‘It’s our time to shine’: India’s surfers look to make waves at Asian Games
Indian surfers overcame huge challenges to reach the Asian Games and now dream of competing at the 2028 Olympics.
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At least four killed as Typhoon Dujuan hits Japan
Storm is moving northeast, away from Japan’s eastern coast into the Pacific, leaving a trail of destruction behind.
From: NewsFeed
Airplane makes ‘miracle’ landing as Typhoon Dujuan hits Japan
A plane landing in Tokyo that one passenger called ‘a miracle’ ended with applause as Typhoon Dujuan battered Japan.
Published On 21 Sep 2026
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Who is Yu Zidi, China’s 13-year-old swimming sensation?
The teen phenomenon won her second gold medal in the 200m medley in 2:06.10 to set a new Games and Asian record.
Asian Games: Emotions run high as Iran win bronze in men’s basketball
Players celebrate podium finish that brings exemption from conscription, saying the pressure was ‘out of this world’.
Asian Games: Opening ceremony offers respite amid mounting complaints
Accommodation crisis, transport gaffes and national anthem mix-ups headline the games before their opening in Japan.
Eala and Pathirage headline top athletes to watch at the 2026 Asian Games
From Olympic champions to teen sensations, several athletes are looking to make their mark at the continental event.
From: 101 East
East Asia: How AI is changing the way we bid farewell to loved ones
101 East meets innovators across East Asia using digital technology to transform how we grieve those we love.
Published On 19 Sep 2026
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Japan has record 100,000 people aged over 100: How societies are ageing
Fewer births and worsening labour shortages are placing mounting pressure on Japan’s social care system.
Asian Games 2026: All to know about the dates, venues and sports
More than 11,000 athletes from 45 countries will compete at world’s second-largest multisport event.
North Korea anthem played at South’s Bangladesh hockey match at Asian Games
Asian Games organisers in Japan accidently play North Korea’s anthem ahead of South’s hockey match with Bangladesh.
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