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The Japan Timesworld16 days ago
Micron breaks ground on $9.3 billion Hiroshima factory expansion
Micron Technology began construction on an expansion of its factory in Hiroshima, Japan, on Saturday. The project is valued at ¥1.5 trillion and will produce high-bandwidth memory chips for AI processors, with shipments scheduled to begin around the summer of 2028.
usatoday.compolitics35 days ago
Nations Approve First Antarctic Underwater Protection Zone Around Endurance Wreck
The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust proposal cleared unanimous approval last month in Hiroshima. Final agreement is due in September from the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources.
opindia.comworld60 days ago
Fire Destroys 1,200-Year-Old Buddhist Temple on Itsukushima Island
A fire destroyed Reikado Hall, a historic Buddhist temple on Itsukushima island near Hiroshima, on Wednesday. The blaze began at the temple's long-burning flame and spread through the structure despite efforts by firefighters and a helicopter.
Japan Timesworld69 days ago
Emperor Penguin Protections Discussed at Antarctic Treaty Meeting in Japan
Officials from nearly 60 nations began annual Antarctic Treaty discussions in Hiroshima on Tuesday, with greater safeguards for endangered emperor penguins and management of surging tourism as the leading issues. The meetings occur as scientists warn of accelerating climate-drive…