Femke Bol successfully defended her world 400m hurdles title at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25, clocking a world-leading 51.54. ( read original story ...)
Benjamin bags world 400m hurdles title in Tokyo to go with Olympic crown
USA's Rai Benjamin added world gold to his Olympic crown, winning the 400m hurdles in 46.52 at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25 on Friday (19). He managed to maintain his momentum, despite ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo 2025: Goule fails to advance to women’s 800m final
Jamaica’s national record holder Natoya Goule-Toppin came up short in her quest for a spot in the final of the women’s 800m at the World Athletics Championships after she placed fifth with 1:59:58 in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Inflection Point
Japan’s equity markets have surged to global leadership in 2025, with small caps dominating across many time frames, signaling a structural shift rather than a cyclical rebound. ( read original story ...)
Kevin Durant bought bitcoin in 2016 but lost access to his crypto wallet for years. He’s finally back in.
NBA star Kevin Durant invested in bitcoin nearly a decade ago, but has been locked out of his Coinbase wallet for years — until now.
An AP photo gallery from the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo
Amid the power and speed of the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, it's the details that tell another story. Tattoos, colorful nails, bold jewelry, and unique hairstyles showcase individuality ... ( read original story ...)
Jefferies Deepens Ties With Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui
Wall Street’s Jefferies Financial Group and Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group are bolstering their ties in a push to court more companies and private-equity firms globally with their services on mergers and acquisitions, borrowing and investing money, and other work. ( read original story ...)
Avatar robot tour guides in Tokyo offer way for those with disabilities to work
OriHime, a robot remotely controlled by people with disabilities, is offering tours in Tokyo’s Nihonbashi district. ( read original story ...)
Top reasons why the Nikkei 225 Index has soared to a record high
The Nikkei 225 Index continued its strong surge, reaching its all-time high after Japan’s inflation softened and as the Bank of Japan left interest rates unchanged. It jumped to a record high of ¥45,652, up sharply from the year-to-date low of ¥30,745.
Local shrine in Osaka to host free street art festival this month
The Enoen Festival runs from 11am to 8pm on Saturday, September 27. Admission is free. For details, visit the festival website. 5 things I learned about Japanese food at the Luxury Dining Series in ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka World Expo visitors surpass 20 million
The organizer of the 2025 World Expo in Osaka says the number of general visitors has surpassed 20 million. The Expo opened in April and runs until October 13. A total of 158 countries and regions are ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s central bank holds steady on key interest rate
Japan’s central bank has kept its key interest rate unchanged at 0.5%, in a decision that was widely expected, given recent inflation trends that have stayed above target ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan holds key rate steady at 0.5%, as expected
The Bank of Japan kept its key policy rate unchanged at 0.5% on Friday amid uncertainty related to tariffs and domestic politics. Its decision, issued following a two-day meeting of its policy board, ... ( read original story ...)
Bank of Japan live: Investors await BOJ view on interest rate hike, tariff risks
The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates steady on Friday, as policymakers seek more clarity on whether the economy can withstand U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and growing signs of ...
Japan Housing Finance Sells RMBS at Widest Spread Since 2023
Japan Housing Finance Agency sold ¥50.2 billion ($340 million) of residential mortgage-backed securities at the widest spread in more than two years, according to lead manager Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
Japan Two-Year Government Bond Yield Rises to Highest Since 2008
Japan’s two-year government bonds fell, pushing yields to the highest level since 2008, tracking moves in the US ahead of the Bank of Japan’s policy decision. ( read original story ...)