TOKYO: A police officer discovered the lower half of a human body near Sengen Toge pass in the Nippara district of Western Tokyo's Okutama on Tuesday (May 19). ( read original story ...)
Seoul’s Kompakt Record Bar lands in Tokyo
Hailing from Seoul’s Gangnam, Kompakt Record Bar has become a haunt for culture starters, record enthusiasts, fashion kids and anyone who prefers their nights with a little more intention. In Korea, ... ( read original story ...)
Americans can now use crypto to qualify for a mortgage—what changes?
Crypto can be used as collateral for mortgages backed by Fannie Mae; will it help young people become homeowners?
Crypto ATM Scams Keep Growing as Americans Lose Millions, FBI Warns
The FBI is sounding the alarm on a fast-growing fraud trend involving cryptocurrency kiosks, commonly known as crypto ATMs, after Americans reported massive losses tied to scams that use the machines ...
Japan selects Vietnamese workers for first foreign bus driver training programme
Sapporo city in Japan's Hokkaido prefecture has launched an initiative to train foreign drivers before recruiting them to work in the city, with Vietnam selected as the first trainee supplier. ( read original story ...)
16-yr-old arrested for allegedly stealing train strap in Tokyo
A 16-year-old high school student from western Japan has been arrested on suspicion of stealing a hanger strap from a train in Tokyo, ... ( read original story ...)
Possible fatal bear attack reported in mountains of western Tokyo
If confirmed, the incident in the mountains of Okutama would mark Tokyo's first recorded fatal bear attack since at least 2006. ( read original story ...)
Trump-Linked Crypto Company Notes ‘Substantial Doubt’ It Can Survive Another 12 Months
In a recent SEC filing, AI Financial has indicated that it may not be able to survive another year writing, “These conditions raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going ...
Thousands protest in Tokyo against plans to revise Japan’s pacifist constitution
Thousands of protesters gathered outside Japan’s National Diet Building in Tokyo on Tuesday to oppose the government’s efforts to revise the country’s pacifist constitution and expand its military ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto users warned as phishing emails impersonate Google security alerts and bury malicious links
The warning comes as crypto-related fraud continues to climb.
Deloitte acquires crypto firm amid increasing digital assets exposure
Deloitte has acquired and hired blockchain infrastructure firm Blocknative. The team is set to focus on driving Web3 innovation across Deloitte's client portfolio. Founded in 2018 ...
Line-skipping services catch on at Tokyo restos
TOKYO, Japan — Priority services that allow customers to pay fees to skip lines at popular restaurants are attracting attention among customers looking for “taipa,” short for time performance. Such a ... ( read original story ...)
Bear attack suspected after partial body found in Tokyo mountains
Tracks believed to have been left by a large animal were also found nearby, local police said. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
American state clears path for banks to hold crypto assets
The measure also permits banks and credit unions to control cryptocurrencies and private keys for customers. Credit unions can offer the same services to members as long as they c ...
Marcos off to Tokyo for state visit
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will propose to Japan the possibility of importing some of its weapons and military equipment, including aircraft and missile and radar systems, when President ... ( read original story ...)
Marcos, Sakaichi to raise Japanese arms imports in Tokyo state visit
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will raise to Japan a possible importation of its military weapons and equipment, including aircraft, and missile and radar systems, during the state visit of ... ( read original story ...)