The setback occurred hours after one of the world’s largest nuclear complexes restarted, ending more than a decade of dormancy following the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi meltdown. ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific markets mostly rise ahead of Bank of Japan decision
Asia-Pacific markets mostly climbed, tracking Wall Street gains as geopolitical concerns eased and investors looked ahead to the Bank of Japan's decision.
Nikkei 225 gains after Trump drops Greenland tariff threat
Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index rose for the first time in six trading days on Thursday. Investors turned bullish after US President Donald Trump backed away from imposing tariffs on countries that ...
Japan inflation cools to 2.1%, lowest since March 2022, but rice prices loom large ahead of election
Core inflation touched its lowest level since October 2024, and was in line with expectations ... ( read original story ...)
Japan artists born in 1966, the Fire Horse year, to hold concerts in Tokyo and Osaka
TOKYO -- A live event gathering artists born in 1966 -- the year of the Fire Horse in the Chinese zodiac calendar, which occurs only once every 60 yea･･･ ( read original story ...)
The Ritz-Carlton Osaka in the busy Umeda district is opulent, while the tranquil Kyoto property reflects the vibe of Japan’s cultural capital
The Ritz-Carlton Osaka in the busy Umeda district is opulent, while the tranquil Kyoto property reflects the vibe of Japan’s cultural capital. ( read original story ...)
Japan diplomatic post in Chongqing sits unfilled as China feud drags on
BEIJING -- The top position at the Japanese Consulate in Chongqing has been vacant for more than a month amid the Chinese government's delay in granting approval for a new nominee.
China’s panda diplomacy strikes Japan amid souring ties
At least one panda has lived in Japan since the Japanese and Chinese normalized their diplomatic ties in 1972. ( read original story ...)
BitGo Shatters Expectations With $212M Crypto IPO
The debut signals a shift for digital asset infrastructure, with Goldman Sachs and Citigroup leading the underwriting syndicate.
Crypto cards are booming, but what they mean for the future is unclear
Crypto-linked cards are seeing strong volume growth despite offering little more than a crypto add-on to traditional payments systems — but familiarity is often a backdoor to more profound changes.
Crypto cards are booming, but what they mean for the future is unclear
Crypto-linked cards are seeing strong volume growth despite offering little more than a crypto add-on to traditional payments systems — but familiarity is often a backdoor to more profound changes.
Analyst doubles down on 2026’s first crypto IPO debut today
VanEck analyst calls it a "superior asset" within its valuation range.
Naomi Osaka’s Latest Australian Open Match Engulfed In Controversy: ‘I Don’t Like Disrespecting People’
Cirstea, a 35-year-old from Romania playing in her final Australian Open, was upset that Osaka, the four-time major champion, was shouting “C’mon” in between Cirstea’s first and second serves to get ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Has Tense Handshake With Opponent Sorana Cirstea at Australian Open: ‘Sorry She Was Mad About It’
Naomi Osaka and Sorana Cirstea had an icy interaction following their second round match at the 2026 Australian Open on Thursday, January 22 ... ( read original story ...)
Sorana Cirstea gives Naomi Osaka frosty handshake after Australian Open clash
MELBOURNE, Australia—Naomi Osaka’s Australian Open second round ended awkwardly on Thursday when vanquished opponent Sorana Cirstea gave a frosty handshake after her 6-3, 4-6, 6-2 win. Cirstea, who ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s bonds rebound after rout, Nikkei falls for 5th session
Japanese government bonds (JGBs) rebounded on Wednesday after a rout that rippled across global markets, though trade remained skittish and volatile, and stocks slipped for a fifth straight session.