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WORLD
Mar 27, 2023

Macron’s pension gambit sparks revolt, pushing France to the brink

The French president’s decision to ram through an increase in the retirement age has ignited labor unrest, destabilized his government, and risks paralysis for his remaining time in office.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 27, 2023

It’s in America’s interest to end the Ukraine crisis

A negotiated cease-fire is the only way out of the current military deadlock in Ukraine, and it must happen before Russia and China cement a strategic axis that weakens the West.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 27, 2023

Finally, a serious offer to take Putin off Russia’s hands

The International Criminal Court just made it easier for any successor to get rid of Vladimir Putin.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 27, 2023

COVID-19 tracker: Tokyo reports 355 new cases

The figure rose by 85 from a week before, pushing the seven-day average of new cases up to 705.1, compared with 651.6 a week earlier.
Japan Times
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Mar 27, 2023

Ryoyu Kobayashi soars to third World Cup victory of season

Olympic ski jumping gold medalist Ryoyu Kobayashi picked up his third World Cup win of the season Sunday, stunning the crowd with a big jump in Lahti, Finland.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 27, 2023

Russia beats Iraq in first home friendly since Ukraine invasion

Russia eased to a 2-0 win over Iraq in a friendly on Sunday as they played their first international match on home soil since November 2021 after being barred from global competitions over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 27, 2023

Largest strike in decades leaves Germany at a standstill

The 24-hour strikes are the latest in the months of industrial action hitting major European economies as higher food and energy prices dent living standards.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Longform
Mar 27, 2023

Can the return of international cruises bolster Japan’s beleaguered tourism industry?

The industry is struggling to deal with pandemic-induced challenges such as staff shortages and concerned residents near ports.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Fukushima
Mar 27, 2023

Support for new Fukushima Prefecture residents key to tackling depopulation

The number of people moving to the area is on the rise, but with some new arrivals then moving away again, the prefecture is faced with a growing issue.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 27, 2023

Morocco coach Walid Regragui basks in glow of upset victory over Brazil

The Atlas Lions became the first Arab team to defeat the five-time world champion.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 27, 2023

Afghan girls struggle with poor internet as they turn to online classes

Taliban officials have closed girls' high schools, barred their access to universities and stopped most women from working at non-governmental organizations.
Japan Times
SUMO
Mar 27, 2023

Spring champion Kiribayama turns focus toward earning promotion to ozeki

Kiribayama appears to be in a good position to achieve the Japan Sumo Association's benchmark of 33 wins across three tournaments for promotion to ozeki.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 27, 2023

No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz cruises into fourth round at Miami Open

Carlos Alcaraz swatted aside Serbian Dusan Lajovic 6-0, 7-6 (7-5) to keep his title defense on track at the Miami Open on Sunday, as Canadian Bianca Andreescu cruised past American Sofia Kenin in straight sets.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Mar 27, 2023

TSMC’s Kumamoto plant tests Kyushu’s readiness to meet surging investment

The world's leading chip manufacturer has invested around ¥1 trillion in the construction of the sprawling industrial complex, which is expected to employ some 1,700 workers.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health
Mar 27, 2023

Over 10% of children in Japan with COVID-related brain disease died, survey finds

The survey identified 34 cases of acute encephalopathy associated with COVID-19 infection among those under 18 between January 2020 and May 2022.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Mar 27, 2023

Prices of Japan's business services perk up near BOJ's inflation target

The second consecutive monthly services acceleration may keep alive market expectations the Bank of Japan will eventually whittle down its massive stimulus.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 27, 2023

Relocated Cultural Affairs Agency opens in Kyoto

Located near the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the new office will accommodate five out of the agency's nine divisions including those overseeing world heritage sites and national treasures.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 27, 2023

Japan urges China to release citizen held in Beijing

Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno told a news conference that the Japanese government is in contact with people related to the man, who is in his 50s.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 27, 2023

Twitter says parts of its source code were leaked online

The leak adds to the challenges facing the Elon Musk-owned company, which is trying to identify the person responsible and any other people who downloaded the code.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 27, 2023

Cyclone Freddy record claim in the eye of the storm

Freddy's journey will be reviewed in minute detail to verify whether its deadly track counts as the longest-lasting tropical storm, the world extreme weather records chief said.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 27, 2023

Tottenham parts ways with manager Antonio Conte

'We all need to pull together,' chairman Daniel Levy said. 'Everyone has to step up to ensure the highest possible finish for our club and amazing, loyal supporters.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 27, 2023

Ukraine visit buoys Kishida ahead of next month's local elections

A weekend survey found that 48% of respondents said they supported the prime minister's Cabinet, up five percentage points from the previous month.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Mar 27, 2023

COVID-era relocation trend may be fading despite work flexibility

The balance between those relocating to Tokyo and those leaving it widened again last year, accelerating the capital's population growth.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 27, 2023

Survivors pick through debris after tornado rips through Mississippi, killing 25

Insurance companies may not pay out enough to rebuild all the ruined homes, which are located in one of the poorest parts of the U.S.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 27, 2023

NATO slams Putin rhetoric on nuclear weapons in Belarus

After outlining plans to move tactical nuclear weapons to neighboring Belarus, the Russian president likened the move to the U.S. stationing its weapons in Europe.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Mar 27, 2023

LeBron James chooses Lakers' playoff push over foot surgery

James opted against surgery after consulting 'the LeBron James of feet.'
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 27, 2023

Faulty credits tarnish billion-dollar carbon offset seller

Recent financial details released by South Pole make these flawed credits even more troubling to some customers.
Japan Times
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Mar 27, 2023

Taiga Hasegawa wins first World Cup slopestyle gold

Three weeks after winning the men's snowboarding big air world championship, 17-year-old Taiga Hasegawa won his first World Cup slopestyle competition on Sunday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 27, 2023

Shanghai expat exodus shows 'zero-COVID's' enduring scars

Shanghai has seen an exodus since the brutal two-month lockdown that crippled the city of 25 million from late last March.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Mar 27, 2023

Banking stress puts U.S. and Europe on lookout for credit crunch

Authorities around the world are on high alert for the fallout from recent turmoil at banks following the collapse of U.S lenders SVB and Signature and the rescue takeover of Credit Suisse.

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Several support networks have launched to help startup founders in Japan whose native language isn't Japanese.
As Japan's startup ecosystem grows, so does a supportive community of entrepreneurs