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Thames Water picks private equity firm as preferred buyer
The troubled water utility firm says KKR could complete the deal in the second half of this year.BBC News - 12h -
Why JPMorgan, BlackRock want to 'privatize' more of your stock and bond money in volatile market
From private credit to lower-volatility equity income strategies, big money firms are bringing more high-net-worth strategies to the masses.CNBC - 1d -
World markets and US dollar suffer worst monthly losses since 2022 as Trump tariffs fuel recession fears – business live
Shares slide after President Donald Trump says new reciprocal tariffs expected this week will include all nations, and Goldman Sachs say US recession more likely. Wall Street shrinks in response ...The Guardian - 10h -
A Quarter-Billion Dollars for Defamation: Inside Greenpeace’s Huge Loss
A pipeline company’s lawsuit against the environmental group could chill free speech, experts said. First Amendment issues are likely to figure prominently in an appeal.The New York Times - 6h -
Trump administration cuts tens of millions of dollars from Planned Parenthood – live
HHS reportedly gives organization 10 days to prove that they’ll comply with orders that ban DEI and other initiatives. Immigration remains a strength for Donald Trump, but his handling of tariffs ...The Guardian - 31m -
Should you buy a new car before auto tariffs take effect?
Tariffs are expected to hike prices by thousands of dollars per vehicle.ABC News - 1d -
Americanswers…on 5 Live! Could Trump run for a third term?
And why is Elon Musk handing out $1 million dollar cheques to voters?BBC News - 6h -
Wall Street banks got meager payout from CoreWeave IPO
After waiting over three years for a billion-dollar-plus IPO from a U.S. tech company, Wall Street's top banks only got a 2.8% fee.CNBC - 1h -
Gaia to Shut Down After More Than a Decade of Mapping the Milky Way
After more than a decade of mapping the stars, the European spacecraft was shut down on Thursday. But its legacy lives on.The New York Times - 4d -
Singapore’s Temasek snaps up stake in Indian snack maker Haldiram’s
Bet on middle-class shoppers said to be largest private equity consumer deal in IndiaFinancial Times - 16h -
Thames Water selects KKR as preferred bidder
Private equity interest comes as UK’s largest water utility fights to avoid renationalisationFinancial Times - 16h -
Trump Family Starts Bitcoin Mining Venture in Further Push Into Crypto
Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. are investing in a Bitcoin-mining company called American Bitcoin, created by the merger of two firms.The New York Times - 5h -
Selena's family says decision to deny her killer parole 'reaffirms that justice continues to stand'
Selena's family says 'justice continues to stand' for the Tejano superstar after her killer, Yolanda Saldívar, is denied parole. 'Today, we are grateful.'Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Milan to sell star players if they miss out on Champions League
Milan are the club that have flown the Serie A flag the highest in the Champions League, having won the competition 7 times. Although the last couple of decades haven’t been the most successful, ...Yahoo Sports - 15h -
Blackstone Considers Small Investment in TikTok
The private equity giant is considering investing as the video app works to follow a law that requires it to separate from its Chinese owner, ByteDance, by next week.The New York Times - 2d -
UK tech scheme includes AI tool to mark homework as ministers weigh selling data
Public records my be monetised as part of National Data Library within a decade, says science secretary Peter KyleFinancial Times - 1d -
A remote Australian town seeks a doctor, offering a $400,000 salary and free rent
A remote Australian town that will soon lose its only doctor is offering a salary package of up to $680,000 Australian dollars, plus free rent and a car, to attract a new candidateABC News - 3d -
Clean energy spending boosts GOP districts. But lawmakers are keeping quiet as Trump targets incentives
We asked 18 Republicans whose districts benefit most from Biden’s IRA climate law if they back Trump’s demands. Billions of dollars in clean energy spending and jobs have overwhelmingly flowed to ...The Guardian - 12h -
A Special Election That Was Supposed to Be a Snoozer Is Suddenly Buzzing
A House race in a deep-red Florida district is seeing millions of dollars in spending ahead of Tuesday’s election. Even in a loss, Democrats hope it will signal much-needed momentum.The New York Times - 9h -
Celsius shares rally after Truist says energy drink maker can ‘corner’ women’s market
The firm upgraded shares to buy from hold.CNBC - 3h -
Council embarks on spring Christmas tree planting
The council says 12 trees have been permanently planted across the borough this week.BBC News - 1d -
What are today's home equity loan and HELOC interest rates?
If you're a homeowner looking for lower-cost borrowing options, you may consider a home equity loan or HELOC today.CBS News - 10h -
‘A tree zoo’: endangered conifers a living legacy of Kent pinetum’s centenary
Bedgebury national pinetum has become a vital ark for rare evergreen trees, which are often unfairly maligned. With the exception of Christmas trees, conifers are not widely cherished. People tend ...The Guardian - 2d -
White House to remove magnolia tree dating to Andrew Jackson
The White House will remove from its property a magnolia tree planted nearly 200 years ago with seeds said to have been brought from former President Jackson’s home in Tennessee. President Trump ...The Hill - 1d -
Syria swears in new transitional government 4 months after Assad's removal
Syria’s new transitional government has been sworn in nearly four months after the Assad family was removed from power and as the new authorities in Damascus work to bring back stability to the ...ABC News - 2d -
Peter Vermes is out as Sporting Kansas City manager after 16 years
Longtime manager Peter Vermes is out at Sporting Kansas City. The MLS club announced Monday that it “mutually agreed to part ways” with Vermes after nearly two decades and with Sporting KC chasing ...Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Hulk Hogan's daughter Brooke and ex-wife Linda trade barbs after Linda sobs through a charged video
After Hulk Hogan's first wife, Linda Hogan, posts a weepy video about how messed-up her family is, estranged daughter Brooke Hogan says she was raised with abuse.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Eight Watch Brands Now Sell $1 Billion a Year
There now are eight brands selling more than $1 billion each year. Experts say it means big brands are getting bigger and their products are getting pricier.The New York Times - 14h -
OpenAI closes $40 billion funding round, largest private tech deal on record
OpenAI on Monday announced the close of its $40 billion financing, the most money raised in a single round by a private tech company.CNBC - 1h -
Orbital Rocket Crashes After First Launch From Continental Europe
The rocket, developed by Isar Aerospace, lifted off from Norway’s Andøya Space Center and crashed about 30 seconds later. The test flight was part of efforts to make Europe a center for private ...The New York Times - 1d -
Law Firm Skadden Arps Seeks Deal to Avert Trump Executive Order
The discussions come as President Trump has taken aim at WilmerHale, another big law firm. Other major firms are said to be trying to cut deals with the White House.The New York Times - 3d -
More journalists detained by Turkey after covering anti-government protests
Two journalists have been detained in dawn raids in Istanbul as part of a crackdown on media coverage of the largest protests in Turkey for more than a decadeABC News - 3d -
Sinema joins law firm as senior adviser
Former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema has joined Hogan Lovells' global regulatory and intellectual property team as a senior adviser. The firm highlighted her experience in AI, technology, digital assets, ...The Hill - 4h -
Private aerospace startup completes 1st test flight of its orbital launch vehicle
A private European aerospace startup says it has successfully completed the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicle from NorwayABC News - 1d -
In closing remarks, prosecutor says Frank founder lied to JPMorgan Chase to secure $175 million deal
A prosecutor says a Florida woman engaged in a “brazen fraud” by selling her student aid startup to JPMorgan Chase & Co. for $175 million after dramatically exaggerating its customer baseABC News - 5d -
Navarro says Trump’s tariffs will raise $6 trillion over a decade
Peter Navarro, a senior trade adviser to President Trump, said the president’s tariff plan will raise more than $6 trillion in federal revenue over the next decade. Navarro joined “Fox News ...The Hill - 10h -
Judges temporarily block Trump orders targeting prominent law firms
Federal judges in D.C. on Friday partially blocked two executive orders signed by President Donald Trump targeting the Jenner and Block and WilmerHale law firmsABC News - 2d -
IU men's basketball athletic trainer with lawsuit pending won't be retained after 44 years
For more than four decades, Tim Garl served on the Indiana basketball training staff. But his time came to an end Monday. Here's what we know.Yahoo Sports - 9h -
The revelation that made Sheryl Lee Ralph cry on ‘Finding Your Roots’
“Abbott Elementary” actor Sheryl Lee Ralph had an emotional reaction after learning her family history in the April 1 episode of “Finding Your Roots."NBC News - 5h -
Gunmen break into former Seahawks player Richard Sherman's home with family inside
Armed gunmen broke into former Seahawks player Richard Sherman's home with his family inside, according to video he shared on social media.ABC News - 3h