As Samurai Japan gears up to defend its World Baseball Classic title, its roster is beginning to take shape. While superstar Shohei Ohtani had previously announced his intent to play for the tournament's reigning champs, ( read original story ...)
At least 15 injured in stabbing at Yokohama rubber factory in Japan
Authorities said an emergency call was received at around 4:30 pm reporting that several individuals had been stabbed at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Mishima city. ( read original story ...)
Japan schedules sanitary audit on Brazilian beef for March 2026, Brazil says
The Japanese government will conduct an audit to assess Brazil's beef sanitary system in March 2026, as part of the process to open its market to Brazilian products, Brazil's Agriculture Ministry said on Friday. ( read original story ...)
Rockies to Ramp Up Japan and NPB Scouting Under Paul DePodesta
The Colorado Rockies are looking to strengthen their international scouting presence. President of baseball operations Paul DePodesta indicated the organization will increase its involvement in Japan and NPB markets as the front office works through its rebuild. ( read original story ...)
How to build a crypto-agile organization
Cloud modernization, API-first architectures, distributed work, hybrid environments, and AI systems all rely on secure, manageable crypto foundations. Crypto-debt creates friction that slows ...
Japan’s record budget faces test of stoking economy, keeping debt in check
TOKYO -- Japan's proposed budget for fiscal 2026 approved by the cabinet on Friday has ballooned to a record 122 trillion yen ($783 billion), raising concerns about the country's fiscal discipline and ...
Japan bear attacks send firms hunting for new ways to protect customers, staff
YUZAWA, Japan -- At least once a day, Tsutomu Abe steps outside the traditional inn he runs in the hills of northern Japan. He bends to light the fuse on a rocket, launching firecrackers across a ...
Japan Closer to Achieving 2% Inflation Target, BOJ Governor Says
Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda said Thursday that the central bank is getting closer to achieving its 2% inflation target, reaffirming his stance of seeking further interest-rate increases.
Bleach Attack: 15 Injured in Shizuoka Factory Stabbing
Fifteen people were injured during a stabbing at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. A 38-year-old suspect, Masaki Oyama, was arrested for attempted murder. The attack involved ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. reportedly seeks crypto mining access to Russia-occupied nuclear site
Located in southeastern Ukraine, the ZNPP is Europe’s largest nuclear facility and once played a central role in Ukraine’s electricity supply and grid stability. Since being occupied by Russian forces ...
Bitcoin sinks below $87,000 as crypto assets slide, metals soar post-Xmas
Gold, silver, platinum and copper all surged to new records as metals — not bitcoin — attracted capital on the debasement trade and geopolitical tension.
At least 15 injured in knife and bleach attack at Japan factory
A man was arrested after stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with what was believed to be bleach at a tire factory in central Japan on Friday, officials said. There was no immediate explanation of his motive. ( read original story ...)
Stabbing, liquid spray attack in Japan factory injures 14
Fourteen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which an unspecified liquid was also sprayed, authorities said. ( read original story ...)
Japan FSA Said to Boost Watch of Regional Bank Property Lending
Japan’s Financial Services Agency is stepping up monitoring of regional banks that lend heavily to the booming real estate sector to make sure risks are under control, according to people familiar with the matter. ( read original story ...)
Countries with national crypto reserves — implemented vs proposed
National crypto reserves operate as formal policy in a small group of countries, led by the United States through its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, alongside El ...
Japan police arrest man over stabbing spree, 15 people injured
Authorities in central Japan say that 15 people were injured in a stabbing incident at a factory in Mishima City, Shizuoka Prefecture, central Japan. Police have arrested a man for attempted murder. ( read original story ...)