LONDON — Japan's National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID) on Sunday said it had detected a new variant of the coronavirus in four travelers arriving from Brazil. The newly-discovered mutant ... ( read original story ...)
To coin or not to coin? : The must-know’s for the crypto-curious
As Bitcoin’s dollar value hits a correction, experts candidly chat about what you need to know about cryptocurrency before you hop on this fin-tech bandwagon ... ( read original story ...)
U.K. Regulator Warns Crypto Investors Risk Losing ‘All Their Money’
The U.K.’s financial watchdog has a stark warning for consumers looking to profit from the latest crypto boom: be ready to lose everything. ( read original story ...)
Worst Bitcoin Plunge Since March Shakes Faith in Crypto Boom
The white-knuckle Bitcoin ride took another twist Monday as the worst two-day tumble in the digital currency since March stoked concern that the polarizing cryptocurrency boom may run out of steam. ( read original story ...)
Virus wave casts shadow over once-in-a-lifetime coming-of-age ceremonies
Annual rite of passage for Japan's 20-year-olds would have been celebrated in style, with decadent kimonos, childhood reunions and all-night after-parties, were it not for COVID-19. ( read original story ...)
Young Japanese celebrate Coming of Age Day under COVID’s shadow
Young adults gather for photos in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward on Jan. 11. The municipality authority canceled the Coming of Age Day ceremony due to the coronavirus pandemic but set up a photo venue instead. ( read original story ...)
80% say Tokyo Olympics should be called off or won’t happen
More than 80% of people in Japan who were surveyed in two polls in the last few days say the Tokyo Olympics should be canceled or postponed, or say they believe the Olympics will ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19 cases rise just months ahead of Olympics, Tokyo residents at odds with whether Games should proceed
Back in the early 1960s, most Japanese were initially opposed to hosting the Olympics, but ultimately came to cherish the symbolism of the event. More than a half-century later, the population ... ( read original story ...)
Kazuyoshi Miura signs contract to play past 54th birthday in Japan’s top flight
Kazuyoshi Miura, the oldest scorer in Japanese professional football, is set to play on at 54 after extending his contract with Yokohama FC ... ( read original story ...)
Snow storms bring deadly chaos to Japan
Japan has been hit by severe snow storms, killing at least eight people and bringing parts of the country to a standstill. The snowfall is more than double the average expected for this time of year. ( read original story ...)
Campaigners condemn killing of minke whale trapped in nets in Japan
Animal killed with what appeared to be exploding harpoon, after one ‘half-hearted’ attempt to free it ... ( read original story ...)
Thousands gather for Japan coming-of-age day despite virus surge
Young adults dressed to the nines in kimonos gathered at venues in Japan on Monday to celebrate reaching the age of majority, although many of the usually jubilant events were cancelled over ... ( read original story ...)
What Does Tokyo’s Second State of Emergency Mean?
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga is set to declare a state of emergency in Tokyo and surrounding areas, as Covid-19 infections and the number of people in serious condition reach record levels. ( read original story ...)
Japan Datacenters: Market Insights 2021
Want to learn how Japanese datacenters are reshaping the country's economy? W.Media is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, 20th January, 10:30-12PM (GMT+9) dedicated to this explosive industry, with ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ‘King Kazu’ to play on at 54 after signing extension
Kazuyoshi Miura, the oldest scorer in Japanese professional football, is set to play on at the age of 54 after extending his contract with ... ( read original story ...)
Dealing with a dire diagnosis in a new country
When Niall Breathnach came down with a rare ailment he was sure to get several opinions before seeking a path for treatment. ( read original story ...)