伊豆シャボテン動物公園 welcomes newborn binturong and white-handed gibbon
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1 binturong baby (female) born
1 female white-handed gibbon baby also born
At our park, 3 binturongs live on the 1st floor of “Waku Waku Monkey House”: the baby’s father, “Peace” (3 years old), its mother, “Pon” (3 years old), and “Love,” a female (10 years old).
Father “Bobby” (23 years old)
Mother “Yuzu” (13 years old)
Older sister “Hinata” (陽向（ひなた）) (3 years old)
Our park has a total of 4 binturongs, including the newborn.
The baby is currently about 52cm long.
It weighs about 780g.
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Our park has a total of 4 white-handed gibbons, including the newborn.
Could the reason for “fatigue that won’t go away even after sleeping” be a lack of “maintenance energy”? Voice actors Tomokazu Sugita, Akari Kito and Hiro Shimono appear as heroes in the original video “Heroes of Fatigue: Night Recovers,” premiering Aug. 17.
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The video will be released on YouTube starting Monday, August 17, 2026.
The Japan Public Affairs Association will hold “Free One-on-One Public Affairs Consultations,” limited to 1 company per slot.
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To be held in September 2026
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Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 日本パブリックアフェアーズ協会、パブリックアフェアーズジャパン株式会社、TMI総合法律事務所、社会福祉法人日本医療伝道会衣笠病院グループ、医療経済研究機構、名古屋商科大学ビジネススクール、大学院大学至善館、早稲田大学、広島大学、一般社団法人Medical Excellence JAPAN
Generative AI is more trusted than social media, but not as much as search【2026 latest survey】—日本ダイレクトマーケティング学会 surveys “Changes in Consumer Behavior Driven by Generative AI”
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About 70% of people in their 20s use it.
ChatGPT (OpenAI) (68.9%)
Gemini (Google) ※formerly Bard; also includes Google Search AI (AIO, etc.) (52.3%)
Copilot (Microsoft) ※including versions built into Edge and Windows (24.7%)
33.4% of respondents said they “trust” generative AI information (selected 4 or 5).
JASA and アイティメディア form strategic partnership to jointly plan and promote EdgeTech+ 2026, one of Japan’s largest comprehensive edge technology exhibitions
Escape the lingering summer heat in the cities and enter a world with an average temperature of 20°C! “Coolcation” is attracting attention. Enjoy a world-class resort, music, fine dining and outdoor activities during “Niseko’s first autumn” in the Silver Week, a 5-day holiday stretch for the first time in 11 years.
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Average temperature: about 20°C
A 5-day holiday stretch for the first time in 11 years
“Acquire and walk away” becomes a management risk — Full-scale rollout of external COO-style PMI support to prevent on-the-ground M&A integration breakdowns
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The rate of small and midsize businesses nationwide without a successor is 50.1%
Approximately 2.45 million business owners are over age 70
1.27 million have no successor identified
600,000 companies face the risk of closure despite being profitable
DDe株式会社 to exhibit its energy-saving air-conditioning product α-HT at the Manufacturing Industry Carbon Neutrality Expo [Fall], with new lineup also on display
Manufacturing DX tool developed to address challenges at group factories: SHIFTINA, a staffing and shift-scheduling system, now available to external customers
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Scheduling and adjustments had taken 1–2 hours every day
Can reduce the time required to create shifts by up to 90%
Japan’s largest high school esports festival, STAGE:0 eSPORTS High-School Championship 2026, concludes; Japan’s top high school esports teams decided at the Osaka finals!
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A total of 7,311 high school students from across the country entered
The event featured a record-high 8 titles
Claimed the top spot among 295 teams
Rose to the top among 430 teams
Claimed the top spot among 86 teams
More than 10 million total social media followers
Entries came from 2,181 teams and 7,311 high school students nationwide
The legendary quiz show Trans-American Ultra Quiz becomes a virtual walking event! “Walk! Answer! Trans-American Ultra Quiz by HealthPlanet” launches August 17
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The participation fee is 3,000 yen (tax included)
Approximately 1,000 quiz questions
Companies mentioned：株式会社タニタヘルスリンク、日本テレビ、HealthPlanet、HealthPlanet Walk
Last year’s champion Patrick Davidson claims his first win of the season and charges toward reclaiming the title | AIR RACE X 2026 Series Round 3 results
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Davidson topped qualifying, taking pole position with a time of 62.108.
Muroya was 2nd in 62.193, just 0.085 seconds behind.
Aaron Deliu of Australia, winner of the season opener, was 3rd in 62.781
Qualifying | 0.085 seconds — A fierce battle between the champion and Japan’s ace
1st: Yoshihide Muroya (76 pt) — On the podium for 3 consecutive races. He held onto the lead but now faces a close chase
2nd: Patrick Davidson (66 pt) — His first win of the season takes him straight from 4th to 2nd
3rd: Aaron Deliu (63 pt) — Dropped from 2nd, but trails Davidson by just 3 points
4th: Martin Sonka (53 pt) — Missed the podium, but still has a chance to win the title
In the final Round 4, up to 33 points are available: 25 points for winning the final plus 8 qualifying bonus points
Companies mentioned：AIR RACE X、LEXUS PATHFINDER AIR RACING
[Latest report] AIR RACE X 2026 Round 3: Muroya records the event’s fastest time of 61.242 seconds and finishes runner-up by a narrow margin — retains the overall lead heading into the final round
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He also clocked an impressive 63.838 seconds in the final
Earned a total of 23 points across qualifying and the main race
Maximum acceleration of 12G
Top speed of 400 km/h
Companies mentioned：LEXUS PATHFINDER AIR RACING、AIR RACE X
Pilates Mee to open new Chuo-Rinkan location on August 1, 2026! Served by 2 lines, the Den-en-toshi Line and Odakyu Enoshima Line, and a 3-minute walk from Chuo-Rinkan Station
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A 3-minute walk from Chuo-Rinkan Station
More than 130 locations nationwide
¥11,000 per month (tax included; 2 sessions per month)
Trial lesson normally priced at ¥9,800 (tax included)
Tabiho Dog (tabihoken), the official character of overseas travel insurance "t@biho tabiho," makes its first appearance in the NIKKEI Corporate Character General Election 2026!
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Voting period: August 17, 2026 (Monday)–September 17 (Thursday)
niko and ... × BRITA launch their first collaboration, featuring limited-edition shaved ice, lifestyle displays and a campaign, offering a personal style inspired by great-tasting water
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A gift for the first 1,000 customers
BRITA LARQ iQ Bottle (first in-store sale) Price: 21,780 yen (tax included)
[Launching in September 2026] Socialups to launch NIIGATA BR[AI]N, an AI business implementation program, in Niigata City as part of 新潟IPC財団's next-generation talent development initiative
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A keynote speech will be held on Sep. 2, 2026 (Wed.)
“Everyday simplicity” brings peace of mind when the unexpected happens. QUICKCAMP launches a familiar disaster-preparedness series connecting outdoor activities and disaster readiness
Student retention and classroom profitability improvement package for cram schools implemented in “社長の分身.” An integrated approach to improving student recruitment, withdrawals, instructor retention and classroom revenue
Recipients selected for FY Reiwa 8 of the Sendai-Tohoku Expansion Program (STEP), a hands-on support program for startups seeking to expand overseas
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Selected participants (7 organizations) for STEP for ENTRY, a program for startups and others in the early stages of overseas expansion
Selected participants (5 companies) for STEP for GROWTH, a program for startups and others seeking overseas expansion and local business opportunities
Companies mentioned：仙台市、仙台グローバルスタートアップ・ハブ、株式会社1684、株式会社wead、株式会社 GET BACK、STONY、株式会社perpleFUJI WINGS、株式会社fog、イームズロボティクス株式会社、輝翠株式会社、ストーリーライン株式会社、タグル株式会社、NanoFrontier株式会社
[New from テザーツールズ] The Tether Guard evolves to prevent cable disconnections during tethered shooting and damage to camera ports! A slim camera plate combines exceptional holding power with the portability of a QD system
[New rental apartment building] Leasing begins! The fifth デュオフラッツ building in Taito Ward! / デュオフラッツ浅草田原町ネスト / 4-minute walk from Tawaramachi Station on the Ginza Line
Noda Kuri’s Ambition: The Road to Unifying the Gaming World — Can you move ice cream by “screaming”? The new sensation action game I scream Ice cream airs tomorrow, Aug. 18 (Tue.), at 9:25 p.m.
[GoQSystem for centralized e-commerce management] “Individual Consultation Month” kicks off on Aug. 17! In-person and online consultations will be available simultaneously at locations nationwide, with comprehensive support for building back-office operations
A short conversational drama popular with 100 million cumulative views, “I’m Curious About That Table,” is getting audio content of “about 5 minutes”! MyComfort is launching an exclusive audio feature to help you reset from weekday fatigue through conversation
The latest work by 長谷川まりる, author of “杉森くんを殺すには”! 美月, an Earthling, and パー子, an alien transfer student. “The Classroom with an Alien” is a much-anticipated work that questions the meaning of “difference” and “normal.” A story of exchange between Earthlings and aliens, for an era of diversity.
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List price: 1,650 yen (1,500 yen before tax, plus tax)
[Taking place Friday, Aug. 21] An engineer from ISFnet will speak at “MS Monthly Vulnerability Study Session [Learn About the Latest Vulnerabilities!!],” hosted by practical security school “セキュ塾”
We want you to enjoy a filling meal at a great price this summer, too! “Bluefin tuna medium-fatty cut,” the “king of tuna,” and 1 piece of premium “abalone” will be available for just 110 yen, tax included! Plus, “Catalana Grande,” featuring about 40% more of our No. 1 popular dessert!
【星のや軽井沢】A full moon recreated inside a glass! New “Full Moon Parfait” lets adults savor autumn flavors such as Shine Muscat grapes and Anno sweet potatoes
【ホテルメトロポリタン】Savor the bounty of the land and the riches of the sea at the “Taste of Japan: Nagano and Toyama Fair” — a journey through a treasure trove of cuisine
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The “Taste of Japan: Nagano and Toyama Fair” will open on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
The latest book from MASAYUKI, a master who has guided the careers of a cumulative total of 1万人! “Find the Work and Career That Truly Suit You Through Mayan Astrology®” goes on sale Tuesday, September 1
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More than 1万 individual readings and career sessions in total
“For those seeking their destined serum.” SHISEIDO launches a nationwide sampling campaign for アルティミューン. — Experiential events will also be held in 3 cities — Sampling will take place across Japan
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“SHISEIDO,” available in 90 countries and regions worldwide
Experiential events at 6 locations in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka
30mL 9,000 yen (9,900 yen including tax)
50mL 13,8000 yen (15,180 yen including tax)
50mL (refill) 13,300 yen (14,630 yen including tax)
75mL 18,000 yen (19,800 yen including tax)
75mL (refill) 16,500 yen (18,150 yen including tax)
“niko and ...” collaborates with water purifier brand “BRITA”! From Monday, August 17, limited-time shaved ice made with a focus on delicious water will be available at “niko and ... TOKYO”!
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Price: ¥680 (tax included)
Price: 21,780 yen (tax included)
Price: 7,898 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,278 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,078 yen (tax included)
Total sales for fiscal 2024 were 727 million euros
As of the end of 2024, the company had 2,433 employees worldwide
As of the end of 2025, approximately 30 employees
Approximately 1,500 stores in Japan and overseas
149 locations nationwide
Companies mentioned：niko and ...、BRITA、株式会社アダストリア、アンドエスティHDグループ、BRITA Japan株式会社、株式会社アンドエスティ、株式会社アンドエスティ・ロジスティクス、株式会社WeOur
【阪急うめだ本店】A feature on eyewear and magnifiers to keep your daily life active, also perfect as Respect for the Aged Day gifts! “A World Expanded Through Lenses” opens
A marriage with a 34-year age gap! Wife, 60, and husband, 26, talk about their whirlwind wedding after 1 year of knowing each other: “The moment I touched her hand…” What made him fall in love? Their surprising love story and sweet newlywed life, too | “Women Who Won’t Keep Quiet season3”