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Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Feb 9, 2021

Global funds ditched JGBs in 2020 for first time in seven years

Overseas investors offloaded a net u00a52.79 trillion ($26.5 billion) of JGBs, the first drop since 2013, according to the latest balance-of-payments data.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 8, 2021

China arrests Australian TV anchor on national security charge

Cheng Lei, a Chinese-born Australian, was formally arrested in China following six months of detention 'on suspicion of illegally supplying state secrets overseas.”
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Feb 7, 2021

Astros sign Carlos Correa, avoid arbitration

The Houston Astros agreed to a one-year deal with All-Star shortstop Carlos Correa to avoid arbitration.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Feb 4, 2021

Myanmar’s coup must be reversed

During the darkest days of Myanmar's military junta, Tokyo governments worried that isolating Myanmar would push it into China's sphere of influence.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Feb 4, 2021

Toyota moves to take on Tesla in high-tech auto software

Overseen by a star Silicon Valley engineer, the automaker's Arene system allows new features to be installed in a car's existing hardware over the air.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Feb 2, 2021

Public investment in vaccine development is crucial for Japan's future

The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the nation's inability to research, develop and produce supplies in a timely manner.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Feb 2, 2021

Mitch McConnell calls Marjorie Taylor Greene a 'cancer' on GOP

Mitch McConnell, the top Senate Republican, said on Monday that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's embrace of conspiracy theories was a "cancer" on their party, as House Democrats moved to strip her of committee assignments.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 31, 2021

China gene firm providing worldwide COVID-19 tests worked with Chinese military

BGI Group's links to the People's Liberation Army, which have not been previously reported, include research with China's top military supercomputing experts.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jan 28, 2021

U.S. Sen. Mitt Romney throws support behind holding Tokyo Games

U.S. Sen. Mitt Romney has thrown his support behind the Tokyo Olympics this summer, saying the games should be held with a limit on the number of fans and would serve as an inspiration for the world during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / FOCUS
Jan 26, 2021

Nissan flips the switch on electric reboot in China

At least one new Nissan car will hit the Chinese market each year through 2025.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jan 25, 2021

As protests shake Russia, Kremlin drops its ‘Navalny who?’ tack

The tightly scripted attack on Navalny underlined how the opposition leader's dramatic return to Russia and his arrest have changed the landscape of Russian politics.
Japan Times
BASEBALL
Jan 17, 2021

With an eye toward Japan, fans call on MLB to protect crowds from dangerous foul balls

One activist believes the methods used by NPB teams to prevent injuries in the stands could easily be applied to the majors.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 17, 2021

Protesters who fled Hong Kong arrive in U.S., seeking asylum

Their arrival could create further tensions between China and the United States, posing an early challenge for the incoming Biden administration.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jan 17, 2021

Why a new Asia policy is needed under Biden

During the four years of the Trump administration, the U.S. has been left behind in efforts to construct a new regional architecture in the Asia-Pacific.
ENVIRONMENT
Jan 16, 2021

The true cost of the climate crisis on Japan

The prime minister has called for Japan to be carbon neutral by 2050, but bolder measures look necessary to reduce the economic damage caused by global warming.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 16, 2021

Glitches, long hours and delays: Inside Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous rollout

Interviews with current and former CD Projekt staff depict a development process marred by unchecked ambition, poor planning and technical shortcomings.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 15, 2021

Can America lead again?

Whether Biden can restore and sustain America's global leadership depends on how effectively he mends domestic fractures and addresses deep-seated misgivings about globalization.
Japan Times
PARALYMPICS
Jan 15, 2021

Paralympian Neil Fachie says athletes face moral dilemma over vaccine

British Paralympian Neil Fachie believes athletes face a moral dilemma over being vaccinated for COVID-19 ahead of high-risk individuals but said he would take the shot if it was offered before this year's Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Jan 14, 2021

Rockets send star James Harden to Nets in blockbuster four-team trade

The move comes a day after a disgruntled Harden went on a postgame rant following Tuesday's 117-100 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

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A small shrine perched atop rocks braves the waves hitting the shoreline during a storm in Shimoda, Shizuoka Prefecture. The area is under threat of a possible 31-meter-high tsunami if an earthquake strikes the nearby Nankai Trough.
If the 'Big One' hits, this city could face a 31-meter-high tsunami