LDP presidential hopefuls outline approach to U.S. and China concerns - The Japan Times
In addition to foreign policy, they discussed ways to restore public trust following a political funds scandal that rocked the party.
Slain Ugandan Olympian buried with full military honours - The Japan Times
Rebecca Cheptegei suffered burns to 80% of her body after her former boyfriend allegedly doused her in petrol and set her alight.
Patricia Cohen - The Japan Times
News on Japan, Business News, Opinion, Sports, Entertainment and More author
South Korea is facing deepfake porn crisis - The Japan Times
The industry creating AI technology must develop safeguards to address this epidemic.
The terrifying way that eels escape a hungry fish’s stomach - The Japan Times
Scientists at Nagasaki University used X-ray video to show juvenile Japanese eels staging Houdiniesque feats of escape.
Philippines fishermen call for justice after oil tanker sinks - The Japan Times
The largest oil spill in the country since 2006 prompted the government to impose a fishing ban that has pushed the industry toward debt and hunger.
Japan tries to reclaim its clout as a global tech leader - The Japan Times
To do this, Japan is working with foreign tech leaders — an outward-looking, collaborative approach that decades earlier would have been unthinkable.
Pope says Trump and Harris 'against life' as Asia tour ends - The Japan Times
The comments on the U.S. presidential hopefuls came as he defied health concerns to connect with believers from Papua New Guinea to Singapore.
Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka announces split with coach - The Japan Times
The four-time Grand Slam champion has struggled to put together victories since she returned to the WTA Tour at Brisbane in January.
Diplomacy over Ukraine war is about weapons more than peace talks - The Japan Times
For both Ukraine and Russia, battlefield gains now might provide an upper hand in any negotiations later. That’s reflected in their discussions over arms with allies.
Biden hasn’t let Ukraine strike seep into Russia. Could Britain change that? - The Japan Times
A trip to Washington by Britain’s prime minister, Keir Starmer, came after President Vladimir Putin of Russia warned that the allies’ next step could mean war for NATO.
Russia produces new kamikaze drone with Chinese engine - The Japan Times
The intelligence indicated that a subsidiary of a Russian state-owned weapons-maker produced more than 2,500 attack drones from July 2023 to July 2024.
Germany sails first warship through Taiwan Strait in 22 years - The Japan Times
The move defied Chinese warnings as relations between the two sides fray over trade and Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Andrew Duehren - The Japan Times
News on Japan, Business News, Opinion, Sports, Entertainment and More author
China’s first retirement age hike since 1978 triggers discontent - The Japan Times
The move could stem a decline in the labor force but risks angering workers already wrestling with a slowing economy.
Biden administration is likely to delay decision over U.S. Steel - The Japan Times
The White House has faced backlash for politicizing its review of Nippon Steel’s takeover of the company.
Koh Yoshida - The Japan Times
News on Japan, Business News, Opinion, Sports, Entertainment and More author
Forced sterilization victims to receive ¥15 million in compensation - The Japan Times
The agreement covers those involved in 13 ongoing lawsuits at courts across Japan.
LDP presidential candidates field questions on political reform and economy - The Japan Times
At their first joint news conference after the start of campaigning, they gave their views on party and political reform and argued for a strong economic strategy.
Scientists win Ig Nobel for discovering anal breathing in mammals - The Japan Times
The research team of Japanese and American scientists hope the discovery will help treat people with COVID-19 and other respiratory diseases.
MLB confirms A's will play in Sacramento in 2025 - The Japan Times
The Athletics, on their way out of Oakland, will spend next season in West Sacramento, California, Major League Baseball confirmed on Thursday.