Canada skip Jennifer Jones can’t miss in 10-1 rout of Japan at Curling World Cup
Jennifer Jones earned a 10-1 victory over Japan on Wednesday to start the final leg of the Curling World Cup. Continue reading
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Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito takes throne day after his father abdicates
Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito will perform his first ritual Wednesday hours after succeeding his father on the Chrysanthemum Throne. Continue reading
‘Extreme’ patience needed when dealing with China over detained citizens: Ishikane
One of the main purposes of the trip, according to Japan’s ambassador to Canada is to make sure the outcome of the G20 Summit in June is a success. Continue reading
When Life Gives You Parkinson’s podcast: Navigating Japanese culture
By Larry Gifford Program Director
Ahead of our trip to the World Parkinson Congress in Kyoto, James Heron explains the translation of useful words and phrases and helps us better understand Japanese culture. Continue reading
Fuel removal from Fukushima’s reactor begins for first time since 2011 meltdown
The fuel is being removed from a cooling pool at one of three reactors that melted down in the 2011 disaster, a milestone in the decades-long process to decommission the plant. Continue reading
When Life Gives You Parkinson’s podcast: Keep calm and research on
By Larry Gifford Program Director
In this episode, Larry Gifford speaks with World Parkinson Congress ambassador David Sangster ahead of his DBS surgery and Dr. Simon Stott about his research. Continue reading
Ichiro says goodbye to adoring fans; Mariners beat A’s in 12
Ichiro was showered with cheers and chants while taking his final bow, and the Mariners sent him out with a 5-4 win in 12 innings. Continue reading
Toronto Raptors to play 2 pre-season games in Japan
Houston is led by James Harden and Chris Paul. Toronto is led by Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry, and Marc Gasol. Continue reading
Smallest-ever surviving baby boy goes home from hospital in Japan
A baby boy weighing just 268 grams (9.45 oz) at birth was recently sent home after months in a Tokyo hospital, Keio University hospital said. Continue reading
Edmonton woman frustrated over girls being denied citizenship under 2009 law
A woman in Alberta says she feels like she’s not Canadian enough after her daughters were denied citizenship. Continue reading