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Jack Gallagher
Named a top 10 columnist by the Associated Press Sports Editors for his work in 2004, Jack Gallagher has been a sports journalist in Japan for more than 15 years. He has covered numerous events both domestically and internationally, including the Super Bowl, World Cup and Olympics. He was previously an executive in public relations in both the NBA and NFL Europe. He is a native of San Jose, Calif., and a graduate of the University of Southern California.
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Dec 4, 2009
Hanyu third after short program; Song leads
Yuzuru Hanyu is in third place following the short program at the Junior Grand Prix Final in Tokyo on Thursday night, trailing China's Nan Song and American Ross Miner.
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Dec 4, 2009
Kim looking to make statement in Grand Prix Final
Like a great fighter looking to land a knockout punch, world champion Kim Yu Na enters the Grand Prix Final seeking to eliminate any doubt about who will win the gold medal at the Vancouver Olympics.
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Nov 25, 2009
Mao, JSF appear content to retain present course
As the sand continues through the hourglass and the days until the Vancouver Olympics dwindle, Mao Asada's chances at the gold medal seem to continue to dissipate.
Japan Times
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Nov 18, 2009
Orser provides insight into making of a champion
Those who have had the chance to see a young athlete come into their own can tell you it is truly a sight to behold.
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Nov 8, 2009
Resurgent Ando captures second Grand Prix title
NAGANO — Miki Ando continued her resurgence by capturing her second Grand Prix title of the season on Saturday night at Big Hat.
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Nov 7, 2009
Ando poised despite fall
NAGANO — Despite falling on a planned triple flip, Miki Ando was well-positioned for her second Grand Prix title of the season after finishing second in the short program at the NHK Trophy on Friday night at Big Hat.
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Nov 4, 2009
Ando aims for second win of GP season at NHK Trophy
When Miki Ando takes the ice at the Big Hat in Nagano on Friday she will be looking to notch a Grand Prix victory for Nikolai Morozov's stable of skaters for the fourth straight weekend.
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Oct 30, 2009
JSF chief requests Mao meet
In the wake of Mao Asada's poor showing at the Rostelecom Cup in Moscow last weekend, Japan Skating Federation president Seiko Hashimoto has requested a meeting with the embattled skater.
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Oct 28, 2009
Tarasova must go if Mao wants shot at Olympic glory
Sometimes you have to throw the game plan out the window.
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Oct 14, 2009
Mao faces early test against Kim in Grand Prix opener
Coming off an uneven performance at the Japan Open, Mao Asada will get an early test as she begins her Grand Prix season on Friday at the Trophee Eric Bompard in Paris, where world champion Kim Yu Na will be waiting.
Japan Times
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Oct 11, 2009
Ishihara's bid for legacy was Olympian waste of taxpayer money
I hate to say I told you so . . . but I did.
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Sep 20, 2009
Junior skaters shine at Poland JGP
Last weekend was a banner one for Japanese skaters, and not the ones you might think.
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Sep 13, 2009
Unhappy alliance: Reeds' mom blasts JSF over funding
The Japan Skating Federation, which has been found wanting in its support of skaters in the past, is once again being called out for its lack of commitment.
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Jul 19, 2009
Soul on ice: Resilient Ando primed for second chance at Olympic glory
"Don't judge a person until you have walked in their shoes."
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Jun 7, 2009
Grand Prix assignments signal start of Olympic season
The ice on the blades had barely melted from the World Team Trophy in Tokyo, just seven weeks ago, when the moves that precede the Olympic season began kicking into gear.
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Apr 19, 2009
U.S. captures first World Team Trophy championship
Behind strong performances from singles skaters Caroline Zhang and Rachel Flatt, the United States won the inaugural World Team Trophy on Saturday afternoon at Tokyo's Yoyogi National Gymnasium.
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Apr 17, 2009
U.S. surges into lead at inaugural World Team Trophy
The United States took the lead on the first day of the inaugural six-nation World Team Trophy on Thursday with strong efforts from world champion Evan Lysacek and ice dancers Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto at Tokyo's Yoyogi National Gymnasium.
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Apr 15, 2009
Big names highlight World Team Trophy
Six nations will be vying for the inaugural World Team Trophy when action gets under way at Tokyo's Yoyogi National Gymnasium on Thursday.
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Apr 5, 2009
Time for Mao to consider Morozov
She could have taken the easy way out, played it safe, and walked away with another medal at the world championships.
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Mar 25, 2009
Mao, Kim set for next chapter in Japan-S. Korea rivalry
For the second time in the same week, Japan and South Korea could be looking at a showdown for athletic supremacy in Los Angeles.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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