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Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 8, 2020
The fight over a coronavirus vaccine will get ugly
Once COVID-19 shots become available, there will be arguments about who gets them, and an even bigger battle with anti-vaxxers who refuse them.
Japan Times
SPORTS
Jul 8, 2020
Augmented reality sports promote a new style of inclusive competition
The appeal of yuru sports comes from the laid-back nature of the games on offer.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 8, 2020
The world’s cruise ships can’t sail. Now, what to do with them?
Hundreds of people lined the banks of Glasgow’s River Clyde a few weeks ago for the rare sight of a small, high-end cruise ship sailing upriver — practically into the heart of the city. The Azamara Journey thrilled socially distanced onlookers by blasting its horn, typically a heralding of lively...
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 8, 2020
Tokyo's daily coronavirus tally drops to 75 on Wednesday
Tokyo confirmed 75 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, marking the first time the daily figure in the capital has fallen below 100 in a week, the metropolitan government said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 8, 2020
Hundreds of drones light up Seoul night sky with coronavirus advice
Three hundred drones took to the evening sky over the Han River in South Korea to dispense coronavirus prevention advice through a synchronized light display featuring images of hand-washing and social distancing.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Jul 8, 2020
Hundreds of cases, but no state of emergency: What changed in Japan?
This isn't April, when businesses shut their doors and workers stayed home; government officials argue that another emergency declaration isn't necessary.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 8, 2020
The mistakes that pushed an Australian city back into lockdown
All it took was missteps in the handling of travelers returning from overseas and complacency in a handful of neighborhoods to plunge Australia’s second-largest city into lockdown for the second time in four months.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 8, 2020
Masks, disinfectant, social distancing: Japan faces disasters amid pandemic
Authorities have been warning local officials for months to include virus measures in disaster preparations.
Japan Times
OLYMPICS
Jul 8, 2020
Japan to consider easing travel curbs for Olympic athletes
Since February, Japan has been strengthening travel restrictions for inbound visitors as part of its border control measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 8, 2020
Singapore, in survival mode, looks to reinvent itself. Yet again.
The pandemic is proving to be the ultimate test for Singapore, the tiny city-state that has a reputation for reinventing itself during times of crises.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 8, 2020
COVID-19 changing Japan municipalities' approach to baby checkups
The shift is aimed at preparing health care workers and the wider medical system for an expected second wave of COVID-19 infections.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 8, 2020
U.S. tops 3 million known infections as coronavirus surges
The U.S. coronavirus outbreak crossed a grim milestone of over 3 million confirmed cases on Tuesday as more states reported record numbers of new infections, and Florida faced an impending shortage of intensive care unit hospital beds.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 8, 2020
Scientists warn of potential wave of coronavirus-linked brain damage
Scientists warned on Wednesday of a potential wave of coronavirus-related brain damage as new evidence suggested COVID-19 can lead to severe neurological complications, including inflammation, psychosis and delirium.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 8, 2020
OECD-wide jobless rate projected to reach 12.6% if pandemic resurges
Organization says economies need to employ strong recovery measures to weather the coronavirus fallout.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 8, 2020
U.S. exit from WHO over claims of China influence to take effect in July 2021
The United States will leave the World Health Organization on July 6, 2021, the United Nations said on Tuesday, after receiving notification of the decision by President Donald Trump, who has accused the agency of becoming a puppet for China during the coronavirus pandemic.
JAPAN / Politics
Jul 7, 2020
LDP cancels annual convention for first time
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Tuesday decided to cancel its annual convention for the first time since its formation in 1955, with no end in sight to the coronavirus outbreak.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 7, 2020
'Several' coronavirus cases detected at U.S. Futenma base in Okinawa
The U.S. Marines in Okinawa said Tuesday that it has detected “several” cases of COVID-19 infections at the contentious U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Futenma in the prefecture.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jul 7, 2020
Moderna spars with U.S. scientists over COVID-19 vaccine trials
As the United States accelerates the search for a coronavirus vaccine, tensions have erupted between government scientists and Moderna Inc., one of the leading developers, it has been learned.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 7, 2020
JR East to consider time-of-day fare system
The study comes in response to a drop in the number of passengers and changes in lifestyles following the novel coronavirus crisis.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 7, 2020
Tokyo reports 106 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, exceeding 100 for sixth day
Recent cases involve a growing number of young people in their 20s and 30s, many of them being traced back to nightlife destinations.
Cutting ties with JCP not easy for CDP despite Renho's defeat
When Renho (center) announced her candidacy for the Tokyo gubernatorial election on May 27, the head of the Japanese Communist Party's secretariat, Akira Koike (far left), was also in attendance.
Trump's VP pick signals stronger focus on China
Former U.S. President and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks to his vice presidential pick, Sen. J.D. Vance, during the second day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Tuesday.
Japan’s minimum wage might not budge much if corporate fears prevail
Unionists hold a rally in Tokyo in April. Households' real cash earnings have been falling year on year for more than two years, with the weakening of the yen making the situation only more difficult as prices of imported goods increase rapidly.
Trump says Taiwan should pay for defense, sending TSMC stock down
Shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major Apple and Nvidia supplier, closed 2.4% lower on Wednesday.
Three novelists named for Akutagawa and Naoki awards
Naoki Prize winner Michi Ichiho (left), and Akutagawa Prize winners Sanzo K. Matsunaga (center) and Aki Asahina pose with their award-winning books at a news conference in Tokyo on Wednesday.
After Tokyo Olympic disappointment, Nadeshiko Japan look for redemption
Japan's Hikaru Kitagawa dribbles past a defender during an Olympic qualifying match against North Korea at National Stadium in Tokyo in February.
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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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'
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