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DONALD TRUMP

Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Dec 4, 2019
Trump says China trade deal may have to wait until after 2020 presidential election
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday a trade deal with China might have to wait until after the U.S. presidential election in November 2020, denting hopes that the two largest economies would soon reach an initial deal to ease their damaging trade war.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Dec 4, 2019
U.S. House report calls evidence of abuse by Trump 'overwhelming'
House Democrats have laid out their most comprehensive case yet for impeaching Donald Trump, declaring the president "a clear and present danger" over his rush to get foreign governments to investigate a political rival and making his intimidation of witnesses tantamount to a crime.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Dec 4, 2019
Upper House approves U.S.-Japan trade deal
The Diet approved a trade deal with the United States on Wednesday that slashes tariffs on farm and industrial goods, clearing the way for its entry into force at the beginning of next year.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Dec 3, 2019
Trump plays up 'good relationship' with North Korea's Kim, but hints at possibility of military action
U.S. President Donald Trump, well-known for his off-the-cuff remarks, hinted Tuesday at the possibility of military action against North Korea if necessary, despite emphasizing his "good relationship" with leader Kim Jong Un.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Dec 3, 2019
North Korea warns it's up to the U.S. to decide what 'Christmas gift' it will get
North Korea has one question for the United States: Naughty or nice?
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Dec 2, 2019
White House tells House Democrats that it will not participate in Wednesday impeachment hearing
The White House told Democratic lawmakers Sunday that U.S. President Donald Trump would not send legal counsel to participate in a congressional impeachment hearing this week, citing a lack of "fundamental fairness."
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Dec 2, 2019
Trump soon off to London for NATO summit, under pressure from Johnson to steer clear of British election
U.S. President Donald Trump leaves on Monday for a NATO summit in London and he is under pressure from British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to resist the temptation to wade into the British election campaign coming up later in December.
BUSINESS
Dec 2, 2019
China wants U.S. tariffs rolled back in phase one trade deal, Global Times reports
Beijing's priority in any phase one trade deal with the United States is the removal of existing tariffs on Chinese goods, China's Global Times newspaper said on Sunday, amid continued uncertainty on whether the two sides can strike a deal.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Dec 2, 2019
Trump faces two deadlines as U.S. Congress ramps up impeachment focus
U.S. President Donald Trump faced two deadlines in Congress this week as Democrats prepared to shift the focus of their impeachment inquiry from fact-finding to the consideration of possible charges of misconduct over his dealings with Ukraine.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 1, 2019
Trump sends condolences over death of ex-Japanese leader Yasuhiro Nakasone
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday offered "deepest condolences" over the death earlier in the week of former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, saying he had laid the foundation for the U.S.-Japan partnership.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 30, 2019
Are you 'brain-dead?' Turkey's Erdogan rips into France's Macron before NATO summit
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday that Emmanuel Macron's warning that NATO was dying reflects a "sick and shallow" understanding, telling the French president "you should check whether you are brain dead."
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Nov 29, 2019
As unrest in Hong Kong continues, questions raised over Japan's plan to welcome Xi as state guest
As political unrest in Hong Kong has continued unabated and China has shown no sign of acceding to protesters' demands, the administration of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is facing mounting pressure to rescind its invitation to President Xi Jinping for a state visit next spring.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 28, 2019
Rudy Giuliani calls Trump to tell him he was joking about having an 'insurance policy, if thrown under the bus'
President Donald Trump's personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, called the president this week to reassure him that he had been joking when he told media outlets he had "insurance" if Trump turned on him in the Ukraine scandal, Giuliani's lawyer said on Wednesday.
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 28, 2019
U.S. judge delays sentencing of ex-Trump adviser Michael Flynn
A U.S. judge on Wednesday delayed the planned Dec. 18 sentencing hearing of President Donald Trump's former national security adviser, Michael Flynn, but did not set a new date.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 27, 2019
Trump jokes about impeachment probe at annual turkey pardon
President Donald Trump on Tuesday used the high power of his office to pardon "Butter," a 47 pound (21 kg) turkey, during a U.S. tradition at the White House where he also cracked jokes about Democrats' investigation into whether he should be impeached.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 27, 2019
U.S. first lady booed at youth event in Baltimore, a city Trump called 'disgusting' and 'rodent-infested'
Melania Trump was widely booed when she took the stage at a youth event in Baltimore on Tuesday, an unusually hostile reception for a U.S. first lady.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 26, 2019
China bests U.S. with largest global diplomatic network as Japan quietly rises, study finds
In the highly competitive arena of global diplomacy, it is Beijing that now stands atop the podium.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 26, 2019
U.S. judge backs House subpoena for ex-White House counsel Don McGahn's testimony
Former White House counsel Don McGahn must comply with a congressional subpoena seeking his testimony about President Donald Trump's efforts to impede the now-completed federal investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election, a judge ruled on Monday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 26, 2019
U.S. House intelligence chairman says Trump impeachment report due early next month
The chairman of the U.S. congressional committee that is leading the inquiry into President Donald Trump's dealings with Ukraine said on Monday the impeachment process would move to the next step shortly after lawmakers return to Washington next week from a break.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Nov 26, 2019
Wall Street sets records on trade truce optimism
Each of Wall Street's three major averages kicked off the trading week by closing at records on Monday as signs pointed to progress between the United States and China on a trade truce, while a round of merger deals also helped buoy sentiment.
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.
Harry Kewell fired by Yokohama F. Marinos
Yokohama F. Marinos coach Harry Kewell before an Asian Champions League match against Ulsan Hyundai, in Ulsan, South Korea, on April 17
Statue of A-bombed Japanese girl in Seattle stolen
The Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes statue in Seattle's Peace Park. The statue was reported missing on Friday by the city government of Seattle.
'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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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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