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NHK
16-07-2025
- Climate
- NHK
Japan's weather officials say torrential rain could hit areas along the Pacific
Japanese weather officials say torrential rain could hit eastern and western parts of the country, especially along the Pacific coast, through Thursday. The officials are urging people to be on the alert for landslides and flooding in low-lying areas. The Meteorological Agency says atmospheric conditions are extremely unstable mainly in areas along the Pacific. The cause is warm and moist air flowing along the edge of a high pressure system stretching around Japan. Rainclouds are developing in parts of the Tokai, Kinki, Kanto-Koshin and other regions. In the hour up to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, 31 millimeters of rain was recorded in Toba City, Mie Prefecture, central Japan. Weather officials say that the high pressure system will stretch westward through Thursday, bringing localized torrential rain in some areas as moist air flows into eastern and western Japan. In the 24 hours through Thursday noon, up to 250 millimeters of rain is forecast in Shizuoka Prefecture, with up to 200 millimeters expected in other parts of the Tokai region. Up to 180 millimeters of rain is likely in the Kanto-Koshin region, and 120 millimeters in the Shikoku region. The downpours are expected to continue later in the week. In the 24 hours through Friday noon, 200 millimeters of rain is forecast in the Shikoku region, while 120 millimeters is likely in Tokai. Kanto-Koshin may see up to 80 millimeters. The continued rain has loosened the ground in the Tokai region, possibly raising the risk of disasters. The agency is urging people to be on the alert for landslides, flooding in low-lying areas and swollen rivers. It is also urging caution against lightning and severe wind gusts, tornadoes, and hail. The warm and moist air is also raising temperatures in areas along the Sea of Japan and elsewhere. By 11 a.m. on Wednesday, the mercury climbed to 36.4 degrees Celsius in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. Temperatures are expected to keep rising in the afternoon, with a high of 38 degrees likely in Joetsu City, and Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture. The agency has issued heat stroke alerts across the country. People are advised to take precautions against heatstroke. That includes using air conditioning, consuming adequate amounts of water and salt, and resting frequently when working outdoors.
NHK
14-07-2025
- Climate
- NHK
Tropical storm Nari makes landfall in Hokkaido
Tropical Storm Nari made landfall near Hokkaido's southern tip of Cape Erimo facing the Pacific, at around 2 a.m. Tuesday. The Meteorological Agency is calling on people in Hokkaido and elsewhere to be on the alert for violent winds and high waves, as well as mudslides, flooding in low-lying areas and swollen rivers. Meanwhile, extremely heavy rain is falling intermittently from Tokai to Kanto-Koshin due to moist air. In the Tokai region, there is a possibility that a linear precipitation band will occur until shortly before noon on Tuesday, and the risk of disasters may suddenly increase. People are advised to be on the alert for mudslides, flooding in low-lying areas, swollen rivers, and flooding.
IOL News
07-07-2025
- General
- IOL News
Dog attacks lead to baboon deaths
The Cape Baboon Partnership and SPCA responded to sick and injured baboons, after several urgent welfare issues arose in the Northern baboon troops over the last week. Image: Cape Baboon Partnership The Cape Baboon Partnership and SPCA responded to sick and injured baboons, after several urgent welfare issues arose in the Northern baboon (Tokai and Constantia) troops over the last week. The Cape Baboon Partnership said two baboons required humane euthanasia, including a very sickly juvenile baboon from CT2 (troop) and an adult female baboon from the Tokai troop that had been mauled by dogs. They added that a subadult male from MT2 (troop) was killed by a vehicle, a juvenile male from CT1 (troop) was killed by dogs, and a search for an adult male in the MT1 troop that was spotted with a snare around his body continues. 'Human landscapes are exceptionally dangerous for all wildlife, including baboons, caracals, porcupines, penguins and more. From accidents like vehicle collisions and electrocutions to intentional, illegal harm caused by disgruntled people, there are numerous risks to wild animals entering urban and peri-urban areas,' they said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading They urged the public to follow the upcoming educational series on the dangers of the urban landscape, where they will share some common causes of injuries and deaths of baboons in the Cape Peninsula and what can be done to help prevent further harm. 'Dealing with these tragic and often jarring instances of human-induced mortalities and injuries is difficult for all involved, including the first responders, the vets, and especially our team members, who spend countless hours with the baboons and care deeply for them. 'These incidents remind us that the safest place for baboons is in the natural environment and that our primary aim throughout our activities is the improved welfare of the baboon troops on the Peninsula,' they said. The Cape Baboon Partnership thanked the Cape of Good Hope SPCA for their continued support and assistance. 'We also extend a thank you to the City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue services for responding to the call-out and providing advice on retrieving the gravely ill baboon in a tree.' Baboon activist group, Baboon Matters added: "When people speak of the loss of predators from the Cape ecosystem, they overlook dogs and humans who have killed many baboons in recent years. "It's clear we need to keep baboons out of urban areas for their safety." On July 19 organisations such as Beauty Without Cruelty, Baboon Matters, and others will hold a family-friendly march calling for the protection of Cape Town's baboons. 'No to Killing – Yes to Solutions: March for Cape Town's Baboons' will be held from 10 am at the Simon's Town Train Station Parking Area, where they will march to Boulders Beach and designated handover points. They are calling for an end to the killing of baboons and want to see an investment in science-based, humane solutions, 'like effective fencing, waste management, and community education'. Cape Times
IOL News
06-07-2025
- General
- IOL News
Protest planned after dog attacks lead to euthanasia of baboons
The Cape Baboon Partnership and SPCA responded to sick and injured baboons, after several urgent welfare issues arose in the Northern baboon troops over the last week. Image: Cape Baboon Partnership Activists are rallying together to hold a protest, which comes after the recent euthanasia of two baboons that were mauled by dogs over the weekend. The Cape Baboon Partnership and SPCA responded to sick and injured baboons, after several urgent welfare issues arose in the Northern baboon (Tokai and Constantia) troops over the last week. The Cape Baboon Partnership said two baboons required humane euthanasia, including a very sickly juvenile baboon from CT2 (troop) and an adult female baboon from the Tokai troop that had been mauled by dogs. They added that a subadult male from MT2 (troop) was killed by a vehicle, a juvenile male from CT1 (troop) was killed by dogs, and the search for an adult male in the MT1 troop that was spotted with a snare around his body continues. 'Human landscapes are exceptionally dangerous for all wildlife, including baboons, caracals, porcupines, penguins and more. From accidents like vehicle collisions and electrocutions to intentional, illegal harm caused by disgruntled people, there are numerous risks to wild animals entering urban and peri-urban areas,' they said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading They urged the public to follow the upcoming educational series on the dangers of the urban landscape, where they will share some common causes of injuries and deaths of baboons in the Cape Peninsula and what can be done to help prevent further harm. 'Dealing with these tragic and often jarring instances of human-induced mortalities and injuries is difficult for all involved, including the first responders, the vets, and especially our team members, who spend countless hours with the baboons and care deeply for them. 'These incidents remind us that the safest place for baboons is in the natural environment and that our primary aim throughout our activities is the improved welfare of the baboon troops on the Peninsula,' they said. The Cape Baboon Partnership thanked the Cape of Good Hope SPCA for their continued support and assistance. 'We also extend a thank you to the City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue services for responding to the call-out and providing advice on retrieving the gravely ill baboon in a tree.' Baboon activist group, Baboon Matters added: "When people speak of the loss of predators from the Cape ecosystem, they overlook dogs and humans who have killed many baboons in recent years. "Credit to them for handling such a difficult situation so professionally. And then they had more injuries and death to deal with. It's clear we need to keep baboons out of urban areas for their safety." Meanwhile, on Saturday, 19 July, organisations such as Beauty Without Cruelty, Baboon Matters, and others will hold a family-friendly march calling for the protection of Cape Town's baboons. 'No to Killing – Yes to Solutions: March for Cape Town's Baboons' will be held from 10 am at the Simon's Town Train Station Parking Area, where they will march to Boulders Beach and designated handover points. They are calling for an end to the killing of baboons and want to see an investment in science-based, humane solutions, 'like effective fencing, waste management, and community education'.
Japan Times
16-06-2025
- Health
- Japan Times
Women in their 20s have higher rate of long-term sick leave, survey finds
A survey in Japan has found that women in their 20s had the highest incidence of long-term sick leave, defined as 30 or more consecutive days off work due to illness or injury, with the percentage being twice that of men in the same age group. The primary causes included mental illness, such as depression and anxiety disorders, as well as pregnancy-related problems, such as severe morning sickness, according to the survey by the Japan Institute for Health Security. Yukari Taniyama and other researchers at the institute analyzed sick leave cases in fiscal 2012-2021 among approximately 100,000 people working for companies headquartered in the Kanto and Tokai regions. They examined the incidence of illness or injury leading to 30 or more days off work by gender, age and cause. During this period, there were 6,518 cases of long-term sick leave among men and 1,866 among women. When calculating the incidence of such leave per 10,000 people working for a year, women had a rate of 115.5, compared with 89.2 for men. Among age groups, women in their 20s had the highest rate at 176.6, which was 2.1 times higher than the rate for men in the same age group, at 83.8. While mental illness was the leading cause of long-term sick leave for both genders, its prevalence decreased with age. Additionally, women in their 30s to 50s showed a higher incidence of sick leave due to cancer compared with men in the same age bracket. "Women generally have a higher incidence of long-term sick leave than men," Taniyama said. "Gender and age differences must be taken into account when treating and preventing diseases that cause sick leave."
