‘Rise of the Ronin’ preview: An open-world Souls-lite set in Bakumatsu-era 1800s Japan
The 'Countersparks' parry system is rewarding but the game appears to be more forgiving and more accessible than Souls-like games.....»»
Japan slips into a recession and loses its spot as the world s third-largest economy
Japan slips into a recession and loses its spot as the world s third-largest economy.....»»
Japan slips into a recession and loses its spot as the world s third largest economy
Japan slips into a recession and loses its spot as the world s third largest economy.....»»
Amparo falls short vs. Shigeoka in last minute world title bout
CEBU CITY, Philippines — World-rated Boholano Jake “El Bambino” Amparo faltered in his first world title shot in the hands of the defending International Boxing Federation (IBF) world minimumweight champion Ginjiro Shigeoka on Sunday, March 31, in Nagoya, Japan. Shigeoka made easy work against his last minute opponent by scoring a second round knockout. He.....»»
Melvin Jerusalem vows to end PHL’s world title drought in boxing
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Before Filipino boxers lost devastatingly in Japan, there was one who stood out and went on to become a world champion. He’s no other than Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem, who wrested the World Boxing Organization (WBO) world minimumweight title in the hands of erstwhile champion Masataka Taniguchi. Jerusalem did it in a.....»»
Magsayo punches his way into super featherweight top 10 world rankings
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world champion, Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo is starting to make his presence felt in the super featherweight division after cracking into the world’s latest top 10 rankings. Magsayo, the former World Boxing Council (WBC) world featherweight champion, is currently ranked NO. 7 in both the WBC and World Boxing Association (WBA). .....»»
PH set to open Helsinki embassy this year
The Philippines is set to open an embassy in Helsinki, Finland later this year, aiming to enhance trade and relations between the two nations, a Finnish diplomat who recently visited the Philippines said. During his two-day visit on April 11 and April 12, Jarno Syrjälä, Finland’s Undersecretary of State for International Trade, discussed areas of.....»»
Dcaa Meet 2024 all set to open at DCNHS grounds February 28
Dcaa Meet 2024 all set to open at DCNHS grounds February 28.....»»
Alcantara, partner ousted Chennai Open doubles tilt
Filipino tennister Francis Alcantara had an early exit in the Chennai Open ATP Challenger 2024 in India, as he and his partner, Japan's Kaichi Uchida, bowed to Taiwan's Yu Hsiou Hsu and India's Arjun Kadhe, 6-4, 6-4 on Wednesday......»»
Our future stands strong with the trilateral agreement
The upcoming trilateral meeting between the United States, Japan and the Philippines at the White House is perhaps one of the most consequential and significant official trips ever – perhaps even the most important engagement of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. – mainly because it will not only strengthen our relationship with the US and Japan, but will advance economic growth and boost efforts to promote peace and security not only in the Indo-Pacific region but all around the world......»»
Open ocean salmon farm a win for the economy
The final approval of New Zealand King Salmon's Blue Endeavour open ocean aquaculture project is a significant step for New Zealand's aquaculture, and a win for the economy, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. "Blue Endeavour will be the first open ocean aquaculture salmon farm in New Zealand. It's going to provide more jobs for the Marlborough region and benefit our economy b.....»»
Pinoy Aquaman sets new record in successful 10k open water swim in Capiz
CEBU CITY, Philippines — “Pinoy Aquaman” Ingemar Macarine never ceases to amaze after setting a new personal record for conquering the 10-kilometer open water swim in the Capiz Sea on Sunday, March 17, 2024. The 47-year-old Macarine bested his previous 10k open water swim in Masbate last year. From four hours and 22 minutes in.....»»
Pinoy Aquaman to conquer Capiz open sea on Sunday
CEBU CITY, Philippines — “Pinoy Aquaman” Ingemar Macarine is ready for his grueling 10-kilometer open water swim in Roxas City, Capiz on Sunday, March 16. If successful, Macarine will further stretch his record to 38 open water swims in and outside the Philippines, which no other Filipino has ever done historically. ALSO READ: Macarine eyes.....»»
Australian Open: Osaka out, Gauff, Medvedev in for next round
Two-time Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka’s Grand Slam comeback ended at the first hurdle on Monday but US Open winner Coco Gauff and men’s third seed Daniil Medvedev surged on in Melbourne. On a baking-hot day, men’s seventh seed Stefanos Tsitsipas and women’s sixth seed Ons Jabeur also tasted first-round victory. But Wimbledon champion Marketa.....»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, March 11
TOKYO -- Tokyo stocks closed significantly lower on Monday amid a strong yen and concerns for an overheated market following the overnight losses of tech-related shares in the Wall Street market. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average, ended down 868.45 points, or 2.19 percent, from Friday to close the day at 38,820.49, the lowest level since Feb. 21. (Japan-Tokyo Stocks).....»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, March 11
TOKYO -- Tokyo stocks closed significantly lower on Monday amid a strong yen and concerns for an overheated market following the overnight losses of tech-related shares in the Wall Street market. Japan's benchmark Nikkei stock index, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average, ended down 868.45 points, or 2.19 percent, from Friday to close the day at 38,820.49, the lowest level since Feb. 21. (Japan-Tokyo Stocks).....»»
IM Young makikipag tagisan ng talino sa 21st BCC Open 2024 sa Thailand
MAYNILA – Makikipag tagisan ng talino si Filipino International Master Angelo Abundo Young sa pagtulak ng 21st BCC (Bangkok Chess Club) Open 2024 na naka-iskedyul mula Abril 13 hanggang 21. Ang kompetisyon, na gaganapin sa conference center ng Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa sa Phetchaburi, Thailand, ay nagtatampok ng Open at Challenger divisions. “I ….....»»
Entitled politicians
I just returned from Tokyo for meetings with the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan Trade Organization, the government-related organization that promotes trade and investments between Japan and the world......»»
Big Dome, MOA eyed for FIVB world meet
The Philippines will be the only second Asian country, next to Japan, to host the FIVB Men’s World Championship when the 32 best teams in the world converge on local soil to duke it out for the coveted volley crown on Sept. 12 to 28 next year......»»
Japan unexpectedly slips into recession, Germany now world’s third biggest economy
Frail consumption and capital spending point to a challenging outlook for Japan’s economy.....»»
World-class convention center to rise in Cebu
A world-class convention center will rise in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu which could serve as venue for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit to be hosted by the Philippines in 2026......»»