Live News of Tokyo February 28, 2024

Meta CEO Zuckerberg Explores XR Partnerships In South Korea

During his visit to South Korea, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg engaged in discussions with LG Electronics executives regarding cooperation on extended reality devices. This visit marks Zuckerberg's first trip to South Korea inRead More

Wall Street Remains Cautious As Corporate Earnings And Inflation Data Loom

Wall Street saw little change early Tuesday as more corporate earnings were reported ahead of new data on inflation expected later in the week. Futures for the S&P 500 rose by 0.2% before the bell, while...Read More

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Congressman Seth Moulton Raises Concerns Over Elon Musk's Actions

Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton recently returned from visits to Taiwan and Tokyo, where officials expressed concerns about the delivery of aid to Ukraine and its implications on global security. The focus on aid to UkRead More

Asian Shares Mostly Decline, Nikkei 225 Hits Record High

Asian shares mostly declined on Monday, with Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index reaching another record high in morning trading. The Nikkei 225 gained 0.5% to 39,309.76 after a holiday closure on Friday. The dollar edged up to...Read More

Canal+ Group Increases Stake In Asian Streaming Platform Viu

France's Canal+ Group has increased its stake in multi-territory Asian streaming platform Viu to 30%. The additional investment reflects Canal+'s confidence in Viu and its teams, as well as its commitment to making Asia itRead More

Global Shares Mostly Decline, Tokyo's Nikkei Hits Record High

Global shares mostly declined on Monday, with Tokyo's Nikkei 225 index being a standout as it reached another record high. In early trading, France's CAC 40 slipped 0.4% to 7,935.33, while Germany's DAX edged 0.1% higher...Read More

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Junto Nakatani Claims WBC Bantamweight Title With Sixth-Round TKO

On Saturday in Tokyo, Junto Nakatani secured a sixth-round TKO triumph over Alexandro Santiago to clinch the WBC bantamweight championship, marking his third division title. The 26-year-old Japanese boxer, with an impressiRead More

Jennifer Lopez Celebrates Twins' 16Th Birthday With Luxe Tokyo Trip

Jennifer Lopez recently took her twins, Max and Emme, on a luxurious trip to Tokyo, Japan, to celebrate their 16th birthday. The singer shared a video montage of their trip on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse...Read More

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Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce Criticized By PETA For Zoo Visit

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were recently seen at Sydney Zoo during their visit to Australia. The couple, who are currently in the country for Swift's Eras Tour, were given a private tour of the zoo...Read More

Argentina Replaces China Tour With US Exhibitions Ahead Of Copa

Argentina has made changes to its upcoming exhibition matches in preparation for the Copa America tournament. The national team was set to tour China but had to cancel after star player Lionel Messi missed a preseason...Read More

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Tokyo Stocks Rally, Many Japanese Left Behind

As Tokyo stocks continue to rally, a growing number of Japanese citizens are finding themselves left behind in the economic recovery. The recent surge in Japan's stock market has been driven by a combination of factors,...Read More

Spain Renews Luis De La Fuente's Contract Until 2026

The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has officially extended the contract of men's national team manager Luis de la Fuente until 2026. De La Fuente, 62, was set to see his previous deal expire this summer, but...Read More

US Man Sentenced For Tokyo Olympics Doping Charge

A man from the United States has been sentenced to prison for a doping charge related to the Tokyo Olympics. The individual was found guilty of violating anti-doping regulations in connection to the prestigious sporting evRead More

Emma Stone In Talks To Reunite With Yorgos Lanthimos

Emma Stone, who recently won a BAFTA for her outstanding performance in "Poor Things" and is currently an Oscar nominee, is in discussions to collaborate once again with acclaimed director Yorgos Lanthimos on the remake ofRead More

Japanese Actor Sakaki Hideo Arrested On Suspicion Of Sexual Assault

Sakaki Hideo, a prominent Japanese actor and film director, was arrested in Tokyo on Tuesday on suspicion of sexual assault. The arrest is related to an alleged incident in May 2016, where Sakaki is accused of...Read More

Wim Wenders' 'Perfect Days' Breaks Global Box Office Records

German director Wim Wenders' latest film, "Perfect Days," has been making waves in the global box office, breaking records previously set by his own acclaimed works. Nominated for best international feature film at the OscRead More

Global Shares Mixed As Chinese Markets Reopen After Holiday

Global shares showed a mixed performance on Tuesday as Chinese markets resumed trading after the Lunar New Year break. France's CAC 40 gained 0.3%, reaching 7,788.86, while Germany's DAX dipped 0.3% to 17,047.67. The UK'sRead More

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Exploring The Top 10 Tourism Destinations For 2024

Planning your next vacation? Here are the top 10 tourism destinations for 2024 that you should consider:1. Bali, Indonesia Bali is known for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and lush landscapes. Explore ancient tempRead More

Lionel Messi Addresses Speculation Over Recent Friendly Match Controversy

Lionel Messi recently took to one of China's largest social media platforms to address speculation surrounding his absence from a recent Inter Miami friendly match in Hong Kong. The Argentina forward faced backlash from ChRead More

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Global Markets React to China’s Return, U.S. Federal Reserve Data

Major developer Country Garden, Sino-Ocean Group Holding, and China Vanke experienced significant losses, although the Shanghai Composite index managed to gain 1.6%. Market analyst Stephen Innes highlighted the reopening oRead More

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