Gov. JB Pritzker will lead a trade mission to Japan accompanied by a number of top legislators, political allies and business people, his office said Friday. ( read original story ...)
Is crypto the key to rebuilding capitalism’s original purpose?
Experts debate whether cryptocurrencies can solve deeper societal issues by reviving capitalism’s core principles.
Democrats Mobilize Crypto Voters To Counter Trump’s Bitcoin Appeal
Democrats rally pro-crypto voters with balanced regulation, Crypto4Harris, and Crypto Rides, challenging Trump’s bitcoin-only stance as the 2024 election heats up.
Japan golf resorts play for tourists with more villas, expanded country clubs
Resol Holdings, which is affiliated with top Japanese real estate group Mitsui Fudosan, is spending roughly 6 billion yen ($40.9 million) to build about 160 course-side villas by 2030. This will be in addition to the 29 villas already available and 11 under construction.
Naomi Osaka’s Mental Strength Lauded Despite Challenges as She Eyes a Comeback
French Open marked a pivotal moment in tennis history, as Naomi Osaka’s shocking withdrawal due to mental health struggles put the spotlight on the often-overlooked pressures faced by elite athletes. ( read original story ...)
Lazio Region at Expo 2025 Osaka
The Lazio Region today presented its participation in Expo 2025 Osaka where, from 17 to 24 May 2025, it will be present with its own exhibition space inside the pavilion reserved for Italy. The ... ( read original story ...)
Norwegian Tweaks Japan Itinerary, Nixes Overnight Osaka Call
Multiple ports are adjusted on one Norwegian Spirit sailing, with the loss of an overnight call in a top Japanese destination. ( read original story ...)
Japan battery industry now eyes Tanzania’s nickel, cobalt, copper
Japanese battery industry is targeting cleaner nickel, cobalt and copper from Tanzania’s Kabanga Nickel project, managed by Tembo Nickel. This comes after Lifezone Metals Limited signed a Memorandum ... ( read original story ...)
Redevelopment project to make Osaka gateway to western Japan
An urban redevelopment project near Osaka's main transportation hub has reached its final stage, with expectations high that it will ( read original story ...)
Kanye West’s solo Tokyo trip sparks marriage trouble rumors
In the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, Kanye West has been turning heads – not for his music, but for who’s missing from his side. The enigmatic rapper, now going by Ye, has been spotted sans wife Bianca ... ( read original story ...)
Urban Sophistication Map Global Expansion With Tokyo Store Opening
From viral phone cases to ready-to-wear, the cofounders of Urban Sophistication show what it’s like to build a Gen-Z brand in the age of digitalized content. ( read original story ...)
Japan to search for unexploded bombs at airports after Miyazaki airport blast
The explosion of a World War II-era bomb at a Japanese airport this week has prompted the government to do a wider search for other possible unexploded bombs at airports that were targeted during the ... ( read original story ...)
Cryptocurrency News Weekly Update: Binance’s CZ Released, Bitcoin 70k October Prediction, Trump Keen on Crypto
The outflow from Bitcoin ETFs stands at $242.66 million, marking the drop since September 3rd. At the beginning of October, it was reported that Bitcoin ETFs ...
Japan’s Nikkei Tumbles After Party’s Election of New Prime Minister
Stocks in Japan fell sharply on Monday after the country’s governing party chose a leader some view as hawkish on interest rates, underlining how central bank decisions continue to set the course of ...
Seven & i considering supermarket stake sale ahead of IPO, sources say
Japan's Seven & i Holdings is considering selling a stake in its supermarket unit ahead of a planned listing of the business, two sources said, as the 7-Eleven owner aims to speed up an overhaul after ...
Seven & I Considers Selling Down Supermarket Stake Ahead of IPO, Sources Say
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's Seven & i Holdings is considering selling a stake in its supermarket unit ahead of a planned listing of the business, two sources said, as the 7-Eleven owner aims to speed up ...