Social News(2024/12/26)
Two people killed in house fire in Fuji City, Shizuoka; three family members unable to be contacted
2024-12-26 23:38:00
On the afternoon of the 26th, a house in Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture, was burned down, and two bodies were found in the ruins. It has become impossible to contact three of the four parents and children living in the house, so the police and fire department are working to identify the bodies and are investigating the situation at the scene in detail.
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Saitama Prefecture: "Documents related to tuberculosis patients sent by mistake" - Error in business card of public health center employee
2024-12-26 23:35:00
Saitama Prefecture announced that public health center staff had given medical institutions business cards with incorrect fax numbers, and that documents related to tuberculosis patients had been mistakenly sent to private homes.
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Was a Japanese national robbed and murdered in Sao Paulo, Brazil? Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2024-12-26 22:26:00
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, they received a report from local authorities that a Japanese national was robbed and murdered in Sao Paulo, the largest city in South America, on the 24th of this month. The authorities are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Shizuoka: 1 person killed in house fire in Fuji City, 3 family members unable to contact
2024-12-26 21:03:00
A fire broke out at a house in Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on the 26th, and one body was found in the ruins. The police and fire department are currently investigating the situation as they have lost contact with the three people living in the house.
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Prince Hisahito to study at University of Tsukuba: President holds press conference: "Studying at university will be free and easy"
2024-12-26 20:57:00
The president of the University of Tsukuba, where Prince Hisahito, the eldest son of Prince and Princess Akishino, will be attending, held a press conference on the 26th and welcomed Prince Hisahito's enrollment, saying, "I hope he will be able to study freely at university."
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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force minesweeper fire off the coast of Fukuoka Prefecture Human remains found in area
2024-12-26 20:56:00
On the 25th, human bones were found in the waters where a minesweeper of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces caught fire and sank while sailing off the coast of Fukuoka Prefecture last month. One crew member is missing in the fire, and the Japan Coast Guard is working to identify him.
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Shiga Prefectural Police: Evidence left unattended in crime; defense team seeking retrial requests investigation
2024-12-26 20:53:00
In response to the issue of evidence being left unattended at a police station in Shiga Prefecture, a team of lawyers seeking a retrial for a robbery-murder case that took place in Hino Town 40 years ago has requested the police and prosecutors to investigate whether any evidence from the crime has been left behind.
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Ishikawa unveils cost-saving model housing plan to help disaster victims rebuild their homes
2024-12-26 20:52:00
Ishikawa Prefecture, which believes that rebuilding homes for disaster victims will be a major issue in the future, has solicited cost-saving plans from housing manufacturers and started publishing them on its website from the 26th. This was announced by Governor Hasi of Ishikawa Prefecture at a press conference on the 26th.
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Ground Self-Defense Force: Suspended Osprey flights to resume after 27th
2024-12-26 20:51:00
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force has announced that it will resume flights of its Osprey transport aircraft, which had been temporarily suspended, from the 27th.
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Three arrested in Osaka for allegedly hoisting employee with excavator and dropping him from 9m
2024-12-26 20:51:00
In June of this year, three executives at an industrial waste disposal company in Yao City, Osaka, were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder for hoisting an employee in his 20s with a bulldozer, making him hold onto the ceiling of a building, and then dropping him from a height of about 9 meters. Police are investigating the possibility that they may have repeatedly assaulted the employee as a form of "punishment."
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Akita bear stays in car repair shop, traps fail to capture bear
2024-12-26 20:50:00
A bear is believed to have entered an automobile repair shop in Akita City and stayed there since the morning of the 26th, and police and others are on alert. Traps have been set up at the shop, but so far they have not been able to capture it.
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Mitsubishi UFJ Bank's online banking glitches: cyber attack?
2024-12-26 20:49:00
On the afternoon of the 26th, a problem occurred with Mitsubishi UFJ Bank's internet banking that prevented users from logging in, and even now some users are still unable to log in using biometric authentication. Although there have been no confirmed cases of deposits being stolen or funds being transferred illegally, the bank believes it may have been the victim of a cyber attack that sent a large amount of data, and is currently investigating the matter in detail.
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Cyber attack on JAL? Flight cancellations and delays, system glitches fixed
2024-12-26 20:45:00
On the 26th, Japan Airlines experienced a problem with the system for checking passengers' baggage, causing delays and cancellations on domestic and international flights. The system has been restored, but the company believes it was a cyber attack and is investigating the matter further.
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Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office "demanded a confession from Mr. Hakamada as if he had decided he was the culprit"
2024-12-26 20:09:00
Following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamada in a retrial, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, which has been examining the procedures for requesting a retrial and the investigation at the time, announced the results on the 26th. Regarding the interrogation, it said, "It cannot be said that the police listened sincerely to his testimony, as they sought his confession as if they had decided that he was the culprit."
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Parents of man in his 20s sue company for "suicide due to boss's power harassment"
2024-12-26 20:02:00
On the 26th, the parents of a man in his 20s who worked at an auto parts store in Kyoto City run by a group company of major tire manufacturer Bridgestone filed a lawsuit against the company seeking approximately 65 million yen in damages, claiming that the suicide was caused by power harassment by his superiors.
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Guidelines finalized for "Any Child Can Attend Kindergarten System" including subsidies capped at 10 hours per month
2024-12-26 19:43:00
Regarding the "Anyone Can Attend Daycare" system, which allows children under the age of three to use daycare centers and other facilities for a certain number of hours regardless of whether their parents are working, the Agency for Children and Families has compiled guidelines stating that subsidies will be provided for up to 10 hours of use per month, with local governments being able to extend this time on their own.
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Was a Japanese national robbed and murdered in Sao Paulo, Brazil? Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2024-12-26 19:27:00
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, they received a report from local authorities that a Japanese national was robbed and murdered in Sao Paulo, the largest city in South America, on the 24th of this month. The authorities are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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What to do if you get choked on mochi
2024-12-26 19:19:00
"Omochi" is an indispensable food on the New Year's table, whether it is eaten grilled or added to ozoni (traditional Japanese soup). However, one thing to be careful of is choking and death from choking. What should you do if a family member or friend chokes on a mochi in front of you? Please be sure to know this so that you don't end up making the New Year a sad one. ※※An image summarizing the steps and key points to take is included at the end of the article※※
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Draft guidelines for full-scale "recycling" of decontaminated soil from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
2024-12-26 19:12:00
The Ministry of the Environment is aiming to fully recycle soil with low concentrations of radioactive material produced during the decontamination work at Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant from next fiscal year onwards, and has presented proposed guidelines on what soil can be used and where.
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Cyber attack on JAL? Flight cancellations and delays, system glitches fixed
2024-12-26 19:09:00
On the 26th, Japan Airlines experienced a problem with the system for checking passengers' baggage, causing delays and cancellations on domestic and international flights. The system has been restored, but the company believes it was a cyber attack and is investigating the matter further.
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Heavy snowfall expected in mountainous areas along the Japan Sea coast in eastern and western Japan.
2024-12-26 19:05:00
Due to the influence of winter pressure patterns and strong cold air above, heavy snow is expected to fall mainly along the mountains on the Sea of Japan side of eastern and western Japan from around the 27th to the 29th, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution regarding the impact of heavy snow on traffic. The second half of the article summarizes precautions to take when traveling by car during the New Year holidays, as well as precautions for snow and ice.
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Yokohama City Board of Education dismisses three teachers found guilty in trial for "obstructing public spectators"
2024-12-26 18:52:00
On the 26th, the Yokohama City Board of Education announced that it had dismissed three teachers last year after they were found guilty in a criminal trial for mobilizing a large number of staff members and preventing public spectators. The Board said it did not immediately make the disciplinary action public in order to prevent the identification of the students involved.
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Second debris removal from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Unit 2 to be carried out around next spring
2024-12-26 18:51:00
Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has announced that it plans to carry out the second test removal of nuclear fuel debris from the Unit 2 reactor at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant around spring of next year by reusing the equipment that was used for the first removal, which took place until last month, instead of the previously planned method of using a large robotic arm.
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Financial Services Agency issues business improvement order to AEON Bank for money laundering prevention deficiencies
2024-12-26 18:44:00
The Financial Services Agency has issued an order to AEON Bank to improve its business practices, including reviewing its risk management system, citing deficiencies in its anti-money laundering measures.
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Sagamihara: Death of sewerage worker calls for evacuation rules and safety measures
2024-12-26 18:43:00
Regarding the accident in Sagamihara City in September this year in which two workers were swept away by rainwater and killed while constructing sewer pipes, the city's expert committee pointed out that there may have been insufficient collection and analysis of meteorological information and that there were no clear standards for rapid evacuation.The committee compiled an interim report calling for the strict implementation of evacuation rules that prioritize human life, and for clients to check that safety measures are being implemented properly.
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Tokyo issues influenza epidemic alert for second consecutive week, more than double the previous week's
2024-12-26 18:35:00
Tokyo Metropolitan Government issued an epidemic alert on the 26th, citing a sharp increase in the number of influenza patients, with the latest number of patients per fixed point exceeding the standard. The number of patients has more than doubled from the previous week for two consecutive weeks, and the metropolitan government is calling for thorough infection control measures as more opportunities for people to gather during the New Year holidays increase.
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Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office special investigation unit drops indictment against 65 former Abe faction lawmakers
2024-12-26 18:32:00
On the 26th, the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors' Office Special Investigation Division decided not to indict 65 people, including former Abe faction members of parliament and the person in charge of accounting at the time, who had been criminally charged for suspected violations of the Political Funds Control Act in connection with a political fundraising party held by a Liberal Democratic Party faction.
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Death row inmate Chisako Kakei dies in serial cyanide murder case
2024-12-26 18:31:00
Chisako Kakei, a death row inmate who was being held in Osaka Detention House after her death sentence was finalized for allegedly forcing four men to drink cyanide compounds in Kyoto, Osaka, and Hyogo Prefectures, killing three of them, was taken to a hospital from Osaka Detention House where she was being held on the 26th, where she died.
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Administrative sanctions imposed on group home for people with disabilities "Megumi" - one-year suspension of new admissions
2024-12-26 17:59:00
Chiba Prefecture has taken administrative action to suspend the acceptance of new residents at 10 group homes in the prefecture for up to one year, following an issue where Megumi, a management company that operates group homes for people with disabilities, was overcharging food fees.
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Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office "demanded a confession from Mr. Hakamada as if he had decided he was the culprit"
2024-12-26 17:56:00
Following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamada in a retrial, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, which has been examining the procedures for requesting a retrial and the investigation at the time, announced the results on the 26th. Regarding the interrogation, it said, "It cannot be said that the police listened sincerely to his testimony, as they sought his confession as if they had decided that he was the culprit."
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The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare decides to require companies to take measures against "customer harassment"
2024-12-26 17:49:00
In order to protect workers from customer harassment, such as nuisance behavior by customers, known as "customer harassment," the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has decided to make it mandatory for companies to take measures.
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[Commentary] A series of "illegal part-time job" robberies - what you can do for just a few hundred yen
2024-12-26 17:42:00
There has been a spate of robberies across the country using "illegal part-time jobs" as the perpetrators. People are wondering how to prevent becoming a victim. In fact, the best thing to do is to "not become a target." To that end, there are things that local communities can do together. There are also measures that can be taken without incurring much expense. Commentator Ikeda Seiichi explains in detail. *Information current as of December 26th. (Video: 8 minutes 28 seconds)
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Was a Japanese national robbed and murdered in Sao Paulo, Brazil? Ministry of Foreign Affairs
2024-12-26 17:33:00
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, they received a report from local authorities that a Japanese national was robbed and murdered in Sao Paulo, the largest city in South America, on the 24th of this month. The authorities are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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METI Minister asks Chugoku Electric Power President to share experience and knowledge gained from restarting nuclear power plants with other companies
2024-12-26 17:33:00
Following the restart of Unit 2 of the Shimane Nuclear Power Plant in Shimane Prefecture, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Muto has asked Chugoku Electric Power Company President Kengo Nakagawa to share the company's experience and knowledge regarding restarts with other power companies in order to improve safety.
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JAL hit by cyber attack, system glitches fixed, ticket sales resumed
2024-12-26 17:24:00
Japan Airlines experienced a problem with its baggage handling system, which resulted in delays and cancellations of domestic and international flights. The system has been restored, but the company believes it was the victim of a cyber attack and is currently investigating the matter.
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The ratio of applicants to jobs for teachers will be 3.2 times higher in 2024, the lowest in three consecutive years, says the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
2024-12-26 17:05:00
The teacher shortage is unstoppable. According to a summary by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, the employment ratio for public school teachers hired this year was 3.2 times, the lowest in three consecutive years.
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JAL hit by cyber attack, system glitches fixed, ticket sales resumed
2024-12-26 17:04:00
Japan Airlines experienced a problem with its baggage handling system, which caused delays to domestic flights. The system has been restored, but the company believes it was a cyber attack and is currently investigating the matter.
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Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office "demanded a confession from Mr. Hakamada as if he had decided he was the culprit"
2024-12-26 16:54:00
Following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamada in a retrial, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, which has been examining the procedures for requesting a retrial and the investigation at the time, announced the results on the 26th. Regarding the interrogation, it said, "It cannot be said that the police listened sincerely to his testimony, as they sought his confession as if they had decided that he was the culprit."
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Death row inmate Chisako Kakei dies in serial cyanide murder case
2024-12-26 16:40:00
Chisako Kakei (78), a death row inmate who was sentenced to death in 2021 for forcing four men to drink cyanide compounds in Kyoto, Osaka, and Hyogo, killing three of them, and was being held at the Osaka Detention House, was transferred from the detention house to a hospital on the 26th and died, according to interviews with related parties. Details of the cause of death, etc., are unknown.
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Osaka District Public Prosecutor's Office sexual assault case: "Victims will be hurt for a long time" - Female prosecutor
2024-12-26 16:32:00
In a trial in which a former prosecutor-general of the Osaka District Public Prosecutors' Office is accused of sexually assaulting a female subordinate, a female prosecutor responded to an NHK interview and appealed, "I want the victim to understand that it will cause long-term pain to the victim." The former prosecutor-general plans to plead innocence at the trial, saying, "I thought there was consent."
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Fukuoka same-sex marriage lawsuit: Plaintiffs appeal, calling for "a ruling that respects the minority's viewpoint"
2024-12-26 16:18:00
The Fukuoka High Court's ruling was the first to rule that the lack of recognition of same-sex marriage violates Article 13 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to pursue happiness, but it also dismissed a lawsuit seeking compensation from the state. On the 26th, the plaintiffs appealed the ruling, saying, "We want the Supreme Court to quickly issue a ruling that takes the perspective of protecting the human rights of minorities."
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Nagoya District Court rules to revoke Labor Standards Inspection Office's decision not to pay "surviving family compensation"
2024-12-26 16:14:00
In a lawsuit filed by the family of a man who worked for a land improvement district in Aichi Prefecture and took time off work due to depression before committing suicide, the Nagoya District Court ruled to overturn the decision of the Labor Standards Inspection Office that had not recognized the man's death as an industrial accident, stating that "the psychological stress caused by the work was severe and the disciplinary action was illegal."
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Ishikawa Prefecture Wajima: All temporary housing flooded by heavy rains restored, evacuees move back in
2024-12-26 16:02:00
Of the temporary housing units set up in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, following the Noto Peninsula earthquake, over 500 units that were flooded in the heavy rains of September had been restored by the 26th, meaning that evacuees were able to move in again.
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Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office "demanded a confession from Mr. Hakamada as if he had decided he was the culprit"
2024-12-26 15:30:00
Following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamada in a retrial, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, which has been examining the procedures for requesting a retrial and the investigation at the time, announced the results on the 26th. Regarding the interrogation, it said, "It cannot be said that the police listened sincerely to his testimony, as they sought his confession as if they had decided that he was the culprit."
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[Breaking News] JAL hit by cyber attack, system glitches resolved
2024-12-26 15:14:00
Japan Airlines announced that the system malfunction that had been continuing since the morning of the 26th had been resolved by 2:20 pm. The company said that the malfunction was caused by a cyber attack, but that no customer data had been leaked or that no virus had been transmitted. In addition, sales of tickets for flights on the 26th had been suspended due to the system malfunction, but have now resumed.
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Osaka City decides to order Kobayashi Pharmaceutical to dispose of products due to red yeast rice problem
2024-12-26 15:12:00
Regarding the issue of people who have taken Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's red koji ingredients and complained of health problems, including kidney disease, the city of Osaka held a countermeasure headquarters meeting on the 26th and decided to instruct the company to dispose of the product.
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Supreme Prosecutor's Office: "They assumed Mr. Hakamada was the culprit and did not listen sincerely"
2024-12-26 15:01:00
Following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamada in a retrial, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, which has been reviewing the procedures for requesting a retrial and the investigation at the time, announced the results on the 26th. Regarding the interrogation, it said, "It cannot be said that the police listened sincerely to his testimony, as they sought his confession as if they had decided that he was the culprit."
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Emperor invites Prime Minister and Cabinet members to luncheon for first time in four years to thank them for their efforts
2024-12-26 14:23:00
As the year drew to a close, the traditional luncheon for the Prime Minister and Cabinet members was held at the Imperial Palace for the first time in four years, with the Emperor thanking them for their hard work to date.
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Prime Minister Ishiba: "Serious problems have arisen with generative AI. Countermeasure bill to be submitted to the Diet as soon as possible"
2024-12-26 14:20:00
The government's expert panel, which is discussing the risks of generative AI, has compiled a draft report stating that it is necessary to establish laws that would allow the government to investigate the causes and provide guidance in the event of a serious problem. In response to this, Prime Minister Ishiba expressed his intention to expedite the creation of the necessary bill and submit it to the Diet as soon as possible.
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More than 60% of people say hiring foreigners "solves or alleviates labor shortages" in Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare survey
2024-12-26 14:05:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare conducted its first survey of foreigners working in Japan and the businesses that employ them. Over 60% of respondents cited "resolving or easing labor shortages" as their reason for hiring foreigners, and the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare plans to use the results of this survey in its future policies.
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Supreme Prosecutor's Office: "They assumed Mr. Hakamada was the culprit and did not listen sincerely"
2024-12-26 13:45:00
Following the acquittal of Iwao Hakamada in a retrial, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office, which has been reviewing the procedures for requesting a retrial and the investigation at the time, announced the results on the 26th. Regarding the interrogation, it said, "It cannot be said that the police listened sincerely to his testimony, as they sought his confession as if they had decided that he was the culprit."
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[Breaking News] Cyber attack on JAL, some delays, ticket sales suspended
2024-12-26 13:40:00
Japan Airlines experienced a problem this morning with the system that handles passenger baggage, causing delays to some domestic and international flights. The company said that its network equipment that communicates with the outside world was the victim of a cyber attack, and that it is not clear at this time when the system will be restored.
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Diving boat stranded in Tokashiki Village, Okinawa, no reports of injuries
2024-12-26 13:39:00
According to the 11th Regional Coast Guard Headquarters, a diving boat carrying 24 people, including six crew members and 18 passengers, ran aground off the coast of Kuroshima Island in Tokashiki Village, Okinawa Prefecture, at around 11:00 a.m. on the 26th. The shipwrecked diving boat was "Lucky," and two of the 18 passengers were children. There have been no reports of injuries so far, and the Coast Guard has dispatched patrol boats and helicopters to carry out rescue operations.
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Noto disaster-related deaths: Most people's health deteriorated in the evacuation shelters where they first sought shelter
2024-12-26 13:37:00
NHK's analysis of 201 people in Ishikawa Prefecture who died as "disaster-related deaths" from the Noto Peninsula earthquake revealed that the place where people's health deteriorated most was the evacuation center where they first sought shelter. Even during the 1.5th and secondary evacuations, which were carried out to prevent "disaster-related deaths," many people fell ill, and in addition to the repeatedly pointed out need for improvements to the evacuation center environment, it is also important to create a system for providing detailed care during travel and at new evacuation destinations.
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Daihatsu executives plan to fight shareholder lawsuit against Toyota over certification fraud
2024-12-26 13:19:00
A derivative lawsuit has begun against Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.'s Chairman Akio Toyoda and other executives at the time, seeking a total of 5.5 billion yen in compensation from the company for the huge losses caused to parent company Toyota Motor Corporation by Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.'s fraudulent acquisition of government certification. The executives have indicated their intention to fight the lawsuit, requesting that it be dismissed.
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[Breaking News] Cyber attack on JAL, some delays, ticket sales suspended
2024-12-26 12:59:00
Japan Airlines experienced a problem this morning with the system that handles passenger baggage, causing delays to some domestic and international flights. The company said that its network equipment that communicates with the outside world was the victim of a cyber attack, and that it is not clear at this time when the system will be restored.
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Fire burns four houses in Ota Ward, Tokyo No injuries, cause of fire under investigation
2024-12-26 12:50:00
On the morning of the 26th, a fire broke out in four houses in Ota Ward, Tokyo. The safety of the three residents of the house where the fire started has been confirmed, and there are no injuries or people who were unable to escape. The Metropolitan Police Department and others are currently investigating the cause of the fire.
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Bear enters car repair shop in Akita
2024-12-26 12:29:00
A bear is believed to have entered an auto repair shop in Akita City since the morning of the 26th and is currently occupying the site, causing the police and others to be on alert.
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Year-end cleaning: "Beware of fires caused by lithium-ion batteries" Tokyo Metropolitan Government
2024-12-26 12:25:00
In an effort to prevent fires caused by discarded lithium-ion batteries, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is urging people to be vigilant during the end-of-year cleaning season.
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[Breaking News] Cyber attack on JAL, some delays, ticket sales suspended
2024-12-26 12:09:00
Japan Airlines experienced a problem this morning with the system that handles passenger baggage, causing delays to some domestic and international flights. The company says that its network equipment that communicates with the outside world was the victim of a cyber attack, and is rushing to restore the system.
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Tokyo's influenza patient numbers surge above warning threshold
2024-12-26 12:06:00
The number of influenza patients in Tokyo has increased sharply, and the latest number of patients per fixed point has exceeded the warning standard, according to interviews with relevant parties. The number of patients has more than doubled from the previous week for two consecutive weeks, and the metropolitan government has decided to call for thorough infection control measures as more opportunities for people to gather during the New Year holidays increase.
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[Breaking News] Cyber attack on JAL, some delays, ticket sales suspended
2024-12-26 11:09:00
Japan Airlines has had a problem with its baggage check-in system since this morning, causing delays to some flights and suspending the sale of tickets for today's flights. The company says its network equipment was the victim of a cyber attack, and is rushing to restore operations.
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Residential fire in Ota Ward, Tokyo spreads to five buildings as three people lose contact
2024-12-26 10:01:00
According to the Tokyo Fire Department, a fire broke out at a house in Omori-Nishi, Ota Ward, Tokyo, just after 9 a.m. on the 26th, and has spread to a total of five buildings. Firefighting efforts are still ongoing. They have not been able to contact the three residents of the house, and are currently working to confirm their safety. The incident occurred in a residential area about one kilometer south of JR Omori Station.
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Saitama: Water plant "Eucalyptus edulis" confirmed to breed in the wild, now an endangered species
2024-12-26 07:59:00
Regarding the aquatic plant called "Mujinamo," which rarely grows naturally in Japan, Saitama Prefecture has confirmed that it is breeding in natural conditions through years of conservation efforts in Hanyu City, and is planning to revise the Red Data Book listing of the plant, which currently lists it as "extinct in the wild," to "endangered species," according to an interview with the prefecture.
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Vietnamese technical intern arrested in Ibaraki for attempted murder of colleague
2024-12-26 07:00:00
On the night of the 25th, a Vietnamese technical intern trainee in his 30s was found stabbed with a knife in a house in Yuki City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and was later confirmed dead at the hospital. Police have arrested a Vietnamese colleague who lived with him on suspicion of attempted murder and are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Yokohama signs agreement with electrical equipment maintenance group to restore water supply in disasters
2024-12-26 05:45:00
In order to ensure the rapid restoration of water purification plants and other facilities that suffer damage to their electrical equipment in the event of a disaster, the Yokohama Water Bureau has signed an agreement with an organization that maintains electrical equipment.
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Ishikawa Prefecture: Most disaster-related deaths occur in evacuation shelters
2024-12-26 05:33:00
NHK's analysis of 201 people in Ishikawa Prefecture who died as "disaster-related deaths" from the Noto Peninsula earthquake revealed that the place where people's health deteriorated most was the evacuation center where they first sought shelter. Even during the 1.5th and secondary evacuations, which were carried out to prevent "disaster-related deaths," many people fell ill, and in addition to the repeatedly pointed out need for improvements to the evacuation center environment, it is also important to create a system for providing detailed care during travel and at new evacuation destinations.
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare: Insufficient management of official documents of former leprosy patients
2024-12-26 05:05:00
It has been discovered that more than 2,600 public documents containing personal information of former leprosy patients and their families are being stored in prefectures and other administrative offices across the country, and that in some cases the documents are not being properly managed. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has notified prefectures to ensure that these documents are managed appropriately.
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Hokuriku Shinkansen: Passenger gets off train onto tracks, temporarily suspending service
2024-12-26 00:08:00
On the night of the 25th, an unusual sound was heard on the Hokuriku Shinkansen train traveling in Toyama Prefecture, and when the train stopped between stations, a male passenger was seen getting off the train and onto the tracks. The man was later found, but the Hokuriku Shinkansen suspended operations on some sections for about two and a half hours.
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Following confirmation of Hakamada Iwao's innocence, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office will soon release the results of its investigation
2024-12-26 00:02:00
Following the retrial of Iwao Hakamada (88), in which the investigative authorities were found to have fabricated evidence and his innocence was upheld, the Supreme Public Prosecutors' Office plans to soon make public the details of the lengthy retrial proceedings and the results of its investigation into the case at the time.
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