After a short break from filming, Yamashita smiled and chatted with the staff while many fans looked on. On this day, we were filming the movie “SEE HEAR LOVE ~I Love You Even If You Can’t See or Hear ... ( read original story ...)
Takeru Sato and Kenichi Matsuyama acting with all their might surrounded by extras in the cold and drizzly weather of Sakuragicho, Yokohama…!
A cold wind from the sea is blowing in Sakuragicho, Yokohama. One afternoon, on a bridge just below the famous Giant Ferris Wheel, I witnessed the location shooting of the drama "It would have been ... ( read original story ...)
‘Devastating Investor Carnage’—Ex-SEC Offical Issues ‘Inevitable’ Crypto Bank Run Prediction After Huge Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Crash
The former chief of internet enforcement at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has predicted FTX rival Binance could see a run on deposits, potentially causing "devastating investor ...
The SEC’s Gary Gensler and other regulators seized control of the crypto debate—this week lawmakers will try to grab it back
Proof of State is the Wednesday edition of Fortune Crypto where Leo Schwartz delivers insider insight on policy and regulation. As anyone who gained their civics education from Schoolhouse Rock should ...
Coinbase is ‘laser-focused’ on growing dev world and onboarding crypto-curious
For crypto exchange giant Coinbase, 2023 is all about getting web3 into new markets and partnerships while onboarding more users into crypto.
City regulator joins Met in raids on suspected crypto ATM operations
Joint investigation with police in London follows similar operartion in Leeds as part of wider crackdown on sector ...
SoftBank-backed OakNorth leans towards U.S. IPO in overseas push
OakNorth is leaning towards the United States for a prospective stock market listing, as the British bank considers ways to grow in the world's largest economy, including securing a local U.S.
Tokyo Shares Close Higher Despite Powell Comments
Tokyo shares closed higher for a fourth straight day on Tuesday, supported by a weaker yen, despite US Fed chair Jerome Powell hinting at fresh rate hikes to fight inflation.
Ohtani’s Japan teammates, like Lars Nootbaar, are also fans
Everyone in Japan seems to be a fan of Shohei Ohtani, and the buzz even extends to his teammates. That includes St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar — the first to play for Japan's national team because of ancestry. ( read original story ...)
Boeing nears 737 MAX deal with Japan Airlines -sources
Japan Airlines Co (JAL) is close to placing an order for more than 20 Boeing 737 MAX airplanes as it renews its medium-haul fleet, industry sources said on Wednesday. JAL confirmed it was involved in talks to buy new jets but declined further comment. ( read original story ...)
Japan activists demand dual-surname option on Women’s Day
Women’s rights activists in Japan are renewing their demand for the government to allow married couples the option to keep both of their surnames, saying the current practice in which most women face social pressure to adopt their husbands’ ( read original story ...)
Hold the Mayo as Japan Egg Shortage Hits McDonald’s to 7-Eleven
McDonald’s, 7-Eleven and mayonnaise-maker Kewpie are just some of the firms in Japan contending with the worst-ever global outbreak of bird flu. ( read original story ...)
Police arrest three for malicious prank at sushi restaurant in Japan
Japanese police have arrested three people who posted on social media a prank at a sushi restaurant that included one of them putting his mouth on a soy sauce dispenser spout. ( read original story ...)
This psychoactive plant could save lives—and everyone wants to cash in
Iboga plants smuggled out of Gabon provide most of the world’s ibogaine, a drug that can help heal trauma and addiction. As the plant enters fair trade, officials hope regulation ensures equity and ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo doctor arrested over indecent assault allegations as ex-patient recalls trauma
Police arrested the head of a medical clinic in the capital's Toshima Ward on March 8 on suspicion of indecently assaulting female patients. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s ispace to list shares in Tokyo ahead of moon landing
The start-up is authorised to list 200 million shares and will debut on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's growth section on April 12, according to a release from the exchange, which lists the company's ... ( read original story ...)