Comic book ‘catastrophe warning’ prompts superstitious travellers to cancel Japan trips - Japan bookings have dropped 50 per cent after manga artist ‘predicted’ natural disaster, says Hong Kong travel ... ( read original story ...)
Tennis-Osaka’s French Open woes continue with another early exit
Former world number one Naomi Osaka cannot seem to catch a break at the French Open after her first-round loss to Paula Badosa on Monday, with the Japanese battling blisters, tears and mercurial form ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka tears up after first-round French Open loss to Paula Badosa
Naomi Osaka still wore the pink accessories in her hair inspired by “sakura” — cherry blossoms — and there were streaks on her cheeks where tears had rolled, when she sat down for a French Open news ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin’s new highs may have been driven by Japan bond market crisis
Bitcoin’s recent all-time high may be linked to ongoing issues in the Japanese bond market, possibly signaling BTC’s growing recognition as a hedge against instability in the traditional financial ...
Japan To Earmark $6.3B for US Tariff Relief Amid Economic Turmoil
Japan has announced a relief package of $6.3 billion to tackle the potential impacts of US tariffs, a positive sign for the crypto market.
Japan eyes overhauling treatment of goodwill to spur startup activity
TOKYO -- Japan is considering changes to accounting rules that would ease the burden associated with goodwill in acquisitions, as Tokyo aims to encourage the growth of startups.
Osaka Loses to Badosa, Updated French Open Women’s Bracket, Roland-Garros Results
Naomi Osaka's appearance at the French Open turned out to be a brief one, as she lost her opening-round match to No. 10 Paula Badosa on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Reveals She Designed Sakura-Themed Outfit for French Open at Roland-Garros
Having already ( read original story ...)
French Open 2025: Naomi Osaka eliminated in first round after strong showing vs. Paula Badosa
Naomi Osaka had a tough road in the 2025 French Open. While she performed better than expected Monday, Osaka was eliminated in the first round after losing to No. 10 Paula Badosa. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s shocking tactic at French Open after calling medical time out sparks buzz; ‘Fashion first I guess’
Naomi Osaka enjoyed the lead when she abruptly took a medical time break at the French Open. In a much awaited first-round encounter in Paris, the four-time Major champion lined up against Paula ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka adopts bizarre tactic at French Open after calling medical time out
Naomi Osaka had put herself in the lead when she suddenly called a medical time-out at the French Open. The four-time Major winner was facing 10th seed Paula Badosa in a highly anticipated first-round ... ( read original story ...)
Capcom strengthens game development muscle with new Osaka base
Capcom is planning to further strengthen its game development capabilities by building a new base next to its current headquarters in Osaka, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Proxy Metaplanet Stock Shoots 18% As Japan Debt Crisis Worsens
Metaplanet stock price has once again hit a fresh upper limit, surging 18.38% on Monday, while closing at 966 JPY on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. This comes ...
Japan allocates 900 billion yen emergency relief package to counter impact of U.S. tariffs
Japan’s government wants to deploy 900 billion yen (approximately $6.3 billion) in state funds for an emergency relief package to cushion the blow from U.S. tariffs. The initiative aims to finance a ...
Japan’s Remixpoint Announces $7M Bitcoin Purchase, Raising Total Holdings to $84M
Japanese energy company Remixpoint announced plans to purchase $7 million worth BTC, raising total holdings to $84 million.
Mike Johnson not knowing “anything” about Trump crypto dinner sparks fury
House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, sparked backlash on social media on Sunday after he said during a Sunday morning TV interview that he didn't know "anything" about a crypto dinner hosted by President Donald Trump last week.