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Shogi Milestone: Tomoka Nishiyama became the first woman eligible to enter shogi’s main professional ranks after winning her fifth Hakurei title. She has yet to decide whether to take the opportunity. Defense: Japan signed a deal to buy interceptor drones from Ukrainian maker SkyFall as Tokyo strengthens its counter-drone capabilities. ICC Tensions: Japan protested Russia’s extradition requests for ICC President Tomoko Akane and eight court officials, while Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged support for the court after new U.S. sanctions. Cybersecurity: The government urged stronger defenses as attacks mount; more than 500 cases have been reported this year, including a breach affecting about 6.6 million car-sharing accounts. Energy: Kansai Electric restarted a reactor at Mihama nuclear plant in central Japan. Cost of Living: The cabinet approved a bill to cut the food consumption tax to 1% for two years, though key details remain unresolved.

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