Gripes over Tokyo stadium overshadow Games euphoria

Last Updated: Sunday, November 3, 2013, 16:41

Just weeks after they rode the wave of euphoria to Olympic victory when Tokyo won the right to host the 2020 Games, organisers are being brought back to Earth with a bump.

Russian lawmakers approve new anti-terrorist bill

Last Updated: Saturday, October 26, 2013, 17:36

The Russian parliament has approved a bill toughening sanctions in terrorism cases ahead of the Winter Olympic Games next February, including a controversial measure that makes families of terrorists financially accountable for the damage.

Japan `hurt` by French Fukushima cartoon

Last Updated: Thursday, September 12, 2013, 10:14

Another cartoon shows people in protective gear by the side of a pool, the Tokyo Shimbun daily reported.

Italy could bid for 2024 Olympics: PM

Last Updated: Monday, September 9, 2013, 21:11

Italy could bid to host the 2024 Olympic Games, Prime Minister Enrico Letta has said, after Tokyo clinched victory in the competition for the 2020 Games.

Sports Ministry welcomes wrestling`s re-inclusion in Olympics

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 22:33

The Sports Ministry on Sunday expressed happiness as wrestling won back its place in the Olympic Games through voting at the International Olympic Committee (IOC) session in Buenos Aires.

Wrestling wins back 2020 Games spot

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 22:04

Wrestling completed an unprecedented Olympic comeback on Sunday, reclaiming its spot in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics after beating bids from rivals squash and baseball/softball in an International Olympic Committee vote.

Summer Olympic Games hosts` list

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 15:42

Tokyo will be hosting its second summer Olympic Games in 2020, it was announced by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) here on Saturday.

Tokyo in celebratory mood as it wins bid to host 2020 Olympics

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 15:41

People in Tokyo rejoiced today as the city was chosen to host the 2020 Summer Olympics by the International Olympic Committee in Buenos Aires.

Tokyo to host 2020 Olympic Games

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 15:41

Tokyo has won the right to host the Olympic Games for the second time, overcoming fears about radiation from the stricken Fukushima nuclear plant.

Where now for Madrid`s Olympic future?

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 15:12

The news that Madrid fell in the first round of voting in the decision to elect the host city for the 2020 Olympic Games was greeted with shock and disappointment by crowds gathered in the city centre Saturday night.

2020 Olympic Games will repay debt Japan owes the world: Shinzo Abe

Last Updated: Sunday, September 8, 2013, 09:33

Tokyo will repay the world the debt they owe them for their help after the tsunami in 2011 when the city hosts the 2020 Olympic Games Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Saturday.