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Henry VIII had to deal with xenophobic mobs in England too — and he did so harshly and imperfectly. But there’s an abiding lesson to be learned.
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 14, 2024
The U.K. riots and an evil day 500 years ago in London
The enmity focused on the foreign-born may have been sparked by misinformation, but that doesn’t disguise the fact that the tinder was waiting to be lit in Britain.
Anti-racism counterprotesters assemble ahead of a potential anti-immigration protest in Walthamstow, London, on Wednesday.
WORLD / Society
Aug 8, 2024
U.K. anti-racism protesters take to streets after days of far-right unrest
Nightly riots — during which mosques and migrant-related facilities have been attacked — have erupted across towns and cities.
United manager Erik ten Hag speaks to the fans after the team's final home game at Old Trafford in Manchester, England, on Wednesday.
SOCCER
May 16, 2024
Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag finds silver lining amid dismal season
Erik ten Hag said he has maintained a positive outlook because he sees the potential of his players and understands the reasons behind their struggles.
Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe vies for the ball during the team's Champions League group match against Borussia Dortmund in Dortmund, Germany, on Wednesday.
SOCCER
Dec 14, 2023
PSG and Porto into Champions League last 16 as Newcastle exits
PSG drew 1-1 away to Group F winners Borussia Dortmund to go through as runners-up after Milan came from behind to beat Newcastle.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Apr 3, 2023
Manchester United holds players-only meeting after 'unacceptable' loss
Frustrated Manchester United players held a meeting without manager Erik ten Hag after being humbled in a 2-0 loss to Newcastle United on Sunday, said defender Luke Shaw, who gave a brutally honest assessment of his team.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Feb 27, 2023
Resurgent Manchester United captures League Cup to end six-year trophy drought
Ending United's longest trophy drought in 40 years is no guarantee of future success, but manager Erik ten Hag appears capable of thriving in the unrelenting spotlight at Old Trafford.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Feb 19, 2023
Former Ghana winger Christian Atsu found dead in Turkey quake rubble
There were initial reports that the former Chelsea and Newcastle player had been rescued a day after the quake, but these turned out to be false.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Aug 22, 2022
Manchester City rallies to escape with draw against Newcastle
'That was a proper game,' Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said. 'Newcastle are becoming one of the toughest opponents for sure.'
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 21, 2021
Newcastle asks fans to avoid causing offense after some attend match in Arabic attire
Newcastle was acquired by a Saudi Arabia-led consortium earlier this month.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Mar 4, 2018
Salah helps Liverpool ease past Newcastle
Liverpool moved into second place in the Premier League as Egyptian international Mohamed Salah continued his remarkable scoring run in a 2-0 victory at home against Newcastle United on Saturday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / PREMIER REPORT
Apr 28, 2017
Barton banned while gambling sponsors permeate game
It has not been a good week for the beautiful game.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Oct 26, 2016
Sturridge double helps Liverpool down Spurs
Daniel Sturridge sent Liverpool into the League Cup quarterfinals and gave his manager a reminder of his talents with two clinical goals in a 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / PREMIER REPORT
May 6, 2016
With title clinched, relegation battle takes center stage
The Premier League trophy will be presented to Leicester City captain Wes Morgan before Saturday's game against Everton after the most incredible, memorable and unpredictable title race in English football history was decided by the 2-2 draw between Chelsea and Tottenham on Monday.
Japan Times
SOCCER / PREMIER REPORT
Mar 11, 2016
Benitez taking big risk at Newcastle
It will be no surprise when Steve McClaren is fired by Newcastle United. It is 19th in the Premier League having won only six games after spending £74 million over the last two transfer windows. There is no realistic argument for McClaren to remain in charge of this particular sinking ship.

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Sociologist Gracia Liu-Farrer argues that even though immigration doesn't figure into Japan's autobiography, it is more of a self-perception than a reality.
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