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• MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 revealed nominees in 77 categories on Saturday, highlighting achievements in Japanese and global music. • The event celebrates international music connections with artists from Asia and worldwide ahead of the June 13, 2026 ceremony in Tokyo. • Nominees include top J-pop acts and K-pop groups, with categories spanning song of the year, artist of the year, and genre-specific awards.

• On May 6, 2026, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced a $40 billion investment to build a new AI‑optimized fabrication plant in Taichung, focused on 2‑nm and 1.4‑nm process nodes. • The fab is projected to reach full capacity by 2029, capable of supplying 250,000 12‑inch wafers monthly to AI‑chip design firms, including NVIDIA‑style accelerators and custom ASICs for hyperscalers. • TSMC’s CEO, C.C. Wei, emphasized that 70% of the facility’s planned capacity is already pre‑booked by cloud providers and AI‑hardware vendors, underscoring the sustained global shortage of advanced nodes.

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• Disney revealed D23 Asia: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will debut in Singapore in 2027, following the announcement of Disney Cruise Line's regional launch. • The three-day convention will feature Hollywood stars, storytellers, live showcases, behind-the-scenes presentations, performances, interactive experiences, and exclusive merchandise. • No specific dates, locations, or ticket information have been released yet; updates will come via the Singapore Tourism Board on Instagram.

• BioNTech revealed plans to close manufacturing sites in Germany and Singapore, impacting up to 1,860 jobs, as it shifts from COVID-19 vaccine production to oncology therapies. • The company, which co-developed the mRNA vaccine Comirnaty with Pfizer, will also repurchase up to $1 billion in shares amid a leadership transition. • This restructuring reflects the post-pandemic decline in demand for COVID vaccines, positioning BioNTech to focus on cancer treatments with greater long-term potential.

• Defending champions Lahore Qalandars will face tournament debutants Hyderabad Houston Kingsmen in the PSL 2026 opening game. • The Pakistan Super League introduced a new logo and opened a player transfer window to refresh team rosters. • Tournament expected to utilize six venues, expanding its footprint for the upcoming season.