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Demonstrators in Albania have continued their third month of daily protests calling for Prime Minister Edi Rama to step down, with crowds gathering in Skanderbeg Square and planning nationwide rallies. In response, the government has altered its internal meeting locations to avoid direct confrontations with activists.
Albania saw its 65th consecutive anti-government protest, with citizens marching in Tirana to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and his administration. Protesters called for systemic change and an end to corruption, vowing to continue until their demands are met.
Koyo Murata, 25, left Tokyo to return to his small Japanese hometown, where he is transforming an abandoned community center into a guest house to help save the disappearing community.
Massive protests continue in Albania, calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and a technical government. Analysts and activists describe the demonstrations as unprecedented in 35 years, reflecting widespread discontent with the current government and political establishment.
The Lithuanian Writers' Union Publishing House has released the third book by popular Japanese author Sayaka Murata, titled 'Disappearing World', for Lithuanian readers.
Japanese literary star Sayaka Murata, known as the "punk queen," spoke at a crowded club in Sofia, stating that Japanese literature has the power to heal hearts.
An interview with Japanese writer Sayaka Murata explores her perspectives on the delicate boundary between salvation and destruction.
Following the arrest of a Japanese SDF officer for trespassing on the Chinese Embassy grounds, the intruder has been referred to prosecutors, raising concerns among Chinese observers about right-wing ideology in Japan's SDF.
Japanese electronics giant Murata Manufacturing announced that its systems were illegally accessed, leading to a data leak that may include information belonging to external parties. The company is currently conducting a detailed investigation.
The Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK) has intensified its investigation into alleged state-business collusion following the arrest of prominent figure Ergys Agasi. Civil activists and opposition voices are using the development to condemn systemic corruption and demand judicial independence from political influence.
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial reported GAAP EPS of ¥131.59 and revenue of ¥2.85B, while Murata Manufacturing announced GAAP EPS of ¥44.70 and revenue of ¥502.26B, updating its FY 2027 outlook. Sumitomo also reported GAAP EPS of ¥39.92 and revenue of ¥1949.36B, reaffirming its FY 2027 outlook.
Thousands of protesters gathered in Tirana for the 43rd consecutive day, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and his government. Demonstrators marched through the streets, accusing the government of corruption and mismanagement.
Reports indicate that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is contemplating resignation, with some sources suggesting he is ready to quit while others, including a government source, state he remains focused on his role. This comes amid growing pressure from within his party and rivals.
Yasuhisa Hara’s ‘Kingdom’ Vol. 79 has topped the Billboard Japan Book Hot 100 for a second consecutive week, while Mayu Murata's 'Honey Lemon Soda' Vol. 31 debuted at No. 2.
Samsung Electronics announced a nearly 50-fold increase in its chip profit, contributing to a record quarterly profit, largely fueled by surging global demand for AI chips. This trend is also impacting other memory chip makers like SK Hynix and Murata, who are reporting record supply shortages.
A Bulgarian calendar of events highlights a national film festival, a conversation with Sayaka Murata, a Placido Domingo concert, and a 'Night at Muzeiko' focusing on science and entertainment related to natural phenomena.
Japanese manufacturer Murata, a key Apple supplier, has begun efforts to decouple its rare earths supply chain from US-China geopolitical risks.
Analysts have shared insights on various technology companies, including NICE (NICE), RingCentral (RNG), Sensata (ST), Zscaler (ZS), Duolingo (DUOL), and Murata Manufacturing Co (OtherMRAAF).
Turkish Cypriot leaders commemorated the victims of the 1974 killings in the villages of Muratağa, Sandallar, and Atlılar. The event marked the 52nd anniversary of one of the deadliest incidents in the region's history.
Murata Manufacturing Co., a key supplier of AI components, raised its profit outlook but cautioned that the global technology buildout, particularly AI spending, is expected to level off eventually.
Thousands of Albanians participated in a large anti-government protest in Tirana, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. The demonstration, which included clashes with police and damage to a police station, marked the 35th day of protests against the government.
Murata and Synopsys have partnered to develop simulation models specifically for use with Ansys tools, aiming to enhance design and analysis capabilities.
Taiyo Yuden and Murata Manufacturing, key suppliers of high-end ceramic capacitors for AI, are observing extremely high demand that could strain the supply chain.
Japanese electronics giant Murata Manufacturing announced that approximately 88,000 pieces of personal information belonging to business partners and employees may have been leaked due to unauthorized access to its internal systems.
Booker Prize winner Paul Lynch and Japanese author Sayaka Murata are set to attend the tenth edition of the "Literary Meetings" festival in Sofia, which will focus on the theme of "Dystopias and Resistance."
Japanese electronics giant Murata Manufacturing concluded its second KUMIHIMO Tech Camp in Sofia by selecting three Bulgarian deep tech startups, focusing on robotics and other advanced technologies.
Murata is reportedly considering raising the prices of a crucial component used in AI servers.