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BUSINESS
Jun 6, 2017

India angles for bigger share of space sector, sends satellite into orbit atop most powerful rocket

India launched a communication satellite using its most powerful rocket on Monday, improving its prospects of winning a bigger share of the more than $300 billion global space industry and its hopes of a manned mission.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 3, 2017

North Korea labels U.S. interceptor test a bluff, says system can't handle 'shower' of missiles

North Korea has blasted the United States' test of a long-range interceptor missile designed to gauge American readiness to counter potential threats from Pyongyang.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jun 2, 2017

Justice seen hamstrung as experts say Japan court interpreters should be licensed

Courts are supposed to be bastions of justice. But equal justice may be thwarted for some defendants owing to language barriers.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 31, 2017

Volleyball league announces shakeup but will not turn professional

The Japan Volleyball Organization (V. League) announced Wednesday it will launch a new league but said there would be no professional competition coming anytime soon.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 31, 2017

South Korea's military intentionally left out THAAD missile launchers in report: Blue House

South Korea's Defense Ministry "intentionally dropped" mentioning that four more launchers had been deployed for the controversial U.S. THAAD anti-missile system in a report to President Moon Jae-in's top aides, his office said on Wednesday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 28, 2017

North Korean leader oversees test of 'new anti-aircraft weapon'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the testing of a new type of "anti-aircraft weapon system," state media reported Sunday, as the reclusive nation continues its arms testing and development.
COMMUNITY / Voices / OVERHEARD
May 27, 2017

Japan's dreaded sixth season

'I can't tell if it's hot or cold (outside).'
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 24, 2017

North Korea, if left unchecked, on 'inevitable' path to nuclear ICBM: U.S. general

North Korea, if left unchecked, is on an "inevitable" path to obtaining a nuclear-armed missile capable of striking the United States, Defense Intelligence Agency Director Lt. Gen. Vincent Stewart told a Senate hearing on Tuesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 23, 2017

Japan's 'Superhuman' sports games meld high-tech and athletics

When it comes to culture and entertainment, Japan has a rich history spanning from ancient legends and sports to modern manga and video games.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health / A MATTER OF HEALTH
May 17, 2017

Looking beyond abstinence, Kanagawa facility opens Japan's first 'controlled drinking' program

Have a drinking problem? Don't worry, you can keep drinking while working to get over it.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink / KONBINI WATCH
May 13, 2017

Chocomint Frappe: The cure for Japan's mint condition

At long last, the winter has thawed out and the warmer months have arrived in Japan. Accordingly, the convenience store shelves are filled with mint-flavored products, ranging from an assortment of chocolates infused with the herb to one of the most celebrated desserts around, Crunky's chocolate chip...
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BUSINESS / Markets
May 12, 2017

Macron win seen ending Japan's record sale of French bonds

Like any good love affair, it has had its ups and downs.
JAPAN / Society
May 11, 2017

Labor ministry names and shames businesses that exploit workers despite warnings

In a first, the labor ministry publishes the names of 334 “black companies” warned about excessive overtime or other violations online, including Dentsu, Panasonic and Japan Post.
BUSINESS
May 11, 2017

Protectionism, climate off agenda but high in minds at G-7 finance meeting

Europe, Japan and Canada hope a G7 meeting in Italy this week will give them a better picture of U.S. President Donald Trump's direction on key policies that he has yet to spell out.

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An illustration features the Japanese signs for "ganbare" (good luck) and the Deaflympics, which will be held between Nov. 15 and 26.
A century of Deaf sport finds its moment in Tokyo