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EDITORIALS
Sep 30, 2022

Time for Japan and China to get their relationship right

After 50 years of a normalized relationship, Japan and China need to work together — but that does not mean Tokyo should turn a blind eye to Beijing's misbehavior.
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JAPAN
Sep 30, 2022

Japan publishes guidelines on ‘confidential births’ amid growing attention

The guidelines were compiled after Jikei Hospital in Kumamoto started accepting women who wish to give birth anonymously.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Sep 30, 2022

U.S. pledges long-term partnership with Pacific islands amid China concerns

The White House plans to support the region on pressing issues such as climate change, pandemic response, economic recovery and maritime security.
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BUSINESS
Sep 30, 2022

Energy crisis sires new European order: a strong Italy and ailing Germany

Germany has been caught wholly unprepared and is on the brink of recession, as its industry is preparing for gas and power rationing and as it has just nationalized a major utility.
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JAPAN
Sep 30, 2022

Japan, South Korea and U.S. stage anti-submarine drills amid North Korea tension

The U.S. Navy said the drills will enhance interoperability and tactical and technical coordination between the three countries.
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WORLD
Sep 30, 2022

Hurricane Ian leaves behind a staggering scale of wreckage in Florida

The extent of the damage was difficult to comprehend, even for residents who had survived and rebuilt after other powerful storms.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 30, 2022

Nomura appoints Wall Street veteran to steer change at global investment bank

Christopher Willcox has spent just 17 months with Nomura Holdings, having joined during one of the most tumultuous periods in the Japanese brokerage's history.
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JAPAN / Society
Sep 29, 2022

Same-sex married couple hopeful Japan court will overturn residential status decision

Despite the strength of their relationship, their legal status and limited ability to live together in Japan as a couple has been a constant source of stress and anxiety.
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WORLD / ANALYSIS
Sep 29, 2022

Slots to smartphones: Pandemic sends Australia's gambling problem online

Already the world's biggest gambling nation in terms of loss per person, Australia has seen a shift in betting behavior since the pandemic-forced closure of public venues.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 29, 2022

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris slams North Korea missile test

Harris met with South Korean President Yoon Sok-yeol in Seoul where in addition to discussing North Korea's latest launch she addressed China's actions in the Taiwan Strait.
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WORLD
Sep 29, 2022

Sex assault trial in U.S. a rare moment for Chinese #MeToo movement

Founder of JD.com Richard Liu is one of the highest-profile Chinese figures accused of sexual assault or rape to face the scrutiny of a courtroom jury.
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COMMENTARY / World
Sep 28, 2022

After the nuclear button is pushed, then what?

While preparing for nuclear conflict means having nuclear options, that does not mean that they are the best response.
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BASEBALL / MLB
Sep 28, 2022

Yankees clinch AL East as Aaron Judge's home run record chase stalls

Despite scoring twice in the win off four walks, the Yankees slugger was unable to equal the American League single-season mark of 61 set in 1961 by Roger Maris.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 28, 2022

Ship captains held by Indonesian navy decry bribes and betrayal

The Indonesian navy has cracked down on vessels it says are anchoring in its territory without paying port fees.
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BUSINESS
Sep 28, 2022

In China, homebuyers occupy their 'rotting,' unfinished properties

Residents face poor conditions as cash-strapped builders halt construction amid the country's deep real estate slump.
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WORLD
Sep 28, 2022

Major leaks in Russian gas pipelines caused by attacks, EU nations say

Seismologists in Denmark and Sweden said they had registered two powerful blasts on Monday in the vicinity of the leaks.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 27, 2022

The legacy of Abenomics lies between two extremes

Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's economic policies were a mixed bag for Japan — still, he successfully pushed the country to re-imagine itself.
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MORE SPORTS
Sep 27, 2022

Hideki Matsuyama to defend Zozo Championship in Japan

The 2021 Masters champion delighted huge galleries on home soil a year ago as he was cheered to a five-shot victory at Narashino Country Club in Chiba.
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WORLD
Sep 27, 2022

Ukraine is on the offensive but struggling to get more powerful weapons

Ukraine's backers have shied away from sending the longest-range missile systems, combat aircraft and NATO standard tanks.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 27, 2022

Friends, leaders, dignitaries gather for PM’s final farewell

On Sept. 27, dignitaries from across Japan and the world will gather at the Nippon Budokan Hall to pay their final respects to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, whose sudden demise on July 8 sent shockwaves through the country. Notable guests include U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and former French...
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BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Sep 26, 2022

Swallows overcame various challenges to repeat as Central League champions

The Swallows went from back-to-back last-place finishes to consecutive Central League titles.
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JAPAN / Regional voices: Chubu
Sep 26, 2022

Dyeing houses tap tradition to develop redyeing as eco-friendly business

The fashion industry has a surprisingly big impact on the global environment, through activities such as the cultivation of cotton used as a raw material and the transportation of products.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 26, 2022

McDonald's hikes prices in Japan on higher input costs and weaker yen

It marks the company's second set of price increases this year as Japan grapples with inflationary pressures and a slide in the yen.
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MORE SPORTS
Sep 26, 2022

Eliud Kipchoge coy about future plans after smashing marathon world record

Kipchoge said he was the 'happiest man' when he crossed the finish line and had 'no regrets' about coming so close to the two-hour mark.
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JAPAN / Society
Sep 26, 2022

Long burdened by costly funerals, Japan embraces simple goodbyes

While much of the recent decline was due to people opting for small-scale ceremonies to avoid the spread of COVID, many say the change is both overdue and unlikely to be fully reversed.

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