Basic Materials Roundup Market Talk

India’s stock market has an influencer problem

Also in this newsletter: Private capital in space programme and P Venkatesalu’s mantra

Financial Times - 7h

Merck In Talks to Buy Cancer Drugmaker Springworks

After a slow 2024, dealmaking in the U.S. healthcare sector is picking up.

Inc. - 14h

Fox Corp. acquires conservative podcast marketer Red Seat Ventures

The company that specializes in selling conservative and true-crime programming will remain independently operated.

Los Angeles Times - 15h

Markets Play Down the Hit From Trump’s Latest Trade Fight

Global markets are in a wait-and-see mode as President Trump vows to slap steel and aluminum tariffs, among other levies, on trading partners.

The New York Times - 19h

Pitch perfect: Commercial spokespeople talk about their TV fame

Stephanie Courtney (Flo, the Progressive Insurance saleswoman), Dean Winters (Mayhem, of Allstate insurance commercials), and Deanna Colon (the unstoppable dancer in Jardiance diabetes drug ads) ...

CBS News - 1d

KD shrugs off trade talk: 'Part of the business'

Kevin Durant addressed the widespread speculation that the Suns attempted to trade him at the deadline last week, saying "it's just part of the business."

ESPN - 4h

'I'm only asking for basic respect' says trans doctor in NHS changing room row

A tribunal hears Dr Beth Upton denied being a man multiple times in a row over who can use women's changing rooms.

BBC News - 13h

Seven players to watch on NBA buyout market

There are some buyout candidates who could provide depth, including Daniel Theis and Jaden Springer.

Yahoo Sports - 15h

NHL Rumor Roundup: The Blues Could Become Major Sellers At The Trade Deadline

The St. Louis Blues surfaced in trade speculation and rumors near the end of last week. At risk of missing the playoffs again, will they be sellers and trade their captain?

Yahoo Sports - 17h

AI can help fix potholes, but we need to get basics right first

Successful innovation abounds but a centralised approach to roll out tech across local government is required

Financial Times - 23h

Talking points from Six Nations round two

England "find a way" to beat France and Ireland keep their Grand Slam hopes alive - the talking points from round two of the Six Nations.

BBC News - 1d

UK recruiters say toughest conditions in jobs market since Covid

KPMG/REC report points to impact of tax-raising measures in October Budget on employer confidence

Financial Times - 1d

Israeli delegation in Qatar for Gaza ceasefire talks

An Israel delegation arrived in Qatar on Sunday for more Gaza truce talks, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s spokesperson said, as its military withdrew from an important crossing point in the ...

NBC News - 1d

Why the stock market bulls are rooting for the Eagles in the Super Bowl

Subjecting the Super Bowl Predictor to statistical scrutiny.

MarketWatch - 1d

Do you have too much of your money invested in the stock market?

Also: A big warning for Tesla’s shareholders, Roth IRA timing and companies that are likely takeover targets.

MarketWatch - 1d

Here are the 3 things we're watching in the stock market this week

Rekindled inflation concerns and President Donald Trump threatening reciprocal tariffs Friday slammed Wall Street.

CNBC - 1d

The Friendship Bench: Bringing talk therapy into underserved communities

A program begun in Zimbabwe in which grandmothers and older listeners serve as "first responders" for those seeking mental health assistance in underserved communities has now expanded to nine ...

CBS News - 1d

Tory shadow minister downplays talk of Reform pact

Alex Burghart says the Tories are "not going to do a deal with a party who wants to kill us".

BBC News - 1d

Super Bowl 2025: Basic NFL rules explainer for Taylor Swift fans learning football, rooting for Travis Kelce

Here's how to tune in and follow the action

CBS Sports - 1d

Blues: Insider Gives New Brayden Schenn Trade Talks Update

Here's the latest on St. Louis Blues captain Brayden Schenn, and the trade talks surrounding him.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Source: Madrid, Vini Jr. open early extension talks

Real Madrid have approached Vinícius Júnior's agent to start talks about renewing his contract, a source has told ESPN.

ESPN - 2d

These 2 seasonal stock-market patterns could give your portfolio a boost

Investors take notice of the presidential cycle and years ending in ‘5.’

MarketWatch - 2d

Giants 2025 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Will Big Blue take QB at No. 3 or address other needs?

After a disastrous 3-14 season in 2024, the New York Giants have the 2025 NFL Draft's third overall pick. Here's what the experts have them doing.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Germany's free-market FDP to rule out another coalition with Greens

Yahoo News - 2d

Jets 2025 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Experts torn on what New York will do at No. 7

After a disappointing 5-12 season in 2024, the New York Jets have the 2025 NFL Draft's seventh overall pick. Here's what the experts have them doing.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Trudeau reportedly says Trump's talk of annexing Canada is "a real thing"

President Trump has repeatedly suggested Canada would be better off if it agreed to become the 51st U.S. state.

CBS News - 2d

Indonesia begins talks with UK to repatriate rapist Reynhard Sinaga

Talks with UK government at early stage about returning Sinaga, found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men. The UK has begun talks with Indonesia to repatriate a serial rapist convicted of ...

The Guardian - 2d

Church of England scandals stoke fears of mutiny as synod talks loom

Demoralised clergy speak of church in freefall and crisis of trust in run-up to governing body meeting. Mutiny may be in the air when the Church of England’s normally staid ruling body, the General ...

The Guardian - 2d

Trump says he is cutting off Biden's access to intelligence material

Former presidents are traditionally allowed to receive intelligence briefings if they are being consulted about events that occurred while they were in office.

NBC News - 3d

Anduril in talks to raise money at $28 billion valuation as defense-tech booms

Anduril has signed a term sheet to raise up to $2.5 billion at a valuation of $28 billion, according to sources close to the company.

CNBC - 3d

After DeepSeek Upended the Market, Is It Worth Investing in A.I.?

After the arrival of a less costly A.I. model from China, U.S. markets and academics are wrestling with the ultimate economic value of the technology.

The New York Times - 3d