US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Japan on Tuesday for a meeting of G7 foreign ministers set to seek a common line on Gaza as calls mount for a ceaefire in the Israel-Hamas war.- Ukraine war - Another major topic at will be the Ukraine war, ( read original story ...)
G7 support for Ukraine will not waver due to Middle East conflict, Japan says
G7 support for Ukraine in its war with Russia will not be affected by the intensifying Middle East conflict, Japan said on Tuesday as the group's foreign ministers prepared to hold virtual talks with Kyiv during a meeting in Tokyo. ( read original story ...)
This dainty $13,000 EV is beating Tesla in Japan. Owners say it’s better at narrow roads and city driving.
The Nissan Sakura is the best-selling electric car in Japan this year. We asked drivers what they love about it. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s mission to bizarre asteroid Phaethon delayed to 2025
Japan's DESTINY+ mission to 3200 Phaethon, the parent body of the famous Geminid meteor shower, will have to wait a bit longer to get off the ground. ( read original story ...)
Business cards go digital amid work-style changes
Exchanging business cards is part of Japan's basic work culture. But job-hopping and side jobs are becoming more widespread, and managing these cards can be troublesome. Some firms see this as a ... ( read original story ...)
Cathie Wood-Led Ark Invest’s Crypto Pivot? Buys $5.6M Worth Of Block Shares, Sells Up Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Holdings
Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest made a significant move by purchasing $5.6 million worth of shares in Block Inc (NYSE:SQ), a company spearheaded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey.
Japan’s Nikkei falls after sharp gains, Treasury yields rise weighs
Japan's Nikkei share average fell on Tuesday as investors sold stocks to lock in profits after a sharp rally, with an overnight climb in U.S. Treasury yields turning sentiment. U.S. Treasury yields ...
Tokyo stocks end sharply higher
TOKYO: Tokyo stocks ended sharply higher Monday after Wall Street rallied following slower jobs and wage growth ...
Beer slump: Carlsberg Malaysia forges ahead with new premium Sapporo partnership despite consumer spending concerns
Beer heavyweight Carlsberg Malaysia has decided to persist with its portfolio premiumisation strategy and a new Sapporo partnership despite concerns over ‘weak’ consumer sentiment and diminished ... ( read original story ...)
Republican candidates need to be clear about where they stand on crypto | Opinion
The future of American technological leadership, the dollar’s place in a quickly evolving world and regulatory overreach are vital questions that should be addressed by the candidates vying to be president of the United States. There is no better time or place for Republican candidates to discuss them than the debate in Miami.
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Elon Musk Unveils ‘Grok’ AI Chatbot As Alternative To ‘Woke’ Rivals Like ChatGPT
Grok's developer xAI said the bot has “a rebellious streak” and is willing to answer questions other AI won't.
Japan’s inflation-adjusted wages slip in September for 18th month
Japan's real wages slipped in September for an 18th month, government data showed on Tuesday, with rising prices squeezing consumers' purchasing power, and likely to add to pressure from labour groups ... ( read original story ...)
MGI Worldwide welcomes Tokyo-based Komiyama & Co.
With a greater metropolitan population of 37 million, Tokyo has the second largest urban economy (by GDP) in the world, after New York City; is Japan’s leading business hub, and home to 37 Fortune 500 ... ( read original story ...)
Why Did Naomi Osaka Avoid Making Eye-Contact With Serena Williams? Biographer Reveals Obscure Locker Room Moment
Tennis star Naomi Osaka is about to make a comeback to the WTA Tour after taking a break due to her pregnancy. The Australian Open 2024 will probably be her first tournament back. However, as she ... ( read original story ...)
Hate airport bag check-ins? Japan firm to lighten Osaka tourists’ load
Travelers in Osaka using the service from Airporter will not need to lug their suitcases and check them in at Kansai International Airport. ( read original story ...)