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Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Dec 14, 2018

Virgin Galactic rocket ship reaches space in test flight, setting stage for tourists to boldly go

A Virgin Galactic rocket plane reached space on Thursday and returned safely to the California desert, capping years of testing to become the first U.S. commercial human flight to breach Earth's atmosphere since America's shuttle program ended in 2011.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Dec 14, 2018

Federal prosecutors probing Trump inauguration spending: WSJ

Federal prosecutors are investigating whether U.S. President Donald Trump's inaugural committee misspent some of the funds it raised, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing people it said were familiar with the matter.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Dec 14, 2018

'Trust me': May tells EU leaders she can get Brexit deal passed in U.K. Parliament

"Trust me," Prime Minister Theresa May told other European Union leaders on Thursday, saying that with their help, she could win the British Parliament's backing for her Brexit deal and prevent a chaotic departure.
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

Year of Zayed: Continuing Sheikh Zayed’s legacy of collaboration

This year marks the 100th anniversary since the birth of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the revered former ruler of the United Arab Emirates.
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

‘Together We Shine’

2018 marks 100 years since the birth of the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. This year also sees Japanese trading company ITOCHU celebrating 160 years. Today, ITOCHU has become a trusted partner in the United Arab Emirates.
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

Celebrating 100 years and successful expansion into global markets

Next year, Torishima Pump Manufacturing Co. Ltd. will celebrate its centennial anniversary. The company’s high-tech pumps, projects, services and renewable energy and environmental solutions have gained international recognition. 
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

Twenty years of success in the UAE and the Middle East

Cooling solutions are a necessity in the United Arab Emirates, where average maximum temperatures can reach above 50 degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) in July and August. 
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 14, 2018

Two technicians die at U.S. McMurdo research station in Antarctica

Two technicians performing maintenance at a U.S. research station in Antarctica died on Wednesday while working on a building that houses a generator for a nearby radio transmitter, the National Science Foundation (NSF) said.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Dec 14, 2018

Struggling Sierra Leone's sick go untreated amid paralyzing strike by doctors

Seven-year-old Carlos Kamara needs urgent surgery on a collapsed lung after he swallowed a toy whistle. Instead, all he can do is lie in pain in a half-empty hospital ward waiting to be seen.
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

Delivering global supply chain solutions

Hitachi Transport System Ltd. (HTS) provides customers across the globe with industry-leading services such as third party logistics, heavy transport and freight forwarding and smart solutions called Smart Logistics. 
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

Attracting international scholars to create a vibrant and interactive learning environment

United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) was founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan as a higher education beacon for the UAE, providing the youth with higher education opportunities. It was the first university to be established in the country and the only university established...
Japan Times
UAE report 2018
Dec 14, 2018

Supporting the development of the UAE through innovative solutions

Toshiba Gulf FZE is Toshiba’s regional headquarters covering key markets in the Middle East and Africa. 
Japan Times
MULTIMEDIA
Dec 13, 2018

December 14, 2018

JAPAN
Dec 13, 2018

China tones down Japan criticism on Nanjing anniversary

China restrained its criticism of Japan on the 81st anniversary Thursday of the Nanjing massacre of Chinese civilians and others by Japanese soldiers, following improved bilateral ties.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Dec 13, 2018

Japanese winner of L'Oreal-UNESCO award for female scientists looks to reshape materials research

From a young age, Dr. Yukiko Ogawa knew she wanted to become a scientist. Growing up in Komaki, Aichi Prefecture, she would spend hours after school creating objects in her bedroom. It was this curiosity and early ingenuity when it came to designing novel things that led Ogawa to where she is today....
EDITORIALS
Dec 13, 2018

Universal human rights declaration, 70 years on

We should celebrate 70 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, but gird for still more fights to realize its objectives.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 13, 2018

A spotlight on Japan's criminal justice system

Ousted Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn's case will put Japan's criminal trial process on the global stage.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 13, 2018

December: A month to decide what to stop doing

It is time for us to reflect on our routine activities and why we do what we have been habitually doing.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 13, 2018

A new direction for Japanese agriculture

Japanese farmers can make higher profits and better compete with copycat products if they grow their produce overseas.
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 13, 2018

Globalization must center on people

After the 'yellow vests' challenged Macron in France, is there a way out of the conundrum for G20 nations?
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 13, 2018

The strengthening case against Trump

The House of Representatives' incoming Democratic committee chairs insist that they have no interest in impeaching President Donald Trump, but as they continue to investigate his administration's wrongdoings, that outcome may become inevitable.

Longform

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