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JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Aug 11, 2022

Unification Church ties likely to weigh on Cabinet despite Kishida's bid for stability

The changes to the Cabinet lineup may do little for the Kishida administration's falling popularity ratings and could impact its efforts to deal with primary policy issues.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 11, 2022

Germany looks like it is ready to begin a fourth nuclear exit

A wrongheaded phase-out of nuclear power plus a wrongheaded reliance on Putin's natural gas means Germany needs another U-turn.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Aug 11, 2022

Nick Kyrgios not surprised by win over No. 1 Daniil Medvedev

Nick Kyrgios extended the best run of his career by taking out world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev at the Canadian Masters on Wednesday — a win that surprised everyone but the Australian.
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JAPAN
Aug 11, 2022

COVID-19 tracker: Tokyo's cases see weekly drop, but experts warn of spread amid holidays

While the capital has seen a downward trend in daily cases this week, other parts of the nation are posting record numbers.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Aug 11, 2022

Health panel issues warning over COVID-19 in Japan

The medical system has been under heavy strain, and the situation could become even more severe, the panel of experts said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 11, 2022

North Korea declares victory over COVID while revealing Kim suffered fever

Kim's sister has vowed 'deadly retaliation' against South Korea, which Pyongyang blames for causing the outbreak.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 11, 2022

What's behind the key appointments in Kishida’s new ‘unity Cabinet’

Selections have significant implications for what observers should expect from the government over the next year.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Aug 11, 2022

Colts quarterback Matt Ryan to play in first preseason game

The Matt Ryan era with the Indianapolis Colts will begin Saturday in Buffalo.
Japan Times
WORLD
Aug 11, 2022

Even modest climate change imperils northern forests

Boreal forests cover much of Russia, Alaska and Canada and are a major carbon sink, but they are menaced by more frequent wildfires and invasive species outbreaks linked to climate change.
Japan Times
Rugby
Aug 11, 2022

All Blacks' Beauden Barrett feared worst after scary collision during South Africa test

'There was a fearful period there for a minute or so where you do think of the worst. It's quite scary when you go over backwards and you find yourself come down on your head and shoulders.'
Japan Times
TENNIS
Aug 11, 2022

Serena Williams gets emotional sendoff after falling at Canadian Open

'It's been a pretty interesting 24 hours ... I'm terrible at goodbyes, but, goodbye Toronto,' an emotional Williams told the crowd.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 11, 2022

Gifu project to rescue cats using tax donation system draws backers

The government in Hida, Gifu Prefecture, gives donors return gifts associated with cats to encourage feline devotees across the country to make active contributions to society.
JAPAN / Politics
Aug 11, 2022

Japan’s new male minister for birthrate tried ‘pregnancy belly’

Following Kishida's Cabinet reshuffle, former Bank of Japan official Masanobu Ogura has taken over the post from ruling party veteran Seiko Noda, a mother of one.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 11, 2022

Real Madrid defeat Eintracht Frankfurt to win fifth UEFA Super Cup

Goals from David Alaba and Karim Benzema gave Real Madrid a 2-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt and a fifth UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday.
Corey Morrison (back center) and Siggy Sauer (front, center) at Asakayama stable. While pathways into ōzumo have become more streamlined in recent years, stables are still remarkably willing to let amateurs show up and train with the superstars of the sport.
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Feb 21, 2024

Texan newcomer helps dispel the myth that sumo is a closed world

While pathways into sumo have become more streamlined in recent years, stables are still remarkably willing to let amateurs show up and train superstars.
JAPAN
Feb 21, 2024

Japanese airlines say baggage car drivers cheated on written exam

ANA Holdings and Japan Airlines said their subsidiaries allowed workers at Haneda Airport to cheat on the test to obtain driving licenses.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks on the second day of the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Feb 21, 2024

China-Europe ties worsen on Ukraine and disputes over trade

Beijing’s support for Russia has been a sticking point in relations with Europe.
Ahead of the Paris Games, authorities are conducting three preliminary investigations into possible favoritism in the awarding of around 20 contracts worth tens of millions of euros, while a fourth is scrutinizing the pay of chief organizer Tony Estanguet.
OLYMPICS
Feb 21, 2024

Paris 2024: A 'new era' of corruption-free Olympics?

Ahead of the Paris Olympics in July and August, French prosecutors are working on four probes into possible wrongdoing.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Feb 21, 2024

Film director Hideo Sakaki held on suspicion of sexual assault

While allegations of sexual abuse were made against Sakaki as far back as March 2022, this is the first time that the director has been taken into custody.
Indian farmer groups have taken to the streets this month to press their demands for debt relief and crop price guarantees.
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 21, 2024

With cranes and excavators, Indian farmers march on New Delhi

Similar protests two years ago forced Narendra Modi's government to repeal a set of farm laws.
The Japan Pavillion is seen at the Singapore Airshow on Wednesday.
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Feb 21, 2024

At top airshow, Japanese firms explore defense export opportunities

They are offering a diverse and sophisticated range of products following a revision of guidelines on defense equipment and technology transfer.
During a time in which Western acts have seen their place of prominence in the Japanese market drop in favor of K-pop, Swift is a notable exception.
CULTURE / Music
Feb 22, 2024

What makes a Taylor Swift show worth flying in for?

Swifties say the pop star's concerts provide camaraderie and a sense of validation.
A man who struggles with a panic disorder (Hokuto Matsumura, left) and his colleague (Mone Kamishiraishi) who suffers from severe premenstrual syndrome learn to support each other in “All the Long Nights.”
CULTURE / Film
Feb 22, 2024

‘All the Long Nights’: Leads’ chemistry delivers in heartwarming drama

Sho Miyake’s observant film, which explores the healing powers of a heartfelt friendship, is enhanced by evocative visual and aural beauty.
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 21, 2024

Senior LDP members likely to appear before ethics committee next week

While the opposition said the willingness of additional LDP figures to answer questions was an improvement, they called for more to step up.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Feb 21, 2024

Chinese 'overseas police station' in Tokyo raided over benefit fraud

According to papers submitted to prosecutors, the raids stemmed from an alleged illegal receipt of COVID-19 subsidies.
Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, at a House Oversight Committee meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington on Jan. 10.
WORLD / Politics
Feb 21, 2024

FBI informant got false dirt on Bidens from Russia: prosecutors

Alexander Smirnov, 43, a dual U.S. and Israeli national, was arrested last week.
A bloody demonic outbreak strikes Japan in “Visitors: Complete Edition.”
CULTURE / Film
Feb 22, 2024

‘Visitors’ revels in all its gory glory with deadpan humor

Kenichi Ugana’s extended version of his brilliant splatter short is endearingly shaggy — and messy.
A Houthi military helicopter prepares to land on the Galaxy Leader cargo ship in the Red Sea in November.
COMMENTARY / World
Feb 21, 2024

Why Beijing won’t fight the Houthis

Whether they target Chinese vessels directly or not, attacks on Red Sea shipping by Houthi rebels threaten to undermine China’s economic recovery.
When SoftBank Group founder Masayoshi Son bought Arm in 2016 for $32 billion, he had grand plans for the company to dominate the nascent market for connected devices, also known as the Internet of Things.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Feb 21, 2024

Softbank’s Arm is not the AI play most people think it is

Today, GPUs are the gold standard for AI development and thus the equivalent of toilet paper during the pandemic.

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Ichiro Suzuki, one of the most iconic players in NPB and MLB history, was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with 99.7% of the vote.
With Hall of Fame induction, Ichiro makes himself heard loud and clear