Hard-earned experience has made nonprofit organizations invaluable partners in disaster recovery. Japan's government is now moving toward formalizing their role. ( read original story ...)
Japan researchers sound warning of potential mega-earthquake near Hokkaido
A Japanese government panel also predicted that an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 could occur near the trench within 30 years. ( read original story ...)
Trump-backed crypto project launches stablecoin
World Liberty Financial, the crypto project backed by President Donald Trump, has launched a stablecoin pegged to the US Dollar.
US lifts sanctions on Tornado Cash, a crypto mixer linked to North Korean money laundering
U.S. Treasury officials have lifted sanctions on Tornado Cash, a crypto mixer that the U.S. government previously said was used to launder $7 billion worth of crypto stolen by North Korean hackers.
Japan Go IPO Summit Provides Roadmap for Japanese Companies Seeking to List on U.S. Exchanges
Corporate management teams, venture capital, and private equity firms, and key advisors will get a comprehensive overview of the state of the U.S. IPO markets and secrets to success as a public ...
Martina Navratilova Shares Unnecessary Personal Opinion About Naomi Osaka Yet Again On TC
Tennis legend Martina Navratilova is out of line in sharing her personal opinion on Naomi Osaka's physique during her Miami Open match. ( read original story ...)
10 Unmissable Experiences in Osaka During World Expo 2025!
Experience Osaka during World Expo 2025! Explore 10 must-have experiences—from Dotonbori’s lights to Osaka Castle—in this vibrant, food-loving city. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Mount Fuji to Hike Entry Fees
Those heading to Mount Fuji later this year will be shelling out a bit more money to climb the iconic Japanese mountain. ( read original story ...)
Elliott has built significant stake in Sumitomo Realty: sources
ELLIOTT Investment Management has built a sizeable stake in Japanese real estate developer Sumitomo Realty & Development Co, said people familiar with the matter. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Metaplanet Brings Bitcoin Treasury to $293 Million With Latest Buy
Japanese Bitcoin treasury company Metaplanet has bought more Bitcoin, brining its holdings to just over $293 million.
A Crypto Coder’s Invention Was Used by North Korean Hackers. Did He Commit a Crime?
Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm is set to go on trial for conspiracy to commit money laundering; “You wouldn’t throw Tim Cook in prison because criminals use iPhones.” ...
Hilton expands and renovates hotels from New York to Osaka
This move includes the debut of LivSmart Studios by Hilton with properties in Kokomo, Indiana, and Tullahoma, Tennessee.
Japanese finance minister warns that the country has not yet dealt with deflation
In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Japanese Minister of Finance Katsunobu Kato mentioned that Japan had yet to combat deflation despite rising consumer prices and a surge in wages. Kato ...
‘FREEAgent:’ Naomi Osaka’s Agent Stuart Duguid Among First Guests On Sports & Culture Podcast From Kenny Annan-Jonathan
EXCLUSIVE: Naomi Osaka's longtime agent Stuart Duguid is among the first guests to feature on FREEAgent, the new podcast launched by creative entrepreneur Kenny Annan-Jonathan. Dropping weekly with ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s cherry blossom season begins as first blooms appear in Tokyo
Japan’s official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country’s favorite flower, declaring the official start of the festive season in the Japanese capital. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo’s Most Revered Shrine Is Surrounded By 100,000 Trees Amid Japan’s Chaotic Capital Cityscape
Built in 1920, this revered Shinto shrine in Tokyo sees around 3 million visitors every year. Despite this, it's an oasis of calm surrounded by 100,000 trees. ( read original story ...)