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- Starbucks Korea reports significant sales decline after Tank Day ad backlash
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Starbucks Korea has experienced a “very significant” decline in sales following backlash over its marketing campaign referencing the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. Shinsegae Group chairman Chung Yong-jin publicly apologised, emphasising accountability for the incident, as public calls for boycotts escalate in response to the controversy.
A Cessna collided with a paraglider over the Austrian Alps, causing minor injuries to the pilot, who safely deployed an emergency parachute during the incident.
A man sprayed an unknown substance at Ginza Six shopping centre in Tokyo, causing 20 people to fall ill as police investigate the incident.
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
Energy-intensive industries are urging the European Union to address surging electricity and gas prices. Key discussions on tax adjustments and network charges are slated for the council meeting on 19 and 20 March.
As Iranian drones and missiles continue to rain on the Gulf, the United Arab Emirates…
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
This morning, Europe is calling for diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the Middle Eastern conflict, as crude oil prices surge over $100 per barrel, impacting economic stability across the region.
Trump is clearly bruised by an old ally turning its back in his hour of need, impacting his support amid escalating tensions.
EUROPE MORNING BRIEFING
Protests erupted across Europe this morning against the Iranian regime, featuring supporters of exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi and those opposed to monarchy. Tensions persist amid the ongoing conflict with the US and Israel.
Spain’s PM Pedro Sanchez has defied Trump’s threats, stating ‘no to war’ amid U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran.
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