"The likelihood of the 'Toyama human bones' originating from the notorious Unit 731 of the Japanese army during its invasion of China is very high. Only by clarifying the historical truth can the ... ( read original story ...)
Analyst says crypto is ‘loving’ Moody’s credit rating
"Crypto is loving the Moody’s downgrade: Bitcoin is now 4% away from a new all time high and up over +40% since its April low. As the US Dollar weakens and uncertainty rises, Bitcoin and Gold are ...
Benchmark’s Mark Palmer: Coinbase’s addition to S&P 500 is landmark for crypto
Mark Palmer, Benchmark equity research analyst, joins CNBC's 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss outlooks on Coinbase, some of the company's headwinds from regulators, and more.
Japan plans to launch pilot fusion power plant next decade
The country's Fusion Energy Innovation Strategy, which was first released in 2023, will be revised shortly. Japan aims to be the first in the world to conduct such a pilot, according to the upcoming ...
Asian markets open: Nikkei slips 0.6%, region lower; Sensex starts week marginally down
A cautious mood permeated Asian financial markets at Monday’s open, with most regional shares declining as investors grappled with a mixed bag of Chinese economic data and the persistent undercurrent ...
Connecticut mom’s remains found 2 years after she vanished in Japan
The remains of a Connecticut woman who went missing on a hike in Japan two years ago have been recovered, her family announced. Pattie Wu-Murad disappeared in April 2023 during a solo hiking trip in ... ( read original story ...)
Summer 2025: Tokyo leads but this beach in Vietnam is the real surprise
If you're planning a trip this summer, look beyond the usual suspects. Check exchange rates, scan for wellness hotspots or local festivals, and consider up-and-coming cities like Nha Trang or Gianyar ... ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet Acquires 1,004 Bitcoin, Raising Total Holdings to 7,800 BTC
Metaplanet, Japan’s leading Bitcoin treasury company, has acquired 1,004 Bitcoin for about $104.3 million at an average price of $103,873 per BTC.
CTW Cayman Seeks U.S. IPO For Expansion Plans
CTW Cayman plans a $21M U.S. IPO to fund global expansion, but faces gaming market headwinds, concentration risks, and rising costs. Read the full stock analysis here.
Nintendo to Open New Official Store in Fukuoka, Japan — but Not Everyone Is Happy With This Choice
Nintendo has announced plans to open a new official store in Fukuoka, Japan at the end of 2025. But some aren't happy with the location, namechecking the 'Nagoya Skip' trend. ( read original story ...)
Connecticut woman’s remains found 2 years after she went missing during hike in Japan
The remains of a Connecticut woman who went missing on a hike in Japan two years ago have been recovered, her family announced. Pattie Wu-Murad disappeared in April 2023 during a solo hiking trip in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Ishiba Says Won’t Fixate on US Trade Talk Time Limits
Japan won’t compromise its national interests in trade talks with the US by fixating on time limits, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said, signaling Tokyo isn’t rushing into an agreement. ( read original story ...)
Remains of CT mom who vanished in Japan are finally found after 2-year search: ‘Many questions remain unanswered’
There’ll be more people on that trail over the coming months and years, and maybe they’ll come across more evidence,” her husband Kirk Murad said. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Nikkei, Peruvian-Japanese Powerhouse Restaurant, Chooses Fulton Market For 2nd US Location
Founded in Lima, Peru and famous across South America, the restaurant will bring its distinct cuisine rooted in Japanese technique to Lake Street this winter. ( read original story ...)
Japan Faces ‘Worse Than Greece’ Economic Turmoil As Crypto Markets Crash
Japan is facing severe economic crisis, possibly driven by the recent crypto market crash. However, investors may turn to BTC and ETH boosting their prices.
How Trump’s crypto business partners left their old clients in the lurch
Toyota Industries Corp plans to accept a tender offer by Toyota Motor Corp , the automaker's Chairman Akio Toyoda and others, and is making arrangements to announce its intention as early as May, ...