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Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 4, 2021

Climate change is a global health crisis in the making

The COP26 climate summit is the perfect chance to showcase the health challenges caused by global warming.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 4, 2021

LDP backs Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi for party’s No. 2 role

The choice of Motegi as secretary-general underscores Kishida's desire to stabilize his power base within the party, as the appointee is close to LDP power brokers Shinzo Abe and Taro Aso.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Nov 4, 2021

Unpacking Japan’s post-election narratives

Though the LDP maintained a stable majority, Osaka-based Nippon Ishin no Kai was the biggest winner in the election, securing 41 seats — 31 more than its previous 10.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Nov 4, 2021

China's wind giants hatch plans to muscle in on U.S. and Europe

Chinese companies have typically made only small inroads into overseas markets, but they now plan to invest in factories abroad.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 3, 2021

Shutting down historical debate, China makes it a crime to mock heroes

Under a new law, China has zealously prosecuted even the perceived slander of communist figures, broadening Xi Jinping's campaign to dominate party orthodoxy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY
Nov 3, 2021

Post-pandemic recovery must include the unpaid care economy

The unpaid care sector for the most part remains unaccounted for in standard government policy tools and its work is primarily performed by women.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Nov 3, 2021

One big name notably absent in November ranking of sumo wrestlers

For the first time in 14 years, the name of legend Hakuho Sho doesn't head up one side or the other of the banzuke's top row.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Nov 2, 2021

Nippon Ishin faces fundamental hurdles to further electoral success

Experts say it's likely that the party will remain official outsiders but mostly align with the ruling coalition's policies.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 2, 2021

Leaders warn of climate ‘doomsday’ as old rifts divide summit’s first day

Long-running fault lines in the global debate over who should be the most responsible for cutting emissions emerged in the opening speeches of the assembled heads of state.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Nov 2, 2021

What to make of Japan’s prediction-defying election

When the counting stopped, the ruling coalition defied expectations — only losing a net total of 12 seats.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 2, 2021

U.S. Nuclear Posture Review poses basic questions for Biden and allies

Modernizing U.S. nuclear policy demands the development of new ways to deter by working creatively with allies to reapportion roles and responsibilities.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Nov 2, 2021

Handball federation ends bikini bottom requirement for women

A fine against Norway's team shortly before the Tokyo Olympics added to the global discussion over double standards affecting female athletes at every level of competition.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Nov 2, 2021

Supply chain crisis risks taking the global economy down with it

New indicators underscore the extremity of the problem, the world's failure to find a quick fix and how in some regions the Big Crunch of 2021 is still getting worse.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Nov 2, 2021

'Information combat': Inside the fight for Myanmar's soul

As Myanmar's military seeks to put down protest on the streets, a parallel battle is playing out on social media, with the junta using fake accounts to denounce opponents.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 2, 2021

China and Russia revive push to lift U.N. sanctions on North Korea

The sanctions on industries that Russia and China have proposed lifting previously earned North Korea hundreds of millions of dollars.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Nov 2, 2021

How often do COVID-19 vaccines cause heart problems in kids?

While the vaccines made by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna do seem to be associated with an increased risk of myocarditis, the absolute risk remains very small.
Japan Times
Nov 2, 2021

Suntory Group Employees Reflect on the Importance of Respecting Humanity and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion through “Suntory Group’s Global Action for Humanity”

Suntory Group Employees Reflect on the Importance of Respecting Humanity and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion through “Suntory Group’s Global Action for Humanity” - The company launches its first global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Vision and Strategic Pillars -
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 1, 2021

Kishida lays out broad policy plans following election victory

The prime minister signaled on Monday that he will pursue defense policies aimed at deterring China, address climate change and accelerate the recovery from the pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 1, 2021

When Halloween met election night in Tokyo

Many revelers said they felt excluded from the political process, and that there was more chance of a zombie invasion than the LDP being ousted from power.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Nov 1, 2021

Failed cooperation effort prompts soul-searching by Japan's opposition

The fielding of unified candidates led to some close races and two major upsets, but political differences ultimately undermined the tie-up in the eyes of voters.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Nov 1, 2021

Novak Djokovic sets sights on ending year atop rankings

Novak Djokovic said his targets for the rest of 2021 include clinching the year-end No. 1 spot and helping Serbia in its Davis Cup campaign, as he returns to competition at the Paris Masters for the first time since losing the U.S. Open final.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Nov 1, 2021

Astros rally past Braves in Game 5 to stay alive in World Series

Facing elimination and trailing early after a first-inning grand slam from the Braves' Adam Duvall, the Astros' offense roared to life after a pair of lackluster games in Atlanta.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 1, 2021

Big-name Japanese politicians chopped down to size in Lower House poll

Sunday's election saw a number of well-known lawmakers lose in their districts, with a handful regaining seats in the lower chamber via the proportional representation system.
Taiwan stuns Samurai Japan to capture Premier12 title
Japan starter Shosei Togo reacts after allowing a three-run home run against Taiwan in the fifth inning of the Premier12 final on Sunday.
Ishiba shelves proposal for liaison offices with North Korea amid rising tensions
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks on Saturday in Tokyo at a rally that was held by a group of families of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea decades ago to demand the immediate return of all abductees.
How Japan can exit the fossil fuel subsidies it can’t seem to quit
A man walks past a gasoline station in Tokyo on Thursday.
Woman dies after train collides with car in Tochigi
A Moka Railway train car
Japan beats Taiwan ahead of rematch in Premier12 final
Keita Sano celebrates with his teammates after scoring on Kotaro Kiyomiya's two-run triple against Taiwan during their Premier12 game at Tokyo Dome on Saturday.
How Japan can exit the fossil fuel subsidies it can’t seem to quit
A man walks past a gasoline station in Tokyo on Thursday.
An iconic 32-foot doughnut might give Randy’s an edge in Japan
Randy's Donuts in Inglewood, California. Replicas of the giant doughnut sculpture will be installed, where possible, at shops in Japan.
Tokyo’s newest three-star chef wants ‘harmony across every detail’
British-born Daniel Calvert earned his third Michelin star last month — a stunning achievement considering his restaurant, Sezanne, has only been open for just over three years.
133-year-old Kyushu railway station remains to be partially preserved
The remains of the original Moji Station in Kitakyushu
After Shohei Ohtani bump, Iwate ironware maker sees brighter future
Kaito Kikuchi's decision to send superstar Shohei Ohtani one of his company's traditional ironware tea kettles has paid off with a surge of interest from general consumers.

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