The Japanese economy came back to life the first time in four straight quarters, posting a 1.5 percent growth in the July-September quarter. According to data released by the Cabinet Office, the annualized growth of the economy was an impressive 6 percent.
Japan's economy rebounded from an earthquake-triggered recession in the third quarter by expanding 1.5 percent, a pace that is likely to slow down though as a strong yen and weak global growth darken the outlook.
Canada and Mexico want to join talks to forge a free trade area in the Asia-Pacific region, giving a significant boost to the U.S.-led initiative to foster economic growth by tearing down trade barriers.
Gwen Stefani proves she ain't no Hollaback Girl as her Harajuku Mini line dominates the spotlight at Target with its debut in the department store on Sunday.
Japan's securities watchdog may recommend that a levy be imposed on the Olympus Corp. for false financial reports, a source said Sunday. The move could prevent a delisting of the company's shares over one of the country's biggest corporate scandals.
Apple Inc. is recalling its first-generation iPod nanos from U.S.-based customers because of possible overheating of the device's battery.
Below are quotes from leaders of Pacific Rim countries and business executives attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit on Saturday.
Almost nine months after a devastating earthquake-tsunami crippled the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, the facility in Japan has been opened to members of the media.
Canada, Mexico and at least two other countries have expressed interest in joining U.S.-led talks for a pan-Pacific trade pact, a U.S. Republican lawmaker said Friday after Japan asked to take part.
President Barack Obama and China's Hu Jintao will pitch differing trade agendas on Saturday as an antidote to weak global growth, as they try to sidestep the European debt crisis looming over an Asia-Pacific summit.
Compagnie Financière Richemont S.A., the world's second largest luxury goods holding company, has warned of the impact that global economic problems could have if they hit the industry.
Boston University's Mind and Brain Society encouraged students to join a taste-testing experiment on Oct. 26 to see first-hand the effects of the notorious miracle berry. While lemons and shots of hot sauce might not be standard party-fare, the students tasted sour, spicy and salty foods after eating a miracle berry and found that the foods tasted quite different than they normally would.
After the announced drawdown of troops from the Middle East, the Eurozone crisis, and a G-20 summit that lacked spectacular developments, the Obama administration is hoping enhanced economic ties with the Pacific Rim will open a fruitful venue for enduring growth.
Heads of government attending Asian summits hoping to fathom China's foreign policy mood swings might spare a thought for Beijing's own leaders, who fear their expanding influence is attracting a new circle of potential foes not fans.
The famed boxing expert weighs in on Saturday's big fight.
Despite the current global economic crisis -- which seems to have taken a relative stranglehold on Europe -- France has somehow managed to weather the storm. And, perhaps, thrive, if even just a bit.
India's recent military strategies, involving the major repositioning of armed forces and the imminent procurement of a fighter aircraft to replace the MiG-21 interceptor, are being viewed as a bold move in reshaping its political and military positions.
Asian shares rebounded on Friday and the euro clawed higher, with European stocks also expected to make gains after brighter corporate news lifted U.S. stocks and debt-laden Italy was able to fund itself at a bond auction.
Japanese banks backed by more than $6 billion in spare cash are in talks to buy assets from European banks, sources familiar with the discussions said, as euro zone leaders try to coax foreign capital to help overcome the bloc's debt crisis.
Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda looked to be struggling on Friday to win backing from his own party for Japan to join talks on a U.S.-led free trade pact that could transform the Japanese economy.
Angelina Jolie arrived at the Japan premiere of her partner, Brad Pitt’s film Moneyball in Tokyo on Wednesday, wearing a red dress, an unusual color with the U.S. actress’ style statement.
Asian shares rebounded Friday and the euro clawed higher, with European stocks also expected to make gains after brighter corporate news lifted U.S. stocks and debt-laden Italy was able to fund itself at a bond auction.
