Japan's Kyushu Electric Power Co will issue 200 billion yen ($1.5 billion) in preferred shares to help fund its green transition at a time when high fuel prices are weighing on its profitability, the company said on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Japan supports expansion of black garlic production in PH
The Japanese government is extending assistance to help Ilocos Norte improve its black garlic production.Under a preliminary agreement reached at the Makati residence of Japanese Ambassador Kazuhiko ... ( read original story ...)
Japan proposes tightening rules against abandoned houses
Alarmed by the vacant houses that are multiplying across Japan as the population shrinks, the government is considering heavier property taxes on those that are unkempt. By continuing to browse this ... ( read original story ...)
Oldest person in Japan turns 116, celebrated by Osaka Pref. city
Japan's oldest living person was handed a letter of congratulations by the government of this west Japan city on April 25, her 116 ... ( read original story ...)
2nd Strong Earthquake Shakes Japan in 2 Days
Japan’s southernmost main island Kyushu was hit Thursday with a 6.2 magnitude quake, and Saturday morning with a 7.0 A second strong earthquake rattled southern Japan early Saturday morning ... ( read original story ...)
Scientists can not predict earthquakes
CLAIM: It is possible to predict earthquakes. AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. Earthquakes can’t be predicted, experts say. Scientists do calculate the probability that earthquakes will occur in various ... ( read original story ...)
EDITORIAL: Reliance on nuclear power is the last thing Japan needs
Confirming the massively long-term safety of deep geological disposal of high-level radioactive waste in Japan, which is prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, is a tall order. Ever since ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to restore preferred trade status for South Korea
Japan’s trade ministry says it has begun procedures to restore preferential trade status for South Korea, days after Seoul took a similar step for Tokyo and requested reciprocity, and more than three ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese business groups oppose Japan’s semiconductor exports revision
Two Chinese business groups have provided the Japanese government with their comments on its proposed revision of export control measures for semiconductor equipment, calling on Japan to consider its ... ( read original story ...)
Binance Expands To Japan Where It Must Undergo A Strict Vetting Process
Binance (CRYPTO: BNB) is set to launch in Japan. The cryptocurrency exchange will terminate existing services on Sakura Exchange BitCoin (SEBC), which it acquired in November, by May 31. The new ...
Park Hyatt Tokyo will close in 2024 for a much-needed, year-long remodel
The world-famous Park Hyatt Tokyo has announced it will close for renovations starting May 7, 2024, with an expected (read: expected) completion date sometime in the second quarter of 2025. We’re sad ... ( read original story ...)
The DeSci Movement: Will Crypto Really Solve Science’s Biggest Problems?
The DeSci movement is about giving “scientists more freedom to express their visions for the future and the ability to tackle them.” Check out my new Forbes article that looks at the current DeSci ...
31% of new crypto buyers influenced by friends. Here’s why that can be ‘a horrible idea,’ advisor says
A third of new cryptocurrency investors are primarily motivated by friends to make their purchase. It may not always be sage advice, experts warn.
Crypto 101: Think you know crypto? Test your knowledge with this quiz
No matter how well you scored on the quiz, remember that unlike stocks or bonds, virtual currencies typically don’t derive their value from an underlying asset. Cryptocurrency can fluctuate or ...
Super Active 32-Year-Old Dealmaker Is Japan’s Newest Billionaire
Shunsaku Sagami, the founder and CEO of M&A Research Institute Holdings, a mergers and acquisitions brokerage, is Japan’s newest billionaire. ( read original story ...)
Yokohama FM vs Nagoya Grampus Prediction: Tough Match Between Elites. Goals Expected From Both Sides
The J1 League starts again with Yokohama FM clashing with Nagoya in another enthralling league competition. The hosts who possess a determined victory rate, look to demonstrate new tactics and ... ( read original story ...)