Footage from Japan and the Kuril Islands, following the 8.7-magnitude earthquake that struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula on July 29th. ( read original story ...)
Sevastova topples Pegula as Osaka advances to fourth round in Montreal
Osaka is one match away from her first quarterfinal run at either a Grand Slam or WTA 1000 event since she returned from maternity leave at the start of 2024. ( read original story ...)
Attacks in China and Japan raise concerns about xenophobia in both countries
A Japanese woman living in China was attacked and injured by a man in a Suzhou subway station, Japanese media outlets said, hours after two Chinese men were seriously injured in violence in Tokyo. The ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese airport beats Singapore Changi to rank among world’s top 20 for passenger experience
Nagoya Chubu Airport in Japan has surpassed Singapore Changi to appear in a list of world's 20 best airports in terms of passenger satisfaction, as compiled by AirHelp, a global leader in flight ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Electron Shares Plunge 18% After Surprise Outlook Cut
Tokyo Electron Ltd. slashed its full-year earnings outlook below estimates due to weak investment appetite by some advanced logic manufacturers and a lull in chip gear spending in China. ( read original story ...)
Over 80% of lodging operators in Osaka struggle with abandoned suitcases: survey
Over 80% of accommodation providers in Osaka Prefecture are struggling to deal with suitcases abandoned by their guests, according to a surve ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin, ether fall as President Trump modifies tariffs and jobs data disappoints: CNBC Crypto World
On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, major cryptocurrencies slide after President Trump unveiled his modified “reciprocal” tariffs on dozens of countries. Plus, Coinbase launches newly imagined ...
Powerful Earthquake Prompts Evacuations in Hawaii and Japan
A significant earthquake struck early Wednesday, prompting officials in both Hawaii and Japan to issue evacuation orders as a precautionary measure. The seismic event, which occurred in the Pacific region, ( read original story ...)
‘Illegally’ procured tuna easily enter Japan from Mediterranean
TOKYO -- Japan, the largest consumer of tuna in the world, is importing the fish through channels that circumvent strict international regulations, Nikkei has found.
Bain, KKR prepare to bid $2.7B on Japan-based Sapporo’s real estate arm
Bain Capital and KKR are among three groups preparing bids for Sapporo Holdings' real estate business, valued at approximately $2.7 billion. Sapporo is selling its real estate hol ... ( read original story ...)
Audley Travel Adds New Offerings in Sought-After Destinations
Audley Travel, which specializes in customized FIT vacations tailored to travelers' specific interests and budgets, added new programs in India, Tanzania, Japan, southwest France and the UK to its ... ( read original story ...)
Luxury op expands three country programmes with new destinations
Stay connected with TTG Media's Noticeboard – your go-to space for industry updates, announcements, and community news from the world of travel and tourism. ( read original story ...)
Japanese man exonerated over 1986 murder of teenager
A Japanese man has officially been acquitted of killing a teenage girl nearly 40 years ago after prosecutors decided against appealing a not-guilty ruling in a retrial. ( read original story ...)
Jessica Pegula stunned in 3 sets in Montreal; Osaka advances
Jessica Pegula, the two-time defending champion at the National Bank Open, was upset 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 by Anastasija Sevastova, while Naomi Osaka cruised into the fourth round. ( read original story ...)
Defending champ Pegula ousted from National Bank Open, Osaka moves into 4th round
Two-time reigning champion Jessica Pegula of the United States is out in the third round after falling to Latvia's Anastasija Sevastova 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 in a major upset Friday afternoon at the WTA 1000 ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka beats Ostapenko as Pegula’s title defence ends
Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka has reached the fourth round of the Canadian Open following a dominant win over 22nd-seed Jelena Ostapenko. ( read original story ...)