Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a shocking discovery that microplastics and nanoplastics have been found in human brain tissue, raising concerns about their potential impact on health, particularly in relation to neurodegenerative diseases [5][7][9]. Group 1: Research Findings - A study published in Nature Medicine revealed that all tested human brain samples contained microplastics and nanoplastics, with the highest concentration reaching 7 grams, equivalent to the weight of a plastic spoon [5][6]. - The concentration of microplastics in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia was found to be 3 to 5 times higher than in healthy individuals, suggesting a possible link between plastic exposure and cognitive decline [7]. - Between 2016 and 2024, the concentration of microplastics in brain tissue increased by 50%, paralleling the trend of plastic production doubling every 10 to 15 years [9]. Group 2: Sources of Microplastics - Microplastics enter the human body primarily through food and drink, as they have infiltrated the marine food chain, affecting seafood and salt consumption [10][11]. - Airborne microplastics, including synthetic fibers and particles from tire wear, also contribute to human exposure, with urban residents potentially inhaling up to 74,000 microplastic particles annually [13]. Group 3: Implications and Recommendations - The pervasive presence of microplastics in daily life necessitates a reduction in unnecessary plastic exposure, such as minimizing the use of single-use takeaway containers and opting for glass or stainless steel products [14]. - The article emphasizes that the concern has shifted from plastic pollution in oceans to its infiltration into human bodies, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and action [15].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights Toyota's increase in executive compensation, with Chairman Akio Toyoda's salary for FY2024 set at 1.949 billion yen, marking a 20% increase from the previous fiscal year, which is the highest in Toyota's history for four consecutive years [1][2] - Toyota's consolidated operating profit for FY2024 is projected to decrease by 10% to 4.7955 trillion yen compared to FY2023 [2] - The adjustment in executive salaries is based on global corporate benchmarks, indicating that the increase is a result of overall market trends rather than individual performance [2] Group 2 - Toyota's President Koji Sato will receive a salary of 826 million yen for FY2024, which is an increase from 623 million yen for the first nine months of FY2023 [2] - A total of seven executives, including Akio Toyoda and Koji Sato, will have salaries exceeding 100 million yen in FY2024 [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the global shift in rare earth production, particularly in response to China's export controls, highlighting the emergence of new players like Australia and Brazil in the heavy rare earth market [1][2]. Group 1: Australia and Lynas - Lynas Corporation has successfully separated heavy rare earths outside of China for the first time, extracting dysprosium from ore in Malaysia, with plans to extract terbium soon [1]. - The company is expanding its operations to include heavy rare earth production and plans to build a new extraction facility in Texas, USA, supported by $258 million from the U.S. Department of Defense [1][2]. - Following China's export restrictions, Lynas has received increased inquiries from new customers, indicating a growing demand for non-Chinese rare earth sources [2]. Group 2: Brazil's Initiatives - Brazil, holding the second-largest rare earth reserves globally, is aiming to enhance its production, which currently accounts for only 0.005% of the total [2]. - The Brazilian government is simplifying the geological survey and permitting processes to expedite the development of rare earth projects, with plans to start operations at its first large rare earth mine in Goiás state in 2024 [2]. - Brazil's rare earth projects are part of the "Mineral Security Partnership" initiated by Japan, the U.S., the EU, and the UK, receiving an additional $150 million in investment [2]. Group 3: India's Export Controls - In response to China's export controls, the Indian government has requested its state-owned rare earth company, IREL, to halt exports to Japan to secure domestic supplies [3][4]. - The Indian government emphasizes the importance of rare earths for its "Make in India" manufacturing strategy, indicating a focus on domestic production and supply security [4].

日本电视台（Nippon TV）6月20日发布消息称，人气男团"TOKIO"成员国分太一将退出节 目《The! 铁腕! DASH!!》。据悉他过去出现过多起违规行为。 日本电视台根据第三方律师的调查结果等做出决定，并在20日的临时董事会上获得了批准。 国分太一也接受了退出节目的决定。在他退出后，《The! 铁腕! DASH!!》将继续播出。 关于问题行为的详细情况，日本电视台表示"出于个人隐私等原因，有很多需要考虑的地方， 故不作说明"。 日本电视台社长：严重且非常遗憾 国分太一（KYODO） 由于多起违规行为，国分太一将退出日本电视台节目《The! 铁腕! DASH!!》。关于问题行为 的详细情况，日本电视台表示"出于个人隐私等原因，不作说明"…… 日本电视台社长福田博之回答记者提问（6月20日，东京都港区） 关于涉及违规的事件，福田博之表示"当然很严重且非常遗憾"。但是，对于详细情况，他反 复回答"无可奉告"。对于与节目的关系，他也表示"不能透露"。 福田博之表示，"作为公司，对于起用有问题行为的演员，我们负有责任"。关于对广告收入 的影响，他表示"尚不清楚"。福田明确表示日本电视台员工没有参与违规问题或 ...

Core Viewpoint - Honda and Nissan are resuming cooperation discussions after a breakdown in their previous merger talks, driven by increasing economic pressures and changes in leadership at Nissan [1][2]. Group 1: Cooperation Context - Honda's president, Takahiro Hachigo, indicated that while a full merger is not currently on the table, collaboration with Nissan and Mitsubishi is actively being pursued [1][2]. - The automotive industry is facing significant challenges due to U.S. tariffs, which have prompted both companies to consider joint strategies to mitigate financial impacts [3][4]. Group 2: Economic Pressures - The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on imported vehicles in April, with additional tariffs on key components like engines, leading to a projected 70% decrease in Honda's consolidated net profit for the fiscal year ending March 2026 [3]. - Nissan is expected to face a profit reduction of up to 450 billion yen due to these tariffs, highlighting the urgent need for cost-cutting measures [3]. Group 3: Leadership Changes - The change in Nissan's leadership from Makoto Uchida to Ivan Espinosa is seen as a factor in restoring trust and facilitating decision-making within the organization [2][3]. - Regular meetings between the executives of both companies have resumed since April, indicating a thaw in relations [2]. Group 4: Future Collaboration - Discussions are ongoing regarding potential collaboration in electric vehicles and autonomous driving technologies, with Mitsubishi joining the talks [2][3]. - Both companies are exploring the possibility of supplying Honda and LG's vehicle batteries produced in North America post-2028, as well as joint research in software technologies [3]. Group 5: Market Sentiment - Analysts suggest that achieving scale through collaboration with Nissan and Mitsubishi could improve Honda's profitability in the medium term [4]. - There is a growing sentiment among investors that collaboration among Japanese automakers is essential to compete against threats from Chinese companies and the shift towards electrification [4].

编者荐语： 阅读更多内容请点击下方"阅读原文" （本文由日经BP提供） 日经中文网"开设了"日经BP精选"栏目。日经BP是日本经济新闻社媒体集团的一员，成立于1969年。作 为日本领先的B2B媒体公司，聚焦经营管理、专业技术及生活时尚三大主要领域。敬请读者关注。 日经 以下文章来源于日经BP ，作者日经BP 亚瑟士的 "MOTION MUSCLE SUPPORT SPEED TIGHTS" 亚瑟士推广的用来支撑跑步的五分紧身裤销售情况良好。 2024年上市的"MOTION MUSCLE SUPPORT SPEED POCKET TIGHT"是继2021年推出的"METARACER HALF TIGHT"之后的又一款商品，基于客户洞察开发而成。 日经BP . 日经BP成立于1969年4月, 隶属于日本经济新闻社集团。作为日本领先的B2B媒体公司，我们聚焦"经营 管理"、"专业技术"及"生活时尚"三大主要领域，满足客户多元化的需求。 近年来，越来越多的企业试图挖掘顾客自身都未察觉的"客户洞察（Customer Insight）"，将 其应用于新产品的策划或营销中。在策划商品之前开展大规模定量调查或个案（n=1）调 ...

"上海世界移动通信大会（MWC上海）"开幕。这是每年在西班牙举办的全球最大移动通信展会"MWC"的中国版，通信运营商和设备制 造商等参展，展示5G和人工智能技术。展会持续到6月20日。（6月18日，上海市） 华为开始在与一带一路重叠的新兴和发展中国家的"全球南方"扩大销售人工智能服务。随着中国制造的 人工智能稳步扩张，欧美企业的空间正在缩小。可能与美国等西方国家的人工智能服务形成两极分 化…… 在中国，由于政府的支持政策，人工智能的开发竞争激烈。此外，可以利用购买力从国内供应链以低成 本采购必要设备。对于人工智能技术积累较少的国家来说，与中国企业合作可以节省投资和时间，具有 吸引力。 中国企业还致力于销售主力5G通信设备。 大型通信企业中兴通讯（ZTE）3月与马来西亚大型通信公司Celcom Digi签署了利用人工智能提高通信 服务质量的MOU。5月，中兴通讯宣布与印度尼西亚大型通信企业PT XLSmart Telecom Sejahtera Tbk （XLSmart）合作开发5G通信网络等。6月，中兴通讯还与阿拉伯联合酋长国（UAE）的大型通信公司 合作，参与了通信新技术的验证实验。 据调查公司Dell'O ...

Core Viewpoint - The Nintendo Switch 2 is being sold in mainland China through Hong Kong imports, despite not being officially released in the region, leading to higher prices compared to Hong Kong and Japan [1][2]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - Chinese e-commerce platforms like JD.com and Taobao are selling the Hong Kong version of the Switch 2, with prices generally above 4000 RMB, which is higher than the expected retail price of 6,9980 JPY (approximately 3462 RMB) in Japan [1]. - The Switch 2 is claimed to be "officially authorized first batch supply" by JD.com, indicating a potential gray market operation [1]. - Analysts suggest that there is still growth potential for gaming consoles in mainland China, despite a limited number of gaming enthusiasts [2]. Group 2: Regulatory Environment - The sale of gaming software in mainland China is subject to strict content review regulations, which may impact the availability of the Switch 2 and its games [2]. - The absence of a domestic version of the Switch for an extended period could lead to an increase in cheap piracy [2]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - Tencent Holdings previously sold the first-generation Switch in mainland China and has heavily invested in mobile gaming, which remains the mainstream gaming format in the region [2]. - There has been no direct response from Tencent regarding their involvement in the sale of the Hong Kong version of the Switch 2 in mainland China [2].

桥本英二会长兼首席执行官（CEO）（左）以不退让的决心面对美国总统特朗普，致力于完成经营改革（REUTERS） 尽管美国前总统拜登下达叫停收购的命令，但日本制铁没有放弃。突破口是喜欢推翻拜登政策的特朗普 上台。在日美关税谈判的幕后，日本制铁打出了最后一张牌——投资约110亿美元…… 日本制铁和美国围绕收购美国钢铁公司（US Steel）的攻防战事实上已经结束。尽管此前僵持不下，但 日本制铁没有让步。美国是否需要日本制铁来重振制造业？日本制铁的会长兼首席执行官（CEO）桥本 英二通过软硬兼施的博弈，将与美国总统特朗普的交易引向了"逆转胜利"。 带来逆转突破口的是美国政权换届。 特朗普喜欢推翻拜登的政策，具有灵活性。日本制铁踏实地采取了游说和私底下交涉等行动。多次与美 国商务部长卢特尼克会面，也接触了对收购计划表示理解的议员。 特朗普喜欢以关税为契机、重振美国制造业的故事。4月9日，随着金融市场出现美国股票、债券、货币 同时下跌的"三杀"，特朗普把刚刚启动的对等关税的大部分暂停90天。为了摆脱困境，美国与日本等国 正式展开关税谈判，随后围绕收购美国钢铁公司的博弈也明显取得进展。 在举行第3轮日美关税谈判的5月23 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the impact of Canada imposing a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) and China's retaliatory 100% tariff on Canadian canola oil and canola meal, leading to fluctuations in canola prices and export volumes [1][2]. Group 1: Tariff Impact and Price Fluctuations - Canada has implemented a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, prompting China to respond with a similar tariff on Canadian canola oil and canola meal starting March 2025 [1]. - Despite initial concerns about a significant drop in Canadian canola exports due to the tariffs, the actual decline has been less than expected, with prices rebounding sharply [1]. - As of May 27, 2023, Canadian canola futures reached CAD 733.5 per ton, marking a 34% increase from the recent low of CAD 546.5 per ton on March 14, 2023 [1]. Group 2: Export and Crushing Volume Trends - The forecast for Canadian canola exports from August 2024 to July 2025 indicates a 27% increase compared to the previous year, reaching 8.5 million tons [2]. - Actual exports as of June 1, 2023, have already met the forecasted volume of 8.5 million tons, exceeding expectations [2]. - Domestic crushing capacity in Canada is also on the rise, with projections for 2024-2025 reaching a record high of 11.5 million tons due to stable demand for canola oil and meal [2]. Group 3: Future Price Outlook - Many analysts believe that canola prices will remain high due to tight supply and demand dynamics [3]. - Market experts suggest that if the trend of position adjustments does not expand and soybean prices do not decline, current canola prices may stabilize around CAD 700 [3]. - Continuous price increases for canola oil used in salad dressings have been observed, with manufacturers negotiating further price hikes in the upcoming months [3].