Americans Pursue Happiness, Japanese Chase 'Ikigai.' The Difference Is a Powerful Lesson in Emotional Intelligence

Medicare vs. Medicaid: What's the difference?

They may sound similar, but there are some big differences between these two healthcare-related programs.

Why the Social Media Reaction to Trump’s Election May Be Different From 2016

In 2016, online platforms were awash in calls to protest the day after Donald J. Trump’s victory. On Wednesday, many said it seemed like business as usual.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - Yesterday

Killing of Japanese Boy Leaves Chinese Asking: Is This My Country?

Angry at what they view as China’s state-led xenophobia, taught in schools and prevalent online, some people are taking action, even at personal risk.

Business - The New York Times - October 14

Bus carrying Japanese tourists crashes in Turkey, injuring 22

A bus carrying Japanese tourists has crashed into a ditch in Turkey, injuring 22 people on board

World - ABC News - October 17

First Japanese "onsen," bath house with many naked customers, opening in U.S.

One of Japan's top luxury hotel firms will open an "onsen" resort in upstate New York. Onsens are bath houses where patrons relax naked together in mineral-rich water of various temperatures.

Japanese property group Tokyo Tatemono targeted by UK activist fund

Stakebuilding by Palliser Capital follows Elliott Management's move on sector peer Mitsui Fudosan

World - Financial Times - October 22

2300-year-old skeleton helps solve mystery of earliest Japanese people

World - Yahoo News - October 22

These Japanese Baseball Fans Love Ohtani. They Love the Yankees More.

The best World Series outcome for one particular subset of fans? The Dodgers slugger hits four home runs in a game, and the Yankees win 5-4.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Japanese lift maker Fujitec explores sale to private equity

Talks with multiple groups including Sweden’s EQT have taken place in recent months

World - Financial Times - October 30

First Satellite Made of Wood Is Launched Into Space

Scientists in Japan constructed the first satellite made of wood by blending age-old woodworking techniques with rocket science.

Science - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Meet the Next Japanese Superstar Set to Create a Bidding War in M.L.B.

Every team should be interested in Roki Sasaki. Only some teams will have the money to sign a star of his caliber, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Japanese automaker Nissan cuts 9,000 jobs as its vehicles fail to sell

Nissan is reporting a loss for the latest fiscal quarter as its vehicle sales sank while costs and inventory ballooned

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

Japanese ace Rōki Sasaki to become available to MLB teams this winter

Japanese star to be posted to Major League Baseball Sasaki, 23, helped Japan win World Baseball Classic Japanese ace Rōki Sasaki will be available to Major League Baseball teams this offseason.. ...

World - The Guardian - 5 hours ago

Cousins believes NBA will see ‘happy Klay' after Warriors departure

Former Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins believes the NBA world will see a "happy Klay" Thompson after the former Golden State star departed the Bay for Dallas.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

If you’re so happy, why are you buying so much gold?

The rally that won’t quit

World - Financial Times - October 17

Want to succeed on ‘Shark Tank’? Your best bet may be walk away without a deal.

As the hit show begins its 16th season, it’s clear some entrepreneurs hit it big even when they fail to win over the sharks.

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

Messi: I value happiness over reaching 2026 WC

Lionel Messi said he prioritizes the ability to stay happy and healthy at this point in his career over fixating on reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Argentina.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

How England Hired Thomas Tuchel, and Why Not Everyone Is Happy About It

The German’s arrival is a major coup for the FA, but it does not come without controversy.

Sports - The New York Times - October 18

Reba McEntire finds a new on-screen family in NBC's 'Happy's Place'

Reba McEntire finds herself behind the bar in her latest return to network TV, making a series that’s a nicely calibrated cocktail of drama and comedy

Entertainment - ABC News - October 18

Erik ten Hag admits Manchester United board ‘not happy’ with team’s results

United down in 14th with eight points from seven games Ten Hag still confident he can turn team’s form around Erik ten Hag has admitted that Manchester United’s board are “not happy” with a ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

Neymar makes long-awaited return: 'I'm so happy'

Neymar has made his first appearance in over a year after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament tear, coming off the bench in Al Hilal's AFC Champions League Elite clash against Al Ain.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

These M.L.B. Players Aren’t So Happy to Win World Series Rings

For nearly all of the fringe players who made cameos with championship teams, the emotions are complicated.

Sports - The New York Times - October 23

Sarina Wiegman ‘happy’ with England team selection despite Germany defeat

Lionesses lose 4-3 in friendly at Wembley ‘I’m not going to make changes just for the sake of it’ Sarina Wiegman hit back at criticism of her team selection for England’s 4-3 friendly defeat by ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

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