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Giorgio Armani fashion business could be sold

Giorgio Armani, the founder of the famous Italian fashion company, Giorgio Armani, recently died. He was 91 years old. In his will, he wrote that his company should be sold or become a public company.

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Nature, Politics, Travel

Hot Spring Businesses Block Geothermal Energy in Japan

Japan has more than 100 active volcanoes and the third-largest amount of geothermal resources in the world. However, the country has not started using the renewable energy because of opposition from the hot spring indust

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Entertainment, Sports, Travel

Saudi Arabia Beats Argentina - Businesses Close Next Day

The king of Saudi Arabia declared a public holiday for the country on Wednesday. The holiday was to celebrate their win against Argentina in the World Cup. Saudi Arabia beat Argentina 2-1 on Tuesday.

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Business, TechnologyJapan

Nidec Considers Executive Changes After Huge Losses

Nidec, a major Japanese manufacturer of electric motors, has announced that it expects a huge financial writedown. A writedown happens when a company officially reduces the recorded value of part of its business.

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Politics, BusinessJapan

Japan's PM Takaichi to Continue Gasoline Subsidy

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has announced that the government will continue its gasoline subsidy. The policy keeps the price of gasoline at about 170 yen per liter, helping drivers and businesses cope with fuel

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