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Pressure grew Monday on Fuji Television over an alleged sexual assault by a celebrity presenter, with the Japanese broadcaster set to address media as criticism mounts from advertisers and the public. They have shocked the nation although most other Japanese media more cautiously refer to sexual "trouble" or misconduct.

Higher US tariffs under President Donald Trump could accelerate a slump in the value of China's currency, complicating recent efforts by Beijing to kickstart a rebound in its struggling economy, analysts warn. But such moves may come into conflict with Beijing's efforts elsewhere to boost an economy that is struggling to regain momentum.

Asian markets fluctuated Monday on fresh trade fears after Donald Trump's decision to impose huge tariffs on Colombia, in retaliation for its refusal to accept deportation flights from the United States. The move came after President Gustavo Petro blocked deportation flights from the United States.

Eurozone rate-setters are set to cut borrowing costs again this week, confident their efforts to lower inflation will remain on track despite the threat from US President Donald Trump's protectionist agenda. "We are confident of seeing inflation at target in the course" of this year, President Christine Lagarde said last week in an interview with CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

One week into his second administration, Donald Trump has put technology at the forefront, featuring tech billionaires prominently at his inauguration and announcing major AI infrastructure deals from the White House. - Palmer Luckey - Palmer Luckey, while not directly involved in the White House, carries weight as a self-made tech billionaire who challenged Silicon Valley's liberal bent.

Universal Music Group, the world's largest music company, and streaming behemoth Spotify on Sunday announced a multi-year direct deal that will affect both recording and publishing royalty rates. The deal notably "establishes a direct license between Spotify and Universal Music Publishing Group across Spotify's current product portfolio in the US and several other countries," the companies said.

Andre Onana has already conceded 32 goals in 22 appearances in the English Premier League this season and the Cameroonian has been told to move elsewhere.

A Nigerian man said he has lived abroad for 27 years, but he is still not married. The man, who is 53 said he was going to get married as soon as possible.

President Tinubu will leave Abuja on Sunday for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to attend the Africa Heads of State Energy Summit, scheduled for January 27-28, 2025.
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