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Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jul 21, 2023

GSDF amphibious unit now seen as 'partner' of U.S. Marines

The GSDF unit and the U.S. Marine Corps have conducted many joint exercises, and the two sides can now work together in higher-level operations, according to GSDF Col. Taisuke Fujimura.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 21, 2023

Modi condemns Manipur sexual assault as 'shameful' after footage goes viral

The incident prompted India's prime minister to make his first comments on clashes in India's remote northeast that have killed at least 125 people.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023

Tokyo's new condo prices surge 60% to a record in first half of year

The average price of a new apartment in central Tokyo jumped 60% to ¥129.6 million ($930,000) in the January to June period.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023

Japan's price growth accelerates ahead of BOJ inflation update

Prices excluding those for fresh food gained 3.3% from a year ago, accelerating a little from the rise in May as energy prices were less of a drag on inflation.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 21, 2023

White House looks forward to hearing about Kissinger's China trip

Kissinger — an architect of normalizing ties between Washington and Beijing in the 1970s — was welcomed warmly as an 'old friend' by Xi Jinping.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 21, 2023

China's sagging economy looms over quarterly results around the world

Both U.S. and European companies with exposure to China could be hit by that economy's sluggish growth as its post-COVID momentum has faltered rapidly.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 21, 2023

Shohei Ohtani's All-Star helmet draws winning bid of $98,010

The helmet two-way star Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels used in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game on July 11 was sold for $98,010, or about ¥13.7 million, on the MLB official auction site.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 20, 2023

'Brainwashed': Ukraine mother finds daughter changed by occupation

Living in Russian-occupied Ukraine, 6-year-old Anna-Maria learned to call President Vladimir Putin 'Uncle Vova' and believed he was 'president of the world,' her mother said.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jul 20, 2023

Kishida’s Middle East visit creates a great opportunity for Japan

Kishida visit shows Japan's policy vis-a-vis the Middle East is shifting from the traditional energy-securing economic diplomacy to a more strategic foreign policy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 20, 2023

Akie Abe wraps up Taiwan trip, continuing late husband's legacy

Akie Abe traveled to the self-ruled island to continue her husbands legacy of reorienting Japan’s policy toward Taiwan.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jul 20, 2023

Women's sports experiencing steady growth in popularity and value

Women's sports are growing in popularity and value. Better yet, that growth is no longer dependent upon quadrennial events like the Olympics or World Cups.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 20, 2023

Like strongman, like son? Cambodia's Hun Manet makes political debut

The political debut of Prime Minister Hun Sen's eldest son marks one of the final steps in a decadeslong grooming process that is expected to end with him succeeding his father.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 20, 2023

Made in Russia? Chinese cars drive a revival of Russia's auto factories

The rebirth of the Moskvich is a sign of China's growing sway over an important sector of Russia's economy.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 20, 2023

Not all firms are ready for a four-day week — yet

The largest-ever trial of the four-day work week found that most U.K. businesses participating don’t want to return to the five-day standard.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 20, 2023

What has become of global carmakers' assets in Russia?

The foreign automakers that dominated Russia's car market left following the invasion of Ukraine, leaving a slumping production and sales in their wake.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 20, 2023

How a U.S. soldier made a mad dash into North Korea

The U.S. military was scrambling on Wednesday to determine the soldier's fate, as well as his motive.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 20, 2023

A's trade pitcher Shintaro Fujinami to Orioles

Fujinami, 29, is in his first major league season after playing for the Hanshin Tigers in NPB from 2013 to 2022.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jul 20, 2023

Why Zelenskyy's diplomacy is a key factor in Ukraine's efforts to win war

The leader's counteroffensive came at a critical time, sandwiched between two summits — the Group of Seven summit in May and a NATO summit earlier this month.
Japan Times
SOCCER / Women's World Cup
Jul 20, 2023

Women's World Cup teams shaken but safe following deadly shooting in Auckland

'New Zealand Football are shocked by the incident in Auckland this morning,' NZ Football said. 'We can confirm that all of the Football Ferns team and staff are safe.'
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 20, 2023

How heatwaves are dangerous to human health

Research recently found that more than 61,000 people died due to the heat in Europe last summer — and 2023 is shaping up to be even hotter.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 20, 2023

Swedish embassy in Baghdad stormed and set alight over Quran burning

All Baghdad embassy staff were safe, the Swedish foreign ministry press office said, condemning the attack and highlighting the need for Iraqi authorities to protect diplomatic missions.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 20, 2023

U.S. envoy John Kerry says China-U.S. climate relations need 'more work'

The two sides agreed climate change was urgent and that they should stick to the global commitment 'to keep 1.5 alive.”
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 20, 2023

First genetic clue why some people do not get sick from COVID-19

Those who have two copies of a particular genetic variant are eight times more likely to never get any symptoms from COVID-19, according to a new study.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 20, 2023

Russia warns against any ships traveling to Ukraine from July 20

Ukraine accused Russia of damaging grain export infrastructure in 'hellish' overnight strikes focused on two of its Black Sea ports.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 20, 2023

Putin, facing arrest risk, to skip BRICS summit in South Africa

The U.S. and its allies have sought to make Putin into a pariah over his invasion, but many countries in the global south have refused to join sanctions against Moscow.
Japan Times
Belgium report 2021
Jul 20, 2023

Belgium and Japan: Bursting with potential

Roxanne de Bilderling, Ambassador of Belgium to Japan | © BELGIAN EMBASSY
Japan Times
Belgium report 2021
Jul 20, 2023

Get a head start in Brussels

Brussels, the capital of Belgium and the heart of Europe’s major institutions, consumer markets and logistics networks, welcomes Japanese companies seeking to do business in the region. With its favorable and expat-friendly location blessed with competitive costs, this urban economy serves as an ideal...

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