Japan

Biden says U.S. economy is world’s best. Trump calls it a ‘cesspool.’ Data is clear.

President Joe Biden is fighting to convince inflation-weary voters that the U.S. economy is healthy. “America has the best economy…

Japan bucks private equity slowdown in Asia Pacific with deal value soaring 183% last year

The total value of private equity deals in Asia Pacific last year fell to its lowest since 2014 as fundraising…

Skateboarder, 13, becomes China’s youngest Asian Games gold medalist

CNN  —  Thirteen-year-old Cui Chenxi of China clinched gold in women’s skateboarding at the Asian Games on Wednesday, becoming the…

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia before an expected meeting with Putin

Joined by his top military officials handling his nuclear-capable weapons and munitions factories, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived…

Naomi Osaka announces return to professional tennis in 2024

CNN  —  Former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka intends to return to professional tennis in 2024, the 25-year-old said in…

Vice President Harris will face doubts and dysfunction at the Southeast Asian nations summit

Vice President Kamala Harris will deepen her outreach to Southeast Asia this week at an international summit in Jakarta, Indonesia, where she’ll…

Japan in tears after first ever win against European team in FIBA World Cup

CNN  —  Japanese players and fans were left in tears after the country claimed its first ever victory against European…

Biden looks to solidify key ties with Japan and South Korea at Camp David meeting

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will host the leaders of Japan and South Korea in a first-of-its-kind trilateral meeting on Friday at…

Everything you need to know about the four 2023 Women’s World Cup semifinalists

CNN  —  And so there were four. After weeks of grueling Women’s World Cup action, only Spain, Sweden, Australia and…