A three-stage interest rate cut over the next year promises significant drops in costs for credit cards, mortgages and auto loans.
Queens man says parents lost more than $1 million in crypto scam
They're now in danger of losing their Connecticut home, and Tim McNicholas and the CBS New York Investigative Team are finding evidence of a wider fraud ring.
Naomi Osaka says motherhood birthed a new confidence she’s bringing back to tennis
In her first interview since giving birth, Naomi Osaka opens up about motherhood and her return to tennis. Following a […] The post Naomi Osaka says motherhood birthed a new confidence she’s bringing ... ( read original story ...)
Japan escalates pressure on Russia with stringent sanctions, targets 60 international companies
Japan announced an extension of sanctions in response to Russia’s conflict with Ukraine on Dec. 15, adding several companies and other organizations from Russia and other countries to the list, news agency France 24 reported. ( read original story ...)
Meta forced to apologise to Qatari billionaire over crypto scams
US tech giant promises Janet Jackson’s former husband extra protection after false ads used his image on Facebook ...
Google Crypto Update Opens Door for BlackRock ETF, Bitcoin Price Momentum
A change to Google's ad policy seems to anticipate approval of a spot bitcoin ETF from BlackRock, a major catalyst for adoption.
OpenAI CEO promotes crypto project Worldcoin after fundraising report
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has doubled down on his vision for cryptocurrency project Worldcoin, following reports the company was seeking $50 million in funding.
One of the hardest foods to get at Tokyo DisneySea is now available at Disneyland
The gyoza sausage bun is making its West Coast debut in San Fransokyo, the fantasy hybrid of San Francisco and Tokyo from “Big Hero 6.” ( read original story ...)
Marcos leaves for Tokyo to attend ASEAN-Japan commemorative summit
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. left for Tokyo on Friday with members of his economic team to attend the commemorative summit on the 50th year of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-Japan cooperation. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s unrealised ESG potential
For today, I have a report on the ESG potential that has yet to be realised in Japan’s stock market. As part of its effort to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, Japan’s government is providing green ... ( read original story ...)
Former Tokyo Olympics official pleads not guilty to taking bribes
Haruyuki Takahashi, a former member of the Tokyo Olympic organizing committee, appeared in district court on Thursday and pleaded not guilty to taking bribes tied to the Games. Takahashi was arrested ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nikkei gains on softer yen to snap two-week losing streak
The yen has strengthened about 5% in three weeks, driven by bets that the Bank of Japan is nearing an exit from negative interest rates, while expectations for the Federal Reserve point to a potential ...
Japan’s Sapporo set to scrap bid to host Winter Olympics over cost, scandal concerns: ‘enough is enough’
While some Japanese lament the loss of potential ‘benefit’ of hosting the Winter Games, others are breathing a sigh of relief as it’s ‘just not worth it’. ( read original story ...)
New Connection: Turkish Airlines Is Now Flying To Osaka Four Times A Week
Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Osaka after a nearly seven-year hiatus, offering four weekly flights from Istanbul. The airline may increase the frequency of flights if the route performs well, showcasing their dedication to connecting people and cultures. ( read original story ...)
8 Months After Elite Athlete’s Tragic Death, Naomi Osaka Makes Harrowing Revelation About a Complication That Affects 20 Million Pregnant Women Annually
American athlete, Tori Bowie‘s death due to pregnancy complications shook the entire world. More and more women opened up about their troubles during such a phase, due to which the awareness spread. Bowie was eight months pregnant and her shocking death was a dark day in the history of the sporting world. ( read original ...
Expo Osaka 2025: Italy takes possession of land for pavilion
Italy on Wednesday, December 13, signed to take possession of the land for the Italy Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 in line with the established schedule. As a result, on December 19 Italy will be the first participant nation to start construction. ( read original story ...)