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Japan to Tighten Cybersecurity Procurement for Local Governments Japan will require local governments to buy only IT equipment certified as low cybersecurity risk to curb data leaks and foreign supply-chain …

Crude oil futures plunge as Strait of Hormuz reopening eases supply fears and lifts US stocks Crude oil futures fell sharply after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open following …

Pokemon cards surge as collectors and investors drive a global market boom Pokemon cards surge in value as collectors and investors drive record auctions, graded-rarity premiums and new buyers reshape …

Kazakhstan moves to install KazMunayGas and CITIC at Karachaganak gas plant after fallout with Eni and Shell Kazakhstan’s state-owned KazMunayGas and Chinese partner CITIC are set to take control of …

Japan warship export advances as Mitsubishi wins A$20bn frigate contract for Australia Japan warship export advances as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries wins A$20bn deal to build three general-purpose frigates for Australia, …

Papa’s Mumbai restaurant reshapes city dining with playful menus and interactive service Papa’s Mumbai restaurant is redefining the city’s dining scene with inventive plates, playful cocktails and interactive service that …

Hajj pilgrimage season opens as Asian pilgrims rehearse at Indonesia replica Kaaba More than 750,000 Asian Muslims are preparing for the Hajj pilgrimage, rehearsing rites in Indonesia as governments coordinate …

Sony semiconductor subsidy: Japan to provide up to ¥60 billion to boost device production Japan will give Sony up to ¥60 billion to expand semiconductor device production for smartphones and …

Honda China production halt exposes lag in EV transition Honda’s China production halt for gasoline cars in June 2026 highlights weak sales and its struggle to keep pace with China’s …