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Today: May 29, 2026
Today: May 29, 2026

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Nuclear firm Newcleo to list on Nasdaq in a deal valuing it at $2.4 billion

Nuclear energy company Newcleo has entered an agreement to list on the Nasdaq stock exchange through a merger with NewHold Investment Corp III, the firm

Nuclear firm Newcleo to list on Nasdaq in a deal valuing it at $2.4 billion
Economy|Health|Science|World

'Breakneck' Ebola epidemic in Congo outpaces world's response

In an Ebola outbreak, hours matter. 

'Breakneck' Ebola epidemic in Congo outpaces world's response
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|World

'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown

Iranians isolated by a long internet shutdown imposed by the authorities during the war with the U.S. and Israel

'Greetings after 88 days': Iranians reconnect after long internet shutdown
Economy|Political|US|World

Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade

(Corrects first paragraph to show that state TV obtained the draft, not Tehran.

Iran state TV says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade
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Top central banks forge ahead with 'always-on' cross-border payments testing

A group of the world's leading central banks and more than 40 major commercial banks are to step up testing of one of the world's most closely watched digital

Top central banks forge ahead with 'always-on' cross-border payments testing
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Capri sees quarterly sales slide again, leans on Michael Kors turnaround

Capri Holdings forecast another quarter of declining sales on Wednesday but provided an upbeat annual profit target as it bets on a turnaround

Capri sees quarterly sales slide again, leans on Michael Kors turnaround
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say

U.S. carrier American Airlines Group plans to double headcount at its India technology hub to about 800 by early next

American Airlines plans to double India tech hub staff, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance

Chevron shareholders reject proposal for independent board chair

Chevron shareholders rejected a proposal that would have required an independent board chair separate from the CEO role, according to preliminary voting

Chevron shareholders reject proposal for independent board chair
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US

Billionaire Tom Steyer's ad spending breaks records in California governor's race

Win or lose, billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer will leave a mark in the history books in his bid to become California’s next governor

Billionaire Tom Steyer's ad spending breaks records in California governor's race
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

AI is replacing humans in responding to some surveys – but simulated opinions are not the same as public opinion

AI models can simulate the answers thousands of people would provide to a survey, but the results aren’t a reliable measure of what real people would actually say.

AI is replacing humans in responding to some surveys – but simulated opinions are not the same as public opinion
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Blackout risks are rising – why neighboring power grids can’t just send extra electricity where it’s needed

Western states are figuring out how to make electricity-sharing work, but it isn’t easy. Texas learned that the hard way.

Blackout risks are rising – why  neighboring power grids can’t just send extra electricity where it’s needed
Arts|Economy|Education|Health|Opinion

Older Americans are often compelled to keep working – and then criticized for not stepping aside

Sometimes they hear they’re supposed to stay active and engaged. Other times they’re vilified for holding on to power too long. It’s all made ‘knowing when it’s time’ a whole lot harder.

Older Americans are often compelled to keep working – and then criticized for not stepping aside
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Amazon customer out $2,000 after two Garmin watch boxes delivered empty twice: "I don't have the watch, or my money"

Amazon customer out $2,000 after two Garmin watch boxes delivered empty twice: "I don't have the watch, or my money"

Amazon customer out $2,000 after two Garmin watch boxes delivered empty twice: "I don't have the watch, or my money"
Business|Economy|Fashion and Beauty|Finance|Lifestyle|Stock Markets

Bath & Body Works beats quarterly estimates on strong demand for 'affordable luxury'

Bath & Body Works beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter sales and profit on Wednesday, helped by strong demand for its scented candles and personal care products, sending its

Bath & Body Works beats quarterly estimates on strong demand for 'affordable luxury'
Economy|Political|World

Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support

Leaders within Peronism, Argentina's main opposition movement, are looking to capitalize on President Javier Milei's declining popularity and push to form a

Peronist leaders in Argentina seek broad alliance as Milei loses support
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Out of the blue chips

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets The chips are indeed blue.

Out of the blue chips
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Airbus Defence chief rules out total failure of FCAS fighter jet project

The head of Airbus Defence ruled out the complete failure of the crisis-hit Franco-German FCAS fighter jet project, saying at least a networking system for weapons and drone

Airbus Defence chief rules out total failure of FCAS fighter jet project
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US funds set aside cash as SpaceX and OpenAI prepare to go public, analysts say

Large mutual funds and passive index funds are starting to set aside more cash and preparing to offload some of their existing holdings in large-cap stocks,

US funds set aside cash as SpaceX and OpenAI prepare to go public, analysts say
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

Bollore urges UMG to reject Ackman's $64 billion bid

Bollore CEO Cyrille Bollore on Wednesday urged Universal Music Group to reject Bill Ackman's takeover proposal, saying the offer

Bollore urges UMG to reject Ackman's $64 billion bid
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Tencent links PayPal to WeChat Pay network, enabling US users to spend across China

U.S.

Tencent links PayPal to WeChat Pay network, enabling US users to spend across China
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

Schaeffler, Spire Global team up for space hardware, satellite platforms in Europe

Schaeffler and U.S.-based satellite operator Spire Global have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop space hardware and satellite platforms for European defence,

Schaeffler, Spire Global team up for space hardware, satellite platforms in Europe
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Lululemon ends proxy battle with founder Chip Wilson

Lululemon Athletica has ended its boardroom battle with founder Chip Wilson, agreeing to give him two board picks in exchange for his pledge to stay

Lululemon ends proxy battle with founder Chip Wilson
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology

Battery maker ProLogium to list on Nasdaq in $3.8 billion SPAC deal

Taiwanese battery maker ProLogium Technology will go public in New York through a merger with blank-check vehicle Translational Development Acquisition Corp in a $3.8 billion deal,

Battery maker ProLogium to list on Nasdaq in $3.8 billion SPAC deal
Business|Economy|Sports

Dick's Sporting Goods trims profit outlook as Foot Locker overhaul pressures margins

Dick's Sporting Goods lowered its full-year profit forecast on Wednesday as margin pressure tied to its Foot Locker acquisition weighed on earnings, even as strong demand for

Dick's Sporting Goods trims profit outlook as Foot Locker overhaul pressures margins
Africa|Economy|World

A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring

Muslims in Mali's capital, Bamako, face challenges celebrating Eid al-Adha due to a blockade by armed groups linked to al-Qaida

A bitter Eid al-Adha in Mali's capital as al-Qaida-linked blockade sends sheep prices soaring
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S. This change has left many immigrants and attorneys confused and concerned

Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

These are the five least expensive new cars you can buy in 2026, according to Edmunds

Buying a car is a major investment, especially as everyday costs continue to rise

These are the five least expensive new cars you can buy in 2026, according to Edmunds
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers

Three months since the Iran war began, persistently high oil prices have policymakers grappling with renewed inflation fears, while sliding currencies are a headache for

Iran war splits global markets into clear winners and losers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Wall Street awaits GameStop CEO Cohen's next move after eBay rejected takeover bid

GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen shared few details when he said he would do "whatever we need to do" to buy eBay after the e-

Wall Street awaits GameStop CEO Cohen's next move after eBay rejected takeover bid
Business|Economy|Europe|World

German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite

The German Council of Economic Experts cut its growth forecast for Europe's largest economy on Wednesday, citing the impact of the Middle East conflict,

German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

Once investor darlings, Australian banks get reality check on mortgage change

A looming slowdown in mortgage lending, higher provisions for souring loans and rising interest rates are darkening the outlook for

Once investor darlings, Australian banks get reality check on mortgage change
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation

The U.S. dollar, long stuck in a tight trading range, could be in for a break higher as the Federal Reserve shifts its focus to fighting worrisome signs that inflation is

Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation
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European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty

European shares ended little changed on Wednesday, holding near record levels reached before the Iran war began, as gains in automobile and

European stocks end steady as gains in autos, chemicals offset Iran war uncertainty
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Prediction markets look to institutional investors for next phase of growth

Prediction market platforms including Kalshi are making a big push to attract top institutional

Prediction markets look to institutional investors for next phase of growth
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Nvidia to spend $150 billion a year in Taiwan, 'epicentre' of AI revolution, says CEO

Nvidia's chief executive said on Wednesday the chip company plans to invest around $150 billion a year in Taiwan, terming it the "epicentre" of the AI

Nvidia to spend $150 billion a year in Taiwan, 'epicentre' of AI revolution, says CEO
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Investors hunt for AI winners in small-cap US tech stocks

U.S. small-cap technology stocks are surging after years of underperformance, a sign of how the AI frenzy is pushing technology investors to look beyond the

Investors hunt for AI winners in small-cap US tech stocks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance

Iran war spending drains US military budgets, triggering cancelled trainings, delayed maintenance
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?

‘Exploding oil.’ What the heck is Trump talking about?
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns

The Iran war and lingering trade tensions could dent euro zone economic growth, push up borrowing costs and challenge some member states' ability to sustain public

Iran war fallout amplifying Europe's financial vulnerabilities, ECB warns
Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation

European Union governments cleared legislation on Wednesday to remove import duties on many U.S. goods, an EU source with knowledge of their meeting

EU governments clear US trade deal legislation
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BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves

The Bank of Japan saw net income fall in fiscal 2025 as rising interest rates boosted payments made on excess reserves parked with the central bank, its

BOJ's net income falls due to higher interest payments on reserves
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party

Former prime minister Alexis Tsipras, the leftist firebrand who ran Greece at the height of its debt crisis in 2015, has launched a new political party, promising to fight

Greece's leftist firebrand Tsipras makes comeback with new political party
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|World

Fed's Logan: world may need to cut use of oil and natural gas 

The world may need to find a way to get by on less oil and gas if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed much longer due to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, Dallas Federal Reserve

Fed's Logan: world may need to cut use of oil and natural gas 
Asia|Economy|Europe|Political|World

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties

China is willing to work with the Czech Republic to improve ties and revive a traditional friendship, Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Czech counterpart Petr Macinka, state

China willing to work with Czech government to improve ties
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Amazon invests $20 billion in UK in 2025

Amazon invested over £15 billion ($20 billion) in Britain in 2025, keeping the e-commerce giant on track to deliver its planned £40 billion investment in the three years to

Amazon invests $20 billion in UK in 2025
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European stocks set for modest gains as Iran war dampens outlook, poll shows

European shares will struggle to post further gains for the rest of this year, a Reuters poll found, weighed down by the economic hit from the Iran war

European stocks set for modest gains as Iran war dampens outlook, poll shows
Business|Economy|Environment|World

China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say

China has issued export quotas for urea fertiliser, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said, a move that could help ease soaring global prices for one of the world's most

China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Food|Lifestyle|Political

UK grocery inflation eases with Iran conflict yet to fully hit prices

British grocery inflation eased to 3.1% in the four weeks to May 17, its slowest rate of increase since December 2024, researcher Worldpanel by Numerator said

UK grocery inflation eases with Iran conflict yet to fully hit prices
Africa|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|World

In Congo displacement camp, fighting Ebola with sand, oatmeal and one thermometer but no water

There is one handwashing station and one infrared thermometer to fight the Ebola epidemic in this camp for 10,000 displaced people in Bunia, a city at the heart of the outbreak in eastern Congo

In Congo displacement camp, fighting Ebola with sand, oatmeal and one thermometer but no water
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets

AustralianSuper says possible Glencore listing on ASX would be positive

Pension fund AustralianSuper on Wednesday said if Glencore decides to list shares on the Australian Securities Exchange, it would be "

AustralianSuper says possible Glencore listing on ASX would be positive
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

SpaceX's Starship test strengthens IPO case, though hurdles remain

SpaceX's upgraded Starship launch on Friday delivered enough progress to keep the momentum intact behind Elon Musk's $1.75 trillion IPO, while

SpaceX's Starship test strengthens IPO case, though hurdles remain
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Fed's Kashkari calls for focus on inflation risk, mum on timing of next rate move

The Federal Reserve must focus on containing inflationary risks that appear to be building, though it was "far too soon" to predict when it could next change

Fed's Kashkari calls for focus on inflation risk, mum on timing of next rate move
Asia|Business|Economy|World

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains

Chinese farm owner Zuo Xiaoyong was stunned to see his job ad for shepherds to work in the remote and rugged grasslands south of Mongolia

Job ad for shepherds goes viral in China exposing labour market strains
Asia|Business|Economy|World

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing was ready to deepen practical cooperation with Panama and urged the Central American country to safeguard Chinese firms'

China says Panama ties should not be subject to third-party interference, Xinhua reports
Asia|Business|Crime|Economy|World

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears

At a sprawling bazaar on the outskirts of Vietnam's capital, the trade in counterfeit goods is bustling despite government crackdowns and

'Business as usual': Fakes, piracy thrive in Vietnam as US tariff deadline nears
Economy|World

Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says

Pressures on central bank independence are likely to grow as public dissatisfaction over supply-shock-driven inflation may tempt politicians to assign blame

Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution

Japan's Nikkei share average retreated from a record peak to end nearly flat on Wednesday, as investor caution grew about the fast-paced rally in AI-related

Japan's Nikkei retreats from record high as AI rally sparks caution
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung workers approve pay deal but management still has trying times ahead

Unionised workers at Samsung Electronics have approved a highly contentious deal on bonus pay - one that averts a massive strike but also exacerbates deep

Samsung workers approve pay deal but management still has trying times ahead
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom

SK Hynix topped $1 trillion in market value for the first time on Wednesday, joining its memory chip rivals Samsung Electronics and

SK Hynix joins $1 trillion club after Samsung, Micron on AI chip boom
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US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports

U.S.

US draws up plans to halt immigration, customs processing at 'sanctuary city' airports
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology|World

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions

The deal Samsung Electronics struck with its union averts a massive strike and gives its memory chip workers eye-popping bonuses.

Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows

Samsung Electronics plans to invest 39 trillion dong ($1.5 billion) in Vietnam to build a semiconductor testing plant, its proposal

Samsung plans $1.5 billion chip testing plant in Vietnam, document shows
Business|Economy|World

Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks

(Fixes typo in lead paragraph to 'lender,' not 'leader.')

Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks

Vietnam’s top leader To Lam will visit the Philippines next week, Manila said on Wednesday, as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr seeks to further strengthen his country's

Vietnam leader to visit Philippines next week for trade, security talks
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Markets cheer, central banks warn

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rocky Swift While markets appear to be looking past the Middle East crisis and the havoc it has wreaked on energy supplies, central bankers

Markets cheer, central banks warn
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Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries

A chemical tank imploded and ruptured at a Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in the U.S. state of Washington on Tuesday, resulting in one death and nine injuries, while nine others

Chemical tank rupture in Washington state causes one death, multiple injuries
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows

Hong Kong has overtaken Switzerland as the top global booking centre for cross-border wealth, a first that is unlikely to be reversed as hubs in Asia grow faster than the

Hong Kong overtakes Switzerland as world's top cross-border wealth hub on China ties, report shows
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Hong Kong watchdog raids local units of two Chinese brokerages, sources say

Hong Kong securities regulator has raided the local arms of two major Chinese brokerages as it investigates suspected misconduct tied to share offerings, sources said, the latest

Hong Kong watchdog raids local units of two Chinese brokerages, sources say
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Southern California officials lift all evacuation orders for residents near damaged chemical tank

Officials have lifted evacuation orders for final 16,000 residents near a damaged chemical tank in California

Southern California officials lift all evacuation orders for residents near damaged chemical tank
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Goldman Sachs lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong earnings outlook

Goldman Sachs has raised its 2026 year-end forecast for the S&P 500 index to 8,000 from 7,600, citing continued strength in corporate earnings.

Goldman Sachs lifts S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 on strong earnings outlook
Business|Economy|World

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold

New Zealand's central bank held rates steady on Wednesday, but a split vote underscored a knife-edge decision, as policymakers warned

NZ central bank flags imminent hikes to counter energy shock after narrow hold
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets

BlackRock sees merit in large scale mining M&A

BlackRock would back consolidation among large miners because it would open the sector to generalist investors at a scale that would make it

BlackRock sees merit in large scale mining M&A
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Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal

Samsung Electronics' unionised workers in South Korea voted to approve a tentative wage deal, the union said on Wednesday, averting a strike that threatened to rattle global

Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve pay deal
Business|Economy|Political|World

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones

Russia has passed a law allowing its central bank and other financial institutions to operate their own defence systems and arm staff to repel drone attacks, a document published by

Russia allows central bank, top lender Sberbank to down drones
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BOJ's Ueda warns temporary energy shock could become persistent

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Wednesday central banks should not look at oil prices in isolation because a temporary energy shock can become

BOJ's Ueda warns temporary energy shock could become persistent
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China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two years

China's industrial profits in April grew at the fastest pace since November 2023, despite financial pressures stemming from softening domestic demand and rising component

China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two years
Australia|Business|Economy|Finance|World

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher

Australian consumer prices increased by less than expected in April thanks to a government tax cut on fuel, data showed on Wednesday, while core inflation ticked up as

Australia consumer inflation slows in April, core creeps higher
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Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll

AI exuberance and robust earnings will continue to power Japan's Nikkei to record highs, even as its blistering rally makes it hard for forecasters to keep

Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April

A key gauge of Japan's service-sector inflation rose 3.0% in April from a year earlier, data showed on Wednesday, reinforcing the central bank's view that a tight labour

Japan's corporate service prices rise 3% in April
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

Canada and Germany make liquefied natural gas deal as Carney looks to diversify from US

A person familiar with the matter says Canada has reached a deal to export liquefied natural gas to Germany from a planned Pacific Coast terminal

Canada and Germany make liquefied natural gas deal as Carney looks to diversify from US
Business|Economy|Environment|Health

Correction: Southern California-Chemical Tan story

In a story published May

Correction: Southern California-Chemical Tan story
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SpaceX set for fast entry into US, global indexes under new FTSE rules

Elon Musk's SpaceX is eligible for inclusion in both the Russell U.S.

SpaceX set for fast entry into US, global indexes under new FTSE rules
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IREN to buy Blackwell systems from Dell for about $1.6 billion

Data center operator IREN said on Tuesday it has agreed to buy Nvidia's air-cooled Blackwell systems from Dell for about $1.6 billion, as it aims to bring more capacity online to

IREN to buy Blackwell systems from Dell for about $1.6 billion
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Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs

Trump administration proposes having all federal workers sign NDAs
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The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes

President Donald Trump insists a peace deal is close on the 88th day of the Iran war

The Latest: Iran deal progress is murky after US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Trading Day: The AI train rolls on

World stocks, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose to new highs on Tuesday, driven again by an unyielding optimism around artificial intelligence that

Trading Day: The AI train rolls on
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US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say

The U.S. and Thailand are in talks on new long-term supply of U.S.-produced liquefied natural gas, two sources said on Tuesday, negotiations that have

US and Thailand speed LNG talks as war hits Qatar exports, sources say
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US to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, issues with Canada 'significant', Greer says

The Trump administration intends to maintain tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, U.S.

US to keep tariffs on USMCA countries, issues with Canada 'significant', Greer says
Business|Economy|Finance|Science|Stock Markets|Technology

S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record closing highs on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record closing highs on Tuesday, as AI-fueled optimism offset anxiety over Middle East peace

S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record closing highs on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports

Lululemon nears deal to settle proxy war with founder Chip Wilson

Lululemon Athletica is nearing a settlement with Chip Wilson that would give the athletic apparel maker's founder board seats in exchange for a

Lululemon nears deal to settle proxy war with founder Chip Wilson
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|World

NTSB wants FAA to revise runway safety assessments during heavy rainfall

The U.S.

NTSB wants FAA to revise runway safety assessments during heavy rainfall
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

S&P 500 hits record closing high on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club

The S&P 500 hit a record closing high on Tuesday, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq notched further gains, as AI-fueled optimism

S&P 500 hits record closing high on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire

Iran said on Tuesday the United States had violated a ceasefire by striking targets near the contested Strait of Hormuz, potentially complicating efforts to bring the war to a close

Iran says new US strikes violate ceasefire
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts

U.S.

US to seek public comment on Chinese goods eligible for tariff cuts
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Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep importing vehicles with 'connected car' technology

(Corrects identifier RIC for Geely Holding in lead paragraph.)

Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep importing vehicles with 'connected car' technology
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks

The Trump administration wants all current and future federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements, part of a continuing crackdown on leaks to the media

Trump administration proposes NDAs for federal employees to stop media leaks
Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Another surge for Micron, Wall Street's latest $1 trillion company, sends US stocks to records

The U.S. stock market rose to records as it caught up with climbs for others around the world from the day before, when President Donald Trump said negotiations were “proceeding nicely” with Iran on ending their war

Another surge for Micron, Wall Street's latest $1 trillion company, sends US stocks to records
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S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq traded near record levels on Tuesday, after briefly hitting fresh intraday highs, as AI-fueled optimism

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise on AI optimism, Micron joins $1 trillion club
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FAA proposes fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 over allowing intoxicated passengers to board

The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday proposed fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 for allegedly allowing intoxicated passengers to board

FAA proposes fining Alaska Airlines $165,000 over allowing intoxicated passengers to board
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

SoftBank hires banks for US IPOs of SB Energy and AI robotics spinoff Roze, sources say

SoftBank Group has tapped banks to prepare initial public offerings for its energy and infrastructure developer SB Energy and its planned

SoftBank hires banks for US IPOs of SB Energy and AI robotics spinoff Roze, sources say
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq advanced on Tuesday, parting ways with their European counterparts, and falling West Texas Intermediate crude prices diverged

S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brent crude jumps 4%, as US strikes in Iran set back hopes for Hormuz re-opening

Brent crude futures climbed about 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, a setback to hopes over the weekend that the United

Brent crude jumps 4%, as US strikes in Iran set back hopes for Hormuz re-opening
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Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism and defiance after months of blackout

Iranians emerge online with skepticism  and defiance after months of blackout
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Supreme Court rejects Meta's appeal in Vermont social media addiction case

The Supreme Court has rejected a push to avoid a lawsuit alleging that Facebook and Instagram harmed young users, a decision that comes as social media companies increasingly face legal scrutiny

Supreme Court rejects Meta's appeal in Vermont social media addiction case
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Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Graham Platner and Troy Jackson ahead of June election

Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Graham Platner and Troy Jackson ahead of June election

Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Graham Platner and Troy Jackson ahead of June election
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Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner stands by ad slamming Red Sox over private equity

Graham Platner began Memorial Day weekend by releasing an ad on the cable station that airs Boston Red Sox games accusing team owners of ruining the storied franchise

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner stands by ad slamming Red Sox over private equity
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Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown

Iran has denounced the most recent U.S. strikes as a sign of bad faith as negotiations press on toward a possible deal to end the war

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and begins restoring internet after long shutdown
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Dollar climbs as US strikes on Iran dent ceasefire optimism

The dollar edged higher against major currencies including the euro and yen on Tuesday, after renewed U.S. strikes on Iran dented optimism for a near-term

Dollar climbs as US strikes on Iran dent ceasefire optimism
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Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports

Japan is set to begin talks with South American trade bloc Mercosur on an economic partnership to seek alternative oil sources, critical minerals and lower auto tariffs, the Nikkei

Japan set to start trade talks with Mercosur, Nikkei reports
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How far have the U.S. and Iran got towards ending the Iran war?

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, allow shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and lift a U.S. blockade and some sanctions on

How far have the U.S. and Iran got towards ending the Iran war?
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US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices

US-Iran talks are heating up again. But the danger isn’t over for gas prices
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American Airlines to equip over 500 narrow-body jets with Starlink Wi-Fi from 2027

American Airlines said on Tuesday it will equip over 500 of its narrow-body aircraft with Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi for domestic and short-haul international routes, starting in the

American Airlines to equip over 500 narrow-body jets with Starlink Wi-Fi from 2027
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BofA expects at least 10 Brazilian IPOs in 2027

Bank of America expects at least 10 initial public offerings (IPOs) by Brazilian companies in 2027, executives told reporters on Tuesday.

BofA expects at least 10 Brazilian IPOs in 2027
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Sunshine Silver eyes $2.32 billion valuation in US IPO

Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining Company is targeting a valuation of up to $2.32

Sunshine Silver eyes $2.32 billion valuation in US IPO
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Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says

Russian President Vladimir Putin will oversee the signing of a deal outlining parameters for the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan

Russia and Kazakhstan will sign nuclear power deal during Putin trip, Kremlin says
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Australia needs to ease complex rules to boost capital flows, says outgoing regulatory chief

Australia needs to overhaul complex regulations to boost innovation and revive its dwindling IPO pipeline, the country's outgoing top corporate regulator

Australia needs to ease complex rules to boost capital flows, says outgoing regulatory chief
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Inflation worries weigh on US consumer confidence in May

U.S. consumer confidence eased in May as worries about inflation linked to the war in Iran intensified and households' views of the labor market were

Inflation worries weigh on US consumer confidence in May
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Uber, Lyft drivers in Massachusetts form first US ride-share union

Ride-share drivers for app-based companies such as Uber and Lyft have unionized in Massachusetts, forming what state officials and labor leaders said was the

Uber, Lyft drivers in Massachusetts form first US ride-share union
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Brent crude jumps 4% as US strikes in Iran fuel Hormuz shipping fears

Brent crude futures climbed about 4% on Tuesday after the U.S. military carried out strikes in Iran, adding to uncertainty over whether a deal would be

Brent crude jumps 4% as US strikes in Iran fuel Hormuz shipping fears
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EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest

The European Commission has asked the Czech government for information on arrangements designed to prevent conflicts of interest over EU subsidies linked to companies in the

EU queries Czech PM's moves to tackle conflicts of interest
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Micron joins $1 trillion club as AI race powers memory chip boom

Micron Technology briefly topped $1 trillion in market value for the first time on Tuesday, crowning a dizzying rally that has cemented the U.S

Micron joins $1 trillion club as AI race powers memory chip boom
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Analysts see limited upside to Ackman's Pershing Square as they kick off coverage

Wall Street analysts started coverage of Bill Ackman's Pershing Square with mostly neutral-equivalent ratings after the quiet period ended following its recent IPO.

Analysts see limited upside to Ackman's Pershing Square as they kick off coverage
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Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war

As U.S. kamikaze drones guided by Elon Musk’s Starlink network began to make visible gains in the war against Iran, senior SpaceX officials reached a

Pentagon spars with SpaceX over Starlink price hike during Iran war
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UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions

Britain on Tuesday targeted Russia-linked cryptocurrency platforms, banks and financial networks that it said were used to bypass sanctions, freezing their

UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions
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'I have to for my daughter': Grieving mom watches lifeguards return to South Haven

'I have to for my daughter': Grieving mom watches lifeguards return to South Haven

'I have to for my daughter': Grieving mom watches lifeguards return to South Haven
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Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide

BP has ousted its chairman over what it called serious concerns related to “important governance standards, oversight and conduct.”

Oil giant BP ousts new chairman over 'conduct' and shares slide
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As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows

U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels

As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows
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Christmas tree farm fights back after pipeline company cuts down hundreds of trees, owner refuses NDA

Christmas tree farm fights back after pipeline company cuts down hundreds of trees, owner refuses NDA

Christmas tree farm fights back after pipeline company cuts down hundreds of trees, owner refuses NDA
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Doncasters reveals 26% revenue jump in US IPO filing as defense listings run hot

Doncasters filed for a U.S. initial public offering on Tuesday, disclosing a 26% revenue jump in the first three months of 2026 as a red-hot streak of new

Doncasters reveals 26% revenue jump in US IPO filing as defense listings run hot
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US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election

U.S.

US and Armenia sign partnership agreement ahead of Armenian election
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US single-family home prices edge up in March, FHFA says

U.S. single-family house prices edged up in March, but further increases are unlikely as the war with Iran pushes mortgage rates higher, dampening housing demand.

US single-family home prices edge up in March, FHFA says
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Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says

The persistence of energy price shocks will be a key factor guiding the European Central Bank's next policy decision, Dutch central bank chief

Energy shock persistence to decide ECB's next move, Sleijpen says
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BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues

BP has removed Chairman Albert Manifold with immediate effect, it said on Tuesday, citing governance standards, oversight and conduct issues just months after he was appointed to

BP ousts Chair Manifold over governance and conduct issues
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Micron closes in on $1 trillion market value as UBS triples share price target

Shares of Micron Technology climbed about 14.2% in early trading on Tuesday after brokerage UBS sharply raised its target price for the stock citing stronger AI demand and long-term

Micron closes in on $1 trillion market value as UBS triples share price target
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Senegal's ousted prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker

Senegal's parliament elected Ousmane Sonko as its speaker on Tuesday, days after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye fired him as prime minister

Senegal's ousted prime minister Sonko elected parliament speaker
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Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says

Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey said he expects NATO to discuss financial support for Kyiv at its summit in July, suggesting each member contributes a small

Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says
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Wall St gains at open as AI optimism overshadows Middle East risks

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Tuesday, with AI-fueled optimism overshadowing concerns over Middle East peace talks after recent U.S. strikes on Iran.

Wall St gains at open as AI optimism overshadows Middle East risks
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Florida insurer Safepoint eyes $1.16 billion valuation in US IPO

Insurer Safepoint said on Tuesday it was targeting a valuation of up to $1.16 billion in ​its U.S. initial public offering, riding a wave of post-reform Florida insurance growth.

Florida insurer Safepoint eyes $1.16 billion valuation in US IPO
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Critics give Ferrari Luce EV a cool response, shares fall

Ferrari shares plunged by more than 8% on Tuesday as investors and critics reacted coolly to the Italian luxury sports

Critics give Ferrari Luce EV a cool response, shares fall
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S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as AI optimism outweighs Middle East risks

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq traded near record highs on Tuesday, with AI-fueled optimism offsetting concerns over Middle East peace talks after

S&P 500, Nasdaq rise as AI optimism outweighs Middle East risks
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Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants

The Supreme Court has rejected Florida’s long shot attempt to sue California and Washington over the issuance of commercial driver licenses to truckers who don’t speak English and are not authorized to be in the United States

Supreme Court rejects Florida's bid to sue Western states over truck licenses for immigrants
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PayPal’s online checkout empire is under siege as rivals squeeze its core business

PayPal, a pioneer in online payments, is facing significant challenges nearly three decades after its inception

PayPal’s online checkout empire is under siege as rivals squeeze its core business
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California’s salmon fishery is reopening after a population crash led to a 3-year closure, but that doesn’t mean all is well

Salmon have faced a boom-bust cycle for years. Making their recovery last longer will require some big changes, including how hatcheries produce fish.

California’s salmon fishery is reopening after a population crash led to a 3-year closure, but that doesn’t mean all is well
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The US is seeing stronger storms, so why are droughts getting worse?

Even though annual precipitation is rising nationally, the landscape is drying out more rapidly. That’s changing the water cycle.

The US is seeing stronger storms, so why are droughts getting worse?
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From the San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers every sector of Colorado’s economy

Latinos were the first Coloradans, and yet they are portrayed by the administration as intruders in an era of immigration enforcement.

From the San Luis Valley to Vail, Latino labor powers every sector of Colorado’s economy
Economy|Environment|Science

Releasing cool water protects fish in the Grand Canyon. That comes at cost to hydropower

Federal officials are considering cool water releases for the third consecutive year at Glen Canyon Dam in Northern Arizona this summer to safeguard the humpback chub, a federally protected fish

Releasing cool water protects fish in the Grand Canyon. That comes at cost to hydropower
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Firebrand PM's ouster complicates Senegal IMF talks, heightens bondholder risk

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's dismissal of a government headed by a firebrand critic of the International Monetary Fund gives fresh

Firebrand PM's ouster complicates Senegal IMF talks, heightens bondholder risk
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As Fed leashes bank examiners, Wall Street pushes for more wins, sources say

Wall Street banks are pushing the Federal Reserve behind the scenes to cement its new supervisory regime so the changes cannot easily be reversed by

As Fed leashes bank examiners, Wall Street pushes for more wins, sources say
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Advent, ADIA-backed gas engine maker Innio targets $20.3 billion valuation in US IPO

Gas engine manufacturer Innio said on Tuesday it was targeting a valuation of up to $20.25 billion in a U.S. initial public offering, as it looks to tap investor appetite for

Advent, ADIA-backed gas engine maker Innio targets $20.3 billion valuation in US IPO
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Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence

Russian companies are ready to finance the purchase of heavier weapons and electronic systems to defend their plants from drone attacks, Alexander Shokhin, head of Russia's

Russian business to Putin: we need heavier weapons for drone defence
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India's fifth spot in global market cap list under threat as Taiwan closes in

India's position as the fifth-largest global market by capitalisation is under threat as Taiwan closes in on the South Asian nation's spot,

India's fifth spot in global market cap list under threat as Taiwan closes in
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I Squared bets on AI inference with $225 million data center buy from Cogent

Investment manager I Squared Capital on Tuesday said that it has bought 10 data center facilities from Cogent Fiber for $225 million in cash, marking its latest bet on AI

I Squared bets on AI inference with $225 million data center buy from Cogent
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Applied Aerospace & Defense eyes $3.59 billion valuation in US IPO

Private equity-backed government contractor Applied Aerospace & Defense is targeting a valuation of up to $3.59 billion in ​its U.S. initial public offering, as defense firms tap

Applied Aerospace & Defense eyes $3.59 billion valuation in US IPO
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Your bank’s AI just blocked your payment – what can you do?

AI is now the machine deciding whether your payment goes through. And when it makes a mistake, the system isn’t designed to tell you why.

Your bank’s AI just blocked your payment – what can you do?
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Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos

A search operation for seven villagers trapped inside a flooded cave in central Laos has entered its seventh day as rescuers encounter difficult terrain and weather in their bid to reach the group

Search continues for 7 villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos
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Iran war dims hopes for German economic recovery, surveys show

The war in Iran is choking off hopes of an economic recovery in Germany that had emerged at the beginning of the year, with businesses assessing their situation as

Iran war dims hopes for German economic recovery, surveys show
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Honeywell's Quantinuum targets $12.7 billion valuation in US IPO

Honeywell's Quantinuum is targeting a valuation of up to $12.7 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, it said on Tuesday, as it looks to capitalize on heightened investor

Honeywell's Quantinuum targets $12.7 billion valuation in US IPO
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Is your cautious retirement spending doing more harm than good?

When we were children, it was common to be afraid of the boogeyman

Is your cautious retirement spending doing more harm than good?
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Australia's Element 25 reviews US project as it looks to renegotiate GM, Stellantis contracts

Manganese producer Element 25 said on Tuesday it is reviewing its project execution plan for the production of high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM) in Louisiana, U.S.,

Australia's Element 25 reviews US project as it looks to renegotiate GM, Stellantis contracts
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Wrong sort of 'boom' to start the week

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets After a long weekend in the United States and many other countries,

Wrong sort of 'boom' to start the week
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Big Tobacco comes out on top after US FDA shake-up

The U.S.

Big Tobacco comes out on top after US FDA shake-up
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UK CBI retail data recovers from record low, consumer demand still weak

British retailers reported lower sales in May against a backdrop of weak demand, but not the record downturn they had reported a month earlier, according to figures released

UK CBI retail data recovers from record low, consumer demand still weak
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How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision

Republican President Trump's regulators are undertaking the biggest overhaul of bank supervision since the 2008 financial crisis.

How Trump's bank regulators are paring back supervision
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Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July

Ireland aims to pass a law curbing goods trade with settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank by mid-July with Israel, some U.S. lawmakers and business groups opposing

Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July
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Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields

Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields
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Japan keeps view economy recovering but warns risk from Middle East

Japan's government retained its assessment in May that the economy was recovering moderately, while warning that tensions in the Middle East and fluctuations in financial

Japan keeps view economy recovering but warns risk from Middle East
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Euro zone may face pockets of stress from private credit, not systemic risk: ECB

The euro zone is not facing systemic risk from the recent turbulence in private credit markets but a few pockets of the financial system are exposed and some tension may

Euro zone may face pockets of stress from private credit, not systemic risk: ECB
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OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said on Tuesday the rapid development and adoption of AI would not lead to a global "jobs apocalypse" and the technology had not

OpenAI's Altman says AI unlikely to lead to 'jobs apocalypse'
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European equities slip as US strikes on Iran cloud peace prospects

European shares slipped on Tuesday as doubts over the prospects of a deal to end the conflict with Iran weighed on sentiment after the U.S.

European equities slip as US strikes on Iran cloud peace prospects
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows

Shipments of foreign-branded mobile phones in China for April, including Apple's iPhones, were up 1.8% from the same month last year, Reuters calculations based on data

April shipments of foreign-branded phones in China up 1.8% Y/Y, CAICT data shows
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ECB to revise inflation, growth forecasts, its chief economist says

The European Central Bank will likely revise its inflation and growth forecasts next month reflecting the darkening outlook from the Middle East conflict, its chief economist

ECB to revise inflation, growth forecasts, its chief economist says
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Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy

Australia, India, Japan and the United States have agreed new initiatives for maritime security, critical minerals, port infrastructure, and energy security to boost cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region amid concerns about China's influence

Quad ministers announce new Indo-Pacific initiatives on maritime security and energy
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps

Hotel Momentum stands above Switzerland's Loetschen Valley as a symbol of recovery, a year after a

A year after glacier collapse, Blatten residents rebuild lives in Swiss Alps
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UK shop price inflation picks up, retailers ask government to help

British shop price inflation sped up in May on the back of disruption and higher energy costs caused by the Iran war, according to a retail industry group which said the

UK shop price inflation picks up, retailers ask government to help
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South Korea to step up monitoring of investments in overseas private debt

South Korea will step up monitoring investments by domestic pension funds and banks in overseas private debt, the country's financial watchdog said on Tuesday, as regulators

South Korea to step up monitoring of investments in overseas private debt
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A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods

Western governments, currently ploughing tens of billions of dollars into critical minerals in an effort to break their reliance on China, could look to

A warning to critical minerals buyers: avoid butter mountains, aluminium floods
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Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in three years, and

Sri Lanka stuns with 100-bp rate hike as Iran war rattles currency, fuels inflation
Asia|Economy|Political|World

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party

China on Tuesday reiterated its stance on the Australia-India-Japan-US Quad group, saying cooperation between countries should contribute to regional peace, stability and

China says QUAD cooperation should not target third party
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal

A Samsung Electronics' union

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal
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Exchange operator ASX sinks most in 26 years as tech revamp swells costs

Australian stock exchange operator ASX Ltd on Tuesday warned of a sharp rise in 2027 spending for technology upgrades and new product

Exchange operator ASX sinks most in 26 years as tech revamp swells costs
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals

The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan and the U.S. agreed to jointly build a port in Fiji and signed pacts

Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals
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ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says

The ECB should raise interest rates in June, even if ongoing peace talks with Iran yield a deal, as the conflict has been far longer

ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says
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BOJ's new trend gauge shows inflation exceeding target

Japan's core inflation as measured by a new central bank gauge accelerated in April and blew past its 2% target, data showed on Tuesday, helping make the case

BOJ's new trend gauge shows inflation exceeding target
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Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter Gulf crisis

Sri Lanka's central bank stunned markets by raising its policy rate by an outsized 100 basis points on Tuesday, the biggest hike in four years, as

Sri Lanka jolts markets with outsized 100-bp rate hike to counter Gulf crisis
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Peace talks hit turbulence

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Rae Wee Oil prices climbed on Tuesday, after the U.S. military conducted strikes in southern Iran in what it described as defensive actions,

Peace talks hit turbulence
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China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port

China and Pakistan have reached a "new broad consensus" on deepening strategic ties to beef up development of a joint economic corridor and establish the

China, Pakistan aim to revamp economic corridor, Gwadar port
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Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump

Democrats are increasingly critiquing each other over their personal stock trades as the party looks to hone its anti-corruption message against President Donald Trump in the midterm elections

Democrats feud over stock trading as they sharpen anti-corruption case against Trump
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision

Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino said the central bank will consider the timing and pace of interest rate hikes with an eye on the fallout from

BOJ's Himino says Mideast developments will factor into rate decision
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites

The U_S_ military said Monday that it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines, even as President Donald Trump said on social media that negotiations were “proceeding nicely.”

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
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South Korea's central bank to hold key rate on May 28, hikes expected from Q3

South Korea's central bank will keep its key policy rate unchanged at a review on Thursday, according to economists in a Reuters poll, and a majority of

South Korea's central bank to hold key rate on May 28, hikes expected from Q3
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Russia's Putin provides debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree providing debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families, the Kremlin said late on Monday, adding to support tools

Russia's Putin provides debt relief to new Ukraine war recruits and their families
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SpaceX debut draws a crowd, but few recent hot IPOs outpace the market

Wall Street is abuzz with next month's expected blockbuster debut of Elon Musk's rocket and satellite maker ​SpaceX, but few of the biggest IPOs in recent years

SpaceX debut draws a crowd, but few recent hot IPOs outpace the market
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Samsung's non-chip union files injunction in bid to stop vote on bonuses, media reports

A Samsung Electronics' union representing workers in non-semiconductor divisions has filed an injunction with a South Korean court in a bid to stop an ongoing vote by workers

Samsung's non-chip union files injunction in bid to stop vote on bonuses, media reports
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Japan slips to third-largest creditor behind China despite record net external assets

Japan fell behind China to rank as the world's third-largest net creditor in 2025, marking a further decline in global rankings despite its net external

Japan slips to third-largest creditor behind China despite record net external assets
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US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed

U.S. forces on Monday conducted strikes in southern Iran against targets including boats attempting to lay mines and missile

US launches fresh strikes on Iran as talks to end war proceed
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|World

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist

India's trade minister says that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit to India has helped pave the way for a complete reset of Canada-India relations

India's trade minister says visit by Canada's Carney reset ties after 2023 killing of Sikh activist
Economy|Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River

Atlanta metro downpour leads to massive fish kill on the Chattahoochee River
Africa|Business|Economy|Political|World

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye named a seasoned economist as prime minister on Monday, three days after dismissing

Senegal's Faye names economist Lo as new prime minister
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Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday that Alberta's planned vote on potentially breaking away from the rest of Canada, while not binding,

Carney says Alberta vote on separation could become 'dangerous bluff'
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Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes

Stocks surged and the U.S. dollar and oil prices slid on Monday as the prospect of a deal to end the Iran war buoyed risk

Stocks jump while oil and dollar ease on Iran peace hopes
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Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source

The U.S. and Iran are discussing a plan to open the Strait of Hormuz about 30 days after the two countries reach a deal to end hostilities, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Monday

Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source
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Oil tumbles nearly 7% as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal

Oil prices fell nearly 7% on Monday as optimism grew that the United States and Iran were moving closer to a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of

Oil tumbles nearly 7% as US and Iran seen moving closer to deal
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Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity

Pope Leo XIV has called for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit

Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
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Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death

Korean War veteran laid to rest in Pittsburgh 76 years after his death
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Cat café says delivery mix-up led to $2,600 in lost donations

Cat café says delivery mix-up led to $2,600 in lost donations

Cat café says delivery mix-up led to $2,600 in lost donations
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Man says he tried to return a $20,000 IRS error — then got charged interest

Man says he tried to return a $20,000 IRS error — then got charged interest

Man says he tried to return a $20,000 IRS error — then got charged interest
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Nigeria economic growth slows slightly in first quarter

Nigeria's economy grew 3.89% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, down slightly from the final quarter of last year's 4.07% growth rate, official data showed on Monday.

Nigeria economic growth slows slightly in first quarter
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Target pushes deeper AI adoption, reviews usage‑based pricing, India head says

Target is moving from "using AI to running on AI," but a shift in the pricing of the technology by its providers is prompting

Target pushes deeper AI adoption, reviews usage‑based pricing, India head says
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Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan

Farmers across Sudan say the hike in global fuel and fertilizer costs resulting from the Iran conflict will

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan
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Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port

Several magnetic mines had been detected on a tanker in Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga, Russia's Investigative Committee said on Monday.

Russia says magnetic mines found on tanker at Ust-Luga port
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Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz said on Monday he would cut his salary and those of his cabinet ministers in half amid a growing political crisis marked by protests and

Bolivia president Paz cuts salary in half as protests grip country
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You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy

For shoppers tying to avoid Amazon, its expansion into shipping and logistics for thousands of companies makes that choice more difficult.

You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy
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Trump and Warsh's fates are now tied, for better or worse

Former U.S.

Trump and Warsh's fates are now tied, for better or worse
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Anthropic's Olah says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech

The co-founder of AI company Anthropic said on Monday that the development of artificial intelligence cannot be left solely to

Anthropic's Olah says AI must be guided from outside Big Tech
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Canada April wholesale trade most likely up 0.1% - Statscan flash estimate

Canadian wholesale trade most likely rose 0.1% in April from March, largely driven by higher sales in the building material and supplies subsector, Statistics Canada said in a flash

Canada April wholesale trade most likely up 0.1% - Statscan flash estimate
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Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism

The dollar dropped against major currencies on Monday as hopes of a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices

Dollar drifts lower as oil falls on Hormuz deal optimism
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Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats

New Delhi - A viral social media account focusing on the concerns of India’s Gen Z has come under attack, with its founder alleging hacking and

Founder of viral Indian Gen Z account alleges crackdown, threats
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Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance

Japan will build up an extra $19 billion in reserves to subsidise fuel costs and help tackle cost of living pressures, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said

Japan's Takaichi unveils $19 billion extra budget, reassures on bond issuance
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Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts

President Xi Jinping hailed China's "unbreakable" friendship with Pakistan on Monday as he met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing, seeking

Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
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This drive-thru coffee chain is pushing into undercaffeinated parts of America

This drive-thru coffee chain is pushing into undercaffeinated parts of America

This drive-thru coffee chain is pushing into undercaffeinated parts of America
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Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say

Rising seas will swallow New Orleans. People need to start relocating now, scientists say
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India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners turned to imports from Latin America and Africa after supplies from the Middle East were disrupted as the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption
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Europe's STOXX 600 wipes out Iran war losses on peace deal hopes, AI optimism

Europe's STOXX 600 closed at its highest level in over two months, recovering all its losses since the start of the Middle East conflict,

Europe's STOXX 600 wipes out Iran war losses on peace deal hopes, AI optimism
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Hedge fund tech positions hover near record highs, Goldman Sachs says

Technology stocks were a top pick for hedge funds last week, with speculators hoovering them up at the fastest pace in nearly three months, according to a

Hedge fund tech positions hover near record highs, Goldman Sachs says
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ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide Bangladesh with $5 billion in support over the next five years, the lender said on Monday, as the country faces mounting

ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount
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Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud

Greek police arrested 20 people on the island of Crete on Monday, saying they had dismantled a criminal gang suspected of defrauding the European Union of agricultural

Greek police arrest 20 in Crete over suspected EU farm subsidies fraud
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Delivery Hero shares surge to 18-month high as Uber eyes takeover

Uber is weighing a raised takeover bid for rival Delivery Hero after its initial €33-per-share offer on Saturday was rebuffed, an FT report said, sending the German

Delivery Hero shares surge to 18-month high as Uber eyes takeover
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Australia's Guzman y Gomez sued in US over alleged failure to notify staff of closure

A group of U.S. employees have sued Sydney-listed Guzman y Gomez in an Illinois court, alleging the Mexican-themed fast-food chain did not give prior notice to staff before closing

Australia's Guzman y Gomez sued in US over alleged failure to notify staff of closure
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Global shares gain and oil prices fall after Trump says talks on ending the war are proceeding

Global shares are mostly higher and oil prices have dropped after U.S. President Donald Trump said talks on ending the war with Iran are progressing

Global shares gain and oil prices fall after Trump says talks on ending the war are proceeding
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Huawei's 'chip queen' etches her name in China's tech folklore

When He Tingbo was put in charge of Huawei's chip development in 2003, the young engineer was handed an annual budget of $400

Huawei's 'chip queen' etches her name in China's tech folklore
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Singapore core inflation at 1.4% on year in April, lower than expected

Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.4% in April from a year earlier, official data showed on Monday, below economists' expectations.  

Singapore core inflation at 1.4% on year in April, lower than expected
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Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit

War in Iran, strained U.S. commitments in Asia and rising tensions over

Global tensions set to stalk Singapore's flagship defence summit
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Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese businessman credited with creating the 7-Eleven convenience-chain global retail empire, has died

Toshifumi Suzuki, the Japanese behind the 'conbini' empire, has died. He was 93.
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Trump call would be positive, no planning talks have taken place, Taiwan says

A call between the U.S. and Taiwanese leaders would be a positive thing but it is up to President Donald Trump to take the initiative and the two sides have not had any

Trump call would be positive, no planning talks have taken place, Taiwan says
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Jardine Matheson to buy Australia's I-MED at $2.4 billion enterprise value in healthcare push 

Jardine Matheson said on Monday it has agreed to buy Australian medical imaging provider I-MED Radiology Network for a total enterprise

Jardine Matheson to buy Australia's I-MED at $2.4 billion enterprise value in healthcare push 
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Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings

In a cluster of villages in Pakistan's largely rural Chakwal district, more than 100 Shi'ite Muslims have returned from the

Pakistan Shi'ites deported from UAE return to lost jobs, frozen savings
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Will they or won't they?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee The ever-inching prospect of a deal to end the Iran war and open the Strait of Hormuz paved the way for investors to put on

Will they or won't they?
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New Zealand tightens English standards, widens philanthropy options for visas

New Zealand will tighten English language rules for mid-skilled work visa applicants while expanding philanthropy options for investor migrants, Immigration Minister

New Zealand tightens English standards, widens philanthropy options for visas
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Singapore economy beats expectations in Q1 with 6% annual growth, risks ahead

Singapore's economy grew a greater than expected 6.0% in the first quarter of 2026 from a year earlier, data showed on Monday, but officials said the

Singapore economy beats expectations in Q1 with 6% annual growth, risks ahead
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Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays

U.S.

Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays
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Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal

Regional officials say the United States is close to a deal with Iran to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Trump says not to rush as details emerge of a potential Iran deal
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Uber weighs higher bid for Delivery Hero, FT reports

Uber’s board met on Saturday to discuss raising its offer for Delivery Hero after a major shareholder rebuffed Uber's bid that would value the German food delivery group at over

Uber weighs higher bid for Delivery Hero, FT reports
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Rocklin Unified eyes electric future amid high gas prices

Rocklin Unified eyes electric future amid high gas prices

Rocklin Unified eyes electric future amid high gas prices
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Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu will seek a second and final four-year term in January after overwhelmingly defeating a little-known challenger in ruling party primaries,

Nigeria's Tinubu to run for second term after party primary win
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Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war

President Donald Trump’s emerging deal to end the Iran war is drawing heavy criticism from some fellow Republicans

Republicans who have drawn a hard line on Iran pan Trump's emerging proposal to end the war
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2 charged in DOJ's Medicaid fraud case appear in court

2 charged in DOJ's Medicaid fraud case appear in court

2 charged in DOJ's Medicaid fraud case appear in court
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Viral Instagram post helps save longtime Mexican restaurant

Viral Instagram post helps save longtime Mexican restaurant

Viral Instagram post helps save longtime Mexican restaurant
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Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82

Authorities in northern China are investigating a coal mine operator for safety lapses after an explosion killed at least 82 people

Authorities investigate safety lapses after China coal mine blast kills at least 82
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Box Office: ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ tops charts and ‘Obsession’ grows in second weekend

Studio estimates on Sunday say “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu,” has made $82 million in ticket sales in the U.S. and Canada over the weekend

Box Office: ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ tops charts and ‘Obsession’ grows in second weekend
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US Treasury rout tests Washington's tolerance for higher borrowing costs

President Donald Trump's resolve on Iran is being tested by a force largely beyond his control: the bond market. 

US Treasury rout tests Washington's tolerance for higher borrowing costs
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Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security

Benin's new president, Romuald Wadagni, vowed at his inauguration on Sunday to confront rising security threats and to ensure economic growth translated into concrete

Benin's Wadagni takes office, vows better living standards, security
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In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash

In a city of high-rises, ‘cardboard grannies’ collect waste for cash
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Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told U.S.

Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says
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What the judge’s evidentiary ruling means for the case against Luigi Mangione

What the judge’s evidentiary ruling means for the case against Luigi Mangione

What the judge’s evidentiary ruling means for the case against Luigi Mangione
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Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal

The U.K.’s Royal Navy is preparing for a potential mine-clearing operation in the Strait of Hormuz

Britain's navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal
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Democrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles Republicans don't

Democrats are poised to finish several seats behind Republicans in 2026 in the nationwide race to redraw maps for the U.S. House

Democrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles Republicans don't
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Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain

Standing in front of the White House ballroom construction site, U.S.

Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain
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Rubio tries to tackle a trust deficit between Washington and Delhi on first official India trip

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

Rubio tries to tackle a trust deficit between Washington and Delhi on first official India trip
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Gas and airfare prices have jumped. Americans are traveling this weekend anyway

Gas and airfare prices have jumped. Americans are traveling this weekend anyway

Gas and airfare prices have jumped. Americans are traveling this weekend anyway
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India, US discuss Middle East, trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict

U.S.

India, US discuss Middle East, trade as Rubio cites progress on Iran conflict
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Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension

The U.S. and Iran are close to signing a deal involving a 60-day ceasefire extension, during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, Iran would be able to freely sell oil and

Axios says proposed US-Iran deal involves opening strait during 60-day ceasefire extension
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Police and protesters clash in Serbia as crowds demand president's exit

Police fired tear gas and clashed with protesters in central Belgrade on Saturday, as tens of thousands gathered to demand early elections and an end to the more than

Police and protesters clash in Serbia as crowds demand president's exit
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Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ finale sets a weeknight ratings record

Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ finale sets a weeknight ratings record

Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ finale sets a weeknight ratings record
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Colombian right-wing presidential hopeful leads poll for runoff vote

Right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella received a surge in voter support in the final week leading up to the first round of Colombia's

Colombian right-wing presidential hopeful leads poll for runoff vote
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Delivery Hero confirms takeover offer from Uber

German food delivery service Delivery Hero confirmed it had received a takeover offer from rival Uber valuing the company at 33 euros ($38.29) per share, it said in a statement on

Delivery Hero confirms takeover offer from Uber
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Bangladesh central bank unveils $4.9 billion in stimulus as growth slows

Bangladesh’s central bank on Saturday announced a 600 billion taka ($5 billion) stimulus package to revive shuttered factories and support businesses as economic growth slows

Bangladesh central bank unveils $4.9 billion in stimulus as growth slows
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Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city airports

The travel industry is on edge after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin reiterated his threat to withdraw U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in so-called “sanctuary cities” in a move that could jeopardize international flights

Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city airports
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Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties

U.S.

Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties
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Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties

U.S.

Rubio touts US energy on India trip meant to repair ties
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Uber and DoorDash sound out investors for Delivery Hero bid, FT reports

Uber and DoorDash have held exploratory talks with investors in rival Delivery Hero ahead of a possible takeover bid, the Financial Times reported on Saturday.

Uber and DoorDash sound out investors for Delivery Hero bid, FT reports
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Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say

Chinese local officials say that a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say
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AI is changing the internet forever. Here’s how

AI is changing the internet forever. Here’s how

AI is changing the internet forever. Here’s how
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Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at a Russian oil terminal

A Ukrainian drone attack has caused a fire at a Russian oil terminal, according to officials in Russia’s Krasnodar region

Ukrainian drone attack triggers fire at a Russian oil terminal
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Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela

(Corrects details of 2024 election to say Machado's opposition movement was widely seen as the legitimate winner of the contest that Maduro was accused of rigging, instead of that she won the election

Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like Venezuela
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump

Republicans in the U.S.

Republican defiance over 'anti-weaponization' fund sets up confrontation with Trump
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|US|World

This congressman's family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today's raids

Mark Takano can't help but see the parallels in U.S. history

This congressman's family was swept up in WWII Japanese detention. He sees a repeat in today's raids
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Progressives land a big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way

Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia

Progressives land a big win in a Philadelphia House primary and hope it means more are on the way
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Some of China's deadliest coal mine accidents

A gas explosion at Liushenyu coal mine in China's northern Shanxi province late on Friday killed at least 90 people, making it China's worst coal mine disaster in over 16

Some of China's deadliest coal mine accidents
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Nvidia says its forecast for $200 billion CPU market includes China

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on Saturday that his forecast of a $200 billion market for CPUs includes China, signalling Nvidia still sees

Nvidia says its forecast for $200 billion CPU market includes China
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‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week

‘Senators are not happy’: How Trump pushed the GOP to the breaking point this week
Economy|Environment|Europe|Political|World

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says

European Union countries will face large bills for defence, energy and pensions in the next 15 years, the International Monetary Fund told EU finance

EU must reform, consolidate, use joint debt to cope with spending needs, IMF says
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They thought they had it all in Miami – then they moved to Italy

They thought they had it all in Miami – then they moved to Italy

They thought they had it all in Miami – then they moved to Italy
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Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row

Japan's Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on Saturday there were no formal bilateral talks with China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, though the two had a brief

Japan trade minister holds brief talks with Chinese counterpart amid diplomatic row
Economy|Political|World

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?

U.S.

Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
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US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says

U.S. arms sales to Taiwan take years to process and are unrelated to the war with Iran, a source familiar with the matter said, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a

US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says
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‘Time is not in Russia’s favor’: Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says

‘Time is not in Russia’s favor’: Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says

‘Time is not in Russia’s favor’: Battlefield losses and economic pain pile pressure on Putin, European spy chief says
Asia|Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in India ahead of a meeting next week with his counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, members of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance known as the Quad

Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as US tries to reset strained ties
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Law firm Fenwick agrees to pay $54 million in settlement over FTX work

Prominent U.S. law firm Fenwick & West, which advised FTX before its 2022

Law firm Fenwick agrees to pay $54 million in settlement over FTX work
Economy|Political|World

World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds

Twenty-seven countries have moved since the Iran war started to put in place crisis instruments that could quickly access funding from existing World

World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access to crisis funds
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Argentina to gradually eliminate taxes on some industrial exports

Argentina will gradually lower its export taxes for certain industrial sectors to zero in the 12 months starting this July, the economy ministry said on Friday.

Argentina to gradually eliminate taxes on some industrial exports
Africa|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government after months of friction

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Friday dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, a move that risks

Senegal president sacks PM Sonko, dissolves government after months of friction
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

SpaceX's Starship flight hits most targets in pre-IPO test

SpaceX completed a largely successful test flight of its next-generation Starship rocket on Friday, deploying a clutch of mock

SpaceX's Starship flight hits most targets in pre-IPO test
Asia|Economy|Political|US|World

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say

The U.S. and Taiwan have not made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people

No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan’s Lai, sources say
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US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms

The U.S.

US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms
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Blue Origin to expand Florida campus with new $600 million facility

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday announced a $600 million expansion of Blue Origin's Rocket Park campus in Cape Canaveral.

Blue Origin to expand Florida campus with new $600 million facility
Economy|US

Trump joins Lawler to test fiscal pitch in competitive New York district

Donald Trump campaigned on Friday in New York’s Hudson Valley to support a vulnerable House Republican facing reelection in November, a rare test of the U.S.

Trump joins Lawler to test fiscal pitch in competitive New York district
Americas|Economy|Health|Political|World

Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades

Bolivia police and armed forces will open "humanitarian corridors" on Saturday in the country's La Paz department in order for supplies to move past blockades, the

Bolivia to open 'humanitarian corridors' on Saturday to move supplies through blockades
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DNC tries to move past autopsy debacle as Martin faces calls to resign as chair

Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin is facing new calls to resign from within his own party

DNC tries to move past autopsy debacle as Martin faces calls to resign as chair
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Senior Walmart executives depart amid rejig under new CEO, memo shows

Senior Walmart executives Tom Ward, COO of warehouse chain Sam's Club, and Cedric Clark, U.S. store operations chief, are leaving amid a major management rejig under CEO John Furner

Senior Walmart executives depart amid rejig under new CEO, memo shows
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As Stephen Colbert exits 'The Late Show,' podcasts have the last laugh

Stephen Colbert’s sign-off as the host of the CBS “The Late Show” may signal the end of a historic TV franchise, but the late-night tradition is far

As Stephen Colbert exits 'The Late Show,' podcasts have the last laugh
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Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks

Major stock indexes rose and Treasury yields eased on Friday as investors weighed the likelihood of a near-term deal to

Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks
Business|Economy|Political|US

Warsh elected chair of U.S. Fed's rate-setting committee

The U.S.

Warsh elected chair of U.S. Fed's rate-setting committee
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US regulators sign off on large bank 'living wills'

A pair of U.S. banking regulators have signed off on plans submitted by the nation's largest banks detailing how they could be safely unwound in

US regulators sign off on large bank 'living wills'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Soaring stocks could face rocky patch as earnings wind down, yields perk up

High-flying U.S. equities could face turbulence in the final days of a blowout corporate earnings season as investors confront an increasingly tricky

Soaring stocks could face rocky patch as earnings wind down, yields perk up
Business|Economy|Finance

Warsh takes the Fed's helm as inflation climbs, consumer sentiment dives

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as chair of the U.S.

Warsh takes the Fed's helm as inflation climbs, consumer sentiment dives
Business|Economy|World

Mexico, EU sign stalled trade deal as they aim to diversify from US

Mexico and the European Union signed a long-stalled free trade agreement on Friday as they seek to decrease dependence

Mexico, EU sign stalled trade deal as they aim to diversify from US
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Lantheus weighs potential $7 billion sale after Curium's offer, Bloomberg News reports

Radiopharmaceutical-focused company Lantheus Holdings is weighing a potential sale after getting a takeover offer from private-equity backed Curium Pharma that values it at about $7

Lantheus weighs potential $7 billion sale after Curium's offer, Bloomberg News reports
Arts|Business|Economy|Health|Sports|Technology

An SNL 'All Drug Olympics?' Not quite. But these Enhanced Games are no joke

The event that tackles the age-old question, “What would happen if we just let all the athletes take drugs?”

An SNL 'All Drug Olympics?' Not quite. But these Enhanced Games are no joke
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Trump’s director of national intelligence, citing her husband's battle with cancer

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health
Business|Economy

Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy

President Donald Trump has begun testing his midterm message, focusing on the economy

Trump veers off-topic during speech in New York that was supposed to be on the economy
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Legal fight could delay a proposed $7B settlement for lawsuits in Roundup cancer claims

A proposed $7.25 billion settlement over claims that Roundup weedkiller causes cancer now faces potential delays

Legal fight could delay a proposed $7B settlement for lawsuits in Roundup cancer claims
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Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged

The split between Wall Street and most U.S. households keeps growing wider

Wall Street keeps rising, even as U.S. households keep getting more discouraged
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Memorial Day weekend could be costly and chaotic whether you’re on the road, in the sky or just staying home

Memorial Day weekend could be costly and chaotic whether you’re on the road, in the sky or just staying home

Memorial Day weekend could be costly and chaotic whether you’re on the road, in the sky or just staying home
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ECB rebuffs proposals to boost euro stablecoins as too risky

The European Central Bank warned European Union finance ministers on Friday that proposals to issue more euro stablecoins could

ECB rebuffs proposals to boost euro stablecoins as too risky
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Google appeals US court ruling on search monopoly

Alphabet's Google on Friday appealed a Washington federal judge's ruling that it holds illegal monopolies in online search and related advertising. 

Google appeals US court ruling on search monopoly
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First USMCA negotiations to focus on content rules, economic security, Greer says

U.S.

First USMCA negotiations to focus on content rules, economic security, Greer says
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USTR Greer sees no immediate chip tariffs but says protection important for sector

U.S.

USTR Greer sees no immediate chip tariffs but says protection important for sector
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Leaks, demands and a phone call: how Estée Lauder's Puig deal fell apart

U.S. cosmetics maker Estée Lauder and Spanish perfume group Puig had been finalising the details of a deal when talks

Leaks, demands and a phone call: how Estée Lauder's Puig deal fell apart
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US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done

The United States has seen some progress towards a deal with Iran but more work is required, Secretary of State Marco

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, more work to be done
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Wall Street rises, Dow hits record high as Middle East hopes lift sentiment

U.S. stocks rose on Friday, with the Dow reaching a record closing high, as investors cheered signs of progress in talks

Wall Street rises, Dow hits record high as Middle East hopes lift sentiment
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Brazil blocks more spending, widens 2026 deficit view

Brazil's government announced on Friday a fresh 22.1 billion reais ($4.40 billion) spending block to comply with an expenditure growth cap in its fiscal framework, adding

Brazil blocks more spending, widens 2026 deficit view
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Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva leads opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in the race for this year's presidential election, gaining ground after reports

Lula leads Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil election poll after Banco Master scandal
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Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences

The Trump administration’s strategy against Cuba is looking a lot like the playbook for Venezuela

Trump's Cuba strategy echoes his Venezuela playbook. But there are key differences
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Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms

Slovenia’s parliament approved right-leaning leader Janez Jansa as prime minister-designate on Friday, paving the way for a new government that has pledged tax reliefs,

Slovenia approves Jansa as PM-designate, paving way for reforms
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Court ruling adds to crackdown on Turkey's main opposition CHP

A Turkish court ruling to effectively oust opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has inflamed a political crisis, rattled financial markets and could

Court ruling adds to crackdown on Turkey's main opposition CHP
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Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors

Iran's publication of a new map asserting its control over the Strait of Hormuz risks extending an already punishing ordeal for thousands of

Iran's intensified closure of Strait of Hormuz piles misery on stranded sailors
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Hyundai to recall over 421,000 US vehicles over software brake issue, NHTSA says

Hyundai Motor is recalling 421,078 vehicles in the U.S. over a software error that may cause an unexpected application of brakes, the U.S.

Hyundai to recall over 421,000 US vehicles over software brake issue, NHTSA says
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Logistics giants urge EU to phase in low-value package duty rules

DHL, FedEx and UPS urged European Union finance ministers to phase in new duty rules on low-value packages on Friday, warning of supply chain

Logistics giants urge EU to phase in low-value package duty rules
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Shein to buy apparel retailer Everlane

U.S. apparel brand Everlane said on Friday it had reached an agreement to be acquired by online retailer Shein, giving the fast-fashion company ownership of a brand known for

Shein to buy apparel retailer Everlane
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Oil prices settle higher on slow progress in US-Iran peace talks

Oil prices climbed on Friday, as investors worried that the U.S. and Iran would be unable to reach a peace agreement that would allow shipping traffic to

Oil prices settle higher on slow progress in US-Iran peace talks
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Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank

President Donald Trump has overseen the White House swearing-in of the new Federal Reserve chair

Warsh is sworn in as the Fed chair after Trump's bid for greater control over the independent bank
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Everlane shoppers come unraveled over sale to Shein

Everlane shoppers come unraveled over sale to Shein

Everlane shoppers come unraveled over sale to Shein
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Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair at pivotal moment for US economy
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US appeals court revives $82 million of verdict against Ford in trade secrets case

A U.S. appeals court on Friday revived $82.2 million of a $104.6 million verdict that Versata Software won against Ford for breaching a licensing

US appeals court revives $82 million of verdict against Ford in trade secrets case
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Dollar near six-week high amid Iran war jitters

The dollar held near six-week highs on Friday as traders weighed the prospects of a near-term deal to end the Middle East war

Dollar near six-week high amid Iran war jitters
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Angst over rising cost of living pushes US consumer sentiment to record low

U.S. consumer sentiment fell to a record low in May as surging gasoline prices linked to the Iran war intensified affordability concerns, highlighting

Angst over rising cost of living pushes US consumer sentiment to record low
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Western powers press Israel to rein in settlers, halt expansion

Israel must halt the expansion of settlements in the West Bank and curb growing settler violence, seven major Western nations said on Friday, accusing the Israeli government

Western powers press Israel to rein in settlers, halt expansion
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European shares end at more than one-month high on tech boost

European shares finished at their highest in over a month on Friday, led by technology stocks as risk sentiment got a lift on expectations

European shares end at more than one-month high on tech boost
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Congo province bans funeral wakes to contain Ebola's spread

The eastern Democratic Republic of Congo province most affected by the country's Ebola outbreak banned funeral

Congo province bans funeral wakes to contain Ebola's spread
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Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures

Switzerland expanded its sanctions lists against Russia and Belarus on Friday, adopting parts of the European Union's latest package of measures over Moscow's war in Ukraine

Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures
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France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls

France has drafted a U.N.

France readies UN resolution on Hormuz as vote on US text stalls
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FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto US market

The Associated Press has learned that officials at the Food and Drug Administration were blindsided by a recent policy change allowing more electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches to hit the U.S. market

FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches onto US market
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SpaceX to allow early share resale before usual six‑month lock-up

SpaceX plans to allow a large portion of its shares to become eligible for resale before the usual six‑month restriction period post-IPO, under a

SpaceX to allow early share resale before usual six‑month lock-up
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Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit

Everlane, which bucked the fast-fashion industry by promising affordable ethically sourced and sustainable clothing, is being acquired by the king of fast-fashion Shein, founded in China

Chinese fast-fashion juggernaut Shein to buy eco-friendly Everlane in an unlikely fit
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High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low

High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low

High gas prices, cost of living send US consumer sentiment to all-time low
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New York LaGuardia runway reopens after repairs

New York's LaGuardia airport has reopened a runway that had been closed because of a sinkhole on Wednesday, snarling flights for the busy Memorial Day travel

New York LaGuardia runway reopens after repairs
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Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays

Taiwan's government said on Friday it had not received any information about U.S. arms sales delays, after a senior U.S. official suggested there was a pause due to the need

Taiwan says it has not been told by US of arms sales delays
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Wall St rises at open, Dow hits record high

Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday with the Dow hitting an intraday record high as investors watched for progress in talks to end the nearly three-month Middle East

Wall St rises at open, Dow hits record high
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Canada March retail sales grow 0.9%; seen up 0.6% in April

Canada's retail sales in March grew by 0.9%, beating expectations, to C$72.67 billion  ($52.64 billion) primarily led by sales at gasoline stations and fuel vendors, as

Canada March retail sales grow 0.9%; seen up 0.6% in April
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Portugal says budget balance 'extremely difficult' after huge storm costs

Portugal will find it extremely difficult to achieve a balanced budget this year after storms in January and February cost the state €2 billion ($2.3 billion), or about 0.6%

Portugal says budget balance 'extremely difficult' after huge storm costs
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Dow hits first intraday record high since February

The Dow Jones Industrial Average hit an intraday record high on Friday, its first since the U.S.-Iran war began, as AI-driven trade and market optimism over negotiations to end the

Dow hits first intraday record high since February
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Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement

Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday stressed Alberta's importance to Canada, a day after the oil-rich province announced a non-binding referendum on whether its residents

Carney stresses importance of Alberta after separation vote announcement
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Trafigura plans to withdraw LME copper stocks ahead of US tariff ruling, sources say

Commodity trader Trafigura plans to take large amounts of copper from London Metal Exchange warehouses in New Orleans, two industry

Trafigura plans to withdraw LME copper stocks ahead of US tariff ruling, sources say
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First Carolina files for IPO as US bank listings heat up

First Carolina Financial Services filed for a U.S. initial public offering on Friday, disclosing a jump in first-quarter profit as a strong run of new listings by U.S. banks extends

First Carolina files for IPO as US bank listings heat up
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Mexico economy shrinks in first quarter, but beats bleakest forecasts

Mexico's economy shrank 0.6% in the first quarter from the previous three-month period, data from the national statistics agency INEGI showed

Mexico economy shrinks in first quarter, but beats bleakest forecasts
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Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, an influential voice in policymaking who until recently had advocated for lower

Fed's Waller's ready to axe 'easing bias,' says rate-cut talk now is 'crazy'
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Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source

A Qatari negotiating team arrived in Tehran on Friday in coordination with United States to try to help secure a deal to end the war with Iran and resolve outstanding issues, a

Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal to end war, says source
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Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale

Taiwan's government says it hasn't been notified of any pause in a planned $14 billion U.S. arms sale to the self-governing island

Taiwan's government says US hasn't notified it of any pause in a planned $14B arms sale
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Abu Dhabi is ‘doubling down’ on tourism despite Iran war

Abu Dhabi is ‘doubling down’ on tourism despite Iran war

Abu Dhabi is ‘doubling down’ on tourism despite Iran war
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Cuba needs a long-term solution to its energy crisis

Short-term humanitarian aid won’t go far in alleviating Cuba’s long-term energy crisis.

Cuba needs a long-term solution to its energy crisis
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Detroit’s high property taxes are driving a housing affordability crisis – how can city leaders bring down costs?

Property tax reform in Detroit could boost homeownership and attract new residents and businesses.

Detroit’s high property taxes are driving a housing affordability crisis – how can city leaders bring down costs?
Economy|Health|Science

Reduced health insurance payments for hospital births had a bigger impact on sterilization rates than correcting an injustice

Changes in how healthcare is managed have had a meaningful effect on what contraceptive options are available to women.

Reduced health insurance payments for hospital births had a bigger impact on sterilization rates than correcting an injustice
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America’s nonprofit sector is pushing back against an ‘authoritarian playbook’

The Trump administration has made many threats against nonprofits whose missions it disagrees with.

America’s nonprofit sector is pushing back against an ‘authoritarian playbook’
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Today’s bans on DIY repairs of everything from cell phones to tractors grew out of Hollywood’s fear of videotaping

Efforts to use technology to police copyright evolved into companies using copyright law to lock people out of repairing their own devices.

Today’s bans on DIY repairs of everything from cell phones to tractors grew out of Hollywood’s fear of videotaping
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Brittle bonds and AI boom face off

Everything the ROI team are reading, watching and listening to over the weekend. From Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Markets & Finance Hello Morning Bid readers! 

Brittle bonds and AI boom face off
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U.S. equity funds record outflows on caution over higher yields

U.S. equity funds recorded a second weekly outflow in nine weeks in the week to May 20 as investors locked in profits from a recent rally on caution over rising inflation and a

U.S. equity funds record outflows on caution over higher yields
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Ankara court rejects Turkish main opposition's appeal against ruling to oust leader, media says

An Ankara court on Friday rejected an appeal by Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) against a ruling to oust its leader, the Cumhuriyet daily and other

Ankara court rejects Turkish main opposition's appeal against ruling to oust leader, media says
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Turkey opposition vows to resist court ruling as political crisis deepens

Turkey's opposition vowed on Friday to resist an unprecedented court ruling that ousted its leader, inflamed a political crisis and

Turkey opposition vows to resist court ruling as political crisis deepens
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China to expand public service access for migrant workers

China issued guidelines on Friday to expand coverage of basic public services to people who don't have household registration in the cities where they work, a move that

China to expand public service access for migrant workers
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From Meta to SpaceX: how dual-class shares keep founders in control

The dual-class share structure outlined in SpaceX's IPO filing, which grants CEO Elon Musk outsized control, has revived one of Wall Street's oldest

From Meta to SpaceX: how dual-class shares keep founders in control
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Global equity fund investors halt eight-week buying streak as bond yields rise

Global equity funds recorded the first weekly outflow in nine weeks in the week through May 20, as investors turned cautious over inflation and a rise in long-term borrowing costs

Global equity fund investors halt eight-week buying streak as bond yields rise
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Level-setting the Warsh Fed, in Warsh's own words

Kevin Warsh has been a sharp critic of the Federal Reserve for the last 15 years, ever since leaving his job there as a governor in 2011.

Level-setting the Warsh Fed, in Warsh's own words
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Republicans revolt over Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Republicans revolt over Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Republicans revolt over Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
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How to AI-proof your job

How to AI-proof your job

How to AI-proof your job
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Minnesota DNR proposes walleye bag limit change

Minnesota DNR proposes walleye bag limit change

Minnesota DNR proposes walleye bag limit change
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Florida residents facing mounting frustration over health insurance companies denying prescription coverage

Florida residents facing mounting frustration over health insurance companies denying prescription coverage

Florida residents facing mounting frustration over health insurance companies denying prescription coverage
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Is it finally a buyer’s market? That depends where you look for a home

Is it finally a buyer’s market? That depends where you look for a home

Is it finally a buyer’s market? That depends where you look for a home
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Workday shares jump as AI demand eases investor concerns

Workday shares jumped 8.5% on Friday after the enterprise software maker beat first-quarter revenue and profit estimates, easing concerns that AI rivals such as Anthropic could

Workday shares jump as AI demand eases investor concerns
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Spain to introduce job-matching plan for migrants granted legal status

Spain will introduce a plan to match migrants to jobs under a programme to grant legal status to around half a million undocumented workers to help drive

Spain to introduce job-matching plan for migrants granted legal status
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StanChart CEO apologises for 'upset caused' by AI comments

Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters apologised for the upset caused to staff by his remarks about artificial intelligence replacing "lower value" human workers, but stopped

StanChart CEO apologises for 'upset caused' by AI comments
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Citi to boost Asia wealth business with 'significant' hires, global head says

Citigroup plans to allocate a significant portion of its global wealth management hiring to Asia, where its private bank is growing faster and generating

Citi to boost Asia wealth business with 'significant' hires, global head says
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Germany's residential construction drops to 13-year low

Residential construction in Germany dropped to a 13-year low in 2025, hurt by higher building costs and interest rates, putting pressure on the government to step up

Germany's residential construction drops to 13-year low
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UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting

There is a "50-50 chance" of a U.S.-Iran peace agreement, the United Arab Emirates' presidential advisor said on Friday, but stressed that

UAE's Gargash sees '50-50' odds of US-Iran deal, warns against renewed fighting
Business|Economy|Science|Technology

Space ETFs booming in anticipation of SpaceX IPO

Space-themed exchange-traded funds are blasting off, with asset managers rushing to issue new products ahead of the much-anticipated IPO

Space ETFs booming in anticipation of SpaceX IPO
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Estée Lauder soars, Puig dips after merger talks collapse

Estée Lauder's shares rose about 13% while Puig fell roughly 14% in early trading on Friday after the Spanish perfumer and the American

Estée Lauder soars, Puig dips after merger talks collapse
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Explosion at MOL's Tiszaujvaros petrochemical plant in Hungary kills one

A pipeline explosion at Hungarian oil and gas group MOL's petrochemical plant in Tiszaujvaros that killed one person and

Explosion at MOL's Tiszaujvaros petrochemical plant in Hungary kills one
Economy|Europe|Political|World

EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say

Europe's economy is in a stagflationary trend due to the surge in energy prices caused by the Iran war, but governments must be

EU in stagflationary trend, must not risk fiscal crisis, ministers say
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India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance

India’s Gen Z have flipped the lowly cockroach into a symbol of defiance
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A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better

New York City's iconic pizzerias and bagel shops may soon be forced to update their long-standing baking practices after state lawmakers moved to ban a common additive

A proposed additive ban could change New York’s pizza and bagels, some say for the better
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Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to 'The Late Show' in ambitious final show

Stephen Colbert has wrapped up his final broadcast of CBS' “The Late Show” with a memorable night

Paul McCartney helps Stephen Colbert say goodbye to 'The Late Show' in ambitious final show
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Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system

Donald Trump has a reputation for slashing his taxes using techniques that some experts find aggressive

Trump immunity from IRS audit shocks experts, who warn it could undermine trust in tax system
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UBS lifts S&P 500 annual forecast on robust consumer spending, AI demand

UBS Global Wealth Management has raised its 2026 year-end forecast for the S&P 500 to 7,900 from 7,500, citing resilient consumer spending and strong demand for data center

UBS lifts S&P 500 annual forecast on robust consumer spending, AI demand
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German Ifo business sentiment unexpectedly rises but outlook stays weak

German business morale unexpectedly improved in May, a survey showed on Friday, but economists warn that the outlook for Europe's biggest economy remains

German Ifo business sentiment unexpectedly rises but outlook stays weak
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ECB will have to respond to inflation increase, EU's Dombrovskis says

European Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said on Friday that it is clear the European Central Bank will need to react to rising inflation.

ECB will have to respond to inflation increase, EU's Dombrovskis says
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Tesla to recall over 14,500 Model Y SUVs in US over missing weight certification label

Tesla is recalling 14,575 Model Y SUVs in the U.S., over a missing certification label with weight specifications, the U.S.

Tesla to recall over 14,500 Model Y SUVs in US over missing weight certification label
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Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?

President Donald Trump made inroads with Latino voters in 2024, earning support that helped propel him to a second term in the White House

Trump won over more Latino voters in 2024. Can he keep them?
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JPMorgan sees Turkey central bank lift interest rates to 40% imminently

Investment bank JPMorgan said on Friday that Turkey's central bank was likely to hike its key interest rate to 40% and could even do so before its next planned meeting in

JPMorgan sees Turkey central bank lift interest rates to 40% imminently
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Pound softens as UK consumers cut spending, public finances worsen

The pound edged lower on Friday as uncertainty over the status of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran prompted investors to buy the dollar and after UK

Pound softens as UK consumers cut spending, public finances worsen
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Samsung workers begin voting on pay deal, some non-chip employees to oppose it

Samsung Electronics' workers in South Korea on Friday began voting on a pay deal that ensures huge bonuses for its memory chip workers, but other employees

Samsung workers begin voting on pay deal, some non-chip employees to oppose it
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When does this end?

World markets remain at the mercy of diplomacy as the Iran war approaches the end of its third month with no clear resolution in sight.

When does this end?
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China foreign minister to chair UN Security Council meeting in US, visit Canada

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi will travel to New York and chair a high-level meeting of the UN Security Council on May 26, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday.

China foreign minister to chair UN Security Council meeting in US, visit Canada
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German consumer sentiment recovers heading into June, survey finds

German consumer sentiment recovered heading into June, as households' income expectations improved, a survey found on Friday.

German consumer sentiment recovers heading into June, survey finds
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UK retail sales drop by most in nearly a year as drivers buy less fuel

British retail sales fell by the most in nearly a year in April as fuel sales plummeted, according to official figures published on Friday that added to

UK retail sales drop by most in nearly a year as drivers buy less fuel
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Barclays keeps $100 Brent oil forecast for 2026 but risks skew higher

Barclays is maintaining its 2026 average Brent crude oil price forecast at $100 a barrel though risks are skewing higher, the bank said in a note on Friday.

Barclays keeps $100 Brent oil forecast for 2026 but risks skew higher
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German economy grows by 0.3% in Q1, driven by exports

The German economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the previous quarter, the statistics office said on Friday, confirming its

German economy grows by 0.3% in Q1, driven by exports
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UK borrowing jumps as Reeves faces up to Iran war challenge

Britain's public finances showed the biggest shortfall since the COVID-19 pandemic in April in what could be an early taste of the budget hit facing

UK borrowing jumps as Reeves faces up to Iran war challenge
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In Spain's greenhouses, migrant amnesty brings hope of better conditions

After seven years living as an undocumented migrant in Spain, doing day jobs and staying in shanty towns, Moroccan Abdelmoujoud Erra

In Spain's greenhouses, migrant amnesty brings hope of better conditions
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High hopes dashed: UK cost-of-living woes snare Starmer

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's failure to allay concerns about the cost of living is driving dissatisfaction with his government among Britons, adding to

High hopes dashed: UK cost-of-living woes snare Starmer
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Nomura pivots away from Fed rate cuts in 2026 as inflation risks linger

Nomura has joined a growing chorus of brokerages expecting the U.S.

Nomura pivots away from Fed rate cuts in 2026 as inflation risks linger
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AMD ramping up Taiwan capacity as global CPU market tightens

Advanced Micro Devices is working with Taiwan partners to ramp up production capacity as stronger-than-expected demand squeezes the global

AMD ramping up Taiwan capacity as global CPU market tightens
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ECB, banks rift hampers Europe's efforts to loosen reliance on US payments giants

Europe's push to curb its dependence on U.S. payments giants Visa and Mastercard has driven a wedge between the European Central Bank

ECB, banks rift hampers Europe's efforts to loosen reliance on US payments giants
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Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap

Since 1990, the population in the Swiss village of Knonau has more than doubled, driven by an economic boom in one of the country's most business

Housing squeeze in Swiss boom region fuels support for population cap
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Lenovo Q4 revenue tops estimates on strong PC sales; shares jump 15%

Lenovo Group reported a better-than-expected 27% jump in quarterly revenue on Friday, as strong consumer demand for PCs ahead of potential

Lenovo Q4 revenue tops estimates on strong PC sales; shares jump 15%
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JPMorgan looks to offload exposure to $4 billion in private equity-linked loans, FT reports

JPMorgan is seeking to offload risk tied to more than $4 billion in loans to private equity funds, Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people familiar with matter.

JPMorgan looks to offload exposure to $4 billion in private equity-linked loans, FT reports
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India central bank not in favour of rate hikes to defend rupee, prioritises inflation, sources say

India's central bank does not see interest rate hikes as the best way to defend the embattled rupee, three sources said, a position at odds

India central bank not in favour of rate hikes to defend rupee, prioritises inflation, sources say
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InPost says FedEx-led $9 billion buyout offer to run from May 26 to July 27

Polish parcel locker company Inpost said on Friday that the €7.8 billion ($9 billion) buyout offer from a consortium made up of FedEx, Advent International and other InPost

InPost says FedEx-led $9 billion buyout offer to run from May 26 to July 27
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APEC trade envoys gather in China to discuss trade imbalances, supply chain resilience

Asia-Pacific trade envoys gathered in China are expected to discuss multilateral cooperation, trade imbalances and supply chain

APEC trade envoys gather in China to discuss trade imbalances, supply chain resilience
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Europe's AI stocks shine through gloom of Iran war

A strong rally in tech stocks has largely gone under the radar against a darkening backdrop for European equity markets as the energy shock triggered by

Europe's AI stocks shine through gloom of Iran war
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Australia fines Coles over milk supply deals; flags Brownes' pricing practices

Australia’s competition watchdog said on Friday that Coles and dairy firm Brownes Foods Operations each paid A$39,600 ($28,270.44) after receiving infringement notices for

Australia fines Coles over milk supply deals; flags Brownes' pricing practices
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New Zealand central bank to hold rates at 2.25% on May 27; slim majority expect Q3 hike: Reuters poll

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is expected to keep its key policy rate unchanged on Wednesday but a slim majority of economists in a Reuters poll now

New Zealand central bank to hold rates at 2.25% on May 27; slim majority expect Q3 hike: Reuters poll
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India's job engine strains as Iran war hits remittances and trade

The war in the Middle East is squeezing two pillars of Indian employment, forcing Gulf-based workers home and crushing demand for the country's

India's job engine strains as Iran war hits remittances and trade
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Hengli, China's silk-to-petrochemicals empire, faces the chill of US sanctions

The Hengli Group, built by a husband and wife duo over three decades from a bankrupt textile mill into a Fortune Global 500 giant

Hengli, China's silk-to-petrochemicals empire, faces the chill of US sanctions
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The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China

Chinese leader Xi Jinping's recent summits with U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin highlighted different dynamics with each country

The differences — and similarities — in the Trump and Putin visits to China
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Puerto Rico governor promises to alleviate power and water shortages

Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González is pledging to boost the amount of electric energy available to power the U.S. territory as chronic outages persist

Puerto Rico governor promises to alleviate power and water shortages