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Hosting global companies in Tamil Nadu

With several advantages, Tamil Nadu has attracted more than 1,400 firms from many countries and has become a hub for global automakers

The Hindu · Feb 18, 2022

Qld principal admits fraud but not greed

A Brisbane principal has admitted using a government credit card to buy gifts for Japanese dignitaries and taking cash he couldn't account for from students.

AAP · Feb 18, 2022

Winter Olympics day 14: GB women into curling final – as it happened

Eve Muirhead and co set up a curling final against Japan after Eileen Gu won another gold medal for China, and ROC beat Sweden in the men’s hockey

The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2022

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Reinforce COVID-19 testing system as border control measures are eased

If Japan continues to implement border control measures against the novel coronavirus that are unusually strict even by international standards, it could lead to the stagnation of the economy and social activities. It is vital to promote the resumption of the flow of people to and from overseas, while taking…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 18, 2022

Memorial recognises Japanese submariners

A plaque has been unveiled in Darwin to recognise the 80 Japanese submariners who lost their lives in a conflict off the NT coast in 1942.

AAP · Feb 18, 2022

Japan plans targeted COVID curbs as new cases fall but deaths hit record

A Japanese health panel approved on Friday a plan for more targeted COVID-19 curbs across much of the nation, as new infections decline but deaths rise to a record level.

Reuters · Feb 18, 2022

Japan PM Kishida eases virus entry ban despite political risk

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida rolled back some of the developed world’s most stringent virus border measures as he sought to tread a narrow path on pandemic policy that helped bring down his two predecessors.

Tribune News Service · Feb 18, 2022

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Important announcement from The Japan News

The Japan News will conduct a major revamp of both its website and print edition on March 28. Our paper will be reborn as a more readable and user-friendly news source with a wider range of articles. We aim to become the most reliable media outlet providing the world with…

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 18, 2022

South Africa joining Six Nations would create bidding war for 2033 Lions

The British & Irish Lions could decide to explore new options if the Springboks join the Six Nations, with Argentina, Japan and US all possible destinations

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2022

This is real: A chest sling for your Sony Aibo robo dog

Sony worked with Japan’s oldest baby carrier manufacturer to make a chest sling that lets you can carry around your Aibo like a real puppy. Okay...

Input · Feb 17, 2022

Japan travel rules: When will entry ban be lifted as minister hints at reopening

Foreign nationals who do not have existing resident status are currently not permitted to enter Japan

Liverpool Echo · Feb 17, 2022

Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva finishes 4th at Olympics after falling multiple times

Russia's Anna Shcherbakova and Alexandra Trusova won gold and silver, respectively, and Japan's Kaori Sakamoto took the bronze.

Axios · Feb 17, 2022

Japan takes bronze in team Nordic combined

Japan took the bronze medal in the team Nordic combined event at the Beijing Olympics on Thursday.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 17, 2022

Japan eases virus border rules for workers, students from March 1

TOKYO: Japan will ease its strict virus border rules to allow students and businesspeople into the country from March, but tourists will still be barred, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Thursday.

Bangkok Post · Feb 17, 2022

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Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 17, 2022

Japan Eases Border Controls amid Criticism as Exclusionist

Japan announced Thursday it will ease its tough COVID-19 border controls by increasing the number of people allowed to enter each day and reduce quarantine requirements following criticism that its current policy is unscientific and xenophobic. Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said the daily entry cap will be raised to 5,000,…

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2022

Japan eases border controls amid criticism as exclusionist

Japan will ease its tough COVID-19 border controls by increasing the number of people allowed to enter each day and reduce quarantine requirements following criticism that its current policy is unscientific and xenophobic

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 17, 2022

Japan curlers lose to Switzerland but make semis

The women leading Japan's curling team put up a solid effort against world No. 2 Switzerland, but to no avail in an 8-4 loss Thursday at the Beijing Olympics.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 17, 2022

Japan mulls easing entry limits on newly acquired import athletes

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida met Wednesday with Nippon Professional Baseball Organization Commissioner Atsushi Saito and J.League Chairman Mitsuru Murai at the prime minister's office to discuss lifting the suspension on new import players entering the country. Kishida reportedly expressed his intention to consider easing those restrictions.

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Caixin Global · Feb 17, 2022

Opinion: Can the Yuan-Dollar Exchange Rate Reach 5?

If China’s economy continues to develop steadily, its currency could strengthen against the greenback by 25% to 30% once per capita GDP reaches $20,000. But world-class industries are needed

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2022

Germany and Portugal to cut restrictions – as it happened

Germany and Portugal preparing to axe most curbs as cases stabilise; Israel’s PM says ‘green pass’ system to be suspended as cases decline

The Hindu · Feb 17, 2022

Google Doodle honours Dr Michiaki Takahashi, the inventor of chickenpox vaccine

Japanese virologist Dr Michiaki Takahashi had developed the first vaccine against chickenpox in 1974

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 17, 2022

U.S. ambassador praises 'world-class' rail system of Japan

U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel took a train Thursday to visit Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, where a U.S. Navy base is located.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 17, 2022

Longtime Japan coach returns from China stint to lead Para Alpine team

Japan's Para Alpine skiing team is looking to make its mark at the Beijing Paralympics with its former coach back in the fold.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2022

Japan's deficit reaches 8-year high as energy imports soar

Japan has reported its trade deficit rose to an eight-year high in January as the cost of energy imports soared

The Guardian - AU · Feb 17, 2022

Biden to host call with Nato allies as invasion fears grow – as it happened

US president says threat of Russian invasion ‘very high’, after Ukraine government source says shelling ‘looks like provocation’

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