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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Aug 1, 2022

Pelosi kicks off Asia trip as talk of Taiwan stop gains steam

The U.S. House speaker is expected to visit the self-ruled island during her Asia tour, despite warnings from China against such a move.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 1, 2022

An economic lesson from Japan

How does Japan, which imports massive volumes of oil and with a weakening currency, keep inflation so low?
Japan Times
WORLD
Aug 1, 2022

Russian strikes kill Ukrainian owner of major grain exporter

The head of Nibulon — which specializes in the production and export of wheat, barley and corn, and has its own fleet and shipyard — was killed in the city of Mykolaiv.
Japan Times
BASKETBALL / NBA
Aug 1, 2022

NBA legend and 11-time champion Bill Russell dies at 88

Russell won 11 NBA titles as a player with the Boston Celtics. He also was the first Black head coach in North American professional sports history.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 31, 2022

Ex-Tokyo Olympics executive received ¥230 million from Games sponsor, sources say

Tokyo prosecutors suspect that the payments to Takahashi were made as a reward for helping Aoki Holdings become a Tokyo Games official sponsor.
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MORE SPORTS
Jul 31, 2022

Donald Trump-hosted LIV event a mixed bag of big money and few fans

The former president's 520-acre property failed to attract the thousands of fans on Saturday that would typically swarm the fairways, merchandise tents and food venues of a PGA Tour event.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 30, 2022

As U.S. defends Ukraine at U.N., China warns against challenge over Taiwan

The determination of China to defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity should not be underestimated, Beijing's U.N. ambassador said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 29, 2022

Manila’s helicopter deal cancellation increases pressure on Russian defense industry

The Mi-17 cancellation was unexpected as the Philippines had reiterated as recently as March that it was planning to proceed with the procurement.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 29, 2022

BOJ members warn of global slowdown and urge stimulus stay in place

Unlike the U.S. and Europe, Japan's economy remains smaller than its pre-COVID-19 level and the latest projections suggest it will remain so this year.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 28, 2022

Trudeau spars with farmers on climate plan, risking grain output

The tension comes as efforts to cut carbon dioxide emissions related to energy are lagging, so policymakers are increasingly looking to other sectors, including agriculture.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 28, 2022

Japan's minimum wage talks stall as government panel remains divided

Management and labor representatives had been expected to reach an agreement at a meeting of the subcommittee Monday.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 28, 2022

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin backs $369 billion energy and climate bill key to Biden agenda

The deal breaks a deadlock on the long-sought legislation, with the bill set to generate an estimated $739 billion in revenue, spend $433 billion and reduce deficits by $300 billion.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health / FOCUS
Jul 27, 2022

Monkeypox emergency could last months, with window closing to stop spread, experts say

Making predictions are complex, scientists around the world said, but with cases doubling every two weeks, sustained transmission is likely to last several months and possibly longer.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 27, 2022

Member of marauding monkey gang killed after dozens of people injured in Japan

City officials have been trying for weeks to track down the vicious group that has made national headlines by assaulting residents.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 27, 2022

Mother of suspected Abe shooter feels sorry for causing trouble for Unification Church

The suspect has told the police that his mother, a member of the religious group, went bankrupt after making a large amount of donations to the group, causing his family to collapse.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jul 26, 2022

Why sanctions are failing to stop Russia's attack on Ukraine

While Russia seems wary of interventions by the U.S. or NATO, and is trying to avoid them, economic sanctions placed on Moscow have done little to halt the war.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 26, 2022

Recalling Shinzo Abe’s devotion to public service

Long-standing politician and former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s funeral was held on July 12 at Zojoji temple in central Tokyo. The wake, held the previous night, was attended by around 2,500 people. Japanese and foreign dignitaries gathered to pay their final respects to Abe, who was killed in an attack...
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Jul 26, 2022

Sergio Garcia to 'hold off' on plan to resign from DP World Tour

The 42-year-old Spaniard said he was probably going to leave his home European circuit, only to have a change of heart as he looks ahead to qualification for the Ryder Cup.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 25, 2022

It takes a smart village to build sustainable prosperity

To improve the quality of life, we need to expand access to high-quality services — including water, energy, transport and internet — even to far-flung rural areas.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 25, 2022

China on alert for Evergrande restructuring plan after shakeup

The company rocked markets late last year when it defaulted on dollar-bond payments after liquidity scares that began in 2020.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 23, 2022

Suspect in Abe assassination set to undergo mental examination

Prosecutors will determine whether Tetsuya Yamagami can bear criminal liability based on the examination before making a decision on whether to indict the suspect.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 23, 2022

Three bodies, believed to be missing Hokkaido tour boat passengers, still kept by Russia

The Japanese and Russian governments are still negotiating the handover of the bodies discovered on the Russian island of Sakhalin and Kunashiri.

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