World Juniors standouts and disappointments: How did McKenna, Stenberg and top NHL prospects play?
There are plenty of things to take away from this tournament, particularly how 2026 prospects Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg performed.
Sweden holds off Czechia to win first World Junior gold since 2012, Canada takes bronze
The Swedes, so often a silver medalist at the World Juniors, finally have another gold medal moment.
Four Shinto shrines to pray for love at in Japan to start the New Year
Whether you’re looking for a new love or to take an existing one to the next level, the gods are ready to help you at these four Shinto spots. In…
Bob Pulford, 4-time Stanley Cup winner and longtime NHL coach/GM, dies at 89
Pulford won all four Stanley Cups with the Maple Leafs before earning a Jack Adams with the Kings and running the Blackhawks for 30 years.
Majority of Japanese mayors say foreign residents are essential but most see good and bad effects
Civic leaders see economic upsides and cultural difficulties in Japan’s accelerating internationalization. Japanese society has been internationalizing at an accelerated rate in recent years, with not only the numbers of…
Rangers owner James Dolan reiterates faith in Chris Drury in first interview since 2023
Asked directly if he still has trust in Drury, Dolan responded with a firm “yes.”
‘The Atlas of World Embroidery’ Traces the Global History of the Art Form
The term “needlework” covers a wide variety of thread-based practices from sewing to knitting to lace-making. While some of these are functional, techniques like embroidery are often employed purely for…
Apply for the John Michael Kohler Arts Center’s 2027 Arts/Industry Residency
The John Michael Kohler Arts Center (JMKAC) is now accepting applications for the 2027 Arts/Industry residency, a three-month program hosted by Kohler Co. in Kohler, Wisconsin. More than 600 artists have…
IIHF president addresses Olympic arena situation, Minnesota World Juniors attendance
While the Olympics led the IIHF's news conference on Monday, disappointing attendance in Minnesota was key World Juniors topic.
Traditional Indian Basketweaving Techniques Translate into Contemporary Installations
From a single material, a Hyderabad-based design studio creates a wide range of site-specific installations, furnishings, and decor. It’s all in the name of the firm, The Wicker Story, which…