#Prefecture

A 16-year-old-boy is suspected of breaking into the home of 69-year-old company executive Eiko Tomiyama Thursday morning and killing her while searching for valuables.

The Toyama company is pushing the project forward as part of local revitalization efforts.

The suspect told police during voluntary questioning before his arrest on Wednesday that he strangled his 11-year-old adopted son following an argument on the drive to school.

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With more schools opting not to keep classroom pets, vets are reducing the burden on schools by lending out guinea pigs for short-term stays.

While the town lifted evacuation orders in most areas as the fire is being brought under control, there is still no clear timeline for full containment.

Japanese macaques have become used to humans, stealing persimmons and daikons even with people standing nearby.