Tag: Japan
Japan declares state of emergency just weeks ahead of Olympic opening ceremonies
The order comes as the delta variant has become dominant in at least 92 countries, including the U.S. #ABCNews #Japan #TokyoOlympics source
Tokyo reports highest COVID cases in 6 months as Olympics set to start l GMA
Tokyo has reported an increase in COVID-19 cases as athletes from Team USA arrive for the Games. LEARN MORE: What it’s like at the Tokyo…
US gymnast tests positive for COVID-19 days before the games l WNT
Women’s gymnast Kara Eaker has tested positive for COVID-19 in Japan and is quarantined alongside her roommate. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’:…
The CEO of the Tokyo Olympics is not ruling out a last-minute cancellation of the games | ABC News
The CEO of the Tokyo Olympics is not ruling out a last-minute cancellation of the games due to rising COVID-19 cases. ABC News anchor Amy…
Protesters outside Olympic stadium can be heard inside venue
Japanese citizens filled the streets with signs reading “Cancel the Olympics” during the Opening Ceremony; COVID-19 cases have risen ahead of the Games. #WorldNewsTonight #Tokyo…
Simone Biles withdraws from another Olympic gymnastics final
The gymnast heralded as the “greatest of all time” announced she would not compete in the individual all-around final. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at…
Simone Biles pulls out of Olympic team gymnastics final
Team USA ended up winning the silver medal. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM & 11AM EST WATCH the ABC News Live Stream:…
What’s next for Simone Biles after pulling out of 2 events
Plus, Katie Ledecky takes gold in Olympics swimming as COVID-19 and sweltering heat raise concerns. ABC News Live Update, Weekdays at 9 AM & 11AM…
Simone Biles will compete in balance beam final | WNT
After nearly a week since Simone Biles left the U.S. gymnastics team final, she is scheduled to compete in her most-anticipated event at the Tokyo…
Simone Biles earns bronze in Olympic comeback | WNT
Biles performed a near-flawless routine on the balance beam. The bronze medal ties her for the most medals by a U.S. gymnast with seven. WATCH…
Making candy and creating smiles at Tokyo candy shop
ABC News’ Kenneth Moton visits one of Tokyo’s favorite candy stores, getting his hands in the mix of making sweets before Sunday’s Summer Olympics closing…
ABC News Live: Senate reaches deal to raise debt ceiling until December
Plus, a 6.1-magnitude earthquake hits Japan, and a federal judge blocks the enforcement of a Texas law banning nearly all abortions in the state. WATCH…
Surprise launch from North Korea to the Sea of Japan
The North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un, is sending a direct message to President Trump by launching short-range projectiles to test him and attempt to…
North Korea launches short-range missiles into Sea of Japan
In a surprise move, the reclusive country fired several missiles around 9:00 a.m. local time and, if confirmed, would be the first launch since late…
Ryan Reynolds talks about switching it up in new movie ‘Pikachu’
The actor, who’s played superheroes and heartthrobs, talks with ABC News about playing the yellow, fluffy loveable anime character Pikachu in Tokyo. source
Trump plays golf with Japanese PM Shinzo Abe during 4-day state visit l ABC NEWS
The president is in Japan to discuss trade deals and strengthen military ties with the U.S.’s East Asian ally. #trump #shinzoabe #japan source
Trump meets with Japanese prime minister
The president and the prime minister discussed trade deals and the military, but each have differing views on North Korea’s recent missile tests. WATCH THE…
President Trump presents trophy to sumo champion
President Trump presents President’s Cup to the champion of Tokyo’s top sumo tournament, Asanoyama Hideki, during his state visit to Japan. #ABCNews #Trump #SumoWrestling #Japan…
Severe tornado damage in Ohio, Trump returns from Japan, Navy pilots reveal UFO reports | ABC News
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Trump excuses USS McCain directive
The president said that he had nothing to do with a White House directive to the U.S. Navy that it cover-up the name on the…
