The future of the Tokyo Olympics is in question after a report from The Times claimed that Japan had privately concluded that the games would not take place, citing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. In recent weeks, Japan has declared a state of emergency and seen rising cases of COVID-19. …
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Dear Moneyist, A friend of mine is getting married next month with a handful of guests, mainly family and close friends. The wedding itself was put off because of the coronavirus pandemic, but they are having a large party next year. I was only invited to the party next year. …
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Coronavirus has derailed all of the top summer sporting events and celebrations, from grand slam tennis tournament Wimbledon to the Tokyo Olympics, causing a glut of gourmet food. Hospitality events have completely disappeared across Europe and suppliers of strawberries and Stilton cheese are sounding the alarm that sales are tanking. …
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The world’s second largest ticket seller, Eventim EVD, +1.84%, is withholding millions of euros of ‘processing fees’ from fans seeking refunds for events canceled due to the coronavirus. The German-listed company sells tickets to concerts from the Red Hot Chili Peppers to Iron Maiden. Based on several refunds, reviewed by …
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The games go on, but where and in front of how many? The NCAA’s decision not to allow fans to its annual March Madness tournaments for men and women is the most jarring example yet. NCAA President Mark Emmert made the announcement late Wednesday. “Only essential staff and limited family …
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Bowing to immense pressure amid the spread of COVID-19, the city of Austin canceled the South By Southwest conference late Friday, a week before the event was set to begin. “I have declared a local disaster in the city, and associated with that, I have issued an order that cancels …
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