Anastasija Sevastova stunned two-time defending champion Jessica Pegula 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 on Friday to reach the fourth round of the WTA Canadian Open, where she will face Naomi Osaka.Also advancing was Australian Open champion Madison Keys, ( read original story ...)
Four workers die in Japan manhole accident near Tokyo
Four workers have died in Japan after falling into a manhole near Tokyo as they inspected sewage pipes, authorities said. The incident comes after a huge sinkhole swallowed a truck driver near the ... ( read original story ...)
Russian and Chinese navies carry out artillery and anti-submarine drills in Sea of Japan
The Russian and Chinese navies are carrying out artillery and anti-submarine drills in the Sea of Japan as part of scheduled joint exercises, the Russian Pacific Fleet was quoted as saying on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
Toyota revises upward global output plan to 10 mil. vehicles
Toyota Motor Corp. has revised upward its global production plan for 2025 to around 10 million vehicles, which would mark the first ... ( read original story ...)
Four workers die after falling into a manhole in Japan
Officials say the workers were conducting an emergency inspection of sewage pipes when the accident took place. ( read original story ...)
From Osaka to the NHL: Jordan Spence hopes to inspire young Japanese hockey players
The Ottawa Senators defenseman, who was born in Australia but grew up in Osaka, briefly returned to Japan last month to help run a hockey camp in Hokkaido. ( read original story ...)
QS Best Student Cities in Asia 2026: Seoul and Tokyo Top the List
Seoul takes the top spot, and Tokyo comes in second in Asia in the QS Best Student Cities 2026 ranking. These Asian cities excel in education, job opportunities, and student satisfaction! ( read original story ...)
Four workers dead in Japan after manhole fall
TOKYO: Four workers have died in Japan after falling into a manhole near Tokyo as they inspected sewage pipes, authorities said on Sunday (Aug 3). The incident comes after a huge sinkhole swallowe ... ( read original story ...)
Japan research group uses ethanol to grow heat-tolerant vegetables
A group of researchers in Japan is advancing studies on the application of ethanol for vegetables to grow steadily under high heat stress. ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks to create int’l rules on space debris removal
Japan will seek to establish international rules for the removal of human-made objects in space that could pose collision risks to sa ... ( read original story ...)
Japan confirms no tsunami after Indonesia’s Mt Lewotobi erupts
TOKYO: Japan's weather agency has confirmed there is no tsunami threat to the country following a major volcanic eruption on Indonesia's Flores Island early Saturday (Aug 2), Kyodo news agency ... ( read original story ...)
Japan braces for another dangerously hot day
Another dangerous heatwave is expected to roast much of Japan with highs of 38 degrees Celsius or higher forecast on Sunday. ( read original story ...)
4 workers dead afer falling into manhole near Tokyo
Four workers fell into a manhole in Gyoda City, Saitama Prefecture, north of Tokyo on Saturday morning. Police say all of them have been confirmed dead. ( read original story ...)
Japan sweats through hottest July on record
Japan sweltered through its hottest July since records began in 1898, the weather agency has reported, warning of further "severe heat" in the month ahead. ( read original story ...)
Official Look at This Year’s ‘Tokyo’ Air Jordan 5 Retro
One of the most coveted Air Jordan 5 retros of all time is rumored to return this year. According to @zSneakerheadz on Instagram, the "Tokyo" Jordan 5 (style code: IO3372-700) is making its way back ... ( read original story ...)
Japan records hottest July ever, warning for more severe heat ahead
Australian tourists heading to Japan will want to make sure they packed a hat and booked accommodation with airconditioning. ( read original story ...)