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EuropeIn smoggy Kosovo, decarbonization is nowhere in sight
PRISTINA — Coal-powered electricity generation was an important topic at the recent COP26 climate ta...
November 19, 2021
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Yomiuri EditorialCOVID-19 booster campaign requires thorough preparations, explanations
The rollout of COVID-19 booster shots is set to start. The government should make use of its past ex...
November 19, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Find ways to maintain nursing care system while slowing cost increases
The costs of nursing care services have continued to balloon. Due to the rapidly aging population, i...
November 19, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentTokyo Gov. Koike set to return to office on Sunday
Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike is scheduled to return to the office on Sunday, according to the Tokyo metro...
November 19, 2021
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MusicRena Yamazaki: Reaching out on the radio
“I’m glad we were able to put on a peaceful program again today,” Rena Yamazaki of the idol group No...
November 19, 2021
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Coronavirus
Japan reports 202 new coronavirus cases
TOKYO (Jiji Press) — Japan confirmed 202 new cases of novel coronavirus infection on Saturday, the f...
November 19, 2021
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Politics & GovernmentGovernment to expand research subsidy program
The government will expand a research subsidy program from next fiscal year to promote joint interna...
November 18, 2021
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CoronavirusTraining needed to increase ECMO operators for coronavirus patients
Shinhiro Takeda, 61, chairman of Japan ECMO Network, explained the importance of training doctors wh...
November 18, 2021
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ReutersTougher U.S. stance on Taiwan urged by Congressional advisory body
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Urgent measures are needed to strengthen the credibility of U.S. military det...
November 18, 2021
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Performing ArtsOngakuza still going strong creating musicals
For over three decades, Ongakuza Musical has been creating original musicals. Having overcome being ...
November 18, 2021
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Associated PressJapan, South Korea balk at sharing stage after US talks
WASHINGTON (AP) — A U.S.-sponsored show of alliance with Japan and South Korea stumbled Wednesday wh...
November 18, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Decades-old water pipes present problems local govts can’t ignore
Financial difficulties related to population decline have made it difficult to maintain water supply...
November 18, 2021
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Defense & SecurityWashington demands Tokyo pay more for U.S. troops in Japan
The U.S. administration of President Joe Biden has demanded an increase in Japan’s share of the cost...
November 18, 2021
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Asia-PacificTaiwan expedites efforts to enhance defense capabilities
TAIPEI — If China invaded Taiwan, to what extent would the Taiwan military be able to defend the isl...
November 18, 2021
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Associated PressQueen carries out in-person audience at Windsor Castle
LONDON (AP) — Queen Elizabeth II met with the British military’s chief of staff at Windsor Castle on...
November 18, 2021