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COMMENTARY / World
May 31, 2018

Why neutral, peaceful Sweden is preparing for war

In this most liberal, progressive and peaceful corner of Europe, those in charge now fear an era of gloom could return.
WORLD
May 31, 2018

Central African Republic approves war crimes court

The Central African Republic has approved a law creating a special criminal court to investigate allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity during more than a decade of ethnic and religious conflict, a lawmaker said.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
May 31, 2018

Ex-FBI official Andrew McCabe gives memo on James Comey firing to Russia probe chief Robert Mueller: NYT

Former Acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe wrote a confidential memo last spring recounting a conversation that provided "significant behind-the-scenes" details on the firing of former FBI director James Comey, the New York Times reported on Wednesday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 31, 2018

Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani says Robert Mueller must end Russia probe by Sept. 1 to avoid 'doing a Comey'

President Donald Trump's lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, said special counsel Robert Mueller should complete his investigation by September to avoid influencing midterm congressional elections, a mistake Giuliani says former FBI director James Comey made in handling the Hillary Clinton probe.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
May 31, 2018

Michael Cohen's attorney assails Stormy Daniels' lawyer as judge sets deadline for document review

A lawyer for U.S. President Donald Trump's longtime personal attorney, Michael Cohen, on Wednesday accused adult film actress Stormy Daniels' lawyer of leaking Cohen's bank records to the press, calling it a "drive-by shooting of my client's rights."
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music
May 30, 2018

From a POW camp to esteemed music halls nationwide: Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 marks 100 years in Japan

It's rare that a concert has so much impact that people still talk about it 100 years later. However, that's certainly the case for a performance a century ago by some German prisoners of Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in Tokushima Prefecture. It was the masterpiece's first performance in a country...
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
May 30, 2018

Newly minted ozeki Tochinoshin reaping rewards of fighting spirit

Yokozuna Kakuryu came from behind to win consecutive tournaments for the first time in his career on Sunday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 30, 2018

Latvia, acting on U.S. warning, probes if Russian money flows used to meddle in Europe politics

Latvia is investigating whether its banks acted as conduits for Russian funds used to interfere in elections and politics elsewhere, after it received a warning from the United States, officials have told Reuters.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 29, 2018

How scientists succumb to corruption and cook results

It starts with a dash of temptation. Stir in some rationalization and deception. The final and key ingredient is: stupid systems with perverse incentives.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 29, 2018

Kim Jong Un's right-hand man bound for U.S. as summit talks progress

A top North Korean official widely known as leader Kim Jong Un's right-hand man has arrived in Beijing, en route to the United States for a meeting with top U.S. officials, a report said Tuesday, as Washington and Pyongyang continue to lay the groundwork for a historic leaders' summit.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 28, 2018

JAL and ANA request extensions for China's order to submit to Taiwan directive

Most of the foreign airlines that agreed to tweak references to Taiwan to reflect the island as part of mainland China have been given more time to comply as Beijing extends a crackdown on companies regarding its stance on disputed territories.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
May 28, 2018

Trump's 'Spygate' just a 'diversion tactic' to counter Russia probe: GOP Sen. Jeff Flake

Republican U.S. Senator Jeff Flake, who has not ruled out running against Donald Trump for the White House, on Sunday criticized as a "diversion tactic" the president's unsubstantiated allegation last week of an FBI "spy" being planted in his election campaign.
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / The Big Questions
May 27, 2018

Newcomer sees chances to improve bilateral relations

With a population of just 336,000, on the surface the Nordic nation of Iceland may not seem to have much in common with Japan, which has 380 times as many people.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 25, 2018

Takuma Sato set for title defense at Indy 500 after historic win

It's a little ironic the only time Takuma Sato might really be able to slow down, as he prepares to defend his title in the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, is when he's strapped into a car and about to take off in a machine that can reach speeds in excess of 200 mph (322 kph).
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 25, 2018

Mauricio Pochettino signs new five-year contract with Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino signed a new five-year contract on Thursday that will keep him at the Premier League club until 2023.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
May 25, 2018

North Korea summit cancellation seen as setback to deal-maker Trump

President Donald Trump drew gasps at the United Nations General Assembly last September when he threatened to "totally destroy" North Korea.
WORLD / Crime & Legal
May 25, 2018

Teen who killed 'rapist' husband appeals her death sentence in Sudan

A Sudanese teen sentenced to death after killing her husband as he tried to rape her has appealed the ruling amid growing support by celebrities and on social media.
Japan Times
LIFE / Luxury & lifestyle hotel special
May 25, 2018

Terrace dining alight with festivities

Grand Hyatt Tokyo, located in the upscale Roppongi district, is introducing its new terrace plans, a wonderful way to enjoy the spacious open-air terraces of the hotel's restaurants. From June 1, exceptional offerings such as an authentic American beer garden on the terrace and Sparkling Terrace, an...
Japan Times
LIFE / Luxury & lifestyle hotel special
May 25, 2018

Ringing in 30 years of hospitality

The Royal Park Hotel will celebrate its 30th anniversary next June, but it is already preparing to welcome the occasion with a commemorative logo and promotions this June.
Japan Times
LIFE / Luxury & lifestyle hotel special
May 25, 2018

Sit down to a blooming good time

Located at the center of Tokyo's Marunouchi business district, The Peninsula Tokyo is offering spring delights featuring the hotel's stylish Blooming Afternoon Tea, free-flowing Dom Perignon brunch, Japanese craft beer and lavish skin care treatments.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
May 24, 2018

Vissel sign ex-Barcelona star Andres Iniesta to massive deal

J. League club Vissel Kobe on Thursday announced the audacious signing of World Cup-winning former Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta in a deal reported to be worth over ¥3 billion a year.

Longform

A sinkhole in Yashio, which emerged in January, was triggered by a ruptured, aging sewer pipe. Authorities worry that similar sections of infrastructure across the country are also at risk of corrosion.
That sinking feeling: Japan’s aging sewers are an infrastructure time bomb