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Nidec Founder Nagamori Resigns
Shigenobu Nagamori, founder of Nidec, is resigning as chairman emeritus. The Japanese motor maker has been dealing with an accounting scandal.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Tokyo Electron taps 160 South Korean suppliers to meet chip demand
Japan semiconductor tool maker expands workforce, encourages cooperation
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Most Americans say Trump is growing erratic with age, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Overall, 61% of respondents in the poll said they would describe Trump as having "become erratic with age."
Source: The Japan Times
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Zelenskyy marks war anniversary vowing to fight on, with Ukraine's allies divided
Divisions among its European partners overshadowed commemorations of the start of the conflict.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan to deploy air defense missiles on island near Taiwan in fiscal 2030
Yonaguni site aims to protect vulnerable area as Chinese activity ramps up
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan to subsidize rare-earth recycling push, reducing reliance on China
Environment Ministry to help fund infrastructure for demonstration projects
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Nippon Steel to issue $3.8bn in convertible bonds overseas
Japanese company aims to secure financing for US Steel acquisition
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan to deploy missiles to Yonaguni Island by fiscal 2030, defense chief says
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said the timing for the deployment of the weapons could change depending on the progress of future facility improvements.
Source: The Japan Times
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Uniqlo continues tennis tradition with latest global ambassador
U.S. Open winner Emma Raducanu follows Roger Federer in promoting clothing brand
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Development of Puyo Puyo puzzle game for use in nursing homes underway
Make your golden years your red, green, and blue years. Puyo Puyo is a beloved puzzle game that can be casually enjoyed by people of all ages, as well as in highly competitive eSports. In it, players
Source: SoraNews24
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