Japan is stepping in to bear some of the burden faced by its oil refiners as higher crude feedstock costs threaten to flow through into fuel prices and inflation. ( read original story ...)
Six Senses set for Japan debut with Kyoto property
Historically the largest city and still thought to be the heart of Japan, Kyoto is famed for its Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, palaces, traditional Japanese architecture and beautiful cherry ... ( read original story ...)
China Warns State Firms on Crypto Mining, Mulls Punitive Steps
China is warning its own state-owned enterprises to get out of cryptocurrency mining and is considering imposing punitive measures in the form of higher power prices on companies that continue to defy ... ( read original story ...)
Upmarket toaster maker Balmuda launches smartphone in iPhone-dominated Japan
High-end Japanese toaster maker Balmuda Inc unveiled a stripped back smartphone on Tuesday, aiming for a toe-hold in a market dominated by Apple's iPhone.Chief Executive Gen Terao said at the launch e ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo shares close slightly higher
Tokyo stocks shrugged off early losses following a choppy US session and closed slightly higher on Tuesday with investors looking for fresh clues.The benchmark Nikkei 225 index advanced 0. ( read original story ...)
Kirin Ichiban vs Sapporo: Comparing the Best Pale Lager Beers
It’s time to look beyond the taste. Read this detailed comparison of two of the top Japanese beers and choose your favorite. ( read original story ...)
Roundup: Tokyo stocks continue to gain for 4 days on yen’s weakening
Tokyo stocks continued their winning streak to four days on Tuesday with the Nikkei finishing the day at a seven-week high as marke ... ( read original story ...)
Areas near Tokyo await arrival of floating pumice mass
Coastal areas surrounding Tokyo are expecting the arrival of a mass of floating pumice stone created by a huge underwater volcanic eruption in August, with the material already having blanketed dozens ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Drops Toward $60,000 Level Amid Broad Crypto Retreat
Bitcoin slid toward the $60,000 level amid a broad retreat in the cryptocurrency market. The largest digital token was trading 4.5% lower at about $61,000 as of 11:57 a.m. in Singapore on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Paytm IPO: GMP dries up ahead of shares listing
Paytm IPO comprised a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹8,300 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of shares worth up to ₹10,000 crore ... ( read original story ...)
Paytm IPO: Here is how to check status online
Once shares are allotted, the application status can be checked online either at the BSE website or at the official registrar's website. ( read original story ...)
BOJ to consider reviewing scheme to aid regional banks -Nikkei
The Bank of Japan will consider reviewing a scheme aimed at revitalising regional banks, the Nikkei newspaper reported without citing sources, in a move to avoid payouts to banks to increase ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama Rubber launches new flame retardant conveyor belt
Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced that it has launched a new conveyor belt, the flame-retardant Hamaheat Super 100, which combines high-heat resistance and flame-resistance properties. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks extend rally to 4 days on weaker yen
Tokyo stocks on Tuesday extended their winning streak to four days, with the Nikkei ending at a seven-week high, as sentiment was lif ... ( read original story ...)
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LeBron James, Drake, and Naomi Osaka Invest in Sports Technology Firm That Could Be Worth Billions
The firm currently works alongside multiple NFL teams, including the Baltimore Ravens, the NFL Players Association and NCAA collegiate teams. ( read original story ...)