Europe is at a crossroads. The world is changing fast, and Europe needs to adapt or risk being left behind. Lars Klingbeil, Germany's Finance Minister, has a clear message: Europe must stand up for itself. For decades, Europe has relied on the United States for support. But times are changing. The
Japan's finance chief, Satsuki Katayama, recently met with U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. They talked about the yen's recent drop in value. The yen hit a one-year low. Both leaders shared worries about this sudden fall. This meeting happened in Washington. It was during a bigger meeting ab
Europe and China are trying to fix a problem with electric cars. The European Union and China have made a new plan. This plan might stop extra fees on some electric cars from China. These cars include the Volkswagen Cupra Tavascan. The European Union wants car companies to promise two things. First
Japan is buzzing with political moves. The ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is thinking about ending the current parliament session soon. They might call a surprise election for February. This is not a usual step. It shows they want to use the prime minister's popularity to their advantage. Pr
Japan's buildings and landscapes are on display in Montreal. The show is called "Built Environment: An Alternative Guide to Japan. " It is at the Université du Québec à Montréal's Centre de design. This show is open until January 25, 2026. It features 80 projects from all over Japan. These projects
Japan is worried. China might stop sending them important minerals. These minerals are used in many things. Like phones, cars, and even weapons. China said they will not send items that can be used for both good and bad things. They did not say which items. But some people think they mean rare eart
Japan is not happy with China's recent move to stop exporting certain tech items. These items can be used for both regular and military purposes. China's decision is part of a bigger argument between the two countries. The trouble started when Japan's leader made a statement about Taiwan. Japan sai
Europe is feeling the chill as an Arctic blast sweeps across the continent. This sudden cold snap is causing quite a stir, affecting everything from flights to daily commutes. In Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport saw hundreds of flights grounded due to snow-covered runways. The cold air, pushed by high-p
Japan's top finance official, Satsuki Katayama, has shown strong support for bringing crypto trading into the country's stock exchanges. She sees 2026 as a big year for digital finance. This move could change how Japan handles digital money. Right now, crypto trading in Japan is separate from regul
Europe is facing a travel nightmare. A major breakdown in radio communications has left thousands of people stuck. Greece had to shut down its airspace. This caused many flights to be canceled or delayed. The problem started on Sunday morning. Officials are still trying to figure out why the radio
