Japan’s media giant Nikkei has fallen victim to a significant cyberattack after an employee’s computer was infected with malware, compromising the company’s Slack platform and exposing the personal data of more than 17,000 employees and business partners. The company confirmed that no journalistic sources were leaked, but cybersecurity experts warn this breach highlights a growing threat — attacks that “live off the land” by using valid credentials to move undetected inside corporate systems.

Nikkei Hit by Major Cyberattack After Employee Error | 17,000 Records Exposed in Slack Breach

#Gravitas Japan has clinched the 2025 trash-picking sports world cup. A sport that mixes competitiveness with sustainability. 

Japan Wins the 2025 Trash-picking World Cup 

APEC: At the 2025 APEC summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held their first official meeting.


APEC: Japan PM Sanae Takaichi﻿ Meets S Korean President for Historic Bilateral Talks

APEC 2025: At the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit held in Gyeongju﻿, South Korea, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi﻿ met with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung﻿ in their first formal bilateral discussions. 


APEC: Japan PM Sanae Takaichi﻿ Meets South Korean President Lee Jae Myung﻿ for Bilateral Talks

APEC 2025: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their first summit on Thursday (October 30, 2025), vowing to improve relations long strained by wartime disputes. 


APEC 2025: Japan PM Takaichi Meets S Korean President 

In a world ruled by men and marked by secrecy, one woman broke all boundaries — Japan’s rare female Yakuza.
Her journey through the country’s criminal underworld defies convention and reveals the dark, complex hierarchy of Japan’s most feared crime syndicate.
From loyalty and betrayal to survival and power, this story unravels the hidden face of organized crime and the extraordinary life of a woman who dared to rise within it.


A Japanese Woman Yakuza Who Made Her Way Through The Underworld

Japan’s first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has unintentionally created a viral fashion moment. The “Grace Delight Tote” she carries — made by 145-year-old Hamano Inc. in Nagano — has become a global sensation after she was spotted with it outside her residence.
Priced at $895, the leather handbag weighs just 700 grams, balancing elegance and practicality. The surge in demand has overwhelmed the brand, delaying shipments until April.
Experts say Takaichi’s choice reflects patriotism and support for Japanese craftsmanship, echoing how global leaders’ style statements can transform local brands overnight.

Japan PM’s $895 Local Luxury Bag Sparks Frenzy: Now Everyone Wants One

When Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi strode into office carrying a sleek black tote, she likely didn’t expect to spark a national shopping frenzy.

Handcrafted Leather Bag Gains Fans for Practicality, Manufacturer Flooded With Orders

Donald Trump calls himself the “peace president,” but critics argue he’s profited the most from war and defense deals. As he champions diplomacy on the global stage, questions arise — is Trump truly pursuing peace, or strategically leveraging conflict for political and financial gain? Watch as we decode the paradox of Trump’s peace narrative versus his profit-driven policies.

Trump: The President Who Profits From War Talks Of Peace

Donald Trump meets Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo, focusing on key issues like trade and regional security. The meeting highlights efforts to strengthen U.S.-Japan relations, enhance economic cooperation, and address strategic challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.

U.S. Signs Trade, Rare Earths Deal With Japan

U.S. President Donald Trump praises Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, highlighting her leadership and the strength of U.S.-Japan relations.

Trump Hails Japan-U.S. Ties: Addresses Business Leaders In Tokyo

US-Japan: U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan’s first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi signed a landmark framework agreement in Tokyo to secure the supply of critical minerals and rare earth elements through mining, processing, and coordinated investments.


US-Japan: Trump and Takaichi Seal Rare Earths Deal, Hail ‘Golden Age’ in US-Japan Alliance

U.S. President Donald Trump is in Japan, meeting the nation’s new Prime Minister and Emperor: his second audience with the Japanese monarch in six years.

What does this rare diplomatic reunion signal for U.S.-Japan relations, Asia-Pacific security, and global power shifts?

 U.S. Prez Trump To Meet Japan's New PM | Second Visit With Emperor In Six Years 

US President Donald Trump visits Japan for the second leg of his Asia tour. The visit comes after a 5-day conflict in July, which was the heaviest fighting among neighboring countries in years. S

Trump in Japan Amid Regional Tensions | July Conflict Heaviest Fighting | WION 

US President Donald Trump landed in Malaysia on Sunday to attend the ASEAN Summit, surprising onlookers with a brief dance during a traditional welcome ceremony.


ASEAN Summit 2025: Trump Dances With Malaysian Performers, Internet Praises His Energetic Moves 

Leaders from across Southeast Asia and beyond are converging in Kuala Lumpur for the 47th Asean Summit, a biannual gathering that focusses on the bloc’s growing economic and strategic significance. This year’s summit is particularly historic as East Timor joins as ASEAN’s 11th member, expanding the organization for the first time since the 1990s. The summit will see discussions on regional security, economic integration, climate action, and conflict resolution, with participation from global powers including the United States, China, Japan, India, and Australia.


ASEAN summit 2025: PM Modi will attend the ASEAN meeting virtually 

Trump tests his 'trade touch' in Southeast Asia

The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an enhanced ceasefire deal on Sunday (October 26, 2025) in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump, who intervened in July to bring an end to their deadly five-day border conflict.


ASEAN summit 2025: Thailand-Cambodia sign peace deal after violent border clashes in July 

Breaking: Jaishankar to meet US Secretary of state in Kuala Lumpur 

ASEAN summit 2025: Trump to discuss investment opportunities during Asia tour

U.S. President Donald Trump is on a crucial visit to Southeast Asia. The visit comes at a critical time, as Trump seeks to showcase his deal-making skills amid mounting global tensions and a bruising trade war with China. His itinerary includes Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea, with trade, critical minerals, and ceasefire diplomacy topping the agenda.


ASEAN summit 2025: Trump tests his 'trade touch' in Southeast Asia

United States President Donald Trump, along with Cambodia and Thailand, are going to sign the 'great peace deal' between the Southeast Asian countries in Malaysia, the US president informed while aboard Air Force One.


ASEAN summit 2025: Trump seeks Xi's role in ending Ukraine war 

BREAKING: Trump arrives in Malaysia, US President to witness signing of Cambodia-Thailand peace deal

Donald Trump says he is scheduled to meet Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Takaichi, marking a significant diplomatic engagement. Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate virtually in the upcoming ASEAN summit, highlighting India’s continued commitment to regional cooperation and strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia. Stay tuned for updates on these important political developments.

Trump Scheduled To Meet Japan's New PM Takaichi Soon

Sanae Takaichi's victory as Japan’s first female Prime Minister has sparked a surge in Tokyo’s stock market.
Analysts attribute the rally to expectations of market-friendly policies, including continued low interest rates and increased government spending

Japan gets its first female PM; markets cheer ‘Sanaenomics’ and fiscal plans

Japan's lower house of parliament on Tuesday appointed the conservative China critic Sanae Takaichi as the country's first woman prime minister. The 64-year-old, a staunch conservative who admires Margaret Thatcher, appointed unexpectedly by majority in a first round of voting, will formally take office after meeting the emperor later Tuesday.

Takaichi Wins Historic Vote To become Japan's First Female PM! 

Japan's lower house of parliament on Tuesday appointed the conservative China critic Sanae Takaichi as the country's first woman prime minister. The 64-year-old, a staunch conservative who admires Margaret Thatcher, appointed unexpectedly by majority in a first round of voting, will formally take office after meeting the emperor later Tuesday.


Japan's New PM, Takaichi Wins Historic Vote To become Japan's First Female PM!

Japan: PM Modi congratulates Sanae Takaichi, Takaichi receives 237 votes in Lower House

Japan: Sanae Takaichi elected new PM, Takaichi wins historic vote to become Japan's first female PM

As Japan faces rapid yen decline. Finance minister Katsunobu Kato warned that the government is watching for one-sided movements in the currency market. The yen has slipped to nearly 153 or about 1.87 dollar marking its biggest weekly fall since October last year.

Japan FM Flags Rapid Yen Slide

Typhoon Halong has struck Japan’s Izu Islands, bringing violent winds and heavy rain. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued warnings for strong winds, high waves, and heavy rainfall, with totals expected to reach up to 300mm in 24 hours. Gusts may exceed 250 km/h, with sustained winds around 180 km/h, posing a serious threat to homes and infrastructure. Residents have been advised to evacuate as the storm continues to affect areas south of Tokyo. Watch to know more! 


Typhoon Halong: A Nightmare for Japan Hits the Izu Islands

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Nikkei Hit by Major Cyberattack After Employee Error | 17,000 Records Exposed in Slack Breach

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Nikkei Hit by Major Cyberattack After Employee Error | 17,000 Records Exposed in Slack Breach

Japan Wins the 2025 Trash-picking World Cup

APEC: Japan PM Sanae Takaichi﻿ Meets S Korean President for Historic Bilateral Talks

APEC: Japan PM Sanae Takaichi﻿ Meets South Korean President Lee Jae Myung﻿ for Bilateral Talks

APEC 2025: Japan PM Takaichi Meets S Korean President

A Japanese Woman Yakuza Who Made Her Way Through The Underworld

Japan PM’s $895 Local Luxury Bag Sparks Frenzy: Now Everyone Wants One

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Trump: The President Who Profits From War Talks Of Peace

U.S. Signs Trade, Rare Earths Deal With Japan

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U.S. Prez Trump To Meet Japan's New PM | Second Visit With Emperor In Six Years

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