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China's tech-wave high-fliers

Here are nine individuals who have made a name for themselves in China's  highly competitive technology and e-commerce industry.

Nobel Prize-winning scientist Charles Kuen Kao who 'brought forth the development of the Internet' dies at 84

Japan fashion guru Yusaku Maezawa lands first SpaceX moon flight

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  • A display during the Mass Games held last Friday at Pyongyang's May Day Stadium. The showcase included the history of North Korea, from its founding in 1948 to talks with South Korean President Moon Jae-in in April.
  • North Korea pulled out all its technological stops for the Mass Games, which resumed this month after a hiatus of six years. It included a synchronised drone performance, 3D laser projections and fireworks.

North Korea goes all out for its 70th anniversary

North Korea, which marks the 70th anniversary of its founding this month, has capped a euphoric week that included a visit by South Korean President Moon Jae-in and a mega Mass Games showcase that involved a passionate call for unification.
  • Mr Nobuaki Tanaka (centre, in black tie), 48, an "ossan" for rent, was once "rented" as a party companion.

Excuse me, uncle, are you for rent?

For $12 an hour, a middle-aged Japanese man will listen to your woes, do chores and offer advice on things like love and life.
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