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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 8, 2023

Vanished, shot, murdered: Laos activists spooked by spate of incidents

Landlocked, poor and deeply tied to China, Laos is one of the world's most repressive countries.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Issues
Jun 8, 2023

Amnesty International Japan wants your help in supporting human rights

Looking to test your knowledge, get out the house and do good for charity? Amnesty's pub quiz nights are back and a fun way to raise funds.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 8, 2023

Smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets New York

The U.S. National Weather Service issued air quality alerts for a large part of the eastern U.S. as fires threaten critical infrastructure in Quebec.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 8, 2023

Toshiba backs JIP-led buyout in boost to deal’s chances

Since 2015, Toshiba has been battered by accounting scandals — suffering heavy loss — and came close to being de-listed.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jun 8, 2023

Tahitian Vahine Fierro boosts French hopes of Olympic medal in surfing

Host nation France's chances of a first Olympic medal in surfing got a massive boost with the qualification of Vahine Fierro, a Tahitian local among the best at riding the challenging tubes of Teahupo'o, the venue for the 2024 Games, on Tuesday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 8, 2023

Sunak pitches U.K. leadership on AI during Washington visit

The prime minister wants a future global AI regulator to be based in London, according to sources, arguing that Britain has the requisite expertise and tech sector.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 8, 2023

FIFA to guarantee each player at Women's World Cup at least $30,000

Each player at the Women's World Cup will be guaranteed at least $30,000 after a groundbreaking move by FIFA to disburse some of the prize money to individuals rather than national federations.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jun 8, 2023

Alexander Zverev and women's champion Iga Swiatek book return to French Open semifinals

Alexander Zverev returned to the semifinals of the French Open, a year after leaving Roland Garros in a wheelchair, while defending women's champion Iga Swiatek also maintained her quest for a third title in four years in Paris on Wednesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 8, 2023

Japan’s economy grows faster than expected amid strong investment

GDP grew at an annualized 2.7% in the January-March quarter from the previous three months, revised figures showed.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jun 8, 2023

Most Europeans share Macron's view on China and U.S., survey finds

The report suggests that both France and Germany's policy positions of seeing China as a global partner are “broadly in line with European public opinion.”
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 8, 2023

Sequoia’s split sends warning to every company doing U.S.-China business

While the dramatic separation may insulate Sequoia from pending regulation, it’s a signal that ties to China are a growing liability in Silicon Valley.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 8, 2023

The road to Modi’s ambitious 'Made in India' goal runs through China

The more Indian firms try to ramp up production in competition with China, the more dependent they become on their neighbor for components and raw materials.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 8, 2023

Soccer great Lionel Messi chooses Miami as next destination

'After winning the World Cup and not being able to go to Barca, it was time to go to the U.S. league to experience football in a different way and enjoy the day-to-day,' Messi said.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jun 8, 2023

Japan seeing no COVID-19 resurgence a month after downgrade

Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno has said the number of cases is 'rising moderately,' however.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 8, 2023

U.S. takes aim at China over Latin America trade tactics and fentanyl role

China has denounced U.S. sanctions on Chinese firms and individuals over their alleged involvement in the fentanyl trade and has accused Washington of trying to deflect blame.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 8, 2023

Drought drives economic exodus from Iraq's rivers and marshlands

Across the country, fishermen are giving up on lives that depend on water and are seeking jobs in urban areas, where unemployment is already high and discontent triggers frequent protests.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 8, 2023

What's the state of Philippine human rights under Marcos?

Marcos had been a vocal supporter of his predecessor Rodrigo Duterte's drug war that killed thousands of people, and publicly praised his dictator father's rule.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 8, 2023

Japanese airlines near jet orders as soon as Paris Air Show

Japan’s two biggest airlines are in advanced talks to buy aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, with announcements possible as soon as this month.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Jun 8, 2023

European Energy Exchange sees huge growth in Japanese power futures trade this year

Volatility in electricity prices spiked in 2022 following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, delivering a 'wake up call' on the need for hedging.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 8, 2023

Flood-hit Pakistanis still waiting on promised rebuild

Government pledges to rebuild flood-ravaged swathes of Pakistan so they are resilient to future extreme weather have largely failed to materialize.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 8, 2023

Accounting for war: Ukraine's climate fallout

The first 12 months of the war is expected to trigger a net increase of 120 million metric tons of greenhouse gases, equivalent to the annual output of a country such as Belgium.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jun 8, 2023

‘Firing the Lighter Gun’: A gripping addition to the post-Fukushima canon

Kohei Sanada’s sophomore feature doesn’t always hit the mark, but it’s a grimly compelling portrait of the aftermath of a nuclear accident.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jun 8, 2023

‘Dreaming in Between’: Thoughtful character study stimulates self-reflection

Acting veteran Ken Mitsuishi portrays a flawed middle-aged man facing the end of his life with depth and pathos in Ryutaro Ninomiya’s drama.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 7, 2023

Taiwanese presidential contender says he wouldn't meet Xi without agenda

Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je has risen in the polls in recent weeks.
Japan Times
PODCAST / deep dive
Jun 7, 2023

Is Japan going to legalize same-sex marriage?

A series of court cases is helping to shape the debate over whether or not Japan will act on legalizing same-sex marriage.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 7, 2023

The ups and downs of the Modi decade

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s nine years in office have included plenty of worthy achievements, but unfortunately, they have also featured flawed policies in a wide range of areas.

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After pandemic-era border regulations eased, Indian migrants began returning to Japan. Their population now stands at more than 50,000 across the country.
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