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OLYMPICS
Jul 20, 2021

U.S. softball standout Monica Abbott reflects on sport's Olympic comeback

The top-ranked Americans have waited over a decade to renew their quest for a fourth Olympic gold medal in the sport.
OLYMPICS
Jul 19, 2021

The many faces of Tokyo 2020’s charm offensive

Despite a lack of visitors and spectators at this year's Olympics, an army of volunteers aims to do their best and make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2021

As Tokyo Games draw near, confusion reigns and COVID-19 spreads

Even before the Olympics begin, measures meant to ensure a “safe and secure” event that may have looked good on paper aren't faring so well in practice.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 17, 2021

U.S. sanctions Chinese officials over Hong Kong democracy crackdown

The sanctions, posted by the U.S. Treasury Department, target individuals from China's Hong Kong liaison office, used by Beijing to orchestrate its policies in the Chinese territory.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / Destination Restaurants 2021
Jul 17, 2021

Tonoya Yo: Japan's fermentation fundamentals, made modern

Chef, brewmaster and hotelier Yotaro Sasaki takes locally grown Tono rice and traditional fermented fare to new culinary heights.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 16, 2021

Citing China’s pressure, U.S. warns investors on Hong Kong

Washington says Beijing's push to exert more control over the financial hub threatens the rule of law and endangers employees and data.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jul 14, 2021

The U.S.-China tech conflict front line goes through Belgium

The Interuniversity Microelectronics Center may be Belgium's best-kept secret, but it's in global demand for its work on the future of computer chips.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 14, 2021

Australia extends New South Wales lockdown as COVID-19 spreads in Sydney

The harbor city of 5 million residents entered an initial two-week lockdown in late June, as the delta variant took hold in a country that has otherwise largely avoided mass infections.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 14, 2021

Roger Federer withdraws from Tokyo Games due to knee setback

Federer, who turns 40 next month, had two knee surgeries in 2020 which resulted in more than a year of rehabilitation.
JAPAN
Jul 13, 2021

Japanese police confirm death of missing British teacher in Yokohama

While the discovery of Alice Hodgkinson's body had made headlines in the British media, Kanagawa police had remained silent on the issue, as the investigation was ongoing.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 12, 2021

On this German farm, cows are in charge. Or at least coequals.

At Hof Butenland, the turn away from animals as commodities is not only a question of human morality but of planetary survival.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Jul 12, 2021

Giannis Antetokounmpo helps Bucks bounce back in Game 3

Giannis Antetokounmpo dominated again and the Milwaukee Bucks won their first NBA Finals game since 1974 thanks to a supporting cast that delivered for the first time in the best-of-seven series.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 12, 2021

How Vietnam's 'influencer' army wages information warfare on Facebook

Force 47 soldiers are tasked with setting up, moderating and posting on pro-state Facebook groups, to correct 'wrong views' online.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jul 11, 2021

Ash Barty emulates idol Evonne Goolagong to claim first Wimbledon title

The 25-year-old World No. 1 became the first Australian woman to win the single's title at the grass-court Grand Slam since Goolagong claimed her second in 1980.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Jul 10, 2021

Afghan pilots assassinated by Taliban as U.S. withdraws

Afghan Air Force Maj. Dastagir Zamaray had grown so fearful of Taliban assassinations of off-duty forces in Kabul that he decided to sell his home to move to a safer pocket of Afghanistan's sprawling capital.
Japan Times
LIFE / Longform
Jul 10, 2021

In search of Japan's lost wolves: Enduring legacy

In the final chapter of our five-part series, we look at how the mythos and mystery of the wolf continue to captivate and inspire.
JAPAN
Jul 9, 2021

Empty seats and disappointed fans: An Olympics behind closed doors

“It's extremely unfortunate the games can't be held in their complete form, and for that I apologize to the many ticket holders,” Tokyo Organising Committee President Seiko Hashimoto said.
JAPAN
Jul 9, 2021

Tokyo Olympics to bar fans under new COVID-19 emergency

Organizers made the unprecedented decision to close venues in the Tokyo area just two weeks ahead of the opening of the games.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Jul 8, 2021

India supercharged its economy 30 years ago. COVID-19 unraveled it in months.

Years, and perhaps decades, of progress have been unwound in months, as many Indians who had clawed their way out of poverty face grim job prospects.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jul 8, 2021

Myanmar turmoil deepens as clashes spread

Five months after the coup, conflicts have flared anew in a country that already had some two dozen ethnic armed groups.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 7, 2021

Nomura’s prime brokerage pullback deals blow to global ambitions

The retreat adds to a list of stumbles for the firm as it takes on global risk to offset slower growth at home.
Japan Times
LIFE / Longform
Jul 6, 2021

In search of Japan's lost wolves: Primal howl

In the first installation of a five-part series, we track a four-legged enigma that some believe might still be roaming the nation's mountains and forests.
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COMMENTARY / World
Jul 6, 2021

Time for ASEAN minilateralism on Myanmar and territorial disputes in the South China Sea

Many Southeast Asian countries are too economically and strategically dependent on China to take a robust stance on the South China Sea disputes in favor of ASEAN claimant states
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 6, 2021

School's out for the Tokyo Olympics as parents and teachers reconsider trips

Many schools have pulled out of a program intended to let hundreds of thousands of children see the world's best athletes compete.

Longform

Figure skater Akiko Suzuki was once told her ideal weight should be 47 kilograms, a number she now admits she “naively believed.” This led to her have a relationship with food that resulted in her suffering from anorexia.
The silent battle Japanese athletes fight with weight