TOKYO — Global shares were mixed in a muted reaction Tuesday to the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump. France’s CAC 40 gained 0.1% to 7,739.02, while Germany’s DAX was flat at 20,988.89. Britain’s FTSE 100 gained 0.1% to 8,533.10. The future for the S&P 500 was up 0.3% and that for the Dow Jones […]
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TAIPEI, Taiwan — A 6.4-magnitude earthquake struck southern Taiwan early Tuesday, leaving 27 people with minor injuries and some reported damage. The quake hit at 12:17 a.m. and was centered 38 kilometers (24 miles) southeast of Chiayi County Hall at a depth of 10 kilometers (6 miles), Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration said. The U.S. Geological
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Good morning from Skift. It’s Tuesday, January 21. Here’s what you need to know about the business of travel today. Donald Trump’s return to the White House has some in the hotel industry hopeful for policies that will help boost business. Senior Hospitality Editor Sean O’Neill reports tax cuts and worker visas are at the
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TOKYO — Dozens of major Japanese companies have pulled their commercials on Fuji Television amid allegations company officials tried to cover up a sex scandal involving one of the country’s most famous TV hosts. The scandal centers on Masahiro Nakai, a former member of the super popular male band SMAP and now a popular host
LONDON — The sequel to Prince Harry vs. the British tabloids begins Tuesday in a high-stakes pitting him against Rupert Murdoch’s newspapers that could cost him millions even if he wins. Harry, 40, the younger son of King Charles III, and one other claimant remain alone among hundreds who have settled lawsuits against News Group
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South Africa’s new Trusted Tour Operator Scheme (TTOS) for Indian travelers came into effect on Monday. The scheme, which was announced last year, is an initiative that aims to provide travelers with credible points of contact who clearly understand the visa processes of South Africa. Here’s some context: Last year, South Africa decided to launch
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday to keep TikTok operating for 75 days, a relief to the social media platform’s users even as national security questions persist. TikTok’s China-based parent ByteDance was supposed to find a U.S. buyer or be banned on Jan. 19. Trump’s order could give ByteDance more time to find
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TORONTO — Canadian leaders expressed relief Monday that broad tariffs were not applied to Canadian products on the first day of Donald Trump’s presidency and that he did not mention America’s major trading partner during his inaugural speech. Trump had threatened to impose sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico and other trading partners. An incoming White
The head of the Transportation Security Administration told staff in a memo Monday that he was fired by President Donald Trump. TSA Administrator David Pekoske — who oversaw a staff of 60,000 employees providing security to U.S. airports across the country — wrote that he was “advised by President-elect Trump’s transition team that my time
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So you probably already have a set wellness routine in place: You know to eat your veggies, prioritize exercise, meditate, drink a lot of water, and schedule an annual checkup with your doctor. While all of these things are crucial no matter your age, the body needs different things during different periods of your life.
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