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Oil giant BP is seen as a prime takeover target. Is a blockbuster mega-merger in the cards?
Oil giant BP, which holds its annual general meeting on Thursday, has sought to resolve something of an identity crisis by launching a fundamental reset.CNBC - 1d -
Yankees' Boone on rainy night vs. Giants: `Probably the worst conditions we’ve ever experienced'
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, after speaking with bench coach Brad Ausmus, didn’t mince words about what they had just seen New York and the San Francisco Giants endureABC News - 4d -
Palm Oil and Environmental Responsibility
How companies can balance palm oil’s everyday benefits with ecologic issues.Inc. - 1d -
Like defense, Goldman says ESG investors should bring oil and gas stocks in from the cold
Tobacco giants, fossil fuel companies and weapons makers have typically been among those to have been excluded from sustainable portfolios.CNBC - 2d -
The 24 Best Shows on Amazon Prime Right Now (April 2025)
The Wheel of Time, Reacher, and The Bondsman are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.Wired - 4d -
China exports skyrocket over 12% in March as trade war drives businesses to frontload shipments
China has set an ambitious growth target of "around 5%" — a goal seen harder to achieve given the prospects of an escalating trade war and weak domestic consumptionCNBC - 2d -
York Mega Practice returns for third year to showcase local high school football players
The York Mega Practice, meant to showcase local high school football players' talent in front of college coaches, returns for its third year this May.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
End of Term Report Card For The Rangers
Okay, Rangers, because you flunked your final exam at Maven University yesterday, nobody gets an A on the report cards. Here goes:Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Mbappé 'sorry' for rash red card - Madrid coach
Kylian Mbappe was shown a straight red card for a dangerous challenge during the first half of Real Madrid's crucial La Liga clash with Alavés.ESPN - 2d -
30-year-old influencer made $4 million in sales by creating a luxury hair oil brand rooted in Indian traditions
Hair-oiling is an ancient Indian tradition that has recently become a social media trend, with almost half a million TikTok posts under the hashtag #hairoil.CNBC - 2d -
Ecuador’s Noboa re-elected in presidential vote seen as test of his ‘war on drugs’
Noboa placed the armed forces at the centre of his rule, which initially led to a drop in crime but also a surge in reports of rights violations. In an election seen as a referendum on his “war on ...The Guardian - 2d -
At Trial, Mark Zuckerberg Avoids Explaining Takeovers of Instagram and WhatsApp
The Meta chief executive, testifying in a landmark antitrust trial, denied he was trying to snuff out competitors.The New York Times - 19h -
Meta vs. the FTC: The blockbuster antitrust trial kicks off
Meta will face off against the U.S. Federal Trade Commission Monday in an antitrust trial that could result in the company divesting Instagram and WhatsApp.CNBC - 5d -
Rams make blockbuster trade for star player in new mock draft
The Los Angeles Rams could use their No. 26 pick to trade for a veteran star instead of adding a young player in the 2025 NFL Draft.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
‘Like you’re a giant’: Edinburgh artist creates pintsize replicas of city’s pubs
Among Keith Crawley’s detailed tiny models is the Greyfriars Bobby’s Bar that includes statue of the dog. “It’s almost like you’re a giant looking down on something,” says the artist Keith Crawley, ...The Guardian - 2d -
UFC 314 odds, predictions, time, Miami fight card: Volkanovski vs. Lopes picks by proven MMA expert
SportsLine's Daniel Vithlani reveals his picks and best bets for the UFC 314 fight card from the Kaseya Center in Miami on SaturdayCBS Sports - 3d -
Phillies' Bryce Harper reveals gender of his baby with custom bat vs. Giants
Phillies' Bryce Harper revealed the gender of his next child with a custom bat while playing against the San Francisco Giants.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Kylian Mbappe shown red card after horror tackle for Real Madrid: Why he might miss El Clasico because of it
The French striker received a red card at the 38th minute of the first half against AlavesCBS Sports - 2d -
Real Madrid forward issues apology to teammates and Alaves midfielder after red card incident
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe received a red card for a strong tackle on Antonio Blanco during Real Madrid’s 2-1 win against Alaves. While it was a moment of self-reflection for the player, he ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Takeaways: Home run ball haunts Carlos Rodon in Yankees' loss to SF Giants
The Yankees have lost two straight series and three of their last four after dropping Sunday's game to the San Francisco Giants, 5-4.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Carlos Rodón allows pair of costly homers in Yankees' 5-4 loss to Giants
The welcome return of comfortable April weather didn't assist the Yankees on Sunday afternoon, as they fell to the Giants, 5-4, in a rubber game at Yankee Stadium.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
NY Giants mock draft: We make every Big Blue pick as 2025 NFL Draft draws near
Will the NY Giants still take a swing for a QB of the future if they pass on one at No. 3? That could happen. Our latest 7-round projection is hereYahoo Sports - 2d -
Online trading platform Webull soars 375% in second day on market after SPAC merger
Webull, which competes with Robinhood, has racked up 23 million users, including some who signed up after receiving stimulus checks.CNBC - 20h -
France says prisons are targeted with gunfire and arson over new anti-drug crackdown
French officials say several prisons have been targeted in incidents including gunfire and arsonABC News - 23h -
Bronze statue of Joe Mauer unveiled by Minnesota Twins outside Target Field
The Minnesota Twins unveiled a bronze statue of Hall of Fame catcher Joe Mauer at Target Field before Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Mauer spoke as the statue was unveiled outside a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Mainz and Stuttgart to appeal red cards in Bundesliga defeats
The DFB may have a couple of appeals to consider as the coming workweek gets started. Two Bundesliga clubs – Mainz and Stuttgart find themselves dissatisfied with players ejected from proceedings ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Putin’s war chest under threat as oil prices slide
Donald Trump’s tariff war adds pressure to Russian economyFinancial Times - 4d -
North Sea oil deals allow companies to offset billions in tax liabilities
In three recent arrangements, operators with significant tax losses have merged with rivals with profitable assetsFinancial Times - 3d -
UK and G7 allies look at lowering ‘meaningless’ cap on Russian oil exports
Limit of $100 a barrel said to be ineffective with the price of crude having crashed in response to Trump’s trade war. The UK and its G7 allies are considering tightening the “meaningless” cap on ...The Guardian - 2d -
Growth in oil demand expected to slow sharply as a result of US tariffs
International Energy Agency says situation is ‘fluid and substantial risks remain’Financial Times - 1d -
'The Great Moose Migration' inspires mega-fans to follow the Swedish slow TV hit
Swedish slow TV hit “The Great Moose Migration” has become a phenomenonABC News - 1d -
2025 WWE WrestleMania 41 card, date, matches, rumors, start time, match card, location, predictions
WrestleMania takes place in Las Vegas on April 19 and 20CBS Sports - 22h -
Have you seen examples of health care fraud, waste or abuse? Tell us about it.
New York Times reporters are looking into cases of unnecessary and wasteful spending in government health programs.The New York Times - 6d -
China to reduce the number of Hollywood films allowed amid trade war
China's film arm said Thursday it would "moderately reduce the number of American films imported" into the country. The country was once a vital market for U.S. blockbusters.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules
Exclusive: Government is weighing up security concerns against economic benefits of closer ties with Beijing. The government could target parts of China’s security apparatus under new foreign ...The Guardian - 2d -
Jung Hoo Lee homers twice off Carlos Rodón, Giants rally from 3-run deficit to beat Yankees 5-4
Jung Hoo Lee homered in consecutive at-bats off Carlos Rodón for his first career multi-homer game, and the San Francisco Giants rallied from a three-run deficit to beat the New York Yankees 5-4 ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Starmer’s opportunity to ride the Trump rollercoaster
A big question hanging over Britain’s prospects is whether the prime minister can grow on the jobFinancial Times - 4d -
Singapore announces general election on May 3, dissolves parliament
This will be Singapore's 14th general election since independence, and will be Wong's first general election as prime minister.CNBC - 1d -
Thousands of Israeli military reservists call for deal with Hamas
Prime minister’s decision to resume ferocious offensive in Gaza provokes growing backlash from troopsFinancial Times - 1d -
Trump exempts smartphones, computers from most tariffs, a relief for corporate giants
President Trump retreated a bit in his trade war with China on Friday, exempting smartphones, computers and other electronics from the hefty tariffs. The move is a relief for companies like Apple ...CBS News - 3d
