Tokyo stocks opened lower Thursday after falls in some European markets amid persistent concerns over the possibility of political tu ( read original story ...)
‘Saw Her Give Swiatek Hell’ – Naomi Osaka Draws a Bold Wimbledon Prediction From Andy Roddick Despite Early Berlin Exit
With the Wimbledon Championships around the corner, one of the players who will be looking for redemption is Naomi Osaka. The Japanese tennis star hasn't had the best of times on the court ever since ... ( read original story ...)
Tips for first-time property buyers in Japan
Most foreigners in Japan rent, but an increasing number are staying long-term and looking to put down roots. However, buying real estate as a foreigner can be complex. The information in this article ... ( read original story ...)
Student dies in Nagoya after intern bungles diagnosis
NAGOYA—A hospital here has apologized for an intern's failure to correctly diagnose the dire condition of a high school student, who died in June last year after not receiving the necessary emergency ... ( read original story ...)
Eating small fish whole may reduce risk of dying from cancer and other causes
Researchers from Japan have found that eating small fish such as sardines and whitebait whole may reduce all-cause and cancer mortality risk, at least in women. ( read original story ...)
With Donald Trump’s rumored memecoin, the presidential crypto circus has begun—and it’s only going to get worse
Recent speculation around Trump's blockchain plans shows why crypto will be an agent of chaos for the upcoming elections.
Japan’s stock market revival could hold lessons for Singapore despite fundamental differences
SINGAPORE’S stock market has been languishing in recent years amid low liquidity and a dearth of new listings. Read more at The Business Times.
Bank of Japan member advocates timely rate hike: media
A key policymaker from the Japanese central bank emphasized the importance of raising interest rates in a timely and appropriate manner as the centra ...
MangaPlaza, one of the largest digital manga stores in the U.S., and the popular mobile Otome game “Obey Me! Nightbringer” will be exhibiting at Anime Expo 2024!
MangaPlaza, one of the largest digital manga stores in the U.S., and the popular Otome game “Obey Me! Nightbringer” will be exhibiting at Anime Expo! ( read original story ...)
Japan manufacturers less confident as high material costs bite
Japanese manufacturers are markedly less confident about business than three months ago due to higher materials costs, the Reuters Tankan poll for June showed, though the index remained in positive ... ( read original story ...)
Andy Roddick crowns Naomi Osaka: “We are seeing glimpses of her high level tennis”
In an interview with Tennis Channel, the American legend Andy Roddick was impressed by Osaka's improvements, even on playing surfaces that were not at all congenial to her. ( read original story ...)
Simone Biles Cries as She Talks Withdrawing from Tokyo Olympics in First Trailer for Her Netflix Series
Simone Biles and Netflix debuted the trailer for a new four-part docuseries that captures Biles' journey from dropping out of the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo to her return to the mat in search of new Olympic glory in Paris this summer. ( read original story ...)
Japan, New Zealand agree on intel sharing pact amid growing regional security concerns
Japan and New Zealand have agreed in principle on an intelligence sharing pact as their leaders shared concern about the increasingly challenging security environment in the region, including closer t ( read original story ...)
Crisis-stricken Japan dumps $63 billion in U.S. bonds
With $63 billion offloaded in U.S. and Euro bonds, Japan's Norinchukin bank grapples with mounting losses in 2024.
Sapporo TV Tower
The Sapporo TV Tower was built by architect Tachu Naito. He is known for designing five iconic towers across Japan: Nagoya’s Mirai Tower (1954), Tsutenkaku (1956), Sapporo TV Tower (1957), Beppu Tower ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Among Four Grand Slam Winners Granted Wimbledon Wildcard
Japan's Naomi Osaka was one of four Grand Slam champions granted a wildcard on Wednesday into the main draw for next month's women's singles at Wimbledon. ( read original story ...)