Social News(2024/11/13)
Chiba Asahi: Conflict between customers at Thai restaurant leaves one Thai man dead
2024-11-13 22:43:00
On the 10th of this month, a dispute occurred between customers at a Thai restaurant in Asahi City, Chiba Prefecture, resulting in the death of a male Thai customer. The male customer is believed to have been killed by being slashed in the face and other parts of his body with what appeared to be a bladed object, and the police are currently questioning the parties involved in the dispute to investigate the details of the incident.
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"Conference to consider the death penalty within the government and the Diet" - judicial officials
2024-11-13 22:30:00
At the urging of the Japan Federation of Bar Associations, judicial officials and academics who have been discussing the death penalty system have compiled a report stating that the government and the Diet should also establish conferences to fundamentally review the system.
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Childbirth expenses exceed lump-sum payment of 500,000 yen in nearly half of cases, Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare
2024-11-13 21:45:00
Last year, the lump-sum childbirth and child-rearing allowance was raised to 500,000 yen in an effort to ease the financial burden of childbirth expenses, but a Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare survey found that even after that, nearly half of births still ended up costing more than the lump-sum allowance.
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Report confirms 15 disaster-related deaths in Noto Peninsula earthquake, exceeding Kumamoto earthquake if confirmed
2024-11-13 21:32:00
A committee of experts has recommended that 15 people in Ishikawa Prefecture who died after the Noto Peninsula earthquake be recognized as disaster-related deaths. If officially recognized by the local government, the number of disaster-related deaths from the Noto Peninsula earthquake will be 235, exceeding the 222 deaths from the Kumamoto earthquake.
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Relocation work to Henoko begins in area with revised design
2024-11-13 21:31:00
On the 13th, the government began new landfilling in an area adjacent to the area where soft ground was found and where design changes are being made, as part of the construction work associated with the substitute execution in Henoko, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, which is the new location for the U.S. military's Futenma Air Base.
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An employee of a TBS subsidiary was arrested for breaking into a woman's room and taking pictures of her in her underwear.
2024-11-13 21:26:00
A 31-year-old employee working for a subsidiary of TBS was arrested for breaking into the room of a woman in her 20s and taking pictures of her in her underwear while she was sleeping.
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9 buildings burned in fire in Niigata and Sado; 70-year-old man transported to hospital but not seriously injured
2024-11-13 21:13:00
At around 6:30 pm on the 13th, a fire broke out in Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, burning down at least nine buildings, including homes. A man in his 70s was taken to the hospital, but his injuries are not considered to be life-threatening.
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Chiba Ichihara Hotel Robbery and Murder Case: 47-year-old former employee arrested
2024-11-13 20:55:00
In connection with the incident in which a female hotel employee was murdered and her cash stolen in Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture on the 1st of this month, police have arrested a 47-year-old former hotel employee on suspicion of robbery and murder.
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Government considering subsidies for electricity and gas charges from January to March next year
2024-11-13 20:54:00
According to a government official, the government is considering resuming subsidies for electricity and gas charges in January next year and continuing them until March in response to the soaring fuel prices as part of new economic measures to be finalized soon. The government plans to continue coordinating with the ruling party and other parties.
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"Women are not accepted" - Why is this happening in a fire brigade with a shortage of staff?
2024-11-13 20:48:00
In October of this year, a woman posted a message to NHK's information desk, saying, "I wanted to join the fire brigade, but they wouldn't accept me because I'm a woman." We began investigating to find out what was going on.
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Shiga Prefectural Police: Over 3,800 pieces of evidence left unattended at seven police stations
2024-11-13 20:31:00
It has been discovered that over 3,800 items of evidence, including handguns and illegal drugs, have been left unattended at seven police stations in Shiga Prefecture. The Shiga Prefectural Police Headquarters says that the investigation was not affected, but that it is "very regrettable and we will strive to prevent a recurrence."
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Man's body bound with tape in Kaizuka, Osaka - investigation into murder suspicions
2024-11-13 20:28:00
On November 9th, a man's body was found on a reef in Kaizuka City, Osaka, with both ankles and mouth bound with tape. Police investigations revealed that he likely died from shock due to being tied up too tightly. Police believe he was murdered by someone and are investigating the case as a case of murder and abandonment of a body.
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Ishikawa Suzu Municipal Hospital resumes mobile clinic for the first time in 10 months
2024-11-13 20:03:00
On the 13th, a municipal hospital in Suzu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, resumed mobile medical services in an area about 10 kilometers away from the hospital for the first time in about 10 months, which had been suspended following damage caused by the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
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JR Central: Water and air bubbles near linear construction site "We want to explain the survey results"
2024-11-13 19:50:00
Regarding the water and air bubbles that were discovered gushing out from the garden of a house in Machida City, Tokyo, near the site of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen underground tunnel construction, JR Central President Shunsuke Niwa commented, "We apologize for causing concern," and indicated his intention to explain the results of the investigation to residents and local governments.
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Tokyo Detention House refuses to accept lawyers' documents on closed day, government orders compensation
2024-11-13 19:46:00
In a lawsuit filed by a defendant detained at the Tokyo Detention House, who claimed that it was illegal for his lawyer to be denied handing over documents for a trial just four days later because the office was closed, the Tokyo District Court ruled that this was an "unreasonable restriction on the lawyer's rights" and ordered the government to pay more than 20,000 yen in damages.
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Draft proposal finalized for review of “dangerous driving” criteria: What measures will be included?
2024-11-13 19:45:00
The crime of dangerous driving resulting in death or injury was established to punish drivers who intentionally drive dangerously and cause death or injury. As there are many cases where the crime does not apply even in dangerous and malicious cases such as drunk driving and driving at high speeds, a Ministry of Justice study group has discussed revising the requirements for application and compiled a draft report. Why is it difficult to apply the crime of dangerous driving resulting in death or injury? Also, what measures have been proposed to prevent tragic accidents?
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Industry groups including voice actors state, "Stop unauthorized use of voices by AI"
2024-11-13 19:34:00
In the wake of a series of cases in which voice actors' voices have been used without permission using generative AI, industry groups including voice actors held a press conference in Tokyo on the 13th and issued a statement calling for voice actors' permission to be obtained when using AI to create voices and for it to be clearly stated that the voice is an AI voice.
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Reports of multiple buildings on fire in Niigata and Sado Fire department working to extinguish the fires
2024-11-13 19:31:00
According to the police, at around 6:30 pm on the 13th, a report was received that several buildings were on fire in Kasuga, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture, and firefighters are continuing their firefighting efforts. NHK cameras installed at Ryotsu Port in Sado City showed red flames rising. The scene of the fire is an area lined with shops and houses.
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COP29 summit: "Funding for emerging countries too" - rebuttals from emerging countries
2024-11-13 19:30:00
The second day of summit-level talks at COP29, the United Nations conference to discuss climate change measures being held in Azerbaijan, began on the 13th. The biggest focus of this summit is whether to increase support for climate change measures in developing countries, and developed countries are hoping to ask emerging countries to contribute as well, but emerging countries, wanting to avoid the burden, have repeatedly countered the developed countries, and the debate continues.
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Government considering subsidies for electricity and gas charges to resume in January and continue through March
2024-11-13 19:22:00
According to government sources, it has become clear that the government is considering resuming subsidies for electricity and gas bills in response to the soaring fuel prices from January next year, continuing until March. The government will continue to work with the ruling party and others to include this in the economic measures to be compiled soon. In addition, as a measure to combat rising prices, the government is considering providing subsidies to households not subject to resident tax of 30,000 yen per household, with an additional 20,000 yen per child for households with children.
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Draft proposal finalized for review of “dangerous driving” criteria: What measures will be included?
2024-11-13 19:16:00
The crime of dangerous driving resulting in death or injury was established to punish drivers who intentionally drive dangerously and cause death or injury. As there are many cases where the crime does not apply even in dangerous and malicious cases such as drunk driving and driving at high speeds, a Ministry of Justice study group has discussed revising the requirements for application and compiled a draft report. Why is it difficult to apply the crime of dangerous driving resulting in death or injury? Also, what measures have been proposed to prevent tragic accidents?
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Nagoya District Court sentences defendant who killed female college student while driving under the influence to nine years in prison
2024-11-13 19:13:00
Last year, a defendant was charged with dangerous driving resulting in death, among other charges, for hitting and killing a 20-year-old female university student at an intersection in Nagoya City while drunk and unable to drive normally. The Nagoya District Court pointed out that "the victim was through no fault of her own, and had many possibilities for the future, but her life was taken from her in a sudden accident, and her physical pain and regret are immeasurable," and sentenced him to nine years in prison.
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Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant's breakwater to be raised from 22 meters to 28 meters
2024-11-13 19:09:00
On the 13th, Chubu Electric Power Co., Inc. notified the Nuclear Regulation Authority that it plans to raise the "breakwater wall" installed as a tsunami countermeasure at the Hamaoka Nuclear Power Plant in Shizuoka Prefecture from the current height of 22 meters to 28 meters. As the expected height of the tsunami will exceed the height of the wall, the company will change the design.
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Industry groups including voice actors state, "Stop unauthorized use of voices by AI"
2024-11-13 19:04:00
In the wake of a series of cases in which voice actors' voices have been used without permission using generative AI, industry groups including voice actors held a press conference in Tokyo on the 13th and issued a statement calling for voice actors' permission to be obtained when using AI to create voices and for it to be clearly stated that the voice is an AI voice.
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Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 fails inspection for restart, first time since Nuclear Regulation Authority was established
2024-11-13 19:01:00
On the 13th, the Nuclear Regulation Authority officially decided that Japan Atomic Power Company's Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Fukui Prefecture had failed the inspection that is a prerequisite for restarting the plant. This is the first time since the Nuclear Regulation Authority was established in 2012 that it has decided not to allow a nuclear power plant to be restarted.
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Osaka: Father arrested for beating 5-month-old son to death, denies charges
2024-11-13 19:00:00
A 40-year-old father was arrested on suspicion of assault resulting in death after he assaulted his 5-month-old son at his apartment in Osaka City in January this year. He has denied the charges.
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Company executives arrested for mislabeling pork for school lunches in Kanagawa and Tokyo as domestic
2024-11-13 18:53:00
Five people, including the former chairman of a food processing company in Sagamihara City, were arrested for allegedly supplying foreign pork and chicken as ingredients for school lunches to schools in Kanagawa and Tokyo, falsely labelling them as domestic. During questioning, the former chairman reportedly stated that he "did it to keep the company afloat."
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Fire burns one car at Toyota's headquarters factory, no injuries, Aichi
2024-11-13 18:46:00
On the 13th, just before noon, a fire broke out at Toyota's headquarters in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, burning a test vehicle. No one was injured, and the production line was not affected.
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Former employee arrested for suspected involvement in Chiba Ichihara hotel robbery and murder case
2024-11-13 18:37:00
In connection with a robbery-murder case in Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture on the 1st of this month, in which a female hotel employee was killed and cash was stolen, police have arrested a former male employee in his 40s on suspicion of involvement in the incident.
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Former Prime Minister Kishida attack: First hearing on February 4th, verdict scheduled for February 19th, Wakayama District Court
2024-11-13 18:35:00
The first hearing of the defendants indicted on five charges in connection with the incident in which an explosive device was thrown near former Prime Minister Kishida, who was visiting Wakayama City to support an election campaign last year, will be held on February 4 next year. The verdict is scheduled to be handed down on February 19.
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Pro wrestler Masahiro Chono appeals for help in preventing unlicensed part-time work in Chiba through flyers
2024-11-13 18:12:00
As a series of crimes involving "illegal part-time jobs" are occurring in the Tokyo metropolitan area, police officers in Chiba City handed out educational pamphlets to young people on the 13th, urging them not to be fooled by solicitations on social media and other platforms and get involved in crime.
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COP29 summit: "Funding for emerging countries too" - rebuttals from emerging countries
2024-11-13 18:04:00
The second day of summit-level talks at COP29, the United Nations conference to discuss climate change measures being held in Azerbaijan, began on the 13th. The biggest focus of this summit is whether to increase support for climate change measures in developing countries, and developed countries are hoping to ask emerging countries to contribute as well, but emerging countries, wanting to avoid the burden, have repeatedly countered the developed countries, and the debate continues.
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Tochigi Koyama Kindergarten bus and car collide, 5 people injured, including 2 children
2024-11-13 18:03:00
On the afternoon of the 13th, a kindergarten bus collided with a car at an intersection in Oyama City, Tochigi Prefecture, injuring five people, including two children. All injuries were minor.
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JR Central: Water and air bubbles near linear construction site "We want to explain the survey results"
2024-11-13 18:00:00
Regarding the water and air bubbles that were discovered gushing out from the garden of a house in Machida City, Tokyo, near the site of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen underground tunnel construction, JR Central President Shunsuke Niwa commented, "We apologize for causing concern," and indicated his intention to explain the results of the investigation to residents and local governments.
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Taisho Pharmaceutical ordered to take preventative measures for stealth marketing
2024-11-13 17:58:00
The Consumer Affairs Agency has issued a measure order to the pharmaceutical company Taisho Pharmaceutical to prevent recurrence, stating that the company's reposting of product advertisements on social media sites, for which the company had paid a fee, without any PR labeling, constitutes stealth marketing.
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Company president files complaint against prosecutors for "threats and insults during interrogation"
2024-11-13 17:41:00
The president of a solar power generation-related company who was arrested and indicted in connection with a fraud case investigated by the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors' Office Special Investigation Division filed a complaint with the Tokyo High Public Prosecutors' Office on the 13th on suspicion of assault and battery by a special public official, claiming that he was threatened and insulted by the prosecutor in charge at the time during interrogation, who told him, "Hosting the Public Prosecutor's Office means you're anti-social."
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Relocation work to Henoko begins in area with revised design
2024-11-13 17:35:00
On the 13th, the government began new landfilling in an area adjacent to the area where soft ground was found and where design changes are being made, as part of the construction work associated with the substitute execution in Henoko, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, which is the new location for the U.S. military's Futenma Air Base.
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Miyagi Governor reviews "1.03 million yen barrier" and prefecture as a whole sees revenue drop of about 81 billion yen
2024-11-13 17:27:00
Regarding the review of the so-called "1.03 million yen barrier" requested by the Democratic Party for the People, Miyagi Governor Murai, who also serves as chairman of the National Governors' Association, revealed at a regular press conference on the 13th that if the annual income barrier is revised, Miyagi Prefecture's estimates are that the prefecture as a whole is expected to see a reduction in revenue of approximately 81 billion yen per year.
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Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 fails inspection for restart, first time since Nuclear Regulation Authority was established
2024-11-13 17:27:00
On the 13th, the Nuclear Regulation Authority officially decided that Japan Atomic Power Company's Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Fukui Prefecture had failed the inspection that is a prerequisite for restarting the plant. This is the first time since the Nuclear Regulation Authority was established in 2012 that it has decided not to allow a nuclear power plant to be restarted.
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Nankai Candies also participates in "Learn through manzai! Special fraud prevention class"
2024-11-13 17:25:00
An event aimed at teaching people how to protect themselves from special fraud through comedy was held in Tokyo on the 13th, with the participation of the comedy duo Nankai Candies, who serve as public relations ambassadors for the Metropolitan Police Department.
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Okinawa: Reclamation begins in area where redesign of Henoko relocation project was changed
2024-11-13 17:14:00
Ten months have passed since the national government began construction work associated with the forced execution of the plan in Henoko, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, which is the new location of the U.S. military's Futenma Air Base. On the 13th, landfilling began in an area where soft ground was discovered and design changes were made.
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Former employee questioned and arrested in Chiba Ichihara hotel robbery and murder case
2024-11-13 16:42:00
It has been learned from an investigation that the police are questioning a former employee in his 40s on suspicion of involvement in a robbery-murder case in Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, in which a female hotel employee was killed and cash stolen on the 1st of this month. The police plan to make an arrest later.
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Tochigi Koyama Kindergarten bus and car collide, 5 people injured, including 2 children
2024-11-13 16:36:00
On the afternoon of the 13th, a kindergarten bus collided with a passenger car at an intersection in Oyama City, Tochigi Prefecture, leaving five people, including two children, injured and receiving treatment.
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Court order to hide rainbow pattern on socks unjust, observer sues government
2024-11-13 16:31:00
People who attended the trial and others have filed a lawsuit against the government seeking compensation, claiming that they were unfairly restricted by court officials when they were ordered to cover up their rainbow-patterned socks, which represent sexual diversity, while attending the trial.
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Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 fails inspection for restart, first time since Nuclear Regulation Authority was established
2024-11-13 16:28:00
On the 13th, the Nuclear Regulation Authority officially decided that Japan Atomic Power Company's Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Fukui Prefecture had failed the inspection that is a prerequisite for restarting the plant. This is the first time since the Nuclear Regulation Authority was established in 2012 that it has decided not to allow a nuclear power plant to be restarted.
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Nagoya woman's murder remains unsolved for 25 years as family appeals for information
2024-11-13 16:19:00
On the 13th, it was 25 years since the murder of a 32-year-old housewife in an apartment in Nagoya in 1999, and the case remains unsolved. The family and police officers have appealed for information at shopping malls.
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50-year-old man dies while SUPing in Itoman, Okinawa Coast Guard issues warning
2024-11-13 15:46:00
On the afternoon of the 12th, a 50-year-old man died while standing on a board and paddling on the coast of Itoman City, Okinawa Prefecture. The Japan Coast Guard is calling for caution, as SUP is easily affected by wind and waves.
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Former employee questioned and arrested in Chiba Ichihara hotel robbery and murder case
2024-11-13 15:39:00
In a robbery-murder case in Ichihara City, Chiba Prefecture, on the 1st of this month, in which a female hotel employee was killed and her cash stolen, police are questioning a former employee in his 40s on suspicion of involvement in the case, according to an interview with an investigator. The police plan to make an arrest later.
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A large bus heading for a school trip collided with a light passenger vehicle, injuring four children in Fukui
2024-11-13 15:38:00
On the morning of the 13th, a large bus and a light passenger car collided head-on at an intersection in Fukui City, causing minor injuries to four children on their way to an elementary school field trip. The police are currently investigating the details of the accident.
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National Police Agency to expand scope of "mopeds" from April next year
2024-11-13 15:01:00
The National Police Agency has decided to begin implementing a system in April next year that will allow mopeds with a total displacement of 125cc or less, with controlled maximum output and reduced speeds, in addition to the current system of mopeds with a total displacement of 50cc or less, to be operated with a moped license or other similar license.
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Prime Minister Ishiba: "Domestic violence and sexual violence are serious human rights violations" Dedicated hotline should be used
2024-11-13 14:54:00
In order to realize a society free of violence between spouses or romantic partners, Prime Minister Ishiba posted on social media that "DV (domestic violence) and sexual violence are serious violations of human rights," and called for people to make use of a dedicated hotline that provides consultation.
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Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 fails inspection for restart, first time since Nuclear Regulation Authority was established
2024-11-13 14:51:00
On the 13th, the Nuclear Regulation Authority officially decided that Japan Atomic Power Company's Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Fukui Prefecture had failed the inspection that is a prerequisite for restarting the plant. This is the first time since the Nuclear Regulation Authority was established in 2012 that it has decided not to allow a nuclear power plant to be restarted.
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Fire burns one car at Toyota's headquarters factory, no injuries, Aichi
2024-11-13 14:50:00
Just before noon on the 13th, a fire broke out at Toyota's headquarters in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, burning one car. No one was injured.
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Tohoku Electric Power restarts Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 reactor
2024-11-13 14:46:00
Tohoku Electric Power Co. restarted the reactor at the Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Miyagi Prefecture, which had been shut down due to problems with measurement equipment, on the 13th, after putting together measures to prevent a recurrence.
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Court order to hide rainbow pattern on socks unjust, observer sues government
2024-11-13 14:09:00
People who attended the trial and others have filed a lawsuit against the government seeking compensation, claiming that they were unfairly restricted by court officials when they were ordered to cover up their rainbow-patterned socks, which represent sexual diversity, while attending the trial.
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Elementary school student injured at karate tournament; referees ignore injury and discuss issue over tournament management
2024-11-13 14:03:00
At a karate tournament held in Miyazaki City this month, an elementary school student was injured when he was kicked in the back of the head from behind during a match, and a video was posted to social media of the referees leaving the student on the ground and continuing their discussion, raising questions about the management of the tournament.
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Ministry of Finance: Drug price revisions next fiscal year will apply to all pharmaceuticals in principle
2024-11-13 13:21:00
In preparation for next year's budget, an advisory body to the Minister of Finance discussed the social security sector, and the Ministry of Finance proposed that drug price revisions for next year would, in principle, apply to all pharmaceuticals.
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Ishikawa Wajima: One supermarket reopens in area hit by heavy rains
2024-11-13 12:53:00
In Machino-cho, Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was severely damaged by heavy rains in September this year, the only supermarket in the area has resumed business, and local residents are flocking to the area to shop.
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Host club employee arrested for forcing female customers to wait for prostitution
2024-11-13 12:04:00
An employee of a host club in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, was arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department for making female customers wait for prostitution in order to use the money to pay for food and drinks at the club.
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Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 fails inspection for restart, first time since Nuclear Regulation Authority was established
2024-11-13 12:02:00
On the 13th, the Nuclear Regulation Authority officially decided that Japan Atomic Power Company's Tsuruga Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 in Fukui Prefecture had failed the inspection that is a prerequisite for restarting the plant. This is the first time since the Nuclear Regulation Authority was established in 2012 that it has decided not to allow a nuclear power plant to be restarted.
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Former employee of landscaping company arrested on suspicion of embezzlement in Tokyo, damages of over 100 million yen
2024-11-13 11:43:00
A 31-year-old former employee in charge of accounting at a landscaping company in Komae City, Tokyo, was arrested for embezzling 6.8 million yen from the company's savings account. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the matter further, as more than 100 million yen was reportedly missing from the company's account.
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Tohoku Electric Power restarts Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 reactor
2024-11-13 10:56:00
Tohoku Electric Power Co. restarted the reactor at Unit 2 of the Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant in Miyagi Prefecture on the 13th, after having shut it down following a problem with measurement equipment, after putting together measures to prevent a recurrence.
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Japan, US and South Korea begin second joint drill this year in East China Sea
2024-11-13 10:54:00
The Ministry of Defense announced that joint training between the Self-Defense Forces, the U.S. military, and the South Korean military began in the East China Sea on the 13th. The aim is thought to be to demonstrate cooperation between Japan, the U.S., and South Korea in light of North Korea and China, which have repeatedly launched ballistic missiles.
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JR Chuo Line Rapid Service resumes
2024-11-13 10:42:00
JR Chuo Line rapid trains were suspended between Tokyo Station and Takao Station due to a personal injury accident, but service resumed on both lines at 10:14 a.m.
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Tohoku Electric Power restarts Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 reactor
2024-11-13 10:12:00
Tohoku Electric Power announced that it had restarted the No. 2 reactor at the Onagawa Nuclear Power Plant in Miyagi Prefecture at 9 a.m. on the 13th. The reactor had been shut down due to a problem with measurement equipment after it was restarted on October 29th.
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JR Chuo Line rapid trains between Tokyo and Takao suspended; Chuo and Sobu Line local trains resumed
2024-11-13 09:44:00
Due to the fatal accident, JR Chuo and Sobu Line local trains were suspended on both lines between Chiba Station and Mitaka Station, but resumed service at 9:07 a.m. Due to this accident, JR Chuo Line rapid trains remain suspended between Tokyo Station and Takao Station.
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COP29 summit: focus on whether new funding targets can be agreed
2024-11-13 06:39:00
The summit of COP29, the United Nations conference to discuss climate change measures being held in Azerbaijan, began on the 12th. Developing countries have repeatedly called for increased funding for climate change measures, while developed countries have indicated their intention to ask emerging countries to also contribute funds, and the focus is on whether they can agree on a new funding target.
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Nagoya: UXOs discovered one after another, residents briefing held for removal
2024-11-13 05:39:00
On the evening of the 12th, an explanatory meeting for residents was held in Nagoya City, where a series of unexploded bombs were discovered last month, regarding the Self-Defense Forces' removal.
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Last year saw the highest number of bullying incidents ever, and the government puts together measures to prevent it
2024-11-13 05:02:00
The number of bullying cases reported in schools across the country reached an all-time high last year, and the government has compiled a list of key measures to prevent bullying in the future, including the establishment of a new expert panel to analyze the causes of bullying.
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"Kawauchi River Storm" confirmed for the first time this season in Satsuma-Kawauchi, Kagoshima
2024-11-13 04:41:00
On the 12th, the "Kawauchigawa Storm" phenomenon, in which fog flows out to the sea, was spotted for the first time this season on the Kawauchi River in Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture.
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Saitama Okegawa Elementary school student killed after being hit by truck at intersection
2024-11-13 04:31:00
On the afternoon of the 12th, a third-grade boy riding a bicycle at an intersection in Okegawa City, Saitama Prefecture, was hit by a large truck and killed. Police arrested the truck driver on the spot and are currently investigating the details of the accident.
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Company president files criminal complaint against prosecutor for "threatening and insulting" during interrogation
2024-11-13 04:24:00
The president of a solar power generation-related company who was arrested and indicted in connection with a fraud case investigated by the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors' Office Special Investigation Division is set to soon file a criminal complaint with the Tokyo High Public Prosecutors' Office on suspicion of assault and battery by a special public official, alleging that he was threatened and insulted by the prosecutor in charge at the time during questioning, who told him, "Hosting the Public Prosecutor's Office means you're anti-social," according to an interview with the president's side.
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