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From left to right are billionaires Tadashi Yanai, Masayoshi Son, Takemitsu Takizaki, Yasumitsu Shigeta and Takao Yasuda - the 5 richest people in Japan according to Forbes data recorded at 9:35 a.m. on August 8, 2026. Graphics: AI.

Japan's billionaire race close, Masayoshi Son closely follows Uniqlo owner

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The total assets of the 5 richest billionaires in Japan reached 172.1 billion USD. Compared to the previous trading session, the group's assets decreased by about 1.3 billion USD.

Domestic gold prices increased after a week, but the high buying-selling spread still caused buyers at some brands to lose money. Photo: Phan Anh

Gold prices surge after a week, buyers still lose up to 1.2 million VND/tael

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Domestic gold prices increased after a week, but the high buying - selling difference caused buyers to only break even or still lose up to 1.2 million VND/tael.

Most fishing vessels in Ca Mau are registered and inspected. Photo: Nhat Ho.

Ca Mau tightens control against IUU fishing

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Ca Mau launches a peak period to combat IUU fishing, tighten management of fishing vessels, handle violations, and is determined not to let fishing vessels illegally exploit in foreign waters.

Savings deposit interest rates at VietinBank counters currently range from 2.1% - 6.0%/year. Photo: Hai Nguyen

VietinBank interest rate, deposit 300 million VND and earn 36 million VND

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VietinBank's savings interest rate recorded the highest level of 6.0%/year. See immediately the interest rate you can receive if you deposit 300 million VND.

Many HOWO trucks and an ambulance will be auctioned in August. Illustrative image AI

Phu Tho auctions HOWO trucks and used ambulances

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Phu Tho - 14 old trucks and 1 ambulance will be put up for auction.