Japan

Helicopters pluck people from their flooded homes as rescue efforts go into full force.

The eerie phenomenon, which often precedes or follows a major storm, is the result of ‘scattering’.

Authorities also warned of mudslides, common in mountainous Japan.

Rugby World Cup games have already been cancelled and Formula One Grand Prix qualifying has been suspended.

Typhoon Hagibis has caused the cancellation of two Rugby World Cup matches.

Japan's national airline, Japan Airlines, has launched a new tool which allows travellers to avoid babies on flights.

Steve Scott Sports Editor

England will want to win but given Tonga’s reputation they’ll also want to escape without injury, writes Steve Scott.

From Jonah to Jonny, Nelson to Namibia, the All Blacks to the Brave Blossoms, the Rugby World Cup has created some brilliant stories.

Kamaishi was devastated by an earthquake and flood but now it is set to be a World Cup host.

ITV Sport has comprehensive, live coverage of matches in Japan, starting on 20 September.