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Lea Michele, Matt Pinfield, ‘Pose’ Co-Creator Steven Canals Remember ‘Spring Awakening’ Composer Duncan Sheik: “Does Not Seem Real”

The singer-songwriter known for his Grammy-nominated 1996 single "Barely Breathing" died Thursday of organ failure.

2h ago ·hollywoodreporter.com

International Exchanges, Flexible Accommodation Mix Set to Be Intangible, Tangible Legacies

The Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 is to start on Saturday. This two-week international sporting event is expected to promote international exchanges and foster lasting friendships beyond borders.

• International exchanges foster friendships across borders.
• Philippine women’s softball team trains with Nihon Fukushi University team.
• Host cities aim to leave intangible legacy through international exchanges.

2h ago ·japannews.yomiuri.co.jp

Esports Return to the Asian Games: Looking Beyond Aichi-Nagoya

The 2026 Asian Games kick off in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, on September 19. This year esports are on the competitive menu for the second time in the games’ history.

• Esports returns to Asian Games after a 3-year absence
• 13 esports titles across 11 events featured in Aichi-Nagoya Games
• Japanese publishers' strong game industry showcased in lineup

2h ago ·nippon.com

Haiku in English: Sept. 19, 2026

lengthening the shadowof mom's cane ...autumn sun--Hifsa Ashraf (Rawalpindi, Pakistan)Selected by Dhugal J. Lindsay

2h ago ·mainichi.jp