Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is likely to want the Bank of Japan to stick with its current policy direction even after a change of governor, according to a senior ruling party member. ( read original story ...)
North Korea launches short-range missiles, as Japan and United States respond with exercises
Eight missiles were fired in succession over 35 minutes from at least four different locations, according to South Korea. ( read original story ...)
The arrest heard ’round the crypto world
Hey everyone, and welcome back to Chain Reaction. Last week, we discussed $4.5 billion in new crypto funds from a16z. This week, we’re talking about the arrest that has everyone in the NFT space ... ( read original story ...)
Sapporo City to consider public referendum for 2030 Winter Olympic and Paralympic bid
A draft ordinance proposing a public referendum to approve the city's bid for the 2030 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games is set to be considered ... ( read original story ...)
Coinbase Confirms ‘Crypto Winter’
Coinbase (COIN) , the most popular of American digital currency trading platforms, has just announced new cost-saving measures. These include an indefinite suspension of hiring. Worse, the firm will ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s increased defense budget make a difference in China deterrence, ‘no serious discussion’ on nukes
Japan's pledge to double the spending on its military budget would see the country jump from the ninth-largest to the third-largest budget in the world behind the U.S. and China. ( read original story ...)
US naval officer in Japan faces prison over deadly crash
For Ridge Alkonis, a U.S. Navy lieutenant living in Japan, a springtime trip with his wife and three children to Mount Fuji was intended as fun and leisurely family time before an expected deployment. ( read original story ...)
Japan PM condemns N.Korea missile launch
STORY: North Korea fired eight short-range ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast on Sunday, likely its largest single test, a day after South Korea and the United States ended joint ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 tracker: Tokyo reports 1,584 new COVID-19 cases
Infections in the capital fell by 610 from last week and marked a 23rd straight day of a week-on-week decrease. ( read original story ...)
Vietnamese fruits attract attention at festival in Tokyo
Activities introducing and promoting litchi and other Vietnamese fruits at the ongoing Vietnam Festival in Japan have attracted attention of a large number of Japanese people. ( read original story ...)
North Korea fires volley of missiles, prompting joint military drill by Japan, U.S.
North Korea fired eight short-range ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast on Sunday, likely its largest single test, a day after South Korea and the United States ended joint military ... ( read original story ...)
India’s taking a go-slow approach to crypto
The world’s largest democracy hasn’t rolled out the welcome mat for crypto. Does that mean it’s missing its crypto moment, or avoiding the technology’s growing pains? Lindsey Choo is a San ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 1,584 coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Sunday reported 1,584 new coronavirus cases, down 487 from Saturday and down 610 from last Sunday. The number of infected people hospitalized with severe symptoms ... ( read original story ...)
WA Day Festival 2022: Eskimo Joe and Birds of Tokyo among other big names to perform at Burswood Park
Tens of thousands of Western Australians are expected to descend on Burswood Park on Monday for the annual WA Day celebrations. ( read original story ...)
Family of Suhas Yathiraj celebrates for winning silver medal in Tokyo Olympics
Watch Family of Suhas Yathiraj celebrates for winning silver medal in Tokyo Olympics - Asianet News Kannada on Dailymotion ... ( read original story ...)
Japan confers Eusebio Tan
Atty. Eusebio Tan received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon, in a conferment ceremony held at the Japanese Ambassador's Residence on May 31. Due to ... ( read original story ...)