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COMMUNITY / Our Lives
Jul 18, 2022

Tapping into the wisdom of Japan's small communities

While working in broadcasting, Adam Fulford was able to see a lot of Japan. Now he sees the bigger picture, learning from his travels as a way to seek a sustainable path moving forward.
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WORLD / Politics
Jul 17, 2022

Balkan countries sign deal to unlock EU enlargement talks

The EU-backed deal seeks to alleviate doubts among Balkan countries that the bloc is still committed to enlargement, amid concern of growing Russian influence.
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WORLD
Jul 17, 2022

How authoritarian regimes hunt their opponents abroad

According to U.S. watchdog Freedom House, there were at least 735 direct, physical incidents of transnational repression between 2014 and 2021, carried out by 36 governments.
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WORLD
Jul 17, 2022

As Biden reaches out to Mideast dictators, his eyes are on China and Russia

Biden outlined a five-part 'new framework for the Middle East” that included supporting economic development, military security and democratic freedoms.
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JAPAN / Politics
Jul 17, 2022

Japan to allow defense budget requests without specific amounts

The government usually sets a ceiling on spending requests to avoid expenditures from increasing too much and straining Japan's already worsening finances.
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WORLD / Politics
Jul 16, 2022

U.S. House panel subpoenas Secret Service records in Jan. 6 inquiry

The committee investigating the assault on the U.S. Capitol has subpoenaed the records after being told by a government inspector general that the agency wasn't cooperating with the inquiry.
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WORLD
Jul 16, 2022

Warning sirens sound in Ukraine's capital as Russia steps up bombardment

Air raid sirens sounded across Kyiv on Saturday as Russia stepped up long-range bombardment of Ukrainian cities that has killed at least 34 people in the last three days and wounded scores.
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Jul 16, 2022

NFL players pay small price when accused of violence against women

A study found that a player's worth on the field more strongly predicts how long his career will be than whether he is accused of violence against women.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 15, 2022

Expect more hostage diplomacy from a desperate Iran

Recent episodes involving foreigners should be a warning to Western governments that their citizens are an easy target for a regime facing mounting domestic and international pressure.
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JAPAN
Jul 15, 2022

Doctor recalls grim situation as team fought to save Abe

The team transfused into Abe around 13 liters of blood, equivalent to the combined amount of blood in two to three adults.
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WORLD
Jul 15, 2022

Italian president urges Prime Minister Mario Draghi not to quit

Italy's political parties are increasingly divided over issues such as the rising cost of living and how to respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Japan Times
LIFE
Jul 14, 2022

The rapid rise of round-the-clock fitness in Japan

The world's largest fitness chain is expanding its footprint in a nation opening up to the merits of building up muscle.
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BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 14, 2022

Hot U.S. inflation fuels bets on supersized Fed rate hike

A bevy of U.S. central bankers in recent weeks have signaled support for a second straight 75 basis points rate increase at their upcoming policy meeting on July 26 and 27.
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Jul 13, 2022

Tour de France's environmental protest an 'anecdote' for riders

The presence of protesters with road flares caused the race to halt for 15 minutes, with 38 kilometers to go to the finish line at the Alpine town of Megeve.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jul 13, 2022

New Philippine president faces delicate balancing act between U.S. and China

Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s predecessor gained international attention for seeking to pivot away from the United States toward China.
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JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 13, 2022

Suspect in Abe assassination planned to attack religious group leader

Tetsuya Yamagami planned an attack on the Unification Church leader when she visited Japan in 2019 to attend an event.
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BUSINESS
Jul 13, 2022

Canada pitches itself to Japan as key part of green supply chain

Francois-Philippe Champagne, Canada's minister of innovation, science and industry, says his country's EV battery ecosystem can help decarbonization efforts.
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Jul 13, 2022

Olympian Mo Farah wins U.K. plaudits after revealing true past

The 39-year-old distance runner, one of Britain's best-loved and most successful athletes, told a BBC documentary that he had been illegally trafficked as a child.
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JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jul 13, 2022

Abe's death may have shaken Kishida government despite election win

Some sources close to the party worry that, without Abe, the LDP's conservative wing has no heavyweight to keep it in check and may get out of control.
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WORLD
Jul 13, 2022

Trump incited Capitol attack after 'unhinged' White House meeting, panel told

The committee also produced evidence that aides and outside agitators knew before the riot that Trump would urge thousands of his supporters to march on the Capitol.
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JAPAN / Crime & Legal / EXPLAINER
Jul 12, 2022

As Japan mourns Abe's death, details of shooting suspect begin to emerge

Investigative sources have indicated that Tetsuya Yamagami planned his attack on Shinzo Abe extensively.
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OLYMPICS
Jul 12, 2022

IOC official: Russia and Belarus athletes may face Paris 2024 ban

Craig Reedie, the former president of the World Anti-Doping Agency, said it would be unrealistic to allow currently banned athletes to enter qualifying competitions once they have begun.
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WORLD
Jul 12, 2022

Not just a number: Joe Biden's age in the spotlight

As the oldest person ever elected to the top U.S. office prepares for a grueling Middle East tour, debate is mounting over Biden's apparent desire to run again in 2024.
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Jul 12, 2022

Simone Biles inspires other stars to go public on mental health

Retired French soccer icon Thierry Henry and Irish rugby great Keith Earls are among a growing number of athletes willing to discuss their struggles.

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