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WORLD
Oct 23, 2021

Deal struck on $100 billion climate aid plan for poor nations

The spending plan is being closely watched as a signal of the commitment of wealthy nations whose greenhouse gas emissions are most responsible for fueling climate change.
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MORE SPORTS
Oct 23, 2021

Jared Goff to face former teammates when Lions meet Rams

Goff will face his former team for the first time since the Rams engineered a trade last offseason for strong-armed quarterback Matthew Stafford
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BUSINESS
Oct 23, 2021

Lawmakers need to do whatever it takes to price carbon

Most governments have followed the bedrock economic principle that a higher price for something leads to less of its quantity being demanded in the marketplace.
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BUSINESS / Economy
Oct 23, 2021

Think everything’s expensive now? Get ready for what’s next.

Companies are facing a dire mix of supply-chain challenges, as well as higher costs for energy, raw materials, packaging and shipping.
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CULTURE / Film / Wide Angle
Oct 23, 2021

Tokyo International Film Festival’s animation section aims beyond hardcore fans

The 34th iteration of TIFF will feature a retrospective, recent and upcoming films, and a look at a live-action tokusatsu special effects franchise.
JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Oct 23, 2021

‘Two-sword’ baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani shines as Japan’s newest icon. But is he underpaid?

Shohei Ohtani's performance this year has baseball fans excited and the tabloids brimming with new angles on the reasons for his success.
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Oct 23, 2021

Behind the scenes, younger bureaucrats are fed up with overtime

Many young bureaucrats are working late to make leading party lawmakers look good, and it's taking a toll.
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LIFE / Food & Drink / Washoku Essentials
Oct 23, 2021

Recipe: Mushroom and salmon takikomi gohan (mixed rice)

This classic autumn dish combines the best of land and sea into one bowl. Use any combination of umami-rich mushrooms you like to complement the briny salmon and garnish with fresh herbs.
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JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Oct 23, 2021

It's past time we flush the 'weird Japan' narrative

As The Tokyo Toilet project continues, so does the problematic way we frame stories about Japan.
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LIFE / Food & Drink
Oct 23, 2021

Top 5: Where to find the best dim sum in Tokyo

Dim sum can be found in every echelon of Tokyo dining, from high-end buffets to quick street-stall snacks. Here's five of the best, chosen for their cost-effectiveness and authenticity.
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CULTURE / Film
Oct 22, 2021

TIFF ambassador Ai Hashimoto wants a cinema comeback

The in-demand veteran actress will serve as ambassador at Tokyo International Film Festival's 34th iteration.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 22, 2021

Tesla looks to pave the way for Chinese battery makers to come to U.S.

The two biggest economies have many disputes to resolve, and China's regulatory crackdowns in tech could pose another hurdle.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 22, 2021

Moon's push for South Korean military independence may echo far beyond his presidency

South Korea's defense budget is at new highs, with less restrictions on its missile program and plans for the nation's first aircraft carrier, among other advanced weapons.
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BUSINESS / Economy
Oct 22, 2021

A winter crisis raises prospect of energy blockades in Europe

EU power reserves are around 77% full — far lower what's normal for this time of year. If this winter is severe, it could leave some countries vulnerable.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 22, 2021

Taiwan policy unchanged, says U.S., after Biden speaks of defense 'commitment'

Washington is required by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself but has long followed a policy of 'strategic ambiguity' on military intervention in the case of an attack.
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COMMENTARY / World
Oct 22, 2021

Mark Zuckerberg needs to change more than Facebook’s name

While Zuckerberg's baby has weathered prior crises, has an enviable global footprint and continues to rake in massive profits, critics have turned it into a pinata for myriad good reasons.
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EDITORIALS
Oct 22, 2021

Japan debates its economic future after Abenomics

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has said that his goal is the creation of a “new capitalism” that better distributes wealth.
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WORLD
Oct 22, 2021

Alec Baldwin fatally shoots crew member with prop firearm on film set, authorities say

The circumstances of the shooting remained under investigation, officials said.
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ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Oct 22, 2021

Inside China’s desperate race to resolve its energy crisis

Authorities are taking extraordinary steps such as reversing recent moves toward cleaner energy and better safety standards by reviving old and dirty coal mines.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 22, 2021

Glasgow climate negotiators gear up for fight over trading trees

Offsets are a convenience that allows buyers to continue polluting while essentially paying someone else to adopt climate-friendly behaviors.
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BASKETBALL / NBA
Oct 22, 2021

Celtics' Enes Kanter sparks swift backlash in China after comments on Tibet and Xi Jinping

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin told a news briefing on Thursday that Kanter was 'trying to get attention' and that his remarks 'were not worth refuting.'
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BUSINESS / FOCUS
Oct 22, 2021

Young South Koreans take aim at old guard they blame for ‘Squid Game’ economy

Older people resent a generation they see as well-off thanks to those that powered the country's rise, while the younger crowd blames their forebears for producing a rigged rat race.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 22, 2021

Nations are lining up at the U.N. to criticize China on Xinjiang

The rebuke was joined this year for the first time by countries including Turkey, Eswatini and Liberia.
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WORLD / ANALYSIS
Oct 22, 2021

With Biden and Xi meeting, U.S. aims to show responsible handling of China ties

Departing from Trump's go-it-alone approach to China policy, Biden has staked his strategy on mobilizing allies and partners in Europe and Asia.
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LIFE / Language / BILINGUAL
Oct 22, 2021

Loud, but not so clear: Discussing ‘noise’ and the rules surrounding election cars in Japanese

The sound trucks that make the rounds on Japanese streets are unanimously thought to be noisy. However, are they effective?
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WORLD / Crime & Legal
Oct 21, 2021

Jair Bolsonaro accused of crimes against humanity in COVID-19 probe

Brazilian senators said Jair Bolsonaro should be charged for nine crimes in their conclusion of a probe into the government's handling of the pandemic.

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