The remnants of the giant wave that hit Japan crashed into and fragmented an Antarctic ice shelf after the original tsunami, scientists say.
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Can Japan Lure Back Tourists with Slashed Hotel Rates?
Earthquake devastation. Continuing tsunami threats from aftershocks. Fears of a nuclear meltdown. Contaminated fruit and vegetables. We understand why you wouldn’t want to visit Japan right now. But in reality, it might be the …
Hideki Irabu: A One-Time Baseball Sensation Meets a Sad End
On Wednesday, former New York Yankees pitcher Hideki Irabu was found dead in his apartment outside Los Angeles. Authorities are calling Irabu’s death an apparent suicide.
Air-Conditioned Clothing: The Hottest Trend in Energy-Restricted Japan
They may not be the most fashion-forward pieces, but when the dog days of summer are upon us, who really cares?
Skull Found at Pearl Harbor May Belong to Japanese Pilot
Almost 70 years after the attack on Pearl Harbor, an excavation crew may have found the skull of a Japanese pilot who died in action.
Reading While Eating For July 21: The Letter ‘S’
Today’s links on this sizzling summer day are brought to you by the letter “S.”
Four Months After Japan’s Earthquake, Father Still Searches for His Family
The earthquake and tsunami hit Japan four months ago, but Mamoru Oikawa continues to look for his family. (via Los Angeles Times)
Japan Beats U.S. in Thrilling Women’s World Cup Final
Thank you, ladies of Japan and the United States. Thanks to you, the next time someone whines about the lack of excitement in soccer, we get to punch that person in the face.
Women’s World Cup Final: 5 Things to Watch for in USA vs. Japan
The women’s World Cup title game, between the U.S. and Japan, in Frankfurt, kicks off at 2:45 Eastern time today. Here are five things to watch for in of the most highly anticipated games in U.S. soccer history.
Reading While Eating For July 13: Sunsets and Snooki
From prepping to read the Emmy nominations to a dramatic reading of Snooki’s new book, here are today’s links.
QUOTE: Radioactive Meat in Japan
“If we were to eat the meat every day, then it would probably be dangerous. But if it is consumed only in small portions, I don’t think it would have any long-lasting effects on the human body.”
— GOSHI HOSONO, state …
Watch: The World’s Steepest Roller Coaster Debuts in Japan
Thrill-seekers, don’t miss the Fuji-Q-Highland, an amusement park in Japan that just added the world’s steepest roller coaster.