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Analysis: Japan’s ‘solidarity’ quake tax may be model to foot pandemic bill
Japan is paying for the huge cost of rebuilding areas hit by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami with a special "solidarity" tax that could become a model to shoulder the much bigger spending needed ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus live news: Brazil sees record deaths; Japan may stage Olympics without overseas spectators
Greece to allow tourists with Covid vaccines, antibodies or negative tests; Palestinian ICUs at capacity ... ( read original story ...)
Biden to Meet Virtually Friday With Leaders of Australia, Japan and India
President Biden will have his first multilateral conversation as part of the four-nation group known as the Quad on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Why Japan Is Holding Back as the World Rushes Toward Electric Cars
The country’s stance would seem to put it on the wrong side of market trends. But with its huge investment in gasoline-electric hybrids, it has big reasons to proceed slowly. ( read original story ...)
Japan to keep foreign spectators away from Tokyo Olympics, Kyodo says
Japan has decided to stage this summer's Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics without overseas spectators due to public concern about COVID-19, Kyodo news agency said on Tuesday, citing officials with ... ( read original story ...)
Man arrested for robbing woman at knifepoint in Yokohama last year
Police in Yokohama have arrested a 36-year-old unemployed man on suspicion of robbery and assaulting a woman as she walked home last year. According to police, Yudai Suzuki -- who was arrested on ... ( read original story ...)
Japan tsunami aftermath provides the setting for this quiet, wise novel
The Phone Booth at the Edge of the World” deals with the aftermath of Japan’s devastating 2011 tsunami, and provides a message of hope and endurance. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s sister quits tennis at just 24
Mari Osaka, the older sister of megastar Naomi Osaka, has retired from tennis at just 24. Osaka said that she hadn't enjoyed her career, which peaked with a world No.280 ranking three years ago. "I am ... ( read original story ...)
Journey to Tokyo: A Day in the Life of Tyrone Smith
"This will be my last Olympics and more than likely Tokyo will be my very last track meet ever." AUSTIN (KXAN) — Bermuda-born and Chicago-raised Tyrone Smith never imagined life would land him on the ... ( read original story ...)
Roger Federer Eyes Tokyo Olympics if Knee Stays Healthy
Roger Federer returns to action at this week's Qatar Open after two knee operations ended his 2020 season. The Swiss star says he is already setting his sights on the Tokyo Olympics. "Participation in ... ( read original story ...)
Icons of India & Japan’s Cherry Blossom
From the riches of India’s Golden Triangle to the enchanting blooms of Japan’s cherry blossom, discover the blend of cultures and ... ( read original story ...)
Mari Osaka, Naomi’s Sister, Retires From Tennis After ‘A Journey Which I Didn’t Enjoy Ultimately’
Mari Osaka, the older sister of four-time Grand Slam singles champion Naomi Osaka, announced that she is retiring from tennis. ( read original story ...)
Overseas fans face ban from Tokyo Olympics, reports news agency
Japan’s government has decided to stage the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics without overseas spectators, the Kyodo news agency has reported ... ( read original story ...)
Japan reportedly to stage Tokyo Olympics, Paralympics minus overseas spectators
Japan has decided to stage this summer's Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics without overseas spectators due to public concern about COVID-19, Kyodo news agency said on Tuesday, citing officials with ... ( read original story ...)
Japan will ban foreign fans from Olympics: report
Japan has decided that foreign spectators will not be welcome at this summer's Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics due to COVID-19 concerns, according to Kyodo news agency, who cited officials with ... ( read original story ...)