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Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 2, 2022

As the U.S. pulls back from the Middle East, China leans in

States in the Middle East are increasingly looking to China not just to buy their oil, but to invest in their infrastructure and cooperate on technology and security.
Japan Times
WORLD / FOCUS
Feb 2, 2022

Coups cheered in West Africa as Islamist insurgencies sap faith in democracy

The failure of elected government to contain growing militant violence over the last decade has led to widespread disenchantment with democracy in the region.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Feb 2, 2022

Sumo's off-months aren't so quiet, if you know where to look

Retirement ceremonies, ozeki and yokozuna promotions, JSA elections, TV variety show appearances and more all take place between honbasho.
BUSINESS / Companies
Feb 2, 2022

Japanese utilities reel — some more than others — as sky-high fuel prices hit earnings

Regional utilities in Kyushu and Kansai fared better than most thanks to their ability to restart nuclear power plants.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Feb 2, 2022

Why U.S. is before Austria for Beijing Olympics opening ceremony

At the Tokyo Olympics last summer broadcasters in the U.S. reported some viewers were confused at the order by which the countries entered the opening ceremony.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Feb 2, 2022

'Spider-Man' propels Sony to forecast-smashing third-quarter profit

The firm is benefiting from strong demand for its PlayStation 5 games console, which it launched in November 2020.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 2, 2022

North Korea documentary shows limping Kim as he tackles 'worst-ever hardships'

International media, intelligence agencies and experts closely watch Kim's health due to his tight grip on power and the uncertainty over succession plans.
Japan Times
PRESS / Events
Feb 2, 2022

『災害からの復興を地域ベンチャーが支える』

Japan Times Satoyama 推進コンソーシアム（代表：末松弥奈子　株式会社ジャパンタイムズ 代表取締役会長兼社長）は、2022年2月14日に「第21回 Japan Times Satoyamaカフェ」をオンラインで開催いたします。
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Feb 2, 2022

Despite early mixed reports, Tom Brady officially hangs up his cleats after 'thrilling ride'

A surefire first-ballot Hall of Famer, Brady's decision to retire comes after conflicting reports over the weekend about his competitive future.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Feb 2, 2022

Pregnant women with COVID-19 are unlikely to transmit to babies

Pregnant women who are COVID-19 positive when they give birth rarely transmit the virus to their newborns because it is not an agent that circulates in the bloodstream very frequently.
BUSINESS
Feb 2, 2022

Japanese economy at risk of shrinking again due to omicron

Many Tokyo-based economists are among those warning that the omicron wave could trigger yet another quarter of negative growth for the world's third-largest economy.
A satellite image shows a bridge collapsed over the Seym river in the Glushkovo district, following a Ukrainian strike in the Kursk region, Russia, on Saturday.
WORLD / Politics
Aug 19, 2024

Ukraine says it struck second key bridge in Russia's Kursk region

The attacks on both bridges have left Russia with limited options to cross the river Seym that winds through Kursk, according to Russian military bloggers.
Aryna Sabalenka returns a shot during her match against Iga Swiatek on day seven of the Cincinnati Open in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Sunday.
TENNIS
Aug 19, 2024

Sabalenka ousts No.1 Swiatek to reach Cincinnati final against Pegula

Four-time Cincinnati semifinalist Sabalenka will rise to second in the WTA rankings with a week to go before the start of the U.S. Open.
Collector containers at the Climeworks AG carbon removal plant in Hellisheiði, Iceland. Once fully operational, the facility will be capable of capturing up to 36,000 tons of carbon dioxide a year.
ENVIRONMENT / Climate change
Aug 19, 2024

New 'carbon removal budget' suggests massive removal shortfall

Much of the technology to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere hasn’t reached its full potential — and time is running out.
Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson (center left) and YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul face off during a news conference in New York City on Sunday.
MORE SPORTS / Boxing
Aug 19, 2024

Tyson says Paul will 'run like a thief' in the ring

Mike Tyson was one of the most feared heavyweights in history but has not fought a professional fight since 2005.
BASKETBALL
Aug 19, 2024

Caitlin Clark sets rookie record as Fever top Storm

Clark finished with 23 points, and her nine assists gave her 231 for the season.
People take part in a protest organized by pro-abortion rights, pro-LGBT rights and pro-Palestinian activists, on the eve of the Democratic National Convention, in Chicago on Sunday.
WORLD / Politics
Aug 19, 2024

Pro-Palestinian delegates to Democratic convention to push for Israel arms embargo

Pro-Palestinian activists say Harris has been more sympathetic to Gazans than Biden has been.
A man tests his lung function free of charge using a device provided by the Tokushima Prefectural Government at an event organized by companies.
JAPAN / Science & Health
Aug 19, 2024

Japan takes new steps against lifestyle-linked lung disease COPD

A health ministry survey highlighted 16,384 deaths from COPD in 2021, making it the ninth leading cause of death among men.
Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Aug 19, 2024

Singapore’s Wong hands out fresh perks ahead of election

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong sought to reassure citizens their voices are being heard during his first and last National Day Rally before Singapore's general election.
Bags of Indian spices and dry fruits at a roadside shop in New Delhi on May 3
BUSINESS
Aug 19, 2024

Nearly 12% of India's tested spice samples fail quality and safety standards

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India conducted inspections, sampling and testing of mixed spice blends.
The listing ceremony of Ola Electric Mobility at the National Stock Exchange in Mumbai, India, on Aug. 9
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 19, 2024

Mumbai debuts deliver for SoftBank after market retreat from AI trims gains

Three firms backed by SoftBank have made solid debuts in the past week, in a positive sign after the Vision Fund fell to a loss of ¥204.3 billion in the June quarter.
Damage to a Philippine Coast Guard vessel allegedly incurred during a collision with a China Coast Guard ship in the disputed South China Sea is seen in this image released on social media Monday.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Aug 19, 2024

Beijing and Manila trade blame over South China Sea ship collisions

China claims the Philippine side "intentionally rammed" one of its ships in the disputed waterway — an accusation Manila denies.
U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris waves as she steps off Air Force Two upon arrival at Chicago O'Hare International Airport in the city Sunday.
WORLD / Politics
Aug 19, 2024

Trump and Harris to turbocharge race with convention and rival events

Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump will battle for momentum — and attention — around the Democratic National Convention.
The central and Tokyo governments, which own 100% of Tokyo Metro, expect to receive approval for the firm's listing from the Tokyo Stock Exchange as soon as mid-September, sources said.
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 19, 2024

$4.7 billion valuation for Tokyo Metro targeted in IPO, sources say

Tokyo Metro could have Japan's biggest initial public offering in roughly six years.
Button batteries of various sizes and some of the devices that use such batteries. The National Consumer Affairs Center has issued new guidance about the risks of children accidentally consuming such batteries following a series of recent reported incidents.
JAPAN / Society
Aug 19, 2024

Consumer watchdog urges caution against children swallowing batteries

Button batteries, commonly found in toys, remote controls and various household devices, can damage a child's digestive tract if swallowed.
Participants of Shomeikai’s Type B employment support workshop take part in a training session at a rental meeting room in the city of Fukuoka in May.
JAPAN / Society / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Aug 26, 2024

Welfare workshop helps people with disabilities become IT engineers

Shomeikai leverages on a cutting-edge software development methodology that lets users work in a team and support one another.
Haneda Airport security staff arrested over theft
Tokyo police have arrested a 21-year-old security inspector at Haneda Airport after he allegedly stole cash from a passenger during a baggage inspection.
Japan's elderly population down at around 36.2 million
The estimated number of people age 65 or older in Japan stands at 36.19 million as of Monday, accounting for record 29.4% of the country's total population, according to the internal affairs ministry.
SDF spots China’s biggest aircraft carrier for first time
The Fujian aircraft carrier is seen in Shanghai in May 2024 as it leaves for its first sea trial.
White House threatens broad crackdown on liberal groups
FBI Director Kash Patel (right) listens to senior White House adviser Stephen Miller speak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on Monday.
Why more hotels in Japan are offering room-only service
Nipponia Hotel Ise Kawasaki Merchant Town in Ise, Mie Prefecture
Pole vault rivals in awe after Duplantis has another historic night in Tokyo
Sweden's Armand Duplantis competes in the men's pole fault final during the World Athletics Championships at National Stadium in Tokyo on Monday.
Japan's major art events converge this fall
Shinji Ohmaki’s “Tokinokage” exhibited at Fuji Textile Week 2021 shows the use of fabric as art.
Tara Davis-Woodhall leaps to gold and finds redemption at world championships
Tara Davis-Woodhall celebrates after winning the women's long jump final at the World Athletics Championships at Tokyo's National Stadium on Sunday night.
An aesthetic escape to Hakone’s art-drenched hills
Between traditional examples of fine art and sleek, modern exhibitions that blend with nature, Hakone offers a unique escape from Tokyo's urban sprawl.
Niinami’s ouster quick but not unusual as corporations protect reputation
Takeshi Niinami resigns as chairman and CEO of Suntory Holdings.

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One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo’s Shinjuku Ward.
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Sumadori Bar on Shibuya Ward's main Center Gai street targets young customers who prefer low-alcohol drinks or abstain altogether.
Rethinking that second drink: Japan’s Gen Z gets ‘sober curious’
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