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Researchers at Chiba University are developing space farming techniques to grow fresh produce on the moon, aiming to establish a lunar farm by the 2040s and provide astronauts with nutritious food while reducing reliance on pre-packaged space food. This research also holds potential for improving agricultural efficiency and sustainability on Earth.

Part-time workers in Japan saw their average pay increase by a record high of 6.53% during this year's "shunto" spring labor negotiations, driven by a nationwide trend of rising wages and a labor shortage. This marks the ninth consecutive year that part-time workers' wage increases have outpaced those of regular employees.

Fujitsu is breaking away from tradition by hiring new employees year-round and offering higher salaries to attract talented individuals, regardless of their graduation status. This move reflects the intensifying competition in the information technology industry and the need for a more flexible and merit-based approach to recruitment and compensation.

Nissan showcased self-driving car experiments in Yokohama, aiming to develop transportation services using autonomous driving technologies within three years. The company plans to increase the number of self-driving cars and start transportation services in multiple municipalities as early as fiscal 2027.

Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida's resignation comes amidst a challenging period for the automaker, marked by declining sales, a failed merger attempt with Honda, and a projected loss for the current fiscal year. Ivan Espinosa, a veteran Nissan executive with extensive experience in product planning, will take the helm, tasked with navigating the company through a critical juncture and restoring investor confidence.