A deadly infection is spreading in Japan at a startling rate, with experts unable to work out why. Streptococcal A, commonly known as Strep A, is known for causing strep throat in children. But a more ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama tyres OE on two Ariel models
Ariel Motor Company, has selected Yokohama tyres as original equipment (OE) for two of its vehicles – the Ariel Atom and the Ariel Nomad. Effective immediately, the Atom will be available to customers ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s space agency says it hopes to forge a profitable launch business with its new H3 rocket
Japan’s space agency and its prime contractor say they hope to be able to forge a profitable launch business with their new H3 rocket after its first successful flight last month in an increasingly ... ( read original story ...)
Medical Care Shortfalls for US Personnel in Japan Trigger Push from Lawmakers for Improvements
A bipartisan group of senators and a representative said that issues with access to care continue despite efforts to improve staffing. ( read original story ...)
In Japan, Ohtani’s ‘perfect person’ image could take a hit with firing of interpreter over gambling
Shohei Ohtani is referred to in Japan as “kanpeki no hito” — the perfect person — because of his manners and impeccable behavior. That image may have taken a hit when the Dodgers fired his good friend ... ( read original story ...)
Japan quick strike beats North Korea; South Korea held by Thailand in Asia qualifying
Japan has scored after just 90 seconds and held out North Korea to win 1-0 in Asian qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. ( read original story ...)
Airbus wins most of Japan JAL’s order for 42 new planes
Japan Airlines will buy 42 planes from Airbus and Boeing , it said on Thursday, in a breakthrough for European planemaker Airbus, which will provide single-aisle jets to the long-time Boeing customer ... ( read original story ...)
End of negative interest rates in Japan raises threat of yen volatility
International investors and foreign governments have used the currency as a reliable vehicle for low-cost borrowing ... ( read original story ...)
City Hall Insider: City manager search, Tokyo Electron campus acquisition & I-35 caps
The candidates meet with city staff on Monday and have a public town hall that evening. They will be interviewed by the City Council in executive session on Tuesday. The plan is to have a selection ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Niigata governor says more talks needed on nuclear plant restart
The governor of Japan's Niigata prefecture, Hideyo Hanazumi, said on Thursday more talks were needed over the possible restart of the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, suggesting operations may ... ( read original story ...)
Nine dead after South Korean-flagged vessel capsized off Japan, S.Korea says
At least nine people were killed when a South Korean-flagged vessel capsized off Japan, South Korea's foreign ministry said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
American troops team up with local church to feed homeless people in Tokyo
Approximately 180 people recently turned up at Ueno Park for a free meal courtesy of a homeless outreach project organized by the Yokota Air Base chapel and a local church. ( read original story ...)
Japan shares scale record high, yen rebounds as Fed out-doves BOJ
Japan's Nikkei share average hit a record high on Thursday and the yen rebounded from a four-month low, after the U.S. Federal Reserve stuck to its easing path despite recent heated inflation readings ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Isuzu Motors to produce EV pickup trucks in Thailand
Japanese automaker Isuzu Motors plans to use Thailand as a production base for an electric version of its D-MAX pickup truck, with a plan to start exports next year, a Thai government spokesperson ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka, playing “the most free” since returning to tour, charges into Miami second round
With her mom and sister watching, Osaka made a winning return to Hard Rock Stadium for the first time since her run to the 2022 final. ( read original story ...)
Open-source AI models released by Tokyo lab Sakana founded by former Google researchers
Sakana AI, a Tokyo-based artificial intelligence startup founded by two prominent former Google researchers, released AI models on Wednesday it said were built using a novel method inspired by ... ( read original story ...)