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STRIKE

Japan Times
WORLD
May 4, 2023
Finnish newspaper hides news for Russians in video game
The publication has been bypassing Russia's censorship through the competitive online shooter game Counter-Strike, which has many fans in Russia.
Japan Times
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May 13, 2022
Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike will not run in Preakness
The decision by Rich Strike's owner means there will be no Triple Crown winner this year.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 9, 2022
Trainer says Rich Strike 'looking great' after stunning Kentucky Derby upset
The win was the second biggest upset in Derby history after Donerail won at 91-1 in 1913.
Japan Times
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May 8, 2022
Rich Strike pulls off huge upset at the Kentucky Derby
At 80-1 odds, Rich Strike only entered into the 20-horse race when Ethereal Road was scratched on Friday morning and gave local trainer Eric Reed his first Kentucky Derby win.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Nov 3, 2021
Kishida makes global debut, but offers few clues on foreign policy and security plans
Experts said it may have been difficult to achieve 'much of substance' in Kishida's diplomatic debut, given he had only hours in Glasgow in the immediate aftermath of Sunday's election.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 13, 2020
Explaining Japan’s policy debate on strike capability
The policy debate over Japan's acquisition of a strike capability against enemy bases is not a new topic.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 2, 2020
Will Japan pursue a strike capability in lieu of Aegis Ashore?
Hard decisions lie ahead to make sure the nation has an effective defense.
Japan Times
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Apr 21, 2020
Nevada approves wagers for two more esports tournaments
Nevada esports gamblers will have one more option in the fall, as the state's Gaming Control Board on Monday approved wagering on ESL One: Rio, a Counter-Strike: Global Offensive major tournament.
BUSINESS / Companies
Nov 29, 2019
Shooting for investors: Counter-Strike world champs aim for first esport team IPO
Denmark's Astralis is set to become the first esports team to go public in a bid to cement its status in a $1.1 billion global market that's more than doubled since 2016.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 11, 2019
Walmart workers strike over retailer's robot push in Chile
Walmart Inc. is facing a strike by thousands of workers in South America amid the retail giant's push to increase automation at its physical stores.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 1, 2019
SDF draws fire for recruitment poster featuring female anime characters in skimpy costumes
A Self-Defense Forces recruitment office in Shiga Prefecture has caused a stir by releasing a poster that features female anime characters wearing super-short skirts, which expose what appear to be underwear. Some people have described the image as a form of sexual harassment.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 23, 2019
Striking teachers reach deal with Los Angeles school district
A week-old strike by more than 30,000 Los Angeles teachers that has disrupted classes for nearly half a million students neared an end on Tuesday as the teachers' union and the second-largest U.S. school district reached a contract deal.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 14, 2018
Japanese tech CEO behind popular 'Monster Strike' in search of new hit
Five years ago, Koki Kimura pulled off an unthinkable turnaround to save his company. Now, he's trying to do it again.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Aug 2, 2018
Eiffel Tower shuts as workers strike over 'monstrous' visitor lines
Staff at the Eiffel Tower walked out on strike on Wednesday in a dispute over lengthening lines at the Paris landmark, forcing it to close during the peak summer tourist season.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 4, 2018
Ryanair's Irish pilot union ranks vote to strike for the first time
Pilots directly employed by Ryanair and who are members of its Irish trade union will go on strike for the first time on July 12 after the union said on Tuesday the airline had failed to meet demands over new working practices.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 17, 2018
Suicide of Indian detainee in Ibaraki prompts hunger strike of around 130 at facility: source
Man's death at an immigration control center leads many detainees at the facility to protest, supporting volunteers say.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 16, 2018
French rail strike call sets stage for showdown with Macron over reforms
French rail unions on Thursday called a wave of strikes, setting up a confrontation with President Emmanuel Macron as he tries to push through an overhaul of the state-run rail operator.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 24, 2017
Venezuela opposition seeks 48-hour general strike over Maduro's plan to rewrite constitution
Venezuela's opposition party Union Democratica is calling for a 48-hour general strike in Caracas Wednesday and Thursday, in a continuation of protests over President Nicolas Maduro's plan to elect a new constituent assembly next weekend and rewrite the country's constitution.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 18, 2017
Maduro's foes turn up heat, call for national strike Thursday across Venezuela
Venezuela's opposition called on Monday for a national strike against President Nicolas Maduro in an escalation of protests after a massive symbolic referendum at the weekend.
JAPAN
Jul 8, 2016
Inmates on hunger strike at Osaka immigration detention center
Fourteen inmates in an Osaka immigration detention center are on hunger strike over what they call "inhumane conditions" including poor medical care, drawing fresh attention to the country's detention system.
'So hot you can't breathe': Extreme heat hits the Philippines
A pedestrian cools himself with a folding hand fan as he waits for a ride along a road in Manila on Wednesday, as extreme heat hit the Philippines.
Over 40% of Japan's municipalities at risk of vanishing, study finds
Of 1,729 local municipalities nationwide, 744 have been identified as being at risk of disappearing.
Princess Aiko makes debut at imperial garden party
Princess Aiko attends an imperial garden party in Tokyo on Tuesday.
'Sugar Baby Riri' gets nine-year prison term over romance scam
Mai Watanabe, who went by the moniker “Sugar Baby Riri,” dated older men and swindled them out of money by telling them fictitious heartbreaking stories about herself to gain their sympathy.
Japan's former PM Aso meets Trump for talks on security and economy
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and Taro Aso, vice president of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, in New York on Tuesday. The Japanese government’s top spokesman on Wednesday played down the meeting as one conducted "in the capacity of one lawmaker" and “without the government’s involvement.”
For amateur sumo, a fresh start offers hope against time-wasting and gamesmanship
Wrestlers prepare for the start of a bout at the 2023 Sumo World Championships in Tokyo. Starting this month, placing one hand on the clay first is no longer allowed.
LDP veteran Nikai's youngest son expected to succeed him in Wakayama
Toshihiro Nikai, former secretary-general of the Liberal Democratic Party, announced in March that he would not run in the next Lower House election to take responsibility for the political funds scandal that rocked his party and his own faction.
New workers name Shohei Ohtani as 'dream boss' for two years running
Shohei Ohtani has been overwhelmingly voted as the “dream boss” for people who started working in April, according to a survey.
A craft beer crawl through Tokyo’s top bars, brewpubs and dives
If all you drink is Asahi, Sapporo and Kirin, you're depriving yourself of some of the best craft beer Tokyo has to offer — and there sure is a lot of it out there.

Podcast

From easily navigable train stations to the helpfulness of its municipal staff, Tokyo has earned high praise for its commitment to accessibility for disabled travelers.
[Rebroadcast] Japan is doing better on accessibility than you may think

Longform

Later this month, author Shogo Imamura will open Honmaru, a bookstore that allows other businesses to rent its shelves. It's part of a wave of ideas Japanese booksellers are trying to compete with online spaces.
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By Alex K.T. Martin

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