Train stations are not only places where people can take a train. In the largest cities on the planet, they are the main engines of transport that sustain the daily life rhythm. There are millions of commuters, shoppers, students, and tourists that go through these spaces every day, and most …
The Japanese tradition of Ōsōji, or “big cleaning,” is a ritual that extends far beyond ordinary housekeeping, serving as a deliberate preparation for the New Year. Conducted in late December, the practice involves thoroughly tidying, decluttering, and refreshing homes, workplaces, and communal spaces, creating a sense of order and readiness …
In workplaces where communication determines the success of every task, achieving clarity, consistency, and accountability has become increasingly important. Many organisations, despite advanced digital tools, continue to face barriers in how information flows between teams and management. The Japanese concept of Horenso has gained global interest for its structured and …
Japanese government bond yields have been notching fresh highs as investors price in persistent inflation, tighter monetary policy, as well as fiscal uncertainty. Japan’s 30-year bond yield notched a record high on Wednesday to hit 3.286%, surging more than 100 basis points this year, while yield on the 20-year debt …
This week, correspondent Jon Wertheim reported from Japan, the land of declining sons and daughters. Over the last 15 years, the East Asian country has seen its population decline, amid low birth rates and falling marriage rates. Last year, more than two people died for every baby born in Japan, …
Customers buying groceries at a supermarket in Singapore. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Singapore’s reputation for financial prudence and high savings is showing signs of strain. Rising costs and a growing prioritization for experiences and self-care are taking precedence over long-term financial planning, experts observed. “At the end of …
Twenty-five nations, including Britain, Canada and Japan, issued a joint statement on Monday with “a simple, urgent message: the war in Gaza must end now.” The statement by the U.S. allies and partners across the globe and published online by the U.K. government condemns Israel’s tightly-controlled aid distribution method, accusing …
Bulldozer scoop soil containing various rare earth to be loaded on to a ship at a port in Lianyungang, east China’s Jiangsu province on September 5, 2010, for export to Japan. Str | Afp | Getty Images Japan has been quietly blazing a trail for supply chain resilience. Long before …
A notable bond deal earlier this month not only provided hundreds of millions of euros to Vantage Data Centers but also created a new asset class for investors across Europe and a blueprint for similar companies to follow. Denver-based Vantage raised 720 million euros ($820 million) through the continent’s first …
A garden is an ideal place to spend a sunny afternoon, but would you fly across the world for the pleasure of doing so? Which gardens are worthy of such a journey? To answer that question — and define what makes a garden truly spectacular — we assembled a panel …