Tokyo Olympics
Tokyo organizers downsize arrival ceremony for Olympic torch
Tokyo organizers are downsizing the arrival ceremony for the Olympic torch because of the spreading coronavirus.
Tokyo Olympics hold test event without fans, top athletes
Despite the spreading virus, Tokyo Olympic organizers have finally held a test event.
Things to know about Tokyo Olympics and spreading virus
The Tokyo Olympics open in exactly five months on July 24. The Paralympics open on Aug. 25. But the fast-spreading coronavirus from China is making Tokyo organizers very anxious. Three deaths have been reported in Japan with more than 700 cases, more than 600 from a cruise ship that was docked in Yokohama. Globally, more than 77,000 people have been infected in 29 countries, and more than 2,300 have died — almost all in China. China is the host for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Too early to say whether virus threatens Olympics, WHO says
Despite a virus outbreak spreading from China, a top World Health Organization official said Tuesday it's much too soon to say whether the Tokyo Olympics are at risk of being cancelled or moved.
Canada edges Costa Rica 1-0 to earn a spot in the Olympics
With a spot in the Tokyo Olympics secured, Canada has set its sights on the next step.
Tokyo Olympics CEO: "I'm seriously worried" over China virus
Tokyo Olympics organizers on Wednesday said they are increasingly concerned about the disruption the fast-spreading virus in China is causing ahead of the games, which open in just under six months.
Tokyo Olympics say costs $12.6B; Audit report says much more
Tokyo Olympic organizers said Friday they are spending 1.35 trillion Japanese yen — about $12.6 billion — to stage next year's games. Organizers said the expenditure is unchanged from a year ago, although robust sponsorship and ticket sales have generated a contingency fund of an extra $300 million.
Tokyo Olympics say costs $12.6B; Audit report says much more
Tokyo Olympic organizers said Friday they are spending 1.35 trillion Japanese yen — about $12.6 billion — to stage next year's games. Organizers said the expenditure is unchanged from a year ago, although robust sponsorship and ticket sales have generated a contingency fund of an extra $30 million.
Tokyo Olympics: Preparing for everything including a quake
Tokyo Olympic organizers and government officials are preparing for everything, including an earthquake taking place during next year's games.
The Tokyo taxi driver: Suit and tie — white gloves optional
Very few countries deliver better service than Japan: in shops, in restaurants, or in taxis.