The Tokyo Olympics organizing committee announced Thursday that Seiko Hashimoto has been appointed president, after the previous leader resigned over sexist comments. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new Olympic chief expresses ‘regret’ after report alleges sexual harassment
The new head of the Tokyo Olympics organizing committee previously made unwanted sexual advances, according to a Japanese press report. ( read original story ...)
Seiko Hashimoto named Tokyo Olympic president, replaces Yoshiro Mori after his sexist comments
Seiko Hashimoto was named president of the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee, replacing Yoshiro Mori, who resigned after making sexist comments. ( read original story ...)
Japan, U.S., India, Australia Call for Return of Democracy in Myanmar
Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said on Thursday he had agreed with his U.S., Indian and Australian counterparts that democracy must be restored quickly in Myanmar. Myanmar's military has ... ( read original story ...)
A Rivalry Turned Romp: Naomi Osaka Powers Past Serena Williams in the Australian Open
Naomi Osaka beat Serena Williams by playing like her—with clutch strokes and a brilliant assembly of power tennis. ( read original story ...)
Serena Williams loses to Naomi Osaka in Australian Open semifinals
Osaka ran her winning streak to 20 matches as Williams again came within reach of a record-tying 24th Grand Slam singles title, then fell short. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ruling party invites women to meetings – but won’t let them speak
LDP’s attempt to demonstrate gender equality after Olympic sexism row backfires ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Stopped Serena Williams and Her Latest Grand Slam Record Hopes
Osaka won their Australian Open semifinal in straight sets, denying Williams a chance to tie the record for Grand Slam singles titles. ( read original story ...)
Australian Open: Naomi Osaka to face Jennifer Brady in final after beating Serena Williams
Naomi Osaka will face Jennifer Brady in the Australian Open final after beating Serena Williams and ending the American's quest for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title. ( read original story ...)
Serena Williams Leaves Press Conference in Tears After Loss to Naomi Osaka: ‘I’m Done’
Williams lost 6-3, 6-4 to the world No. 3 in the Australian Open semi-final at Melbourne Park as her wait for a 24th Grand Slam title goes on. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020: Japan names female Olympic head after sexism row
Seiko Hashimoto, the new head of the Tokyo 2020 organising committee, has said she understands there is “great public concern” over hosting the delayed Olympics during the coronavirus pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Seiko Hashimoto takes over as Games chief after sexism backlash
Japan's seven-time Olympian turned politician Seiko Hashimoto announced Thursday that she is taking over as head of the Tokyo 2020 Games, following the resignation of her predecessor after sexist ... ( read original story ...)
After Leader’s Sexist Remark, Tokyo Olympics Makes Symbolic Shift
The selection of Seiko Hashimoto as president represented an abrupt turn after the Olympic committee had apparently intended to name another man in his 80s. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2020: Japan Olympics minister Hashimoto appointed head of Games
Japan's Seiko Hashimoto has been appointed the next Tokyo 2020 president, after her predecessor quit due to sexist comments. The former Olympics Minister is a seven time Olympian herself, having ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Ends Williams’ Record Bid and Reaches Australian Open Final
Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia, February 18, 2021 Japan's Naomi Osaka in action during her semi final match against Serena Williams of the U.S. REUTERS/Asanka Brendon ... ( read original story ...)
Seiko Hashimoto, a woman, is named Tokyo Olympics chief in something of a breakthrough
Seiko Hashimoto, 56, replaces Yoshiro Mori, 83, after he made sexist remarks. Women are still rare in boardrooms and positions of political power in Japan ... ( read original story ...)