In the aftermath of Naomi Osaka's defeat in the National Bank Open final on Thursday, she neglected to congratulate the winner of the match, 18-year-old Canadian and Osaka idolizer Victoria Mboko. ( read original story ...)
Asian shares are mostly lower, while Tokyo’s Nikkei jumps nearly 2%
Asian shares were mostly lower Friday while Tokyo’s benchmark spiked by more than 2% after Japanese officials said they had resolved questions over the tariff that will apply to exports to the U.S. ( read original story ...)
11 Very Specific Tokyo Mini-Guides
Skip the picked-over multi-brand stores, find the gingko-lined backstreets, and take a midday bathhouse break. Pick up groceries in department-store basements and stock up at the “best beauty store in ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Loses Montreal Open Final vs. Victoria Mboko Ahead of US Open
Naomi Osaka struggled to build upon an early edge in her matchup with Victoria Mboko in the 2025 Montreal Open Final. ( read original story ...)
Parkinson’s Link to Gut Bacteria Hints at an Unexpected, Simple Treatment
Researchers have suspected for some time that the link between our gut and brain plays a role in the onset of Parkinson's disease. A recent study identified gut microbes likely to be involved and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Denso nears deal to sell spark plug ops to market leader Niterra
NAGOYA, Japan -- Japanese auto parts supplier Denso appears set to reach a long-sought agreement to sell its spark plug operations to domestic rival Niterra, Nikkei learned Friday, as industry players ... ( read original story ...)
‘Completely forgot’ – Naomi Osaka’s addresses glaring omission that left tennis fans furious
Naomi Osaka has been criticised following a runners-up speech at the Canadian Open final. The four-time Grand Slam winner cut an emotional figure during her remarks but in her on-court post-match ( read original story ...)
Osaka apologizes to Mboko: ‘I was in a daze’
Naomi Osaka heard the crowd loud and clear during the National Bank Open presented by Rogers finals, but it's the chatter afterwards that has her attention. Osaka took to social media to congratulate and Victoria Mboko on her historic singles title win on Friday. ( read original story ...)
WTA doubles star throws major shade at Naomi Osaka: Some women should take notes
Australian doubles star Ellen Perez seemingly took a shot at Naomi Osaka after the Japanese's post-Montreal final speech as the Australian cheekily stated that "some women should take notes" from players who classily respond to a final loss. ( read original story ...)
Japan issues update on population “emergency”
The country's total fertility rate fell to 1.15 in 2024 from 1.2 the previous year, despite extensive local and central government incentives. ( read original story ...)
Since World War II, ‘people to people relationships’ have helped forge a strong alliance between US and Japan
In Rhode Island, one of the strongest and most robust sister-city relationships has bee built between the port cities of Newport and Shimoda, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Facing Pressure To Retire After ‘Classless’ Decision
Tennis fans have supported Naomi Osaka throughout her career. On Thursday night, however, they called her out for being a "sore loser." Osaka reached the National Bank Open final this week, taking down seeded players such as Elina Svitolina and Clara Tauson. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s population decline keeps getting worse. Last year, it saw a record drop
Japan’s precipitous population decline shows no sign of slowing, with the nation shrinking by more than 900,000 people last year – the biggest annual drop on record, according to government data. ( read original story ...)
Nagoya Adventures: 5 Iconic Places to Visit in Japan’s Industrial Heartland
Nagoya, Japan’s third-largest city, is a vibrant mix of rich history, cutting-edge technology, and delightful local experiences. A great base for exploring the country, Nagoya offers a blend of ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Canadian Open Loss Keeps Everyone Talking, but for All the Wrong Reasons
Naomi Osaka’s return to the court at the Canadian Open should have been a “welcome back” moment. Instead, it turned into an awkward PR disaster that had fans and critics raising their eyebrows. ( read original story ...)
Japan Says U.S. Has Agreed To Fix ‘Regrettable’ Error In Trump’s Tariff Order And Give Refunds
The change will mean Trump’s reciprocal tariff rate of 15% on Japan will not stack on top of existing sector-specific levies, similar to an arrangement with the EU. ( read original story ...)