Even as the Federal Reserve and the world’s other central banks raise interest rates to try to curb inflation, the Bank of Japan has stood firm. Since 2016, Japan's key interest rate has been minus 0. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei falls as attention turns to earnings
Japan's Nikkei share average edged lower on Thursday, with investors focused on the outlook for individual stocks as earnings season hits full swing. The Nikkei was down 0.19% at 27,379.40 by the ...
B. League: Dwight, Thirdy win as Parks’ Nagoya blasts Wright, Kyoto
Gilas pals Dwight Ramos and Thirdy Ravena both picked up wins on Wednesday as their respective teams trumped their foes in the 2022-23 B. League season. ( read original story ...)
Air Seoul to resume routes to Osaka, Fukuoka this month
Air Seoul, a Korean budget carrier, said Thursday it will resume its flights on the routes from Incheon to Osaka and Fukuoka this month as Japan has eased travel restrictions despite the COVID-19 ... ( read original story ...)
Ether soars, and crypto winter hits Google’s ad empire: CNBC Crypto World
CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and ...
Bored Ape Yacht Club tell all: The untold story of the $4 billion crypto startup
But there are no bathrooms.” Thousands of people have gathered here for the fourth and final night of Apefest, a party for members of the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) and their invited friends. He ...
Japan’s extra budget for stimulus package to exceed $198 bln -NHK
Japan's upcoming economic stimulus package is expected to include an extra budget of more than 29 trillion yen ($198 billion), far exceeding a previous estimate, national broadcaster NHK reported on ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Donnie Yen on Stepping Behind the Camera for His Martial Arts Passion Project ‘Sakra’
The action hero is producing, directing and starring in the film, an adaptation of the classic Chinese novel 'Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils': "I really think this has been one of the biggest challenges of ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Director Takahisa Zeze Talks Historical Importance of Fest Opening Movie, Freedom of Low-Budget Filmmaking
The ‘Fragments of the Last Will’ helmer discusses the backstory to the film, his origins in softcore erotica and why the Japanese cinema industry shuns political movies. ( read original story ...)
Japanese Streamer U-Next Loves Movies, Seeks Bigger Share of Growth Market
Streaming revenues in Japan are set to far outstrip the country’s combined theatrical and home video markets by 2026. And U-Next, the third-ranked streamer in the country and Japan’s biggest local ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese company gives paid vacation to attend idol concerts, e-sport tournaments, other fan events
Over the last few years, the word oshi has caught on in Japan. Originally meaning “support,” it’s now used to describe a favorite fictional character or real-world performer, such as an anime ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo: Programmer Shozo Ichiyama on Making Festival Bridge Between Japanese and Global Film Worlds
The industry veteran points to a stronger line-up of domestic films and a host of directors tackling social and political issues as the defining trends of this year’s edition. ( read original story ...)
Lack of Crypto Regulations Hampers Search for Do Kwon, Co-Founder of Terraform Labs
South Korean prosecutors confirmed that the co-founder of Terraform Labs, Do Kwon, was in an undisclosed location after exiting Singapore and transiting in Dubai. The founder's whereabouts have been ...
Cure for baldness could be on horizon as Japanese researchers generate mature hair follicles in lab
Japanese scientists have successfully grown mature hair follicles in a lab — and health experts shared thoughts on this with Fox News Digital. Existing treatments for baldness include topicals such as ... ( read original story ...)
Qatar signs contract to participate in World Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai
Qatar will participate in the World Expo 2025 in Japan as part of efforts to strengthen trade, industrial, and investment co-operation relations with the various participating countries. ( read original story ...)
IRS to Target Crypto Investors Who Fail to Report Crypto Transactions
"The IRS has strong reason to believe that many virtual currency transactions are not being properly reported." ...