Japan's Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato said on Friday the government must closely watch the economic and price backdrop behind recent business sector calls for the central bank to raise interest ...
Japan posts unexpectedly strong GDP, helped by export rush
Japan's economy grew much faster than expected in the second quarter, helped by a rush of exports ahead of U.S. tariffs taking effect, giving the central bank some of the conditions it needs to resume ... ( read original story ...)
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Japan’s Economy Records Modest Growth Despite Trade Uncertainty
The economy posted modest growth in the second quarter despite the impact of U.S. tariffs, adding to early rate-hike expectations by the country’s central bank.
New contactless levitation system moves delicate components with high precision
Untethered acoustic levitation device enables frictionless, high-speed movement of delicate components in industrial applications. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open higher as exporters bought on weaker yen
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Tokyo stocks opened higher Friday as exporter shares were bought on a weaker yen. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average rose 278.90 points, or 0.65 ... ( read original story ...)
Federal agents conduct operation in LA’s Little Tokyo where Newsom announced redistricting plans
Federal agents conducted an immigration enforcement operation Thursday in the Little Tokyo area, outside the venue where Gov. Gavin Newsom held a news conference on redistricting in California. ( read original story ...)
Federal Agents Raid Little Tokyo as LA Mayor Calls for End of Harsh Tactics
On the same day that Mayor Karen Bass and Westside leaders called for the end of immigration raids throughout the city, federal agents Thursday conducted a widespread operation in Little Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s economy expands faster than expected in Q2
Japan's economy expanded an annualised 1.0% in the April-June quarter, government data showed on Friday, beating forecasts, though analysts expect the full hit to growth from U.S. tariffs will not be ... ( read original story ...)
Samsung reportedly plans US$170M in Japan packaging hub to challenge TSMC
Samsung Electronics is reportedly investing JPY25 billion (approx. US$170 million) to set up an advanced packaging research institute in Yokohama and acquire a major office tower in the city's Minato ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka Volleys LA Home Back to the Celebs She Bought It From for $7.95 Million
Lisa Marie, the daughter of Priscilla and late rock and roll legend Elvis Presley, died on Jan. 12, 2023. She was 54. ( read original story ...)
Nick and Vanessa Lachey Buy Back Tarzana Home From Naomi Osaka for $7.9 Million—Just 3 Years After Selling It to Her
The Lacheys originally sold the Tarzana dwelling to Osaka in 2022 for $6.2 million—but have now reclaimed the home for a much higher price. ( read original story ...)
Japan marks end of WWII as survivors remember wartime emperor’s surrender speech 80 years ago
Japan on Friday is marking the surrender announcement by then-Emperor Hirohito 80 years ago at the end of World War II. ( read original story ...)
Investors Seek Bigger Payouts From Japan Tech’s Cash Hoard
Increasing pressure on Japan’s technology firms to return more cash to shareholders may spur the next phase of corporate reforms that helped drive the nation’s stock market to record highs. ( read original story ...)
Inside Look: Aman Tokyo Review
Since opening its doors in 2014, the Aman Tokyo has provided a sleek and luxurious escape in Tokyo's central Otemachi neighborhood. Read our travel editor's full review. ( read original story ...)
Crypto Prices Plunge After Shock Inflation Report
The biggest cryptocurrencies in the world dipped sharply Thursday after the latest inflation data showed wholesale prices are rising much faster than expected. The price of Bitcoin is down 3.8% on the ...