WNBA and Olympic legend Sue Bird turns 43 and tennis star Naomi Osaka turns 26, among the famous birthdays for Oct. 16. ( read original story ...)
A pro-Trump PAC has received millions in crypto donations since June
The former president has positioned himself as the pro-crypto candidate this election cycle. But he hasn't always had nice things to say about crypto.
Praxis Secures $525M in Funding to Build Crypto-Powered Network City
Praxis secured $525M in funding. The project aims to merge cutting-edge technology with the revival of Western values.
Food Innovators’ IPO fully subscribed, public offer 6.3 times subscribed
In total, the private placement and public tranches have a subscription rate of 1.4 times. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Voters in Japan’s Noto hit by quake, rain call for support to rebuild
Voters in Ishikawa Prefecture, struck by a strong earthquake on the Noto Peninsula on New Year's Day, are calling for government s ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake-resistant ‘Flexible Tripile’ offshore wind foundation unveiled in Japan
Foundations with track record in Europe are frequently used in Japanese waters despite not being well-suited, claimed team behind new design ... ( read original story ...)
Sprouting hope: NGO head helping Japanese Filipino youth help themselves in both countries
Minokamo, Gifu Prefecture, is home to both many auto industry-related businesses and a large Japanese Filipino population. As more of their ･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan shares lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 1.87%
Investing.com – Japan equities were lower at the close on Wednesday, as losses in the Communication, Power and Automobiles&Parts sectors propelled shares lower. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 ...
Japan premier Ishiba vows big spending, drifts away from fiscal restraint
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's administration has pledged to draft another big spending package, shifting further away from his calls for fiscal discipline in a move that will likely lead to ...
Four cool festivals to check out in Tokyo this October 19-20 weekend
A gin festival, fireworks by the sea, a parade of massive floats and a grand tea ceremony are happening in and near Tokyo ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks snap 4-day win streak amid political uncertainty
Tokyo stocks fell sharply Wednesday to snap a four-day winning streak, as selling was fueled by concerns over political uncertainty a ( read original story ...)
EY thinks Japan’s IPO market will recover ‘in the near future’
Ringo Choi, Asia-Pacific IPO leader at the accounting company, shares his outlook for initial public offerings in the region.
Large JGB Impact Likely if Japan’s FY24 Supplementary Budget Bigger Than FY23
A large JGB impact is likely if Japan’s FY24 supplementary budget, which will be used to finance the government’s new economic stimulus measures, is bigger than FY23’s, said SMBC Nikko Securities.
2 men arrested in Osaka for alleged theft of van carrying 172 Rolexes worth $1.89M
Two men have been arrested for allegedly stealing a delivery van loaded with 172 Rolex watches worth 282.45 million yen (about $1.89 million)･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Women’s WTA Osaka, Japan Women Singles 2024 Today in the US: Schedule, Live Stream and TV for October 16
Catch all the action at the 2024 WTA Osaka, Japan Women Singles 2024 on October 16 and get women's singles schedules and live stream information. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Chiyoda Ward to fine users of heated tobacco products on streets
A Tokyo ward, home to the popular tourist spot Akihabara, will start fining smokers using heat-not-burn products, or heated tobacco products, on streets from November 1. In 2002, Chiyoda Ward enacted Japan's first ordinance prohibiting smoking on streets ... ( read original story ...)