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Business - Financial Times
TPG and Blackstone team up to bid for eyecare group Bausch + Lomb
Deal could be among year’s largest private equity buyouts as contact-lens maker looks to split from indebted parent2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Why This Tiny Island Chain in the Indian Ocean Could Affect Your Website’s Domain Name
Mauritius taking control of the Chagos Islands could have a ripple effect on websites using the .io construction. Here’s how.2 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: NASA's Europa Clipper launches on mission to explore Jupiter's icy moon
The spacecraft will complete nearly 50 flybys of the Jupiter moon of Europa to determine if there are conditions suitable for life.3 days ago -
World - ABC News
Congo cancels an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration
The government of Congo has canceled an auction for 27 sites earmarked for oil exploration, citing late submissions and a lack of competition3 days ago -
Business - CNBC
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer vows to slash regulatory red tape in bid to boost investment
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday vowed to slash regulatory red tape to boost anaemic investment in the country.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Mulberry's Majority Shareholder Rejects Sweetened Bid From Frasers
The British luxury brand’s majority shareholder declined a sweetened offer from Frasers Group to take full ownership for $94.1 million.3 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
When to book your holiday travel and what to expect
As another potential record-breaking holiday season is on the way, you may want to book those flight tickets early. Airfare tracking site Hopper says to expect prices to start climbing as soon as ...3 days ago -
Tech - Wired
SpaceX’s Dramatic Rocket Catch Brings Interplanetary Travel One Step Closer
By proving that its Super Heavy booster can return to Earth and land, SpaceX has moved closer to creating a reusable interplanetary transport system.3 days ago -
Tech - Wired
These Apps Help People With Disabilities Travel Smarter and Safer
For the disability community, technology can be the most valuable travel companion. These apps and services make it easier to get around a new city.3 days ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
'NCIS' franchise learns to time travel with prequel series 'Origins'
The latest spinoff of the long-running CBS procedural is an occasionally awkward introduction to Mark Harmon's Leroy Jethro Gibbs, played here by Austin Stowell.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: China launches large military exercises near Taiwan
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump backs strong dollar, says adviser, and EY delays start dates for recruits3 days ago - China -
Business - Financial Times
ECB challenges Serbian bank’s takeover bid over money laundering concerns
Stakebuilding in Austrian lender Addiko under scrutiny by central bank3 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Scientists Just Discovered Travel Can Actually Slow Aging
Scientists knew travel boosts your career and makes you happier. New research has added ‘slows aging’ to the long list of travel’s benefits.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Uber ate my money, but it won’t listen when I try to complain
You can give up trying to make contact, even when it involves reporting suspected fraud. Uber and Uber Eats debited seven unauthorised payments, totalling more than £100, from my debit card. I ...3 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Waymo, Uber, Lyft Are Biggest Winners From Tesla's Robotaxi Flop
Tesla’s disappointing Robotaxi event highlighted how late the company is to the autonomous-vehicle race, leaving the door wide open for its competitors.5 days ago