President Donald Trump made a remarkable gaffe Wednesday when trying to name the Islamic Republic of Iran, melding the Middle East country’s name with that of another country far-divorced from the ... ( read original story ...)
Trump Mistakenly Says ‘Islamic Republic of Japan,’ Meaning Iran, Shot 111 Missiles at U.S. Aircraft Carrier
The president mixed up his nations while seemingly referring to Iran’s attempted attack on the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln in March ... ( read original story ...)
Rambling Trump claims ‘Islamic Republic of Japan’ fired 111 missiles
Rambling Trump mistakenly claims ‘Islamic Republic of Japan’ fired missiles at US aircraft carrier - ... ( read original story ...)
‘Like My Legs Were Disconnected From the Upper Half’ – Naomi Osaka Opens Up After Wimbledon Disappointment
Naomi Osaka’s breakthrough Wimbledon 2026 campaign ended with a quarterfinal loss to Karolína Muchová on Tuesday, July 7. Although her run was cut short, the former World No. ( read original story ...)
Japan considers policy wording change as BOJ independence fears roil bonds
By Tamiyuki Kihara and Leika Kihara TOKYO, July 8 (Reuters) - Japan's government is considering revising language on monetary policy in its economic blueprint, a draft obtained by Reuters showed, as ... ( read original story ...)
Japan H1 corporate bankruptcies surpass 5,000 for first time in 12 years
Corporate bankruptcies in Japan involving liabilities of at least 10 million yen (around US$61,600) climbed 7.1 per cent in the first half of 2026 from a year earlier, reaching 5,346 cases and ... ( read original story ...)
‘His brain is gone’: Trump’s Japan-Iran gaffe sparks 25th Amendment calls
While President Donald Trump is no stranger to making gaffes, his latest blunder Wednesday during a press conference in Turkey ignited an online firestorm as critics renewed calls to have the ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to Nagoya in 40 minutes? Japan’s 500 kmph Maglev project gets green light
Japan has approved its 500 kmph Maglev train project after years of delay. Here's how the Shinagawa-Nagoya route will cut travel time to just 40 minutes. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka laments sore feet and ‘getting old’ after Wimbledon quarterfinal loss
LONDON (AP) — Sure, Naomi Osaka is a four-time Grand Slam champion who also impresses with her fashionable outfits. On Tuesday, she sounded like the rest of us. The plantar fasciitis was acting up. She’s working too much. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Game Show 2026 exhibitors list announced
Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association has announced the list of exhibitors for Tokyo Game Show 2026, which will run from September 17 to 21 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. ( read original story ...)
MIMARU Launches Tokyo-Wide Visitor Support Initiative for International Travelers
New initiative allows MIMARU guests to stop by any Tokyo property for in-person assistance while exploring the city ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo looking to lift ban on bear hunting for the first time in nearly 20 years
With the move to permit culling in the capital, authorities are hoping to put pressure on the wild animal and avert human-bear conflicts. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo to Nagoya in 40 minutes: Japan approves 500 kmph high-speed Maglev train project
Japan has approved its 500 kmph Maglev train project after years of delay. Here's how the Shinagawa-Nagoya route will cut travel time to just 40 minutes. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s maglev project moving again after Shizuoka green light
Japan's long-delayed maglev rail project is back on track. After years of environmental disputes, construction can finally move forward after the governor of Shizuoka gave the green light. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo govt. plans to ease ban on bear hunting
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has revealed its intention to partially lift the ban on bear hunting in the capital, following a series of cases of injury caused by such animals. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks end lower as higher oil prices reignite inflation jitters
Tokyo stocks ended lower Wednesday, as renewed attacks between the United States and Iran pushed up crude oil prices, rekindling conc ... ( read original story ...)