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Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 24, 2019
Shinjiro Koizumi faces baptism of fire in Japan as criticisms of style over substance pile up
In the two weeks since joining the Cabinet, Koizumi has seen his populist rhetoric increasingly turn into a liability, earning him criticism and ridicule on social media.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 24, 2019
Jeremy Corbyn wins Labour backing for his wait-and-see Brexit tack
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn won backing for his wait-and-see policy on Brexit after the opposition party's conference voted to reject a plan to "energetically campaign" to stay in the European Union.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 22, 2019
U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren overtakes Joe Biden to lead latest Iowa poll
Elizabeth Warren took the lead in Iowa in a new state poll released Saturday, barely dislodging former Vice President Joe Biden from the No. 1 spot in the state, putting the two of them in a statistical tie.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 19, 2019
Who's leading the pack for post-Abe leadership
If Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lasts for another year or two, Toshimitsu Motegi will be best-postured to succeed him.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 18, 2019
FactCheck Initiative Japan NPO uncovers dodgy claims from Abe and others ahead of July vote
FactCheck Initiative Japan, a Tokyo-based nonprofit organization that analyzes information provided by politicians, has found issues with a number of claims that were made in relation to the July 21 Upper House election.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 17, 2019
Foxconn billionaire Terry Gou drops Taiwan presidential bid
Terry Gou, the billionaire founder of Foxconn Technology Group, pulled out of next year's presidential election in Taiwan, a move that may help unite the opposition Kuomintang.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 16, 2019
80 years after 1939, Europe's far right smells power again
Far-right parties are making gains in Europe once again.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 16, 2019
Concern about climate could carry Greens to breakthrough in Canadian election
With climate change a top concern heading into next month's Canadian election and mainstream candidates offering little inspiration, Green Party leader Elizabeth May could be poised for a breakthrough.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 12, 2019
More troubles for Trump
The U.S. Republican Party has lashed its fate to an increasingly unhinged leader.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 12, 2019
Russia blasts idea a CIA mole in Kremlin lifted lid on its meddling in U.S. election
Russia on Wednesday condemned as lies and slander suggestions a suspected CIA mole in President Vladimir Putin's administration had handed over information to the United States about alleged Russian meddling in the U.S. presidential elections.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 11, 2019
With Trudeau weakened by scandal, broken promises and economic worries, Canada kicks off election campaign
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, admired abroad for his progressive policies but damaged at home by scandals, kicked off a six-week re-election campaign on Wednesday with opinion polls suggesting his hold on power will be weakened.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 11, 2019
U.S. Democrats increase pressure on Trump and Republicans with new gun bills
U.S. Democrats, looking to heighten their profile on the hot-button issue of gun control, prepared to move forward on Tuesday with new measures to curb gun violence, while President Donald Trump also planned to huddle with Republican leaders.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 9, 2019
Russia says Facebook and Google distributed political ads on election day
Russian state communications watchdog Roskomnadzor said tech giants Google and Facebook had allowed political advertising during Sunday's regional elections despite being asked to ban such publicity.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 8, 2019
With backing of opposition, Takuya Tasso wins fourth term as Iwate governor
Takuya Tasso, an independent candidate supported by four opposition parties, won a fourth term Sunday in the Iwate gubernatorial election, defeating a challenger who was backed by the major ruling party led by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Sep 6, 2019
Facebook and Microsoft launch contest to detect 'deepfake' videos ahead of U.S. election
Facebook Inc. is teaming up with Microsoft Corp., the Partnership on AI coalition and academics from several universities to launch a contest to better detect deepfakes, the company said in a blog post ai.facebook.com/blog/deepfake-detection-challenge on Thursday.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Sep 5, 2019
Trump taunts Democratic candidates as they tout their 'destructive' climate plans
U.S. President Donald Trump blasted the climate change proposals of his Democratic challengers for the White House on Wednesday as they began showcasing their plans in a marathon round of televised town halls.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Sep 2, 2019
Muted in country of birth, three women fight for voice and choice in Japan
As Japan's demographic sands shift, with its graying population, declining regional communities and doors inching further open to immigrant workers, three young female Tokyoites are envisioning a new way forward.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Aug 29, 2019
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand quits Democratic presidential race
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand ended her bid for the Democratic nomination for president on Wednesday after failing to gain traction in opinion polls or qualify for the third debate.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Aug 28, 2019
Italy inches closer to new government amid party haggling
Tense talks aimed at forming a new Italian government inched forward on Wednesday as two major political parties, struggling to bury years of hostility and avoid snap elections, agreed to re-install Giuseppe Conte as prime minister.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Aug 27, 2019
Italy close to coalition deal as ex-PM meets party chiefs in bid to avert polls and rise of Matteo Salvini
A deal on forming a government in Italy between the 5-Star Movement and the opposition Democratic Party (PD) looked close on Monday after the PD indicated it had dropped a veto on Giuseppe Conte serving another term as prime minister.
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.
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Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.

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