Maersk announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the authorities of Yokohama, Japan, and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical to establish a green methanol bunkering infrastructure in ... ( read original story ...)
Gaia Series 23 : Japan’s Real Estate Is Changing Drastically
Foreign investment in Japan's property market, with a focus on Chinese investors; and the acquisition of a large tourist farm in Hokkaido by a local real estate company are this week's highlights. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Is Growing More Quickly Than the Early Internet
As the digital world continues to evolve, a recent discussion led by Roundtable anchor Rob Nelson delved into a compelling comparison: the explosive growth of cryptocurrency versus the internet's expansion in its early days.
Naomi Osaka more ‘open-minded, patient and confident’ since becoming a mother
Naomi Osaka is set to make her return to tennis in Brisbane next week after giving birth to her daughter in July. ( read original story ...)
Osaka hoping to inspire daughter ahead of Australian Open
Naomi Osaka speaks about her return to tennis six months after giving birth to her daughter. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ispace shows off a tiny moon lander for its 2nd moon mission in 2024
A Japanese private spaceflight company showed off its moon lander under construction for a new moon landing mission in 2024. A new video by ispace showed off the Mission 2 lander that will host a ... ( read original story ...)
Mega-cartoon: How crypto miners raised Texans’ electric bill (Opinion)
A cartoon by Nick Anderson, in partnership with Reform Austin and The Houston Chronicle, about how cryptocurrency is affecting Texas.
Shen Yun Begins 2024 Season in Nagoya, Japan: “A Touching and Unforgettable Experience”
Two months prior to Shen Yun’s performances in North Carolina in January 2024, Mark Robinson, Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina and President of the Senate, issued a Proclamation proclaiming ... ( read original story ...)
Sources: Tokyo prosecutors question ex-industry minister on voluntary basis
Tokyo prosecutors have reportedly questioned former industry minister Nishimura Yasutoshi on a voluntary basis in connection with a money scandal embroiling factions of the main ruling Liberal ... ( read original story ...)
Bea Alonzo explores snowy Niseko
Bea Alonzo is having a great time in the snowy town of Niseko in Japan. ( read original story ...)
Bedbug consultations surge in Tokyo, Osaka as infestations spread
According to Tokyo’s pest control association, the capital received 306 bedbug-related enquiries as of November. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo prosecutors question ex-industry minister on voluntary basis, sources say
Tokyo prosecutors have reportedly questioned former industry minister Nishimura Yasutoshi on a voluntary basis in connection with a money scandal embroiling factions of the main ruling Liberal ... ( read original story ...)
Bedbug consultations surge in Tokyo, Osaka as pests see resurgence
Bedbug-related consultations in the major Japanese metropolitan areas of Tokyo and Osaka have surged this year to hit their highest n ... ( read original story ...)
Lofty views, modern vibes: A review of Conrad Osaka
IHG 's Voco Osaka opened in July 2023, and 2024 will see a number of highly anticipated openings, including a swanky 175-key Four Seasons; a hipster-oriented Caption by Hyatt Namba outpost; and a ... ( read original story ...)
Fallen crypto king Sam Bankman-Fried will not face a second trial, lawyers say
US prosecuters submitted a letter to a New York federal court Friday that it doesn’t plan to proceed with a second trial against disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
Sam Bankman-Fried will not face second trial after multibillion-dollar crypto fraud conviction
US prosecutors say ‘strong public interest’ in prompt resolution of case against 31-year-old outweighs benefits of second trial ...