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WORLD / Politics
Jun 12, 2023

Former Italian leader Silvio Berlusconi dies at 86

Berlusconi, a billionaire businessman who created Italy's largest media company before transforming the political landscape, served as prime minister in 1994-1995, 2001-2006 and 2008-2011.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jun 11, 2023

Iga Swiatek fights off Karolina Muchova in thriller for third French Open title

The 22-year-old's latest coronation caps another dominant two weeks on the clay in Paris, where her record stands at 28 wins and two losses in five visits.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 10, 2023

Manchester City wary of Inter Milan threat with Champions League title and treble within reach

Manchester City is a huge favorite to finally get its hands on the greatest prize in European club soccer.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 10, 2023

Trump risked national secrets, U.S. prosecutors allege in indictment

U.S. prosecutors unsealed a 37-count indictment, accusing the ex-president of risking some of the country's most sensitive security secrets after leaving the White House.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Our Lives / 20 QUESTIONS
Jun 9, 2023

Jesse Freeman: 'As far as a Black art scene goes … it’s just foreign or not.'

Ikebana, filmmaking, collage and quilting are some of the many forms of media Tokyo-based artist Jesse Freeman works in.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jun 9, 2023

Apple likely to find a receptive market for its Vision Pro in Asia

VR has found greater favor in the region, with Japan, South Korea and China ranking among the most advanced markets for headset adoption.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Jun 9, 2023

Indictment brings Trump story full circle

The former U.S. president assailed Hillary Clinton for her handling of sensitive information. Now, the same issue threatens his chances of reclaiming the presidency.
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 9, 2023

Support for many cultural, social and educational activities

This year marks the 30th wedding anniversary of Their Imperial Majesties Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. The first step of this marriage was to have it approved by the Imperial House Council, whose mandate covers the marriage of male members of the imperial family, and this occurred on Jan. 19,...
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jun 9, 2023

No. 1 Iga Swiatek sets up clash against Karolina Muchova in French Open final

The 22-year-old Pole, who improved her record in Paris to 27-2, is bidding to become the first woman to successfully defend the title since Justine Henin in 2007.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 9, 2023

Wildfire smoke increases the risk of contracting COVID-19

Millions of people in Canada and the U.S. are currently at an elevated risk of catching COVID-19, thanks to the smoke from hundreds of wildfires.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 8, 2023

How Hong Kong is faring three years after China’s crackdown

The Lee administration’s policy toward its critics has led many to question whether freedom of speech is still a right in Hong Kong.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 8, 2023

Vanished, shot, murdered: Laos activists spooked by spate of incidents

Landlocked, poor and deeply tied to China, Laos is one of the world's most repressive countries.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jun 8, 2023

Tahitian Vahine Fierro boosts French hopes of Olympic medal in surfing

Host nation France's chances of a first Olympic medal in surfing got a massive boost with the qualification of Vahine Fierro, a Tahitian local among the best at riding the challenging tubes of Teahupo'o, the venue for the 2024 Games, on Tuesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 8, 2023

Sequoia’s split sends warning to every company doing U.S.-China business

While the dramatic separation may insulate Sequoia from pending regulation, it’s a signal that ties to China are a growing liability in Silicon Valley.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Jun 8, 2023

European Energy Exchange sees huge growth in Japanese power futures trade this year

Volatility in electricity prices spiked in 2022 following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, delivering a 'wake up call' on the need for hedging.
SOCCER / J. League / From the Spot
Jun 7, 2023

Andres Iniesta's Japan journey approaches end with farcical farewell

Though he intends to continue playing, the Spanish midfielder was given a sendoff worthy of retirement as Vissel Kobe took on jet-lagged Barcelona in a rain-soaked friendly on Tuesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 7, 2023

For Musk and other foreign CEOs visiting China, silence is golden

Musk, known for his unreserved banter on Twitter, was uncharacteristically silent on a whirlwind trip last week.
JAPAN
Jun 7, 2023

Japan aims to boost number of trains and buses able to accept cyclists

The central government's program to promote the use of bicycles strongly recommends the introduction of cycle trains and buses.
Japan Times
SOCCER / J. League
Jun 6, 2023

Barcelona beats Vissel Kobe in Andres Iniesta's Tokyo swansong

The 39-year-old, who has said he intends to continue his playing career, started on the pitch for Vissel and lasted until the 81st minute.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 6, 2023

Japan renews chip plan and confirms sales goal of ¥15 trillion

The revised strategy aims to bolster efforts to develop and produce cutting-edge semiconductors critical for economic security measures and advanced technology like generative AI.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jun 6, 2023

President Biden lauds Chiefs' unity during White House visit

Biden was presented with a Chiefs' No. 46 jersey in an outdoor gathering.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Jun 6, 2023

Can Biden's compromise strategy fix a divided U.S.?

It remains to be seen whether this deal can help the longer-term effort of healing what Biden refers to as the 'soul of the nation.”
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 6, 2023

Saudi wealth fund to take control of Cristiano Ronaldo's club

Sports is one of the pillars of the government's Vision 2030 economic diversification plan that seeks to build new industries and create jobs.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jun 6, 2023

U.S. sues Binance and founder Zhao over 'web of deception'

The SEC alleges that, among other things, Binance artificially inflated its trading volumes, diverted customer funds and failed to restrict U.S. customers from its platform.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 5, 2023

Soccer great Zlatan Ibrahimovic announces retirement

The extroverted Swede's contract with Milan expires at the end of June and will not be renewed following a season plagued by injuries.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 5, 2023

Carnival replaces Hong Kong's annual Tiananmen candlelight vigil

Underlining the difference from past years, notices near the event’s entrance were clear: no banners, leaflets, posters or other materials with political messages were allowed.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jun 5, 2023

Aryna Sabalenka skips news conference after setting up quarterfinal clash against Elina Svitolina

Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus set up a politically charged French Open quarterfinal with Ukraine's Elina Svitolina on Sunday and immediately set the tone for the high-profile confrontation by boycotting the media at Roland Garros for the second time.

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