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TENNIS
Oct 8, 2021

Andy Murray's wedding ring and stinky shoes returned

Andy Murray was "back in the good books" with his wife after his wedding ring and stinky shoes were returned to him on Thursday.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Oct 8, 2021

Not just coal: End to deforestation sought at COP26 climate summit

Green groups say the importance of carbon-storing forests in curbing global warming is being overlooked by many nations — especially in their climate funding.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Oct 8, 2021

14 cuts in 25 minutes: How Hong Kong censors movies

The Asian film capital has cracked down on documentaries and independent productions that it fears could glamorize the pro-democracy movement.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Oct 7, 2021

Andy Murray makes online plea for return of stolen wedding ring

Airing his sweaty tennis shoes outside a hotel room in California has landed Andy Murray in trouble at home after the shoes were stolen — along with his wedding ring, which was tied to one of the laces.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 7, 2021

NWSL players return to the field for first time since sexual misconduct allegations

Banners and signs declaring, "PROTECT THE PLAYERS" and "NO MORE SILENCE" were displayed around National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) pitches on Wednesday, as teams took the field for the first time since the league was rocked by allegations of sexual misconduct.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Oct 7, 2021

In major breakthrough, WHO backs malaria vaccine rollout for Africa's children

The WHO says 94% of malaria cases and deaths occur in Africa, a continent of 1.3 billion people.
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BUSINESS
Oct 6, 2021

Japan to sell 27% of Japan Post to raise reconstruction funds

The planned sale would represent a stake of about 27%, lowering the government's ownership to one third, the minimum allowed by law.
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WORLD
Oct 6, 2021

How Putin’s advisers convinced him to take climate risks seriously

The shift in thinking means the Kremlin is likely to come to the COP26 climate change summit with proposals to synchronize its efforts to measure carbon emissions with those in Europe.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 5, 2021

New Kishida administration faces divisions over future energy mix

With pro-nuclear figures in key positions in the new Cabinet and COP26 not far off, the next few weeks are likely to see intense debate on the balance between nuclear and renewables.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 5, 2021

Reality check needed on finance to keep people safe in a warming world

International funding has become crucial to help poorer island nations suffering from climate change, but support for crafting national adaption plans is just as important.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Oct 5, 2021

Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid named to Canada's initial Beijing squad

There were no surprises in Canada's early selections given that NHL players are set to return to the Olympics after the league skipped the 2018 Pyeongchang Games.
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WORLD
Oct 5, 2021

Pandora Papers: World leaders deny wrongdoing after dump of purported secrets

The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists said the files are linked to about 35 current and former national leaders.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 4, 2021

‘Major’ oil spill off California coast threatens wetlands and wildlife

Environmental groups said that the spill underscored the need for the state of California to move away from fossil fuels in favor of renewable energy.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Oct 3, 2021

The four LDP executives who are key to Kishida's immediate success

How well the LDP does in the upcoming Lower House election will depend not only on Kishida but also four top party officials who were appointed Friday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 3, 2021

Daughter of Philippines' Duterte to run for president in 2022, report says

Sara Duterte-Carpio, currently mayor of Davao, the Philippines' third-largest city, could take up the mantle of her father, who announced Saturday that he is retiring from politics.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 1, 2021

Energy crisis adds new hurdle to COP26 goal of ending coal use

U.S. and European officials pushing for tougher climate action are worried the energy crunch that's snarling the global economy could also undermine crucial United Nations talks next month.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 29, 2021

A post-Merkel postmortem

While Angela Merkel pushed the SPD to the left, she vacated so much space on the right that the far-right AfD emerged to take important votes away from the CDU.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 29, 2021

Government may start process to sell ¥950 billion stake in Japan Post this week

The sale was expected in 2019 but became difficult after the value of Japan Post shares fell sharply following a scandal over improper sales practice at its insurance unit.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 29, 2021

In backing Fumio Kishida, LDP opts for 'stable realist'

Criticized as bland and indecisive following his loss in the September 2020 LDP presidential race, Kishida is seen as having grown tougher and more passionate this time round.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 29, 2021

Coal prices rising worldwide as China struggles to meet its growing demand

The dirtiest fossil fuel, which was struggling against cleaner energy sources, is now seeing its biggest comeback ever, complicating climate talks just weeks away.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 28, 2021

LGBTQ groups hope LDP's leadership race may lead to same-sex marriage in Japan

Of the four candidates for the Liberal Democratic Party leadership, Taro Kono and Seiko Noda have supported gay marriage. Within Asia, same-sex marriage is currently only legal in Taiwan.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 28, 2021

Was Angela Merkel really Germany's climate chancellor?

Merkel implicitly admitted that her green policies had moved too slowly in one of her last news conferences, after floods in July killed more than 180 people.
Japan Times
SUMO
Sep 27, 2021

Hakuho, sumo's record-setting yokozuna, to retire

The 36-year-old Mongolia-born wrestler had been considering retirement after failing to recover from a knee injury that has kept him out of tournaments in recent years.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball / NPB
Sep 27, 2021

Three-team race for Central League pennant could go down to wire

Even though the Climax Series doesn't start until Nov. 6, the final push for the pennant will make it feel like postseason baseball came early.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 26, 2021

China's Xi warns of 'grim' Taiwan situation in letter to opposition

Taiwan's Kuomintang elected as their leader on Saturday former New Taipei City Mayor Eric Chu, who said he would rekindle stalled high-level contacts with China's ruling Communist Party.

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