Freelance photographer Maiko Kuzutani has been drawn to taking photos of disabled children with their loving parents for years -- ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus emergency extended in Tokyo and 18 other prefectures
The government’s state of emergency over the novel coronavirus pandemic was extended in Tokyo and 18 other prefectures Monday. The emergency, based on the special law for the fight against the virus, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s vaccines minister Kono favoured as next PM in opinion polls
Japan's minister in charge of vaccines, Taro Kono, has emerged as the favoured candidate in weekend opinion polls on whom should succeed Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga as head of the ruling Liberal ... ( read original story ...)
K League-leading Ulsan set to begin quest for 2nd straight Asian club title
Ulsan Hyundai FC, currently leading the top South Korean football league, will open their bid for a second straight continental title this week. Ulsan will be among four K League 1 clubs to play a ... ( read original story ...)
Local heroes: three of inner Tokyo’s most rewarding bike routes
In this vast metropolis, exploring the capital’s neighbourhoods on short cycle rides is a great way to get to know the lie of the land ... ( read original story ...)
78-year-old man arrested over death of housing complex resident in Yokohama
Police in Yokohama have arrested a 78-year-old man on suspicion of killing a 67-year-old man on the grounds of the housing complex where they both live. According to police, the incident occurred at ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Paralympics a stark reminder that human security for people with disabilities an elusive global goal
The Paralympics tell which countries are the best or the worst for people with disabilities, and we see, beyond abstract notions about the social rights of citizenship, it is the more wealthy ... ( read original story ...)
Gold Medalist Neeraj Chopra and Other Tokyo Olympics Participants Felicitated By JSW Sports
The athletes were presented Rs 2.5 crore in total as a goodwill gesture by JSW for bringing laurels to the country, a release said. ( read original story ...)
After the ‘bazooka’, Bank of Japan dismantles the work of its radical chief
After years of shock-and-awe stimulus, the Bank of Japan is quietly rolling back radical policies introduced by its bold chief Haruhiko Kuroda and pioneering controversial new measures that blur the ... ( read original story ...)
Swiss Olympic cross-country skiing medallist Giger dies age 74
Olympic cross-country skiing medallist Albert Giger, who later worked as race director of the Engadin Skimarathon, has died aged 74. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics champion Karsten Warholm cruises to victory in ISTAF Berlin
It was Warholm's second victory in four days. He ran 47.35 to win the Diamond League final last Thursday in Zurich. ( read original story ...)
“Feels Quite Surreal”: Avani Lekhara Satisfied After Winning Medals In Tokyo Paralympics
Tokyo Paralympics gold and bronze medalist Avani Lekhara on Sunday stated the podium finish at the Games was not just for her but also for those who dare to dream. Avani won the gold in the 10m air ... ( read original story ...)
ParalympicsGB holds homecoming event to celebrate Tokyo 2020 team
ParalympicsGB has hosted a homecoming party at Wembley Arena for athletes following the conclusion of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. ( read original story ...)
Tales from Tokyo: meet the buckskin stallion making waves on the international competition and breeding scene
Victoria Davies’ buckskin stallion Celere caught the eye with his striking good looks and chilled personality on his Paralympic debut at the Tokyo Games ... ( read original story ...)
Japan says suspected Chinese submarine seen near territorial waters
Japan's defence ministry said on Sunday that a submarine believed to be from China was spotted in waters near its southern islands, as maritime tensions persist in the Pacific. ( read original story ...)
Venus Williams praises Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles for honesty about struggles
Venus Williams came to the defense of tennis icon Naomi Osaka and Olympic gymnastics legend Simone Biles after both athletes took hiatuses. ( read original story ...)