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Samsung looks to lock in longer-term memory chip contracts as prices soar
Chipmaker seeks to extend terms to 3 to 5 years from quarterly or annual
Source: Nikkei Asia
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African economies vulnerable as Gulf conflict chokes flow of fuel shipments
The squeeze is exposing how refinery closures and underinvestment have left much of the continent dependent on a single trade route.
Source: The Japan Times
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Aonishiki’s busted yokozuna bid disappointing, but not concerning
For Aonishiki, the Osaka meet is likely to go down as just a stumbling block on his journey toward the sport's highest rank.
Source: The Japan Times
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Asian governments scramble to secure Russian oil
Temporary lifting of U.S. sanctions allows purchases of previously banned supplies
Source: Nikkei Asia
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IOC urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes
The IOC has long declined to apply any universal rule on transgender participation and in 2021 instructed international federations to come up with their own rules.
Source: The Japan Times
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Geely Auto's profit growth slows as revenue hits record high in 2025
Chinese carmaker leans on multiple brands, overseas bets to tackle price and trade pressures
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Simply add hot water and you can easily make hot spring eggs at home. Our reporter Go Hatori is addicted to hot spring eggs, or “onsen tamago” as they’re known in Japanese. While he doesn’t have the m
Source: SoraNews24
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McDonald’s Japan celebrates spring with… a Strawberry Shortcake Pie?!?
Limited-edition pink dessert seems unseasonal at this time of year, but all will be forgiven if it meets our high standards. Every time spring rolls around in Japan, McDonald’s releases a seasonal de
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan's key tech workers are now cheaper than Malaysia's
Report shows Malaysian chip and data center boom has lifted salaries past Japanese counterparts
Source: Nikkei Asia
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‘It’s adrenaline’: Ukraine amputee veterans climb for recovery
Tens of thousands of wounded veterans are readjusting to civilian life, finding solace in the host of activities and communities popping up to cater to their growing numbers.
Source: The Japan Times
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