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Technology and innovation are needed to battle climate change

Global emissions reduction is essential. But those efforts won’t do enough to forestall a looming crisis in the polar regions.
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Japan’s daily COVID-19 case tally tops 70,000 for first time

Tokyo confirmed 14,086 new cases, setting a new record high as the seven-day average of daily new infections rose above 10,000.
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Breaking point: Japan’s outpatient clinics overstretched amid omicron surge

The rapid spread of the COVID-19 variant is causing apprehension at the clinics, generally the first stop for individuals to check if they have the ...

Soccer players suffering from COVID effects after initial recovery

The longer-term effects of the virus are now being seen in the game, with one study suggesting even players' passing quality can suffer.
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Japan children infected during delta surge hospitalized more often than in earlier waves

The hospitalization rate of children during the delta wave between August and October of 2021 was 14 times higher than during previous waves.

Shuko Aoyama and Ena Shibahara grab spot in Australian Open semi-finals

Aiming for their first Grand Slam title, the second-seeded Japanese pair wrapped up the quarterfinal against Croatia on Tuesday.

Snowboarder Ayumu Hirano ready to express himself at Beijing Games

The dreadlocked 23-year-old is aiming for the top prize in Beijing, after becoming the first rider to land the ultra-difficult triple cork trick in competition ...

Tom Brady says family will decide future amid retirement talk

The 44-year-old seven-time Super Bowl champion, widely regarded as the greatest quarterback in NFL history, says he will take his time before deciding whether to ...

Danielle Collins beats Alize Cornet to make Australian Open semi-final

The American 27th seed came through an intense clash in sweltering temperatures to continue her resurgence after surgery last year.

Australia Open: No stopping Rafael Nadal and Ashleigh Barty as both reach semi-finals

Nadal raced to a two-set quarter-final lead against Denis Shapovalov but began to feel unwell, needing medical attention for a stomach issue before surviving a ...