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WORLD
Jun 3, 2022

Ukraine investigates deportation of children to Russia as possible genocide

International humanitarian law classifies the forced mass deportation of people during a conflict as a war crime. 'Forcibly transferring children' in particular qualifies as genocide.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 3, 2022

Elon Musk feels 'super bad' about economy as he announces need to cut 10% of Tesla jobs

The message, titled 'pause all hiring worldwide,' adds to a growing chorus of warnings from business leaders about the risks of recession.
BUSINESS
Jun 3, 2022

Japan passes stablecoin bill that enshrines investor protection

Stablecoins must be linked to the yen or another legal tender and guarantee holders the right to redeem them at face value.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 3, 2022

China COVID victory claim undermined by arrests and sudden closures

Continued lockdowns for some Shanghai residents have resulted in conflicts with police, while a flash shutdown of a luxury shopping mall trapped shoppers and staff inside.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 3, 2022

As war rages into its 100th day, Russia now controls a fifth of Ukraine

Though battered, depleted and repulsed from their initial drive to capture the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv, Russian troops have used their superior artillery power to make new gains.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 2, 2022

South Korea eyes China with growing concern

China's territorial assertiveness and bullying are becoming harder for South Korea to ignore.
BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Jun 2, 2022

Kishida's 'new capitalism' not so new, economists say, but on the right track

Much of the language in this week's draft economic proposal was familiar, but the new emphasis on human resources could help lift Japan's economy.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Jun 2, 2022

Europe eyes common subsea wind power grid to bolster energy security

An idea being looked at are offshore grids, with new wind farms connected to hubs, or energy islands, and linked by interconnecting power cables.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 2, 2022

WHO says COVID in North Korea likely 'getting worse, not better'

North Korean state media has said the COVID-19 wave has subsided, after daily numbers of people with fever topped 390,000 about two weeks ago.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Jun 1, 2022

Indian private refiners profit from cheap Russian crude as state refiners suffer

Private refiners have helped drive total Indian fuel exports 15% higher in the first five months of 2022 compared with the same period in 2021.
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Jun 1, 2022

New challengers arrive as retired greats enjoy end of 'long goodbye'

Long stints in Japan's national sport aren't as common as they might seem at first glance, especially in sumo's upper echelons.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 1, 2022

Is Japan overtaking China on infrastructure financing in Kenya?

Could Kenya be the first “win” for Japan and the Group of Seven's Build Back Better World versus China's Belt and Road Initiative in Africa?
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 1, 2022

Japan tweaks budget goal wording to gain more fiscal flexibility

Japan's target of balancing its budget excluding debt payments by 2025 had long seemed unlikely, even by the government's own growth projections.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 1, 2022

Manufacturers led the way for Japan's first quarter 3% corporate expenditure rise

Firm business expenditure could raise hopes for policymakers counting on cash-rich Japanese corporations to splurge on investment in plants and equipment.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 1, 2022

Climate change is behind weird rainfall patterns in Europe, study says

The research is the first to show the direct link between seasonal rainfall trends in Europe and climate change
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 31, 2022

When will Kishida fully reopen Japan's borders?

A look at the political forces that have been driving Japan's draconian stance on incoming tourism for the past two years.
SOCCER / J. League / J. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
May 31, 2022

June international break a welcome relief for struggling J. League teams

Three clubs initially expected to vie for the title will be especially grateful for the chance to reboot their campaigns.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 31, 2022

Russia faces deepest economic crisis in a generation, but many have yet to feel it

Trade with the outside world has plunged, consumers are reluctant to spend and rising prices on basic items are starting to squeeze household budgets.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 31, 2022

France blames Liverpool, ticket fraud for Champions League trouble

French Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera has commissioned a report into the trouble at the match, which was delayed by 35 minutes due to chaos outside Paris' Stade de France.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 31, 2022

Relief and disbelief as Shanghai to start lifting COVID-19 lockdown

The city's prolonged lockdown has caused income losses, stress and despair to millions struggling to access food or get emergency health care.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 31, 2022

Japan's April factory output slumps in worrying sign for economy

Factory output dropped 1.3% in April from the previous month on sharp falls in the production of items such as electronic parts and production machinery.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 31, 2022

Smart ring that acts as wallet and key gets backing from big Japanese firms

Made out of zirconia, the finger-worn gadget lets people do things such as lock and unlock doors, as well as pay for drinks in stores.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Issues / THE FOREIGN ELEMENT
May 30, 2022

Rebuilding a community starting from scratch

Moved by visits to the area, a pair of students wants visitors to know there is more to the town of Futaba, Fukushima Pref., than disaster.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 30, 2022

Japan drops time frame for budget balancing target in draft economic roadmap

The absence of the target in the midyear policy roadmap could raise questions about Japan's resolve to fix its tattered public finances.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2022

For Russian-speaking Ukrainians, language clubs offer way to defy invaders

Many Ukraine citizens speak Russian as their first language. Volunteer organizations are helping them improve their Ukrainian and abandon “the occupiers' language.”

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