The Japanese government has signed a contract with the U.S. government to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk missiles between fiscal 2025 and fiscal 2027. ( read original story ...)
Trump throws weight behind Japan’s Takaichi in meeting with Xi, Yomiuri says
TOKYO, May 24 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump defended Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi when Chinese President Xi Jinping criticised her in the Sino-U.S. summit this month, Japan's ... ( read original story ...)
What’s the Best Crypto Bet Between XRP, Solana and BNB?
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Naomi Osaka Hosts Coco Gauff, Gaël Monfils, Other Black Tennis Stars at Pre-French Open Party for Emotional Reason
Naomi Osaka and Taylor Townsend brought together Coco Gauff, Gaël Monfils, and other tennis stars at a special event ahead of the 2026 French Open to celebrate Black excellence in the sport. Osaka ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka pays tribute to retiring Kei Nishikori, who is not playing at French Open
Osaka paid a beautiful tribute to fellow Japanese Nishikori, who is playing his final season in pro tennis. ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan in Photos: Sailing ship built in 1930 rests in Yokohama after retirement
The bowsprit jutting out from the bow of the sailing ship Nippon Maru is seen in Yokohama's Nishi Ward, April 19, 2026. (Mainichi/Osamu Sukagawa) ... ( read original story ...)
Retro Japan: Ship built in 1930 that trained more than 10,000 sailors rests in Yokohama
YOKOHAMA -- The original sailing ship Nippon Maru is moored and preserved at the foot of Yokohama Landmark Tower.The vessel was built in 1930 at Kawas･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody?
On 1 April, 2026, a landmark revision to Japan's Civil Code took effect, allowing divorced couples to share custody of their children. Before parliament approved the amendment in 2024, Japan was the ... ( read original story ...)
First nonstop flight from California to legendary Japanese ski destination announced
Skiers in California will soon have an alternative for their winter sport with the announcement of non-stop flights from the Bay Area to the legendary ski destination Sapporo, Japan. ( read original story ...)
Osaka, Svitolina honor Monfils as his farewell season hits native Paris
Gaël Monfils' final Roland Garros also serves as a celebration of his legacy, and Naomi Osaka and his wife Elina Svitolina are leading the charge in praising his impact on representation, showmanship ... ( read original story ...)
SFO Will Begin Nonstop Flights for Japan Skiing This Winter. What Could It Mean for Tahoe?
New direct flights from SFO to Sapporo could make skiing in Japan even more popular. What to know — and how it could impact Tahoe. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo has banned Japanese journalists from covering the murder of children in Starobilsk
EADaily, May 23rd, 2026. Tokyo has banned Japanese journalists from covering the tragedy in Starobilsk, where by this hour, as a result of the Ukrainian Armed Forces attack on the college dormitory, ... ( read original story ...)
Courts in China, UK and Morocco hand prison sentences to crypto thieves in single week
Within days of each other, courts in China, the UK and Morocco handed down significant sentences to criminals involved in physical crypto crime. While efforts are ongoing to make the cryptocurrency ...
Naomi Osaka opens up on being ‘slapped in the ground’ by Iga Swiatek in wild interview
Naomi Osaka admitted Iga Swiatek had knocked her confidence ahead of the French Open. ( read original story ...)
Japan Airlines just put humanoid robots to work hauling baggage at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport — a three-year commitment, not a demo, at $15,400 a machine
Starting in May 2026, humanoid robots built by Tokyo-based startup Gitai Japan Inc. will load luggage, move cargo, and clean aircraft cabins alongside human ground crews at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. ( read original story ...)
Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
TOKYO, May 23 (Reuters) - Japan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Saturday there were no formal bilateral talks with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, though the two had a brief ... ( read original story ...)