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Jul 10, 2021

Tyson Fury tests positive for COVID-19, fight with Deontay Wilder postponed

The trilogy fight between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas this month has been called off after Fury tested positive for COVID-19, the World Boxing Council (WBC) announced on Friday.
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TENNIS
Jul 10, 2021

Novak Djokovic expecting great battle with Matteo Berrettini in Wimbledon final

The 34-year-old maintained his imperious progress as he fought off Canadian Denis Shapovalov in three tight sets on Friday to move into his 30th Grand Slam final.
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LIFE / Longform
Jul 10, 2021

In search of Japan's lost wolves: Enduring legacy

In the final chapter of our five-part series, we look at how the mythos and mystery of the wolf continue to captivate and inspire.
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COMMENTARY / World
Jul 9, 2021

A book you remember, a Kindle you forget

When reading on a digital device, the fear is that the loss of mental effort will lead to a loss in overall thoughtfulness.
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EDITORIALS
Jul 9, 2021

As the U.S. withdraws, Afghanistan’s neighbors must step up

Despite many different perspectives among many nations, one thing most of countries agree on is that the dire situation in Afghanistan is the fault of the U.S.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 9, 2021

SoftBank preps $5 billion for Latin America investments

SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son is stepping up his investments in technology companies after a number of high-profile debuts in recent months.
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CULTURE / Books
Jul 9, 2021

'Black Box' shines a light on shadowy realities of sexual assault in Japan

Shiori Ito's memoir highlights shortcomings of justice for survivors in Japan.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 8, 2021

South Korea's 'comfort women' face life's end as political fight rages on

The few remaining say they are facing the twilight of their lives with diminished camaraderie and will to fight.
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JAPAN
Jul 7, 2021

Experts in Japan warn of unseasonable spread of cold-like virus

RSV usually causes cold-like symptoms, including fever and a severe cough, and most people recover in a week or two, but it can lead to more serious complications.
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COMMENTARY / World
Jul 7, 2021

The logic of effective climate action

The China shock gave us Donald Trump. A carbon tax, imposed willy-nilly, could result in even worse.
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OLYMPICS
Jul 7, 2021

Risako Kawai aiming for second straight Olympic wrestling gold

The 26-year-old will be competing in a new weight class at the Tokyo Games, stepping down to 57 kg after winning the 63-kg category in Rio de Janeiro.
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BASEBALL
Jul 7, 2021

Lions veteran Daisuke Matsuzaka to retire following injury struggles

The 40-year-old right-hander, whose name is synonymous with an entire generation of Japanese players, has 114 career wins in NPB and another 56 in the major leagues.
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BUSINESS
Jul 5, 2021

China blocks SoftBank-backed Didi from app stores days after U.S. IPO

The surprise probe and rapid decision by China's powerful internet regulator piles on the scrutiny of Didi over issues ranging from antitrust to data security.
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LIFE / Style & Design
Jul 4, 2021

No time to die, but a great time to wear a maekake apron

Once standard workwear for tradespeople, Anything Co. Ltd.'s maekake feature contemporary graphic designs, iconic ukiyo-e prints, manga characters and sports team logos.
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Jul 4, 2021

China names experienced gymnastics lineup for Tokyo Games

Experienced squads on both the men's and women's sides will be looking to recapture the gold medals that eluded them at the Rio Olympics in 2016.
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OLYMPICS
Jul 3, 2021

China's 'Iron Hammer' ready to defend women's volleyball crown at Tokyo Olympics

Defending gold, however, will not be easy for China, even with Zhu Ting, the 26-year-old ace regarded as one of the best volleyball players of all time.
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WORLD
Jul 3, 2021

Second Florida building evacuated as death toll rises to 22 in condo tower collapse

All residents of the second building, Crestview Towers, were told to leave immediately after engineers found serious concrete and electrical problems.
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LIFE / Food & Drink / THE RECIPE BOX
Jul 3, 2021

Bring back the baking boom with these sourdough crumpets

Use up your surplus sourdough starter to make these addictive crumpets u2026 and then go one step further and make breakfast dorayaki.
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BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 2, 2021

SoftBank gets over $7 billion in jumbo offshore bond deal

The Japanese technology giant sold $3.85 billion of dollar-denominated debt and u20ac2.95 billion ($3.5 billion) of notes on Wednesday.
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WORLD
Jul 2, 2021

Biden mourns with families as collapsed Florida condo search resumes

Biden acknowledged that hopes of finding any survivors dimmed with each passing day, but said it was possible someone might still be pulled out alive.

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