Japan’s government pension fund gains JGB expertise through active bond funds
The Government Pension Investment Fund has hired active domestic bond funds for the first time…
Sanrio’s newest item looks like dog butt, exactly like it’s supposed to [Photos]
If you’ve ever wanted to take a nap while burying your face in Pompompurin’s butthole,…
U.S. launches new wave of strikes on Iran as war escalates
The U.S. has launched a new wave of strikes against Iran that targeted its Islamic…
Starbucks Japan unveils new coffee drinks… for people who don’t drink coffee
Created with Shibuya109 Lab, this new release aims to bridge the gap between traditional coffee…
PM Burnham pledges to fix England’s ‘unfair’ adult care system
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged on Wednesday to overhaul England's adult social care system,…
Life-size Legendary Pokémon Mega Rayquaza digitally greeting travelers at Tokyo train station [Vid]
Mega Rayquaza comes to Shinjuku from the stratosphere. Seeing a Rayquaza is a pretty special…
Fear of war’s spread as US, Saudi hit Iran-backed fighters in Iraq
The United States and Saudi Arabia jointly struck Iran-backed armed groups in Iraq on Wednesday,…
Japan and Australia vow to boost cooperation on quantum tech
SYDNEY – Japan and Australia have agreed to strengthen cooperation on quantum technology in areas…
Japan shut out of Asia’s 50 Best Bars top 10 for first time
Japan’s presence at Asia’s 50 Best Bars continued to shrink this year, with just three…