Japan's top money boss, Satsuki Katayama, has been keeping a close watch on the country's financial markets. Why? Because the interest rates on Japan's 10-year government bonds are creeping up, getting close to 2%. This hasn't happened since way back in 2006. Katayama shared this news with reporter
The Cadence at Southern University apartments have seen a surge in crime this year. Police reports show 58 incidents, including assaults and burglaries, since January. Two tragic shootings have shaken the community. In October, 17-year-old Micah Booker lost his life there. Just recently, 21-year-old
China's navy and coast guard have been busy lately, with a lot of ships out in East Asian waters. At one point, there were over 100 vessels, which is a lot more than usual. This isn't just any old exercise; it's the biggest show of maritime muscle China has put on so far. China often does military
Endometriosis surgery can be performed in two ways: the traditional laparoscopic method and the newer robotic-assisted approach. Both are minimally invasive, but they might not be equal when it comes to post-surgery pain and the need for strong painkillers, known as opioids. Researchers wanted to s
A recent diplomatic spat between China and Japan has led to a wave of cancellations of Japanese concerts and events in China, leaving fans disappointed and organizers scrambling. The trouble started when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made comments about Taiwan that didn't sit well with Bei
In a recent turn of events, Japan's top financial and economic leaders chose not to react to the Bank of Japan's (BOJ) signal about a possible interest rate hike. This comes after Governor Kazuo Ueda hinted at the possibility of a rate increase this month. The ministers' silence is notable. Typical
The housing market is changing. More apartments are being built, but fewer people are renting them. This is pushing rent prices down. In November, the average rent for an apartment in the U. S. was $1, 367. This is a 1% drop from October. It's also down 1. 1% from November 2024. Rents have fallen 5.
The crypto world is feeling the heat. After a rough November, December isn't starting off any better. The market took a big dip overnight, shaking up what seemed like a stabilizing situation. The trouble started with Japan's central bank. Traders think the Bank of Japan might raise interest rates s
Hollywood has a secret rule. It's not written down, but it's clear. Animated sci-fi films are a no-go. This is what Alex Woo found out. He's a director. He worked on big names like Pixar and Cartoon Network. His film, "In Your Dreams, " took almost ten years to make. He says it's easier to make fant
Japan's economy is showing signs of resilience. In the third quarter of the year, companies in Japan spent more on buildings and equipment. This spending went up by 2. 9% compared to the same time last year. This is good news because it shows that the economy is still strong, even with challenges li
