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Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 22, 2023

Biden picks Lisa Franchetti as first woman admiral to lead U.S. Navy

But it is unclear if the Senate will confirm her by the time her predecessor leaves office, as a Republican lawmaker is stalling more than 200 senior military nominations.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 22, 2023

G7 and others ask China to stop North Korea sanctions evasion in its waters

The countries will provide satellite images that 'clearly indicates these practices continued to occur within China's jurisdiction in 2022 and have continued in 2023.'
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 22, 2023

Biden secures tech safety pledges over 'enormous' AI risks

The U.S. leader said the cutting-edge tech companies had made commitments to 'guide responsible innovation' as AI rips ever deeper into personal and business life.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 22, 2023

Trump documents trial set for May 2024, at height of White House race

U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon set the start of the jury trial of the former president — the first ever to face criminal charges — for May 20, 2024.
Japan Times
CARTOONS / ZERO GRAVITY
Jul 22, 2023

Roger Dahl on solar power

Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 22, 2023

Biden names CIA Director William Burns to his Cabinet

The move elevates one of the U.S. president's closest advisers on national security and foreign policy.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Jul 22, 2023

Bringing Private King home: Reaching Pyongyang is the first challenge

Securing the return of citizens from North Korea has never been easy for the U.S. It may be even harder now, with communications now almost nonexistent.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Jul 22, 2023

Can a new art fair finally put Tokyo on the map?

Tokyo Gendai puts on a good event but still needs to change Japanese opinions on contemporary art.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023

China briefs trade partners on new anti-espionage law

The law, which took effect this month, bans the transfer of any information related to national security and interests, without defining those terms.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023

Japan's top financial diplomat signals chance of BOJ policy tweaks

In rare remarks on monetary policy, Masato Kanda said he expects the Bank of Japan to make a judgment on policy by analyzing the conditions and outlook for prices at every review.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 21, 2023

Tokyo prosecutor suspected of offering to nix man's indictment to build case against Kawai

The prosecutor is suspected of convincing the man to admit the money he received was for vote-buying purposes, sources said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 21, 2023

Three girls dead after drowning in Fukuoka river

According to a local police station, the three sixth-grade girls were found at a depth of 3 meters. They were confirmed dead after being taken to a hospital unconscious.
Japan Times
SOCCER / Women's World Cup
Jul 21, 2023

Nadeshiko Japan's Women's World Cup glory now distant memory as nation lags far behind rivals

Japan begins its latest World Cup campaign against Zambia on Saturday, but is ranked 11th now and no longer among the favorites.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 21, 2023

China’s blanket testing for Japanese seafood affecting Japanese businesses

Seafood from five Japanese firms remains at Chinese customs, running the risk of a ¥100 million loss if they end up spoiling.
Japan Times
SOCCER / Women's World Cup
Jul 21, 2023

Switzerland begins Women's World Cup campaign with win over debutant Philippines

Switzerland made a winning start to its Women's World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over the Philippines at Dunedin Stadium on Friday, thanks to Ramona Bachmann's first-half penalty and a close-range effort from Seraina Piubel.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 21, 2023

The coming disruption of animal food production is almost here

It will be easier to persuade people to avoid meat from animals if they can eat meat and other animal products that taste like those they know but do not require raising animals.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 21, 2023

Most Asians in U.S., even those of Chinese descent, see China negatively

Only about 4 in 10 Chinese Americans see China in a positive light, with 15% holding a very unfavorable view of the country, more than the rates for India (10%), Vietnam (5%) and Japan (4%).
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 21, 2023

Thai election winner lets ally lead government formation

The Move Forward Party leader has been blocked at every turn by conservative parties and military-appointed officials.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 21, 2023

Sunak avoids wipeout in key local elections

By-elections were seen as an indicator of the two main parties' prospects at a time when voters are struggling with high inflation, strikes and rising mortgage rates.
Japan Times
SOCCER / Women's World Cup
Jul 21, 2023

Australia and New Zealand get Women's World Cup off to rousing start with wins in front of record crowds

Australia and New Zealand earned slim victories at home to kick off the Women's World Cup.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jul 21, 2023

GSDF amphibious unit now seen as 'partner' of U.S. Marines

The GSDF unit and the U.S. Marine Corps have conducted many joint exercises, and the two sides can now work together in higher-level operations, according to GSDF Col. Taisuke Fujimura.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 21, 2023

Modi condemns Manipur sexual assault as 'shameful' after footage goes viral

The incident prompted India's prime minister to make his first comments on clashes in India's remote northeast that have killed at least 125 people.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023

Tokyo's new condo prices surge 60% to a record in first half of year

The average price of a new apartment in central Tokyo jumped 60% to ¥129.6 million ($930,000) in the January to June period.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023

Japan's price growth accelerates ahead of BOJ inflation update

Prices excluding those for fresh food gained 3.3% from a year ago, accelerating a little from the rise in May as energy prices were less of a drag on inflation.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 21, 2023

White House looks forward to hearing about Kissinger's China trip

Kissinger — an architect of normalizing ties between Washington and Beijing in the 1970s — was welcomed warmly as an 'old friend' by Xi Jinping.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 21, 2023

China's sagging economy looms over quarterly results around the world

Both U.S. and European companies with exposure to China could be hit by that economy's sluggish growth as its post-COVID momentum has faltered rapidly.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 21, 2023

Shohei Ohtani's All-Star helmet draws winning bid of $98,010

The helmet two-way star Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels used in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game on July 11 was sold for $98,010, or about ¥13.7 million, on the MLB official auction site.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 20, 2023

'Brainwashed': Ukraine mother finds daughter changed by occupation

Living in Russian-occupied Ukraine, 6-year-old Anna-Maria learned to call President Vladimir Putin 'Uncle Vova' and believed he was 'president of the world,' her mother said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 20, 2023

China's blanket seafood testing deals blow to Japanese firms

The newly implemented testing is seen as a move to pressure Tokyo over its plan to begin releasing treated radioactive water from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 20, 2023

Kishida’s Middle East visit creates a great opportunity for Japan

Kishida visit shows Japan's policy vis-a-vis the Middle East is shifting from the traditional energy-securing economic diplomacy to a more strategic foreign policy.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
Kishida defends planned rule to revoke foreigners' residency
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a meeting of the Lower House Judicial Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Human bone-like objects found at Nippon Steel plant’s molten iron pot, with one worker missing
Police believe it’s highly possible that human bones found in a molten iron pot at Nippon Steel's Oita factory belong to a missing male employee.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Japan to review romanization system for first time in 70 years
An advisory panel to the education ministry will consider how the Japanese language should be transcribed into the Latin alphabet, including unifying different romanization styles currently in use.
Japanese rap creates its mecca in Pop Yours
Tokyo-based artist Jumadiba says he forgoes the label of simply “rap” for his music because the Japanese rap scene isn’t confined to a particular sound.
Who’s toughest on China? Biden’s tariff tactic ups ante as election looms.
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks about new actions to protect American workers and businesses from China's "unfair" trade practices, in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington on Tuesday.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Ishin struggles to set itself apart from other parties
Nippon Ishin no Kai Secretary-General Fumitake Fujita (right) speaks beside Yui Kanazawa, the party's candidate in the Tokyo 15th district by-election on April 28. Nippon Ishin lost in this by-election as well as another in Nagasaki held on the same day.
In Japan, 68,000 people over 65 projected to die alone at home this year
As Japan grapples with its population's rapid aging, supporting people who live and age alone is looming larger on the policy agenda.

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