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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
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Inappropriate Remarks in Gubernatorial Election Criticized on SNS, Fukui Prefectural Assembly Chairman Resigns
The chairman of the Fukui Prefectural Assembly, Toshi Miyamoto, resigned after making controversial comments during the gubernatorial election that drew criticism on social media.
Feb 20 • 09:30 UTC
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Japan
Asahi Shimbun (JP)
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Deficiencies in 1600 Road Signs: Investigation Triggered by a Police Report, Refunds for Fines
Fukui Prefectural Police announced that they found deficiencies in road signs at 1600 locations, prompting an investigation that will refund fines to those erroneously penalized.
Feb 17 • 09:30 UTC
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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local
Former Governor of Fukui Resigns Due to Sexual Harassment, Plans to Return 10 Million Yen of Retirement Pay
Tatsuharu Sugimoto, the former governor of Fukui who resigned over sexual harassment allegations, has expressed his intention to return a portion of his retirement pay.
Feb 16 • 11:20 UTC