U.S. elections 2024
Trump-era immigration fears drive spike in U.S. green card applications
Companies accelerate paperwork to secure residency of foreign workers
Business deals
Nippon Steel faces risks over U.S. Steel buyout even if deal goes through
Presidential order would halt negotiations, lawyer says
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Export clampdowns and a smartphone face-off
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Business deals
Nippon Steel meets U.S. officials amid concerns focusing on India, China
Steelmaker execs arrange 'rush' meeting with Treasury Department
Business deals
Nippon Steel publishes exchanges with union on U.S. Steel deal
Japan steelmaker disputes 'mischaracterizations' amid continued USW pushback
Business deals
Nippon Steel exec to meet U.S. officials about steel buyout offer
Comes as Biden administration reported near to blocking sale of U.S. Steel
Interview
U.S. needs 'alliances that work': former Trump defense official
Elbridge Colby argues for greater command integration between Japan and the U.S.
U.S. elections 2024
Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president after debate ends
Young-women favorite calls Democratic candidate 'steady-handed, gifted leader'
U.S. elections 2024
Trump vows tariffs, Harris blames Xi for hiding COVID in tense debate
Republicans cry foul at 'biased' moderators, while Democrats declare victory
Companies
Sumitomo U.S. unit files for bankruptcy on talc lawsuit expenses
L'Oreal supplier Presperse vows to stay in business under 'enormous' pressure
Immigration
Australia latest to crack down on foreign student influx as rents soar
Schools object to curbs on key export industry that follow trend in Canada and U.K.
Food & Beverage
Japan's Nissin shifts gears in U.S. with $2 premium noodles
Cup Noodles parent breaks from rival Maruchan with focus on higher price points
Media & Entertainment
PlayStation 5 Pro with AI-based upscaler to be launched Nov. 7
Sony's latest game console to go for $699.99 in U.S., 799.99 euros, 119,980 yen
US-China tensions
Chinese billionaire's Texas duel highlights state-federal legal mismatch
Wind farm 110 km from air force base was approved by CFIUS but blocked by state
US-China tensions
U.S. curbs on China tech investments in final push as election looms
New administration could throw wrench in rules that focus on chips and AI
Cryptocurrencies
Singapore's crypto ownership falls amid selloffs, regulatory chill: poll
Nearly half of nonowners and past owners cite regulatory concerns as a barrier
Obituaries
James Earl Jones, actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
Renowned Shakespearean performer loved role in 'Star Wars' 'myth'
Technology
Apple unveils iPhone 16, but AI unavailable in Japanese, Chinese till 2025
U.S. tech giant faces heavy competition in China from Huawei's new tri-fold model
Business deals
Fortress to buy Japanese Hawaii-themed resort
Beloved hot spring facility in need of face-lift amid earthquake, pandemic debt
US-China tensions
Tough-on-China bills set for approval by U.S. House this week
'China Week' legislation to head to the Senate before Congress winds down
Hong Kong security law
Falun Gong-backed Epoch Times to pull plug on Hong Kong printing
Washington renews warning to U.S. businesses in city, drawing official fury
Markets
Japanese stocks pare losses after early slide on U.S. economy worries
Markets 'not fully at ease' after weaker-than-expected nonfarm payroll data
US-China tensions
U.S. Treasury chief Yellen says she may meet Chinese counterpart
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng visit to happen 'one way or another'
Supply Chain
Japan display makers pay dearly for failing to foresee iPhone's LCD exit
With switchover to OLED, Japanese companies shut out of Apple supply chain
Indo-Pacific
Quad plans Biden-Kishida send-off summit in Delaware on Sept. 21
President to host leaders of Japan, India and Australia in home city