consent of all owners. It has been announced that demolition and removal will be accelerated.

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Ishikawa Suzu ware kiln construction begins on temporary workshop; kiln to be rebuilt by the end of the year

2024-05-31 16:22:00
Construction of a temporary workshop began on the 31st at one of the kilns of the traditional craft "Suzu ware" in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.

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With the launch of the invoice system, consumption tax returns for sole proprietorships approximately doubled

2024-05-31 16:04:00
This was the first final tax return filed since the invoice system, a new consumption tax deduction method, was introduced, and the number of consumption tax returns filed by sole proprietors was more than 1.97 million, nearly twice as many as last year. According to a summary by the National Tax Agency, this has increased. The number appears to have been driven up by filings by small businesses that were newly obligated to pay taxes as a result of registering under the system.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, increasing vigilance in the area

2024-05-31 15:57:00
In the early hours of the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and a couple in their 70s living in the house were attacked and seriously injured. The bear then ran outside, and a nearby elementary school has stepped up its vigilance by asking children to be picked up by car or accompanied by their parents on their way to and from school.

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Kobe Airport Small plane makes belly landing, runway closed

2024-05-31 15:55:00
On the afternoon of the 31st, a small aircraft undergoing training made a belly landing on the runway at Kobe Airport. Although no injuries were confirmed, the runway at Kobe Airport was closed from around 2:30 p.m.

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Saitama Kawaguchi taxi shooting incident wanted suspect arrested

2024-05-31 15:44:00
On the 29th, in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, police arrested a 68-year-old suspect who was wanted and whose whereabouts were being investigated for a shooting incident in which a taxi driver was shot in the stomach with what appeared to be a handgun. The suspect was located in Saitama City and arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery and murder.

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[LIVE Video] Kobe Airport Landing Trouble with Small Plane Runway Closed

2024-05-31 14:59:00
According to Kansai Airports, there was a problem with a small plane landing at Kobe Airport this afternoon. As a result, the runway will be closed from 2:30 p.m.

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Ahead of 10 years since the Mt. Ontake eruption, photos taken by disaster victims are on display in Shinagawa, Tokyo

2024-05-31 14:46:00
Ahead of the 10th anniversary of the eruption of Mt. Ontake, which was the worst volcanic disaster in the post-war period, an exhibition is being held in Tokyo of photos and belongings taken by those affected by the disaster.

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Saitama Kawaguchi taxi shooting incident wanted suspect arrested

2024-05-31 14:43:00
On the 29th, in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, police arrested a 68-year-old suspect who was wanted and whose whereabouts were being investigated for a shooting incident in which a taxi driver was shot in the stomach with what appeared to be a handgun. The suspect was located in Saitama City and arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery and murder.

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69-year-old suspect arrested for illegally parking with fake parking ban exemption sign

2024-05-31 14:23:00
A 69-year-old suspect was arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department for illegally parking on a Tokyo street using a fake sign that excludes parking restrictions issued only to people with disabilities.

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Supreme Court to rule in June in case seeking parent-child relationship with daughter born after gender change

2024-05-31 14:08:00
Arguments were held at the Supreme Court on the 31st in a case in which a person who changed his gender on his family register from male to female sought parentage with his daughter who was born with his own frozen sperm, and the verdict was announced on June 21. It will be announced on the day. Amidst the debate surrounding sexual diversity, it will be interesting to see if new judgments will be made regarding parent-child relationships.

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Ishikawa Shiga Town Disaster Volunteer Center Relocation to heavily damaged areas

2024-05-31 14:03:00
In Shiga Town, Ishikawa Prefecture, where more than 7,200 homes were damaged in the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the Disaster Volunteer Center relocated to the heavily damaged area in order to work more efficiently and began operations on the 31st.

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68-year-old man wanted in connection with taxi shooting incident in Kawaguchi, Saitama

2024-05-31 13:57:00
On the 29th, in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, a man who was a passenger in a taxi shot at the driver. Police identified the man who fled the scene as a 68-year-old suspect who lives nearby, and he was arrested nationwide on suspicion of attempted robbery and murder. I made arrangements. Police have released a photo of the suspect and are appealing for information.

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In response to the red yeast rice issue, the functional labeling food system is reviewed and the government's response policy is finalized.

2024-05-31 12:49:00
In response to the issue of people developing kidney disease after taking supplements containing red yeast rice, which Kobayashi Pharmaceutical had submitted as a food with functional claims, the government decided to issue a report on health hazard information at a related cabinet meeting on the 31st. We have put together a policy to respond to the review of the food system with functional claims, such as mandatory compliance with manufacturing standards called GMP for supplement-shaped products.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, increasing vigilance in the area

2024-05-31 12:47:00
In the early hours of the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and a couple in their 70s living in the house were attacked and seriously injured. The bear then ran outside, and a nearby elementary school has stepped up its vigilance by asking children to be picked up by car or accompanied by their parents on their way to and from school.

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Aga-cho, Niigata A man suffers head injuries after being attacked by a bear in the bamboo forest behind his home

2024-05-31 12:46:00
On the morning of the 31st, a man in his 50s who went into a bamboo forest behind his house in Aga Town, Niigata Prefecture, was attacked by a bear and suffered head injuries. The man was taken to the hospital, where he was conscious and able to walk on his own.

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68-year-old man wanted in connection with taxi shooting incident in Kawaguchi, Saitama

2024-05-31 12:36:00
On the 29th, in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, a man who was a passenger in a taxi shot at the driver. Police identified the man who fled the scene as a 68-year-old suspect who lives nearby, and he was arrested nationwide on suspicion of attempted robbery and murder. I made arrangements. Police have released a photo of the suspect and are appealing for information.

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[Breaking News] Arrest warrant for 68-year-old man in connection with taxi shooting incident in Kawaguchi, Saitama

2024-05-31 12:10:00
On the 29th, in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, a man who was a passenger in a taxi shot at the driver. Police identified the man who fled the scene as a 68-year-old suspect living in the city, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest on suspicion of attempted robbery and murder. I took it. Police are investigating the whereabouts of the suspect and releasing his photograph.

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Extratropical cyclone moves away from Kanto and Izu Islands; risk of heavy rain disappears

2024-05-31 12:08:00
The extratropical cyclone that evolved from Typhoon No. 1 is moving east of Japan and gradually moving away from the Kanto region and the Izu Islands. Although the threat of heavy rain has disappeared, the Japan Meteorological Agency continues to urge people to be careful of strong winds and high waves.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, increasing vigilance in the area

2024-05-31 11:43:00
In the early hours of the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and a couple in their 70s living in the house were attacked and seriously injured. The bear then ran outside, and a nearby elementary school has stepped up its vigilance by asking children to be picked up by car or accompanied by their parents on their way to and from school.

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In response to the red yeast rice issue, the functional labeling food system is reviewed and the government's response policy is finalized.

2024-05-31 11:40:00
In response to the issue of people developing kidney disease after taking supplements containing red yeast rice, which Kobayashi Pharmaceutical had submitted as a food with functional claims, the government decided to issue a report on health hazard information at a related cabinet meeting on the 31st. We have put together a policy to respond to the review of the food system with functional claims, such as mandatory compliance with manufacturing standards called GMP for supplement-shaped products.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, calling for caution

2024-05-31 11:02:00
Early on the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and attacked a couple in their 70s who lived in the house, seriously injuring them. The bear has since run away from the residence, and police have issued a warning to nearby residences.

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Minamata disease microphone cut-off issue: Environment Minister Ito will hold another meeting in July

2024-05-31 10:57:00
At a meeting between Minamata disease patient organizations and other organizations, Minister of the Environment Ito cut off the sound of the microphones while members of the organizations were speaking. It has been announced that arrangements are being made to hold another meeting with the government sometime in July.

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Government decides on implementation plan to strengthen child policy, plans to promote approximately 400 policies

2024-05-31 09:46:00
The government has decided on an implementation plan to strengthen its child policy. In addition to measures to combat the declining birthrate, we plan to promote approximately 400 policies, including measures to combat child poverty and suicide, and to enhance support for so-called "young carers."

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iPS cell-related patent development researcher reaches settlement with company, allowing use in some treatments

2024-05-31 08:50:00
Regarding a patent on technology to create retinal tissue from iPS cells, the researchers who developed the technology were requesting companies that hold the patent rights to allow the use of the technology. announced that a settlement has been reached and patents are now available for some treatments.

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Effective job openings ratio in April: National average 1.26 times, 0.02 points lower than the previous month

2024-05-31 08:33:00
The national average job openings-to-applicants ratio in April was 1.26 times, 0.02 points lower than the previous month. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare says, ``There appears to be a move to reduce job openings in manufacturing industries that are affected by the weak yen and soaring prices.''

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Shogi "Eio Match" today's 4th game Fujii Hakkan 1 win 2 losses Can he maintain his 8th crown?

2024-05-31 08:22:00
The 4th game of the ``Eio match'', one of the eight major shogi titles, will be held in Chiba Prefecture on the 31st, with Takumi Ito 7-dan (21) challenging the title holder, Sota Fujii (21) . Fujii's eight crowns have so far gone with one win and two losses, making it a match to see if he can maintain his eight crowns.

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More than 500 Chiba villages at risk of becoming isolated due to earthquake and heavy rain

2024-05-31 07:59:00
After many villages were isolated due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, Chiba Prefecture conducted an investigation and found that 532 villages within the prefecture were at risk of becoming isolated due to an earthquake or heavy rain. The prefecture wants to accelerate measures such as stockpiling by providing subsidies.

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Heavy rain likely in the southern Kanto region and Izu Islands until noon, so be careful

2024-05-31 06:44:00
Due to the effects of extratropical cyclones and fronts that have changed since Typhoon No. 1, there is a risk of heavy rain with thunder and lightning in the southern Kanto region and the Izu Islands until noon. The Japan Meteorological Agency urges people to be careful about landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and rising river waters.

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Gunma Annaka: A bear enters a house and seriously injures a couple, calling for caution

2024-05-31 06:43:00
Early on the 31st, a bear entered a house in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture, and attacked a couple in their 70s who lived in the house, seriously injuring them. The bear has since run away from the residence, and police have issued a warning to nearby residences.

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“A bullet casing in the taxi, maybe an automatic pistol?” Saitama Kawaguchi shooting incident

2024-05-31 06:10:00
On the 29th, an incident in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture, in which a male taxi passenger fired at the driver, revealed that a single shell casing was found inside the taxi, according to an interview with investigators. Police suspect that the weapon used may have been an automatic handgun, and are currently investigating the whereabouts of the man who fled.

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Earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Kumamoto and Kagoshima prefectures, no worries about tsunami

2024-05-31 05:01:00
At around 4:46 a.m. on the 31st, there was an earthquake with a seismic intensity of 4 in Kumamoto and Kagoshima prefectures. There is no need to worry about a tsunami from this earthquake.

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