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JAPAN / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Feb 6, 2023

Gaming disorder among youths surging amid smartphone use and pandemic

“Patients are having difficulties in their lives and are feeling lonely, and they turn to games to relieve such feelings,” said the director of a psychiatric hospital.
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BASKETBALL / NBA
Feb 6, 2023

LeBron James on precipice of breaking NBA's all-time scoring record

The most likely scenario is that James will claim the record at some point during the Lakers' next two home games.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Feb 6, 2023

Former Japanese inmate talks of corruption at Philippine detention center

'It was a place where money was everything,' said Romi Hoshino, former operator of pirate website Mangamura.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Feb 6, 2023

India's push for digital sovereignty risks more online surveillance

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been pushing for self-reliance in everything from manufacture to vaccine development, and especially technology.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Feb 6, 2023

As tech slumps, SoftBank's Son spooks investors with plan to skip earnings call

The founder and chief executive of the world’s largest tech investor is bidding farewell to the presentations he’s led for decades, saying he would focus on taking chip designer Arm public.
JAPAN
Feb 6, 2023

Sales of security items jump after spate of robberies across Japan

Window films and auxiliary locks, both of which make break-ins through windows more difficult, are selling well, one store official said.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / BLACK EYE
Feb 6, 2023

Through good times and bad, the community you create will be your lifeline

What would Tyre Nichols' life had been like if he were living in Japan? It's a sad thought to imagine at this point, but a question worth asking nonetheless.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 6, 2023

China’s power in Asia diminished by 'zero-COVID,' study shows

The Sydney-based Lowy Institute’s Asia Power Index for 2023 shows that China registered the greatest decline out of the 26 nations and territories in its report.
Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 6, 2023

Ukraine to replace defense minister in wartime reshuffle, top lawmaker says

Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov's reshuffle would be the highest profile government change in a slew of resignations and sackings following a corruption scandal late last month.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Feb 6, 2023

Harry Kane's record strike helps Tottenham deal blow to Manchester City's title hopes

Tottenham star passes Jimmy Greaves to take sole possession of club's all-time scoring mark.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / Longform
Feb 6, 2023

Japan’s staff cafeterias becoming more than just places to eat amid office return

Companies are re-imagining the canteen as a space where employees can work, eat healthier food and deepen in-house communication.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Feb 6, 2023

Japan-South Korea talks fail to inspire hope of breakthrough

Senior diplomats from Japan and South Korea make limited progress in wartime labor talks.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Feb 5, 2023

After U.S. downing of suspected Chinese spy balloon, can ties can be stabilized?

Washington's dramatic decision to shoot down the balloon has highlighted the growing trust gap between the two superpowers and raised fresh questions about the trajectory of bilateral ties.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 5, 2023

Disaster subsidy issue found in claims made by Miyagi Prefecture city

The city of Kurihara, Miyagi Prefecture, is alleged to have made inappropriate applications for disaster recovery subsidies.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Feb 5, 2023

Iran's Supreme leader pardons large number of security-related prisoners linked to protests

Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei pardoned 'tens of thousands' of prisoners, including many arrested in recent anti-government protests.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Feb 5, 2023

Tokyo confirms 2,287 new COVID-19 cases

On Saturday, Japan confirmed 38,594 new COVID-19 cases nationwide, a decrease of about 16,000 from a week before.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Feb 5, 2023

The Winter Olympics have a climate problem. Could Sapporo be part of the solution?

Sapporo is touting a study showing that among all past hosts, it will be the most climate resilient as the planet warms. But residents are less than enthusiastic about hosting.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Feb 5, 2023

AI is improving faster than most humans realize

Technologies such as ChatGPT will profoundly change the economy and other aspects of life, but they are getting better so quickly that it’s impossible to say how.
JAPAN
Feb 5, 2023

Kyoto calling: Ancient capital prepares to be center of Japanese culture again

The relocation of the Cultural Affairs Agency has raised strong hopes in Kyoto that the move will give the city a higher profile and status.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 5, 2023

Oil’s new map: How India turns Russian crude into the West’s fuel

New Delhi has faced little public blowback because it’s meeting the West’s twin goals of crimping Moscow’s energy revenue while preventing an oil supply shock.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Feb 5, 2023

Beijing’s awkward Olympic legacy shows risk of venue reuse

Big Air Shougang's unusual backdrop thrilled viewers during the 2022 Winter Olympics, but plans to convert the venue into a year-round attraction have fallen by the wayside.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 5, 2023

Pandemic to paradise: Chinese tourists return to Bali after three years

Officials are anticipating a return to normal Chinese tourist levels — which once amounted to a fifth of all visitors — on the island by 2025.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Feb 5, 2023

Mikaela Shiffrin aiming to bloom in spring air at world championships

The 27-year-old American is one victory shy of Sweden legend Ingemar Stenmark's overall World Cup record of 86, parading an astonishing run of form this season to close in on the mark.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets / FOCUS
Feb 5, 2023

Inside the 19-hour meltdown that junked Adani’s share sale

A brutal sell-off wiped out more than $80 billion in market value, forcing India's government to distance itself from the scandal-hit conglomerate.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Feb 5, 2023

Germany's Olaf Scholz is learning that it’s not easy going green

Under the leader's stewardship, German industry is struggling to find new technologies and trade partners to provide the backbone for the coming green transformation.
Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 5, 2023

Russia pushes to take Ukrainian town near a vital supply line

Ukraine has used the strategic town of Vuhledar to launch attacks disrupting transit on a critical rail link between the war’s southern and eastern fronts.

Longform

Mount Fuji is considered one of Japan's most iconic symbols and is a major draw for tourists. It's still a mountain, though, and potential hikers need to properly prepare for any climb.
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