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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
Jun 5, 2023

As Taiwan gears up for 2024 presidential poll, who are the top candidates?

The result will have profound global ramifications as Beijing continues to step up military activity and diplomatic pressure on the island.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 5, 2023

Far-right resurgence limits Olaf Scholz’s room for action in Germany

Once viewed as a radical fringe group, the Alternative for Germany is now attracting frustrated supporters of established parties.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Jun 4, 2023

China and U.S. trade barbs at Asian security meet despite growing calls for dialogue

Still, the conference saw a series of important speeches and sideline meetings that highlighted U.S. efforts to strengthen its security alliances in the Indo-Pacific region.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jun 4, 2023

Strong third period lifts Knights over Panthers in Game 1

Adin Hill made 33 saves and Zach Whitecloud scored the go-ahead goal to highlight a three-goal third period for Vegas as the Golden Knights took Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 4, 2023

China’s defense chief slams U.S. military operations near his country's territory

Just hours after the U.S. criticized an 'unsafe' encounter with a Chinese navy ship, China's defense minister struck back, blaming such moves on 'hegemonic actions' by the United States.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 3, 2023

'Ukraine must not happen in Asia’: Defense ministers urge U.S.-China talks

Amid growing concerns over the possibility of a U.S.-China war, nearly 30 defense chiefs and top officials agreed on the need for better communication.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Jun 3, 2023

Saudi Arabia reaps benefits of unprecedented attention as Cristiano Ronaldo pledges to remain

Reports have linked a string of other big names to the Saudi Pro League, thanks to the riches of the Public Investment Fund, the sovereign wealth vehicle behind LIV Golf.
Japan Times
LIFE / Food & Drink
Jun 3, 2023

At Grace Choy’s table, a tantalizing portal to Cantonese cuisine

A rising culinary star, Choy considers it a mission to evangelize authentic Chinese flavors across Tokyo.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 3, 2023

U.S. defense chief says China talks 'essential' to curbing chance of conflict

As dangerously close U.S.-China military encounters rise, the U.S. defense secretary slammed China's unwillingness to meet and discuss improving crisis management mechanisms.
Japan Times
LIFE / Travel
Jun 3, 2023

This company promises no waits at airport security, but can it take off?

Despite paying for pricey subscriptions, some airline passengers are hurrying up and waiting at security.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 2, 2023

Taiwan tribe despairs as drought shrinks bamboo crop

February-to-April rains are crucial to the growth of bamboo shoots, but since late last year, there have not been any significant downpours.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 2, 2023

Sunak quietly tries to fix China ties without upsetting U.K. hawks

Despite ramping up dispatches of delegations to China, Sunak has so far stopped short of a personal show of engagement with Beijing.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Jun 1, 2023

JPMorgan tries to deflect blame for long relationship with Jeffrey Epstein

According to a deposition, Epstein was dismissed as a client in summer 2013 because of concerns about repeated large cash withdrawals from his many accounts with the bank.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 1, 2023

North Korea's failed launch puts focus on U.S.-Japan-South Korea cooperation

The U.S. and Japanese defense chiefs met for talks in Tokyo a day after a failed North Korean rocket carrying a spy satellite briefly triggered an emergency alert for Okinawa Prefecture.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 1, 2023

Chinese agent or private eye? Ex-New York policeman's 'Fox Hunt' trial kicks off

The case is the first of several involving alleged Fox Hunt schemes to reach trial in the United States, as officials crack down on what they term 'transnational repression.'
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
May 31, 2023

Just how safe is Fukushima’s ‘contaminated’ water?

To build the clean energy sector the world needs, nuclear power advocates must sway public opinion their way. Just crashing through won’t cut it.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 31, 2023

U.S. military accuses China of 'aggressive' encounter over South China Sea

The U.S. said a Chinese fighter jet had flown directly in front of a U.S. reconnaissance plane — the latest in a series of close encounters between the two powers.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
May 31, 2023

Filipinos press for right to divorce in slow social shift

Divorce is currently illegal in the Catholic-majority country, while court annulments take years and are increasingly exploited by online scammers.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 31, 2023

Chinese island shows the way to an all-electric future by 2030

An extensive network is part of a plan by the provincial government to end the sale of fossil fuel cars by 2030 and have EVs and hybrids account for 45% of the island’s fleet.
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Italy report 2023
May 31, 2023

How to thrive in the post-pandemic world

Ahead of this year’s summit held in Japan of the Group of Seven most industrialized economies, the Italian government headed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has been preparing to take over the group’s rotating presidency with a firm commitment to further raise living standards around the world,...
Japan Times
GLOBAL MEDIA POST / Italy report 2023
May 31, 2023

SHI motors ahead in Italy

Sumitomo Heavy Industries has played a significant role in the economic development of Japan for more than a century. SHI’s standing is seen in its participation in an array of projects, products and services around the world. In Europe, SHI has focused its investments on its Power Transmission and...
Japan Times
CULTURE / Film
May 30, 2023

With ‘Monster,’ Hirokazu Kore-eda makes a welcome return to form

The Palme d’Or-winning director’s homecoming to Japanese-language cinema is powerful and poignant as it unspools an intimate story about bullying, misunderstandings and family dynamics.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 30, 2023

World markets watch Erdogan for signs of financial policy shift in Turkey

Investors have bemoaned the Turkish leader’s maverick approach, underpinned by his belief that the only way to tackle inflation is to cut borrowing costs and grow the economy.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 30, 2023

China spurns meeting with U.S. defense chief amid sanctions snag

China declined a U.S. request for the countries’ defense chiefs to meet this week, following concerns Beijing raised over sanctions Washington imposed on its top general.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 29, 2023

The road back to growth in China after COVID-19

Barring a “black swan” event, China can achieve 6% GDP growth this year, thereby ending a 12-year slowdown.

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