Japan downgrades Q4 GDP, US tariffs cloud outlook
By Satoshi Sugiyama TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan’s economy expanded in the October-December quarter at a slower pace than initially reported, weighed…
Japan government to work with BOJ on rising living costs, economy minister says
By Leika Kihara TOKYO (Reuters) – Japan’s Economy Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Tuesday the government will work closely with…
Panama Canal weighs pipeline to move gas, with eye on Asian clients
By Elida Moreno PANAMA CITY (Reuters) – The Panama Canal is exploring the construction of a pipeline to move liquefied…
Judge will not order Trump administration to restore canceled foreign aid contracts
By Brendan Pierson (Reuters) -A federal judge on Monday declined to order President Donald Trump’s administration to restore thousands of…
Seven & i in talks with Couche-Tard over store sales for merger deal
TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan’s Seven & i Holdings said on Monday that talks have begun with Canada’s Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) over…
South Korean police prepare for ‘worst-case scenarios’ ahead of Yoon impeachment ruling
By Ju-min Park SEOUL (Reuters) – Police will be out in force, and subway stations and at least one school…
South Korea prosecutors to pursue Yoon’s conviction despite jail release
By Jack Kim SEOUL (Reuters) – South Korean prosecutors will pursue President Yoon Suk Yeol’s conviction for insurrection despite a…
Dollar starts week softer as tariffs weigh, yen rises
By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE (Reuters) – The dollar began Monday on a weak note after significant losses last week due…
Columbia University promises to address Trump administration’s concerns after $400 million in funding pulled
By Bo Erickson and Jonathan Allen WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Columbia University’s interim president said the school is working to address…
Pope Francis, starting fourth week in hospital, showing improvement, Vatican says
By Joshua McElwee VATICAN CITY (Reuters) -Pope Francis is showing a “good response” to his treatment in hospital for double…