Deep Dive
What happened in the fire in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture?
A fire broke out around midnight in a residential house in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture. Three bodies were found in the remains of the house. The house was occupied by five people, and three of them are unaccounted for. The police are confirming the identities of the deceased and investigating the scene.
What is the weather forecast for northern and eastern Japan?
Heavy snowfall is expected in northern and eastern Japan, particularly along the Sea of Japan side. Snowfall amounts over the next 24 hours are predicted to reach 50 cm in Hokkaido and Tohoku, 40 cm in Niigata, 30 cm in Hokuriku, and 20 cm in Kanto-Koshin. The Japan Meteorological Agency warns of potential traffic disruptions and advises caution regarding snow accumulation on power lines and trees.
What did President Putin apologize for regarding the Azerbaijan Airlines crash?
President Putin apologized for the tragic incident in Russian airspace involving an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane that crashed. The plane, carrying 67 passengers and crew, was en route from Baku to Grozny, Chechnya, but crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, resulting in 38 deaths. Putin expressed condolences and acknowledged the event as a tragedy.
What is the significance of the Emperor and Empress's planned visits to Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and Okinawa?
The Emperor and Empress plan to visit Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and Okinawa next year to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. These locations symbolize the war's impact, with Okinawa experiencing intense ground battles and Hiroshima and Nagasaki being the sites of atomic bombings. The visits aim to honor the victims and reflect on the importance of peace.
How many days have Chinese coast guard vessels been spotted in the contiguous zone near the Senkaku Islands this year?
Chinese coast guard vessels have been spotted in the contiguous zone near the Senkaku Islands for 353 days this year, surpassing last year's record of 352 days. This marks the highest number of days since monitoring began in 2008. The vessels have also entered Japanese territorial waters 39 times this year, with 18 instances of approaching Japanese fishing boats.
- 新潟県長岡市で住宅火災
- 3人死亡、3人と連絡が取れず
- 5人家族