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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 EditorialDecades-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
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Outside Contributors
My students and I are all learning: teamwork is hard work
I hated group work when I was a student. It was a real problem in Japanese schools I attended decade...
November 18, 2021
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Yomiuri Editorial
Invest improved corporate earnings in ways that boost economic growth
As the global economy has been recovering from the slump caused by the novel coronavirus pandemic, t...
November 18, 2021
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General NewsBeaujolais Nouveau events return to Japan after pandemic hiatus
Beaujolais Nouveau, red wine made from this year’s just harvested vintage in the Beaujolais area of ...
November 18, 2021
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Asia-PacificChina could make ‘high-risk’ Taiwan invasion amid declining U.S. deterrence, U.S. report says
WASHINGTON — China’s military leaders “now likely assess they have, or will soon have, the initial c...
November 18, 2021
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General NewsHistoric Kyoto temple warmly illuminated amid a sea of red leaves
KYOTO — Autumn foliage and the famous wooden stage at Kiyomizudera temple are warmly illuminated aga...
November 18, 2021
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Olympics & ParalympicsWheelchair technicians play key role at Paralympics
The Tokyo Paralympics this summer shone a spotlight on the invaluable contribution made by wheelchai...
November 18, 2021