Two weeks after the conclusion of the 2020 Summer Games in Tokyo, the Paralympics are set to take center stage Tuesday in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Kathy Hochul takes office, Tokyo Paralympics, Pumpkin Spice: 5 things to know Tuesday
The Paralympics begin in Tokyo, Kathy Hochul is officially New York's governor and more news to start your Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Japanese prefecture gives vaccine priority to pregnant women after home birth death
The Aichi Prefectural Government began priority COVID-19 vaccinations for pregnant women, their husbands and partners from Aug. 23 after an ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Paralympics: Chester taekwondo fighter hoping to strike Gold
A taekwondo fighter from Chester is hoping to win Great Britain's first Gold medal in the sport as it makes its Paralympic debut. Amy Truesdale, 32, has been dreaming of taking part in the Paralympics ... ( read original story ...)
Ray Parks inks one-year deal with Japan B.League’s Nagoya Diamond Dolphins
Bobby Ray Parks Jr. is the latest Filipino cager flying to Japan. Japan B.League Division I team Nagoya Diamond Dolphins announced on their social media account Tuesday that they signed Parks for the ... ( read original story ...)
Parks to play in Japan B. League with Nagoya Diamond Dolphins
Bobby Ray Parks Jr. is the latest Filipino player to take their talents to the Japan B. League. It was announced on Tuesday that the former TNT Tropang Giga star has signed a contract with B. League ... ( read original story ...)
Bobby Ray Parks Jr. to play for Nagoya in B.League
Talented wingman Bobby Ray Parks Jr. will be playing for the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins in the 2021-2022 season of the Japanese B.League.The team ... ( read original story ...)
Ray Parks Jr. to play for Japan B. League’s Nagoya Dolphins
Bobby Ray Parks Jr. signed with the Japan B. League's Nagoya Diamond Dolphins for the 2021-2022 season in the country's top tier professional basketball league. Nagoya announced on Tuesday, August 24, ... ( read original story ...)
It’s official: Ray Parks playing in Japan league with Nagoya
BOBBY Ray Parks is officially set to see action in Japan's pro league, signing a deal with the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins. Spin.ph earlier reported Parks is in Japan for a B. League stint. This marks a ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama mayor-elect deals Japan’s casino dream a fresh blow
The result of the Yokohama mayoral election on Sunday has cast another shadow over Japan's ambitions to build massive casino resorts, a drive that was already under strain due to the withdrawal of ... ( read original story ...)
As Paralympics get underway in Tokyo, here are five U.S. Paralympians to watch
From world records to dreams come true, 240 athletes will represent the U.S. in the Tokyo Paralympics. Here are the five Paralympians to watch. ( read original story ...)
Japan LDP executive Nikai says he backs PM Suga for party chief
TOKYO (Reuters) - An influential member of Japan's ruling party said on Tuesday he still backed the re-appointment of Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga as party leader, a post that ensures he would remain ... ( read original story ...)
The world’s fastest roller coaster in Japan suspends operations after 4 reports of people breaking their backs or necks on the ride
The Do-Dodonpa roller coaster in Japan has been suspended after four people reported broken bones from riding the amusement. The coaster has the world's fastest acceleration - reaching a top speed of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan-Mongolia trade gets boost from Yangluo port in Wuhan
The Yangtze River port of Yangluo in Wuhan, capital of Hubei province, has cut the delivery time of goods between Japan and Mongolia by five days by connecting a sea and rail route. Since June 29, ... ( read original story ...)
This European capital has overtaken Tokyo and Singapore as the world’s safest city
Copenhagen has been named the world's safest city in a new wide-reaching study from the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU).The Danish capital surpassed former frontrunners like Tokyo, Singapore and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan LDP Heavyweight Nikai Says He Supports PM Suga’s Re-Appointment
Japan's ruling party heavyweight Toshihiro Nikai said on Tuesday there was no change to his stance of supporting Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's re-appointment as head of the party. Suga has said he ... ( read original story ...)