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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Nov 18, 2014
Abe is banking on getting a new voter mandate
It's finally official. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Tuesday he will dissolve the Lower House and call a snap election next month, after his administration decided to delay the next hike in the consumption tax until April 2017.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 18, 2014
Local officials scramble to prepare for snap election amid staff shortages
With the dissolution of the Lower House imminent and a snap election just around the corner, municipalities and government offices nationwide are scrambling to meet a staffing shortfall and a general lack of preparedness.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 18, 2014
Abe confirms postponing sales tax hike, calling Dec. 14 election
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe told his ruling coalition partner Monday that he will call a general election on Dec. 14 after announcing on Tuesday the postponement of the planned consumption tax hike, a coalition source said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Nov 17, 2014
Okinawa election a big win for opponents of Futenma relocation
With Takeshi Onaga's election as governor of Okinawa, opponents of building a replacement facility in Nago's Henoko district for U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Futenma now have a powerful ally.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 17, 2014
Tokihiro Nakamura wins second term as Ehime governor
Tokihiro Nakamura was re-elected governor of Ehime Prefecture on Sunday, defeating a challenger backed by the Japanese Communist Party to secure a second four-year term.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 16, 2014
Okinawa elects anti-U.S. base governor, in rebuke to Abe
In an election closely followed by Tokyo and Washington, former Naha Mayor Takeshi Onaga wins Okinawa Prefecture's gubernatorial contest.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 16, 2014
Voting begins to pick new Okinawa governor; moving U.S. base is top issue
Voting started Sunday in Okinawa to pick a governor in an election that could determine the fate of the contentious relocation of a key U.S. military base.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 15, 2014
As Okinawa votes, Futenma base looms
In an election widely viewed as the final referendum on relocating the U.S. Futenma base within their prefecture, Okinawans prepare to choose a new governor.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 15, 2014
Abe may dissolve Lower House on Tuesday, call snap December election
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is set to announce Tuesday the dissolution of the Lower House and call a snap election in December, senior ruling party lawmakers say.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 15, 2014
Two opposition parties consider merging ahead of expected snap election
The main opposition Democratic Party of Japan and Your Party, a small opposition group, are considering merging ahead of the snap election that Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is expected to call soon, party officials said Friday.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 14, 2014
Japan takes a step toward lowering voting age to 18
The political parties represented in the Diet took a step Friday toward lowering the nation's minimum voting age from 20 to the international norm of 18, in line with an accord reached earlier this year.
EDITORIALS
Nov 14, 2014
Awaiting Abe's political gambit
If Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is going to dissolve the Lower House for a snap election, he will have to clearly lay out his agenda for voters and await their verdict.
COMMENTARY / World / SENTAKU MAGAZINE
Nov 14, 2014
Why Abe will likely opt to call a snap Lower House election
Successive resignations of two female Cabinet members dealt a blow to the administration of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. But should the opposition camp be credited for its attack that forced them to step down or did the administration manage to minimize the impact by counteracting quickly?
COMMENTARY / World
Nov 14, 2014
America's money politics
The success of big money was even greater than widely expected in America's mid-term election.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 14, 2014
DPJ, Ishin no To reject alliance over possible snap election
The Ishin no To (Japan Innovation Party) and the Democratic Party of Japan will not form a broad cooperation agreement in the event that a Lower House election is held next month, as both parties continue to jostle for position and stake out their territory.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 13, 2014
Osaka mayor mulls options in event of snap Lower House election
If a snap Lower House election is held next month, one of the candidates may be Osaka Mayor and Japan Restoration Party co-leader Toru Hashimoto.
WORLD / Politics
Nov 13, 2014
Republican claims victory in U.S. Senate race in Alaska
Republican Dan Sullivan claimed victory on Wednesday in a tight race for the U.S. Senate in Alaska, a week after elections gave Republicans control of the Senate and strengthened their grip on the House of Representatives.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 12, 2014
Abe to postpone tax hike, call December election: report
Many in the Abe administration expect the prime minister will delay a planned consumption tax hike amid signs of a weak economic recovery, setting the stage for a December election.
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 11, 2014
Despite denial, don't be surprised if Abe calls snap election
The possibility that the prime minister will dissolve the Lower House is gaining credence, especially if he decides not to raise the consumption tax again.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Nov 11, 2014
George W. Bush likes the idea of Jeb vs. Hillary in 2016 presidential race
Never mind the potential for name fatigue. Former U.S. President George W. Bush likes the idea of a 2016 presidential matchup between his Republican brother Jeb Bush and Democrat Hillary Clinton.
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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
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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