Japan’s stock futures climbed after the US paused levies on some consumer electronics and a report said the Asian nation is preparing for tariff negotiations this week. ( read original story ...)
We got a picture of one of the first Waymos to touch down in Japan as the robotaxi prepares to map out Tokyo
Alphabet's Waymo said it sent 25 Jaguar I-PACE robotaxis to begin mapping out the streets of Tokyo through a partnership with Nihon Kotsu and GO. ( read original story ...)
The China Pavilion Opened at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan
On April 13, 2025, the Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan officially opened, along with the China Pavilion held its opening ceremony. Representatives from the political and business communities of China and ...
American consumers see tariff surcharges on their receipts amid trade war
American consumers are seeing tariff surcharges on their receipts as businesses — especially those who import goods from China — grapple with rising costs.
Trevor Bauer’s agent Rachel Luba cheers on ex-Dodgers star’s impressive outing for Yokohama BayStars
Though his time in the major leagues came to an ugly end, Trevor Bauer accomplished a lot during his time at the top level of baseball, earning an All-Star selection and NL Cy Young award, among a num ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo visitors try out self-driving electric buses
Self-driving electric buses at the World Expo in Osaka are offering visitors a hands-on experience of state-of-the-art mobility technology. ( read original story ...)
Can the Osaka World Expo find its purpose in a world torn apart by conflict?
As chaos unfolds around the world, the fair is a reminder the world can always be a better place. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Osaka Expo opens in Japan offering a vision of the future. Here’s what to know
The Expo 2025 opened in Osaka on Sunday with more than 10,000 people singing Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony to celebrate the start of the six-month event that Japan hopes ... ( read original story ...)
How The Trump Family Is Going All-In On Crypto Projects
Donald Trump is already the richest person to have ever become US president, and his non-crypto holdings include significant investments in real estate.
Osaka Expo opens for 6-month event focused on sustainable society
The World Exposition in Osaka opened Sunday, kicking off a six-month event centered on designing a sustainable future society, in wha ( read original story ...)
Japan policymaker wants stronger yen, says Tokyo shouldn’t sell Treasuries
Japan must strengthen the yen, such as by helping boost the country's industrial competitiveness, as the currency's weakness has pushed up households' living costs, the ruling party's policy chief ... ( read original story ...)
From giant wooden ring to longest sushi belt: Five highlights as World Expo 2025 begins in Osaka
A multi-eyed mascot, a vast wooden Grand Ring, 160 countries and regions strutting their stuff, and robots and sushi galore: Expo 2025 began on Sunday in ( read original story ...)
Baseball: Kay throws gem, DeNA holds on to beat Yakult
Koki Kajiwara and Toshiro Miyazaki drove in two runs apiece to back Anthony Kay's strong start as the DeNA BayStars beat the Yakul ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Chip Worries and Deal Hopes Linger in Tariff Pause
Hi, it’s Maggie Eastland in New York. Warnings on the importance of Japan’s semiconductor industry were the hot topic at an industry gathering I attended last week, and those worries linger despite ...
Yokohama’s 2025 Motorsports Plan will Focus on ADVAN, GEOLANDAR Tires
Yokohama unveils its 2025 motorsports plan with global events, sustainable tire tech, and ADVAN and GEOLANDAR brand growth. ( read original story ...)
Binance seeks to curb US oversight during deal talks with Trump’s crypto company, WSJ says
Binance executives met U.S. Treasury officials last month and discussed loosening government oversight of the company, while exploring a business deal with President Donald Trump’s crypto venture, ...