First, Japanese officials claimed the yen falling to 150 to the dollar wouldn’t happen. Then it was the 160 level. Now, traders are buzzing about 170.
Wimbledon 2024: Gauff-Osaka, Sinner-Shelton among potential must-watch tennis matchups
Potential paths for meetings between Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka and Jannik Sinner and Ben Shelton were revealed through Friday's draw for Wimbledon 2024. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka: Wimbledon Betting Odds and Preview
Naomi Osaka starts play in the round of 128 of Wimbledon versus Diane Parry, after being eliminated in the round of 32 in her most recent tournament (Bett1open). At AELTC Wimbledon Qualifying and ... ( read original story ...)
After Tokyo setback and knee surgery, Nyjah Huston is growing up as he skates toward Paris Olympics
Nyjah Huston is partying less and stretching more these days. He's also being more careful about his skating as he prepares for the opportunity to overcome his Olympic disappointment three years ago. ( read original story ...)
Japan Anger at Okinawa Sex Assault Cases Involving U.S. Military
Japan has lodged a formal protest with the United States Embassy in Tokyo over two recently disclosed sexual assault cases involving American service members on Okinawa. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Kobayashi Pharmaceutical now probing 80 deaths over possible link to benikoji red yeast supplement
Japan's Kobayashi Pharmaceutical says its looking at possible links between 80 deaths and its benikoji red yeast supplements. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Olympic teams have a plan to stop voyeuristic creeps
Japan's Olympic athletes will wear new uniforms that block infrared cameras, preventing voyeurs from taking and distributing suggestive photos. ( read original story ...)
Kerosene Delivery Service in Snowy Sapporo
Kerosene home delivery is a key lifeline for residents of Sapporo, Hokkaido Prefecture. For three days in midwinter, we followed trucks delivering this heating oil and spoke to people who rely on this ... ( read original story ...)
A ‘Good’ Billionaire Bought Anchor Brewing. What Happens to Its Union?
Union members want to get back to work at the storied San Francisco brewery, but they have yet to hear from the brewery’s new owner ... ( read original story ...)
Yokohama tyres coming factory-equipped on new Honda FREED
The Yokohama Rubber Co. Ltd. is supplying BluEarth-FE AE30 tyres as original equipment (OE) to Honda Motor Co. Ltd. for use on the company’s new FREED compact minivan, which will be launched in Japan ... ( read original story ...)
Deaths Linked to Japanese Supplement Suddenly Rise to 80
The case, involving a supplement intended to reduce cholesterol, has put attention on how companies are allowed to self-report claims about their products. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s famed fish market to be replaced by waterfront stadium and skyscrapers
The iconic site of Tokyo's former Tsukiji fish market ... A promotional computer graphic video released by property giant Mitsui Fudosan showcases futuristic air taxis soaring over the Sumida river, ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin poised for growth as Japanese Yen hits record low
The weakening Yen may boost Bitcoin amid liquidity injections and currency devaluations. Despite bearish signals, Bitcoin edged up to $62K, with eyes on $64K resistance. A month ago, Arthur Hayes, ...
Elon Musk AI-generated deepfakes fuel rise in crypto scams
The deepfake, generated by artificial intelligence (AI), is only the latest example of how AI is fueling a rise in crypto scams, making it even easier for crypto criminals to seize the nascent technology to swindle unsuspecting users of their money.
Inside a Violent Gang’s Ruthless Crypto-Stealing Home Invasion Spree
More than a dozen men threatened, assaulted, tortured, or kidnapped 11 victims in likely the worst-ever crypto-focused serial extortion case of its kind in the US.
Inside a Violent Gang’s Ruthless Crypto-Stealing Home Invasion Spree
More than a dozen men threatened, assaulted, tortured, or kidnapped 11 victims in likely the worst-ever crypto-focused serial extortion case of its kind in the US.