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AUSTRALIA

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 6, 2022
Why the Group of Seven should be expanded
To maintain its global relevancy and influence, the Group of Seven should shift eastward and consider the inclusion of South Korea and Australia.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 1, 2022
In signal to China, U.S. to deploy nuclear-capable bombers to Australia
With a combat range of more than 14,000 kilometers, deploying B-52s to Australia would give the U.S. military a potentially more survivable option for its bombers.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 26, 2022
Filling the gaps in the Indo-Pacific security architecture
With many nations in the Indo-Pacific afraid to address hard security issues and stand up to China, is the paradox of 'minilateralism' fatal and scaring off potential partners?
Japan Times
TENNIS
Oct 26, 2022
Novak Djokovic sees 'positive signs' over Australia entry
The former world No. 1 said he was hoping to hear soon whether his bid to have his three-year visa ban set aside by the government had been successful.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Oct 25, 2022
Key takeaways from the Australia-Japan summit
The Australia-Japan summit in Perth was big on deliverables, focusing on security cooperation, China and values.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Oct 24, 2022
Taiwan and looming security crises bring Japan and Australia closer together
Tokyo has agreed to create a consultation mechanism for responding to security emergencies with Canberra — Japan's first outside of its alliance with the United States.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 23, 2022
Australia joins pledge to cut methane emissions by 30% by 2030
Announcing the decision to sign the methane pledge on Sunday, Australia's climate and energy minister, Chris Bowen, said meeting the 2030 target could help avoid 2C of warming.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 22, 2022
Japan and Australia ink 'landmark' security pact to counter China
Under the accord, the two 'semi-allies' agreed to expand and strengthen cooperation across defense and intelligence-sharing, Australian officials said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Oct 20, 2022
Concerns over China bringing Japan and Australia's relations ever closer
Kishida is set to travel to Perth this weekend for talks on stepping up defense, economic and energy cooperation as bilateral ties grow stronger in the face of Beijing's rise.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 19, 2022
Australia to investigate reports pilots trained Chinese military
Australia's defense chief said the military was investigating reports its former pilots were accepting training roles in China.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 16, 2022
Japan and Australia leaders to issue new security document amid China concerns
The declaration highlighting the importance of a 'free and open Indo-Pacific' will likely be announced by the two countries' prime ministers on Saturday in Perth.
Japan Times
Rugby
Oct 16, 2022
Michael Hooper to return for Wallabies but James Slipper to remain captain
Coach Dave Rennie named a much-changed 36-man squad for the tour after the Wallabies finished the rugby Championship with back-to-back defeats against New Zealand.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 16, 2022
Australian leader tours flood-hit Victoria state as evacuations underway
The crisis comes after Australia's eastern states suffered severe flooding in early 2022 as the country endures a third consecutive La Nina weather event.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Oct 15, 2022
Brain cells in dish learn to play video game
Neuroscientists have shown that lab-grown brain cells can learn to play the classic video game Pong, and could be capable of 'intelligent and sentient behavior.'
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 14, 2022
Japan-Australian alliance is even more important in today's geopolitical environment
Japan and Australia have much to gain by improving ties, both militarily and economically, in an uncertain global geopolitical environment.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 11, 2022
Australian prime minister says Kishida to visit Perth in two weeks
A Japanese official said Kishida is planning to make a three-day trip to Australia from Oct. 21.
Japan Times
Rugby
Oct 9, 2022
Japan edged at death for second straight loss to Australia A
Playing as Japan XV, the hosts reclaimed the lead through former captain Michael Leitch's 62nd-minute try, but Richie Asiata scored with seconds left before Tane Edmed nailed the conversion.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 6, 2022
Japan most Googled travel destination for Aussies
An analysis of Australian search trends over the 20-year period saw Japan top the list as the most Googled destination.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 2, 2022
U.S., Australia, Japan defense chiefs slam China's 'aggressive and bullying behavior'
The top defense officials from the three partners pledged to bolster trilateral cooperation and further align their security strategies, amid growing tensions with Beijing.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 30, 2022
The last days of an outback town where every breath can be toxic
Once a symbol of economic prosperity, Wittenoom is now a ghost town, polluted by decades of asbestos mining.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.

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