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SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son floats idea of US-Japan sovereign wealth fund
Washington and Tokyo discuss possibility of fund that would make large-scale US tech and infrastructure investments ... ( read original story ...)
India is world’s 4th largest economy overtaking Japan: NITI Aayog chief
India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, NITI Aayog CEO B V R Subrahmanyam said on Saturday. Citing IMF data, he noted that India is now a $4 trillion economy, behind ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto investor charged in New York City for kidnapping, torture of Italian tourist, police say
Two people were arrested in New York City Friday in connection with the kidnapping and torture of an Italian tourist, authorities said.John Woeltz, 37, was barefoot and dressed in a white bathrobe as ...
A crypto investor is charged with kidnapping and torturing a man in an NYC apartment for weeks
Officials say a cryptocurrency investor has been arrested and charged with kidnapping, assaulting and holding a man against his will for several weeks in an upscale Manhattan town house.
Swarming insects causing distress at World Exposition in Osaka
Swarms of midges have become a headache at the World Exposition in Osaka, causing visitors to cringe and raising concerns about possi ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Residential Real Estate Market Analysis 2025
Residential property prices in Japan, especially in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area, are increasing amidst improving demand and weakening construction activity. In January 2025, the residential property ... ( read original story ...)
Honda to cut back on EV investment due to dissatisfaction in the market
The Honda Motor Company announced Tuesday it will cut back on its previous investment plan for electric vehicle technology in response to its disappointment in the growth of the EV market. ( read original story ...)
‘I don’t have a good relationship with the doping tests’: Naomi Osaka details 5 AM wake-up call in Paris
Naomi Osaka spoke about her experience after undergoing a 5 AM anti-doping test prior to Roland Garros. The four-time Grand Slam champion stated she doesn't "have a good relationship" with drug tests. ( read original story ...)
Crypto entrepreneur arrested for allegedly torturing a man for weeks: Police
The suspect made his initial appearance in court Saturday where he was held without bail on charges of kidnapping, assault and unlawful imprisonment.
Naomi Osaka Hit With “Scary” 5AM Drug Test Before French Open
Naomi Osaka recounted the "scary" experience of a 5AM wake-up call to be drug tested before the start of Roland Garros 2025. ( read original story ...)
Crypto investor accused of sadistically torturing biz partner in NYC luxury townhouse
A cryptocurrency investor has been charged after he allegedly kidnapped an Italian tourist and tortured him for two weeks -- using a taser, chainsaw and other twisted methods -- inside a plush New York City apartment.
Crypto entrepreneur accused of kidnapping, torture in SoHo apartment ordered held without bail
SOHO, Manhattan (WABC) -- A man who was charged in the kidnapping and torture of a former crypto business partner for weeks in a SoHo apartment was ordered held without bail. John Woeltz, 37, was arraigned on Saturday morning after being arrested and ...
Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi visits UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka welcomed Dr Sultan Al Neyadi, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and UAE astronaut, for a special visit that brought ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo governor wants the mega city to make women’s “dreams come true”
Kim Kardashian Makes First Statement After Paris Robbery Trial Verdict Lexi Thompson hasn't missed a U.S. Women's Open since age 12, tops field in appearances White House dismisses scores of National ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka ‘enjoying’ battle to get back to top
Naomi Osaka is "enjoying" her fight to climb back to the upper echelons of tennis as she prepares for her French Open campaign, after showing signs of a return to form this year. ( read original story ...)