Christmas came early for the daughters of two former Australian Open champions this week. Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka's baby daughters both received a special gift from their mothers' sponsor ... ( read original story ...)
Japan approves massive military spending growth, lifts ban on lethal weapons exports
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet approved this week a significant increase to its military spending and an end to its ban on exporting lethal weapons. ( read original story ...)
Japan will send Patriot missiles to the U.S.: Tokyo relaxes post-Second World War export ban on deadly weapons in defense systems deal that could help Ukraine in its war with Russia
The White House welcomed the decision that could help boost the missile stockpile Ukraine needs to defend itself from a Russian onslaught this winter. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Headlines Of The Week: Bitcoin, Shiba Inu, Bonk, & Terra Classic Fuels Optimism
Bitcoin, Shiba Inu, Bonk, & Terra-backed cryptos amassed significant attention among crypto market fanatics this week. Know all here
Nexo’s Money Laundering Investigation in Bulgaria Closed Due to Lack of Evidence: Report
The Bulgarian Prosecutor's Office has closed its investigation into crypto lender Nexo for alleged money laundering offenses because there was no
Bulgaria Clears Crypto Lender Nexo of Criminal Allegations After Extensive Investigation
The Prosecutor’s Office of the Republic of Bulgaria recently concluded a significant investigation into Nexo, a prominent cryptocurrency lending firm. The investigation, which scrutinized the company’s operations from 2018 to January 2023,
Padres and Japanese reliever Matsui agree to $28 million, 5-year contract
Matsui had a 2.40 ERA and 236 saves in 10 Nippon Professional Baseball seasons, becoming the youngest pitcher in NPB to earn 200 saves. ( read original story ...)
Japan to spend ¥164.7 bil on 2025 Osaka expo amid public skepticism
The Japanese government is estimated to spend a higher-than-expected 164.7 billion yen on the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, amid public concern about inflated costs for the global event. In addition ... ( read original story ...)
Only Tokyo is expected to see population growth in Japan
Tokyo is the only prefecture whose population is projected to grow from 2020, increasing 2.5% to 14.40 million. Those age 14 and under are expected to fall 30.8% nationwide, while 25 prefectures are ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to spend $1.16 billion on 2025 Expo amid public skepticism
The Japanese government is estimated to spend a higher-than-expected 164.7 billion yen ($1.16 billion) on the 2025 World Exposition i ... ( read original story ...)
Ken Chan to Jillian Ward: ‘Kapag ikaw ang kausap ko tawa lang ako ng tawa’
Ken Chan is surely fond of Jillian Ward! On Instagram on Saturday, the Kapuso actor shared some photos with Jillian at the Nagoya Castle in Japan. In the photos, the “Abot Kamay Na Pangarap” stars ... ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan: Western-style residence blends in with trees at Kitakyushu park
A coal tycoon's Western-style mansion partially made of timber looks as if it is blending in with the trees at a park in this southweste･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Sightseeing train with ‘kotatsu’ heated tables delights passengers in northeastern Japan
A train equipped with "kotatsu" heated tables has begun operating this season on a rail line running along the coast of the northeastern Ja･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Gemini COO: ETFs to Bring ‘Crypto Summer,’ $10 Billion into Bitcoin
Marshall Beard, COO of major crypto exchange Gemini, outlined the numerous factors poised to drive the digital asset class to new heights.
AI-assisted piano allows disabled musicians in Tokyo to perform Christmas show
To assist players, the' Anybody's Piano' augments a performance by adding whatever keys are needed but not pressed ... ( read original story ...)
A massive opportunity still up for grabs in Tokyo’s real estate sector
This guest post is authored by Mark Bivens. Mark is a Silicon Valley native and former entrepreneur, having started three companies before “turning to the dark side of VC.” He is a venture ...