Tennis star Naomi Osaka discussed the influence that Allen Iverson has had on her career at the 2026 U.S. Open. Osaka is one of the most fashion-forward stars in the world of tennis right now, ... ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka pays tribute to Allen Iverson with striking US Open outfit
Naomi Osaka made another grand entrance at the US Open with a burnout hoodie inspired by NBA and fashion icon Allen Iverson styled by Law Roach. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka On Channeling Allen Iverson and NYC In Custom Who Decides War at the 2026 US Open
The US Open has always felt like a homecoming of sorts, so I wanted to harness the energy and vibe of the city into my look,” Osaka tells Vogue. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo stocks open mixed on renewed Middle East tensions, energy gains
Tokyo stocks opened mixed Tuesday, with the Nikkei stock index dragged down by overnight losses on Wall Street amid a resumption of m ... ( read original story ...)
Japan is using AI, drones and wolf robots to keep bears at bay
Bear attacks in Japan have hit a record high, with 13 deaths and more than 220 injuries recorded between April 2025 and March 2026. It is a sharp increase from the same period the previous year, when ... ( read original story ...)
Japan, US agreed orderly yen movement critical for market stability, finance minister says
ASHEVILLE, North Carolina, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Monday she met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and agreed that orderly yen movement is ... ( read original story ...)
Japan manufacturing new business rises at fastest pace since 2018, PMI shows
TOKYO, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Japan's manufacturing sector picked up in August as new business grew at the fastest pace since January 2018 on solid demand for semiconductors and AI-related products, a ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka woman arrested after placing $27 million in fake anime merch orders over two years
Mayu Yoshida, 32, allegedly used 238 fake accounts to flood Shueisha's Jump Character Store with orders she never intended to pay for. ( read original story ...)
‘Harry Potter’ Series, ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘The White Lotus’ on the Slate as HBO Max Sets October Launch on Prime Video, Hulu Japan
Harry Potter,' 'Game of Thrones' and 'The White Lotus' anchor HBO Max's October launch on Prime Video and Hulu Japan. ( read original story ...)
Naomi Osaka calls tennis her ‘side hustle’ as she opens up about being a mom to 3-year-old daughter Shai
The two-time US Open winner welcomed her daughter with ex-boyfriend Cordae in July 2023 ... ( read original story ...)
See 7 of Naomi Osaka’s Best Tennis Outfits Over the Years
Naomi Osaka is known for making an entrance when it comes to her match day outfits. Here are seven of Naomi Osaka’s best tennis outfits over the years. ( read original story ...)
Japan Inc is betting big on India as China risks deepen
Japanese companies are doubling down on India amid a shrinking domestic market and rising risks in China. ( read original story ...)
Japan seeks record US$55.6bil defence budget, with AI focus
The defence ministry plans to implement an AI-powered decision support system and acquire low-cost drones to work alongside long-range missiles. ( read original story ...)
Hokkaido and Osaka governors meet to discuss secondary capital concept
The two agreed to cooperate on realizing a system where both prefectures would have backup capital functions in the event of a disaster in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
Japan targets record defense spend as China pressure grows
The Defense Ministry wants more drones and missiles, but the pace of spending increases might look slow to Washington. ( read original story ...)
Japan to beef up its defense with drones, AI and missiles, defense budget plans show
Japan’s Defense Ministry has disclosed details of an 8.9 trillion yen ($55.6 billion) budget request for the next fiscal year that officials say will increase significantly after the government adopts ... ( read original story ...)