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NEW ZEALAND XV

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Feb 12, 2023
New Zealand braces as Cyclone Gabrielle nears North Island
Many New Zealanders have been told to have grab bags ready to go, prepare emergency supplies and secure their properties ahead of the cyclone Gabrielle.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 30, 2023
The mouse that roared: New Zealand and the world's 2% inflation target
Since it's arrival in 1990, the 2% inflation target phenomenon has sailed from Wellington around the globe to become the accepted norm among central banks, large and small.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 29, 2023
New Zealand’s largest city grapples with aftermath of devastating floods
At least three people were killed in the flooding in Auckland that forced hundreds of people from their homes and shut down the city’s airport, which was submerged.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 27, 2023
Japan envoy meets with counterparts from other Asia-Pacific democracies and European Union
The officials shared the view that it is 'meaningful' to discuss how to maintain a free and open international order, apparently alluding to China's maritime assertiveness.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 25, 2023
Jacinda Ardern leaves mixed record on tackling climate change
Ardern established a new policy framework for New Zealand to address global warming, but there’s a sense that her government failed to deliver fully on its climate promises.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 25, 2023
Troubleshooter Chris Hipkins faces a tough road as New Zealand PM
Hipkins built a reputation for competence in tackling COVID-19, though he acknowledges some mistakes and faces a tough battle to retain power in an October general election.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 25, 2023
New Zealand's Chris Hipkins sworn in as prime minister
The Labour party elected Hipkins following the surprise resignation of Jacinda Ardern last week.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 24, 2023
Ardern’s ‘politics of kindness’ was both effective and exhausting
New Zealand’s charismatic leader, Jacinda Ardern, stepped down, citing fatigue and other factors. Burnout is typical for women politicians who are often plagued by double standards.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 23, 2023
New Zealand’s new prime minister signals policy overhaul to win back voters
Chris Hipkins will prioritize the economy as a recession looms and may jettison some of Jacinda Ardern’s policies ahead of an October election.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 22, 2023
Chris Hipkins' journey from a police cell to New Zealand’s next prime minister
Hipkins, 44, faces an uphill battle to win Labor a third term in office in an Oct. 14 election, with his party trailing the main opposition National Party in recent polls.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 21, 2023
Chris Hipkins set to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister
Hipkins is expected to be confirmed as the new leader at a meeting of the ruling Labour Party's 64 lawmakers on Sunday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 20, 2023
Ardern's successor as Labour leader will face tough October election
Despite her high global profile, Jacinda Ardern's Labour Party has slid in the polls, hurt by rising living costs, growing crime and concern about social issues.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 20, 2023
How COVID’s bitter divisions tarnished a liberal icon
In a part of the world where coronavirus restrictions lingered, Jacinda Ardern struggled to get beyond her association with pandemic policy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 19, 2023
New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern gives the world a lesson in humility
Jacinda Ardern's leadership stood in such stark contrast to many of her boorish male counterparts, and represented a different kind of politics.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 19, 2023
New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern resigns as prime minister
Labour Party leader says she doesn’t have the energy or inspiration to seek re-election at this year’s general election.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Nov 30, 2022
Restoring nature could depend on how countries help farmers
Around the world, government subsidies that harm nature amount to at least $1.8 trillion each year — equivalent to 2% of global GDP.
Japan Times
Rugby
Nov 19, 2022
Eddie Jones urges England to rise to challenge against New Zealand
England coach Eddie Jones compared playing New Zealand to climbing Mount Everest as he urged his side to reach the summit against the All Blacks at Twickenham on Saturday.
Japan Times
Rugby
Nov 1, 2022
Trials of lower tackles in rugby to expand in New Zealand
Lower tackling was tested in selected competitions last year among growing concerns over head injuries in the sport.
Japan Times
Rugby
Oct 16, 2022
Portia Woodman score two as New Zealand hammer Wales in Rugby World Cup
Prolific winger Portia Woodman scored two of New Zealand's 10 tries as the defending champions remained unbeaten after two rounds of matches.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Oct 11, 2022
In New Zealand, scientists reduce cow burps to save the world
Early trials suggested that calves emit up to 20% less methane when they receive the probiotic, said the principal scientist at the firm developing the supplement.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
Kishida defends planned rule to revoke foreigners' residency
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a meeting of the Lower House Judicial Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Human bone-like objects found at Nippon Steel plant’s molten iron pot, with one worker missing
Police believe it’s highly possible that human bones found in a molten iron pot at Nippon Steel's Oita factory belong to a missing male employee.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Unraveling the Japanese prose of Yukio Mishima
Author Yukio Mishima accepts the Arts Festival Award in the drama category at the 20th Arts Festival Award Ceremony on Jan. 22, 1966.
New Taiwan president to set tone for ties with China at inauguration
Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te arrives at the CyberSec 2024 Exhibition in Taipei on Wednesday.
Japanese billionaire sues Meta over investment scams using his image
Entrepreneurs Yusaku Maezawa (second from right) and Takafumi Horie (third from right) attend a study session on fake social media ads and investment scams at the Liberal Democratic Party headquarters in Tokyo on April 10.
Japanese rap creates its mecca in Pop Yours
Tokyo-based artist Jumadiba says he forgoes the label of simply “rap” for his music because the Japanese rap scene isn’t confined to a particular sound.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.

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