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Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 22, 2022

Biden says Russia is considering using chemical and biological weapons in Ukraine

The U.S. leader also warned businesses to be alert for possible cyberattacks by Russia. 'It's part of Russia's playbook,' he said.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 22, 2022

Dutch coach Louis van Gaal criticizes hosting of World Cup in Qatar

Van Gaal said the world soccer governing body's reasons for awarding the finals to Qatar, where his team will be competing at the Nov. 21-Dec. 18 tournament, were spurious.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Mar 22, 2022

Phil Mickelson no longer on list of Masters competitors

The veteran's absence from the year's opening major will mark the first time that he will miss the Masters since 1994.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Kyushu
Mar 21, 2022

'Deipnophobia' — understanding the fear of dining with others

While many people feel they are missing out amid COVID-19 restrictions imposed on group dining, some feel relieved by the current situation.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 21, 2022

China will work to de-escalate war in Ukraine, diplomat says

China's top envoy to Washington pledged his country 'will do everything” to de-escalate the war in Ukraine, but refused to condemn Russia's attack and branded such requests 'naive.”
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Mar 21, 2022

Why China has failed to build 'great power relations' with the U.S.

Fifty years on from the Shanghai Communique, the nations have failed to reach a concrete understanding, despite changes in leadership.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 20, 2022

A green island turns red: Madagascar residents struggle through long drought

Four years of drought along with deforestation caused by people burning or cutting down trees to make charcoal or to open up land for farming, have transformed the area into a dust bowl.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 20, 2022

Seizing superyachts is not the best way to help Ukraine

Anti-oligarchism only makes sense as part of a total war against the Putin regime, which is not the policy the West has chosen.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 20, 2022

For the U.S., a tenuous balance in confronting Russia

Navigating between aiding Ukraine and avoiding an escalation with Moscow has led to a tangle of decisions and sometimes tortured distinctions over weapons and other elements of policy.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 20, 2022

British royal couple starts Caribbean tour dogged by protest in Belize

Coinciding with the Queen's 70th year on the throne, the Duke and Duchess arrive nearly four months after Barbados voted to cut ties with the monarchy.
Japan Times
Mar 18, 2022

Go Circular! Vol.2 Plowing with Horses to Make Sustainable Sake

Tsunan sake brewery and Sanbarikisha Co., Ltd have agreed to embark on comprehensive collaboration in the beverage sustainability domain, with the aim of realizing a sustainable society.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 18, 2022

Online cockfighting wagers rake in billions in the Philippines

Once a declining bloodsport, the centuries-old game is now a major industry across this Southeast Asian nation.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 17, 2022

Princess Aiko offers condolences to quake victims in first solo conference

Princess Aiko, 20, the only child of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, gave her first solo news conference on Thursday.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Mar 17, 2022

From the Kremlin, Putin ponders war and peace

Three weeks into its invasion, Russia is battling fierce resistance from Ukrainian forces and has yet to achieve its stated aims.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 16, 2022

U.S. begins flying Japanese nonlethal military aid to Ukraine

The move marks the first time an American aircraft has carried Japanese Self-Defense Forces gear to another country.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Mar 16, 2022

On Taiwanese island, drills underscore strategic importance and vulnerability

Taiwan held live-fire drills in its northernmost territory on Wednesday, putting the spotlight on a remote island that is strategically located at a chokepoint near China — and potentially vulnerable to attack.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 16, 2022

Ukraine war gives Taiwan pointers for its own defense

The invasion of Ukraine has sparked a conversation about how well Taiwan's armed forces and civilian population are prepared to fend off a Chinese invasion.
Japan Times
SUMO / INSIDE SUMO
Mar 16, 2022

'COVID factor' wreaks havoc on stormy Spring Basho

Unpredictability reigns at Edion Arena Osaka so far, with the impact of February's wave of infections possibly affecting performances.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Mar 15, 2022

Japan firms brace for more supply chain disruption after Ukraine war

Despite rarely procuring goods from Russia or Ukraine directly, Japan's manufacturers remain vulnerable to the war's far-reaching repercussions.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 15, 2022

Rafa Nadal: Players need to build resilience to deal with hecklers

The Spaniard's comments came after fellow Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka was thrown off-balance by a heckler at the start of her second-round defeat at Indian Wells on Sunday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Mar 15, 2022

Silicon Valley tries to disentangle itself from Russian money

In recent weeks, global businesses have rushed to cease operations in Russia. But for venture firms that have accepted funds from Russian investors, cutting ties is a thornier imperative.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Mar 15, 2022

Cameron Smith survives wild final round to win Players Championship

The 28-year-old Australian held his nerve when needed, carding a six-under 66 for a winning total of 13-under to capture his second title of the season and fifth of his career.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 14, 2022

Andy Murray calls hecklers unfortunate part of sports after incident involving Naomi Osaka

'Obviously I feel for Naomi, that it upset her a lot but yeah, it's always been something that's been part of sport, I guess, as well,' Murray said.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 14, 2022

‘Things will only get worse.’ Putin’s war sends Russians into exile.

Tens of thousands of Russians have fled to Istanbul since Russia invaded Ukraine last month — outraged about what they see as a criminal war.

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