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A record number of Japanese seniors are re-entering the workforce to combat an aging population–but also because they just want to.
It’s like looking into the future as Mr. Sato and his cohorts digitally advance themselves to a respectfully elderly age.
Two brothers and their friend accused of robbing elderly woman who was still a lot younger than them.
Unfortunately forgetful granny’s hidden treasure box did not contain tissues, so you’ll want to grab some of your own.
Japan’s labor shortage is so bad that the government is even recruiting old folks who are willing to work.
The pair took the Guinness World Record from another pair of twins, who were also Japanese.
After stepping away from a life spent in cars, he’s reunited with the real-world ride he owned and loved in his youth.
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