Organoids—miniature, lab-grown tissues that mimic organ function and structure—are transforming biomedical research. They promise breakthroughs in personalized transplants, improved modeling of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Nippon Steel sets sights on a growing overseas market in its bid to acquire US Steel
The world through steel,” underlining why Japan’s top steelmaker is pursuing its $15 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel. ( read original story ...)
Starbucks in Japan to ditch paper straws for plant-based biomass plastic in 2025
The coffee company says the new straws are fully biodegradable in seawater and soil, and will not soften like paper ones. ( read original story ...)
Nikkei index snaps 4-day win streak on caution before U.S. jobs data
The Nikkei stock index snapped a four-day winning streak Friday on selling fueled by caution before U.S. jobs data, which is expected to offer clues on the direction of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
Japan’s main opposition leader calls for gradual BOJ rate hikes
The Bank of Japan must raise interest rates and continue phasing out its controversial stimulus programme, Yoshihiko Noda, leader of Japan's biggest opposition party, told Reuters on Friday. He also ...
Earthquake-generated tsunamis not uncommon in US. How bad can they get and where do they hit?
Tsunami warnings are not uncommon in Califoria, where warning sirens and signs are in place to notify coastal residents that a wall of water could potentially be coming towards them. ( read original story ...)
Earthquake-generated tsunamis not uncommon in US. How bad can they get and where do they hit?
Tsunami warnings are not uncommon in Califoria, where warning sirens and signs are in place to notify coastal residents that a wall of water could potentially be coming towards them. ( read original story ...)
New Study Links Natural Disaster Stress, Cognitive Decline
A recent study found that incidents of natural disasters could negatively affect older adults and potentially lead to increased risk of dementia. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo government gives workers 4-day workweek to boost fertility, family time
The Japanese capital is set to introduce a four-day workweek for government employees, in its latest push to help working mothers and boost record-low fertility rates. ( read original story ...)
Ex-Saudi diplomat investigated for allegedly groping woman at Tokyo nightclub
He is suspected of touching the breasts of the victim over her clothes at a club in Roppongi entertainment district. ( read original story ...)
Trump Names New White House Czar for AI and Crypto
Good morning. Trump picks his new AI and Crypto czar. The European Central Bank is expected to cut rates faster. And there’s some waterfront property in New Zealand now available to foreign buyers. Listen to the day’s top stories.
Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy to sell forklift unit Logisnext
TOKYO -- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is preparing to sell Tokyo-listed forklift unit Mitsubishi Logisnext, Nikkei learned Friday, as the group ramps up efforts to boost capital efficiency.
Japan Eyes Talks With Trump That Include Cutting Auto Tariffs
according to Japan’s Finance Ministry. “The US is currently in a period of government transition,” Iwaya said. “We must gather information and analyze it carefully to see what approach the new ...
Japan’s revised Q3 GDP likely to show slow recovery in test of BOJ’s optimism: Reuters poll
The Japanese economy likely expanded in the third quarter at the same moderate pace as initially reported, a Reuters poll showed, but a bump in private consumption may be temporary and could cast ... ( read original story ...)
This Week In Crypto: Ripple’s Stablecoin, Cardano’s GameFi Push, Solana ETFs, Missouri’s CBDC Ban & More
Ripple is planning to launch its new RLUSD stablecoin, once approved by the NYDFS, while the XRP Ledger slashed activation costs, sparking a surge in new users. Cardano makes waves in the gamefi world with its Hydra Doom Tournament,
Tokyo-Beijing forum aims to warm chilly relations
The Tokyo-Beijing Forum was held in person this week in Japan for the first time since it went virtual during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the two-day forum from December 4 through 5, officials from ...