TOKYO, Aug. 22 (Xinhua) -- Tokyo stocks ended higher on Thursday, buoyed by technology issues tracking overnight gains on the U.S. Wall Street market, with the market awaiting remarks by the Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Venture Capital Unlocked Tokyo by 500 Global for Emerging VCs Returns for 2nd Cohort
Silicon Valley venture capital firm 500 Global today announced the second cohort of a bespoke educational program for Japanese venture capitalists with the goal of supporting the vision of positioning ...
Yokohama Rubber awarded “Prime” status in ESG corporate ratings
Hiratsuka, Japan—The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. announced that it has received “Prime” status for the first time in the latest ESG corporate ratings by ISS ESG, the responsible investment arm of ... ( read original story ...)
A robot’s attempt to get a sample of the melted nuclear fuel at Japan’s damaged reactor is suspended
An attempt to use an extendable robot to remove a fragment of melted fuel from a wrecked reactor at Japan’s tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant was suspended Thursday due to a technical ... ( read original story ...)
Japan opens for (foreign) business
PwC faces a six-month business ban in China, and Mexico’s Supreme Court judges go on strike. Plus, a potential takeover of 7-Eleven may set the tone for a new era of Japanese acquisitions. ( read original story ...)
The 2024 Pokémon World Championships: A Tropical Tournament Experience
New champions, new ways to manage the tournament. This is our experience from the 2024 Pokémon World Championships in Honolulu, Hawaii. ( read original story ...)
US Urges Japan to Name Disaster Relief Hub Task Force Members
In his letter, Emanuel said that he, along with Lieutenant General Roger Turner, the U.S Marine Corp commander in Japan, Colonel Patrick Biggs, the country's U.S. Army Corp of Engineers chief, and ... ( read original story ...)
2024 Top Jobs in Japan Week 28
Salary: ¥250,000 / Month Negotiable depends on your skill, experience (Monthly salary will be ¥250,000 ~, + Monthly incentive up to ¥30,000 depends on the company's performance, Bonus twice a year ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto parasitic outbreak rises to 23 cases as kids return to school
With the crypto outbreak in Northern Kentucky rising, and Cincinnati acquiring 7 cases, health officials urge thorough hand washing and more.
Andrew Saunders Discusses His Transition from Hollywood to Crypto and Web3
Andrew Saunders, a seasoned entrepreneur, and former Hollywood agent, takes us through his fascinating journey from the entertainment industry to the dynamic world of crypto and Web3.
Pearly Tan, Thinaah among five Malaysian shuttlers through to Japan Open 2024 second round
Five Malaysian representatives including the country’s number one women’s doubles pair, Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah stormed into the second round of ... ( read original story ...)
Japan women’s coach Ikeda departs at end of contract
Futoshi Ikeda has left his job as coach of the Japanese women's team after the Japan Football Association declined to offer him a contract extension in the wake of the team's quarter-final exit at the ... ( read original story ...)
Billionaire Pulls Support From Major Crypto PAC, Says It’s Too ‘Stupid’ and ‘Selfish’
A tech billionaire and prominent Democratic Party donor says he will part ways with a highly influential network of crypto industry super PACs, claiming—in a series of leaked emails—that they’re too “stupid,” “selfish,” and short-sighted to associate with.
Billionaire Pulls Support From Major Crypto PAC, Says It’s Too ‘Stupid’ and ‘Selfish’
A tech billionaire and prominent Democratic Party donor says he will part ways with a highly influential network of crypto industry super PACs, claiming—in a series of leaked emails—that they’re too “stupid,” “selfish,” and short-sighted to associate with.
Democrats snub crypto in 2024 platform. Will it hurt them in the election?
The Democratic platform's exclusion of crypto could signal ongoing resistance, contrasting sharply with the Republican embrace.
Japan Airlines to enhance air connectivity on Tokyo-Bengaluru route
Japan Airlines will increase flights from Tokyo to Bengaluru to five per week starting late October, up from three, due to rising demand. Currently, JAL is the sole carrier offering direct flights from Bangalore, ( read original story ...)