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DAZN has acquired exclusive rights to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Japan, covering all 104 matches live.
Matches featuring the Japan national team will be streamed for free, ensuring broad accessibility for fans.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks the expansion to 48 participating nations, beginning on June 11, 2026.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

* ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.