Royal Mail owner rejects £4.5bn takeover bid from Czech billionaire Křetínský
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Křetínský’s Royal Mail deal is far from in the bag
Were overdue reforms to take place, then the Czech tycoon’s offer looks lowFinancial Times - Business -
Company insolvencies jump; Royal Mail takeover would face security review; energy cap to fall in July – business live
Tesla’s chair discusses upcoming shareholder votes on relocating to Texas and Elon Musk’s $56bn pay deal. Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty rise up rich list as fortune increases by £120mBritish asylum housing tycoon breaks into Sunday Times rich ...The Guardian - World -
Insurer warns owners of ‘Saltburn effect’ from using stately homes for filming
Owners of historic buildings used in likes of Bridgerton warned of potential damage to possessions and reputations. When the owner of Drayton House in Northamptonshire was approached to allow his 127-room mansion to be the location of a film ...The Guardian - World -
Pitcher perfect: These 3 teams have no problem with arms
Also, Shohei Ohtani hit his first walk-off as a Dodger, and Kody Clemens' bat came through for the Phillies.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
‘It is D-Day’: Peter V’Landys prepared to walk away from PNG NRL expansion bid
Rugby league bosses meeting with federal government in BrisbanePapua New Guinea aiming to become 18th men’s clubAustralian Rugby League Commission chair Peter V’Landys said he is prepared to abandon the prospect of a NRL team from Papua New Guinea ...The Guardian - World -
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Keywords Studios’ stock surges as videogame company mulls improved £2 billion bid from EQT
The Swedish private -quity giant is considering acquiring Keywords Studios for 2,550 pence per share, in what would mark a 73% premium on its closing price Friday.MarketWatch - Business -
Children plot Chelsea Flower Show takeover
This year's event includes junior judges and a "no adults allowed" garden designed by children.BBC News - Top stories -
UK postal workers’ union issues strike warning to Křetínský
Threat of industrial action made if Czech businessman fails to meet demands over takeover bid for Royal MailFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
The Papers: Hunt's Labour warning and new Royal images
A range of stories on Friday's papers including warnings from Jeremy Hunt about Labour's policies.BBC News - Top stories -
White House Considers Easing Sanctions on Israeli Billionaire
A deal to allow the Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler to cash out his mining positions in the Democratic Republic of Congo has enraged human rights activists and some government officials.The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
A Global Tax on Billionaires? Janet Yellen Says 'No'
The Treasury secretary came out against the proposed global levy, which proponents say would stop the rich from shifting wealth into countries where they can avoid paying the tax.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Global investors wake up to cheap UK stocks as takeover activity rises
Jupiter Asset Management boss says London-listed shares are ‘cheapest they have been in 50 years’Financial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Keywords Shares Have Best Ever Day as EQT Talks Confirmed
Keywords Studios stock soared after the videogame services company said it was in talks with EQT over a potential $2.6 billion takeover, which would make it the latest in a series of companies to leave the London Exchange if the deal goes ahead.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Navigating Sales Slumps: Proactive Strategies for Business Owners
The first step in addressing a sales slump is recognizing it early.Inc. - Business -
Billionaire McCourt Seeks to Buy TikTok For 'The People.' Could that Ever Work?
Former L.A. Dodgers owner Frank McCourt is pulling together a deal to buy the controversial social media app. He says it's the "people's bid," and it won't include the app's all-important algorithm.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleABC News - Entertainment -
An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleABC News - Top stories -
Billionaire investor sees 1 in 3 chance of civil war
Ray Dalio, the billionaire investor and founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates, said he sees a growing likelihood that the United States will plunge into a civil war. In an interview with Financial Times, Dalio, 74, detailed his research in ...The Hill - Politics -
An annual rich list says Paul McCartney is Britain's first billionaire musician
Paul McCartney is a billionaire BeatleABC News - World -
Paul McCartney is Britain's 1st billionaire musician, according to annual rich list
Paul McCartney is a billionaire Beatle.The Hill - Politics -
Billionaires and banter wars: modern football’s script is stuck on repeat | Barney Ronay
Unusual storylines are growing ever rarer due to the influence of the super-rich and nation states in our national game. Admit it, when Erik ten Hag walked out holding a microphone after Manchester United’s final home game on Wednesday night you ...The Guardian - World -
Why tech billionaires are trying to create a new California city
A group of Silicon Valley investors is behind the purchase of some 60,000 acres of farmland, as part of an ambitious plan to build a brand-new walkable city in the nation's most car-centric state. But will voters approve?CBS News - Top stories - California -
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to CFPB Funding
A decision against the agency, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, could have cast doubt on all of its regulations and enforcement actions.The New York Times - Top stories -
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Biden to visit Georgia in bid to court Black voters
President Biden is hitting the campaign trail in Georgia this weekend and focusing his energy on outreach to Black voters. The president will speak with voters Sunday before delivering a commencement address at Morehouse College. CBS News ...CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Ofcom rejects OnlyFans complaint about BBC report
A complaint about a report which highlighted claims that illegal images had originated on OnlyFans has been dismissed.BBC News - Top stories -
Carlyle seeks to buy Christmas in Japan with KFC bid
Private equity group’s move to take over Japanese operations of fried chicken chain is a tender offerFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Biden rejects allegations of genocide against Israel in Gaza
President Biden said what is happening in Gaza is not genocide and reiterated his support for Israel as he hosted a White House celebration for Jewish American Heritage month Monday. Biden addressed dozens of guests gathered in the Rose Garden, ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Republican lawmakers blast ICC over Netanyahu warrant
Some progressives in Congress applauded the court’s announcement it was seeking an arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.Politico - Politics - Israel -
Cartier Owner Richemont Names Van Cleef & Arpels Head as New CEO
Richemont said Nicolas Bos will replace Jerome Lambert as its CEO, tapping a company veteran who most recently led its French jewelry brand Van Cleef & Arpels as the luxury industry navigates a slowdown in spending.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Wife, daughter of Chiefs owner back Harrison Butker amid controversy
Tavia and Gracie Hunt, the wife and daughter of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, backed Harrison Butker, the team’s kicker, after a commencement speech he delivered about women and family roles drew controversy. In an address last Saturday at ...The Hill - Politics - NFL -
Cartier Owner Richemont Names Van Cleef & Arpels Head as New CEO
Richemont said Nicolas Bos will replace Jerome Lambert as its CEO, tapping a company veteran who most recently led its French jewelry brand Van Cleef & Arpels as the luxury industry navigates a slowdown in spending.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Trump accepts NRA endorsement, urges gun owners to turn out to vote
The National Rifle Association is supporting former President Donald Trump, an expected endorsement as the Republican nominee urged gun owners to vote in 2024.NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Trump accepts NRA endorsement, urges gun owners to vote
Former President Trump spoke at a National Rifle Association rally, accepting an endorsement from the organization. Trump repeated his claim that gun owners are losing their rights and compared it to his current legal troubles. NBC’s Priscilla ...NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
New Hampshire day care owner charged with secretly sprinkling melatonin on kids' food
A day care owner and three of her employees in New Hampshire turned themselves in to authorities after being accused of sprinkling melatonin on children’s food, Manchester police said.NBC News - Top stories -
US Supreme Court rejects challenge to top consumer finance agency
Case had questioned the constitutionality of financing for the Consumer Financial Protection BureauFinancial Times - Business -
Democrats cheer after Supreme Court rejects challenge to consumer bureau
Democrats and financial industry critics celebrated Wednesday after the Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) funding structure. “The United States Supreme Court follow the law, and the CFPB is ...The Hill - Politics -