Tag - covid-19

 
 

COVID 19

Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 31, 2020
Tokyo reports 100 coronavirus cases, second lowest for month
The daily figures from the metropolitan government reflect the most recent totals reported by health authorities and medical institutions.
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 31, 2020
Demand for online doctors creates $39 billion titan in Japan
M3, which gets about three-quarters of its revenue from Japan, also has units in China, India and France.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Aug 31, 2020
In COVID-19 era, United and American Airlines pull out more tricks to fill seats
Airline executives are having to innovate to get people traveling again to stave off the worst consequences for the industry, including massive job losses.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / Issues / THE FOREIGN ELEMENT
Aug 31, 2020
A costly waiting game for inbound foreign workers
While some permanent residents and students are slowly trickling back into Japan, businesses are waiting to hear if new hires can join their ranks.
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JAPAN / Politics
Aug 30, 2020
Shigeru Ishiba seen as most fit to be Abe's successor, poll shows
Ishiba's chance of winning the LDP presidential election is not necessarily high, largely because he is less popular with the party's parliamentarians.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 30, 2020
Tokyo records second-lowest daily COVID-19 total in August
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government on Sunday confirmed 148 cases of the novel coronavirus.
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JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
Aug 30, 2020
The COVID-19 diet appeals to the omnivores among us
Instant noodles were one of the most sought-after consumer items in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / Japan Pulse
Aug 29, 2020
Small luxuries offer some consolation amid COVID-19 pandemic
With more time on their hands, consumers are shopping online to make their home lives more comfortable.
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BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Aug 29, 2020
Abenomics here to stay despite Japan PM's looming departure
Policy is crucial for the next leader to send messages of continuity to avoid surprising financial markets, but the pandemic will keep the government on the defensive.
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BUSINESS / Tech
Aug 29, 2020
Japan Airlines tests touchless check-in kiosks at Haneda to ease coronavirus concerns
The kiosk lets passengers scroll through text and 'press' digital buttons by holding their fingers over the motion-sensor screen like a touch-screen panel.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 29, 2020
Abe to hold phone talks with Trump on Monday about sudden resignation
Abe is expected to ask Trump for the United States to continue its strong bilateral cooperation with Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 29, 2020
Tokyo posts 247 new coronavirus cases, exceeding 200 for fourth straight day
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government confirmed 247 additional cases of the novel coronavirus on Saturday, exceeding the 200 mark for the fourth straight day.
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JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Aug 29, 2020
Abe's sudden departure comes amid unprecedented COVID-19 challenge
The prime minister's abrupt decision comes at a moment of great uncertainty as the global coronavirus pandemic poses unprecedented challenges for the country.
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Figure Skating
Aug 29, 2020
Yuzuru Hanyu to skip Grand Prix series over coronavirus concerns
In a statement released through the Japan Skating Federation, Hanyu, who has asthma, said he was taking the precaution because of the higher risk he faces from the virus.
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BUSINESS
Aug 29, 2020
World’s richest people smashed wealth records this week
It’s been one of the most lucrative weeks in history for some of the world’s wealthiest people.
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WORLD / Science & Health
Aug 29, 2020
Most U.S. states reject Trump administration's new COVID-19 testing guidance
A majority of U.S. states have rejected new Trump administration COVID-19 testing guidance in an extraordinary rebuke of the nation's top agency for disease prevention, according to officials at state health agencies and public statements reviewed by Reuters.
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WORLD / Science & Health
Aug 29, 2020
First U.S. novel coronavirus reinfection case identified in Nevada study
Researchers for the first time have identified someone in the United States who was reinfected with the novel coronavirus, according to a study that has not yet been reviewed by outside experts.
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JAPAN / Society
Aug 28, 2020
All Japan’s foreign residents can travel in and out from September
The announcement comes amid intensifying criticism of the existing policy from the foreign community and business groups affected by the restrictions.
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COMMENTARY / World
Aug 28, 2020
The agonizing wait for better COVID-19 treatment
It's time to put renewed and coordinated emphasis on finding treatments for the novel coronavirus.
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COMMENTARY / World
Aug 28, 2020
Epidemics, economics and externalities
The COVID-19 pandemic and environmental threats will hopefully fuel demands for greater social solidarity.

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