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JAPAN
Oct 13, 2019

IN PICTURES: The chaotic aftermath of Typhoon Hagibis

Scenes from the wake of Typhoon Hagibis, which brought torrential rains and high-speed winds that paralyzed the capital and neighboring prefectures.
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Rugby
Oct 13, 2019

Japan prevails over Scotland and secures historic berth in Rugby World Cup quarterfinals

Japan beat Scotland 28-21 on Sunday night to claim a place in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals for the first time ever, winning Pool A with a perfect record of four wins from four.
JAPAN
Oct 13, 2019

At least 35 killed and 17 missing after Typhoon Hagibis tears through country, flooding rivers and submerging cities

Officials assess the scope of damage caused by Typhoon Hagibis after several towns and cities in the eastern half of Japan were hit by flooding. So far 35 people are known to have died.
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Rugby
Oct 13, 2019

Determined Wales fends off Uruguay, moves on to quarterfinals

A scrappy Wales was made to work hard for victory against Uruguay but prevailed with a bonus point 35-13 win on Sunday to top Pool D and set up a quarterfinal with three-time finalist France.
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MULTIMEDIA
Oct 13, 2019

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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / The Big Questions
Oct 13, 2019

Newest post met with open-minded enthusiasm

German-born Hartmut Schick heads operations at Daimler Trucks Asia, bringing with him more than three decades of experience with the Daimler Group, the world's biggest producer of commercial vehicles.
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ESG CONSORTIUM
Oct 13, 2019

Investing in a time of socioeconomic shifts

The Japan Times ESG Consortium and the Japan Center for International Finance co-organized a forum on Sept. 26 in Tokyo to provide innovative ideas and thought-provoking suggestions in addressing global structural transformations at a time when environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors are increasingly...
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Oct 13, 2019

Giants eliminate Tigers to reach Japan Series for first time since 2013

Yoshihiro Maru stood at the plate with two outs, a runner on third and Yuki Nishi staring in from the mound. The game was tied in the sixth inning and the Yomiuri Giants and their fans were hoping for a hit. Some, perhaps, may even have dared to dream of a home run.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 13, 2019

Hong Kong pro-democracy activists hoist 'Lady Liberty' statue above city to rally protests

Hong Kong protesters scaled the city's Lion Rock peak and hoisted a large statue they called "Lady Liberty" early Sunday to rally anti-government activists ahead of more planned demonstrations in the Asian financial hub.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 13, 2019

North Korea may be hiding hog apocalypse from the world

By official accounts, the pig contagion wreaking havoc across Eastern Asia has virtually skipped over North Korea, with a single outbreak reported there in May. But wayward feral pigs have stoked concern that Kim Jong Un's reclusive state is hiding an African swine fever disaster.
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Rugby
Oct 13, 2019

England's Mako Vunipola offers prayers for people affected by Typhoon Hagibis

England prop Mako Vunipola said he is praying for those affected by Typhoon Hagibis — including members of his own family — as England continues its World Cup preparations in Miyazaki, around 870 km southwest of Tokyo.
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Rugby
Oct 13, 2019

AS IT HAPPENED: 2019 Rugby World Cup — Japan vs Scotland

Our live coverage of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, in which Japan faced Scotland at International Stadium Yokohama, in their final Pool A game.
EDITORIALS
Oct 13, 2019

Dispute over hometown tax donation system

A decision by the internal affairs ministry raises questions from the viewpoint of local autonomy and the decentralization of administrative powers.
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COMMUNITY / Voices / FOREIGN AGENDA
Oct 13, 2019

Land of the rising tax: A 2 percent hike brings 100 percent confusion

Eat in or take out? Use cash or card? There are several ways to get around a recent tax hike, but not everyone can take advantage of them.
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LIFE / Lifestyle
Oct 13, 2019

Japan's love of the hanky is nothing to be sneezed at

Whether plain, screen printed, embroidered or even lacey, the humble hanky is virtually forgotten in the West. So why is it in Japan, very few will leave home without one?
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / TELLING LIVES
Oct 13, 2019

'There are no downsides to training in a different country'

The family that boxes together, travels together. The Llamidos are in Japan to help train 'The Monster.'
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COMMENTARY / World
Oct 13, 2019

Whither nuclear arms control?

What worked in the past may not work in the present, and tactics to rein in one country could prove disastrous if pursued with others.
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COMMENTARY / World
Oct 13, 2019

Trump's dangerous war on the National Security Council

An undisciplined U.S. president and weakened advisers are a recipe for disaster.
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / ADOPT ME!
Oct 13, 2019

Caring for Candle and Chimney is a family affair

Candle is a 6-year-old cat who came to ARK with her equally gorgeous brother, Chimney, when they were only about 3 months old. The pair look a lot alike and are inseparable. If there's one difference then it's that Chimney is rather camera shy. Whenever he senses a photo session is in the works, he disappears....
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JAPAN / Politics
Oct 13, 2019

South Korean PM to attend emperor's enthronement ceremony in highest-level visit to Japan since export curbs

Despite the current frosty relations, South Korean Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon plans to visit Japan next week to attend Emperor Naruhito's enthronement ceremony.
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JAPAN
Oct 13, 2019

North Korea demands Japan pay compensation over sinking of fishing boat

North Korea has “strongly demanded” Japan pay compensation for a fishing boat that sank after it collided with a Fisheries Agency patrol boat in the Sea of Japan.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 13, 2019

Australia to build and upgrade dams in drought-stricken New South Wales

Australia will invest 1 billion Australian dollars ($678.70 million) to revamp water infrastructure in rural and regional communities in the drought-stricken New South Wales.
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Rugby
Oct 13, 2019

Post-typhoon Japan-Scotland match gets green light

After postponing an early morning decision until 10:30 a.m., Rugby World Cup organizers on Sunday announced that a climactic Pool A clash between Japan and Scotland will take place as scheduled at International Stadium Yokohama.
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CARTOONS / ZERO GRAVITY
Oct 13, 2019

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JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Oct 12, 2019

No clear picture on 4K and 8K display differences

One of the consumer items that enjoyed a bump in sales prior to this month's sales tax hike was TV sets, specifically those that feature 4K and 8K displays. In many cases, it simply appears the timing was right. Many households hadn't bought new televisions since the introduction of digital terrestrial...

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