America’s oldest craft brewery shuts after 127 years

A beer-maker founded in San Francisco in 1896 that promotes itself as America's "first" craft brewer is closing its doors. Anchor Brewing Company said it would cease operations and liquidate the business, pointing to years of falling sales. ( read original story ...)

EU, Japan talk cooperation on raw materials

The EU and Japan are working on a cooperation agreement for raw materials to whittle down China's dominance in the sector, leaders said in Brussels on Thursday. When it came to the raw materials ... ( read original story ...)

Welcome to the club

WHEN THE CLUB LOUNGE STAFF at the Ritz-Carlton Osaka say they will organise a running/cycling tour to Osaka castle for you, they don’t just make the arrangements. They go with you. Cajoling you into a ... ( read original story ...)