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Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Apr 4, 2022

Climate change could cost U.S. $2 trillion a year by end of century, White House says

Flood, fire, and drought fueled by climate change could take a massive bite out of the U.S. federal budget.
JAPAN
Apr 1, 2022

The Dubai Expo is over. Next stop: Osaka

Due to the Dubai event's one-year postponement, Japanese organizers have just three years, instead of the usual four, to finalize preparations.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Apr 1, 2022

A cause for concern: China diplomacy targets Pacific nations

Governments that fear Chinese encroachment in Oceania and elsewhere should do more to address the issues that worry the residents of those nations and win favor in regional capitals.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Apr 1, 2022

Toyota poised for sales victory lap in U.S. as gas prices boost hybrids

Toyota has more deftly navigated a chip crunch crimping vehicle output than some of its peers, which helped it oust GM as the No. 1 automaker in the U.S. in the last quarter of 2021.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 31, 2022

U.S. and allies may find tapping stockpiles inadequate to plug Russian oil gap

The IEA expects 3 million barrels per day of Russian oil — equivalent to over a third of its exports — to be shut in as sanctions bite and buyers spurn purchases.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 30, 2022

Chemical weapons a high risk, low gain Ukraine option for Putin

Despite remote possibility, NATO has activated chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense elements as part of its defense plans.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Mar 29, 2022

Formula One has much to discuss after dramatic Saudi GP weekend

Formula One argues, in the face of criticism from human rights groups, that it can act as a force for change in the region.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 29, 2022

Global supply lines brace for ‘menacing’ economic storm to widen

Although global supply strains started to ease in early 2022, the situation is worsening again as headwinds strengthen from the war in Ukraine and China's COVID-19 lockdowns.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 29, 2022

World moves from shortages to possible glut of COVID-19 vaccines

Even as boosters are likely to keep demand alive for COVID-19 inoculations worldwide, the desperate shortages that existed for much of last year have waned.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 25, 2022

Inside China's electric drive for swappable car batteries

China is pushing hard for swappable batteries for EVs as a supplement to charging, with the government throwing its weight behind several companies advancing the technology.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 25, 2022

Experts see China stuck in a slowly evolving 'COVID zero' loop

Despite Chinese President Xi Jinping's call in mid-March to limit the economic and social fallout of virus elimination, large-scale lockdowns and mass testing drives are back.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Mar 24, 2022

Dolphins acquire Tyreek Hill in trade with Chiefs

The Chiefs gave Hill permission to seek a trade amid stalled negotiations on a contract extension.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 24, 2022

Lower House approves government's two nominees for Bank of Japan board

The appointments are expected to be approved by the Upper House on Friday given the ruling bloc's solid majority in both chambers.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 24, 2022

Vaccine passports likely to become unnecessary, Star Alliance CEO says

Airlines and governments also use many different technology platforms, making it difficult to find a common standard, said Jeffrey Goh.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 23, 2022

With sumo flag sponsorship deal, COVID vaccine-maker Moderna reveals Japan ambition

The U.S. firm is seeking to build on its newfound renown in COVID-19 vaccines and wrestle market share from compatriot Pfizer Inc.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 23, 2022

Toshiba’s $4 billion elevator unit attracts interest from Midea and Otis

Shareholders are set to vote on Toshiba's plan to split into two companies and sell noncore assets including the elevator operations.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 23, 2022

To counter China influence, U.S. names envoy to lead Pacific Island talks

The appointment of former senior diplomat Joseph Yun to lead the Pacific Island talks is a sign that countering China remains a top U.S. priority despite Russia's war in Ukraine.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 23, 2022

Alexei Navalny, fiery Putin critic, is handed fresh nine-year prison sentence

Prosecutors had claimed that Navalny, a relentless critic and frequent target of Putin, and Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation, had embezzled donations from supporters.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Mar 22, 2022

Paris 2024 hopes to sell 13.4 million tickets for Games

Organizers will make 10 million tickets available for the next Summer Olympics, a figure that could potentially surpass the record 8.2 million sold for London 2012.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 21, 2022

Honda may commercialize algae-growing technology for carbon capture and biofuel

The automaker plans to use the algae at its production facilities in Japan and Southeast Asia to offset carbon emissions from the latter half of 2023.
Japan Times
Rugby
Mar 20, 2022

Grand Slam-winning France looks forward to World Cup with confidence

A dominant performance against England gave Les Bleus their first Six Nations title since 2010 and plenty of confidence ahead of rugby's showcase tournament next year.
Japan Times
LIFE / Lifestyle
Mar 19, 2022

Tying and retying the knot

After countless canceled ceremonies, brides- and grooms-to-be are exploring new ways of saying 'I do' — even if that means throwing away age-old traditions like a bouquet.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 18, 2022

For a Dutch province, Ukraine war is a call to pump natural gas

Residents had been opposing gas production since earthquakes started to force them out of their homes a decade ago. Russia's invasion of Ukraine changed their minds.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 16, 2022

Shanghai says no COVID lockdown for now and tells bankers to work at home

Shanghai ruled out imposing a broad lockdown for now, while urging workers in its main financial and business district to work from home as officials try to rein in a swelling COVID-19 outbreak in one of China’s biggest and most important cities.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 15, 2022

Drillers awaken in Canada as war leaves world begging for oil

For years, the country's drillers have been in slumber. But as oil soared above $100 a barrel, the industry began to stir as the potential windfall became irresistible for some.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Mar 15, 2022

Panasonic scouting U.S. sites for new battery factory by 2024

The plant would supply Tesla Inc. and potentially other electric-vehicle manufacturers with next-generation lithium-ion batteries.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 14, 2022

The world’s biggest air-conditioning company braces for a hotter future

Daikin is pouring billions of dollars into research and development, looking to build on technological breakthroughs that could make its machines more efficient.

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