TOKYO - Even small delays in Japan's much-vaunted bullet trains are rare, and more unusual still are snakes on board holding up the speedy "shinkansen" services. On Tuesday evening, a passenger ... ( read original story ...)
‘Snake on a train delays Japanese bullet service’
TOKYO: Even small delays in Japan's much-vaunted bullet trains are rare, and more unusual still are snakes on board holding up the speedy 'shinkansen' services. ( read original story ...)
South Korea cautiously optimistic about US-Japan military upgrades
WASHINGTON - South Korea is cautiously optimistic about alliance upgrades that the US and Japan have planned to bolster security in East Asia and the ... ( read original story ...)
Want to showcase your game? Tokyo Game Show opens the door for 80 indie devs
MICROTEL, PASAY - THE GAMING WORLD was at the edge of their seats as the highly anticipated Tokyo Game Show Event Briefing took center stage on April 10, 2024. Gathering enthusiasts, industry insiders ... ( read original story ...)
Japan business leader: Yen’s weakness needs adjustment
Japan's currency has weakened to levels not seen in more than 30 years, which is becoming an increasing concern for business leaders. The head of the Japan Association of Corporate Executives says the weaker purchasing power of the yen causes prices to ... ( read original story ...)
Snake On A Japan Bullet Train Causes Rare 17-Minute Delay
Even small delays in Japan's much-vaunted bullet trains are rare, and more unusual still are snakes on board holding up the speedy "shinkansen" services. ( read original story ...)
Slam legend identifies why Naomi Osaka could have Andre Agassi-like resurgence
A ustralian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge says Naomi Osaka accepting to compete in a WTA 250 tournament is proof that she is indeed very serious about everything she has been saying over the last few ... ( read original story ...)
Seoul, Tokyo vow ‘appropriate action’ on weak yen and won
South Korea and Japan shared "serious concerns" on the recent weakness of their currencies against the dollar and agreed to take "appropriate actions" to counter extreme volatility, the finance ministry in Seoul said Wednesday. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks lower in morning on prolonged high US rates concerns
Tokyo stocks were lower Wednesday morning, as selling on concern over the impact of prolonged elevated U.S. interest rates on the wor ( read original story ...)
Japan to allow divorced parents to share custody of children
Change to civil code will bring Japan into line with other G7 countries, amid concerns existing law inflicts psychological harm on children ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei slips in choppy session as caution prevails
Japan's Nikkei share average was on track for a third consecutive day of losses on Wednesday, as tensions in the Middle East continued to weigh on sentiment and investors took profit before Japan's ...
Weak yen lifts Japan’s exports but higher import bills hurt business mood
Japan's exports grew for the fourth straight month in March driven by U.S.-bound car shipments, although business confidence at big firms soured amid a slump in the yen and signalled that a ...
Three new ports to join MPA’s annual maritime cybersecurity exercise
Three new ports are joining this year's maritime cybersecurity exercise led by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. The exercise simulates cyberattacks on multiple ports across regions. The ... ( read original story ...)
This Altcoin Group Will Run First After Market Wipeout As Capital Takes Flight to Quality, Says Crypto Strategist
A closely followed crypto analyst thinks market participants will seek shelter in a group of altcoins following last week's marketwide dip.
Asia markets look to rebound after Tuesday’s broad sell-off; Japan and Singapore data expected
Japan and Singapore will release trade numbers for March, while the Reuters Tankan index showed that business optimism weakened among large Japanese firms.
Japan exports rise 7.3% year/year in March
Japan's exports grew 7.3% year-on-year in March, up for the fourth straight month, Ministry of Finance data showed on Wednesday. The reading compared with a 7.0% increase seen in a Reuters poll of ...