Japan posted a more than six-fold increase in its current account surplus in April to 1.32 trillion yen ($12 billion) as the trade ba ... ( read original story ...)
Significant magnitude 5.4 quake hits 88 km southeast of Sendai, Japan in the morning
A magnitude 5.4 earthquake near Sendai, Sendai Shi, Miyagi, Japan, was reported only 11 minutes ago by Japan's National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Resilienc ... ( read original story ...)
Top Japanese virologist warns of risks of Tokyo Games during pandemic-paper
A top Japanese virologist and government adviser has warned of the risks of spreading COVID-19 infections during the Tokyo Olympics, the Times of London reported on Tuesday, the latest high-profile ... ( read original story ...)
Japan upgrades first-quarter GDP as domestic demand shrinks less than first thought
Japan's economy shrank at a slower-than-initially reported pace in the first quarter, on smaller cuts to plant and equipment spending, but the coronavirus pandemic still dealt a huge blow to overall ... ( read original story ...)
Japan upgrades Q1 GDP on smaller hit to domestic demand
Japan's economy shrank at a slower-than-initially reported pace in the first quarter, on smaller cuts to plant and equipment spending, but the coronavirus pandemic still dealt a huge blow to overall ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands of crypto-crazed fans in Miami partied and watched money burn at the bitcoin conference. Here are 5 of the wildest stories from the event.
Miami hosted the 2021 Bitcoin Conference last weekend. Some speakers included Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, who revealed he'd work for bitcoin if "needed." ... ( read original story ...)
Paytm’s IPO official, staff invited to sell their shares
In its first official communication of its plans to list, Paytm has written to employees stating that its parent company One97 Communications . ( read original story ...)
Japan Overall Bank Lending Climbs 2.9% On Year In May
Overall bank lending in Japan was up 2.9 percent on year in May, the Bank of Japan said on Tuesday - standing at 578.366 trillion ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Bank Lending (YoY) came in at 2.9% below forecasts (3.7%) in May
Last week, former NY Fed President William Dudley said the central bank will begin the process of tapering – winding down its monthly asset purchases – by year end. Note: All information on this page ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s GDP shrank less than first reported amid emergency
The adjusted figure came as yet another round of restrictions to contain the coronavirus threatens to prolong an economic slump. ( read original story ...)
Grieving Becky Downie hits out over Tokyo Games axe
Becky Downie has criticised British Gymnastics for the manner in which she was omitted from the squad for the Tokyo Olympics next month.The 29-year-old, who won a World Championship silver medal in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s GDP Shrinks Less Than First Reported Amid Emergency
Japan’s economy shrank last quarter less than first reported, according to figures that come as yet another round of restrictions to contain the coronavirus threatens to prolong the slump. ( read original story ...)
Controversial art exhibition to open in Tokyo on June 25
An art exhibition that sparked controversy for featuring a statue symbolizing "comfort women" roughly two years ago will open in Tokyo on June 25, the organizers said. The exhibition titled "After ... ( read original story ...)
Brands Continue to Back Naomi Osaka, Showing an Evolution in How Sponsors Treat Athletes
We support her and recognize her courage in sharing her own mental health experience,” Nike said. “Naomi Osaka’s decision reminds us all how important it is to prioritize personal health and ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Olympics: Karriss Artingstall becomes 11th British boxer to qualify
Karriss Artingstall is the 11th British boxer to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics after featherweight box-off victory at the European qualifiers. ( read original story ...)
5 things that happened in crypto over the past week
There's never a dull moment in the crypto space — and this past week was particularly buzzy.From the latest Elon Musk tweets that reportedly impacted bitcoin's price, to the much anticipated 2021 ... ( read original story ...)