Existing cleanroom retrofit to begin in March with plans to begin construction of a similar-sized second cleanroom at this site by the end of fiscal 2026 BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 site in Tongluo, Miaoli ...
Existing cleanroom retrofit to begin in March with plans to begin construction of a similar-sized second cleanroom at this site by the end of fiscal 2026 BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 site in Tongluo, Miaoli County, Taiwan, under the acquisition agreement previously announced on January 17, 2026. The new site will complement Micron’s existing operations in Taiwan as an extension of the company’s vertically integrated mega campus in Taichung, located approximately 15 miles away. The site includes approximately 300,000 square feet of existing 300mm cleanroom space and will support Micron’s efforts to expand supply of leading-edge DRAM products, including HBM, to meet growing AI-driven demand. Micron began preparations for the new Tongluo site following the deal announcement in January 2026 and will begin retrofitting the existing cleanroom now that the transaction has been completed. The new Tongluo site is expected to support meaningful product shipments from the existing fab beginning in fiscal 2028. The company is also planning the next phase of expansion at the site, with construction set to begin by the end of fiscal 2026 on a second facility of comparable scale, adding approximately 270,000 square feet of cleanroom space. "The Tongluo facility complements our Taiwan operations and is a critical component of our global expansion plans,” said Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of global operations at Micron Technology. "Memory is a strategic asset that dictates AI product performance, and the acquisition and phased ramp of this site strengthens our ability to capitalize on these significant opportunities. We appreciate the strong collaboration from the Taiwan government, our construction partners, and equipment and materials suppliers to enable and accelerate the ramp of...
On February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners disclosed a new position in EyePoint (EYPT 5.92%), acquiring 1,088,033 shares in the fourth quarter. What happened According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners established a new stake in EyePoint by purchasing 1,088,033 shares during the fourth quarter. The quarter-end value of ...
On February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners disclosed a new position in EyePoint (EYPT 5.92%), acquiring 1,088,033 shares in the fourth quarter. What happened According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners established a new stake in EyePoint by purchasing 1,088,033 shares during the fourth quarter. The quarter-end value of the position increased by $19.88 million as a result of the acquisition. What else to know This was a new position; EyePoint represented 1.89% of Parkman’s 13F reportable AUM as of December 31, 2025. Top holdings after the filing: NYSE: BSX: $47.73 million (4.5% of AUM) NASDAQ: PODD: $40.04 million (3.8% of AUM) NASDAQ: DXCM: $38.99 million (3.7% of AUM) NYSE: SYK: $37.07 million (3.5% of AUM) NYSE: CVS: $35.73 million (3.4% of AUM) As of Friday, EyePoint shares were priced at $13.20, up a staggering 93% over the past year and well outperforming the S&P 500’s roughly 20% gain in the same period. Company overview Metric Value Price (as of Friday) $13.20 Market capitalization $1.1 billion Revenue (TTM) $31.37 million Net income (TTM) ($231.96 million) Company snapshot EyePoint Pharmaceuticals develops and commercializes ophthalmic products, including ILUVIEN, YUTIQ, DEXYCU, and pipeline assets such as EYP-1901 for retinal diseases. The company generates revenue primarily through product sales and strategic collaborations focused on sustained-release drug delivery for eye disease treatment. Its main customers are healthcare providers and ophthalmologists treating patients with diabetic macular edema, uveitis, and other retinal conditions in the United States, China, and the United Kingdom. EyePoint Pharmaceuticals is a biotechnology company specializing in innovative sustained-release drug delivery systems for ocular diseases. The company leverages proprietary technologies and strategic alliances to address unmet needs in ophthalmology, with a focus on chronic and severe retin...
(RTTNews) - The South Korea stock market on Wednesday ended the three-day winning streak in which it had advanced more than 35 points or 1.4 percent. The KOSPI now sits just above the 2,590-point plateau and it's tipped to open under pressure again on Thursday. The global forecast for the Asian markets is negative on mixed corporate and economic news. The European and U.S. markets finished under w...
(RTTNews) - The South Korea stock market on Wednesday ended the three-day winning streak in which it had advanced more than 35 points or 1.4 percent. The KOSPI now sits just above the 2,590-point plateau and it's tipped to open under pressure again on Thursday. The global forecast for the Asian markets is negative on mixed corporate and economic news. The European and U.S. markets finished under water and the Asian bourses are expected to open in similar fashion. The KOSPI finished modestly lower on Wednesday following losses from the financial shares and steel companies, while the technology and automobile stocks were mixed. For the day, the index dropped 24.01 points or 0.92 percent to finish at 2,593.79 after trading between 2,586.88 and 2,613.47. Volume was 476.4 million shares worth 8.76 trillion won. There were 514 decliners and 350 gainers. Among the actives, Shinhan Financial tanked 3.88 percent, while KB Financial stumbled 1.68 percent, Hana Financial surrendered 3.69 percent, Samsung Electronics sank 0.84 percent, Samsung SDI retreated 1.45 percent, LG Electronics perked 0.11 percent, SK Hynix rallied 2.47 percent, Naver soared 3.07 percent, LG Chem added 0.63 percent, Lotte Chemical rose 0.22 percent, SK Innovation declined 1.33 percent, POSCO tumbled 1.88 percent, SK Telecom shed 0.52 percent, KEPCO lost 0.43 percent, Hyundai Mobis gained 0.40 percent, Hyundai Motor slumped 1.56 percent and Kia Motors improved 0.43 percent. The lead from Wall Street is soft as the major averages opened lower on Wednesday but then bounced higher for most of the day before a late slump saw them finish in the red. The Dow dropped 91.51 points or 0.22 percent to finish at 42,141.54, while the NASDAQ tumbled 104.82 points or 0.56 percent to close at 18,607.93 and the S&P 500 sank 19.25 points or 0.33 percent to end at 5,813.67. The choppy trading came as investors reacted to a mixed batch of corporate earnings as Alphabet (GOOGL) and Snap (SNAP) rallied after good results, wh...
BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 site in Tongluo, Miaoli County, Taiwan, under the acquisition agreement previously announced on January 17, 2026. The new site will complement Micron’s existing operations in Tai...
BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 site in Tongluo, Miaoli County, Taiwan, under the acquisition agreement previously announced on January 17, 2026. The new site will complement Micron’s existing operations in Taiwan as an extension of the company’s vertically integrated mega campus in Taichung, located approximately 15 miles away. The site includes approximately 300,000 square feet of existing 300mm cleanroom space and will support Micron’s efforts to expand supply of leading-edge DRAM products, including HBM, to meet growing AI-driven demand. Micron began preparations for the new Tongluo site following the deal announcement in January 2026 and will begin retrofitting the existing cleanroom now that the transaction has been completed. The new Tongluo site is expected to support meaningful product shipments from the existing fab beginning in fiscal 2028. The company is also planning the next phase of expansion at the site, with construction set to begin by the end of fiscal 2026 on a second facility of comparable scale, adding approximately 270,000 square feet of cleanroom space. “The Tongluo facility complements our Taiwan operations and is a critical component of our global expansion plans,” said Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of global operations at Micron Technology. “Memory is a strategic asset that dictates AI product performance, and the acquisition and phased ramp of this site strengthens our ability to capitalize on these significant opportunities. We appreciate the strong collaboration from the Taiwan government, our construction partners, and equipment and materials suppliers to enable and accelerate the ramp of our production capacity at this site.” Micron thanks PSMC, the Taiwan central government, including the Ministry of Economic Affairs, National Science an...
David will be here shortly. In the meantime, here’s how Japan’s tournament came to a sudden end: Wilyer Abreu watched the ball leave the park and tossed his bat high in the air. His Venezuela teammates streamed out of the dugout in celebration. The comeback was on, and the win over the reigning World Baseball Classic champion Japan was within reach. Japan, their 11-game WBC winning streak on the l...
David will be here shortly. In the meantime, here’s how Japan’s tournament came to a sudden end: Wilyer Abreu watched the ball leave the park and tossed his bat high in the air. His Venezuela teammates streamed out of the dugout in celebration. The comeback was on, and the win over the reigning World Baseball Classic champion Japan was within reach. Japan, their 11-game WBC winning streak on the line, held a 5-4 lead in the sixth inning of Saturday’s thrilling quarter-final matchup in Miami when Abreu put his team ahead with the biggest swing of the game: a three-run shot off Hiromi Itoh that sent the loanDepot Park crowd into a passionate roar and helped clinch Venezuela’s 8-5 win and first WBC semi-final appearance in 17 years. You can read the full report below:
Micron Technology, Inc. Existing cleanroom retrofit to begin in March with plans to begin construction of a similar-sized second cleanroom at this site by the end of fiscal 2026 BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 ...
Micron Technology, Inc. Existing cleanroom retrofit to begin in March with plans to begin construction of a similar-sized second cleanroom at this site by the end of fiscal 2026 BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 site in Tongluo, Miaoli County, Taiwan, under the acquisition agreement previously announced on January 17, 2026. The new site will complement Micron’s existing operations in Taiwan as an extension of the company’s vertically integrated mega campus in Taichung, located approximately 15 miles away. The site includes approximately 300,000 square feet of existing 300mm cleanroom space and will support Micron’s efforts to expand supply of leading-edge DRAM products, including HBM, to meet growing AI-driven demand. Micron began preparations for the new Tongluo site following the deal announcement in January 2026 and will begin retrofitting the existing cleanroom now that the transaction has been completed. The new Tongluo site is expected to support meaningful product shipments from the existing fab beginning in fiscal 2028. The company is also planning the next phase of expansion at the site, with construction set to begin by the end of fiscal 2026 on a second facility of comparable scale, adding approximately 270,000 square feet of cleanroom space. “The Tongluo facility complements our Taiwan operations and is a critical component of our global expansion plans,” said Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of global operations at Micron Technology. “Memory is a strategic asset that dictates AI product performance, and the acquisition and phased ramp of this site strengthens our ability to capitalize on these significant opportunities. We appreciate the strong collaboration from the Taiwan government, our construction partners, and equipment and materials suppliers to enable an...
Micron Technology, Inc. Existing cleanroom retrofit to begin in March with plans to begin construction of a similar-sized second cleanroom at this site by the end of fiscal 2026 BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 ...
Micron Technology, Inc. Existing cleanroom retrofit to begin in March with plans to begin construction of a similar-sized second cleanroom at this site by the end of fiscal 2026 BOISE, Idaho, March 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced it has completed the acquisition and assumed ownership of Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s (PSMC) P5 site in Tongluo, Miaoli County, Taiwan, under the acquisition agreement previously announced on January 17, 2026. The new site will complement Micron’s existing operations in Taiwan as an extension of the company’s vertically integrated mega campus in Taichung, located approximately 15 miles away. The site includes approximately 300,000 square feet of existing 300mm cleanroom space and will support Micron’s efforts to expand supply of leading-edge DRAM products, including HBM, to meet growing AI-driven demand. Micron began preparations for the new Tongluo site following the deal announcement in January 2026 and will begin retrofitting the existing cleanroom now that the transaction has been completed. The new Tongluo site is expected to support meaningful product shipments from the existing fab beginning in fiscal 2028. The company is also planning the next phase of expansion at the site, with construction set to begin by the end of fiscal 2026 on a second facility of comparable scale, adding approximately 270,000 square feet of cleanroom space. “The Tongluo facility complements our Taiwan operations and is a critical component of our global expansion plans,” said Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of global operations at Micron Technology. “Memory is a strategic asset that dictates AI product performance, and the acquisition and phased ramp of this site strengthens our ability to capitalize on these significant opportunities. We appreciate the strong collaboration from the Taiwan government, our construction partners, and equipment and materials suppliers to enable an...
China’s long-running effort to build out its energy sources is getting fresh momentum from the war in the Middle East, reinforcing a strategy that’s sent grid operators on a bond-selling binge and funneled hundreds of billions of dollars into the market. The world’s No. 2 economy has become one of the biggest investors in power grids globally, spending heavily in recent years on infrastructure to ...
China’s long-running effort to build out its energy sources is getting fresh momentum from the war in the Middle East, reinforcing a strategy that’s sent grid operators on a bond-selling binge and funneled hundreds of billions of dollars into the market. The world’s No. 2 economy has become one of the biggest investors in power grids globally, spending heavily in recent years on infrastructure to absorb more renewables and curb its reliance on imports. Financing that growth has turned state-owned grid operators into the country’s biggest bond issuers, with sales hitting unprecedented levels and yields near historic lows. The heavy investments highlight the central role of grids in Beijing’s strategy, which involves moving energy like wind and solar power from remote western regions into China’s industrial heartlands. Given the shock of oil supply disruptions, analysts say the pace of growth is likely to accelerate. “China’s infrastructure build out is far more efficient than that of most countries, and the power grid is no exception,” said Penny Chen , a senior director with Fitch Ratings. As surging power prices become a binding constraint on AI and manufacturing ambitions elsewhere, that advantage is set to widen. Already, the country’s two largest grid operators — State Grid Corp. of China and China Southern Power Grid Co. — have issued 92.5 billion yuan ($13.5 billion) of domestic bonds so far this year, on top of a record 901 billion yuan sold in 2025, according to Bloomberg compiled data. The notes have been priced at an average 1.7% so far this year, an all‑time low. State Grid operates power lines covering more than 80% of the country, delivering electricity to more than 1 billion people. Southern Grid handles most of the rest of the nation, including the economic powerhouse Guangdong. State Grid did not immediately respond to a request seeking comment. The rush to fund power infrastructure has allowed State Grid, the world’s largest utility firm, to regain ...
US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke on Sunday about the “importance” of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, currently blocked by Iran, the UK leader’s office said. “The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the United States Donald Trump this evening,” a Downing Street spokeswoman said in a statement. “The leaders discussed the ongoing situation in the Middle Eas...
US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke on Sunday about the “importance” of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, currently blocked by Iran, the UK leader’s office said. “The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the United States Donald Trump this evening,” a Downing Street spokeswoman said in a statement. “The leaders discussed the ongoing situation in the Middle East and the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz to end the disruption to global shipping, which is driving up costs worldwide.” Advertisement Starmer also “expressed his condolences for the American service personnel who have lost their lives during the conflict”, the statement said. In a readout of a separate call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, the spokeswoman said: “The leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East, including the impact of the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz on international shipping.” Advertisement “They agreed to discuss the ongoing conflict further in their meeting tomorrow, among other bilateral issues.”
Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. has signed a binding letter of intent to supply the Pentagon with rare-earth oxides over a four year-period. The arrangement is worth $96 million and will cover heavy and light rare-earth products, the company said in a statement Monday. The letter “establishes a framework to finalize an agreement for the supply” of the critical minerals, used in everything from wind turbine...
Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. has signed a binding letter of intent to supply the Pentagon with rare-earth oxides over a four year-period. The arrangement is worth $96 million and will cover heavy and light rare-earth products, the company said in a statement Monday. The letter “establishes a framework to finalize an agreement for the supply” of the critical minerals, used in everything from wind turbines and electric vehicle motors to advanced military applications, for national security and supply-chain resilience objectives. The floor price for neodymium-praseodymium oxide will be $110 per kilogram, it said. “Through this agreement, the US Defense Industrial Base will continue to have access to Light and Heavy Rare Earth oxides that are essential for modern manufacturing,” Lynas Chief Executive Officer Amanda Lacaze said in the statement. Lynas is one of only two major rare-earths miners outside China — which holds a near monopoly over the supply chain. It currently has a mine and processing plant in Western Australia and another facility in Malaysia. The company has plans to develop a heavy rare earth processing facility at Seadrift in Texas, however, there is “significant uncertainty” as to whether construction will go ahead, Lynas said in the statement. The agreement comes just a week after Lynas signed an offtake agreement with Japan Australia Rare Earths BV, which negotiates on behalf of Japanese companies. That agreement was for at least 5,000 tons of neodymium-praseodymium oxide a year until 2038, at a price floor of $110 a kilogram.
On February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners disclosed a new position in Masimo Corporation (MASI 0.01%), acquiring 200,000 shares in the fourth quarter worth an estimated $26.01 million at quarter’s end. What happened According to its SEC filing dated February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners established a new position in Masimo by buying 200,000 shares. The new stake brought the fund’s...
On February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners disclosed a new position in Masimo Corporation (MASI 0.01%), acquiring 200,000 shares in the fourth quarter worth an estimated $26.01 million at quarter’s end. What happened According to its SEC filing dated February 17, 2026, Parkman Healthcare Partners established a new position in Masimo by buying 200,000 shares. The new stake brought the fund’s quarter-end position in Masimo to $26.01 million. What else to know This was a new position, representing 2.48% of Parkman Healthcare Partners’ $1.05 billion in reportable U.S. equity assets as of December 31, 2025. Top five holdings after the quarter-end filing were: NYSE: BSX: $47.73 million (4.5% of AUM) NASDAQ: PODD: $40.04 million (3.8% of AUM) NASDAQ: DXCM: $38.99 million (3.7% of AUM) NYSE: SYK: $37.07 million (3.5% of AUM) NYSE: CVS: $35.73 million (3.4% of AUM) As of Friday, Masimo shares were priced at $174.69, up about 6% over the past year and well underperforming the S&P 500’s roughly 20% gain in the same period. Company overview Metric Value Market Capitalization $9.4 billion Revenue (TTM) $1.5 billion Net Income (TTM) ($151.5 million) Price (as of Friday) $175.49 Company snapshot Masimo Corporation offers noninvasive patient monitoring technologies, including pulse oximetry, brain function monitoring, capnography, regional oximetry, and hospital automation solutions. The company generates revenue primarily through the sale of proprietary medical devices and software platforms to healthcare providers and OEM partners, leveraging direct sales and distribution channels. It serves hospitals, emergency medical services, home care providers, long-term care facilities, physician offices, veterinarians, and consumers worldwide. Masimo Corporation is a leading provider of advanced noninvasive monitoring technologies and hospital automation solutions, with a global presence in the medical instruments and supplies sector. The company differentiates itself through propr...
Key Points Palantir's software platform is a better long-term business model. Nvidia is capitalizing on massive AI spending. 10 stocks we like better than Palantir Technologies › Nvidia(NASDAQ: NVDA) and Palantir(NASDAQ: PLTR) have been top artificial intelligence (AI) investment options over the past few years. These two have partnered together to optimize their offerings and represent two differ...
Key Points Palantir's software platform is a better long-term business model. Nvidia is capitalizing on massive AI spending. 10 stocks we like better than Palantir Technologies › Nvidia(NASDAQ: NVDA) and Palantir(NASDAQ: PLTR) have been top artificial intelligence (AI) investment options over the past few years. These two have partnered together to optimize their offerings and represent two different investment approaches: hardware (Nvidia) and software (Palantir). There are merits to investing in both, but which one is the better buy now? Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » Software is a more sustainable business model Palantir sells AI-powered data analytics software. This software has been deployed in several applications, including national defense, intelligence, as well as commercial applications. Essentially, a client that has massive data inflows can deploy Palantir's software and receive real-time actionable insights on what the next best step is. It also has a platform to automate some of this decision-making, boosting a client's overall effectiveness. Nvidia makes graphics processing units (GPUs). GPUs aren't just intended for processing gaming graphics (although that was their original use case, thus the name). GPUs can process multiple calculations in parallel, making them the perfect choice for any computing need that requires a lot of processing power. AI perfectly suits this description, and Nvidia's products have been widely deployed in this sector. But which business is better to be in? Palantir works on a subscription model, which means its clients must pay a monthly or annual subscription fee to continue using their platform. If Palantir's software stays relevant, this can create an endless revenue stream that isn't subject to the ups and downs of the general economy...
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. stock (ISIN: US0079031078) trades around $193 after a 2% daily drop, with analysts maintaining 'Moderate Buy' ratings and targets above $290 despite recent insider sales and bearish sentiment. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. stock (ISIN: US0079031078) closed at $193.39 on March 14, 2026, reflecting a 2.20% decline amid broader market caution in semiconductors. Investors a...
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. stock (ISIN: US0079031078) trades around $193 after a 2% daily drop, with analysts maintaining 'Moderate Buy' ratings and targets above $290 despite recent insider sales and bearish sentiment. Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. stock (ISIN: US0079031078) closed at $193.39 on March 14, 2026, reflecting a 2.20% decline amid broader market caution in semiconductors. Investors are weighing strong Q4 results against recent insider selling and technical bearish signals, while AI demand remains a key growth driver. For European investors, AMD's exposure to data center and PC markets offers opportunities but heightens volatility risks tied to US-China trade dynamics. As of: 15.03.2026 By Elena Voss, Senior Semiconductor Analyst - Focusing on US tech leaders' impact on European portfolios. Current Market Snapshot The **Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. stock** opened at $193.39 recently, with a market capitalization of approximately $315.30 billion. Its 50-day moving average stands at $216.16, and the 200-day at $210.13, indicating short-term downward pressure after peaking near $267 earlier in the year. A 24-hour price change of -2.19% and 7-day drop of -4.58% underscore bearish momentum, with technical indicators showing 70% bearish sentiment and a Fear & Greed Index at 35. Trading volume reached 27.53 million shares on March 14, as the stock moved from a high of $199.68 to a low of $192.27. Beta of 1.98 highlights heightened volatility compared to the broader market, a factor European investors trading via Xetra should note for portfolio hedging. Q4 Earnings Beat Fuels Long-Term Confidence AMD reported Q4 earnings per share of $1.53, surpassing consensus estimates of $1.32, with revenue hitting $10.27 billion, up 34.1% year-over-year and beating expectations of $9.65 billion. Net margin stood at 12.52% and return on equity at 8.84%, demonstrating robust profitability in a competitive landscape. These figures reflect strength in data center and AI-related...
Mexico held the world’s largest soccer class on Sunday in the main square of its capital as the country prepares to co-host the World Cup in June. Mexico City’s main square, known as the Zocalo, was transformed into a giant open-air training ground with instructors providing coordinated exercises among the crowd’s 9,500 participants. The Guinness Book of World Records confirmed that the class was ...
Mexico held the world’s largest soccer class on Sunday in the main square of its capital as the country prepares to co-host the World Cup in June. Mexico City’s main square, known as the Zocalo, was transformed into a giant open-air training ground with instructors providing coordinated exercises among the crowd’s 9,500 participants. The Guinness Book of World Records confirmed that the class was larger than the previous world record, held by Seattle last year with 1,038 participants. Mexico will host the World Cup starting June 11 with Canada and the US. The games are due to be played in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey, and Mexican officials are seeking to assure organizers and guests that security will be sufficient for Guadalajara to maintain its status as a World Cup host city this summer after the killing of Mexico’s most powerful drug cartel leader triggered city-wide unrest in February.