Travel Alerts•
Swire faces costlier Coke cans as Iran crisis drives up aluminum prices
Southeast Asia to be impacted 'a bit more'; airline unit Cathay hikes fuel surcharges
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Travel Alerts•
Taiwan to expand US LNG imports in response to Hormuz closure
Energy source fuels half of island's electricity, with Qatar a major supplier
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan startup eyes clinical trials for stem cell-based diabetes treatment
Orizuru Therapeutics seeks breakthrough to reduce insulin doses for Type 1 patients
Source: Nikkei Asia
Culture•
Man in Japan falls into hole with a bear in it
Sunday morning hike takes a bizarre and terrifying turn. On Sunday morning, a 69-year-old Japanese man was on Iwakamiyama, a mountain in Iwate Prefecture. With a layer of snow still on the ground, the
Source: SoraNews24
Culture•
Japan's Women's Team Dominates Asian Cup
Japan's women's national team, a World Cup winner, is showcasing dominance at the Women's Asian Cup. Their strong performance highlights Japan's commitment to excellence in sports.
Source: The Japan Times
Food•
Sushi Push Pops: Sakura Season Snack!
Unatoto restaurant chain introduces Sushi Push Pops, perfect for on-the-go snacking during cherry blossom season. These one-handed sushi treats are available in Tokyo and Osaka for a limited time.
Source: SoraNews24
Transport•
Small Reactors May Power Southeast Asia Travel
GE Vernova and Hitachi are exploring small reactor deployment in Southeast Asia. This could lead to more sustainable and reliable energy sources for tourism infrastructure in the region.
Source: The Japan Times
Transport•
Malaysia Fuel Subsidy Hike: Impact on Travelers
Malaysia is increasing fuel subsidies to stabilize prices, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This may affect transportation costs for tourists within the country.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Transport•
IJM Rejects Sunway Takeover: Impact on Japan Projects?
Malaysia's IJM Corp is urging shareholders to reject a takeover bid by Sunway Group. This decision follows an independent assessment indicating IJM was undervalued, potentially impacting its construction projects.
Source: Nikkei Asia
Transport•
Fujikura Invests $1.9B in US Data Centers
Fujikura, a Japanese cable maker, is investing $1.9 billion to expand AI data center capacity in the US. This move aims to triple their combined capacity in Japan and the US.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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