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WORLD
Jun 3, 2020

Biden takes Trump to task for fanning ‘flames of hate’ in protests

Joe Biden called on Congress not to wait for the November election to begin to address inequities in economic opportunity and criminal justice that disproportionately affect African Americans and have been the underlying cause of protests sweeping across the U.S.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 2, 2020

How one man’s efforts saved Japan's postwar democracy and the SDF

Defense Agency Director-General Munenori Akagi opposed using the Self-Defense Forces to put down civil disturbances.
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BUSINESS
Jun 1, 2020

Pandemic opens door to ideas new and old for a better economy

Governments have already cast aside dogmas at least temporarily to protect companies and jobs in the deepest peacetime recession in almost a century.
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LIFE / Lifestyle
May 31, 2020

Finding a slice of creativity during a global pandemic

Artists who've started to work from home have some tips for those of us with extra time on our hands: Boredom can lead to creative thinking, lean into it if you can
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WORLD / Science & Health
May 31, 2020

Millipede from Scotland is world's oldest-known land animal

A fossilized millipede-like creature discovered in Scotland may represent the oldest-known land animal, a humble pioneer of terrestrial living 425 million years ago that helped pave the way for the throngs that would eventually inhabit Earth's dry parts.
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COMMENTARY / World
May 27, 2020

Boris Johnson leaves the dirty work to everyone else

Britain's prime minister has centralized power, but he doesn't seem to want to use it.
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ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
May 26, 2020

High-stakes power play: Xi moves to subdue Hong Kong

In the aftermath of last year's protests, Beijing appears determined to stamp out any renewed rebellion against the Communist Party's authority.
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COMMENTARY / World
May 25, 2020

NASA should beware of viruses from outer space

As the space agency prepares to bring home Martian soil samples, it needs to update its planetary-protection rules — and soon.
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / The Big Questions
May 24, 2020

Ongaeshi and food security in the midst of COVID-19

On April 21, Charles McJilton, CEO of Second Harvest Japan (2HJ), took to social media to broadcast an impassioned plea.
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 22, 2020

COVID-19 versus Japan's culture of collectivism

Has the nation's group mentality helped it weather the coronavirus storm?
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JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
May 16, 2020

Understanding the need to shame someone on social media for not exercising self-restraint during a pandemic

Domestic news organizations are trying to get to the bottom of what makes the so-called self-restraint police tick.
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LIFE / Food & Drink / KONBINI WATCH
May 16, 2020

Plug in, power up and get into the #ZoneChallenge

With social life remaining online, Zone energy drink offers (admittedly not great-tasting) “digital performance energy.”
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WORLD
May 14, 2020

Maternity ward massacre shakes Afghanistan and peace process

No group has claimed responsibility for the massacre of 24 people, including 16 women and two newborns.
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MORE SPORTS
May 14, 2020

Broncos' Von Miller admits death crossed mind during fight against COVID-19

NFL star said he was nervous for the first four or five days after contracting the coronavirus
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
May 11, 2020

Yuriko Kotani embraces Britain’s penchant for irony and dark comedy

Standup comedian's comparisons of Japan and the United Kingdom have not only have delighted English-speaking audiences across the world, they have also helped her embrace her identity.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / JAPAN LITE
May 11, 2020

An island off the coast of COVID-19 presses pause on tradition

Smaller towns in Japan aren't having to deal with the pandemic directly, but its effects are still being felt on lifestyles as festivals opt to cancel celebrations.
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ASIA PACIFIC
May 10, 2020

China's Animal Crossing gamers use code words and middlemen to enter virtual world

Users look to skirt limits imposed by local regulators on a game that has become both a breakout worldwide hit and political flash point.
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LIFE / Lifestyle
May 8, 2020

How to celebrate Mother's Day — or anyone you love — during a pandemic

With everyone's attention focused on the coronavirus pandemic, you could be forgiven for forgetting that it's Mother's Day this weekend. Just remember, it's never too late to tell anyone in your life that they matter.
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CULTURE / Music / Sound Off
May 8, 2020

Live music needs structural change to survive COVID-19

With footfall having dropped dramatically at Japan's live music venues, many are turning to crowdfunding. But whether this will help mid-sized spaces remains to be seen.
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COMMUNITY / Our Lives / WHY DID YOU LEAVE JAPAN?
May 7, 2020

Tsubasa Endoh overcomes obstacles to fulfill dream of playing soccer abroad

Attacking midfielder uses the myriad setbacks he has experienced in his career as motivation to succeed in life.
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WORLD
May 7, 2020

Britons getting through lockdown with sewing, tequila and kimchi

British consumers have spent their six weeks of coronavirus lockdown sewing, drinking cocktails, carrying out home beauty treatments and eating large quantities of kimchi.
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BUSINESS / Companies
May 4, 2020

Nintendo Switch is in high demand, and there aren’t enough of them

The inventory crunch serves as a reminder of how crucial supply chain management is in the COVID-19 era.
OLYMPICS
May 2, 2020

Left in limbo: Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls struggle with postponement

Tokyo's Olympic dream is still alive — for now — but many athletes have been left wondering if their hard work will all be for nothing.
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COMMENTARY / World
May 2, 2020

Locusts, pandemics, floods: East Africa can’t catch a break

A deadly mix of plagues could create food insecurity in one of the continent's most vibrant regions.
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WORLD / Science & Health
May 2, 2020

‘False dawn’ recovery haunts coronavirus survivors who fall sick again

A growing number of worrying reports have shown patients appearing to have a reactivation of symptoms, testing positive again, or even potentially being reinfected.
COMMENTARY / World
May 1, 2020

What not to do when faced with a pandemic

Sound and timely information is essential in controlling an epidemic effectively.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 29, 2020

Kim Jong Un’s uncle suddenly relevant after four decades abroad

For about as long as North Korea has existed, Kim Pyong Il has been considered a possible successor to the throne. And now, with his nephew Kim Jong Un’s health status unclear, his name is being bandied about again.

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