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Hashkey joins DTCC working group as first Asian crypto service provider
Hashkey joined the DTCC’s working group on tokenization innovation as the first Asian crypto service provider to join with over 100 financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan.
Pakistan bat in their Asia Cup campaign opener on slow pitch
Thailand's captain Naruemol Chaiwai returns in must-win contest
Asia sees digital asset custody infrastructure deals from Ripple, Coincheck
Ripple was among the latest blockchain companies to sign a strategic partnership to build more custody and tokenized asset management solutions for Asian institutional participants.
EU or Eurasia: Why Putin sparred with Armenia’s PM
Relations between Russia and Armenia have reached historic lows as Yerevan pivots towards the West.
Cricketers to get best rooms at Asian Games 2026, says Japanese official
Cricket is a minor sport in Japan, but it will provide the best accommodation to participating teams, the official says.
Indonesia opt to bowl in maiden Asia Cup appearance
These two teams will be facing each other for the first time in international cricket.
Scientists make potential breakthrough in search for dark matter
Researchers in South Dakota observed hints of it during a deep-underground experiment but stopped short of saying they finally detected this elusive cosmic component.
Japan developing GPS-based app to locate nationals overseas
The app is expected to help verify the safety of Japanese citizens swiftly in the event of an armed conflict or a massive disaster overseas.
Reviled in the U.S., data centers win support in Brazil’s presidential election
Both Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and rival Flavio Bolsonaro are making data centers central to their pitches to bolster the economy.
Shein valued at $26bn after long-awaited stock market debut
The firm's Hong Kong listing on Tuesday comes after a years-long quest to sell shares in New York and London.
Shein shares plunge 10% in Hong Kong debut after rocky road to IPO
The shares fell to as low as HK$43.72 in early trading, compared with the IPO price of HK$48.56, before recovering some of the losses.
Driven by faith, activists stand up to fellow Jews to protect Palestinians
A small movement of Israelis, many of them religious Jews, periodically go to the occupied West Bank to protect Palestinians under growing assault by violent settlers.
In war-split Myanmar, ‘spirit consorts’ commune across divide
At the annual Taungbyone Festival, the dazzling mediums drank, danced and swooned as they communed with the 111 divine ghosts of ancient Burmese folk religion
The Japanese idealist behind the only foreign deradicalization program in Somalia
With Washington and other donors reducing much of their aid to Somalia, Yosuke Nagai's agency has effectively become the only foreign-run one still working on deradicalization.
For foreign nationals in Japan, are rent hike notices take it or leave it?
Some accept the inevitability of having to pay higher rents due to inflation. Others find the extra financial burden frustrating amid stagnant wages.
Sumo misses out on potential superstar as Hidetora Hanada decides against turning pro
According to a Japanese media report, the former amateur yokozuna was still mulling over the decision right up until the deadline.
Fatal floods expose threats to hydropower in the roof of the world
A changing climate is bringing unstable glaciers and unpredictable rain, creating new risks and raising costs for hydropower projects.
Tokyo to lift ban on bear hunting next April
According to a new bear management plan, the Tokyo government will aim to cull about 34 bears a year to keep the population from increasing.
What’s next for Komeito?
Whether Komeito's former members in the Centrist Reform Alliance choose to stay or leave is a decision that has far-reaching ramifications.
Australia and U.S. commit $580 million to support Pacific island nations
The funding follows an increase in China's influence in recent years via grants, infrastructure projects and donations.
Hopes of finding survivors dim a week after catastrophic Nepal flood
At least 1,050 people have been killed and nearly 4,000 remain unaccounted for.
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to collusion
Once a symbol of Hong Kong's democracy movement, Joshua Wong has been in custody since late 2020 and sentenced multiple times for his role in anti-government protests in 2019.
Xi begins busiest travel month since 2019 before Trump talks
The travel schedule comes as China's leader aims to convince nations that Beijing offers better global leadership than the U.S.
Lack of media coverage concerns some quake-hit Kumamoto areas
There have been differences among areas in Kumamoto in terms of the number of disaster relief volunteers and donation amounts.
Swallows pitcher Masanori Ishikawa retiring with no regrets after 25 seasons
Ishikawa won 188 games for the Swallows, the only team he played for during his pro career.
Panel calls for remote analysis of tokuryū criminal group communications
The NPA aims to introduce remote analysis at an early date after the panel announces its final recommendations as soon as this month.
Nearly 1,000 business manager visa holders left Japan in first half of 2026
Under stricter requirements imposed since October, applicants must now have at least ¥30 million in capital, up from ¥5 million.
How Japan’s bond rout is turning the tide of global capital
While there's no sign of Japan dumping its $2.4 trillion hoard in overseas debt yet, global fund managers and a growing body of data is showing a steadier drawdown is underway.
Japan to subsidize community efforts to prevent child suicides
The move comes at a time when the number of suicides among elementary, junior high and high school students marked a record high of 538 in 2025.
Yayoi Kusama’s polka dots were never just dots
Yayoi Kusama, who died at 97 last month, turned hallucinations and a fear of self-obliteration into a global visual language.
Satellite images reveal scale of flood devastation in Nepal villages
Before-and-after images show villages, bridges and a key Nepal-Tibet border crossing washed away by devastating floodwaters.
Why is this teenager fighting fires dressed as Superman?
A 17-year-old boy has gone viral for wearing a superhero costume while volunteer firefighting in Indonesia, as the country faces a super El Niño.
Once a village, now barren land - BBC in valley devastated by floods
The BBC reports from Sano Barkhu, a village overlooking the town of Syfrubesi, which was destroyed by the Nepal flooding.
'Like fighting a dinosaur': Sydney woman recalls how she punched shark during attack
Leah Stewart, 34, was mauled by a great white shark in June during a morning swim at Coogee Beach.
What will Sonia Gandhi's memoir reveal about India's most powerful dynasty?
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir may finally answer questions about power, loss and the Gandhi family’s political legacy.
'I haven't lost my hope' - the search for missing loved ones
Relatives of those still missing in the fatal floods in Nepal hold onto hope that their loved ones have survived.
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.
'Moonies' church leader jailed for two years over bribery offences
Han Hak-ja, 83, gave South Korea's former first lady two Chanel bags and a diamond necklace, a court found.
Orangutans in danger as wildfires blaze through Borneo
Wildfires in Indonesia have destroyed part of the natural habitat of hundreds of orangutans, risking the survival of the species.
South Korea police officer admits to closing missing person cases to avoid work
The officer falsely claimed he contacted missing persons and prematurely closed their cases on the South Korean holiday island of Jeju.
'I've never been to Afghanistan': Six million deportees forced to start over under the Taliban
As of August, the number forced to return this year from Pakistan and Iran had reached another million.
River water smashed into tunnel and chased me for 20 minutes, Nepal worker tells BBC
Major efforts to rescue hydropower workers continue as Nepal's death toll exceeds 1,000.
US sailors arrive in Thailand's Pattaya after record 250 days at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln is docking close to Pattaya, known for its neon-lit nightlife, and for sex tourism.
Why US troops have a history in this raucous Thai city
The BBC's Jonathan Head looks at the historical echoes of US troops arriving in Pattaya, a beach resort famous for its racy bars.
The final minutes before floodwater crashed through Nepal-China border
More than 100 Indians are missing at a vital Nepal-China trade crossing after devastating Himalayan floods.
Nepal intensifies relief and recovery efforts after deadly floods, UN says
More than 1,200 people have died and thousands are missing, as rescue efforts continue and aid is airlifted to villages.
Jailed HK activist Joshua Wong pleads guilty to foreign collusion
Wong, 29, is already in prison on subversion charges under the controversial National Security Law.
Fish-fruit pairings catching on as novel way to spur demand
With fish consumption declining, particularly among younger people, one fish market official hopes pairing fish with fruit will give dishes a "sense of novelty and visual flair."
Xi returns to transformed Middle East for first Egypt visit in 10 years
The Chinese leader is coming back to a region convulsed by war and with U.S. economic weapons once again deployed against Tehran.
Bank of America vice president killed in Manhattan stabbing
Erin Piacenti — who was a vice president of business selection and conflicts at the bank, according to a LinkedIn profile — died at the hospital from the stabbing injuries.
BOJ’s Ueda hints at September rate hike as bets on move mount
Expectations have also been fueled by a slew of comments by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent hinting at the need for action.
Nepal flood relief vehicles trapped as heavy rain turns roads to mud
Thousands in Nepal are still waiting to be rescued, but unpredictable weather is making such operations increasingly difficult.
Rescue efforts continue on both sides of Nepal-Tibet border
Rescue dogs searched for flood victims in Tibet while authorities worked through the night at a Nepal power plant where hundreds are missing.
Russian cybercrime operation being dismantled after two decades: U.S. and CrowdStrike
Though it has been overshadowed by more disruptive cybercriminals, the Russian hacking operation remains one of the internet's longest-running cybercriminal enterprises.
Takaichi's $640 billion AI gamble faces reality check in a struggling city
In Kitakami, a sleepy city deep in the countryside 500 kilometers north of Tokyo, Japan's AI revolution is unfolding more as a slow burn than a boom.
The Soviet defection that exposed Japan’s security conundrum
A Soviet pilot's landing of a MiG-25 at Hakodate Airport was an 'intelligence bonanza' that also revealed gaps in Japan's defenses.
Over 900 Nepal students saved by call warning of flood and quick thinking
School's successful evacuation offers a rare glimmer of hope in a natural disaster that has killed over 900 people with thousands still missing.
Yamaguchi Financial to dump more Japan bonds on faster BOJ hikes
Banks and other investors are grappling with soaring bond yields as the central bank seeks to combat inflation in an economy that had previously seen prices sink for years.
Matchmaking events for people with same surname emerge in Japan
Some are trying to circumvent Japan's surname rule for married couples by finding someone who already has the same last name.
G20 finance chiefs — except China — back action on distorted trade
China's massive export push has pressured economies across the globe, especially as the U.S. has imposed high tariffs on Chinese goods.
Shelter for families with children opens after Kumamoto earthquake
The specialized evacuation shelter, which also caters to the needs of pregnant women, is the only one of its kind in Kumamoto.
Nepal’s wall of missing offers last hope after glacial flash flood destruction
A crowd gathers constantly in front of the gallery, with some people filming the rows of printed faces.
After collapse of merger talks, centrist parties seek unity without unification
More questions than answers have emerged over the fate of the Centrist Reform Alliance following the collapse of its plan to merge with two other opposition parties.
Japan turns to AI in fight against investment fraud
The Consumer Affairs Agency plans to use the technology to find schemes with similar patterns to past fraud cases and malicious business operators to enable quicker intervention.
Japan’s top court to test use of AI in civil trials
The Supreme Court has announced its budget request for fiscal 2027, which included some ¥60 million for expenses related to the use of AI.
Japan arrests man in Iwate twice for hamster massacres
Police say the man teamed up with two different women on separate occasions and killed dozens of hamsters in a violation of animal protection laws.
Over 1 in 3 young Japanese not interested in tying the knot, survey finds
The poll by the Children and Families Agency found that 35.1% of those surveyed said they had "no intention" of getting married.
Foreign Ministry sets up Cyber Security Policy Division to combat cyberattacks
The Foreign Ministry determined that a dedicated division to cyber security is needed amid increasing cyber threats driven by advances in artificial intelligence.
In Japan’s mountains, a different way to manage bears
A program has been credited with prompting both a recovery in bear numbers — although the animals are hard to count — and fewer encounters with humans.
USJ to expand theme park site for first time
The Osaka Municipal Government said that it will lease a land plot adjacent to the northern side of the theme park to the company.
Russia criticizes Japan-U.S.-Australia military drills featuring Typhon missile system
Moscow called the deployment of the powerful weapon on Japanese territory "absolutely unacceptable" and warned of "compensatory countermeasures."
In Japan, sometimes the person who can’t read the air is exactly who you need
Japanese has a rich vocabulary for sensing moods, social expectations and the subtle signals that shape interactions.
U.S. launches new assault on Iran, which fires on U.S. base in Jordan
The strikes followed a weekend exchange of fire — the first since July — and Monday strikes on two tankers leaving the Strait of Hormuz.
Love, lust and life in Saikaku’s Japan
Edo Japan, according to novelist Ihara Saikaku, was a world in which love could save or destroy you.
Bessent urges BOJ chief to combat weak yen with ‘decisive’ monetary steps
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also urged central bank Gov. Kazuo Ueda to anchor inflation expectations and avoid excessive yen volatility through sound monetary policy.
Social-media age bans won’t make children safer — but this will
A more effective strategy to protect young people would force tech firms to remove addictive features by holding them to product-liability standards—as with most other industries.
U.N. faces contentious Iran nuclear vote ahead of General Assembly
A vote raises the prospect of vetoes by both Russia and China, which argue that the Security Council no longer has a mandate to consider the Iranian nuclear issue.
Putin says Russia is winning on battlefield, will not negotiate with ‘terrorists’
Russia controls about a fifth of Ukraine 4½ years after Moscow's invasion.
Germany blames Russia for airport drone incident, hits back with sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin later branded the sanctions move as a "mistake."
The U.K.’s bedroom generation is a ticking time bomb
Studies show that extended social isolation is associated with health risks comparable to those of obesity and smoking. It can also interrupt cognitive development.