PremiumPremiumOlympicsRussia is banned, yet it's everywhere at the GamesNew York Times: Doping punishment changes a country's official name but little else.27 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsThe skateboarders taking over are among the youngest Olympians in TokyoNew York Times: The presence of teens is helping the sport's Olympic goal.26 Jul 11:58 PM
OlympicsKiwis eliminated from Olympic surfingElla Williams' and Billy Stairmand's Olympic debuts have come to an end.26 Jul 07:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsSimone Biles rises. And rises. And risesNew York Times: How gymnastics' GOAT has soared above her sport's horrific recent history.26 Jul 06:00 AM
TravelThe most carefully managed walk in the world? A Tokyo Olympic tourNo straying from the tour. No talking to residents. Breaking the rules means deportation.25 Jul 09:06 PM
OlympicsOlympics: World tennis No 1 in shock first-round exit'I've never seen more unforced errors from Ash in a set of tennis,' commentator says.25 Jul 04:25 AM
Olympics'Tactless, disrespectful': TVNZ silent on Olympics opening ceremony gaffeIt was meant to be a poignant moment to remember those who had lost their loved ones.24 Jul 12:07 AM
WorldTokyo new Covid cases near 2000 a day before Olympics openTokyo hit another six-month high in new Covid-19 cases today.22 Jul 11:19 AM
New ZealandOlympics 2020: Covid-19 cases in Tokyo spike to six-month highNZOC says its bubble setup ensures there is no interaction with the Japanese public.21 Jul 08:16 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsSurfing's Olympic moment is here. Will the waves cooperate?New York Times: The debut of surfing promises big-name talent but unspectacular waves.21 Jul 07:00 AM
SportOlympics boss refuses to rule out 11th hour cancellation of GamesStark warning comes after health expert warns the bubble system is already "broken".20 Jul 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe invisible hand behind the Tokyo OlympicsNew York Times: They're not an official sponsor but without them there would be no Games.20 Jul 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympics'Anti-sex' beds in the Olympic Village? Social media theory quickly debunkedNew York Times: While there are Covid prevention measures in place. The beds are not one.19 Jul 11:02 PM
Sport'Fake news': Olympic gymnast debunks 'anti-sex' bed mythOrganisers of the Tokyo Games have been keen to discourage after-hours fraternising.19 Jul 08:38 AM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsTokyo Olympics: Let the Games … be gone?New York Times: Has the world had enough of the Olympics?18 Jul 09:13 PM
WorldChina's 'chilling' threat to JapanJapan's pledge to 'protect Taiwan as a democratic country' has angered Beijing.18 Jul 06:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPark the pandemic, the Olympics take centre stageEditorial: Countdown begins to the opening ceremony on Friday night.17 Jul 05:00 PM
OlympicsCovid-19 case found at Olympic Village in TokyoOrganisers confirmed one person tested positive during a screening test.17 Jul 05:32 AM
OlympicsFans banned from Tokyo Olympics after Covid-19 state of emergencyNo spectators will be allowed in any indoor or outdoor venues.08 Jul 06:26 PM
WorldJapan declares Covid emergency lasting through OlympicsThe emergency declaration will be in place until August 22.08 Jul 04:29 AM
WorldRescuers look for missing people in giant Japanese mudslideThe mudslide ripped through a seaside resort town and killed at least three people.05 Jul 02:03 AM
WorldAt least 19 missing as mudslide west of Tokyo hits housesTorrential rains have slammed parts of Japan starting earlier this week.03 Jul 05:26 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldTokyo says it is ready for Covid-19. What about earthquakes?New York Times: Earthquakes are the other potential catastrophe at the Olympics.30 Jun 10:23 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldAn earthquake in Japan speaks to a sea wall in San FranciscoNew York Times: NZ among countries facing dual threats of seismic activity and rising sea.24 Jun 01:00 AM
WorldCovid 19: Fears over new Delta Plus mutationConcern that highly infectious Delta variant doesn't respond to lab-produced antibodies.23 Jun 06:25 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsWhy are the Olympics still happening? These numbers explain itNew York Times: Wondering why the Games haven't been cancelled? It's all about numbers.21 Jun 10:54 PM
OlympicsTokyo Olympics will let 10,000 local fans at venues to watch Games eventsTokyo Olympics will allow some local fans to attend when Games open in just over a month.21 Jun 09:27 AM
WorldWWII mysteries: Ashes of executed Japanese PM located in new docsUntil recently, the location of Tojo's remains was one of the war's biggest mysteries.15 Jun 01:34 AM
CompaniesRich nations back deal to tax multinational companiesThe G7 deal aims to deter global tax avoidance.05 Jun 09:04 PM
Olympics'We have been cornered': Olympics organiser reveals serious concerns'We are damned if we do, and damned if we do not,' Japanese sports star says.04 Jun 07:11 AM
OpinionWhy Japan hasn't cancelled the Tokyo Olympics - and what happens if it doesANALYSIS: Yes, the games can still be cancelled. But the fallout would be staggering.31 May 03:36 AM
WorldJapan extends Covid emergency 7 weeks out from OlympicsWith infections still not slowing, Japan's PM extends Covid emergency for 20 days.29 May 05:12 AM
OlympicsTokyo Olympics: Japan mobilises military for mass Covid vaccinationsAim is to inoculate up to 10k people per day in Tokyo and 5k per day in Osaka.24 May 04:07 AM
New Zealand'Barbaric': Parents of Kelly Savage still fighting to end restraint practiceFamily believe son's death four years ago was caused by the use of mechanical restraints.22 May 01:12 AM
