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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 28, 2019

In annual policy speech, Abe omits passage on ties with South Korea

Seoul gets only a passing mention amid the currently tumultuous relationship.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health / FOCUS
Jan 28, 2019

The digital drug: Internet addiction spawns innovative U.S. treatment programs

When Danny Reagan was 13, he began exhibiting signs of what doctors usually associate with drug addiction. He became agitated, secretive and withdrew from friends. He had quit baseball and Boy Scouts, and he stopped doing homework and showering.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society / Regional voices: Chubu
Jan 28, 2019

Clinic founder aims to show Japan's hospitals how to become better workplaces for women

Many female doctors at large hospitals operating around the clock have no choice but to put their careers on hold when they become pregnant or give birth, and eventually end up quitting without being able to gain further experience.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / FOCUS
Jan 28, 2019

Theresa May's Brexit 'Plan B': A guide to what could happen next in Parliament

Prime Minister Theresa May is aiming to break the parliamentary deadlock over Brexit by proposing to seek further concessions from the European Union on a plan to prevent customs checks on the Irish border.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 28, 2019

Nissan faces U.S. probe over executive pay after Carlos Ghosn case raises questions

The Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating whether Nissan Motor Co. accurately disclosed its executive pay in the U.S., according to several sources.
WORLD
Jan 28, 2019

Influential commission's report says obesity, bad nutrition and climate change pose triple threat to globe

Obesity, undernutrition and climate change are the biggest threats to the world population, linked by profit motives and policy inertia, a top commission said Sunday, calling for a binding plan and trillions of dollars to thwart the dangers.
Japan Times
Company / Others
Jan 28, 2019

Annie Chang

Date of publication: Jan 28, 2019Annie ChangPresidentAC Global Solutionswww.acglobal.jp
Japan Times
Company / Others
Jan 28, 2019

Ruth Marie Jarman

Date of publication: Jan 28, 2019Ruth Marie JarmanCEO & FounderJarman International K.K.www.jarman-international.com
Japan Times
Company / Consumer Discretionary
Jan 28, 2019

Mark de Leeuwerk

Date of publication: Jan 28, 2019Mark de LeeuwerkGeneral ManagerPark Hyatt Kyotowww.hyatt.com/brands/park-hyatt
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Jan 28, 2019

Ex-Trump adviser Roger Stone hints he may cooperate with Robert Mueller's Russia probe

Roger Stone, an ally of President Donald Trump and a longtime Republican operative, did not rule out on Sunday cooperating with special counsel Robert Mueller in his investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 28, 2019

White House promises 'significant response' to any Venezuela violence against U.S. diplomats or Juan Guaido

White House national security adviser John Bolton warned on Sunday against violence or intimidation of American diplomats in Venezuela or opposition leader Juan Guaido, saying such action would trigger a response from the United States.
BUSINESS
Jan 28, 2019

Trump lifts Rusal sanctions as Putin ally Oleg Deripaska cuts stake

The U.S. Treasury Department on Sunday lifted sanctions on three firms tied to Russian tycoon Oleg Deripaska, including United Co. Rusal, a move that will provide relief to the global aluminum market.
Japan Times
WORLD / Society
Jan 28, 2019

'Red scarves' march in Paris in riposte to 'yellow vests' in wake of violence

Thousands of protesters marched through Paris on Sunday to condemn violence in the "yellow vest" movement that has rocked France for weeks with angry protests over President Emmanuel Macron's rule.
Japan Times
Austria report 2019
Jan 28, 2019

An excellent bilateral relationship celebrates 150 years

In 1869 Austria and Japan concluded the Treaty of Friendship, Commerce and Navigation. One hundred and fifty years later, diplomatic relations between the two continue to flourish.
Japan Times
Austria report 2019
Jan 28, 2019

50 years: Hoerbiger-Japan celebrate a trust-based partnership

Headquartered in Switzerland and with roots in Austria, Hoerbiger’s early internationalization strategy has led to worldwide success, including 50 years in Japan.
Japan Times
Austria report 2019
Jan 28, 2019

Savoring unique Austrian wines in Japan

With a wine culture that dates back two millennia, Austria’s wines are highly prized around the world.  
Japan Times
Austria report 2019
Jan 28, 2019

A decade of success in the ‘Detroit of the Alps’

The automotive industry is one of Austria’s most important sectors. Known as the “Detroit of the Alps,” the city of Graz has developed a strong automotive industry and continues to build on its reputation. 
Japan Times
WORLD / Society
Jan 28, 2019

Far-right protest staged for first time during Auschwitz camp liberation commemoration

Dozens of Polish far-right nationalists gathered at the Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland on Sunday to protest at the same time as officials and survivors marked the 74th anniversary of the camp's liberation in an annual ceremony.
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 28, 2019

Retail rout deepens as U.K. and Germany lose thousands of jobs

Europe's retail crisis deepened as companies in the U.K. to Germany are set to cut thousands of jobs as online shopping accelerates erosion of sales from traditional bricks-and-mortar stores.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 28, 2019

Venezuela's defense attache to U.S. breaks with Maduro as diplomats leave, telling military 'don't mistreat your people'

Venezuela's top military envoy to the United States defected from the government of President Nicolas Maduro on Saturday, as the South American nation said the two countries had scaled back their diplomatic missions to skeleton staff.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 28, 2019

BlackRock data leak affecting thousands also ensnared Envestnet advisers

Financial advisers served by technology provider Envestnet Inc. were among the thousands affected by a data leak at BlackRock Inc., the world's largest asset manager.
WORLD / Politics
Jan 27, 2019

Minister says Britain has martial law option under Brexit no-deal, but has no plans to exercise it

Britain has the option of using martial law to quell civil disorder that might ensue under a no-deal Brexit, but that is not the focus of the government's attention, Health Minister Matt Hancock said Sunday.

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