Japan
Hiroshima Day message: Ban all nukes
August 11, 2010The United States "is responsible for the greatest act of terrorism in the history of the world, the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki." So said Veterans for Peace activist, David Jenkins, during a candlelight vigil...
Read moreHiroshima Day vigil calls for nuclear abolition
August 10, 2010Marking the 65th year since the first atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, vigils were held on the New Haven Green at time the bombs were dropped on August 6 and 9.
Read moreU.S. will attend Hiroshima memorial for first time
August 3, 2010For the first time ever, the U.S. ambassador to Japan will attend the Aug. 6 ceremony in Hiroshima marking the 65th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the city.
Read moreJapan’s new prime minister vows strong economy – but for whom?
June 22, 2010Prime Minister Kan Naoto in his first policy speech said he will pursue a "third way" on the economy, but it doesn't look like it.
Read moreOkinawa election rally: U.S. base is not deterrent
June 11, 2010Japan peace movement and voters continue to press against relocation of U.S. military base in Okinawa.
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