A panel of Japanese economists tasked with determining the peaks and troughs of Japan's business cycles said the COVID-19 pandemic brought an end to nearly three years of economic downturn. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s First Omicron Case May Help Portray PM Kishida as Decisive
Japan confirmed its first case of the Omicron variant of coronavirus on Tuesday, a day after slamming shut its borders to all foreigners in one of the world's toughest precautionary measures. But the ... ( read original story ...)
Planet Japan by M-TEchXM-TEchX to showcase innovation
First-ever display of ‘Magic Fiber’ in ME to showcase the world’s most advanced nanofiber products and applications ... ( read original story ...)
Ready to Shine in the United States, a Star Waits in Japan
Seiya Suzuki can hit for average and power, and plays solid defense. The only thing slowing his arrival is the possibility of an M.L.B. lockout. ( read original story ...)
MEXC Global, the Best Crypto Exchange in Asia: User-driven is the core philosophy that remains constant in the market
MEXC Global was awarded the title of "Best Crypto Exchange in Asia" at the Crypto Expo Dubai held in Dubai on October 21, 2021. From the bear market in 2018, to the rapid rise in 2019, to the ... ( read original story ...)
SoftBank-backed Snapdeal targets $250m IPO in 2022
The e-commerce giant aims to go public in early 2022 after filing the draft red herring prospectus, or DRHP, the people said, asking not to be identified talking about a private matter. Snapdeal, once ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Nikkei tumbles to 8-weeks low
At closing bell, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average dropped 462.16 points, or 1.63%, to 27,821.76, its lowest closing level since 07 October 2021. The broader Topix index of all First Section issues ... ( read original story ...)
Japan FY2022 Draft Budget’s Spending to Hit Record $946 Billion – Kyodo
Japan's draft budget for next fiscal year will likely see total spending exceed a record $946 billion due to rising defense and social welfare costs, Kyodo news agency reported on Tuesday. The huge ... ( read original story ...)
Unify Platform AG Launches New Feature on UNIPLAT: Credit Rating of Researchers and Entrepreneurs
Unify Platform AG of Switzerland, with its Japan Hub in Shin-Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, announced on November 30 the launch of a new feature on the company’s online platform service, UNIPLAT. The ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks drop for 3 days on fears over new COVID-19 variant
Tokyo stocks dropped for the third straight session on Tuesday, with the Nikkei index tumbling more than 5 percent in three days on concern over how effective the existing vaccines are against the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 21 coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Tuesday reported 21 new coronavirus cases, up 13 from Monday and four more than last Tuesday. The number of infected people hospitalized with severe symptoms in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan confirms first case of new coronavirus variant
Japan confirmed on Tuesday its first case of the new omicron coronavirus variant, a visitor who recently arrived from Namibia. A government spokesperson says the patient, a man in his 30s, tested ... ( read original story ...)
Japan crown prince says royals should refute extreme attacks
Japanese Crown Prince Akishino, the younger brother of Emperor Naruhito, has complained about harsh criticism of his daughter’s recent marriage and suggested that the imperial family should be allowed ... ( read original story ...)
Covid live: Minister says ‘I’d rather over-react’ to variant as mask mandates back in England; Japan confirms first Omicron case
UK to press ahead with increased booster programme amid rule changes in England; Namibian diplomat tests positive near Tokyo airport with Omicron ... ( read original story ...)
First Omicron case detected in Japan
Japan on Tuesday confirmed its first case of the Omicron coronavirus variant, a day after authorities announced new Covid border restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Main Opposition CDP Picks New Leader After Election Loss
Japan’s main opposition party picked Kenta Izumi to be its new leader, as it bids to rebuild support after losing a general election to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s ruling coalition. ( read original story ...)