Japan’s holdings of foreign securities dropped sharply in May, indicating that the government likely financed most of its recent record currency market intervention by selling securities including ...
3.6 Magnitude Earthquake Reported In US
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake was also reported in Japan on Sunday. The earthquake was centered in Anamizu at a depth of 4.8 kilometers (about three miles). A 6.3-magnitude earthquake was reported on the Prince Edward Island region on Friday (May 31 ... ( read original story ...)
‘Mermaid academy’ helps promote growing aquatic art form in Japan
A small business based in Nagoya, central Japan, is offering people of all ages a chance to step into colorful fish tails and learn ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Defends Its Turf in the Global Chip Wars
With subsidies and a $6 billion acquisition, Tokyo wants to make its companies indispensable in the global supply chain. ( read original story ...)
‘ShakeAlert’ earthquake early-warning system gets major upgrade
“Future major offshore earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest, which could be similar to the 2011 M 9.1 earthquake in Japan, underscore the importance of incorporating satellite data stream into the ShakeAlert System.” The system uses a network of more ... ( read original story ...)
New York sues over $1 billion crypto frauds targeting immigrants
New York Attorney General Letitia James sued two cryptocurrency companies and their promoters, saying they defrauded hundreds of thousands of victims out of more than $1 billion by preying on the religious faith of people from Haitian and other immigrant communities.
Scoop: Ex-federal agents and prosecutors ask White House to help imprisoned crypto exec
A group of over 100 former federal prosecutors and federal agents on Thursday sent a letter to Secretary of State Tony Blinken, asking that the U.S. government "step up its efforts" to secure the release of crypto executive Tigran Gambaryan from a Nigerian prison, Axios has learned.
Asia markets are set for mixed open as investors await China trade numbers and Japan pay data
Asia-Pacific stocks were set for a mixed open on Friday as investors awaited key economic data from China and Japan, with markets also assessing the European Central Bank's rate cut. China's May ...
Tokyo’s government plays matchmaker with new dating app to reverse its plunging birth rate
The birth rate in Japan is so low that its biggest city’s government is going to desperate measures to help couples find love.
Japan’s Suzuki says to consider the effectiveness of intervention
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said on Friday that he will take action against excessive currency volatility when necessary and will consider the effectiveness of intervention.
Japan’s Households Boost Outlays First Time in 14 Months
Another downside risk going forward is a fresh certification scandal involving Japan’s automakers including Toyota Motor Corp. and Mazda Motor Corp., which led them to suspend the delivery and sales ...
Tokyo DisneySea’s new Fantasy Springs area is now open. Here’s what awaits visitors
Tokyo DisneySea – the global brand’s only ocean-themed park – has just unveiled its long-awaited expansion to the public. The new themed land, called Fantasy Springs, combines the worlds of three ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open flat ahead of US jobs data
Tokyo stocks opened nearly flat Friday as investors looked to U.S. employment data for May due out later in the day for clues about t ... ( read original story ...)
Japan consumer spending rises in April for first time in 14 months
Japanese household spending rose for the first time in 14 months in April from the year earlier, data showed on Friday, although the tepid growth showed consumers remained reluctant to loosen their ... ( read original story ...)
Six Senses Just Opened a New Urban Retreat in Kyoto — Here’s What It’s Like to Stay
The slumber-supporting rooms, foliage-studded courtyards, and sanctuary spa are a masterclass in Zen.Well-known for its heritage and culture, Kyoto brims with Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, and ... ( read original story ...)
New York sues over $1 bln crypto frauds targeting immigrants
New York Attorney General Letitia James sued two cryptocurrency companies and their promoters, saying they defrauded hundreds of thousands of victims out of more than $1 billion by preying on the religious faith of people from Haitian and other immigrant communities.