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[5th] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 23:47:00
The strongest cold front of the season is flowing in, and snow and winds are getting stronger, especially on the Japan Sea coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk that the "JPCZ" that creates a belt of snow clouds will cause a sudden increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, impacts on traffic due to snowdrifts, and high waves.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 22:41:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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[February 5th Meteorological Forecaster Commentary] The coldest weather this season, risk of sudden snowfall

2025-02-05 22:02:00
The coldest front of the season is bringing intensifying snow and winds, especially along the Sea of ​​Japan coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk that the JPCZ, which creates bands of snow clouds, will cause a sudden increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, snowdrifts that could affect traffic, and high waves. Meteorologist Kimiji Saida gives an explanation of the outlook for future snow. This was broadcast around 9pm on the 5th. *The video is 2 minutes long and cannot be viewed via data broadcasting.

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Yoshimoto Kogyo talent questioned on suspicion of online casino gambling

2025-02-05 21:46:00
It has been learned from investigators that a talent belonging to Yoshimoto Kogyo has been subjected to voluntary questioning by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of gambling at an online casino.

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Princess Kiko, wife of Prince Akishino, attends national conference calling for tuberculosis prevention in Morioka

2025-02-05 21:31:00
Princess Kiko, wife of Prince Akishino, attended a national conference calling for the prevention of tuberculosis held in Morioka City on the 5th.

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Bottle containing small amount of unauthorized radioactive material found at Ibaraki prefectural high school

2025-02-05 21:26:00
In December 2024, Ibaraki Prefecture revealed that a small amount of radioactive material, the storage of which requires permission from the Nuclear Regulation Authority, was being stored without permission at a prefectural high school in Toride City. The prefecture claims that the radiation levels are low and that there is no impact on students or faculty.

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Suspect re-arrested on suspicion of murder of wife in Chiba Kashiwa couple murder case

2025-02-05 21:12:00
In connection with the murder of a married couple in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture last December, police have rearrested a 78-year-old suspect who was arrested for setting fire to a nearby house shortly thereafter on suspicion of murdering the wife of the couple.

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Nuclear Regulation Authority presents final report on "indoor evacuation" in the event of a nuclear accident, but is met with criticism

2025-02-05 21:07:00
Regarding the nature of "indoor evacuation," in which people would stay at home or elsewhere to limit radiation exposure in the event of a nuclear power plant accident, the Nuclear Regulation Authority has presented a draft final report summarizing discussions by its review team. However, after receiving a series of comments from experts saying it should be made clear that the most important thing is to take actions to protect lives, the Agency has decided to present a revised draft.

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Saitama Yashio road collapses, obstruction in sewer pipe, truck driver's seat?

2025-02-05 20:44:00
Following the large-scale road collapse in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, the prefecture has revealed that an investigation into a sewer pipe downstream from the site has revealed what appears to be the driver's seat of a fallen truck. The man who was in the pipe has not been identified, and the prefecture has decided to continue the search. The second half of the article provides more details on the impact on the expanding area, including a call for water conservation in the surrounding area. It also introduces the telephone consultation hotline set up by Saitama Prefecture.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 20:44:00
The strongest cold front of the season is blowing in, causing snow and strong winds, especially on the Japan Sea coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk of a sudden increase in snowfall due to the "JPCZ" that creates a belt of snow clouds. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, impacts on traffic due to snowdrifts, and high waves.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 20:31:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Gifu Toki City apologizes for not dispatching ambulance to homeless person despite emergency call

2025-02-05 20:03:00
Last month, in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, a person who noticed something strange about a man living on the streets called 119, but no ambulance was dispatched, and the man was confirmed dead the next morning. The city has apologized for the fact that the fire department staff who received the call did not give the order to dispatch an ambulance, and is currently investigating whether there were any problems with the response.

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First foreigner to become a tour bus driver under "specified skills" program in Japan

2025-02-05 19:54:00
The automobile transportation industry has been newly added to the "Specified Skills" visa status for foreign workers, and an Indonesian man who passed the first test will be driving a tourist bus for a group company in Okayama City. He is said to be the first foreigner in the country to become a bus driver with "Specified Skills".

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Yoshimoto Kogyo talent questioned on suspicion of online casino gambling

2025-02-05 19:47:00
It has been learned from investigators that a talent belonging to Yoshimoto Kogyo has been subjected to voluntary questioning by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of gambling at an online casino.

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Salary increase... Real wages are negative; calls for "wage increase"

2025-02-05 19:39:00
"Do you feel like you've had a wage increase?" The total amount of cash wages per worker last year increased at the highest rate in 33 years, but it did not keep up with the rise in prices, and real wages decreased by 0.2% compared to the year before, marking the third consecutive year of decline. In this situation, part-time and casual workers have joined together to start the "Non-regular Spring Offensive" to appeal for wage increases.

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Dismembered body found in mountains in Higashiosaka, Osaka Part of body found in Osaka city

2025-02-05 19:38:00
In the case where a man's dismembered body was found in the mountains of Higashiosaka City, Osaka, it has been discovered that parts of the body were also found on the grounds of an apartment building in Chuo Ward, Osaka, about 14 kilometers from the scene. Police are investigating the connection between the man and the 28-year-old suspect arrested on suspicion of abandoning the body, as well as the circumstances surrounding the man's death.

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Saitama Yashio road collapses, obstruction in sewer pipe, truck driver's seat?

2025-02-05 19:26:00
Saitama Prefecture has revealed that after investigating inside a sewer pipe downstream of the large-scale road collapse in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, they found what appears to be the driver's seat of a fallen truck. The prefecture is considering ways to get it out of the pipe. The second half of the article also introduces the telephone consultation service set up by Saitama Prefecture.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 19:24:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Osaka High Court rules that children with disabilities are entitled to the same benefits as able-bodied children

2025-02-05 19:15:00
In a lawsuit over how to calculate the future income of a hearing-impaired girl who died in a traffic accident, the driver's side did not appeal the Osaka High Court's ruling that the future income should not be reduced due to her disability, and should be calculated according to the same standards as for able-bodied people, and the judicial decision has been finalized.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 19:05:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 19:01:00
The strongest cold front of the season is blowing in, causing snow and strong winds, especially on the Japan Sea coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk of a sudden increase in snowfall due to the "JPCZ" that creates a belt of snow clouds. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, impacts on traffic due to snowdrifts, and high waves.

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Former Prime Minister Kishida's attack trial: Expert proves lethal explosives during reenactment experiment

2025-02-05 18:57:00
In the trial of a 25-year-old defendant accused of attempted murder and other crimes for throwing an explosive device near former Prime Minister Kishida, who was visiting Wakayama City to support his election two years ago, a witness was questioned about the power of the explosive device to determine whether the defendant had the intent to kill. An expert who performed a reenactment experiment testified that the explosive device had the power to kill.

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Freezing temperatures expected in many areas tomorrow morning. What are some tips for getting a good night's sleep and waking up?

2025-02-05 18:46:00
Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing in many areas on the morning of the 6th. We asked experts for tips on how to sleep comfortably and wake up refreshed in the morning during this cold season.

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Saitama Yashio road collapses, obstruction in sewer pipe, truck driver's seat?

2025-02-05 18:39:00
Saitama Prefecture has revealed that after investigating inside a sewer pipe downstream of the large-scale road collapse in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, they found what appears to be the driver's seat of a fallen truck. The prefecture is considering ways to get it out of the pipe. The second half of the article also introduces the telephone consultation service set up by Saitama Prefecture.

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[February 5th Meteorological Forecaster Commentary] The coldest weather this season, risk of sudden snowfall

2025-02-05 18:22:00
The coldest front of the season is bringing heavy snow and strong winds, especially to the Japan Sea coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk that the JPCZ, which creates bands of snow clouds, will cause a sudden increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, snowdrifts that could affect traffic, and high waves. Weather forecaster Tanaka Mitu gives an explanation of the outlook for future snow. This was broadcast at 5pm on the 5th. *The video is 1 minute 44 seconds long and cannot be viewed through data broadcasting.

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Fuji Media Holdings' full-year earnings report for fiscal year ending March 2020: net profit forecast to fall 73% year-on-year

2025-02-05 18:21:00
Fuji Media Holdings, the parent company of Fuji Television, has announced that it expects its net profit for the full fiscal year ending in March to fall 73% from the previous fiscal year to 9.8 billion yen due to the suspension of commercial broadcasts.

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Salary increase... Real wages are negative; calls for "wage increase"

2025-02-05 18:05:00
"Do you feel like you've had a wage increase?" The total amount of cash wages per worker last year increased at the highest rate in 33 years, but it did not keep up with the rise in prices, and real wages decreased by 0.2% compared to the year before, marking the third consecutive year of decline. In this situation, part-time and casual workers have joined together to start the "Non-regular Spring Offensive" to appeal for wage increases.

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Tokyo's Shinagawa ward to significantly expand support measures for families with children, including making school uniforms free

2025-02-05 18:03:00
Tokyo's Shinagawa ward has announced plans to significantly expand support measures for families with children, including making uniforms and school trips free for public junior high schools and establishing a grant-type scholarship system for university students.

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Two US military F35 fighter jets make emergency landing at Matsuyama Airport, no injuries

2025-02-05 17:57:00
Shortly after noon on the 5th, two US stealth fighter jets made an emergency landing at Matsuyama Airport in Ehime Prefecture, parked there for about four hours to refuel, and then took off. No one was injured, and the airport is currently operating normally.

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Fuji TV Vice Chairman and Japan Commercial Broadcasters Association Chairman Endo announces intention to step down from his position as chairman

2025-02-05 17:37:00
Following a series of issues surrounding Nakai Masahiro's troubles with women, Fuji Television Vice Chairman and Japan Commercial Broadcasters Association Chairman Endo Ryunosuke has announced his intention to step down from his position as chairman.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 17:34:00
The coldest weather of the season is bringing strong snow and winds, especially to the Sea of ​​Japan coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk of a sudden increase in snowfall due to the "JPCZ" that creates bands of snow clouds. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, impacts on traffic due to snowdrifts, and high waves.

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Akita City Council dissolved after vote of no confidence over Kazuno Mayor's "power harassment"

2025-02-05 17:34:00
Mayor Seki Atsushi of Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture, whose verbal and physical actions toward city employees were found to constitute power harassment, dissolved the city council on the 5th after the city council passed a vote of no confidence in him.

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Saitama Yashio road collapses, obstruction in sewer pipe, truck driver's seat?

2025-02-05 17:32:00
An investigation on the 5th into a large-scale road collapse in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, revealed that an obstacle was found in a sewer pipe downstream of the site. The prefecture believes that the obstacle may be the driver's seat of a truck that fell into the hole, and will investigate further. The second half of the article also introduces the telephone consultation service set up by Saitama Prefecture.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 17:23:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Saitama Yashio road collapses, obstruction in sewer pipe, truck driver's seat?

2025-02-05 17:13:00
In a large-scale road collapse in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, an underwater drone survey found an obstacle in a sewer pipe downstream of the site, according to an interview with a prefectural official. The prefecture believes that the obstacle may be the driver's seat of a truck that fell into the hole and will conduct a detailed investigation. The second half of the article also introduces a telephone consultation service set up by Saitama Prefecture.

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Two US military F35 fighter jets make emergency landing at Matsuyama Airport, no injuries

2025-02-05 17:08:00
At around noon on the 5th, two US stealth fighter jets made an emergency landing at Matsuyama Airport in Ehime Prefecture. No one was injured, and the airport is currently operating normally.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 17:07:00
The coldest weather of the season is bringing strong snow and winds, especially to the Sea of ​​Japan coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk of a sudden increase in snowfall due to the "JPCZ" that creates bands of snow clouds. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snow, blizzards, impacts on traffic due to snowdrifts, and high waves.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 16:44:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Otaru company president referred to prosecutors for operating pleasure boat without regular inspection

2025-02-05 16:35:00
Last year, the Japan Coast Guard referred the president of a sightseeing boat operating off the coast of Otaru, Hokkaido, to prosecutors on suspicion of violating the Ship Safety Act for operating the boat without undergoing legally required regular inspections, according to an interview with a person involved in the investigation. The incident was discovered during the strengthening of inspections and crackdowns on navigation following the sinking of a sightseeing boat with 26 people on board off the coast of the Shiretoko Peninsula three years ago.

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Five years since the Zushi landslide in Kanagawa Prefecture City officials pay tribute at the scene

2025-02-05 16:21:00
On the 5th, five years after a slope collapsed on the grounds of an apartment building in Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, killing a high school student, city officials and others held a moment of silence at the scene to mourn the student who died.

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[Live] Saitama Yashio road collapse, response reviewed to begin full-scale search

2025-02-05 16:18:00
In the large-scale road collapse accident in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, Saitama Prefecture asked residents to conserve water as much as possible on the 4th and tried to lower the water level in the hole, but this did not have the expected effect. There is still a risk of collapse, and the situation is such that the response so far must be reviewed before a full-scale search can begin.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 16:16:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Osaka High Court rules that children with disabilities are entitled to the same benefits as able-bodied children

2025-02-05 15:36:00
In a lawsuit over how to calculate the future income of a hearing-impaired girl who died in a traffic accident, the driver's side did not appeal the Osaka High Court's ruling that the future income should not be reduced due to her disability, and should be calculated according to the same standards as for able-bodied people, and the judicial decision has been finalized.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 15:22:00
The coldest weather of the season is bringing strong snow and winds, especially to the Sea of ​​Japan coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, the "JPCZ" that creates bands of snow clouds is likely to cause a rapid increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall, blizzards, and high waves, as well as the impact on traffic.

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Osaka High Court rules that children with disabilities are entitled to the same benefits as able-bodied children

2025-02-05 15:13:00
In a lawsuit over how to calculate the future income of a hearing-impaired girl who died in a traffic accident, the driver's side did not appeal the Osaka High Court's ruling that the future income should not be reduced due to her disability, and should be calculated according to the same standards as for able-bodied people, and the judicial decision has been finalized.

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Fire breaks out in Meguro Ward, Tokyo, burning 10 buildings, no injuries

2025-02-05 15:09:00
On the 5th, just before noon, a fire broke out in a house in Meguro Ward, Tokyo, and spread to the surrounding area, burning down a total of 10 buildings. The fire has been almost completely extinguished, and no one was injured.

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New National Land Reinforcement Plan includes measures to deal with aging infrastructure, including repairs and replacement of water and sewer pipes

2025-02-05 15:04:00
In response to the large-scale road collapse that occurred in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, the government has decided to include measures to address aging infrastructure, such as intensive repairs and replacement of water supply and sewerage pipes, in its new plan to strengthen the nation's infrastructure.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 15:00:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 14:54:00
The coldest weather of the season is bringing strong snow and winds, especially to the Sea of ​​Japan coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, the "JPCZ" that creates bands of snow clouds is likely to cause a rapid increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall, blizzards, and high waves, as well as the impact on traffic.

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[Live] Two US military F35 fighter jets make emergency landing at Matsuyama Airport, no injuries

2025-02-05 13:59:00
At around noon on the 5th, two US stealth fighter jets made an emergency landing at Matsuyama Airport in Ehime Prefecture. No one was injured, and the airport is currently operating normally.

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52-year-old suspect arrested for attempted extortion at Renho's election office demanding cash

2025-02-05 13:22:00
Last year, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department arrested a suspect in his 50s on suspicion of attempted extortion after he sent a letter to the campaign office of Renho, who was running for Tokyo governor, demanding cash in a way that alluded to the shooting of former Prime Minister Abe.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 13:15:00
The coldest weather of the season is bringing strong snow and winds, especially to the Sea of ​​Japan coast. In Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, the "JPCZ" that creates bands of snow clouds is likely to cause a rapid increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall, blizzards, and high waves, as well as the impact on traffic.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 13:08:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Former Prime Minister Kishida Assault Trial: "Explosives hit concrete wall, causing damage"

2025-02-05 13:04:00
At the trial of a 25-year-old defendant charged with attempted murder and other charges for throwing an explosive device near former Prime Minister Kishida, who was visiting Wakayama City to support an election campaign two years ago, a police officer who investigated the scene appeared in court as a witness for the prosecution and testified that "the impact of the explosion caused the body of the explosive to collide with a nearby concrete wall, causing damage."

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22,320 applications for welfare benefits in November last year, the highest number in the same month in the past 10 years

2025-02-05 13:01:00
The number of applications for public assistance nationwide in November last year was 22,320, up 1.6% from the same month the previous year. This is the highest number for the same month in the past 10 years, and the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare is calling on people who are having difficulty making ends meet to "do not hesitate to consult with local government offices."

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Yamaguchi: Security guard dies after being crushed by fallen tree. Was the ground loosened by snow or other factors?

2025-02-05 12:51:00
On the 4th, in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, a woman in her 60s who was guiding a work vehicle to remove a tree that had come into contact with a power line due to snow was crushed to death by another tree that had fallen. Police believe that the ground may have become loose due to the effects of snow, and are currently investigating the details of the incident.

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[Weather forecaster's commentary] Hokuriku, Niigata, and southern Tohoku may see rapid snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 12:46:00
The coldest front of the season has caused intermittent snowfall, mainly along the Japan Sea coast, and snow accumulation is increasing in many areas. In particular, Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku are at risk of a sudden increase in snowfall in a short period of time due to the "JPCZ" that creates bands of snow clouds. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall, blizzards, and high waves, as well as the impact on traffic. Meteorologist Sato Kimitoshi gives an explanation of the outlook for future snow. This was broadcast just before noon on the 5th. *The video is 1 minute 47 seconds long and cannot be viewed through data broadcasting.

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Identity of body found in mountains in Higashiosaka, Osaka: 52-year-old male national government employee

2025-02-05 12:45:00
In the case where a dismembered body of a man was found in the mountains of Higashiosaka City, Osaka, the deceased was confirmed to be a 52-year-old national government employee. The 28-year-old suspect arrested for abandoning the body lived in the same apartment building as the man, and police are investigating his connection with the man as well as the circumstances of his death.

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Fire breaks out at house in Meguro Ward, Tokyo; multiple buildings burn; reports of people being unable to escape

2025-02-05 12:41:00
According to a report received by the Tokyo Fire Department, a fire broke out at a house in Meguro Ward, Tokyo, just before noon on the 5th, and about 30 vehicles, including fire engines, are currently working to extinguish the fire. The first and second floors of the house are burned, and several other buildings nearby are also burned. According to the Metropolitan Police Department and fire department, they have been unable to contact one resident of the house where the fire started, and are currently investigating whether he may have been unable to escape in time. The scene of the fire is in an area lined with houses, about 1 kilometer southwest of JR Ebisu Station.

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Fuji TV Management Reform Subcommittee requests review of five items in request letter

2025-02-05 12:39:00
A committee composed of outside directors of Fuji Media Holdings, the parent company of Fuji Television, has revealed that it has submitted a request to the company asking it to review five items, including measures to ensure management transparency.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse accident: Response review required before full-scale search begins

2025-02-05 12:13:00
In the large-scale road collapse accident in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, Saitama Prefecture asked residents to conserve water as much as possible on the 4th and tried to lower the water level in the hole, but this did not have the expected effect. There is still a risk of collapse, and the situation is such that the response so far must be reviewed before a full-scale search can begin.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 12:11:00
The coldest weather of the season has caused intermittent snowfall, mainly along the Sea of ​​Japan coast, and snow accumulation is increasing in many areas. In particular, in Hokuriku, Niigata Prefecture, and southern Tohoku, there is a risk that the "JPCZ" that creates a belt of snow clouds will cause a sudden increase in snowfall in a short period of time. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against the impact of heavy snow on traffic, as well as blizzards and high waves.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido, Tohoku and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 12:08:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido, Tohoku, Hokuriku, and other areas are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Identity of body found in mountains in Higashiosaka, Osaka: 52-year-old male national government employee

2025-02-05 11:55:00
In the case where a dismembered body of a man was found in the mountains of Higashiosaka City, Osaka, the deceased was confirmed to be a 52-year-old national government employee. The 28-year-old suspect arrested for abandoning the body lived in the same apartment building as the man, and police are investigating his connection with the man as well as the circumstances of his death.

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[Live footage] Snowfall surges from Hokkaido to Shikoku - what's the situation in each area?

2025-02-05 11:51:00
The coldest weather of the season is causing heavy snowfall, especially on the Japan Sea coast. In particular, from Hokuriku to Niigata Prefecture, there is a risk that the "JPCZ" will create a belt of snow clouds, causing a rapid increase in snowfall in a short period of time. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall, traffic impacts, blizzards, and high waves. We will provide live footage of the situation in each area.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse accident: Response review required before full-scale search begins

2025-02-05 11:13:00
In the large-scale road collapse accident in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, Saitama Prefecture asked residents to conserve water as much as possible on the 4th and tried to lower the water level in the hole, but this did not have the expected effect. There is still a risk of collapse, and the situation is such that the response so far must be reviewed before a full-scale search can begin.

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[Heavy snowfall] Hokkaido and Hokuriku continue to be affected by traffic on the 5th

2025-02-05 11:06:00
Due to the record snowfall, some bus and train routes in Hokkaido and Hokuriku are expected to remain suspended on the 5th.

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Last year's real wages were down for the third consecutive year, down 0.2% from the previous year

2025-02-05 08:35:00
Last year, the total amount of cash wages per worker increased at the highest rate in 33 years, but this was not enough to keep up with rising prices, and real wages decreased by 0.2% compared to the year before, marking the third consecutive year of decline.

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"Ancient Japan's 'Western Capital'" first Japan Heritage designation revoked by Agency for Cultural Affairs

2025-02-05 07:50:00
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has revoked the certification of the "Western Capital of Ancient Japan," a Japan Heritage site that consists of cultural assets such as Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, citing the need to improve efforts to revitalize the region. This is the first time a Japan Heritage site has been revoked since the system was established in 2015.

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[Weather forecaster's commentary] Hokuriku, Niigata, and southern Tohoku may see rapid snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 07:35:00
The coldest front of the season is causing heavy snowfall, especially along the Japan Sea coast. In particular, from Hokuriku to Niigata Prefecture and southern Tohoku, there is a risk that the "JPCZ" will create a belt of snow clouds, causing a rapid increase in snowfall in a short period of time. The Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against the impact of heavy snow on traffic, as well as blizzards and high waves. Weather forecaster Hiyama Yasuhiro gives an explanation of the outlook for future snow. This was broadcast on the 5th at 7:00. *The video is 2 minutes and 23 seconds long and cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.

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Road closure on National Route 304 on the border between Toyama and Ishikawa prefectures, mostly cleared by 5 a.m.

2025-02-05 07:11:00
In the early hours of the 5th, several vehicles, including trucks, were temporarily unable to move due to snow on National Route 304 in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture, but the prefecture carried out snow removal operations and the snow had almost completely cleared by 5:00 a.m.

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"Mother's Friend" to cease publication; event held at Tokyo bookstore; pioneering childcare magazine with 72 years of history

2025-02-05 06:48:00
An event was held at a bookstore in Tokyo to mark the cessation of publication of the monthly magazine Haha no Tomo, known as a pioneer of parenting magazines and with a history of over 70 years, with this month's issue.

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[Latest information] Hokuriku to Niigata, southern Tohoku: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 06:36:00
The coldest weather of the season is causing heavy snowfall, especially on the Japan Sea coast. In particular, from Hokuriku to Niigata Prefecture and southern Tohoku, the "JPCZ" that creates a belt of snow clouds is likely to cause a rapid increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall, blizzards, and high waves, as well as the impact on traffic.

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Saitama Yashio road collapse accident Response review in preparation for full-scale search start

2025-02-05 05:52:00
In the large-scale road collapse accident in Yashio City, Saitama Prefecture, where one man is missing, Saitama Prefecture asked residents to conserve water as much as possible on the 4th and tried to lower the water level in the hole, but this did not have the expected effect. There is still a risk of collapse, and the situation is such that the response so far must be reviewed before a full-scale search can begin.

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[Weather forecaster commentary] Hokuriku to Niigata: risk of sudden snowfall in a short period of time

2025-02-05 05:40:00
The coldest front of the season is causing heavy snowfall, especially along the Japan Sea coast. In particular, from Hokuriku to Niigata Prefecture, there is a risk that the JPCZ, which creates a belt of snow clouds, will cause a sudden increase in snowfall in a short period of time, and the Japan Meteorological Agency is calling for caution against heavy snowfall that may affect traffic, as well as blizzards and high waves. Weather forecaster Tomomi Fuchioka explains the outlook for future snowfall. This was broadcast on the 5th at 5:00 a.m. program. *The video is 3 minutes and 16 seconds long and cannot be viewed on data broadcasting.

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