Japan will introduce environmental, social and governance considerations for foreign reserves held by the finance ministry, reflecting a need to seriously tackle climate change in order to achieve the ... ( read original story ...)
Russia Looks to Restrict Crypto Purchases Among Retail Investors
This week, a senior official in Russia said that the country needed stronger laws to protect novice Russian crypto investors from financial losses, and announced that the country was looking to ... ( read original story ...)
Maine Politician Allegedly Pointed Gun at Staffer in Argument Over Crypto, COVID Meds
A Maine politician who unsuccessfully ran for U.S. Senate in 2020 is accused of pointing a gun at a former campaign staffer after an argument over cryptocurrency and COVID-19 cures, according to court ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese shares track Wall Street higher, Toyota lifts Topix
Japan's Nikkei share average jumped on Friday, tracking gains on Wall Street and as investors scooped up bargains after sharp declines this month, while Toyota Motor helped the Topix trade higher ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei jumps more than 2% as Wall Street rallies; China markets set to reopen
Chinese stocks jumped on the first day of trade after a week-long holiday, tracking other stock markets across Asia-Pacific. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 5.9 earthquake: More than 30 injured
A powerful magnitude 5.9 earthquake shook the Tokyo area on Thursday night, injuring more than 30 people, damaging underground water pipes and halting trains and subways. Officials said there was no ... ( read original story ...)
Magnitude 5.9 quake shakes Tokyo area; more than 30 injured
A powerful magnitude 5.9 earthquake shook the Tokyo area on Thursday night, injuring more than 30 people, damaging underground water pipes and halting trains and subways. Officials said there was no ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo trains crowded but little other damage day after strong quake
Tokyo area commuters faced packed trains on Friday on some lines due to delays, but there was little other impact after a strong quake rocked the Japanese capital late the night before, although ... ( read original story ...)
Japan secures 120 million more Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses for next year
Japan's health ministry said on Friday it concluded a deal with Pfizer Inc to secure another 120 million COVID-19 vaccine doses from January 2022. ( read original story ...)
Japan ruling party manifesto calls for sharp rise in defence spending -Asahi
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) will call for a sharp rise in the country's defence spending in its election manifesto to be unveiled ahead of the Oct. 31 national lower house election, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s finance ministry to use foreign reserves for ESG investments
Japan's finance ministry will start using foreign reserves to buy securities that meet environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria, it said on Friday, joining a global tide of investors ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s vintage bookstores look for pandemic lifeline online
Hunting for that perfect find amid a trove of old, leather-bound antique books is one of the earthly pleasures the novel coronavirus crisis robbed from bookworms and collectors. ( read original story ...)
Trevor Noah Lists Japanese-Inspired Bel Air Mansion For $29.75 Million
Just nine months after purchasing the property, Trevor Noah has listed his Bel Air mansion for $29.75 million, Dirt reports. The comedian paid $27.5 million for the 11,375 square foot ... ( read original story ...)
As government scrutiny of crypto expands, DOJ forms dedicated enforcement unit
As the US government continues to expand its scrutiny of cryptocurrency, the Department of Justice has hatched a new unit dedicated to its policing. The National Cryptocurrency Enforcement ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei poised to jump as Wall Street rallies; China markets set to reopen
Mainland China markets are set to resume trading after a week-long holiday. "With the market reopening today, investors a ... ( read original story ...)
BOJ Cuts Economic View on Five of Japan’s Nine Regions
The Bank of Japan lowered its economic assessment on five of the country’s nine regions, saying their recovery has stalled due to a resurgence in Covid-19 infections. Production cutbacks following ... ( read original story ...)