Japan is a country that blends the old with the new, offering travelers a unique opportunity to experience its rich history alongside its cutting-edge modernity. ( read original story ...)
Political uncertainty may prod Bank of Japan to pause, but not end, rate hike path
The political uncertainty left by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s decision to step down will likely lead to a pause, rather than a full stop, to the Bank of..
‘The overseas experiences enabled him to run a near-perfect race’ – North Bridge upsets some bigger names in Sapporo Kinen
The Sapporo Kinen is known as a ‘super Group 2’, a prep race for big-hitters with major targets on the horizon at home and overseas. Last year’s winner of the mile-and-a-quarter contest, Prognosis, ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to present low-carbon projects for ASEAN, Indonesia
Japan is expected to present its policy recommendations as well as a list of project areas for decarbonization efforts under the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) umbrella in the upcoming ministerial meeting in Jakarta on Aug. ( read original story ...)
Japan eyes ‘game-changing’ military hardware to tackle its manpower shortage
Hypersonic missiles and AI-powered drones are just some of the technologies slated to be developed at the new research centre. ( read original story ...)
EARTHQUAKES: Seismologists grapple with timing of public alerts for potential ‘big one’ on US west coast
Japan’s recent “megaquake” warning has reignited a critical debate among U.S. seismologists about when to alert the public if the West Coast faces an elevated earthquake risk. The concern centers on the Cascadia subduction zone, a fault capable of producing a devastating magnitude-9.0 earthquake. ( read original story ...)
Video shows buildings shaking in Russian 7.0-magnitude earthquake
Russia's Shiveluch volcano has erupted following a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck off the eastern coast of the country, according to state-run media outlet TASS. "According to visual evaluations, ( read original story ...)
Politics is still driving crypto sentiment as Bitcoin hovers around $60,000
Bitcoin's recent swings underscore how political influence can disrupt market expectations and drive price volatility.
Bitcoin’s ‘Next Stop’—China Could Be About To Blow Janet Yellen’s $1 Trillion Crypto Price Bombshell Out Of The Water
U.S. Treasury secretary Janet Yellen could inject up to $1 trillion into markets before the end of 2024—something that one legendary trader thinks would kick off a bitcoin price ...
Crypto analyst doubts Bitcoin dominance is ‘going back up’ to 70% again
Crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen doubts Bitcoin dominance will hit 70% again due to the rise of Ether and other cryptocurrencies.
Japan’s Nikkei Index Up More Than 3%
Tokyo's key Nikkei index gained more than three percent on Friday on the back of strong US economic data and a weaker yen against the dollar.
Evacuation ordered, power out, flights and trains canceled as typhoon approaches Japan
Thousands in northern Japan are ordered to evacuate because of risks of flooding and mudslides from Typhoon Ampil approaching in the Pacific Ocean. ( read original story ...)
Are institutional backers changing bitcoin’s role in the global economy?
Bitcoin's role as an alternative asset class looks different as investors seek stability during global economic uncertainty.
ZachXBT Uncovers 21 North Korean Devs Making $500,000 Monthly in Crypto Sector
Moreover, these findings directly connected the payments to IT workers in North Korean and a man named Sim Hyon Sop.
Mother urges reunion with North Korea-abducted daughter in Tokyo digital signage
The mother of Megumi Yokota, a symbol of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea decades ago, has expressed her hope of reuniting ( read original story ...)
Three Stays, One Unforgettable Experience: How A Japanese Hotel Chain Redefined Luxury For Me
A journey through Japan's top hotels redefined this editor's understanding of luxury and hospitality in every way. ( read original story ...)