In response, experts at Oil Change International and Friends of the Earth Japan issued the following statement: Laurie van der Burg, Public Finance Campaign Co-Manager at Oil Change International said ... ( read original story ...)
JR Central honorary chairman Kasai, who led rail privatization, dies
Yoshiyuki Kasai, the honorary chairman of Central Japan Railway Co. who played a key role in privatizing Japan National Railways in ... ( read original story ...)
Desktop air curtain could block viral spread in hospitals
The team has now tested the DACS on patients during blood collection at Nagoya University Hospital. (Courtesy: Junki Mikami (FUIGO)) Medical procedures such as collection of blood samples or ... ( read original story ...)
PM Ismail Sabri: Malaysia and Japan finalise three memoranda of cooperation in Tokyo
Malaysia and Japan finalised three memoranda of cooperation (MoC) related to the aircraft industry, skilled workers as well youth and sports here today. ( read original story ...)
In home of world’s biggest nuclear plant, a vote may shape Japan’s atomic future
Three days before a vote to choose their region's next governor, a handful of residents in Kashiwazaki, a sleepy coastal town in northern Japan, stood by a road to hear the race's long-shot contender ... ( read original story ...)
There’s good and bad inflation, and Japan is experiencing bad inflation, says food company
Europe may need to have supply restrictions to combat energy shortages, says BofA's Francisco Blanch Got a confidential news tip? We want to hear from you. Sign up for free newsletters and get more ... ( read original story ...)
How Influencers Hype Crypto, Without Disclosing Their Financial Ties
Logan Paul, Paul Pierce and other celebrities have promoted risky and obscure digital currencies, sometimes failing to mention their conflicts of interest. ( read original story ...)
Indy 500 drivers find crypto craze fuels needed sponsorship
Should he win one of auto racing’s crown jewel races, Conor Daly would gladly take the seven-figure payout awarded to the Indianapolis 500 champion and deposit traditional American cash straight in ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo reports 2,630 new coronavirus cases
The Tokyo metropolitan government on Friday reported 2,630 new coronavirus cases, down 761 from Thursday and down 1,542 from last Friday. The number of infected people hospitalized with severe ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to ‘Drastically Strengthen’ Military Capability – Draft
Japan aims to "drastically strengthen" its military capabilities, according to an economic policy draft seen by Reuters, as officials worry that Russia's invasion of Ukraine could prompt instability ... ( read original story ...)
Ismail Sabri meets top Japanese business leaders in Tokyo
TOKYO: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob met top Japanese business leaders in a private business session on Friday morning to explore their potential further interest in Malaysia. ( read original story ...)
BOJ discloses steps on climate change in business report
The Bank of Japan included information on measures it is taking to combat climate change, such as figures on its energy use and carbon dioxide emissions, as part of its annual business report released ... ( read original story ...)
Japan will reopen to group tours on June 10
Currently, Japan allows up to 10,000 international arrivals per day, a number that includes Japanese citizens, foreign students and business travelers. The move more broadly paves the way for ... ( read original story ...)
Japan to restart idled nuclear power plants, says its prime minister
Japan will take steps to restart idled nuclear power plants to maximize nuclear power to stabilize energy prices and supply, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said. ( read original story ...)
Ismail meets top Japanese business leaders in Tokyo
Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob with Rohm Wako Co Ltd founder Yosuke Yoshioka at the private business session meeting in Tokyo today. (Bernama pic) (Bernama pic) TOKYO: Prime Minister Ismail Sabri ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto and sports bet on winning combination to woo fans
When Crypto.com stamped its name on Los Angeles’ main sports arena, the crypto exchange’s boss Kris Marszalek said the $700mn deal marked “the moment that cryptocurrencies . ( read original story ...)