While the Cubs are in Japan, Nico Hoerner will continue to get in work via minor-league games, according to manager Craig Counsell. ( read original story ...)
Bright green creature — with ‘leopard’-print thighs — is new species in Japan. See it
Dryophytes japonicus is the name given to the previously identified species well known in Japan, according to the study. It is found in the western half of Japan. The east Japan tree frog, or Dryophytes leopardus, has been identified as a new species through genetic testing. ( read original story ...)
Cubs’ Nico Hoerner won’t travel to Japan for games vs. Dodgers
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner won't be going to Japan where the team opens the regular season next month, manager Craig Counsell announced on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Metaplanet Issues $13.6 Million in Bonds to Acquire Additional Bitcoin
Metaplanet issues $13.6 million in zero-interest bonds to boost its Bitcoin investment, aiming to acquire 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025.
Japanese auto industry seeks government help against US tariffs
Japan's automobile industry association urged the government on Tuesday to try to shield Japanese automakers from tariffs that the United States may impose on imports of autos and parts. ( read original story ...)
ADNOC to supply LNG to Osaka Gas from Ruwais project
ADNOC has agreed to supply Osaka Gas with up to 800,000 tonnes per annum (tpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from its lower-carbon Ruwais LNG project. This 15-year sales and purchase agreement (SPA) ...
Japan’s birth rate fell for a ninth consecutive year in 2024 to hit a record low
The number of babies born in Japan last year fell for a ninth consecutive year to hit a record low, according to health ministry data. ( read original story ...)
Adnoc, Osaka Gas sign 15-year sales and purchase agreement for Ruwais LNG project
Adnoc and Osaka Gas have signed a 15-year agreement for the supply of up to 0.8 million tonnes per annum of LNG from the Ruwais LNG project in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in Adnoc's ... ( read original story ...)
FBI Accuses North Korea of $1.5 Billion Crypto Heist, Largest in History
The FBI has accused North Korea of stealing $1.5 billion from Bybit in the largest cryptocurrency heist in history. The Lazarus Group, a North Korean cyber unit, is laundering the stolen assets to ...
Bitcoin traders are eyeing another big drop after the top crypto slipped into a bear market
Bitcoin slipped into official bear market territory this week, with the crypto now down around 21% from its record-high of $109,350 in January.
Five predictions for where crypto is headed in 2025
After a rush of momentum to close out last year, the industry is pondering its next steps across AI, gaming, and more.
Topps, Fanatics announce Tokyo Series trading cards and merchandise as demand grows in Japan
Just as Topps and Fanatics pursued broader cultural appeal beyond the sports landscape in the U.S. last year with apparel and a baseball card set in collaboration with rapper Travis Scott, this new ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese artist Murakami lends artwork to exclusive MLB collaboration ahead of Tokyo Series
Takashi Murakami’s artwork has graced luxury goods from top fashion houses and album covers of superstar musicians. ( read original story ...)
Crypto and fintech are enjoying a Trump bump, but how long will it last?
Reflections from a dinner with top fintech and crypto firms.
Japan’s Idemitsu to build lithium sulphide plant to help support Toyota’s EV plans
Japan's No.2 oil refiner, Idemitsu Kosan plans to build a large-scale plant for lithium sulphide, a key material for all-solid-state batteries, at its Chiba refinery, near Tokyo, the company ...
Facing overtourism, Japan offers rail to airport luggage delivery services
Photos of luggage blocking aisles and train doors in Japan have gone viral, sparking debates among online users. ( read original story ...)