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Storm slowly heads toward Japan's capital, leaving mudslides and broken bridges in its path

Tropical Storm Shanshan is slowly making its way northeast toward the Tokyo area, setting off a mudslide that killed three people

The Independent UK

Paris Paralympics: Avani Lekhara wins air rifle gold, Mona Agarwal gets bronze in dramatic finish

NEW DELHI: Avani Lekhara has become the first Indian to win successive Paralympic gold medals with a record-shattering performance in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event, joined by bronze-winner Mona Agarwal, marking a historic double for India. Avani shot a superb 249.7, breaking her own Paralympic record of 249.6…

The Times of India

Slow tropical storm dumps heavy rain around Tokyo after causing floods in southern Japan

A slow-moving tropical storm is having a far-reaching impact in much of Japan, dumping heavy rain around Tokyo and flooding roads and riverside areas in the south

The Independent UK

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Paralympics day two: Swimmers and cyclists offer more gold glory for Britain

Swimmers set the standard as medal quest continues in Paris.

The Independent UK

Paralympics day 2: Petricola's 'crazy' ride to win gold

Aussie cyclists smash records, grab golds in day two of Paris action.

The Canberra Times

Paris Paralympics 2024: Every GB gold medal winner as Games draw to an exciting close

ParalympicsGB increase their gold count by eight as they match overall Tokyo tally

Evening Standard

Le Sel d’Issey: the sacred ‘energy of salt’ inspires Issey Miyake’s new fragrance for men

As Issey Miyake’s Le Sel d’Issey launched in Tokyo this week, we spoke with Tokujin Yoshioka about his ‘radiant’ bottle design and the scent's sacred and salty inspiration

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David Weir ready to take down ‘phenomenal’ Paralympics rival thanks to mystery benefactor

The 45-year-old believes he can compete now with long-time rival Marcel Hug in Paris

The Independent UK

Google's Gemini AI tool lets you plan the perfect vacation — here's how

Learn to utilize Gemini's AI and Google integrations for seamless flight and hotel bookings, plus personalized travel recommendations and insights.

Tom’s Guide

Paris's cobbles to test de Rozario's marathon defence

Flagbearer Madison de Rozario said she felt her heart sinking when she came face to face with the cobbled streets she must conquer to defend her marathon gold.

AAP

Classifications, history and Australian hopes: what to expect at the Paris Paralympics

Paris is about to host its first Paralympics. Similar to the Olympics last month, Australia is bringing a strong team with many medal hopefuls.

The Conversation

Kadeena Cox fired up to rectify bittersweet feeling in Paris

ParalympicsGB’s defending champion in C4-5 500m time trial in the velodrome still rues her near miss in Tokyo

The Guardian - UK

“I love to swing, but I don't look down my nose at other styles of music, or other musicians. I'll play with anybody if the music is good”: Acclaimed jazz guitarist Russell Malone, known for his work with Harry Connick Jr. and Ron Carter, has died aged 60

Malone had just finished a performance at Blue Note Tokyo with The Golden Striker Trio when he suffered a fatal heart attack

Guitar World

7-Eleven’s Japanese owner wants to be considered as important as chipmakers as Circle K’s operator mounts a takeover bid

The convenience store operator is reportedly asking Tokyo for a “core” rating, which protects against foreign takeovers.

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The Guardian - US

Ageless wonders and a high school science teacher: 10 US Paralympians to watch

As the Paris Paralympics kick off, here’s a look at 10 athletes from Team USA worth keeping an eye on

The National (Scotland)

Sammi Kinghorn: I want gold in Paris, but it won't define me

Sammi Kinghorn got to the Paris Paralympics as one of GB's best medal hopes but she knows that winning gold, or not, won't define her and that…

The Times of India

Gold in Tokyo Paralympics made Avani Lekhara more confident, says the coach of rifle shooter

JAIPUR: Three years back, when Avani Lekhara competed at the Tokyo Games, it was not just about conquering the big stage fright but also her inhibitions over being a para athlete.

Evening Standard

Paralympics 2024: 10 GB stars going for gold in Paris

ParalympicsGB finished second in Tokyo table and are aiming to net up to 140 medals over the next fortnight

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Penny Slinger’s 1970s banned erotic Photo Romance asks: ‘Is this where my story begins?’

Artist Penny Slinger’s seminal ‘An Exorcism’, gets an immersive outing 50 years after it was banned in the UK

The Guardian - AU

Paralympians to set the record straight as Australia’s golden decade beckons

Australia will have a 160-strong Paralympic team competing in Paris with human stories to sit amid remarkable athletic achievements

Sports Illustrated

After Switching Events, Jarryd Wallace Heads to Paris Paralympics Reinvigorated

After winning bronze in Tokyo in the 200 and feeling sapped from years of sprinting, the 34-year-old will now contend for a medal in the long jump. He hopes the decision will be yet another in his life that sets him on a better path.

International Business Times

Japanese Scramble To Buy Beloved Rice As Shortages Bite

The threat of a "megaquake", a series of typhoons, and a week-long national holiday have some Japanese scrambling to buy rice -- the nation's cherished staple food -- with the government warning Tuesday against panic buying.

International Business Times

Japan Is Next Level For Retro Game Collectors

US tourist David Madrigal is over the moon after paying $200 for a "vintage" console at a busy Tokyo store that is tapping into booming global demand for retro gaming kit.

AAP

McGrath to spearhead Australia's Paralympic medal hunt

Curtis McGrath wants to pick up where he left off in Tokyo and lead from the front as co-captain of Australia's Paralympic team in Paris.

Al Jazeera

Japan says China airspace incursion ‘serious violation of our sovereignty’

Tokyo summoned ambassador and lodged protest after surveillance plane was detected on Monday morning.

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