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WORLD
Nov 11, 2019

Pentagon gets a fix for F-35 bug in $400,000 pilot helmets

The U.S. military may have finally found a way to fix a glitch with the world's most high-tech helmet used by pilots flying the most expensive fighter jet in history.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Nov 11, 2019

KyoAni arson suspect 'wanted to hurt many' in attack on studio: sources

In voluntary questioning by Kyoto investigators, 41-year-old Shinji Aoba is said to have largely admitted to allegations of murder and attempted murder.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Nov 11, 2019

BOJ members voiced concerns about ability to hit inflation target, minutes of October meeting show

Some on the nine-member board insisted on the need to communicate to markets that the BOJ would maintain loose monetary policy.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 11, 2019

Independent is elected new mayor of Okuma, joint-host of Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant

Former Deputy Mayor Jun Yoshida was elected mayor on Sunday for the town of Okuma, in Fukushima Prefecture, one of the host municipalities of the disaster-stricken Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant.
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 11, 2019

Do more with less: New Zealand firm sees huge productivity boost with four-day workweek

A New Zealand estate planning firm that made headlines when it trialed a four-day week last year has seen a big productivity increase since it made the change permanent, with staff spending less time surfing the internet.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 11, 2019

Resignation of Bolivia's Evo Morales, last of 'pink tide,' polarizes Latin America

The resignation of Bolivian President Evo Morales, the last serving member of the 'pink tide' of leftist leaders that swept Latin America two decades ago, polarized governments across the region Sunday, with presidents from Venezuela to Argentina denouncing a "coup" and others cheering his exit.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Commentary
Nov 11, 2019

Four-day workweek could be just what Japan needs

In the sitcom "The Office," a bumbling manager spends much of his time distracting the hapless employees of a paper company's local sales branch. Somehow, despite all the antics that seem to interfere with getting anything done, the branch consistently manages to be the company's most profitable. Though...
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 11, 2019

Amazon's $1.5 million political gambit backfires in Seattle City Council election

Seattle voters, in a rebuke to heavy corporate campaign spending by Amazon.com, have kept progressives firmly in control of their city council, reviving chances for a tax on big businesses that the tech giant helped fend off last year.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 11, 2019

Democrats say GOP impeachment witnesses may testify but not Hunter Biden or the whistleblower

Democrats signaled their willingness to let some witnesses requested by Republicans testify as the House starts public impeachment hearings of Donald Trump this week, but only those people with knowledge of the president's actions. And not Hunter Biden or the whistleblower.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 11, 2019

Murder of Indonesia palm oil activists shows growing threat, rights groups say

The murder of two Indonesian activists, which police say was ordered by a palm oil businessman, highlights the escalating violence and threats faced by environmentalists who challenge the industry, rights groups say.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 11, 2019

NRA turmoil creates rift among big donors

Joe Olson was once such a passionate supporter of the National Rifle Association that he pledged to bequeath millions of dollars from his estate to the gun organization upon his death.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 11, 2019

For U.S. diplomats, public impeachment hearings could be catharsis and maybe a circus

On the first day of November, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo sent an internal email to thousands of State Department staff that began: "As champions of American diplomacy, we are in the truth-telling business."
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 10, 2019

Albirex control overtime period to secure victory over Sunrockers

Nick Perkins and Lamont Hamilton provided a potent one-two punch to carry the Niigata Albirex BB to a gritty 97-92 overtime victory over the Sunrockers Shibuya on Sunday afternoon.
BASEBALL
Nov 10, 2019

Final six Premier12 teams ready to make push for title

With Olympic berths hanging in the balance, the final six teams in the WBSC Premier12 are preparing to return to field for the tournament's Super Round, which begins in Japan on Monday.
SUMO / Rikishi Files
Nov 10, 2019

Former ozeki great Chiyotaikai rose up sumo ladder after turning life around at early age

To newer fans it may seem as if veteran Goeido has been an ozeki forever, but the Osaka native's five years at the rank is still less than half as long as former ozeki Chiyotaikai spent in sumo's second most prestigious spot.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Nov 10, 2019

Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha freed from house arrest

More than two years after he was arrested and charged with treason, Cambodia on Sunday freed opposition leader Kem Sokha from house arrest, but the charges remain and he is banned from politics and from leaving the country.
Japan Times
CARTOONS / ZERO GRAVITY
Nov 10, 2019

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BASKETBALL / B. League
Nov 9, 2019

Alvark dominate early, hold off Golden Kings down the stretch

The Alvark Tokyo built a 13-point cushion by halftime in Saturday's series opener against the visiting Ryukyu Golden Kings.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Nov 9, 2019

Nakagin Capsule Tower: Can Tokyo's urban utopian dream secure a new lease on life?

The future of Ginza's iconic building hangs in the balance as architectural enthusiasts attempt to preserve the fading landmark.
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Nov 9, 2019

Exploring the artistic subtleties at play behind the controversial Aichi Triennale exhibition

The Aichi Triennale arts festival closed on Oct. 14, and, along with it, a controversial exhibition titled "After 'Freedom of Expression?'", which had been temporarily shut down following threats of violence and complaints. The main point of contention was a statue of a Korean "comfort woman," the inclusion...

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