TPG nears deal to buy German metering company for up to €7bn
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World - ABC News
Harvesting hops for beer produces a lot of waste. These German groups are seeking to fix that
A startup called HopfON — a play on Hopfen, the German word for hops — and a research society in Bavaria are seeking to solve the problem of waste created during the hops harvest in Germany11 minutes ago -
Business - CNBC
East Coast port strike: ILA union rejects wage hike offer near 50% as shutdown at midnight nears
A port strike on the East and Gulf coasts among ILA union workers is still set for Tuesday, as a wage hike offer near 50% from port ownership was rejected.2 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Israel poised to launch ground operation in Lebanon, US officials believe
Planned incursion said to be limited with the aim of clearing Hizbollah infrastructure3 hours ago - Israel -
Business - Financial Times
TPG bets on discounted streaming competitor with DirecTV deal
Private equity group sees satellite service as a low-cost rival to Alphabet, Netflix and Apple5 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
US group plans one of Europe’s biggest deals between buyout firms
TPG is nearing a deal to buy German metering company Techem for up to €7bn6 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
AT&T exits pay-TV and frees DirecTV to combine with rival Dish
DirecTV promptly announces deal to acquire EchoStar’s video business that includes Dish TV and Sling TV, cementing a combination the two have sought for decades.7 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
DirecTV Strikes Deal to Acquire Dish Network
The deal, which is subject to regulatory approval, would create one of the largest pay-TV distributors in the U.S. The companies were blocked in an attempt to merge in 2002.8 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Second oil company CEO conspired with OPEC to keep prices high, FTC charges
Federal regulators are alleging a major oil company CEO conspired with foreign governments to keep oil and gas prices high. On Monday, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a complaint against ...8 hours ago -
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Tech - Wired
The Best Kindle to Buy in 2024
Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up—and which one might be right for you.12 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Week 5 Fantasy Football Worry-O-Meter: Is it time to panic on Travis Etienne and Rachaad White?
These top draft picks are struggling but is it time to deal them now?12 hours ago -
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Top stories - CBS News
Georgia chemical plant fire forces thousands of evacuations near Atlanta
Thousands of people were evacuated Sunday when a chemical plant fire sent a large, hazardous plume of smoke into the air about 30 miles east of Atlanta. It's unclear when residents can return home.12 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
German inflation drops to 1.8% in September, below expectations
The harmonized German consumer price index eased to 1.8% in September, more than expected, preliminary data from the country's statistics office showed Monday.13 hours ago - Germany -
Business - Financial Times
German inflation drops below 2% for first time since early 2021
Softer price pressure and weak economic activity increase chances of ECB rate cut in October13 hours ago - Germany -
Top stories - CBS News
Israel expands strikes on Iran proxies, building up military presence near Lebanon border
Israel has increased its strikes on Iranian proxies following a weekend strike that killed Hezbollah's leader, Hassan Nasrallah. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more on the ...13 hours ago - Iran -
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Tech - ABC News
DirecTV will buy rival Dish to create massive pay-TV company after yearslong pursuit
DirecTV will buy rival Dish to create massive pay-TV company after yearslong pursuit14 hours ago -
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Entertainment - ABC News
DirecTV will buy rival Dish to create massive pay-TV company after yearslong pursuit
DirecTV will buy rival Dish to create massive pay-TV company after yearslong pursuit14 hours ago -
Tech - ABC News
AT&T exits entertainment industry with a $7.6 billion sale of its majority stake in DirecTV to private equity firm TPG
AT&T exits entertainment industry with a $7.6 billion sale of its majority stake in DirecTV to private equity firm TPG15 hours ago -
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Drug cartel surveillance cameras found on palm trees near border
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.16 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Why today could be a good day to take meter readings before prices rise
Typical gas and electricity prices are rising by 10% in England, Scotland and Wales on 1 October.16 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
House price growth at near two-year high
Prices in September were up 3.2% from a year ago, with terraced homes driving the rise, says Nationwide.16 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
This Company Is Out to Shift How 98 Million American Adults Eat. Big Food Wants In
San Francisco-based January AI has a bold vision for improving the country's health standards -- and it starts with what's in your fridge.16 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Helene death toll climbs, nearing hundred; millions still without power
Days after Hurricane Helene made landfall, devastating flooding, road closures and power outages remain in hard-hit areas.20 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
EU joint gas-buying effort fails to ignite market
Tool to harness bloc’s buying power led to contracts for just 2% of potential demand, say people with access to data22 hours ago - European Union -
Top stories - NBC News
Chemical plant fire forces evacuations near Atlanta
A huge fire at a chemical plant near Atlanta tonight has forced people out of their homes. NBC News' Dana Griffin reports.Yesterday -
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‘Not near enough’ response from officials after Hurricane Helene, resident says
Asheville resident Alyssa Wilson expressed frustration over the lack of quick response after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina. The devastating storm made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region as ...Yesterday -
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Top stories - The New York Times
Francis Ford Coppola’s $140-Million ‘Megalopolis’ Plays to Near-Empty Theaters
Francis Ford Coppola spent roughly $140 million on the film, which debuted to an estimated $4 million in weekend ticket sales.Yesterday -
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Politics - The Hill
Lula calls Israel 'genocidal' but wants to buy its modern army weapons
Brazil's President Lula has compared the conflict in Gaza to Hitler's genocide, but has still decided to purchase 36 self-propelled trucks from an Israeli firm for $200 million, despite his harsh ...Yesterday - Israel -
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Pets are traveling more, and companies are giving owners a longer leash
Travelers have been crowding into airports in record numbers this year — including on four legs and leashes.Yesterday