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AUSTRALIAN OPEN

Poland's Iga Swiatek hits a forehand during her third round match against Britain's Emma Raducanu on Saturday in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 18, 2025
Rampant Swiatek has ball 'listening' to her in rout of Raducanu
Swiatek has only once reached the semifinal in Melbourne but signaled she is ready to go all the way with a 6-1, 6-0, destruction of the 2021 U.S. Open winner.
Naomi Osaka leaves the court after retiring from her match against Belinda Bencic with an injury during the third round of the Australian Open.
TENNIS
Jan 17, 2025
Naomi Osaka retires with injury during third round of Australian Open
Osaka pulled out of the Auckland final earlier this month due to an abdominal injury.
Aryna Sabalenka hits a return against Clara Tauson during their match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Friday.
TENNIS
Jan 17, 2025
Aryna Sabalenka survives tough battle to reach fourth round of Australian Open
The day's first match at Rod Laver Arena was hardly vintage tennis, but Sabalenka was pleased to come away unscathed.
People line up to buy coffee at Melbourne Park on Wednesday.
TENNIS
Jan 16, 2025
Coffee lovers find grounds for complaint at Australian Open
Organizers have worked hard over the last decade to improve options for refreshment.
Naomi Osaka is off to a strong start to the season and defeated Karolina Muchova on Wednesday to reach the third round of the Australian Open.
TENNIS
Jan 16, 2025
Naomi Osaka's Australian Open and the rediscovery of a tennis superpower
Osaka will play her first third-round match at a Grand Slam event since the 2022 Australian Open.
Iga Swiatek hits a return against Rebecca Sramkova during their match at the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Thursday.
TENNIS
Jan 16, 2025
Dominant Iga Swiatek sets up clash against Emma Raducanu at Australian Open
Swiatek will face former U.S. Open champion Emma Raducanu, who beat Amanda Anisimova, for a place in the last 16.
Naomi Osaka hits a return during her second round win over Karolina Muchova on Wednesday at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 15, 2025
Osaka gets 'revenge' on Muchova in Australian Open fightback
The Japanese star, who won in Melbourne in 2019 and 2021, dropped the first set against 20th seed Karolina Muchova before winning 1-6, 6-1, 6-3.
Zheng Qinwen reacts after a point against Germany's Laura Siegemund during their second round match at the Australian Open on Wednesday.
TENNIS
Jan 15, 2025
'Queen Wen' deposed in huge shock at Australian Open
The normally ice cool Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen got hot under the collar as she was sent packing 7-6 (3), 6-3 by the world No. 97.
Daniil Medvedev's smashed racket during his first round match against Kasidit Samrej at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Jan 14, 2025
Medvedev destroys net camera in huge scare against Thai wildcard
The tantrum earned fifth seed Medvedev a code violation for racket abuse and held up play as staff swept up debris.
Britain's Emma Raducanu serves against Russia's Ekaterina Alexandrova during their women's singles match on Day 3 of the Australian Open tennis tournament in Melbourne on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Jan 14, 2025
'Mind of its own': Raducanu advances despite wayward serve
The 22-year-old Briton has dealt with a string of injuries since capturing her only Grand Slam title at the 2021 U.S. Open.
Naomi Osaka in action during her Australian Open first round match against Caroline Garcia in Melbourne on Monday
TENNIS
Jan 14, 2025
Osaka secures win in Australia, but distracted by LA wildfires
The 27-year-old has lived in the U.S. since childhood and has made Los Angeles her home.
Jannik Sinner (left) and Nicolas Jarry meet at the net after their first-round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Monday. Sinner won 7-6 (7-2), 7-6 (7-5), 6-1.
TENNIS
Jan 13, 2025
Doping cases in spotlight as Jannik Sinner tops Nicolas Jarry at Australian Open
In the lead-up to the match, Jarry told Chilean newspaper La Tercera that he wished he had "the same support" as Sinner from tennis authorities.
Coco Gauff hits a return against Sofia Kenin during the first round of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Monday.
TENNIS
Jan 13, 2025
Coco Gauff cruises past Sofia Kenin in first round at Australian Open
The American has been on a scintillating run of form that has made her a major threat to two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka at Melbourne Park.
Kei Nishikori hits a return against Brazil's Thiago Monteiro during their first round clash at the Australian Open on Sunday.
TENNIS
Jan 12, 2025
Nishikori rolls back the years in five-set Melbourne epic
The 35-year-old, who reached a career-high No. 4 in the world and was a U.S. Open finalist a decade ago, was on the brink of defeat at John Cain Arena against Thiago Monteiro.
China's Zheng Qinwen reacts after winning the first set of her first round match at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.
TENNIS
Jan 12, 2025
Rusty Zheng into second round as Grand Slam tennis returns to Melbourne
The fans were sent scurrying for cover inside the first hour when a dramatic thunderstorm swept across the area.
Jannik Sinner speaks during a news conference ahead of the Australian Open on Friday in Melbourne.
TENNIS
Jan 10, 2025
Jannik Sinner declares innocence in doping case ahead of Australian Open
Defending Australian Open champion Sinner twice tested positive for traces of the steroid clostebol in March.
Aryna Sabalenka celebrates after winning the Brisbane International final on Sunday.
TENNIS
Jan 9, 2025
Aryna Sabalenka set to take center stage again at Australian Open
Sabalenka has reached at least the semifinals in nine of her last 12 Grand Slams.
China's Zheng Qinwen competes at the WTA Finals in Riyadh in November.
TENNIS
Jan 8, 2025
Zheng looks to emulate Li's Australian Open success
The achievements of Li Na gave rise to predictions of Chinese superstardom in women's tennis. Ten years later, Zheng Qinwen appears ready to follow in her footsteps.
Jannik Sinner hits a return during an exhibition in Melbourne on Tuesday.
TENNIS
Jan 8, 2025
Sinner turns focus to Australian Open defense after 'amazing' year
The Italian is coming off a breakthrough year in which he backed up his maiden Grand Slam title at Melbourne Park by winning the U.S. Open and ATP Finals.
Coco Gauff of the U.S. in action against Poland's Iga Swiatek during the United Cup in Sydney on Saturday
TENNIS
Jan 7, 2025
Gauff in superb form for latest Australian Open campaign
The 20-year-old has seen a remarkable turnaround, after appearing to be in a tailspin only a few months ago.
Japan's biggest beef bowl chain Sukiya to shut nearly 2,000 stores after rat and bug contamination
Zensho Holdings, operator of fast-food chain Sukiya, said it will close all of its stores in Japan, except for a small number in shopping centers, between Monday and Friday following recent contamination incidents.
Alert raised for volcano in southwestern Japan
Shinmoedake, a volcano located between Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures, in November 2019
Japan considers all possible options as Trump threatens new auto tariffs
Subaru cars awaiting export at a port in Yokohama on Thursday.
Nankai Trough earthquake could kill 298,000 people, government says
Residents participate in an evacuation drill held with West Japan Railway in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, in January 2024 to prepare for a Nankai Trough earthquake and a possible tsunami following the quake.
Japan, South Korea and China vow to strengthen trade ties amid looming U.S. tariffs
Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Yoji Muto (left), South Korean Trade Industry and Energy Minister Ahn Duk-geun (center) and Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao during a trilateral meeting in Seoul on Sunday
On defense, Japan may avoid Trump's worst impulses — for now
Defense Minister Gen Nakatani and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth chat after reviewing an honor guard during a welcome ceremony at the Defense Ministry in Tokyo on Sunday.
Nankai Trough earthquake could kill 298,000 people, government says
Residents participate in an evacuation drill held with West Japan Railway in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, in January 2024 to prepare for a Nankai Trough earthquake and a possible tsunami following the quake.
NFL comeback star Damar Hamlin shares life-saving message in Tokyo
Damar Hamlin poses with students at The American School in Japan in Chofu, western Tokyo, on Thursday.
A Canadian made a weekend trip to Costco a Japanese pastime
Under the watchful eye of Ken Theriault, Costco representative director and Japan country manager, the American membership-model wholesaler has flourished in Japan.
Tokyo tech failures lean into misfortune, mistakes and missteps
Tsuyoshi Domoto in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward on March 28. As an entrepreneur, Domoto experienced plenty of setbacks but maintains a positive attitude and continues to pursue his dreams.

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