Sumitomo Corp. Aims for 2,000‑Plane Fleet, Buying Older Jets to Build Leasing Power Sumitomo Corp. is accelerating its push into aircraft leasing, targeting a fleet of more than 2,000 planes …
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Yamaha unveils YZF-R2 sportbike in India as middle class demands upmarket motorcycles
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiYamaha launches YZF-R2 sport bike in India as middle-class demand shifts to premium motorcycles Yamaha unveiled the YZF-R2 in Chennai on Aug. 27, 2026, signaling a push into India’s higher-priced …
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Sony Music acquires largest stake in GungHo to revive Puzzles and Dragons
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSony Music becomes largest shareholder in GungHo to revive Puzzle & Dragons Sony Music (Japan) becomes GungHo’s largest shareholder, seeking to revive developer Puzzle & Dragons through content, IP and …
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Honda and Nissan agree to build shared onboard operating system by 2029
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiHonda and Nissan to Agree on Shared Operating System and Onboard Computer for 2029 Models Honda and Nissan to finalize a shared operating system and onboard computer by Monday, August …
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Putin to Meet Xi at SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan, Also Meets Modi, Iran’s Pezeshkian
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPutin-Xi meeting set for Aug. 31, 2026 at SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan Putin to meet Xi at SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan on Aug. 31, 2026; bilateral talks with India’s Modi …
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U.S. cheesemakers chase Asian markets as whey output surges U.S. cheesemakers are pursuing Asian buyers as whey production climbs, forcing Wisconsin dairies to reshape export strategies and expand supply-chain links. …
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Singapore hawkers revitalize aging trade with global flavors and social media
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiYoung hawkers reshape Singapore’s hawker scene with global flavors and digital savvy Young hawkers in Singapore are transforming the traditional hawker trade, blending global flavors with social media and modern …
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Hong Kong cryptocurrency exchanges struggle to meet shifting investor demand
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiBitcoin Asia conference in Hong Kong underscores weak investor appetite and regulatory strain Hong Kong’s Bitcoin Asia conference (Aug. 27–28, 2026) highlighted dwindling investor interest and the challenges facing the …
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Casio to boost India stores 70% and make women’s watches locally by 2030
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiCasio to Expand India Store Network by 70% by 2030, Boost Local Watch Production Casio India expansion will see the Japanese watchmaker increase its retail footprint and begin local manufacturing …
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Sri Lankan tea workers face chronic low wages and limited infrastructure
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSri Lankan tea plantation workers confront shrinking incomes, rising costs and scant public services Sri Lankan tea plantation workers are confronting a worsening squeeze as low pay, rising living costs …