A lurch in the Earth’s tectonic plates can wreak havoc at any time – as we’ve just seen in Vanuatu. How do scientists measure quakes, and are we doing enough to prepare? ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Fukushima raises a stink over improper waste disposal, imposes name and shame rule
Errant individuals will be given a verbal warning but repeat offenders may see their names appearing on Fukishima’s official website. ( read original story ...)
Crypto markets crash after epic rally, sending Bitcoin back below $100,000
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market tumbled on Friday as investors dumped digital assets after the Federal Reserve said it would make fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected. After reaching ...
CoinDesk Dismisses Top Editors After Story Draws Crypto Executive’s Ire
The article, since removed, featured a key CoinDesk sponsor and a $6 million banana.
‘Hawk Tuah Girl’ says she’s ‘cooperating’ with lawyers in suit related to crash of meme crypto
I take this situation extremely seriously,” Haliey Welch wrote in a post on X on Friday. By Kalhan Rosenblatt and Angela Yang
Number of foreign residents in Japan’s Okinawa surges 50% in 2.5 years
NAHA, Japan -- The number of foreign residents in Japan's subtropical Okinawa prefecture has soared 50% in two and a half years, with overseas workers flocking to opportunities in hospitality and ...
Japan’s geoparks: natural wonders drive tourism, regional growth
TOKYO -- Japan's local communities are promoting geoparks to revitalize their regions by highlighting their unique geology and combining this with sustainable tourism and education. Serving to protect ...
Stock market today: Asian shares are mixed ahead of key US inflation data
U.S. futures and oil prices fell. Japan's core inflation rate, which excludes fresh food prices, rose 2.7% year-on-year, surpassing expectations. The data followed the Bank of Japan's decision on ...
Japan’s controversial crypto tax system set for review in 2025
Japan’s hotly debated crypto tax system may be getting an overhaul in 2025, thanks to the official inclusion of virtual currencies in the government’s recently finalized 2025 tax reform outline. For ...
Rumble Gets $775 Million Investment From Crypto Firm Tether
Rumble said Friday it entered an agreement for a $775 million investment from the cryptocurrency company Tether. Tether agreed to purchase about 103.3 million shares of Rumble at $7.50, totaling $775 million.
Crypto has a chance to join polite society — if it can get out of its own way
There were four major forces converging this year that lit a fire under crypto:
3 elementary students thanked by Osaka police for helping lost preschooler
Three elementary school students have been given letters of appreciation by police here for helping a lost preschooler back home safely by ta･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka shares admiration for Nick Kyrgios ahead of the 2025 Australian Open
In a surprising yet heartfelt revelation, four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka has shared her admiration for Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios, breaking from the conventional sentiment often ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Warns on Yen After BOJ’s Dovish Message Extends Slide
Japan ramped up its warnings against currency speculation Friday after the yen slid to a five-month low following a hint from the central bank chief that he may wait longer than expected before ... ( read original story ...)
Trump AI and crypto ‘czar’ role will be limited as David Sacks clings to Silicon Valley commitments
A Sacks spokesperson says he will comply with all relevant ethics rules, though he also intends to wear the czar's crown while continuing to work at VC firm Craft Ventures.
Trump inauguration draws big crypto donations
Big crypto is joining big tech and the rest of corporate America by donating millions toward President-elect Trump’s inauguration celebrations, FOX Business has learned.