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Networking in Japan

January 5, 2024 gaishikeiman 0

If you are a foreigner in Japan, you might wonder (or not) what the best venues to network with your peers are. I will keep […]

Deadly Israeli strikes pound Gaza; Trump says 'people are starving'
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 2:37 am
Israeli strikes on Gaza have killed more than 250 people since Thursday morning, local health authorities said on Friday, one of the deadliest phases of bombardment since a…
Trump reshapes U.S. Mideast policy. Can deals work instead?
on May 17, 2025 at 2:25 am
The president proclaimed a decisive break with decades of U.S. interventionism, promising a new foreign policy based instead on the art of the deal.
Japan remains committed to moon missions as Trump cuts NASA budget, JAXA chief says
on May 17, 2025 at 2:18 am
U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed a $6 billion cut to NASA's budget could upend the Artemis program to return people to the moon.
Musk's xAI blames 'unauthorized' tweak for 'white genocide' posts
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 2:17 am
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence startup has blamed an "unauthorized modification" for causing its chatbot Grok to generate misleading and unsolicited posts referencing "white genocide" in South Africa. The…
Russia-Ukraine peace talks end after less than 2 hours with deal to swap POWs
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 2:12 am
The first direct Russia-Ukraine peace talks since the early weeks of Moscow’s 2022 invasion ended after less than two hours Friday, and while both sides agreed on a…
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to resume quick deportations of Venezuelans under 18th century law
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 2:11 am
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected the Trump administration’s appeal to quickly resume deportations of Venezuelans under an 18th century wartime law. Over two dissenting votes, the justices…
Gulf states use opulence and flattery to win Trump's heart
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 2:11 am
Escorts of camels and Arabian horses. A luxury plane offered as a gift. Hundreds of men dancing with drums and scimitars before marble palaces. Extravagant displays of opulence…
Ex-South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol leaves conservative party
on May 17, 2025 at 1:38 am
The announcement comes as PPP's presidential candidate is badly trailing liberal Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung in the polls before the June 3 snap election.
FDA clears first blood test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease
on May 17, 2025 at 1:35 am
The test made by Fujirebio Diagnostics, a unit of Japan’s H.U. Group Holdings, was cleared for people 55 years and older who exhibit signs and symptoms of the disease.
Traditional performing arts are plugging into modern audiences
on May 17, 2025 at 1:30 am
Noh and kabuki are getting an image update by teaming up with pop culture figures such as Vocaloid idol Hatsune Miku and DJ Ken Ishii.
Moody's cuts America's pristine credit rating, citing rising debt
on May 17, 2025 at 1:17 am
The move that could complicate U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to cut taxes and send ripples through global markets.
Ex-FBI director James Comey meets with Secret Service over '8647' post
on May 17, 2025 at 1:16 am
In U.S. slang, the number 86 can be used as a verb meaning to throw somebody out of a bar for disorderly. Trump is the 47th U.S. president.
U.S. Supreme Court maintains block on Trump deportations under wartime law
on May 17, 2025 at 1:13 am
The top court faulted his administration for seeking to remove the Venezuelan migrants without adequate legal process.
Ukraine calls on allies to keep pressure on Russia after ceasefire talks fall short
on May 17, 2025 at 1:04 am
Russia is presenting conditions that a Ukrainian source described as "non-starters."
Beautiful Studio Ghibli tenugui can add summer anime style to your home and hand-washing【Photos】
by Casey Baseel on May 17, 2025 at 1:00 am
There are all sorts of ways to use tenugui, from wall art to bento carriers, and these Ghibli stars are up for all of them. Tenugui seems like a word that should be easy to translate. A combination of the words te, meaning “hand” or “hands,” and nugui, “wipe,” you could say that tenugui are
Vegas clings to PGA lead as Kim, Scheffler charge
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 12:42 am
Jhonattan Vegas, chasing his first major title, clung to a two-stroke lead in Friday's second round of the PGA Championship while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and South Korean Kim…
Sinner lines up Alcaraz showdown in Italian Open final
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 12:41 am
Jannik Sinner set up a blockbuster Italian Open final with Carlos Alcaraz by beating Tommy Paul 1-6, 6-0, 6-3 on Friday. World number one Sinner fought back from…
Possible remains of missing ASDF plane crew member found
on May 17, 2025 at 12:40 am
The defense minister said that body parts possibly of a missing crew member of a Self-Defense Force trainer jet that crashed into a lake have been found.
DHS asks for 20,000 National Guard troops for immigration roundups
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 12:31 am
The Department of Homeland Security has asked for 20,000 National Guard troops to assist with immigration roundups across the country, and the Pentagon is reviewing the unusual request,…
Aston Villa and Chelsea win at home and raise Champions League hopes
by Japan Today Editor on May 17, 2025 at 12:30 am
Aston Villa and Chelsea won home games and strengthened their hopes for a top five Premier League finish and a place in next year’s Champions League on Friday.…