Social News(2024/12/28)
Heavy snowfall expected mainly on the Sea of Japan coast through the 29th [Live broadcast included]
2024-12-28 23:09:00
Due to the influence of a winter pressure pattern and strong cold fronts, heavy snow is expected to fall mainly on the Sea of Japan side of western and northern Japan through the 29th. As this coincides with the end-of-year return home season, please be aware of the impact on traffic and make sure to use winter tires when driving on snowy roads. *The situation in each area is being broadcast live in the second half of this article.
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Explosion at factory in Kadoma, Osaka leaves three in critical condition
2024-12-28 20:58:00
On the afternoon of the 28th, an explosion occurred at a factory in Kadoma City, Osaka, and three people were injured and taken to the hospital. According to the fire department, all of them are in serious condition, and the police and fire department are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Supreme Prosecutor's Office notifies other prosecutors' offices to "conduct proper investigations without clinging to confessions"
2024-12-28 20:49:00
In response to a series of improper interrogations in cases investigated by the special investigation units of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office and the Osaka District Public Prosecutors Office, the Supreme Public Prosecutors Office has issued a notice to local public prosecutors' offices, calling on them to not insist on confessions, to thoroughly conduct proper interrogations, and to audio and video record voluntary interviews depending on the case, according to interviews with relevant parties.
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Free food distribution and life consultation for the poor in Tokyo park
2024-12-28 20:12:00
Towards the end of the year, free food distribution and life consultation services are being held in parks across Tokyo to support people struggling to make ends meet.
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Heavy snow expected in western and northern Japan, mainly on the Sea of Japan side, through the 29th [Live broadcast also available]
2024-12-28 19:12:00
Due to the influence of a winter pressure pattern and strong cold fronts, heavy snow is expected to fall mainly on the Sea of Japan side of western and northern Japan through the 29th. As this coincides with the end-of-year return home season, please be aware of the impact on traffic and make sure to use winter tires when driving on snowy roads. *The situation in each area is being broadcast live in the second half of this article.
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Explosion at factory in Kadoma, Osaka: "Explosion heard" - 3 people seriously injured
2024-12-28 19:00:00
An explosion occurred at a factory in Kadoma, Osaka, and three people were injured and taken to the hospital. Police and firefighters are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Bloody knife found in suspect's car in murder of junior high school student in Kitakyushu
2024-12-28 18:59:00
In the case where two junior high school students were killed at a fast food restaurant in Kitakyushu City, it was revealed by an investigator that the knife believed to have been used in the crime was about 10 cm long and was seized from the suspect's car in a bloody state. More than a week has passed since his arrest, and the police are working to uncover the motive as they continue to gather physical evidence and gradually reveal it.
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Man dies after falling from roof while removing snow in Minamiuonuma, Niigata
2024-12-28 18:41:00
In Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture, where there is heavy snowfall, a man in his 80s who was removing snow from the roof of a house accidentally fell and died.
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Supreme Prosecutor's Office notifies local prosecutors to "conduct proper interrogations without clinging to confessions"
2024-12-28 18:39:00
In response to a series of improper interrogations in cases investigated by the special investigation units of the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office and the Osaka District Public Prosecutors Office, the Supreme Public Prosecutors Office has issued a notice to local public prosecutors' offices, calling on them to not insist on confessions, to thoroughly conduct proper interrogations, and to audio and video record voluntary interviews depending on the case, according to interviews with relevant parties.
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Noto Peninsula earthquake and heavy rains: Safety measures for restoration work being reviewed one after another, raising concerns
2024-12-28 18:14:00
It has been almost a year since the Noto Peninsula earthquake that occurred on New Year's Day this year. In September, there was also damage caused by heavy rains. During the heavy rains, a large amount of soil and sand flowed into a tunnel in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture, where restoration work for the Noto Peninsula earthquake was being carried out, killing one worker. In response to this, there have been a number of moves to review safety measures for construction work in the affected areas, but there are concerns about increased costs, such as labor costs.
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Elder abuse hits record high of over 18,000 cases, more than 90% committed by family members or relatives
2024-12-28 18:11:00
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare found that the number of cases of elderly people being abused by family members, caregivers and others last year (2023) reached a record high of over 18,000 cases, and that over 90% of these were committed by family members or relatives.
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Sanyo Shinkansen trains delayed for up to an hour due to fire along the tracks
2024-12-28 17:49:00
Due to a fire that broke out along the tracks in Okayama Prefecture, the Sanyo Shinkansen was temporarily suspended on both lines between Shin-Osaka Station and Hiroshima Station. Although services have resumed, delays are still occurring.
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The homecoming rush has begun, but what is the outlook for Shinkansen, airplanes, and expressways?
2024-12-28 17:49:00
The rush to return home to spend the New Year holidays in their hometowns or tourist spots has begun, and public transport and highways are congested from the morning.
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Explosion at factory in Kadoma, Osaka, 3 injured
2024-12-28 17:48:00
An explosion occurred at a factory in Kadoma, Osaka, and three people were injured and taken to the hospital. Police and firefighters are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Yamaguchi, Shimonoseki: Year-end and New Year's holiday puffer fish delivery sets shipping peak
2024-12-28 17:36:00
In Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, shipping of puffer fish delivery sets for the year-end and New Year holidays is reaching its peak.
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Okinawa: Government begins work to improve soft ground in Henoko for Futenma base relocation
2024-12-28 17:12:00
On the 28th, the government began work to improve the soft ground in Henoko, Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture, which is the new location for the U.S. military's Futenma Air Base.
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Explosion at factory in Kadoma, Osaka, 3 injured
2024-12-28 17:06:00
According to the fire department, an explosion occurred at a factory in Kadoma, Osaka, around 4 p.m. on the 28th, injuring three people and taking them to the hospital. Police and fire departments are currently investigating the details of the incident.
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Sanyo Shinkansen resumes operation on both lines between Higashi-Hiroshima and Shin-Iwakuni
2024-12-28 15:23:00
According to the JR West website, services on the Sanyo Shinkansen were suspended on both lines between Higashi-Hiroshima Station in Hiroshima Prefecture and Shin-Iwakuni Station in Yamaguchi Prefecture for work to remove flying debris that had adhered to the carriages, but resumed at 3:32 p.m.
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The homecoming rush has begun, but what is the outlook for Shinkansen, airplanes, and expressways?
2024-12-28 12:35:00
The rush to return home to spend the New Year holidays in their hometowns or tourist spots has begun, and public transport and highways are congested from the morning.
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Heavy snowfall expected in mountainous areas along the Sea of Japan coast through the 29th [Live broadcast also available]
2024-12-28 12:16:00
Due to the influence of winter atmospheric pressure patterns and strong cold air, snow is falling over a wide area of the country. Heavy snow is expected to fall mainly along the mountains on the Sea of Japan side through the 29th, coinciding with the end-of-year return home season, so please be aware of the impact on traffic and make sure to use winter tires when driving on snowy roads. *The second half of this article will feature live coverage of the situation in each area.
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The homecoming rush has begun, but what is the outlook for Shinkansen, airplanes, and expressways?
2024-12-28 12:03:00
The rush to return home to spend the New Year holidays in their hometowns or tourist spots has begun, and public transport and highways are congested from the morning.
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"Spending New Year's abroad" - departure rush reaches peak at Narita and Kansai airports
2024-12-28 11:57:00
At Narita Airport, the rush to leave the country for the New Year holidays is reaching its peak.
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Sanyo Shinkansen trains delayed for up to an hour due to fire along the tracks
2024-12-28 11:40:00
Due to a fire that broke out along the tracks in Okayama Prefecture, the Sanyo Shinkansen was temporarily suspended on both lines between Shin-Osaka Station and Hiroshima Station. Although services have resumed, delays are still occurring.
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The homecoming rush has begun, but what is the outlook for Shinkansen, airplanes, and expressways?
2024-12-28 10:56:00
The rush to return home to spend the New Year holidays in their hometowns or tourist spots has begun, and public transport and highways are congested from the morning.
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"Spending New Year's abroad" departure rush peaks at Narita Airport
2024-12-28 10:54:00
At Narita Airport, the rush to leave the country for the New Year holidays is reaching its peak.
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Sanyo Shinkansen resumes service but trains are delayed due to fire along tracks
2024-12-28 10:44:00
Due to a fire that broke out along the tracks in Okayama Prefecture, the Sanyo Shinkansen was temporarily suspended on both lines between Shin-Osaka Station and Hiroshima Station. Although services have resumed, delays are still occurring.
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Sanyo Shinkansen resumes service but trains are delayed due to fire along tracks
2024-12-28 10:01:00
The Sanyo Shinkansen temporarily suspended operations on both lines between Shin-Osaka Station and Hiroshima Station due to a fire that broke out along the tracks in Okayama Prefecture on the morning of the 28th. Although operations have resumed, delays are still occurring.
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Sanyo Shinkansen resumes service at 8:06 a.m. Service temporarily suspended due to fire along tracks
2024-12-28 08:25:00
Due to a fire that broke out along the tracks between Aioi Station and Okayama Station in Hyogo Prefecture at around 6:40 a.m., the Sanyo Shinkansen was suspended on both lines between Shin-Osaka Station and Hiroshima Station, but services resumed just after 8 a.m.
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Sanyo Shinkansen resumes operation
2024-12-28 08:16:00
According to the JR West website, services on the Sanyo Shinkansen were suspended between Shin-Osaka and Hiroshima stations due to a fire along the tracks, but resumed at 8:06 a.m.
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Heavy snow expected tomorrow on the Sea of Japan side of western and northern Japan [Live broadcast also available]
2024-12-28 06:22:00
Due to the influence of winter atmospheric pressure patterns and strong cold air, snow is getting heavier, especially in Hokuriku and Tohoku. Heavy snow is expected to fall mainly along the mountains on the Sea of Japan side through the 29th, coinciding with the end-of-year return home season, so please be aware of the impact on traffic and make sure to use winter tires when driving on snowy roads. *The situation in each area is being broadcast live in the second half of this article.
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[Earthquake Alert] Earthquake magnitude 4 hits Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures, no risk of tsunami
2024-12-28 06:14:00
At around 4:10 a.m. on the 28th, an earthquake measuring magnitude 4 was observed in Miyagi and Fukushima prefectures. There is no need to worry about a tsunami caused by this earthquake.
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"Superman impersonation" trend on social media leads to serious injuries among children
2024-12-28 06:09:00
There have been a series of cases of children suffering serious injuries, such as broken bones, while playing Superman, a globally popular game on social media. Experts are calling for caution, saying that "because it is an extension of play, it is difficult to recognize the dangers."
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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare to publicize and inform about switch to My Number health insurance card due to lack of understanding
2024-12-28 05:21:00
The current health insurance card will be abolished in December of next year. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare believes that there is still not enough understanding about the switch to the "My Number Health Insurance Card," which combines the My Number card and the health insurance card, and plans to promote public relations and awareness over the next year.
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Miyoshi Soga, abducted by North Korea, turns 93 today
2024-12-28 05:19:00
Miyoshi Soga, who was abducted by North Korea from Sado City, Niigata Prefecture 46 years ago, celebrates her 93rd birthday on the 28th. Her daughter Hitomi Soga, who was abducted along with her and later returned to Japan, spoke to NHK in an interview, saying that there is not much time left to be reunited with her mother, and appealed for the immediate return of all abduction victims.
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Woman dies in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo; 77-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder
2024-12-28 01:13:00
On the 27th, an elderly woman was found collapsed in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, and later died. The Metropolitan Police Department arrested a 77-year-old suspect on suspicion of intentionally running her over with his car and killing her. The deceased is believed to be the suspect's wife, and during questioning he reportedly said, "I got into a lovers' quarrel with my wife, and I ran her over with my car."
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Homecoming rush: Congestion expected from the morning [Live footage from the expressway]
2024-12-28 00:39:00
The rush to return home to spend the New Year holidays in their hometowns or tourist spots will begin on the 28th, and public transport and expressways are expected to be congested from the morning.
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