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Backlash Against Lionel Messi Continues, China Cancels 2 Friendly Matches Featuring Argentina

Argentina were scheduled to play against Ivory Coast and Nigeria in China.

International Business Times UK

Chinese Cities Pull Argentina Matches After Messi No-show

Sports bosses in China have cancelled two friendly matches featuring world champions Argentina, after their star man Lionel Messi failed to turn out for his club in a Hong Kong exhibition match.

International Business Times

Mixed Asian equities as Hong Kong closes lower ahead of holiday

This article discusses the mixed performance of Asian equities, the Chinese government's economic recovery progress, and the impact on Hong Kong-listed sto...

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Blue cards and why football doesn’t need to be muddled further

In today’s Football Daily: Blue cards, the Undertaker and more

The Guardian - UK

Hong Kong falters, Japan soars in global markets

Discover the latest market updates from Europe, where Hong Kong experiences a downturn while Japan sees strong growth. Stay informed with our insightful an...

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Lionel Messi: fans refunded in Hong Kong after anger over Tokyo appearance

The organiser of Inter Miami’s ill-fated match in Hong Kong, in which star player Lionel Messi failed to appear, said it would offer refunds of 50%

The Guardian - UK

Partial refund offered for Hong Kong soccer match without Messi

Organizers of a soccer match in Hong Kong offer a partial refund as Lionel Messi didn't play, causing outrage among fans. Apology and refund announced.

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Lionel Messi Plays In Japan Friendly After Snubbing Hong Kong, Ignites Political Conflict

Snubbed fans in Hong Kong are questioning whether Messi was really injured when he failed to play last Sunday.

International Business Times UK

Messi Hong Kong No-show Sparks Wave Of Outrage In China

The Argentine ace and his team Inter Miami sparked fury in Hong Kong from fans on Sunday when he did not play in a friendly, citing injury.

International Business Times

Auspicious but unlucky: The perils of a lunar new year dragon baby boom

As the Year of the Dragon dawns, some ethnic Chinese hope for a baby born under the zodiac sign.

Al Jazeera

Lionel Messi and the Spinal Tap farce-o-meter cranking up to 11

In today’s Football Daily: ‘The greatest letdown of all time’

The Guardian - UK

Messi plays in Inter Miami loss to Vessel Kobe in Tokyo; Hong Kong still seethes at his absence

Lionel Messi's appearance in a friendly match in Tokyo angers fans in Hong Kong after his no-show at a previous game.

The Hindu

Lionel Messi: outcry in China and Hong Kong after star returns from injury in time for Japan match

Hong Kong fans need answers over missed fixture, government says, amid online furore over Inter Miami tour

The Guardian - AU

Lionel Messi Energizes Inter Miami in Tokyo Exhibition Match

Messi's appearance in Inter Miami's exhibition match in Tokyo leaves some fans wanting more, despite energizing his teammates on the field.

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AB Concept book explores timeless spaces, from Hong Kong malls to Algarve hotels

AB Concept book by designers Ed Ng and Terence Ngan unveils the art of timeless spaces, from carefully crafter chairs to decadent interior curation

International Business Times

Asian Markets Track Wall St Higher As Hong Kong Extends Rally

Hong Kong and Shanghai stocks extended their rally Wednesday on hopes for more Chinese measures in support of battered markets, while traders elsewhere in Asia tracked Wall Street advances fuelled by strong earnings.

International Business Times UK

Company Loses $25 Million in Deepfake Scam Amid Global Rise in Fraudulent Activities

The elaborate scam involving a deepfake video conference call came to light following a phishing attempt after which Hong Kong police launched a probe into the scam.

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Messi's potential appearance in Tokyo friendly sparks hope for fans

Read about Lionel Messi's upcoming match with Inter Miami in Tokyo, his explanation for not playing in the previous game, and the disappointment of fans.

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Al Jazeera

Inter Miami’s Messi hopes to play in Tokyo after Hong Kong PR disaster

Argentinian superstar feels ‘much better’ after injury prevented him from playing in Inter Miami match in Hong Kong.

International Business Times

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International Business Times UK

Hong Kong Fans Outraged As Lionel Messi Skips Inter Miami Friendly Game Appearance

It is still unclear if the Argentine will be able to play in Japan on Wednesday, where another friendly match is set to take place.

The Guardian - US

Boos, thrashings and injuries: how Inter Miami’s world tour turned into a circus

MLS’s glamor franchise embarked on a preseason tour around the globe but it has dissolved into a series of defeats, disappointments and disgruntled fans

The Guardian - UK

Table for Six 2 review – second round of hit couples comedy heads for the wedding party

Much anticipated sequel to the successful 2022 Hong Kong film doesn’t make the best use of its gifted ensemble

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Lionel Messi Set to Play in Tokyo Friendly Amid Controversy

Lionel Messi addresses his absence from a recent match in Hong Kong and expresses his desire to play in Inter Miami's friendly against Vissel Kobe in Tokyo.

The Hindu

Inter Miami criticised after Lionel Messi misses Hong Kong match; he says he hopes to play in Tokyo

The marriage of Lionel Messi and Inter Miami faces challenges as injuries and miscommunication disappoint fans and organizers.

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