Rs 12 lakh prize for whoever sleeps first: Bizarre competition turns sleeping into a relaxation race. Check rules and judging processA bizarre competition in Japan revently turned falling asleep into a race, with a prize of more than Rs 12 lakh for the winner. Called the ...
06 Oct, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
Italy's Meloni follows pop stars like Taylor Swift in seeking to trademark her voice to combat AI deepfakesItalian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has applied to trademark her voice in the EU, submitting a four-second recording of herself saying “I...
06 Oct, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
- The Asian Games with more athletes than the Olympics close in Japan and head to Qatar in 2030
The Asian Games held in Nagoya featured 11,000 athletes from 45 countries and regions. China topped the medal table with 169 gold medals wh...
04 Oct, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
Asian Games’ bed crunch: Japan says ‘more than expected’ athletes caused troubleJapan's Olympic chief, Seiko Hashimoto, reported a higher than expected number of participants at the Asian Games. Local organizers anticip...
03 Oct, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
Nagoya mayor apologises to Asian Games athletes over accommodation, transport problemsNagoya's mayor expressed apologies for the problems faced by athletes at the Asian Games. Complaints included shortages of accommodation an...
30 Sep, 2026, 11.36 AM IST
Inside the Costa Serena, the floating hotel of the Asian GamesThe Costa Serena cruise ship is serving as temporary accommodation for athletes and officials at the Asian Games. More than 17,000 particip...
25 Sep, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
India’s plan to surpass Japan’s E10: B35 bullet trains to target 350 kmph by 2030 as first B28 trains prepare to run at 249 kmph from 2027India’s plan to surpass Japan’s E10: India is developing indigenous high-speed bullet trains, with B28 trainsets designed for 280 kmph and ...
21 Sep, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
- Genkan to Konmari: 6 Japanese home habits that make everyday life calmer, cleaner and more intentional
Traditional Japanese home practices offer simple ways to create a space that feels calmer, cleaner and more intentional. From setting up a ...
20 Sep, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
First Asian Games gold goes to Japan as China's 13-year-old Yu lights up poolThe first gold medal of the 20th Asian Games was won on Sunday by host nation Japan as a 13-year-old swimmer from China started in blisteri...
20 Sep, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Asian Games: IOC chief Coventry gives thumbs-up to Asiad accommodation despite criticismIOC President Kirsty Coventry backed the Asian Games organisers after inspecting athletes’ accommodation in Nagoya, despite complaints over...
20 Sep, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
In 1912, Jennie Butchart began filling an exhausted quarry with soil brought by horse and cart in British Columbia; the project grew into a garden recognised as a national historic siteIn 1904, Jennie Butchart reimagined a former quarry, crafting an exquisite garden paradise that is still maintained by her family. Over the...
19 Sep, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
- Asian Games open with more athletes than the Summer Olympics and some unfamiliar sports
The Asian Games officially commenced with an opening ceremony, though competitions began earlier. Athletes are housed in diverse accommodat...
19 Sep, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
‘We really couldn’t take it any more’: Asian Games chaos leaves world champion gymnast exhaustedThe Asian Games in Japan are facing organizational challenges and athlete accommodation issues. World champion gymnast Zhang Boheng express...
18 Sep, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Forget hotels, sleep inside a Poké Ball: This 10ft hotel room in Japan offers a true Pokémon experienceA unique Poké Ball hotel has opened its doors in Hokkaido, celebrating Pokémon’s 30th anniversary. This exceptional lodging experience feat...
17 Sep, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Asian Games chief defends 'functional' rooms after backlashAccommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is "functional" and efforts are being made to deal with numerous complaints from disgruntle...
17 Sep, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
Japan’s sleep contest offers $14,000 prize: Who can enter, how to apply, October 5 date and rulesJapan is organising a sleeping competition on October 5, 2026, and the winner will receive Rs 13 lakh prize money. During the 90-minute pow...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.29 PM IST
US military port project in Palau revives WWII memories, stokes fearsPalau plans a significant US military port expansion next year. This project aims to berth US Navy ships and deepen the harbor. Locals worr...
16 Sep, 2026, 08.02 AM IST