Naomi Osaka’s comeback to Grand Slam tennis after a 15-month break has ended in a 6-4, 7-6 (2) loss to 16th-seeded Caroline Garcia in the first round at the Australian Open ... ( read original story ...)
Some schools reopen and garbage collection resumes in Japan’s areas hardest-hit by New Year’s quake
Some schools have reopened and limited garbage collection has resumed in Japan’s northcentral region of Noto that was hit by the deadly New Year’s Day earthquake. ( read original story ...)
Tragic start to 2024 fails to dampen Japan hotels’ allure for investors
The earthquake and plane collision earlier this month are unlikely to deter travellers as Japan continues to welcome record levels of tourists The rebound has aided the investment appeal of Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Nagoya teacher resigns over exposed sexual activity with colleague at elementary school
A teacher in his 40s resigned after a female colleague in her 20s reported to authorities that they engaged in sexual activities at a public･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
In Tokyo, Rescuing the Residential Spaceship That Fell to Earth
Fifty years ago, the Nakagin Capsule Tower was hailed as a marvel of biological design. Now its legacy lives on through 23 orphaned capsules. ( read original story ...)
Exploring Tokyo’s hidden gems with Japanese supermodel Hikari Mori
In Tokyo, preserving traditions often means connecting with nature. From craft to culture -- CNN explores this capital city with one of Japan's top models. ( read original story ...)
Some 40% of firms on top Tokyo bourse disclose capital plans amid hopes for change
TOKYO (Reuters) -Nearly half of the companies on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's (TSE) prime section have responded to a call to disclose plans to improve capital efficiency, the bourse said on Monday, as ...
Murray beaten by Etcheverry, De Minaur v Raonic, Garcia v Osaka: Australian Open – live
Join our writers for live updates of day two also featuring a return from Naomi Osaka and the home hopeful Alex de Minaur. 08:36 As for Murray, let’s see what else we hear from him today. ( read original story ...)
Defending champ Novak Djokovic fends off Dino Prizmic to advance at Australian Open
Dino Prizmic, an 18-year-old qualifier, unsettled Novak Djokovic before the 24-time major winner won on opening Sunday at the Australian Open. ( read original story ...)
Djokovic bids for Grand Slam history as Rublev survives scare at Australian Open
Novak Djokovic launched his bid for Grand Slam history at the Australian Open on Sunday against an 18-year-old qualifier after fifth seed Andrey Rublev survived a huge scare to progress. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Firms Expect China’s 2024 Economic Prospects to Remain Grim
BEIJING (Reuters) - Japanese firms in China expect economic prospects in the world's second-largest economy to remain grim this year, according to a report from the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei hits 34-year peak above 36,000 as shippers rally
Japan's Nikkei share average on Monday crossed the 36,000 mark for the first time in 34 years, powered by shippers and financials, with a retreat in U.S. bond yields and a stabilisation in the yen ... ( read original story ...)
Global Impact: Earthquake, plane collision not best start to year for Japan as it faces pressure at home and abroad
In this issue of the Global Impact newsletter, we look back at Japan’s challenging start to 2024, and ahead to what might come next. ( read original story ...)
Japan police warn of scammers, thieves preying on Noto Peninsula quake victims
Around 8:30 a.m. on Jan. 5, a suspicious young man appeared in a store parking lot in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, four days after the area was hit by･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Gauff powers through at Australian Open ahead of Osaka comeback
US Open champion Coco Gauff swept into the Australian Open second round on Monday but Wimbledon winner Marketa Vondrousova was sent packing as Naomi Osaka readied for her Grand Slam comeback."I have a ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Grand Slam comeback headlines day two at Australian Open
Naomi Osaka makes her comeback to Grand Slam tennis on day two of the Australian Open Monday, while Daniil Medvedev has vowed to turn over a new leaf and be "more mature" on court."I have a much more ... ( read original story ...)