Japan faces a growing crisis with nine million empty homes, or akiya, due to population decline, inheritance issues, and costly demolition. Tax incentives encourage owners to leave properties standing ... ( read original story ...)
How Prediction Markets and Crypto Firms Steamrolled a Watchdog Agency
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission purged its ranks, dialed back its enforcement and boosted industries in which President Trump’s family is heavily invested.
Polymarket’s head office is empty — despite 15 crypto firms using the same address. Why so many companies love to set up shop in Panama
The prediction markets giant is technically still unavailable in the US, but that hasn’t stopped Americans from placing their bets.
Nikkei 225 sets all-time closing high
Japan's Nikkei 225 stock index finished the week with a record closing high. Investors placed buy orders on the view that negotiations to end the Iran conflict have made progress.
Naomi Osaka teases bold Roland Garros fashion statement
Naomi Osaka has never been afraid to make a statement in front of millions on the biggest stages of tennis. The four-time Grand Slam champion is leaving no room for doubt that she’ll be on her mark in ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to scour social media in hunt for visa overstayers, illegal foreign workers
The Immigration Services Agency also plans to crack down on individuals who employ foreign workers without valid visas. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Winter Explained: When Could the Market Recover in 2026?
Overview: Bitcoin and Ethereum still show long-term recovery potential despite current volatility.Institutional investors and stablecoin growth continue support ...
Naomi Osaka ‘slapped in ground’ as unique French Open admission made
Naomi Osaka was thrashed 6-2, 6-1 by Iga Swiatek at the Italian Open, and she couldn't help but joke about the confidence-crushing loss. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka says Iga Swiatek ‘slapped me into the ground’ and ‘blew my confidence’
Osaka spoke very candidly about her Rome loss to Iga Swiatek during her French Open pre-tournament presser. ( read original story ...)
Vietnamese chef trains 9 years and creates 240 ramen recipes before opening his own Tokyo shop
Luong Van Ha, a 36-year-old Vietnamese chef, runs one of Tokyo's most queued-for ramen shops after nine years at Mendokoro Honda, where he rose to head chef under ramen prodigy Yuki Honda. ( read original story ...)
Soho House Tokyo Has Officially Opened as a Love Letter to Japanese Artisans and London Style
Step inside the new Soho House Tokyo in Aoyama. This 42-room hotel and members club brilliantly merges British club culture with Japanese craftsmanship. ( read original story ...)
Why is Bitcoin falling despite pro-crypto Kevin Warsh becoming Fed chair?
Bitcoin (BTC) fell to $74,190 on Saturday, its lowest level in more than a month, despite pro-crypto Kevin Warsh being sworn in as Federal Reserve chairman a day earlier. BTC/USD daily chart. Source: ...
Here’s why Near Protocol, Ondo, and Hyperliquid crypto tokens are rising
Ondo Finance (ONDO), and Hyperliquid (HYPE) were among the top gainers today, May 24, as investors bought their recent dips. NEAR token jumped by 13%, while Ondo and HYPE jumped by over 10%. Near ...
Naomi Osaka credits Gael Monfils for inspiring Black tennis talent globally
Naomi Osaka praised Gael Monfils for inspiring generations of Black tennis players, saying his success had a huge impact on the sport globally. Ahead of his farewell French Open campaign, Monfils said ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo ward installs toilets in park that work without water, power
Tokyo's Meguro Ward has installed toilets in a public park that can operate without water or electricity. They would still work after major quakes or other disasters. ( read original story ...)
U.S. informs Japan of Tomahawk missile delivery delays: report
The Japanese government has signed a contract with the U.S. government to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk missiles between fiscal 2025 and fiscal 2027. ( read original story ...)