Stephen Mokoka became only the third South African to break the two-hour, seven-minute barrier in the marathon as he finished fifth in Osaka in 2hr 06min 42min. ( read original story ...)
Asian markets mixed, Tokyo boosted by BoJ nominee
Asian markets were mixed Friday, with traders still occupied by long-running interest rate worries, though Tokyo rallied after the man tipped as Japan's next central bank head made the case for ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s military ignored her sexual assault claims, so she went public
Rina Gonoi was sexually assaulted in the Japanese military, but the system didn't listen to her complaints. So she went public and got results — and trolling. ( read original story ...)
Unexpected Wonders of Japan’s Fairytale Village: How were Foreign Visitors Surprised By Shirakawa-go?
Gifu’s Shirakawa-go is loved by all! The town’s homes, known for their unique triangular thatched roofs, are one of Japan’s most famous World Heritage Sites. In this article, we’ll be looking at what ... ( read original story ...)
With backing from business lobby, Japan PM calls for workers’ pay hikes
Japan must spread the momentum of wage growth across the country to conquer rising inflation as annual labour negotiations wrap up next month, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Sunday, with backing ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo subways to step up anti-flood measures
Officials of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government are planning to install shutters and gates at subway station entrances to keep flood water from flowing into tunnels. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Exchanges Still Allow Sanctioned Russian Banks to Use Their Platform, Report Says
Major crypto exchanges allowed Russian banks on the U.S. sanctions list to operate on their platforms, the blockchain intelligence firm Inca Digital said in a new report. The Seychelles-based Huobi ...
Personal Finance
Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC delivered to your inbox Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and ...
Indian PM calls for World Bank reforms at G20 finance meeting
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi added his voice on Friday to calls for reforms of global lenders such as the World Bank, as G20 finance ministers and central bank heads met.
Study reveals ‘simple way’ to reduce harmful effects of screen time on infants
Tablets, phones, computers and television have led to parental concerns about the impact screen time has on children’s development. Recent research suggests a higher amount of screen time at age two ...
New Tokyo tourist spot themed on comedy manga ‘Kochi Kame’ to feature comic strip exterior
A new tourist facility in Tokyo's Katsushika Ward is in the works, featuring a colorful comic strip exterior design, as well as a first floor ... ( read original story ...)
Why does every movie dystopia look like downtown Tokyo?
Whether it’s Blade Runner, an episode of Love, Death & Robots, Brazil or Total Recall, the future is often clothed in the aesthetic of downtown Tokyo, especially if it’s bleak ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Panthalassa wins $20M Saudi Cup; Baffert 2nd again
Panthalassa led all the way to win the $20 million Saudi Cup by three-quarters of a length on Saturday night, relegating trainer Bob Baffert’s horse, Country Grammer, to second place for the second ... ( read original story ...)
Kiplangat wants déjà vu in Osaka
By virtue of his name, Victor Kiplangat is already a winner. And since his debut over the 42km distance, he has tried to match his name. Kiplangat announced himself to the nation proper after ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Opens Up About Pregnancy Journey So Far: ‘Winging It’
Naomi Osaka is getting her house in order as she anticipates the arrival of her unborn child! The soon-to-be mom, during a close-up chat, gave intimate details about her pregnancy journey and how ... ( read original story ...)
Chobani CEO says pulling IPO was one of the best decisions company has made
CHOBANI CONFIDENTIALLY FILES FOR US IPO; VALUATION MAY EXCEED $10B "We have this comfort that we don't have to do anything," he said. Although the chief executive still considers the company a ...