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BUSINESS
Nov 1, 2019

In record deal, U.S. to recoup $1 billion from Malaysian fugitive Jho Low

The U.S. Justice Department has struck a deal to recoup $1 billion in funds allegedly looted from a Malaysian state investment fund by fugitive financier Jho Low, in a record capture for a U.S. anti-corruption probe.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 31, 2019

Facebook's gains show user growth still possible in U.S.

Facebook Inc. delivered better-than-projected sales and steady user growth in its third quarter, proving that its business can endure increasing regulatory scrutiny and criticism over its immense reach and influence.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Oct 31, 2019

Brian Rowsom out as NeoPhoenix coach

After an 0-10 start under new coach Brian Rowsom, the San-en NeoPhoenix have parted ways with the American mentor.
JAPAN
Oct 31, 2019

Japanese pearl industry rocked by 20 million oyster die-off

The mysterious death of over 20 million Akoya pearl oysters in Ehime, Mie and other prefectures this summer is expected to hobble pearl production next year and beyond.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / 2010s: Decade in Review
Oct 31, 2019

Halloween's rise in the 2010s provided Shibuya crossing with plenty of tricks and treats

While Halloween has been around in Japan for a few decades it wasn't until recently that it became a true phenomenon, especially at Tokyo's iconic Shibuya crossing.
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CULTURE / Film
Oct 31, 2019

Nobuhiko Obayashi: A life spent working among Japan's movie greats

As the Tokyo International Film Festival stages a retrospective of his work, filmmaker Nobuhiko Obayashi talks of a past working with movie greats, such as Akira Kurosawa
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BUSINESS
Oct 31, 2019

Migrant cash can buy palace in Vietnam's 'Billionaire Village' but cost can be one's life

At least three of the 39 victims found in the back of a truck in Britain last week set off from Vietnam's "Billionaire Village" in search of their fortunes.
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BUSINESS
Oct 31, 2019

Bolsonaro threatens Brazil's Globo TV over 'villainous' report linking him to councilwoman's assassination

President Jair Bolsonaro threatened on Wednesday to cancel the license of Brazil's largest TV network, Globo, accusing it of "villainous journalism" after a report connecting him with a former police officer accused of killing a Rio de Janeiro city councilwoman last year.
JAPAN / The Argument: Casinos
Oct 30, 2019

Japan is going all-in on casinos. Will the gamble pay off?

More and more municipalities in Japan are considering placing a bet on casinos following the enactment of a law last year that spelled out a raft of rules on the structure of the nation's planned integrated resorts (IR), nomenclature for casinos.
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COMMENTARY / World
Oct 30, 2019

Asia faces a time for choosing

At the ASEAN summit, the path forward should be to double down on and recommit to the principles that have brought Southeast Asia success in recent decades.
Special Supplements / Hungary National Day Special
Oct 30, 2019

Japanese car forges friendship and trust

Right after 1982, when Suzuki started business in India, we also aimed to enter the European market, with the goal to become the No.1 carmaker. At that time, most of the Western European countries had strong domestic automotive companies, so we had enough reason to focus on Eastern Europe. We had especially great interest in Hungary, a small country in the middle of Europe, with no relevant car industry, where our compact cars could be recognized as the people's car, or “mi autonk” (our car), as they are now called in Hungarian.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Oct 30, 2019

Tepco may become first Japanese utility to issue green bonds

Tokyo Electric Power Co. Holdings Inc. could become the first Japanese utility to issue green bonds.
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WORLD
Oct 30, 2019

Southern California firefighters brace for resurgence of extreme winds

Firefighters braced late on Tuesday for a resurgence of strong Santa Ana desert winds across Southern California after a day of light breezes helped them gain ground against a blaze displacing thousands of Los Angeles residents near the famed Getty Center museum.
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CULTURE / Entertainment news
Oct 30, 2019

John Legend updates classic 'Baby It's Cold Outside' to remove lines seen encouraging date rape

American singer-songwriter John Legend has revamped the 75-year-old classic "Baby It's Cold Outside" for the #MeToo era, after it was banned last year as critics said it encouraged date rape.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Oct 29, 2019

China and Japan make progress on cordiality track

Despite a mutual desire for improved relations, problems keep popping up, underlining deep-seated differences.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music
Oct 29, 2019

Industrial JP: Bringing Japan's factories to the dancefloor

Industrial JP has embarked on a project to document the sounds of Japanese factories and turn them into music fit for the dancefloor
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 29, 2019

New Japanese trade minister hopes for RCEP agreement by the end of the year

Japan is ready to take a leadership role in finalizing an Asian free trade deal by the end of the year, newly appointed trade minister Hiroshi Kajiyama said Tuesday, days after his predecessor stepped down over a gift scandal.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Oct 29, 2019

Yankees fire longtime pitching coach Larry Rothschild

Larry Rothschild has been fired as the New York Yankees' pitching coach after nine seasons.
Japan Times
Rugby
Oct 29, 2019

Johnny Wilkinson, Bryan Habana show kids how it is done

The 2019 Rugby World Cup has been electrified by inspirational performances of the Japan national team, which made the knockout stage for the first time at the quadrennial tournament.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 29, 2019

Mario Kart Tour a much-needed smartphone hit for Nintendo

Nintendo Co. can finally claim a megahit smartphone game with its new Mario Kart Tour, which has been downloaded 123.9 million times in its first month and comfortably eclipsed the company's previous mobile game debuts, according to data from app research firm Sensor Tower.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 29, 2019

SoftBank's lame dog: Wag Labs sale talks may take bite out of valuation

Wag Labs Inc., one of SoftBank Group Corp.'s high-profile venture investments, is seeking to sell itself for a knock-down price after growth stalled, according to two people familiar with the situation.
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JAPAN
Oct 29, 2019

Former Canadian PM on democracy's role in world affairs

The fifth Global Opinion Leaders Summit was held in Tokyo on Oct. 17 with former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper delivering the keynote before a panel discussion on geopolitical and economic issues.

Longform

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