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Old, Unrelated Video Passed Off as Recent Visuals From Delhi Earthquake
An old and unrelated video is being shared on the internet to falsely claim that it shows recent visuals from the earthquake that struck Delhi. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Peach Aviation pilot drank 1 litre of beer before S’pore-Osaka flight, airline issued stern warning
A captain of a Peach Aviation flight MM774 (APJ774) operating from Singapore to Osaka, Japan, on Jan. 7, 2025, was found to have consumed alcohol before the flight. He violated the "no-drinking period ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks rise on Japan GDP growth, capped by U.S. tariff concern
Tokyo stocks were slightly higher Monday morning, as investors were heartened by better-than-expected Japanese gross domestic product data that helped to ease selling amid uncertainty over potential U ... ( read original story ...)
Ripple Price Rips After SEC ETF Acknowledgement, Could The Bank Of Japan Be Set To Start Using XRP?
Ripple news shows that Ripple has surged after an SEC ETF acknowledgment. Ripple now stands out as major news in crypto, and many believe Ripple may soon find use in new markets. Ripple remains a hot ...
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Solana, XRP Lead Crypto Drop With U.S. Closed for Presidents’ Day
Crypto markets fell Monday as traders locked in profits and looked for new catalysts to determine positioning while the U.S. observed President’s Day. Jupiter’s JUP slid 9% to lead losses among midcap tokens,
Naomi Osaka Reveals Her Ghibli Studio Favorite, Shares Enduring Love for Animation
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Bitcoin Price Prediction: As Japan’s Metaplanet Buys More BTC, Traders Pile Into This ICO For Bitcoin Airdrops
The Bitcoin price dipped 2% in the last 24 hours even after Metaplanet buys more BTC as traders rush into a new ICO for Bitcoin airdrops.
Sapporo plans US changes after impairment hits FY profits
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China urges Japan to refrain from taking petty actions over Tokyo’s reported change of nationality entry
A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Monday urged Japan to be cautious in its words and actions regarding the Taiwan question and avoid taking petty actions, following reports that Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Japan To Remain Property Hot Spots As Global Investors Diversify: JLL CEO
The real estate markets of Australia, Japan, Korea and Singapore will remain hot spots in the next few years as global investors seek to diversify their portfolios with demand for real estate in China ... ( read original story ...)
Top 3 Crypto ICOs to Consider Buying Before Bitcoin Hits $100,000
Bitcoin’s surge is driving investors to find top projects. This article highlights three project ICOs to buy before Bitcoin reaches $100,000.
Japan’s Nikkei gains despite US tariff threats; banks rally on upbeat GDP
Japan's Nikkei share average gained in choppy trade on Monday, boosted by financials as the economy grew more than expected, while automakers dragged on threats of U.S. tariffs aimed at imported cars.
Japan’s economy grows more than expected, fueled by strong exports
Japan’s economy grew at a better-than-expected annual rate of 2.8% in October-December, underlined by steady exports and moderate consumption.
14-year-old girl arrested for assaulting mother over smartphone use
Police in Sapporo have arrested a 14-year-old junior high school girl on suspicion of assaulting her mother after they had an argument over her smartphone use. According to police, the incident ... ( read original story ...)