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Japan Times
CULTURE / Stage / Reviews
Jun 13, 2023

Opulence: Glitter, glitter and a lot of gold

Seeing Tokyo-based drag queens perform with 'RuPaul's Drag Race' royalty would definitely make any local drag fans proud.
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LIFE / Longform
Jun 12, 2023

Hunting for marriage: Inside Japan’s matchmaking crusade

As fewer people are tying the knot and the birthrate continues to fall, a range of initiatives are being made available to those who haven’t given up on love.
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 12, 2023

Former LDP kingmaker Mikio Aoki dies at 89

Aoki, known as the “don of the Upper House” for his influence inside and outside the LDP, served as a lawmaker in the chamber between 1986 and 2010.
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WORLD / Politics
Jun 12, 2023

Former Italian leader Silvio Berlusconi dies at 86

Berlusconi, a billionaire businessman who created Italy's largest media company before transforming the political landscape, served as prime minister in 1994-1995, 2001-2006 and 2008-2011.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 12, 2023

South Korea indicts ex-Samsung Electronics executive for alleged data leak to China

Prosecutors said they have also indicted six other people for their involvement in the alleged crime, including an inspection company employee.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jun 12, 2023

Abe suspect hearing canceled after suspicious object found

The site was evacuated after what appeared to be an 'unidentified bag' was delivered to the court, and the hearing was canceled for the day.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 12, 2023

China expands nuclear arsenal as global tensions grow, study says

India, Pakistan and North Korea have also upped their stockpiles, and Russia's grew from 4,477 to 4,489, while the remaining nuclear powers maintained the size of their arsenals.
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WORLD
Jun 12, 2023

Race is on to protect Sudan’s pyramids and tombs as war rages

Airstrikes have been recorded around Khartoum, Omdurman and Bahri — areas home to many temples and monuments, and the cradle of the Kerma civilization, which flourished around 2500 B.C.
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WORLD
Jun 12, 2023

With probes of Russian lines, Ukraine’s counteroffensive takes shape

With each clash, Ukraine is trying to show that it can attack anywhere, while trying to make Russia defend everywhere.
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LIFE / Food & Drink / Destination Restaurants
Jun 11, 2023

Villa del Nido: Local produce, Italian technique, volcanic backdrop

Tucked away among the smallholdings of a rural community in Unzen City, it seems an unlikely setting for Villa del Nido’s sophisticated, Italian-accented, farm-to-table cuisine.
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WORLD / Crime & Legal / ANALYSIS
Jun 10, 2023

Trump faces strong case over illegal retention of classified papers, experts say

Legal experts say neither the law nor the facts appear to be on the side of the former U.S. president.
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BUSINESS
Jun 10, 2023

U.K. bans ‘misleading’ fossil fuel ads that overemphasize renewables

All of the campaigns targeted by the U.K. authorities emphasize the oil companies’ ambitions on renewable energy but fail to mention their sizeable carbon footprints.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 10, 2023

Top U.S. diplomat to visit Beijing for long-awaited talks on June 18

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to China later this month for long-delayed talks aimed at stabilizing tense relations.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 9, 2023

An open letter to China’s defense minister (satire intended)

Japanese editorials were divided over the Sino-U.S. positions at the Shangri-La Dialogue.
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BUSINESS
Jun 9, 2023

Dismal sales undercut Toyota and Hyundai as they push hydrogen fuel-cell cars

Such vehicles accounted for only 0.02% of global passenger vehicle sales last year, according to a report, with sales dropping in Toyota's home market.
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WORLD
Jun 9, 2023

Russia's elite is souring on Putin’s chances of winning his war

Many within the political and business elite are tired of the war and want it to stop, though they doubt Putin will halt the fighting.
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WORLD / Science & Health
Jun 9, 2023

How wildfire smoke impacts human health

Wildfire exposure is bad for the human body no matter how healthy a person is or how long they’re exposed to it.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jun 9, 2023

No. 1 Iga Swiatek sets up clash against Karolina Muchova in French Open final

The 22-year-old Pole, who improved her record in Paris to 27-2, is bidding to become the first woman to successfully defend the title since Justine Henin in 2007.
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GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Serbia report 2023
Jun 9, 2023

Serbia: Experiencing Europe’s next big thing

Its lush landscape, crystal-clear waters, charming cities rich in cultural heritage, and gastronomic meals make Serbia one of Europe’s most beautiful and fascinating tourist destinations.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 8, 2023

Taiwan must prepare for conflict but seek dialogue with China, presidential candidate says

Speaking at a news conference in Tokyo, Ko Wen-je said that while it is important for Taiwan to have well-established defense capabilities, “seeking dialogue” with Beijing is crucial.
JAPAN
Jun 8, 2023

How Japan ensures you gamble exactly when and where it wants you to

Laws on gambling mean that the activity is prohibited in general, except for betting on something that is legally defined as “momentary amusement,” or on government-sanctioned events.
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WORLD
Jun 8, 2023

Smoke from Canadian wildfires blankets New York

The U.S. National Weather Service issued air quality alerts for a large part of the eastern U.S. as fires threaten critical infrastructure in Quebec.
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WORLD / Politics
Jun 8, 2023

Sunak pitches U.K. leadership on AI during Washington visit

The prime minister wants a future global AI regulator to be based in London, according to sources, arguing that Britain has the requisite expertise and tech sector.
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BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 8, 2023

Japan’s economy grows faster than expected amid strong investment

GDP grew at an annualized 2.7% in the January-March quarter from the previous three months, revised figures showed.

Longform

Ayumi Matsuki, a priestess at Yoshiwara Shrine, shows off some "o-mamori" charms. She says visitors to the shrine have increased since the NHK drama “Unbound” began airing this month.
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