Sony Pays Up
February 17, 2006This settlement gives consumers what they thought they were buying in the first place - clean, safe music that will play on their computers and their iPods, as well as their stereo systems,' said EFF Staff Attorney Kurt Opsahl.
Japanese woman arrested for killing kindergarten kids
February 17, 2006Police said the attack took place as the woman gave the girl and boy a ride to kindergarten. She admitted committing the crime.
Japanese jumpers breeze into large hill final
February 17, 2006Japanese ski jumpers coasted into the final of the large hill event at the Turin Olympic Games.
Nissan to supply light-duty vehicles to Renault Trucks from 2007
February 17, 2006Nissan Motor Co said Friday it will supply light-duty trucks to Renault Trucks S.A.S., a unit of the Volvo Group, from the first half of 2007 for sales under Renault brands.
3G Smartphone Now Shipping to NTT DoCoMo, Inc. in Japan
February 17, 2006This allows users to enjoy the sophisticated functionality offered by FOMA NM850iG even while abroad, as the ideal choice for those taking overseas business trips, overseas travelers, as well as people who simply prefer a stylish design. '
Toshiba to launch HD DVD players in March, even without some features
February 17, 2006According to today's announcement from Toshiba, both players - the HD-A1 ($499.99) and the HD-XA1 ($799.99) - will fully support the iHD interactive layer, which Toshiba is referring to as 'Advanced Navigation.'
Sony incident leads government to consider rootkit ban
February 17, 2006Most electronics consumers had never heard of rootkits before last year's Sony BMG debacle. Now, rootkits have the attention of the U.S. public - and the U.S. government.
Mitsui and ANA go global
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
Japan deals show strong demand
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
Japan REITs continue despite sector weakness
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
Child fatally stabbed on street in Japan
February 17, 2006Child fatally stabbed on street in Japan (AP) Updated: 2006-02-17 14:31 Two young children were found stabbed on a roadside in western Japan on Friday, one dead and the other seriously injured, police said.
Woman arrested for fatally stabbing two children in W. Japan
February 17, 2006Woman arrested for fatally stabbing two children in W.
Japanese firms searched over N.Korean bio weapon link
February 17, 2006Japanese police officers prepare to conduct a raid at a trading firm in Tokyo February 17, 2006. [
Japan plans Iraq troop withdrawal
February 17, 2006The government's withdrawal plan includes moving the 600 troops to Kuwait by May as a first step, and recalling them to Japan by July, after cleaning their equipment and vehicles to pass quarantine inspections in Japan.
More money flowing from Japan to N. Korea
February 17, 2006Shu Watanabe told a House of Representatives committee Thursday that 1,560 remittances had been sent to North Korea in 2004 through the Japan Post system. The number was up from 506 in 2003 and 383 in 2002, the Japan Times reported.
Japanese troops to start leaving Iraq in March
February 17, 2006Posted on Fri, Feb. 17, 2006 TOKYO - Japan plans to begin withdrawing the 600 Ground Self-Defense Force troops in the southern Iraqi city of Samawah in late March, The Yomiuri Shimbun has learned.
Nissan, Renault in light truck tieup
February 17, 2006An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese containing grammar exercises, liste. ,
Anti-whaling activists in Australia call for boycott of Japanese products
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
First Japanese fisheries certified by MSC are local fisheries for snow crab and flounder
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
New yen bond summary details: week ending 17/2/2006 1261
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
US explains shipment of prohibited veal cuts to Japan
February 17, 2006WASHINGTON, Feb. 17 (Xinhuanet) -- The U.S. government on Friday explained why a shipment of prohibited veal cuts had been sent to Japan last month, in an effort to lift a suspension on American beef imposed by the Asian country.
DoCoMo sgns MOU with RealNetworks on software development
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
Sony expects strong PS3 shipments in 2006, may work with Microsoft
February 17, 2006Sony expects to ship over 100 million PlayStation 3 (PS3) game consoles, according to Tetsuhiko Yasuda, Sony Computer Entertainment Asias corporate executive m. ,
Sony to definitely launch the PS3 this year, says company official
February 17, 2006InformationTechnology Sony Corporation Sony will definitely launch its new PlayStation 3 (PS3) game console this year, though the company still has not decided on a launch date nor pricing for the...
Four Retail Giants Stop Selling Sony's Problematic TV
February 17, 2006The retail chains are in consultation with Sony for further solutions to the problem.
Hitachi Opens New Centre in Shenzhen
February 17, 2006The new production facility, based in Shenzhen, South China's Guangdong Province, is the first phase of the storage giant's US$500 million investment for projects in China.
Wal-Mart's Japan Unit Sees 5th Year in Loss in 06
February 17, 2006TOKYO- Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s struggling Japanese subsidiary, Seiyu Ltd. ( 8268.T), said on Friday it would lose much more money than expected this year due to an asset impairment charge.
Mitsubishi Motor to Buy Stake in China Carmaker
February 17, 2006Mitsubishi Motors, Japan's fourth-largest automaker and the only one now in the red, wants to expand its presence in mainland China. '
Japan ODA loans to RP slow down
February 17, 2006By Roderick T. dela Cruz Infrastructure investments of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) in the Philippines have tended to slow down due to government's efforts to reduce its fiscal deficit.
ASKA Pharmaceutical Obtains Manufacturing Approval For Its New Painkiller Grelan Bit, Japan
February 17, 2006Tokyo, Japan - ASKA Pharmaceutical announced on February 14 that it has received manufacturing approval for Grelan Bit, its proprietary over-the-counter drug for fever and headache, from the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. ,
United Airlines: Official Site - Sponsored Link
February 17, 2006Ad - Buy flights, hotels and vacation packages. Find last minute deals and receive 1000 Bonus Miles for booking at United.com
Toyota to foray into auto finance by next year
February 17, 2006TOYOTA Financial Services is planning to enter the Indian automobile finance market by 2007. According to Mr Shaun J.
Child Fatally Stabbed on Street in Japan
February 17, 2006TOKYO -- Two young children were found stabbed on a roadside in western Japan on Friday, one dead and the other seriously injured, police said.
Sony-BMG Pays Up
February 17, 2006Slyck's List of File Sharing Programs and Utilities NewsgroupsBitTorrenteDonkey2000WinMXDirectConnectAresSpyware/Adware RemovalGnutellaSoulSeekIRCMP2PFastTrack> All GuidesTop BitTorrent Sites 1. Mininova 2. The Pirate Bay 3. MyBitTorrent 4.
Livedoor dogs Japan LDP as parties joust
February 17, 2006Koizumi's government has already been backfooted by the indictment of former Livedoor Co.
Economy in Japan surges as others lag
February 17, 2006TOKYO Japanese economic growth surged 5.5 percent in the fourth quarter of last year, the government said Friday, as the country's economic revival gained steam amid rising consumer spending and robust exports, particularly to neighboring China.
Japan police accuse woman of killing 5-year-olds
February 17, 2006Japan police accuse woman of killing 5-year-olds TOKYO: A Japanese mother was arrested on suspicion of fatally stabbing two of her child's kindergarten classmates on Friday, killing a 5-year-old boy and girl.
NTT DoCoMo, RealNetworks in video software tie-up
February 17, 2006NTT DoCoMo Inc. ( 9437.T: Quote, Profile, Research), Japan's largest mobile operator, said on Friday it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with RealNetworks Inc. (
Full steam ahead for Japanese economy
February 17, 2006TOKYO: Japanese economic growth surged 5.5 per cent in the fourth quarter of last year, the government said, as the country's economic revival gained steam amid rising consumer spending and robust exports, particularly to neighbouring China.
Japan's economy picks up speed
February 17, 2006Japan's economy grew at a faster-than-expected pace in the final three months of
NTT DoCoMo, RealNetworks in video software tie-up
February 17, 2006ReutersFriday, February 17, 2006; 9:21 AM TOKYO (Reuters) - NTT DoCoMo Inc. < 9437.T>, Japan's largest mobile operator, said on Friday it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with RealNetworks Inc. <
National Geographic Chooses Sony 4K SXRD Projector For Digital Makeover Of Grosvenor Auditorium
February 17, 2006The National Geographic Society has purchased Sony's 4K SXRD (Silicon X-tal Reflective Display) large-venue projector for use in its popular National Geographic Live! lecture series and other auditorium events in Washington, D.C.
Japanese singer AI teams up with South Korean performer Rain for live performance
February 17, 2006Japanese singer AI teams up with South Korean performer Rain for live performance AI, left, and Rain.
Japan's economy posts healthy growth in latest quarter, signaling recovery underway
February 17, 2006News BNP Paribas Japan's economy posts healthy growth in latest quarter, signaling recovery underway Japan's economy grew at a stunning 5.5 percent annual pace in the fourth quarter, the ...
Loss widens at Wal-Mart's Japan unit in 2005 as sales slide
February 17, 2006Loss widens at Wal-Mart's Japan unit in 2005 as sales slide Japanese retailer Seiyu Ltd., a subsidiary of U.S.
Japan central bank official signals easy monetary policy may be ending as economy grows
February 17, 2006Japan central bank official signals easy monetary policy may be ending as economy grows Bank of Japan Deputy Gov.
Horie denies ordering 30 million yen be given to son of LDP member
February 17, 2006Horie denies ordering 30 million yen be given to son of LDP member Former Livedoor Co. President Takafumi Horie Former Livedoor President Co.
Japan ready to help in Leyte landslide
February 17, 2006Japan ready to help in Leyte landslide First posted 08:21pm (Mla time) Feb 17, 2006 Agence France-Presse Subscribe to Breaking News alerts, send ON EXTRA BREAKING to 2207 for Globe, or send EXTRA BREAKING to 386 for Smart.
BoJ warned off as Japan laps up its recovery
February 17, 2006Peter Alford, Tokyo correspondent DECEMBER-quarter data showing the economy expanding at an annualised 5.5 per cent are the closest thing to a beautiful set of numbers Japan has seen in at least five years.
Toshiba readies large HD Ready digital LCD TVs
February 17, 2006Toshiba has earmarked April for the launch of a new line up of HD Ready LCD TVs.
Japan to launch backup weather-aviation control satellite Sat
February 17, 2006Japan to launch backup weather-aviation control satellite Sat. TANEGASHIMA ISLAND, Japan, Feb.
ESA gives support to Japanese satellite
February 17, 2006Advertise | Site Map RSS | Search PARIS, Feb. 16 (UPI) -- The European Space Agency says it is supporting Japan's recently launched Advanced Land Observing Satellite.
Camera phones used at Japanese funerals
February 17, 2006Camera phones used at Japanese funerals Reuters Japan's obsession with camera-equipped mobile phones has taken a bizarre twist, with mourners at funerals now using the devices to capture a final picture of the deceased. '
Nintendo DS to receive Web, VoIP, TV abilities
February 17, 2006It appears that the Nintendo DS -- the so-called 'kid's machine' -- is growing up. At the D.I.C.E.
Camera phones a 'hit' at Japanese funerals?
February 17, 2006Mobile phone photography in Japan just took a sort of morbid turn as more and more Japanese are reported to be using the device to take photos of the deceased. The rising practice has drawn concern and disgust from some people in the society.
Nokia ships first 3G WCDMA smartphone to Japan
February 17, 2006Nokia is shipping their first FOMA 3G WCDMA smartphone to NTT DoCoMo in Japan.
Sony kills the Walkman Bean
February 17, 2006The competition is dropping like flies, and being a distant second to Apple is considered a huge success. After only being on the market for a mere six months, the Sony Bean MP3 player is being canned by the company as of this coming April.
United Airlines: Official Site - Sponsored Link
February 17, 2006Ad - Buy flights, hotels and vacation packages. Find last minute deals and receive 1000 Bonus Miles for booking at United.com
Mitsubishi ponders urban mini for release on the Australian market
February 17, 2006By BYRON MATHIOUDAKIS 13 February 2006 MITSUBISHI has sprung a surprise in the form of a sub-Colt light car at the Melbourne International Motor Show today.
Japan's Seiyu Last Fiscal Year Group Net Loss Y17.8 Billion Vs Y12.3 Billion Loss
February 17, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Seiyu Ltd. ( 8268.TO) said Friday its loss widened last year due to a slump in sales and valuation losses on unsold inventories of clothing and other products. The Japanese subsidiary of U.S. retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (
Japan's Economy Posts Healthy 4Q Growth
February 17, 2006By YURI KAGEYAMA TOKYO (AP) -- Japan's economy grew at a stunning 5.5 percent annual pace in the fourth quarter, the government said Friday, indicating a convincing recovery is underway.
Toshiba Starts HD-DVD Marketing Push
February 17, 2006February 17th 2006 Toshiba Starts HD-DVD Marketing Push Why not discuss Toshiba Starts HD-DVD Marketing Push in the DVD Recorder World Forums?
Two Japan firms raided in RoK exports
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
Japanese, East Asians want to acquire SSGC, SNGPL
February 17, 2006These include high-profile companies from Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia and Japan, says a message received from Singapore here on Thursday.
Japanese firms searched over N.Korean bio weapon link
February 17, 2006News Police raided two Tokyo trading firms on Friday on suspicion they sold North Korea a device that can be converted to produce biological weapons, Kyodo news agency said.The move follows the ...
Wal-Mart's Japan unit sees 5th year of loss in '06
February 17, 2006Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s (WMT.N: Quote, Profile, Research) struggling Japanese subsidiary, Seiyu Ltd. ( 8268.T: Quote, Profile, Research), said on Friday it expects to be in the red for a fifth straight year in 2006.
Bridgestone 2005 profit rises 8.2 pct, sees fall
February 17, 2006Bridgestone Corp. (
Camera phones appear at Japanese funerals
February 17, 2006TOKYO - Japan's obsession with camera-equipped mobile phones has taken a bizarre twist, with mourners at funerals now using the devices to capture a final picture of the deceased."I get the sense that people no longer respect the dead.
Japan's Economy Posts Healthy Growth in 4Q
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Japanese firms searched over N.Korean bio weapon link
February 17, 2006Japanese firms searched over N.Korean bio weapon link Reuters TOKYO - Police raided two Tokyo trading firms on Friday on suspicion they sold North Korea a device that can be converted to produce biological weapons, Kyodo news agency said.
Japan unions seek wage hikes as economy recovers
February 17, 2006Japanese labour unions, armed with new evidence of a long-awaited economic recovery, are seeking wage hikes in their annual 'spring offensive' talks that began this week, after years of effectively frozen pay rates.
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Nissan Motor Upgrades Age Limit For Rehired Retired Workers
February 17, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Nissan Motor Co. ( 7201.TO) has raised the age limit for employees that it rehires after they reach the mandatory retirement age, as it aims to take advantage of their skills.
ASIA MARKETS: Strong Japan Economic Growth Data Lift Region; Nikkei F
February 17, 2006The Japanese economy grew at a higher-than-forecast 1.4% in the October to December period, an annualized rate of 5.5%, fueled by robust corporate spending and housing investment, Japan's Cabinet Office announced in Tokyo.
U.S. asks Japan to pay as much as possible for Marines' move
February 17, 2006The United States has asked Japan to pay most of the estimated US$7.6 billion (euro6.4 billion) needed for the partial relocation of U.S. Marines from a base in southern Japan to Guam, a newspaper reported Thursday.
Japanese firms searched over N.Korean bio weapon link
February 17, 2006Feb 16, 2006 - TOKYO (Reuters) - Police raided two Tokyo trading firms on Friday on suspicion they sold North Korea a device that can be converted to produce biological weapons, Kyodo news agency said.
Child Fatally Stabbed on Street in Japan
February 17, 2006TOKYO Feb 16, 2006 (AP)- Two young children were found stabbed on a roadside in western Japan on Friday, one dead and the other seriously injured, police said.
Two Japan Firms Raided in N. Korea Exports
February 17, 2006TOKYO Feb 16, 2006 (AP)- Police on Friday raided two trading companies in Tokyo suspected of illegally exporting to North Korea equipment that can be used to create biological weapons, a news report said.
Upbeat Japan outlook boosts Nikkei
February 17, 2006TOKYO, Japan (Reuters) -- Tokyo shares were boosted on Friday by upbeat data that underscored optimism for the world's second biggest economy, while Asian energy stocks rose following a rebound in oil prices.
Japan's economy picks up speed
February 17, 2006TOKYO, Japan (AP) -- Japan's economy grew at an annual pace of 5.5 percent in the fourth quarter, the government said Friday, underscoring a convincing recovery on booming exports and healthy consumer spending.
NEC develops gadgets to convert fluorescent lamps into power outlets
February 17, 2006TOKYO - NEC Corp has developed two types of miniature gadgets that convert fluorescent lamps into power outlets, NEC said Thursday.
BLife Investment Corp To List On Tokyo Bourse On March 22
February 17, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- The Tokyo Stock Exchange said Wednesday it has approved the listing of BLife Investment Corp. ( 8984.TO) on March 22.
Japan's Tempstaff To List On Tokyo Bourse On March 17
February 17, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Tempstaff Co. ( 2476.TO), a Japanese staffing service agency, has received approval to list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on March 17, the TSE said Wednesday.
Japan's Hikaku.com To List On TSE Mothers March 15
February 17, 2006TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Hikaku.com Corp. ( 2477.TO), a Japanese operator of an Internet site offering product price comparison, has received approval to list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Mothers Market on March 15, the TSE said Wednesday.
UK PRESS: Bank of Tokyo M'bishi UFJ Shut Out Of BOC Float
February 17, 2006The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, the world's largest bank by assets, is looking to invest in a Chinese bank and had been in discussion with BoC, according to media reports.
Wal-Mart's Japan unit sees 5th year in loss in 2006
February 17, 2006Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s (WMT.N: Quote, Profile, Research) struggling Japanese subsidiary, Seiyu Ltd. (
Livedoor dogs Japan LDP as parties joust
February 17, 2006Koizumi's government has already been backfooted by the indictment of former Livedoor Co.
Two children murdered in Japan
February 17, 2006The children were found near the side of a road A woman has been arrested in Japan on suspicion of stabbing two five-year-old children to death.
Japan Prefecture to Mark 'Takeshima Day' Despite Protest
February 17, 2006Despite strong protests, Japan's Shimane Prefecture says it will push ahead with celebrations of the country's claim to a set of Korean islets.
Japan says too early to decide date for Iraq troop pullout
February 17, 2006TOKYO: Japan said on Thursday it had yet to decide when to withdraw its non-combat ground troops from Iraq despite a report that it was discussing with Washington and London its plans to start pulling them out next month. "
United Airlines: Official Site - Sponsored Link
February 17, 2006Ad - Buy flights, hotels and vacation packages. Find last minute deals and receive 1000 Bonus Miles for booking at United.com
02/17/06 02:30 Dollar Firms Despite Japan's GDP, Hawkish RBA by Ashraf Laidi
February 17, 2006Extract not available.
Woman arrested over Japan child murders
February 17, 2006Extract not available.