Police in Sapporo have arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of assaulting his 62-year-old father by throwing a TV remote control at his head, causing a laceration. According to police, the incident ... ( read original story ...)
How Black paratroopers saved the US from Japan’s WWII firebombs
Sgt. Joe Harris was one of an elite group of Black paratroopers during World War II. He is being laid to rest today. He was 108. ( read original story ...)
Osaka: Japan’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge opens; structure spans 420m over lake
IBARAKI, Osaka (Japan): The country’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge has opened in Ibaraki, Osaka Prefecture. The 420-meter-long bridge was built across a lake created by a dam and is surrounded ... ( read original story ...)
Cherry trees at Japan Mint in Osaka now open, but book quickly
OSAKA--The grounds of the Japan Mint in Osaka’s Kita Ward opened to the public on April 5 in an annual event to show off the hundreds of flowering cherry blossom trees. ( read original story ...)
I found an oasis of silence in one of Japan’s busiest cities
It may be located in the heart of one of Japan’s busiest cities, but this newly opened skyscraper hotel is an oasis of calm in magnificent chaos, with no sense of the overtourism the country is ... ( read original story ...)
Univ. of Tokyo to open new department in 2027, classes all in English
The University of Tokyo said Friday that it will open its first new undergraduate department in about 70 years in September 2027, wit ... ( read original story ...)
‘Something that looks more like Bloomberg:’ Blockworks founder on data, DAS, and the next crypto wave
Bloomberg is well known for products like the Bloomberg Terminal, which is used by hundreds of thousands of individuals and businesses for unparalleled insight into stocks, bonds, and other financial ...
Asia’s first Time Out Market opens in Osaka – here’s what to expect
Osaka has always been one of Hongkongers' favourite getaways. From stunning historic temples to family attractions, not to mention its incredible food scene, there's so much to do that one weekend ...
Blue Impulse jets to fly over iconic Tower of the Sun, Osaka Castle on Expo opening day
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force (ASDF)'s Blue Impulse aerobatics team will fly above several landmarks in Osaka Prefecture before showcasing･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Ukraine reveals details about pavilion at Osaka Expo
Ukrainian government officials have revealed details about their pavilion at the upcoming World Expo in Osaka. They plan to display objects that symbolize life under Russia's invasion. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo cosmetics retail worker’s suicide recognized as caused by boss’ power harassment
TOKYO -- The suicide of a cosmetics retail employee, then 25, was recognized by the Mita Labor Standards Inspection Office as work-related and due to the company president's power harassment, the ... ( read original story ...)
Largest-ever crypto survey reveals shocking number of American holders
Ripple counsel Stuart Alderoty finds that 1 in 5 U.S. adults now use crypto, with growing trust, diverse adoption, and strong support for balanced regulation.
Hilbert Group CEO says ‘de-dollarization’ is crypto’s opportunity amid Trump’s tariff shock
Hilbert Group CEO Barnali Biswal says global de-dollarization and macro uncertainty could be setting the stage for crypto’s breakout moment.
Bitcoin rises after Trump tariffs lead to worst stock-market rout in 5 years. Will the crypto end up a safe haven?
Bitcoin rose on Friday as U.S. stocks recorded the biggest two-day wipeout in history, showing signs of a potential divergence between the crypto asset and stocks, which have often moved in tandem.
‘Want to play with the big dogs so bad’, Naomi Osaka after hard fought 1st Rd win in Miami
Want to play with the big dogs so bad', Naomi Osaka after hard fought 1st Rd win ... Newsmax Stock Skyrockets Over 700% Following IPO—Causing Multiple Trading Halts ...
Moritomo papers disclosed to widow of former Finance Ministry official
Japan's Finance Ministry has disclosed documents related to a scandal over the sale of state-owned land to school operator Moritomo Gakuen. The widow of an employee of the ministry's regional bureau ...