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WORLD
Oct 13, 2022

As oceans rise, are some nations doomed to vanish?

According to a study cited by the U.N.'s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, five nations may become uninhabitable by 2100, creating 600,000 stateless climate refugees.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
Oct 13, 2022

‘Sadako DX’: J-horror icon goes viral

Japan's favorite long-haired spook gets tech savvy in a Hisashi Kimura film that takes on horror cliches with meta commentary and comedy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 12, 2022

Putin’s response to Crimea bridge attack shows how much it hurt

The severe damage done to the Kerch bridge, a symbolic and logistically important link with Russia exposes a leader who is under pressure from all sides.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Oct 11, 2022

Japan has much to learn from Taiwan's countering of China’s sharp power

A reserved manner and avoiding knee-jerk reactions has helped Taipei weather the latest storm regarding hostility from Beijing.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 9, 2022

Female students tell Iran's president to 'get lost' as unrest rages

The government has described the protests as a plot by Iran's enemies including the United States, accusing armed dissidents — among others — of violence.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 6, 2022

Ukraine recovers more territory in region Russia claims to have annexed

With Russian forces retreating from front lines in the south and east, Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy said settlements to the northeast of Kherson city had been 'liberated.'
Japan Times
PODCAST / deep dive
Oct 5, 2022

Deep Dive is back! And the climate crisis is still a problem.

Oscar Boyd, Hanae Takahashi and Eric Margolis join new Deep Dive host Shaun McKenna to talk about how people in Japan get their climate news and what we need to do as citizens to aid in the fight.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 5, 2022

U.S. ponders a striking move: Regulating outward investment

Neither protectionism nor unfettered free markets can protect national security and promote growth. The U.S. must struggle to get the balance right.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Entertainment news
Oct 3, 2022

Video of the Beatles during 1966 Japan visit disclosed

The release came after a disclosure request filed with the MPD eight years ago by a nonprofit organization working to promote information disclosure.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Oct 1, 2022

2020 U.S. election conspiracy theorists could soon oversee voting

A victory in November could allow election deniers to restrict voting access or seek to block certification of results.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 1, 2022

With bluster and threats, Putin casts the West as the enemy

Declaring that Russia would annex four regions of Ukraine, which the West rejects as illegal, the Russian president has accused the U.S. and its allies of “despotism'' and “satanism.''
Japan Times
LIFE / Style & Design
Oct 1, 2022

When big brands tap traditional Japanese crafts, all parties prosper

In their ever-evolving search for the latest, greatest trend, top designers seek the expertise, and stimulate the preservation, of traditional crafts.
Japan Times
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.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 30, 2022

Ukraine advance near key Donbas town tests Putin’s land grab

Ukrainian, Western and Russian military analysts say Russian units are at risk of being enveloped in the Donetsk town of Lyman.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 30, 2022

Putin to host Kremlin ceremony annexing parts of Ukraine

United Nations chief Antonio Guterres has issued a warning, saying the planned annexations were a 'dangerous escalation' and jeopardize prospects for peace.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Sep 27, 2022

BOJ chief Haruhiko Kuroda backs intervention while stressing need for easing

The government's action last week came almost directly after the BOJ's ultralow rates stance fueled further yen weakening, triggering doubt over the authorities' unified stance.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Longform
Sep 26, 2022

Big in China, but can the party last for Japan’s artists?

Overseas artists can make a splash in China — provided they abide by the rules.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 25, 2022

Russia's top envoy accuses Washington of 'playing with fire' around Taiwan

Tensions over Taiwan have soared after a visit in August by U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 24, 2022

Liz Truss’ historic gamble with the U.K. economy is already unraveling

The market's verdict on the u00a3220 billion (u00a534.2 trillion) policy blitz set out by finance chief Kwasi Kwarteng was swift and devastating.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Sep 23, 2022

The United Nations finds itself at a tipping point

What meaning or purpose does the United Nations have if it cannot stop countries from waging war against each other?
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 23, 2022

Russia starts annexation vote in parts of Ukraine

The results are seen as a foregone conclusion in favor of annexation, and Ukraine and its allies have already made clear they will not recognize the results.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Sep 22, 2022

A cornered Putin is more dangerous than ever

In his menacing televised address Wednesday, Putin aimed at nothing less than altering the meaning of the war for his country, raising the stakes for the entire world.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Art
Sep 21, 2022

The Aichi Triennale as seen through four textures

The arts festival's conceptual works stand in stark contrast to its tactile pieces, from marimba-like instruments to ceramic interpretations of bombs, presented at the Aichi Arts Center.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 19, 2022

New South Korean president tries to make his mark on foreign policy

Yoon Suk-yeol has aligned his country more closely with the United States, but there are limits to how far he can go without angering China or provoking North Korea.

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