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WORLD / Science & Health
Jan 24, 2021

In crises, vaccines can be stretched, but not easily

Splitting doses, delaying second shots, injecting into the skin instead of the muscle and employing roving vaccination teams have all saved lives — when the circumstances were right.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Jan 23, 2021

Former SMAP stars test broadcast television’s relevance

Rival talent agencies move into the void left by Japan's former J-pop kings.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 23, 2021

U.S. Senate confirms Lloyd Austin in historic vote, installing first Black defense secretary

His most immediate agenda includes an increasingly muscular China, an aggressive Russia, the protracted conflict in Afghanistan and a vague and looming threat of Iran.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Jan 22, 2021

Hosting U.S. jets brought free school meals to Iwakuni, but some question the trade-off

Residents near Iwakuni base cast doubt over deal sealed under watch of then-Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 22, 2021

New panel to probe growing use of marijuana and stiffen draconian pot law

Under the Cannabis Control Law, owners and growers of the illicit plant already face up to seven years of imprisonment.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Jan 22, 2021

Locked up in a Melbourne hotel for a year, then a sudden taste of freedom

For scores of other asylum-seekers who have been held in Australian hotels, stifling conditions have stretched on for months and months.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 22, 2021

U.S. Congress approves waiver for Lloyd Austin to be defense chief

The House of Representatives voted on Thursday to pass the waiver exempting Austin, who left the military in 2016, from a law that bars officers from the Pentagon's top civilian post.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jan 21, 2021

When removing two stars from playoff games represents progress for NFL

While fans of the Ravens and the Chiefs would vigorously disagree, others might consider the removal of Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes welcome sights.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 21, 2021

Wanted: Communist Party leadership to keep Vietnam in sweet spot amid U.S.-China tensions

Vietnam's ruling Communist Party gathers for a congress next week that will help shape the country's global role for the next five years, selecting new leaders and setting policy as tensions bubble with Beijing and Joe Biden settles in at the White House.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 21, 2021

Vietnam steps up 'chilling' crackdown on dissent ahead of key Communist Party congress

The country has seen a record number of political prisoners, longer jail terms, and increased harassment of activists in recent years.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 21, 2021

Biden, in a burst of climate orders, rejoins the Paris Agreement

The moves represent a first step in healing one of the deepest rifts between the United States and the rest of the world after Trump defiantly rejected the Paris pact.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Jan 21, 2021

The Trump administration is over, but will its Asia policies continue to resonate?

While many policies were erratic, bore little immediate fruit or appeared to severely damage partnerships, some of the fundamentals are expected to survive his departure.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Jan 20, 2021

‘Otona no Jijo’: When dinner guests stop being polite and start getting real

This remake of Italy's hit comedy “Perfect Strangers,” convincingly adapts the “party from hell” storyline for local audiences with a more heartwarming, less cynical undertone.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 20, 2021

Biden taps veteran team to clean up after Trump’s China fights

They'll find the region's landscape dramatically changed after four years of 'America First” upheaval.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 20, 2021

In parting shot, Trump administration accuses China of 'genocide' against Uyghurs

The U.S. decision does not automatically trigger any penalties, but means countries will have to think hard about allowing companies to do business with Xinjiang.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 20, 2021

As Thailand’s troubles grow, the king moves to bolster his image

Looming over myriad crises is the months of rallies where protesters have openly criticized the monarchy, Thailand's most powerful institution.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Science & Health / FOCUS
Jan 18, 2021

Japan scrambles to roll out vaccine, but how many people will get the shot?

Polls have shown recently that nearly 70% of Japanese are willing to get a coronavirus vaccine. But still, skepticism against vaccines is deeply rooted in the country.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jan 17, 2021

Why a new Asia policy is needed under Biden

During the four years of the Trump administration, the U.S. has been left behind in efforts to construct a new regional architecture in the Asia-Pacific.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Jan 17, 2021

Japan suicides jumped 16% in COVID-19 second wave after drop in first

Suicide rates in Japan have jumped in the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among women and children, even though they fell in the first wave.
Japan Times
ENVIRONMENT
Jan 16, 2021

The true cost of the climate crisis on Japan

The prime minister has called for Japan to be carbon neutral by 2050, but bolder measures look necessary to reduce the economic damage caused by global warming.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 16, 2021

Glitches, long hours and delays: Inside Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous rollout

Interviews with current and former CD Projekt staff depict a development process marred by unchecked ambition, poor planning and technical shortcomings.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jan 16, 2021

As Trump clashes with Big Tech, China’s censored internet takes his side

Blurring the distinction between companies and government, official propaganda outlets use Trump's ouster from Twitter and Facebook to argue that nobody in the world enjoys free speech.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 15, 2021

North Korea unveils new submarine-launched missile at parade

'Powerful weapon' likely to put all of Japan within range, and experts say it could lay the groundwork for longer-range solid-fueled missile.

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