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COVID 19

Japan Times
JAPAN
May 1, 2020
Parents in Japan left with few child care options if both get virus
Hospitals have accepted children in some instances, but there are no assurances that will always be the case.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
May 1, 2020
U.K. COVID-19 deaths higher among black, Asian and other minorities
Coronavirus fatalities among black, Asian and minority ethnic groups in the U.K. are disproportionately high, according to a report that casts new light on the people at the sharp end of the battle against the disease.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 1, 2020
Tokyo reports 165 coronavirus cases, the most since April 18
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government on Friday confirmed 165 new cases of COVID-19, more than triple the figure reported a day earlier and a high mark since April 18.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
May 1, 2020
Virus drugmaker caught between making a profit and treating the world
Gilead Sciences Inc. may spend $1 billion on its breakthrough new treatment for COVID-19 this year alone, Chief Executive Officer Daniel O’Day said. How much revenue — if any — the company expects to generate is another matter.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 1, 2020
After mass testing, Vietnam says coronavirus outbreak contained
Businessman Phan Quoc Viet was making his usual prayers at a pagoda in Tay Ninh, a province in southern Vietnam, when the government official's call came.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 1, 2020
American, Delta and United to require facial coverings on U.S. flights
Changes to air travel coming as hard-hit carriers strive to reassure public and gain customer trust amid ongoing coronavirus pandemic
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 1, 2020
Divided Detroit struggles to find path to making cars again
The safety measures that Ford Motor Co. has spent weeks preparing to resume North American production fell short of assuaging the United Auto Workers union, which could stand in the way of much of the industry’s plans to reopen.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 1, 2020
Japan's fax-loving health ministry plans online reporting system for virus
The health ministry will introduce a system for public health centers to report coronavirus cases online instead of by hand-written faxes, phone or email — drawing praise from some but scorn from others wondering why it took so long.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
May 1, 2020
Anthony Joshua would fight behind closed doors only as last resort: promoter
Britain's world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua would fight behind closed doors only as a last resort, according to promoter Eddie Hearn.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 1, 2020
IMF chief lauds Japan's spending to combat pandemic, urging others to step up
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva praised on Thursday Japan's plans to spend about 20 percent of its gross domestic product in response to the economic challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and to help the world's poorest countries, urging others to do their part.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 1, 2020
Global smartphone market suffers worst contraction on record
Market trackers estimated the decline from the same period in 2019 at between 11 and 17 percent.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Regional voices: Chubu
May 1, 2020
Drive-thru services in Aichi support butchers and restaurants
Firms have been hit hard by requests from municipal governments to shut down businesses and for people to avoid nonessential outings.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
May 1, 2020
Deflation fears reignited as pandemic hits consumer prices in Japan
Core consumer prices in the capital, a leading indicator of nationwide inflation trends, slipped 0.1% in April from a year earlier, government data showed.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 1, 2020
U.N. chief laments lack of global leadership in coronavirus fight
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday lamented a lack of leadership by world powers and a divided international community in the fight against the coronavirus as he raised concern about inadequate support for poor countries.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 1, 2020
Emperor Naruhito upholds tradition and searches for role in first year of reign
The imperial couple have been receiving updates on the virus crisis from medical experts, including a private lecture at the palace on April 10.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Music / Sound Off
May 1, 2020
Musicians and DJs fight against COVID-19 closures and learn to live it up online
With gigs off and venues closed, Japanese artists are getting more creative in staging shows for fans staying at home.
WORLD / Science & Health
Apr 30, 2020
A third of U.K. coronavirus hospital patients die, study suggests
About a third of patients in U.K. hospitals with COVID-19 died from the disease, according to the findings of a study of more than 16,000 people with the virus.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 30, 2020
Small municipalities in Japan begin handing out cash for virus relief
Some small municipalities in Japan began distributing on Thursday one-off cash handouts to people to help cushion them from the economic fallout related to the new coronavirus' spread.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Apr 30, 2020
In Japan's record stimulus, which cleared the Diet, what will be on offer?
The government is trying to shield the nation's economy with a gargantuan stimulus package financed by a supplementary budget bill that cleared the Diet Thursday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Apr 30, 2020
BOJ may hold emergency meeting for new loan plan to combat pandemic
It is rare for the central bank to hold an unscheduled meeting, which only happens when imminent changes in the economy demand a quick response.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
Four injured after man sets fire to Japan city hall
Police said four people were injured after a man set fire to a city hall in Aichi Prefecture, with local media reporting he had been arrested.
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.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
By Tomoko Otake

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