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PRESS / Events
Jun 20, 2023

“How Chambers of Commerce influence sustainability at home and abroad” with Sally Townsend

The Japan Times Cube Inc. (representative director: Minako Suematsu) launched Roundtable by The Japan Times, a series of talk events held in Tokyo, Japan.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 19, 2023

Mass immigration experiment gives Canada an edge in global race for labor

A country that has about as many people as the state of California has added more than the population of San Francisco in immigrants over the past year.
Japan Times
Jun 14, 2023

Kotozna CEO Genri Goto speaks at "The Founders Peak Tokyo," an event within the Singapore FinTech Festival, one of the largest FinTech events in the world.

●Overview Kotozna (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, CEO Genri Goto, https://kotozna.com/en) is pleased to announce that our CEO Genri Goto spoke at "The Founders Peak Tokyo," a speakers' event within the Singapore FinTech Festival, one of the largest FinTech events in the world, held on May 16, 2023. He...
JAPAN
Jun 4, 2023

Kansai Electric asks solar and wind power firms to suspend output

On Sunday, solar and wind power generation was suspended between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m as electricity supply in the Kansai electric areas would have exceeded demand by 470,000 kilowatts.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 3, 2023

After rough start, U.N. plastic treaty talks end with mandate for first draft

By the session's close, countries agreed to prepare a 'zero draft' text of what would become a legally binding plastics treaty.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Jun 3, 2023

This company promises no waits at airport security, but can it take off?

Despite paying for pricey subscriptions, some airline passengers are hurrying up and waiting at security.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 2, 2023

Your first robot butler will need human eyes

Automatons that clean your house are getting closer to reality, but they’ll still need people to steer them for several years
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 28, 2023

China jet to rival Airbus and Boeing makes first commercial flight

The manufacturer hopes to disrupt the dominance of Boeing and Airbus, but the C919 remains certified to fly within China only.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 10, 2023

Tucker Carlson plans show on Twitter, calling it last big free speech platform

Carlson was ousted last month from Fox News after evidence was found during court proceedings that he had insulted management, colleagues and guests.
Japan Times
PRESS / Events
May 1, 2023

“Exploring LGBTQ+ issues and movement in Japan” with Alexander Dmitrenko

The Japan Times Cube Inc. (representative director: Minako Suematsu) launched Roundtable by The Japan Times, a series of talk events held in Tokyo, Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 28, 2023

Kyushu Electric to raise ¥200 billion to fund green transition

Japanese utilities were hit by high fuel costs last year as a post-pandemic energy crisis was exacerbated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Apr 21, 2023

Cancer vaccine hunt makes progress, finally

A small cancer drug study shows promise in deploying mRNA technology against melanoma, but fighting tumors is vastly more complex than tackling COVID-19.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 4, 2023

Tesla's legal troubles: What's next after $3 million race bias verdict?

The case is one of several involving working conditions at Tesla and other companies run by billionaire Elon Musk.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 3, 2023

China hits Micron with review of chips, citing security risks

Beijing said it will conduct the review into America’s largest chipmaker to ensure the integrity of China's information infrastructure supply chain and national security.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Mar 30, 2023

Dentsu to continue Olympics-related business despite indictment

Dentsu and others were indicted last month over allegedly rigging bids for contracts related to Tokyo Games venue management.
PRESS / Events
Mar 22, 2023

“Guiding corporate leaders in diversity and equity for innovation (DEI)” with Jackie F. Steele

The Japan Times Cube Inc. (representative director: Minako Suematsu) launched Roundtable by The Japan Times, a series of talk events broadcasted in Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 17, 2023

Largest U.S. lenders toss First Republic Bank a lifeline

Over two days of frantic phone calls, meetings and some arm-twisting, the CEOs of 11 banks have agreed to chip in a total of $30 billion to save the troubled lender.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 16, 2023

Splitting up social media may be its only hope

Keeping different groups away from each other could be the best way to prevent a total meltdown of digital society.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 14, 2023

What Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse means for climate tech

SVB was known as a climate bank that lent big to renewable energy companies, specialized in small solar projects and served more than 1,550 customers doing climate and sustainability work.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 9, 2023

Nomura cuts entertainment budget as rising costs hurt profit

The firm decided to cut its spending plan by about 30% for the current fiscal year following weak earnings in the first half, in a move that affects executives and senior managing directors.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 4, 2023

The Murdoch empire — and Fox News — is at a crossroads

Just how influential Rupert Murdoch remains looms large in Republican circles ahead of what portends to be a contentious 2024 U.S. presidential primary race.
Japan Times
PRESS / Events
Mar 3, 2023

“Combining climate action and diplomacy with a love of nature” with Carole Fuchs

The Japan Times Cube Inc. (representative director: Minako Suematsu) launched Roundtable by The Japan Times, a series of talk events broadcasted in Japan.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Southeastern USA report 2023
Feb 28, 2023

Morinaga tastes sweet success in the U.S.

There is much to celebrate for 124-year-old Morinaga. Since setting up shop in the United States 15 years ago, the top Japanese confectionery maker has seen its best-selling soft candy Hi-Chew become a huge hit among millions of Americans.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Southeastern USA report 2023
Feb 28, 2023

Midrex Technologies: People and the planet come first

Midrex Technologies Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan’s Kobe Steel, attributes its 50-year longevity and success to a well-established culture of prioritizing people — from its employees and partners to its suppliers and customers.
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design / ON: DESIGN
Feb 18, 2023

Japan’s award-winning travel goods make any trip a breeze

Don't even think about leaving home without these mindfully produced travel essentials.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 8, 2023

Solar panels are the U.S. Midwest’s new cash crop as green energy booms

Ohio and Indiana — two Republican-led U.S. states long dependent on coal power — are set to see major expansion of solar farms.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jan 31, 2023

Nissan resolves Renault grievance through big payoff for partner

The partners are on the cusp of redefining the foundations of their alliance with a framework deal to equalize their cross-shareholdings.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 7, 2023

Musk ultimatum to Taiwan imperils its push to war-proof internet

His Starlink network offers one solution, but Taiwan’s is wary of the billionaire and his deep business ties to Beijing.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 1, 2023

Apple hits historic $3 trillion milestone

The iPhone-maker gained 2.3% on Friday, adding to a rally that’s added more than $983 billion to its size this year.

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