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BASKETBALL / B. League
Oct 28, 2018
B-Corsairs run out of steam in loss to Sunrockers
The Yokohama B-Corsairs played a stellar first half on Sunday afternoon, building a sizable lead against the Sunrockers Shibuya.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / HOOP SCOOP
Oct 27, 2018
Patrick Baumann's profound impact on basketball will live on
Global basketball is a far-flung enterprise with 213 national federations and complexities that don't easily mesh into a single entity. Successful leaders, especially at the top, are vital to create meaningful bonds, improve governance and deal with problems.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Oct 18, 2018
B-Corsairs rookie forward Amanze Egekeze showing potential early in pro career
After the Yokohama B-Corsairs' fifth consecutive loss to open the season on Wednesday, first-year coach Tom Wisman analyzed the revamped team's defensive struggles and overall shortcomings so far.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Oct 13, 2018
'I'm going to stomp all over your face,' Pennsylvania Republican threatens election rival in video
The Republican candidate for governor of Pennsylvania threatened to stomp on the face of his Democratic opponent in a social media video on Friday and then walked back his comments, saying he made a mistake in his choice of words.
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Aug 25, 2018
Tom Brady's private trainer flies on team plane
Tom Brady's personal trainer, Alex Guerrero, flew on the New England Patriots' team plane to Charlotte on Thursday before Friday's preseason game against the Carolina Panthers, according to multiple reports.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music
Aug 21, 2018
Sunset and a glimpse of Mount Fuji add to Tom Misch's Tokyo debut
As the sun began to set on this year's Summer Sonic, London-born singer Tom Misch took to the Beach Stage for his first live appearance in Tokyo.
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Jul 16, 2018
Tour de France riders grind through cobblestones in much-feared ninth stage
It was not the expected major shakedown, but the riders' faces told a story of suffering as most of the main Tour de France favorites stayed in contention after a much-feared stage nine on Sunday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Jun 8, 2018
Japan women rout Taiwan in exhibition contest
The Japan women's national team dominated at both ends of the floor and annihilated Taiwan 96-66 in an exhibition game at Arena Tachikawa Tachihi on Friday night.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
May 31, 2018
Yokohama looks to Tom Wisman for renewal
Tom Wisman, who guided the Tochigi Brex to the inaugural B. League title in May 2017, is returning to the sideline to lead the Yokohama B-Corsairs.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Apr 25, 2018
Japan women's basketball team steadily gathering speed on road to Tokyo Olympics
Despite the disadvantages in height and size, those involved in Japanese women's basketball believe Japan's women can reach their lofty goals by just executing their brand of basketball.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Apr 11, 2018
Noted cyber expert, Trump homeland security adviser Tom Bossert exits at John Bolton's request
U.S. President Donald Trump's homeland security adviser, Tom Bossert, has resigned at the request of new national security adviser John Bolton, an administration official said on Tuesday, marking the latest departure from the White House of a senior adviser.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 31, 2018
Asia Society plans to set up new venue in Tokyo
The Asia Society aims to create a new Tokyo facility, slated to open later this year, where experts and policymakers can come together to discuss domestic and international affairs, including North Korea's security threats and trade, an issue crucial to the region, an executive of the nonprofit organization...
Japan Times
SPORTS / SPORTS SCOPE
Mar 27, 2018
ESPN playing it for laughs with list
It's beyond comprehension how ESPN The Magazine could omit Michael Phelps from its new list dubbed the "Dominant 20" athletes of the past 20 years.
Japan Times
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Feb 2, 2018
Patriots welcome Rob Gronkowski's return
Eleven days after leaving the AFC Championship Game with a head injury, Rob Gronkowski was cleared from NFL concussion protocol on Thursday and practiced without limitation with the New England Patriots during the team's afternoon workout at the Minnesota Vikings' practice facility 15 miles away in Eden...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Entertainment news
Jan 20, 2018
Tom Petty died due to accidental drug overdose
Rocker Tom Petty died in October due to "multisystem organ failure" brought on by an accidental overdose of seven medications, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office said Friday.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League / B. LEAGUE NOTEBOOK
Dec 21, 2017
Evessa coach Dai Oketani brings passion to the game
While Japan pro basketball dealt with massive changes over the past dozen years, Dai Oketani built his credentials as one of the most respected, accomplished head coaches here.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL
Dec 12, 2017
Japan women's national basketball teams stage training camp to develop uniformity among various squads
Japan women's basketball has come up with positive results internationally in recent years, and now it is looking to legitimately put itself on the global hoop map as an elite power.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / B. League
Dec 1, 2017
Tom Wisman moves to B-Corsairs as adviser
The Yokohama B-Corsairs this week hired veteran bench boss Tom Wisman as an adviser.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Oct 26, 2017
FDA hopes to lift stigma on using drugs as treatment for opioid addiction in face of resistance
As the opioid epidemic in the U.S. continues to kill more and more Americans, the Food and Drug Administration wants to lift the stigma on the idea of using drugs to treat a drug habit.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / HOOP SCOOP
Oct 13, 2017
Memories of war have had profound effect on Meschery
Third in a three-part series
Global militaries to study India-Pakistan fighter jet battle
The Indian Air Force's Rafale fighter jets. India and Pakistan aircraft engaged in a dogfight on Wednesday.
Escalation fears rise in Japan following Chinese moves near Senkakus
A Japan Coast Guard vessel sails in front of the Uotsuri islet, one of the Japanese-controlled Senkaku Islands. Concerns are growing in Tokyo after a Chinese government helicopter violated Japan's airspace around the uninhabited islets.
Ishiba vows Japan will stand its ground, demanding U.S. lift auto tariffs
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks during a Lower House committee meeting on Friday.
As prices soar, Zen-Noh ships just 32% of government-stockpiled rice
A customer walks past a display of rice, with a sign apologizing to shoppers they must be limited to one bag each due to market conditions, at a branch of Japanese discount retailer Don Quijote in Tokyo's Shibuya Ward on April 21.
Emperor emeritus diagnosed with silent myocardial ischemia
Emperor Emeritus Akihito, 91, rides in a car with Empress Emerita Michiko, 90, after he was discharged from the University of Tokyo Hospital on Saturday following an examination for suspected myocardial ischemia.
Who could become Japan's next prime minister?
Clockwise from top left: Former economic security minister Sanae Takaichi, former economic security minister Takayuki Kobayashi, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi
With a new Shibuya studio, Apple Music bets big on Japan
Apple Music personalities (from left) Ebro Darden, Kentaro Ochiai, Zane Lowe and Mino came together for a special recording in late April to discuss music and celebrate the newly opened Apple Music studio in Tokyo.
Kazuki Nagasawa's sustainable designs are rooted in tradition
For centuries, artisans have unraveled strands of the fibrous bark of "shuro" trees to create a medley of everyday objects. Designer Kazuki Nagasawa is now transforming the traditional material into ethereal contemporary pieces.
SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 expands to become one of Asia's largest startup events
SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 was bustling with participants of various nationalities Thursday, and multiple languages could be heard around the room as many engaged in conversations throughout the day.
Celebrating Japan’s defeat at Shimoda’s Black Ship Festival
Tatsumi Onose (right), who plays the part of Commodore Matthew Perry in Shimoda's Black Ship Festival, says the historical episode the event is based on should be remembered for its positives more than its negatives.

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