Long COVID’s psychological toll in focus as Japan’s deadliest virus outbreak ebbs Keith Preston 3 years ago Top News Stories Long COVID’s psychological toll in focus as Japan’s deadliest virus outbreak ebbs While there are still many unknowns about the disease and how its persistent form should be treated, recent Japan-based research has highlighted its affects on … A record number of Japanese nationals are now living as permanent residents abroad In the survey released in December, 557,034 Japanese nationals were permanent residents overseas, with the figure steadily increasing in the past two decades. Philippines agrees to larger U.S. military presence as allies seek to deter China The pact will grant U.S. forces access to four more military sites in the country, providing Washington with a strategic footing on the southeastern edge … Four robbery suspects may be sent from Philippines to Japan next week The Philippines is seeking the dismissal of local criminal charges against some of the four men. The pending charges have complicated the swift transfer of … Afghans seeking haven in U.S. skyrocket despite risky passage through 11 countries More than a year after the chaotic U.S. withdrawal, hundreds each month are risking their lives to reach U.S. soil on a human smuggling route … Japanese students may soon be allowed to attend school events without masks Japan’s education minister says parents will be able to decide whether their children remove their masks during their farewell school events. Other Stories Life ‘Sushi terrorism’ chips away at Japan’s harmonious reputation It may have taken longer than other countries, but it turns out Japan is just as susceptible to the spread of social media-induced clout-chasing behavior … Opinion The importance of the Constitutional Democratic Party’s visit to Taiwan Taiwan needs a broader base of supporters other than just conservatives in key partner countries to keep it safer. Life The Buddhist terms that find their way into everyday conversation Just as Christian terminology has had an affect on English turns of phrase, Buddhism is the source of a lot of Japanese terms and phrases. Culture ‘Tea Friends’: Sex positivity for the older crowd Bunji Sotoyama’s film about a call girl service for senior citizens is elevated by its frank depictions of elder sex. Sports LeBron James lauds Hachimura for clutch contribution Making his first start for the Lakers, the Japanese men’s national basketball team standout scored 19 points and grabbed nine rebounds against the New York … Podcast The sword, the shield and the new face of Japan’s military As 2022 wrapped up, the Japanese government let forth a flurry of defense policy announcements. Those were followed by a five-nation tour by Prime Minister … Attack the System Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit
