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Newsweek International

Ramadan Reflections

Biden’s Age Problem Tears Democrats Apart • After being depicted as an ‘elderly man with a poor memory,’ questions surrounding the president’s advanced years are dividing his party

Gen Z’s Pockets Full of Cash • Digital wallets and bank cards might appear to be the modern way to pay, but physical money is making a comeback among young adults

I’m Suing Harvard Over Rife Antisemitism • I applied to the university’s Divinity School to be an ambassador for Orthodox Jews and build bridges with other cultures; instead I’m battling discrimination

THE INCONCEIVABLE SEARCH FOR SPERM • Making MOTHERHOOD a reality in the face of virtually every cultural taboo

Q & A • Valerie Bauman

AMERICA’S Greatest Workplaces for JOB STARTERS 2024

Japan’s SMEs Uphold Tradition Amid Global Challenges

Umeken: From Centuries of Traditional Kampo Medicine to Skincare Innovation

Radiant Reinvention: Saishunkan Pharmaceutical’s Pursuit of Cosmetics Excellence • Saishunkan Pharmaceutical leads with high-quality, medically-driven products like Domohorn Wrinkle, emphasizing innovation and excellence for global expansion.

Crafting the Threads of Innovation: Toray Opelontex’s Vision in Textile Evolution • Toray Opelontex pioneers in the textile industry with its groundbreaking LYCRA® fiber, revolutionizing apparel with invisible yet impactful elasticity, while leveraging partnerships and sustainable practices for a brighter, more resilient future.

Co-medical: Japan’s Comprehensive Beauty Care Company • Founded in 2014, Co-medical offers a complete spectrum of products, from skin care to health supplements, designed to enhance and empower both outer and inner beauty.

Bringing Color to Life • With over 100 years of history, Holbein has the ability to meet specific artistic needs.

KISHUN Inc.: Pioneering Sustainability in Japan’s Jewelry Landscape • With its eco-conscious ethos and global outreach, trailblazing KISHUN Inc. is revolutionizing Japan’s jewelry industry, crafting a new narrative in the glittering world of adornment.

The Fall and Rise of Katt Williams • He’s had a string of run-ins with the law, yet the comedian’s popularity continues to grow—with a recent podcast appearance blowing up the internet

Japan’s SMEs Innovate Amid Global Manufacturing Shifts

True Image Clarity Through Innovative Technology • Logic & Design’s patented technology provides enhanced images for a range of industries.

KOKUSAI Electric Group: Pioneering Semiconductors with Cutting-Edge Technologies • KOKUSAI Electric Group’s batch deposition and single-wafer treatment equipment is highly regarded by semiconductor device manufacturers around the globe and enjoys a world-leading market share.

IIX INC.: Pioneering Sustainable Display Solutions Globally • IIX INC. leads the world in innovative display technology, emphasizing sustainability, global expansion, and strategic partnerships for industry excellence.

Alloy Evolution Crafted by Shinhokoku Material • Shinhokoku Material provides only-one invar type low thermal expansion alloys.

The Power of Surface Analysis Unleashed • At the forefront of surface analysis, ULVAC-PHI sets the stage for global expansion and technological breakthroughs.

Seishin Trading: Pioneering Innovation and Global Partnerships in Manufacturing • A journey from trading to cutting-edge technologies, collaborative excellence, and the strategic response to market dynamics in the ever-evolving global landscape.

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