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Cristiano Ronaldo during training in Oeiras, Portugal, on Monday
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 3, 2026
Portugal carries hot streak and baggage into Ronaldo¡¯s sixth World Cup
The tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States is expected to be Ronaldo¡¯s record-breaking sixth World Cup, an astonishing feat for a 41-year-old.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente during the World Cup squad announcement presentation in Madrid on Monday
SOCCER / World cup
May 26, 2026
Spain leaves out Real Madrid players as Barcelona dominates World Cup squad
It is the first time that Spain will go to a World ?Cup without ?a Real Madrid player in its squad, a striking absence for the 15-time??Champions League winner.
Rayo Vallecano forward Alemao (center) celebrates with teammates after winning the UEFA Conference League semifinal second leg against RC Strasbourg Alsace at the Stade de la Meinau in Strasbourg, France, on May 7.
SOCCER
May 26, 2026
Working-class Rayo Vallecano defies the odds to contest first European final
From the narrow streets of Vallecas to a European final in Leipzig, Rayo Vallecano has turned a season of conflict and resilience into the biggest night in its history.
Marta Kostyuk celebrates after winning her final match against Mirra Andreeva at the Madrid Open on Sunday.
TENNIS
May 4, 2026
Kostyuk downs Andreeva to claim Madrid Open title
In the men¡¯s final, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner ?became the first man to win five successive Masters 1000 titles.
Barcelona forward Raphinha celebrates scoring his team's seventh goal against Newcastle at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona on Wednesday.
SPORTS
Mar 19, 2026
Barcelona hits seven past Newcastle to roar into Champions League quarters
Barcelona stormed into the Champions League quarterfinals with a thumping 7-2 victory over Newcastle United at Camp Nou on Wednesday, sealing an emphatic 8-3 aggregate triumph in a compelling round-of-16 tie.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 winners trophy is displayed in Times Square, New York City, on May 20.
SOCCER
Jun 3, 2025
FIFA¡¯s inaugural Club World Cup set to kick off in the U.S. amid challenges
The tournament has had to contend with the prospect of empty seats, controversial qualification rules and player welfare concerns.
Barcelona defender Jules Kounde (right) celebrates alongside forward Lamine Yamal during the Copa del Rey final in Seville, Spain, on Saturday.
SOCCER
Apr 27, 2025
Barcelona sinks Real Madrid in extra time to win Copa del Rey title
Barca won a record-extending 32nd Spanish Cup title thanks to a stunning strike from French defender Jules Kounde.
The Italian team celebrates after winning the Billie Jean King Cup over Slovakia on Wednesday in Madrid.
TENNIS
Nov 21, 2024
Brilliant Paolini leads Italy to fifth Billie Jean King Cup title
A year after Italy suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Canada in the decider, the charismatic Paolini demolished her Slovakian opponent to clinch the title.
Italy's Jasmine Paolini in action against Poland's Iga Swiatek in their Billie Jean King Cup semifinal match in Malaga, Spain, on Monday
TENNIS
Nov 19, 2024
Italy digs deep to beat Swiatek¡¯s Poland 2-1 and reach BJK Cup final
In Wednesday¡¯s final, Italy will face either Britain or Slovakia.
Spain's Rafael Nadal trains ahead of the Davis Cup tennis tournament finals, in Malaga, Spain, on Monday.
TENNIS
Nov 19, 2024
Spanish captain tight-lipped on Nadal¡¯s role in Davis Cup
Ferrer has until one hour before the first singles match starts at 5pm local time to announce his line-up.
Spain's Lamine Yamal celebrates with coach Luis de la Fuente after winning the Euro 2024 in Berlin on Sunday.
SOCCER
Jul 15, 2024
Spain¡¯s Euro 2024 glory built on selfless group mentality
The team had many under-the-radar players with uplifting stories, eventually grinding out seven wins in seven matches.
Spain midfielder Mikel Merino heads the ball to score his team's second goal during a quarterfinal clash with Germany on Friday in Stuttgart.
SOCCER
Jul 6, 2024
Spain digs deep to earn a dramatic extra time victory over Germany
In the other match Friday, France converted all their kicks in a shootout to edge Portugal 5-3 on penalties after a goalless stalemate.
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo (center) is comforted by goalkeeper Rui Patricio after failing to score a penalty during a UEFA Euro 2024 clash against Slovenia in Frankfurt on Monday.
SOCCER
Jul 2, 2024
Tearful Ronaldo a frustrated great battling with Father Time
The image of a tearful Ronaldo being comforted after a missing a penalty on Monday stunned fans around the world.
Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula One, during a news conference in Madrid on Tuesday.
MORE SPORTS / Auto Racing
Jan 24, 2024
Madrid to host Spanish GP from 2026; Barcelona¡¯s future uncertain
The Barcelona circuit¡¯s contract expires after the 2026 race but F1 chief Stefano Domenicali suggested the Barcelona track could remain on the calendar beyond then.
Former President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation Luis Rubiales says he will use his right to appeal a three-year ban on all soccer-related activities.
SOCCER
Oct 31, 2023
Spain¡¯s ex-FA chief Rubiales gets three-year ban over kiss scandal
Rubiales said he will use his right to appeal, accusing FIFA of not giving him the chance to defend himself.
Spain's players during during a training session in Oliva near Valencia, on Wednesday.
SOCCER
Sep 21, 2023
Women¡¯s soccer players in Spain to end boycott
As part of a deal to end the move, between six and nine senior officials of the football federation will be invited to leave their jobs or will be fired.
Montse Tome, the new coach of Spain's women's soccer team, speaks at a news conference in Las Rozas, Spain, on Monday.
SOCCER
Sep 19, 2023
Spain¡¯s women¡¯s players say their boycott remains, deepening crisis
Should they refuse the call-up, the players could face sanctions including fines of up to $32,000 and the suspension of their federation licence.
Japan Times
SOCCER / World cup
Dec 18, 2022
Croatia beats Morocco to finish third at World Cup
Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday to secure a top three finish in the tournament for the second consecutive edition.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Nov 24, 2021
Study says biennial World Cup could cost leagues billions per season
The report predicted that in addition to cutting club revenue, such a move would hit viewer interest in games, reduce advertisers¡¯ interest in domestic soccer and put strains on players.
COMMENTARY
Feb 3, 2007
Misplaced effort to cut carbon
LONDON -- Huge gales have been sweeping Britain, while temperatures have soared, leaving spring plants sprouting long before they should and wildlife bewildered. Its all part of global warming -- or so many people assert. Whether they are right will be impossible to judge for many years to come. Maybe...
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
The sci-fi sensibilities of electronic trio Black Boboi
Black Boboi was formed in 2018 when solo artists Julia Shortreed, Utena Kobayashi and Ermhoi came together under Kobayashi¡¯s newly founded label, Bindividual.
A perfect storm: Kaze Fujii fans flock to Fuji Rock
Okayama-born singer-songwriter Kaze Fujii has carved out a distinctive place in Japanese pop since his major-label debut in 2019.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo¡¯s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo¡¯s ¡®stadium of desire¡¯

Longform

For many people, utility poles and power lines have become such a familiar part of Japan¡¯s landscape that they often go unnoticed.
Why Japan¡¯s utility poles won¡¯t be disappearing anytime soon
By Alex K.T. Martin

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