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JAPAN
May 30, 2023

Swedish chemist assumes presidency of prestigious Okinawa science institute

She has said will work closely with other academic institutions, industry and local partners to nurture the next generation of global leaders in science and business.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 30, 2023

War highlights value of radio for Ukraine's public broadcaster

PBC Chairman Mykola Chernotytskyi stressed the value of the medium while taking part in training by NHK focused on developing emergency reporting systems.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 30, 2023

With ‘Monster,’ Hirokazu Kore-eda makes a welcome return to form

The Palme d’Or-winning director’s homecoming to Japanese-language cinema is powerful and poignant as it unspools an intimate story about bullying, misunderstandings and family dynamics.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2023

Ukraine launches biggest drone attack on Moscow, Russia says

Air defenses destroyed all eight drones, but the attack brought the 15-month war in Ukraine to the heart of the Russian capital.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 30, 2023

Kishida's push to protect vital undersea cables

Undersea communications cables, a pillar of the global economy, are starting to get the attention they deserve in part due to Prime Minister Kishida's efforts.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 30, 2023

When delivery costs more than the food you ordered

The big players are betting that we’re too addicted to the convenience of meals at our doors to walk away from their apps. They may be right.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
May 30, 2023

LDP looks to repair Komeito ties with electoral olive branch

While still at loggerheads over the candidate for Tokyo’s 28th district, the LDP no longer intends to field contenders in Saitama’s 14th district and Aichi’s 16th in a possible snap poll.
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JAPAN / Science & Health
May 30, 2023

Japan aims to halve allergy-triggering cedar pollen in 30 years

The proposal comes as pollen allergies, which are mostly caused by cedar trees, have become a major social concern, affecting an estimated 40% of the population.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 30, 2023

North Korea seeks 'real-time' monitoring of U.S. and allies with satellite

A top North Korean defense official said the satellite will be 'indispensable' in tracking and coping with 'the dangerous military acts of the U.S. and its vassal forces.'
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
May 30, 2023

What Japan can learn from a leader's diplomacy four decades ago

At a G7 summit, Yasuhiro Nakasone took the lead and helped to heal a growing rift between France and the United States.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 30, 2023

China rejects U.S. claims over ‘de-risking’ not ‘decoupling’

Chinese state media, officials and academics have all publicly rejected the distinction in recent weeks, in a seemingly concerted effort to undermine the rhetorical shift.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 30, 2023

Associate members say ICC revenue model threatens cricket's growth

The 12 full members of the ICC would collectively take 88.81% of revenues, with the rest distributed among 94 associate members.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2023

Ukraine sees new virtue in wind power: It’s harder to destroy

A single, well-placed missile can damage a power plant severely enough to take it out of action, but doing the same to a set of windmills would require dozens.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 30, 2023

Mauricio Pochettino handed task of reviving Chelsea's fortunes

The London club won the Champions League in 2021, but ended this season without any silverware and stumbled towards its worst campaign since 1993-94.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
May 30, 2023

Heat dismantle Celtics to punch ticket to NBA Finals

Teams that held a 3-0 series lead improved to 151-0 all-time in the NBA playoffs.
Japan Times
TENNIS
May 30, 2023

Novak Djokovic cruises at French Open, but risks controversy with Kosovo message

Roland Garros organizers said there were no official Grand Slam rules on what players can or cannot say.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2023

Critics say pandemic treaty text is 'step backward'

Changes to the preliminary negotiating text are seen as weakening language on preventing the rampant inequality seen in access to vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 30, 2023

Michi no eki stations evolving into more than just roadside resting spaces

According to the National Michi-no-Eki Association, the facilities rack up combined sales of about ¥250 billion per year.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2023

Zelenskyy urges South Korea to provide defense systems, report says

Zelenskyy expressed gratitude over Seoul's pledge to send de-mining vehicles and aid totaling some $230 million, but said Ukraine wanted anti-aircraft and early warning systems.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 30, 2023

Asus plans to sell first managed AI service hosted at client facilities

A major concern around existing AI services is that they’re operated through online data centers that can expose sensitive information.
Japan Times
TENNIS
May 30, 2023

Sloane Stephens says racist abuse of players is getting worse

Professional athletes in all sports are regularly confronted with racist comments and behavior, with Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. the most notable recent case.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2023

You’ve never heard of him, but he’s remaking the pollution fight

Richard Revesz has begun to change the fundamental math that underpins federal regulations designed to protect human health and the environment.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 30, 2023

BOJ expected to build case for policy shift in second half of 2024: report

From Ueda’s experience as a board member who voted against a premature rate increase in the early 2000s, the governor is said to be wary of abandoning stimulus too quickly.
Japan Times
SOCCER
May 30, 2023

Luton celebrates Premier League promotion with victory parade

The Hatters have defied the odds to reach the top flight just nine years after they were playing in the non-league National Conference.

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