Tensions run high for Japan v North Korea World Cup qualifier
Both North Korea and Japan will be determined to emerge as winners from an encounter that has always been about far more than footballOne of the fiercest rivalries in international football will be reignited this evening when North Korea play Japan in ...
Women’s World Cup victory brings joy to Japan
Team's success in Germany seized upon by population dealing with effects of earthquake, tsunami and nuclear crisisThe Japanese have had precious little to cheer about over the past four months, so they could be forgiven for the enthusiasm with which th...
North Korea faces World Cup blackout as Seoul pulls plug on free TV
Pyongyang's alleged hand in sinking of Cheonan navy ship sees broadcaster withdraw offer of free tournament coverage
As residents of one of the world's most repressive countries, North Koreans must have relished the prospect of a rare glimpse of life on the outside and the chance to watch their...
