Day 8 recap: Jamaica sweep 100-meter podium as Games hit by first doping suspensions – The Japan Times
Sprinter Elaine Thompson-Herah wins gold in the women's 100-meter showdown, becoming the fastest woman alive as she denies compatriot Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce a third Olympic title.Read...
The rise of mixed-gender relays at the Tokyo Olympics – The Japan Times
In Tokyo, men and women are teaming up in a series of mixed-gender events that are making their Olympic debuts.Read More
Olympics’ first openly transgender woman stokes debate on fairness – The Japan Times
Laurel Hubbard, a 43-year-old weight lifter from New Zealand, will compete on Monday, as some question her right to be at the Games.Read More
What to watch on Day 9 of the Tokyo Olympics – The Japan Times
A Masters champion looks to win a gold medal to go with his green jacket and Usain Bolt's successor in the men's 100 meters will...
Antony Blinken to court Southeast Asia in virtual meetings next week – Asia – South China Morning Post
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet virtually with Southeast Asian officials every day next week, a senior state department official said on Saturday,...
Belinda Bencic outlasts Marketa Vondrousova for women’s singles gold medal – The Japan Times
Prior to taking Centre Court for the gold medal match of the Tokyo Olympic women's tennis singles competition, Switzerland's Belinda Bencic received a message from...
How Feminism Became a Dirty Word in South Korea – The Diplomat
The demonization of feminist discourse and ideology in South Korea is a critical impetus for young Korean men’s embrace of misogynist attitudes and conservative politics.Read...
Pakistan’s Social Media Is Overflowing With Hate Speech Against Ahmadis – The Diplomat
The minority community has always faced persecution in the real world. Online, it’s become even more common.Read More
‘Produce Camp 2021’ and the Chinese Dream – The Diplomat
The boy band elimination show promotes the image of China as a culturally influential and friendly country — a key goal of the Chinese Dream.Read...
The Living Legacy of the Flying Tigers – The Diplomat
The history of the Flying Tigers is not only an inspirational story – it is the key to future Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation.Read More