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EDITORIALS
Jul 9, 2020

Tokyo's gubernatorial race holds lessons for the nation

Political leaders need to hammer out measures to tackle pressing issues, and voters must realize that they have the power to change the course of Japan.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jul 9, 2020

Japan's seismologists and policymakers at odds over quake science

Selecting the most alarming estimate for a Nankai Trough quake was seen as a good idea, meeting minutes show.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 9, 2020

Coronavirus 'Class of 2020': Europe's lost generation?

When Dunia Skaunicova graduated in media marketing from Prague's Metropolitan university she quickly found a dream first job at a startup in the Czech capital, where companies were fighting to snap up multilingual graduates.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Jul 8, 2020

The truth behind fear-inducing Nankai Trough quake prediction figures

When a revised probability number was announced for a potential Nankai Trough earthquake, some experts were far from happy.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 8, 2020

The mistakes that pushed an Australian city back into lockdown

All it took was missteps in the handling of travelers returning from overseas and complacency in a handful of neighborhoods to plunge Australia’s second-largest city into lockdown for the second time in four months.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 8, 2020

Singapore, in survival mode, looks to reinvent itself. Yet again.

The pandemic is proving to be the ultimate test for Singapore, the tiny city-state that has a reputation for reinventing itself during times of crises.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 8, 2020

U.S. tops 3 million known infections as coronavirus surges

The U.S. coronavirus outbreak crossed a grim milestone of over 3 million confirmed cases on Tuesday as more states reported record numbers of new infections, and Florida faced an impending shortage of intensive care unit hospital beds.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 8, 2020

Scientists warn of potential wave of coronavirus-linked brain damage

Scientists warned on Wednesday of a potential wave of coronavirus-related brain damage as new evidence suggested COVID-19 can lead to severe neurological complications, including inflammation, psychosis and delirium.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 7, 2020

On foreign policy, Biden is worse than Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump is terrible. Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is just as bad. In some ways he is worse. You shouldn’t vote for either one.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 7, 2020

Balkanization is bad for Facebook’s business

Social networks suffer when there are fewer people to network with.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 7, 2020

Japan's foreign student digs likely to survive — and thrive — after pandemic

Investors believe demand in housing market is here to stay, with Japan widely expected to remain an appealing option for those from abroad.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 6, 2020

Carlos Ghosn’s accused escape plotters tap lobbyists in bid to avoid extradition to Japan

Lawyers and lobbyists for the two men have pressed their case before the U.S. Justice Department and State Department, as well as lawmakers.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY
Jul 6, 2020

What’s in a name? Princeton University faces its racist past

U.S. President Woodrow Wilson's image as a promoter of democracy and equality is being replaced with that of a stone-cold racist, extreme even for his time.
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Jul 5, 2020

Japan’s netizens make up for traditional media outlets' shortcomings in addressing Black Lives Matter

Social media users have offered a broader perspective of commentary on protests against systemic racism happening abroad.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Books
Jul 4, 2020

‘Healing Labor’: Examining how Japanese sex work is woven into culture and economy

Gabriele Koch's “Healing Labor” delves into how Japanese sex workers regard their work as necessary to the social and economic well-being of Japanese society.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / Food Sustainability in Japan
Jul 4, 2020

Tokyo burger joint Great Lakes Tokyo goes vegan amid COVID-19

COVID-19's links to animal exploitation spurred owner John Penny to take Great Lakes Tokyo completely vegan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 4, 2020

Japan's fussy food shoppers finally go online amid pandemic

Although the nation's e-commerce development lags behind that of its peers, COVID-19 has prompted a rise in buyers ordering from home.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 4, 2020

Fearful of China's new security law, Hong Kongers scramble for safe havens

Many Hong Kong residents are scouring for new jobs and homes overseas, fearful that a new national security law imposed by Beijing will crush coveted rights not enjoyed on the mainland and herald a new authoritarian era for China's freest city.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 3, 2020

Hong Kong bans protesters’ rallying cry for ‘revolution’

The government said the rallying cry 'Liberate Hong Kong! Revolution of our time!” was now illegal under the legislation barring secession among other acts.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 3, 2020

Jack Ma’s rival saw his wealth surge by $25 billion. Then he quit

Colin Huang, who has overseen the firm as its American depositary receipts have more than quadrupled in less than two years, has stepped down as chief executive officer.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jul 3, 2020

Internet holds the key to the post-coronavirus era

Ability to put innovation into practice determines recovery of virus-hit economy
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Crime & Legal
Jul 2, 2020

Made-in-China law keeps Hong Kong guessing whether it’s guilty

The legislation fuels uncertainty not only among Hong Kong's 7.5 million residents, but some 1,300 foreign companies with regional headquarters there.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Science & Health
Jul 2, 2020

How China's CanSino Biologics jumped to the front of the coronavirus vaccine race

The firm has boosted its scientific prowess by tying up with the Canadian government's largest research organization, maintaining links despite geopolitical rows.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 1, 2020

American lockdown exceptionalism

Telling people that they are stupid and too sociable is likely to make the problem worse.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 1, 2020

Japan looks to lure Hong Kong’s finance workers following security law

The LDP has begun debating ways to make Tokyo more attractive to international firms, but issues of taxation and the language barrier stand in the way.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 30, 2020

Taiwan warns citizens of risks in Hong Kong visits after China passes security law

Taiwan on Tuesday warned its citizens of risk in visiting Hong Kong after China's parliament passed national security legislation for the city while Taiwan's president said she was disappointed about the law.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 30, 2020

In hot spot U.S. states, virus testing means long lines and delays

The U.S. is again grappling with a shortfall of testing that has hobbled the nation since the pandemic’s early weeks, and now threatens to further undermine containment efforts at a crucial moment.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 28, 2020

Dozens arrested as Hong Kongers protest planned national security laws

Hong Kong police arrested at least 53 people on Sunday after scuffles erupted during a relatively peaceful protest against planned national security legislation to be implemented by the mainland Chinese government.

Longform

Ichiro Suzuki, one of the most iconic players in NPB and MLB history, was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame with 99.7% of the vote.
With Hall of Fame induction, Ichiro makes himself heard loud and clear