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EDITORIALS
Dec 16, 2003

'We got him'

With these words, Iraq's U.S. administrator Paul Bremer announced on Sunday that American military forces had captured former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. His arrest symbolizes the end of an era in Iraq. It also could break the back of a resistance that has stymied efforts to bring peace and stability...
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Koizumi era sees China ties deteriorate

Relations between Beijing and Tokyo have grown ever more thorny since the demise of pro-China politicians such as former Prime Ministers Noboru Takeshita and Keizo Obuchi.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Group seeks wider release of details on car accidents

People victimized by traffic accidents submitted a 35,000-signature petition Monday to Justice Minister Daizo Nozawa, calling for investigative reports to be disclosed to their side before any parties are held responsible and charged.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Russian prime minister discusses pipeline

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov called Monday for Japan's cooperation in developing oil in eastern Siberia that would supply a planned pipeline linking the region with Japan -- or China.
MORE SPORTS
Dec 16, 2003

Japanese horses fail to notch win

HONG KONG -- Japanese hopefuls in the Hong Kong International Races failed to pick up a win in either the Mile or the Cup on Sunday at Sha Tin Racecourse.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Japan pleased but still wary of security situation

Japan welcomes the much-awaited capture of former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, but the local security situation still needs careful assessment ahead of any dispatch of Self-Defense Forces elements, top government officials said Monday.
BUSINESS
Dec 16, 2003

Tax Commission urges tobacco-tax shift

The government's tax panel suggested Monday transferring tobacco tax revenues from the national government to local governments as a temporary measure in fiscal 2004.
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Dec 16, 2003

Computers trains and sewing tips

Driving and computers I seem to remember that some time ago you gave information about driving lessons in English. I wonder if you could let me have the details as I neglected to note them down at the time.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Issues / THE ZEIT GIST
Dec 16, 2003

'Shut-ins' turn backs on Japan

To look at 29-year-old Kenji Tanaka laughing and drinking with his friends, it's hard to believe that he spent the best part of his twenties cut off from almost all human contact.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Voices / VIEWS FROM THE STREET
Dec 16, 2003

Are hikikomori (shut-ins) part of a troubling social trend or harmless misfits?

Steve Van der Westeisen 25
MORE SPORTS
Dec 16, 2003

Tsukada to compete in Europe

Over 78-kg world silver medalist Maki Tsukada will be among the top judoka competing at international tournaments in Europe from January, the All Japan Judo Federation said Monday.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Tokyo sues North Korea-linked school

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government on Monday sued the operator of a pro-Pyongyang elementary school for using Tokyo-owned land without a valid contract for more than 13 years.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Rengo backs detained Myanmar activist

The nation's largest labor organization urged the government Monday to release a 46-year-old man from Myanmar facing deportation, submitting a joint petition by 20 labor unions under its umbrella.
BUSINESS
Dec 16, 2003

Hussein capture spurs Nikkei surge

Tokyo stocks surged Monday as investors welcomed the weekend capture of former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein by buying issues almost across the board.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Former Takefuji chairman indicted

Yasuo Takei, the 73-year-old founder and former chairman of consumer credit company Takefuji Corp., was indicted Monday on charges of ordering wiretaps in violation of the Telecommunications Business Law.
BUSINESS
Dec 16, 2003

Nissay Dowa ties with U.S. insurer

Nissay Dowa General Insurance Co. said Monday it has agreed in principle to form an alliance with U.S. insurer St. Paul Companies Inc. to better serve each other's customers.
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2003

Japan Highway chief pitches autonomy

Japan Highway Public Corp. must be legally empowered to make its own decisions on expressway construction and stand on a par with the government when it is privatized in fiscal 2005, new Japan Highway President Takeshi Kondo said Monday.
BUSINESS
Dec 16, 2003

Households' financial assets finally rebound

The balance of financial assets held by households in the three months through Sept. 30 rose 0.5 percent from a year earlier to 1.396 quadrillion yen, marking its first rise in nine quarters, the Bank of Japan said Monday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FRONT-RUNNERS
Dec 16, 2003

Multitask outsourcing service leaves no client stone unturned

The economic slump has resulted in rapid growth for a Tokyo-based outsourcing service company that works with a diverse range of clients, including parcel delivery firms, automakers and restaurants.
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 16, 2003

Boca Juniors capture Toyota Cup on penalties

South American champions Boca Juniors added the Toyota Cup to their collection of trophies on Sunday with a victory over Champions League winner AC Milan after a penalty shootout in Yokohama.

Longform

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