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Citizens donate 25.4 billion yen to rebuild city hospital in Takarazuka, Hyogo

2025-02-03 21:26:00
The city of Takarazuka in Hyogo Prefecture has revealed that it has received approximately 25.4 billion yen in donations from citizens to help with the rebuilding of its municipal hospital.

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Coldest weather this season: Northern to Western Japan, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, be on alert for heavy snow

2025-02-03 21:16:00
Due to the influence of a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, so please be on guard against heavy snow, blizzards, and high waves. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your stockpiles and reviewing your plans within the 3rd.

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Earthquake and heavy rain damage: Four cities and towns in Oku-Noto region experience 8.4% population drop in one year

2025-02-03 20:29:00
The population of four cities and towns in the Oku-Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, which was hit by the Noto Peninsula earthquake and heavy rains last September, fell by 8.4% in the year up to January 1, according to a prefectural summary based on resident registrations in cities and towns.

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Earthquake and heavy rain damage: Four cities and towns in Oku-Noto region experience 8.4% population drop in one year

2025-02-03 20:17:00
The population of four cities and towns in the Oku-Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, which was hit by the Noto Peninsula earthquake and heavy rains last September, fell by 8.4% in the year up to January 1, according to a prefectural summary based on resident registrations in cities and towns.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse, second slope construction, work to reduce wastewater

2025-02-03 20:16:00
In the case of the large-scale road collapse accident that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where a man is missing, the prefecture stated that there is debris beyond the end of the current slope where heavy machinery cannot reach, and that it is not possible to remove it all, so on the 3rd, construction work began on the east side of the hole to allow for closer access. The article also provides details on the next steps toward the start of a full-scale search.

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Coldest weather this season: Northern to Western Japan, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, be on alert for heavy snow

2025-02-03 19:48:00
Due to the influence of a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, so please be on guard against heavy snow, blizzards, and high waves. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your stockpiles and reviewing your plans within the 3rd.

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Coldest weather this season: Northern to Western Japan, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side, be on alert for heavy snow

2025-02-03 18:59:00
Due to the influence of a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, so please be on guard against heavy snow, blizzards, and high waves. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your stockpiles and reviewing your plans within the 3rd.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse, second slope construction, work to reduce wastewater

2025-02-03 18:33:00
Regarding the massive road collapse accident that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, with a man's whereabouts unknown, the prefecture stated that there is debris beyond the end of the current ramp and that it is impossible to remove it all, so on the 3rd they started construction to build a second ramp on the east side of the hole, which will allow for closer access.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] "The strongest cold wave this season" Heavy snowfall expected from tomorrow

2025-02-03 18:30:00
Due to the influence of a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds will intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, and there is a risk of heavy snow even in flat areas such as Kyushu and Shikoku, which usually get little snow. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your fuel and other supplies and reviewing your plans within the 3rd. Weather forecaster Tanaka Mitu explains the outlook for future snow. This content was broadcast on the 3rd at 5pm. *The video is 2 minutes 40 seconds long and cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.

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Application for transplantation of retinal cells made from iPS cells as "advanced medical treatment"

2025-02-03 18:28:00
A group of hospitals in Kobe City, which is developing a treatment to transplant retinal cells made from iPS cells into patients with serious eye diseases, has revealed that they have applied for "advanced medical care" to have part of the medical expenses covered by public insurance. If approved, it will be the first case of a treatment using iPS cells.

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Japan Meteorological Agency and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "Emergency Announcement" [Warning-level heavy snowfall: when and where]

2025-02-03 18:21:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism held a joint press conference at 2:00 pm to explain the future outlook and points to be aware of.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse, second slope construction, work to reduce wastewater

2025-02-03 18:17:00
Regarding the massive road collapse accident that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, with a man's whereabouts unknown, the prefecture stated that there is debris beyond the end of the current ramp and that it is impossible to remove it all, so on the 3rd they started construction to build a second ramp on the east side of the hole, which will allow for closer access.

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The coldest air of the season: Heavy snowfall expected from tomorrow in northern and western Japan, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan coast

2025-02-03 18:16:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds will intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, and there is a risk of heavy snow even in flat areas such as Kyushu and Shikoku, which usually get little snow. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your fuel and other supplies and reconsidering your plans within the 3rd.

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Earthquake and heavy rain damage: Four cities and towns in Oku-Noto region experience 8.4% population drop in one year

2025-02-03 18:13:00
The population of four cities and towns in the Oku-Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture, which was hit by the Noto Peninsula earthquake and heavy rains last September, fell by 8.4% in the year up to January 1, according to a prefectural summary based on resident registrations in cities and towns.

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Nagano Shinanomachi: Boy falls on moving walkway at ski resort, temporarily unconscious

2025-02-03 17:48:00
On the morning of the 3rd, at a ski resort in Shinanomachi, Nagano Prefecture, a 10-year-old American boy fell on a moving walkway installed on the slope to help climb up a slope, and the hood of his jacket got caught in it, leaving him temporarily unconscious.

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Man dies after snow falls from garage roof while shoveling in Tokamachi, Niigata

2025-02-03 17:45:00
On the morning of the 3rd, a man in his 60s was found buried in snow near his garage in Tokamachi City, Niigata Prefecture, and was confirmed dead. Since a snow shovel was found nearby, the police believe that snow from the garage roof may have fallen while the man was shoveling snow, and are currently investigating the matter further.

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Japan Meteorological Agency and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "Emergency Announcement" Heavy Snow Warning Level Areas and Periods

2025-02-03 17:18:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism held a joint press conference at 2:00 pm to explain the future outlook and points to be aware of.

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Tokyo's Meguro Ward facility redevelopment plan to be significantly revised due to rising construction costs

2025-02-03 17:07:00
Meguro Ward, Tokyo, has revealed that a plan to redevelop the aging community center and other facilities at a cost of approximately 40 billion yen is expected to cost nearly 10 billion yen more than originally estimated due to rising construction costs. The ward plans to significantly revise the plan, and says that completion will be delayed by at least two years.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse: ramp expansion work underway Work to reduce wastewater also underway

2025-02-03 17:02:00
Following the massive road collapse that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, with a man's whereabouts unknown, water continues to flow into the hole, so the Saitama Prefecture government is proceeding with construction to expand the slope of the road so that heavy machinery can work from areas not affected by the water, and is rushing to remove soil and other debris so that fire departments can move on to a full-scale search.

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Former employee arrested for illegally taking out contract information of actors and talents

2025-02-03 16:57:00
A 36-year-old former employee of a talent casting company where he worked was arrested on suspicion of violating the Unfair Competition Prevention Act for illegally taking trade secrets such as contract information for actors and talents. The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the case, believing that the purpose was to take the data to another company where he was planning to transfer.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse: ramp expansion work underway Work to reduce wastewater also underway

2025-02-03 16:17:00
Following the massive road collapse that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, with a man's whereabouts unknown, water continues to flow into the hole, so the Saitama Prefecture government is proceeding with construction to expand the slope of the road so that heavy machinery can work from areas not affected by the water, and is rushing to remove soil and other debris so that fire departments can move on to a full-scale search.

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The coldest air of the season: Heavy snowfall expected from tomorrow in northern and western Japan, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan coast

2025-02-03 16:02:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds will intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, and there is a risk of heavy snow even in flat areas such as Kyushu and Shikoku, which usually get little snow. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your fuel and other supplies and reconsidering your plans within the 3rd.

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On-site briefing on plans to redevelop the small music hall and fountain area at Hibiya Park in Tokyo

2025-02-03 15:43:00
At Hibiya Park in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward, which is currently undergoing redevelopment, an on-site briefing was held regarding plans to redevelop the area that is home to the Small Music Hall and fountain. While visitors expressed their expectations, some also said they hoped the historic park would not be changed.

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Japan Meteorological Agency and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "urgent announcement" Strong winter pressure pattern likely to continue for several days

2025-02-03 15:12:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism held a joint press conference at 2:00 pm to explain the future outlook and points to be aware of.

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Dismembered body found in mountains in Higashi Osaka - 28-year-old suspect arrested on suspicion of abandoning body

2025-02-03 14:57:00
In the case where a dismembered male body was found in the mountains of Higashiosaka City, Osaka last month, the police arrested a 28-year-old suspect living in Osaka City on suspicion of abandoning a corpse. The police are continuing to confirm the man's identity and are investigating the details of the incident.

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80th anniversary of Manila street battle at the end of the Pacific War: Memorial ceremony for about 100,000 victims

2025-02-03 14:27:00
February 3rd marked 80 years since urban warfare between the Imperial Japanese Army and the U.S. Army began in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, at the end of the Pacific War, and a ceremony was held in the city to commemorate the approximately 100,000 victims.

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Wakayama poison curry case: Death row inmate files special appeal to Supreme Court

2025-02-03 14:23:00
It has been revealed that death row inmate Masumi Hayashi, whose death sentence was finalized for murder and other crimes in the "poison curry incident" in Wakayama City 27 years ago in which four people died, has filed a special appeal to the Supreme Court, dissatisfied with the decision of the Osaka High Court not to grant her a retrial.

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[Live broadcast] Heavy snow warning: Japan Meteorological Agency and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "Emergency Announcement"

2025-02-03 14:12:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will hold a joint press conference at 2:00 pm to explain the future outlook and precautions. The press conference is being reported live.

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[Live broadcast scheduled for 14:00~] Heavy snow warning: Japan Meteorological Agency and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism "Emergency Announcement"

2025-02-03 13:00:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will hold a joint press conference at 2:00 pm to explain the future outlook and points to be aware of. The press conference will be broadcast live.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Strongest cold wave this season, heavy snowfall expected from tomorrow

2025-02-03 12:22:00
Due to the influence of a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds will intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, and there is a risk of heavy snow even in flat areas such as Kyushu and Shikoku, which usually get little snow. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your fuel and other supplies and reviewing your plans within the 3rd. Meteorologist Sato Kimitoshi explains the outlook for future snow. This content was broadcast before noon on the 3rd. *The video is 2 minutes and 8 seconds long and cannot be viewed through data broadcasting.

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Fuji TV management overhaul: committee of outside directors to start exchanging opinions this week

2025-02-03 12:18:00
The committee, which consists of seven outside directors and was established by Fuji Television's parent company with the aim of revamping management, will begin exchanging opinions among itself this week and will then proceed to interview shareholders, directors, and others with a view to reviewing the management structure.

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Two YouTubers found guilty of instigating "private arrest" videos

2025-02-03 12:07:00
The Tokyo District Court handed down suspended sentences to two YouTubers who had pleaded not guilty to charges of posting false information on an internet bulletin board and encouraging people to bring stimulants for the purpose of filming a video of a so-called "private arrest."

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Dismembered body found in mountains in Higashi Osaka - 28-year-old suspect arrested on suspicion of abandoning body

2025-02-03 12:06:00
In connection with the case in which a man's dismembered body was found in the mountains of Higashiosaka City, Osaka last month, police have arrested a 28-year-old man living in Osaka City on suspicion of abandoning a body, according to interviews with investigators.

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Former president of Tokyo Women's Medical University re-arrested for allegedly receiving illegal payments for other construction work

2025-02-03 12:05:00
On the 3rd, the Metropolitan Police Department rearrested the former chairman of Tokyo Women's Medical University, who was arrested in a case of embezzlement over the construction of facilities, on suspicion of paying illegal fees to an architect for another construction project, causing damages of approximately 170 million yen to the university. It is believed that he funneled approximately 50 million yen to himself.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse: ramp expansion work underway Work to reduce wastewater also underway

2025-02-03 11:56:00
Following the massive road collapse that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, with a man's whereabouts unknown, water continues to flow into the hole, so the Saitama Prefecture government is proceeding with construction to expand the slope of the road so that heavy machinery can work from areas not affected by the water, and is rushing to remove soil and other debris so that fire departments can move on to a full-scale search.

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The coldest air of the season: Heavy snowfall expected from tomorrow in northern and western Japan, mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan coast

2025-02-03 11:55:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds will intensify from the 4th, mainly from northern Japan to the Sea of ​​Japan side of western Japan, and there is a risk of heavy snow even in flat areas such as Kyushu and Shikoku, which usually get little snow. The influx of cold air is expected to continue for about a week, so please prepare by checking your fuel and other stockpiles and reviewing your plans within the 3rd.

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New arrest of No. 2 executive of sex industry scout group

2025-02-03 11:38:00
In connection with a case in which a scout group is alleged to have received 7 billion yen in compensation for introducing women it had recruited on social media to sex establishments across the country, the Metropolitan Police Department has arrested a new executive who was the number two in the group. The executive was also the representative of the company in charge of the group's accounting, and the Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the flow of funds, etc.

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Road collapse in Yashio, Saitama - Wastewater backflow from sewer pipes? Measures to lower water levels strengthened

2025-02-03 10:58:00
In connection with the massive road collapse accident that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where a man's whereabouts are unknown, the prefecture believes that the water in the hole, which is hindering a full-scale search, is due to sewage backing up from the sewer pipes, causing the water level to rise and gushing out, and is stepping up efforts to pump sewage from manholes to lower the water level in the pipes.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Risk of heavy snowfall of warning level from tomorrow. What is the outlook?

2025-02-03 10:33:00
Due to a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly in the Sea of ​​Japan side of northern and western Japan, with the risk of heavy snow and blizzards that could warrant warnings. Please take steps to prepare in advance, such as checking your fuel and other supplies and reviewing your plans, over the course of the 3rd. Meteorologist Hiyama Yasuhiro explains the outlook for future snow. This was broadcast on "Good Morning Japan" on the 3rd. *The video is 2 minutes and 13 seconds long and cannot be viewed via data broadcasting.

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Reports of phishing emails reached a record high of over 1.7 million last year

2025-02-03 07:35:00
The number of reported "phishing" emails, which lure people to fake sites to steal their personal information, reached a record high of over 1.7 million in the past year.

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Coldest weather this season in northern and western Japan, with warning-level snow expected from tomorrow mainly on the Sea of ​​Japan side

2025-02-03 06:38:00
Due to the influence of a strong winter pressure pattern and the strongest cold front of the season, snow and winds are expected to intensify from the 4th, mainly in the Sea of ​​Japan side of northern and western Japan, and there is a risk of heavy snow and blizzards that warrant warnings. Please make preparations in advance by checking your fuel and other supplies and reviewing your plans within the 3rd.

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Road collapse in Yashio, Saitama - Wastewater backflow from sewer pipes? Measures to lower water levels strengthened

2025-02-03 06:11:00
In connection with the massive road collapse accident that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where a man's whereabouts are unknown, the prefecture believes that the water in the hole, which is hindering a full-scale search, is due to sewage backing up from the sewer pipes, causing the water level to rise and gushing out, and is stepping up efforts to pump sewage from manholes to lower the water level in the pipes.

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Earthquake Early Warning announcements may be delayed on the 3rd and 4th due to maintenance and inspection of observation network

2025-02-03 05:43:00
Due to maintenance inspections being carried out on the earthquake and tsunami observation network on the seabed along the Nankai Trough, if an earthquake occurs off the coast from Wakayama Prefecture to Kochi Prefecture on the 3rd or 4th, the issuance of the "Emergency Earthquake Warning" may be delayed by up to 13 seconds.

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