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ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 30, 2022

Shotoku show revives prince’s push for peace

“I have a dream. I want to make this country warless and peaceful,” the prince declares to his wife during an opera set in sixth century Japan.
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WORLD
Sep 30, 2022

Putin to host Kremlin ceremony annexing parts of Ukraine

United Nations chief Antonio Guterres has issued a warning, saying the planned annexations were a 'dangerous escalation' and jeopardize prospects for peace.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Sep 30, 2022

Can industrial tourism help revitalize Japan’s manufacturing regions?

From metalworking tours to “washi” paper-making workshops, a number of prefectures are holding events to welcome visitors interested in local businesses and craftspeople.
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MORE SPORTS
Sep 27, 2022

With a gamer prince and oil billions, Saudi Arabia turns to esports

The world's biggest oil exporter has leveraged its immense wealth to assert itself on the esports stage, hosting glitzy conferences and snapping up established tournament organizers.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 27, 2022

Shinzo Abe’s funeral furor is Japan’s most unedifying debate

Partisan bickering over Shinzo Abe's state memorial was an embarrassment for the nation on the world stage.
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Sep 26, 2022

Japan and China's 'hot' economic ties increasingly complex

Fifty years on from Japan's restoration of relations with Beijing, trade and investment between the two nations is now more likely to feel an impact from political tensions.
JAPAN
Sep 26, 2022

South Korea's Yoon vows to rebuild Japan ties — whatever challenges lie ahead

President Yoon Suk-yeol stressed that a single round of bilateral talks alone will not bring about satisfactory results, after his meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida last week.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 26, 2022

Xi’s 'core' status reaffirmed as party unveils congress invitees

In a Monday editorial, the People's Daily newspaper urged delegates to closely align behind 'comrade Xi Jinping as the core” of the party.
JAPAN / FOCUS
Sep 25, 2022

Local understanding crucial as Japan looks to beef up southwestern island defenses

In the far-flung Nansei Islands, a crucial issue is gaining the understanding of locals amid concerns that they may be caught up in the fighting in the event of a conflict.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Sep 23, 2022

With COVID rules relaxed, tennis stars and fans soak up Pan Pacific Open

The atmosphere at this year's Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo is in stark contrast to what players faced last year at the same venue during the spectatorless 2020 Games.
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Sep 22, 2022

South Koreans form backbone of International team's Presidents Cup hopes

Adding Japan's Hideki Matsuyama, a record five Asian players are represented on the International squad.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 21, 2022

Ukraine wants Japan to be a security guarantor

Given Japan is the world's No. 3 economy, and despite it's inability to grant substantive military support, Kyiv's pursuit of Tokyo's backing makes sense and would be a boon for Ukraine.
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BUSINESS / Tech
Sep 21, 2022

Elon Musk faces skeptics as Tesla gets ready to unveil 'Optimus' robot

The company is floating ambitious plans to deploy thousands of humanoid robots, known as Tesla Bot or Optimus, within its factories.
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JAPAN / Explainer
Sep 20, 2022

Debate over Abe's state funeral puts spotlight on practices of other nations

Japanese social media users have used 'real state funeral' to refer to Queen Elizabeth II's ceremony, highlighting their opposition to the state funeral plan for Abe.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 20, 2022

Housewife loses way in life and rebuilds as corporate exec

“Do not try to score 100 out of 100 points in your life because those are the points you earn from others, which will not make you truly happy. Only look to yourself to discover what makes you happy.” This is the message that Marraige Emichika, who was born Chika Emi but goes by Emichika, is trying...
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 19, 2022

Biden says U.S. would defend Taiwan in ‘unprecedented attack’

The U.S. president's remarks on defending the democratic island in the event of a Chinese invasion were his fourth and most explicit statement on the issue since taking office.
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Sep 17, 2022

LIV Golf defections deliver blow to Presidents Cup

The International squad will field eight rookies against an American lineup with 12 of the world's 26 top-ranked players.
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LIFE / Digital
Sep 17, 2022

Here to stay, livestreams can’t help but steal thunder from in-show events

Gaming expos were once premier, marquee events. Now, even game makers themselves seem ready to give up on the idea of breaking news for attendees only.
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WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Sep 16, 2022

Putin’s support for China on Taiwan outweighs any of Xi's concerns about Ukraine

During their first in-person talks since the Ukraine war began, Putin blasted what he called 'provocations by the U.S. and its satellites in the Taiwan Strait.'
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OLYMPICS
Sep 16, 2022

Pathway back to competition for Russian athletes being considered

The IOC is now beginning to consider a pathway back for athletes from Russia and Belarus, saying athletes should not be punished for the actions of their governments.
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WORLD
Sep 16, 2022

Climate change intensified rain that fueled deadly Pakistan floods, study says

The death toll from the floods has risen to nearly 1,500 and the physical damage to the country may surpass $30 billion.
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LIFE / Digital
Sep 16, 2022

Wanted, Wo Long and remakes lead Tokyo Game Show’s return

After three years, the Tokyo Game Show is finally back to normal. But did this year's demos make it worth the wait?
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JAPAN
Sep 15, 2022

Opposition parties split over Abe state funeral as CDP says it won't attend

The government's failure to address concerns over the funeral's necessity, the decision-making process for the event and its cost are some of the reasons raised for the CDP's decision.
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Sep 14, 2022

Boston Marathon adds nonbinary runner option for 2023 race

Nonbinary runners must qualify using standards from the women's division, with race organizers promising updates once more data is collected.

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