The former world No. 1 won back-to-back matches for the first time since returning from maternity leave, hitting through her Croatian opponent to reach the third round. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka’s Hana Kuma & Rebel Maverick Developing Manga ‘Allure: The Evening Primrose’ As Adult Anime Series; Tennis Champ To Voice Lead
EXCLUSIVE: Naomi Osaka is getting further into anime. The tennis star's production company Hana Kuma has teamed with Rebel Maverick, run by the queer, Afro-Latinx writing and producing team, Matt ... ( read original story ...)
Temple announced a second campus in Japan. Here’s a look at its Tokyo campus through the years.
Here's a look at the history of the campus as drawn from The History of Temple University Japan, a 2023 book written by Richard Joslyn and Bruce Stronach, two former TUJ deans. ( read original story ...)
Fact Check: Decline in SIDS in Japan not linked to vaccination policy for infants
Japan recommends vaccinating infants under 2 years old, according to the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, contrary to claims on social media that these vaccinations have “ceased” and ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Tobacco sees more growth in cigarette revenues in 2024
Japan Tobacco on Tuesday forecast a 3.9 per cent rise in 2024 core revenue for its cigarette business, as higher prices and growth in income from smoking alternatives offsets further volume declines ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin falls from $50,000 following hotter-than-expected inflation data
Cryptocurrencies fell Tuesday amid a broader market sell-off following a hotter-than-expected CPI reading. Bitcoin was down 3% to $48,535.17, according to Coin Metrics. The day before, it punched ...
Crypto Has an Unrealized Opportunity in Asia
Practical retail use of crypto in developing markets is converging with institution adoption, BitGo Director Abel Seow writes.
Bullish paid close to $75 million to acquire CoinDesk. Here’s what we know about the company and its plans for crypto media
After CoinDesk's reporting spurred the collapse of FTX, the outlet's parent company, Digital Currency Group, sold the publication.
Japanese firm raises stake in Repower to 20.1%
MANILA, Philippines -A subsidiary of Japanese conglomerate Tokai Holdings Corp. will inject an additional P486.3 million capital into recently listed Repower Energy Development Corp. to fund its ...
Naomi Osaka faces brutal tennis reality after ending losing streak at Doha Open
Naomi Osaka has been struggling to find her best form since returning to the WTA Tour in January - but she managed to end a three-match losing streak in Doha. ( read original story ...)
LeBron James’ Influence on Naomi Osaka’s Million-Dollar Investment in Pickleball Explained by Tennis Icon
Naomi Osaka has been somewhat of a trailblazer amongst female athletes when it comes to investing. She is ranked among the highest-paid athletes with an estimated net worth of around $50 M in 2024. ( read original story ...)
Get Ready! TEAMZ WEB3 / AI SUMMIT 2024 in Japan is on the Horizon!
About TEAMZ WEB3 / AI SUMMIT 2024 The TEAMZ WEB3 / AI SUMMIT represents an evolution from the TEAMZ WEB3 SUMMIT 2023, previously recognized as one the most significant and influential events in ... ( read original story ...)
YoonA’s Japan Fan Meeting Tour: A Resounding Success
YOONITE in YOKOHAMA’ took place at the Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall in Yokohama, Japan. The event drew a full house, including limited-view seats, with over 5,000 fans in attendance, ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese property insurers likely to withstand losses despite Noto Peninsula Earthquake: GlobalData
Property insurers in Japan are expected to maintain profitability in 2024 despite the 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck Noto Peninsula at the start of ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin Surges To $50,000 For The First Time Since 2021 On ETF Demand
The largest digital asset was trading at around $49,800 as of 11:22 a.m. Tuesday in London, having earlier risen as high as $50,379. The token has tripled in value since the start of last year ...
Japanese stocks outshine Europe and US before key inflation data
Japanese shares touched a 34-year peak on Tuesday, while European stocks and S&P 500 futures slipped as investors waited for a U.S. inflation report that could shape Federal Reserve policy.Treasuries ...