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WORLD
Aug 8, 2022

Fighting around Ukrainian nuclear plant heightens safety fears

The Russian military has been using the Zaporizhzhia plant, Europe's largest, as a base to assault the Ukrainian-controlled town of Nikopol across the river.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / New Wine Frontier
Aug 7, 2022

A new wine legend sprouts from the land of the gods

Chief vintner Norio Abe wasn't interested in wine — until an order he couldn't refuse and a few years in the fields convinced him he had much more than a spark of talent.
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LIFE / Food & Drink / TOKYO FOOD FILE
Aug 7, 2022

Sip on sake’s unfiltered kin at Heiwa Shuzo’s new brewpub

Even from across the bar, there's no mistaking a bottle of milky doburoku for sake, its refined counterpart.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 7, 2022

FIFA reminds India of looming ban and loss of women's U-17 World Cup

If attempts to resolve governance issues at the All Indian Football Federation do not succeed, soccer's governing body may strip the country of the prestigious women's youth tournament.
Japan Times
WORLD
Aug 6, 2022

U.S. readies new $1 billion Ukraine weapons package

The Biden administration's next security assistance package will be one of the largest so far, and could include munitions for long-range weapons and armored medical transport vehicles.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Aug 6, 2022

Russia bans investors from 'unfriendly countries' from selling banking and key energy stakes

Western countries and allies, including Japan, have piled financial restrictions on Russia since it sent troops into Ukraine in late February.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 6, 2022

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says fast start vital to team's title hopes

'Every club is getting better, the managers are so exciting and that is why the Premier League is the best.'
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Aug 4, 2022

China begins massive drills around Taiwan amid fears of blockade

There are concerns that China could resort to military exercises and other coercive activities to gradually choke off Taiwan, including physically, digitally and economically.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 4, 2022

In the Taiwan crisis, we should be worried about history rhyming

Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan may prove dangerous — not because it is irresponsible, but because China has history of making strategic mistakes.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Aug 4, 2022

Al-Qaida unlikely to be deterred by al-Zawahri loss, experts say

The group's far-flung branches are tactically independent and are expected to plot more attacks on local and Western targets.
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Aug 3, 2022

Former yokozuna Hakuho faces new challenges as Miyagino stablemaster

Sumo's greatest-ever grand champion is now in charge of his own beya, but whether he will be able to rise through the complicated hierarchy of the Japan Sumo Association is an open question.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 3, 2022

China's 'COVID zero' could last for years because it works for Xi

While questions persist about the reliability of Chinese data, the country has reported just 5,226 COVID-19 deaths since the pandemic began, compared with more than 1 million in the U.S.
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JAPAN / Society / Longform
Aug 1, 2022

Inside Japan's happiest town

A shrinking community that was fading into obscurity is now considered the nation's happiest town. What's the secret behind the smiles in Hatoyama, Saitama?
Japan Times
WORLD
Aug 1, 2022

Some wounded Russian soldiers find compensation elusive, despite Putin’s pledge

For some, it's because a little-noticed clarification to the rules has narrowed the criteria for eligibility; others face bureaucratic obstacles or delays in getting applications approved.
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jul 31, 2022

Kishida to call for nuke-free world in historic address at U.N. treaty conference

The prime minister, who represents a district in Hiroshima, is also expected to call for greater transparency among nuclear powers regarding their stockpiles and capabilities.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jul 31, 2022

Euro finalist Lionesses poised to change English game forever

Since a chastening 2009 loss in a half-empty Helsinki Olympic Stadium against a Germany side years ahead in evolution, the women's game in England has changed beyond all recognition.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 30, 2022

As U.S. defends Ukraine at U.N., China warns against challenge over Taiwan

The determination of China to defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity should not be underestimated, Beijing's U.N. ambassador said.
JAPAN
Jul 29, 2022

Japan to let prefectures declare new anti-COVID measures but won't curb social activities

Governors will now be able to declare that their prefectures are in need of measures to counter the BA.5 subvariant when their health care systems are severely strained.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 29, 2022

China’s Politburo signals no big stimulus despite slowdown

Instead, the country's top leaders are calling on officials to ensure that housing projects are completed following a wave of mortgage boycotts.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 29, 2022

BOJ members warn of global slowdown and urge stimulus stay in place

Unlike the U.S. and Europe, Japan's economy remains smaller than its pre-COVID-19 level and the latest projections suggest it will remain so this year.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 29, 2022

No deal yet with U.S. on Brittney Griner swap for arms dealer, Russia says

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday the U.S. has made a 'substantial offer' to Moscow to release American citizens held in Russia.
Japan Times
Switzerland report 2022
Jul 29, 2022

Every good trip begins with good advice

Harry Kolb Travel Services has been organizing trips from Switzerland to Japan and the Far East for 40 years.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music
Jul 28, 2022

Fuji Rock Festival eyes a return to form

Overseas acts are back on the lineup but local artists will make the most of those sultry nights at one of Japan's marquee summer music festivals.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 28, 2022

From property crisis to 'COVID zero': What to watch for in China's Politburo meeting

There are some signs that authorities could tweak the rhetoric around economic targets or downplay its significance, rather than change it outright.

Longform

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