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Vestas to Cut Jobs at U.K. Factory
Vestas Wind Systems could cut hundreds of jobs at its Isle of Wight factory as it plans to repurpose the site to manufacture onshore turbine blades.The Wall Street Journal - 14h -
Kroger-Albertsons Merger Blocked by Court
The ruling hands a victory to Biden antitrust enforcers, who said the $20 billion supermarket merger would erode competition and raise prices for consumers.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
U.K. Bans Puberty Blockers for Teens Indefinitely
A freeze placed this year on their use to treat gender dysphoria will remain in place for youths under 18, except in clinical trials, Britain’s government said.The New York Times - 8h -
Latest news on Malibu's Franklin Fire as dangerous weather conditions persist
Dangerous weather conditions continue to challenge fighters of Malibu's Franklin Fire. The blaze has covered almost 4,000 acres so far. CBS News' Carter Evans reports and CBS News Bay Area ...CBS News - 9h -
Albertsons abandons merger and sues Kroger
Albertsons said Wednesday that it has terminated a $25 billion merger agreement with Kroger and will sue the grocery giant, alleging the company didn’t do enough to get the deal done. Judges in ...The Hill - 13h -
Albertsons abandons merger with Kroger after a judge temporarily blocked the deal
Albertsons called off a $25 billion merger with rival Kroger after a judge temporarily halted the deal. The grocery chain is also suing Kroger for willful breach of contract and breach of the ...CBS News - 14h -
Federal Judge Blocks $25 Billion Kroger-Albertsons Grocery Merger
The ruling, citing a potential loss of competition, was a victory for the Federal Trade Commission. Later, a Washington State judge blocked the deal on similar grounds.The New York Times - 1d -
Judges block Kroger-Albertsons merger. Continuing the courtroom fight could test investors’ patience.
The supermarket chains said they were disappointed with Tuesday’s court rulings, adding that they are reviewing their options.MarketWatch - 1d -
Federal judge temporarily blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the merger of grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons after a three-week hearing. The Federal Trade Commission sued over the $25 billion deal in February, ...CBS News - 1d -
US judge blocks $25bn Kroger-Albertsons grocery merger
Deal challenged by Federal Trade Commission would consolidate two of the country’s biggest supermarket operatorsFinancial Times - 1d -
The London Stock Exchange suffers another loss to the U.S.
The FTSE 100 equipment rental company said moving its primary listing to the U.S. increase it exposure to investors and allow for its inclusion in “premier U.S. equity indices.”MarketWatch - 1d -
‘Merger Monday’ spree signals revival of deals since Trump victory
US companies ink more than $35bn in transactions as election sends jolt of enthusiasm through industryFinancial Times - 2d -
Omnicom and AssuredPartners mergers highlight need for ‘scale’ as dealmakers get busy
A pair of big-money acquisitions by advertising company Omnicom and insurance broker Arthur J. Gallagher tip the scales at a combined $27 billion.MarketWatch - 2d -
Omnicom and Interpublic in merger talks to become largest advertising group
A $30bn-plus deal would come as most of the money in the industry is being siphoned off by big tech companiesFinancial Times - 3d -
Advertising Firms Omnicom and Interpublic Nearing Merger That Would Reshape Industry
A deal would create the world’s largest advertising company, with net revenue of more than $20 billion, topping WPP’s $15.1 billion.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Antonio in stable condition after 'road accident'
West Ham forward Michail Antonio is in a stable condition after being involved in a "road traffic accident" in the Essex area on Saturday.ESPN - 3d -
Three blissful beachside escapes
Feet-in-the-sand stays in Egypt, California and IndonesiaFinancial Times - 3d -
West Ham’s Michail Antonio in stable condition after serious car crash
Premier League club issue update to confirm player conscious after road traffic accident in Essex. West Ham United have asked for privacy for Michail Antonio and his family after confirming that ...The Guardian - 4d -
Gloucester edge Edinburgh in stormy conditions
Gloucester get their European Challenge Cup campaign off to a winning start with a dogged 15-7 victory against Edinburgh.BBC News - 5d -
Two children remain in critical condition after California school shooting
Two children, ages 5 and 6, were in critical condition after being shot by a gunman at the religious elementary school they attended. Officials investigating a motive say the suspect had met ...NBC News - 6d -
Musk’s Neuralink Animal Lab Cited by FDA for ‘Objectionable Conditions’
The Food and Drug Administration faulted a California testing laboratory and urged Neuralink to address the problems it found.Inc. - 6d -
2 kindergarteners in critical condition after gunman targets California Christian school
Authorities believe a gunman may have targeted the California Seventh-day Adventist school where two young boys were critically wounded in a shooting Wednesday because of its church affiliation, ...NBC News - 6d -
Vodafone-Three UK merger set to ring changes on Britain’s mobile landscape
Deal will reduce number of operators in the country from four to threeFinancial Times - 6d -
As U.K. clamps down on North Sea production, Shell and Equinor to merge operations there
With the U.K. government clamping down on production from the North Sea, Shell and Equinor on Thursday said they would merge their oil and gas operations.MarketWatch - 6d -
Vodafone-Three Merger Gets Conditional U.K. Clearance
The Competition and Markets Authority said the deal will likely boost competition in the U.K. mobile sector, but would only proceed if both companies implement certain conditions.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
British regulators approve $19 billion Vodafone-Three mobile merger
British regulators said the tie-up can proceed if both companies sign "binding commitments to invest billions" to roll out a 5G network across the U.K.CNBC - 6d -
Vodafone boss says prices won't rise after Three 'mega-merger'
The deal, which creates the UK's biggest mobile network, has had to overcome competition concerns.BBC News - 6d -
Equinor, Shell to Combine U.K. Assets
The energy majors will create a joint venture they say will be the biggest independent producer in the North Sea to help sustain domestic oil-and-gas production and secure energy supply in the U.K.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
UK regulator approves £16.5bn combination of Vodafone and Three
Merger is expected to create Britain’s largest mobile operatorFinancial Times - 6d -
2 students, 5 and 6, in critical condition after shooting at California school
A gunman opened fire at a Christian grammar school in California on Wednesday, authorities said.ABC News - 6d -
Bond ‘vigilantes’ are targeting France — for different reasons than in the U.S. or U.K.
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s three-month-old government collapses after historic no-confidence vote.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Alex Consani becomes first transgender Model of the Year at U.K. Fashion Awards
American model Alex Consani was presented with the Model of the Year award at the British Fashion Council’s annual Fashion Awards in London.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Syria Fighting Worsens Already Dire Conditions in Idlib and Aleppo
Years of war and a powerful earthquake had led to crushing poverty, displacement and breakdowns in services. But over the last several days, the region’s misery deepened.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Treasure trove of Roman coins found during construction in U.K.
The stash of over 1,300 coins has become known as the Worcestershire Conquest Hoard.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Microsoft Faces $1.3 Billion Antitrust Lawsuit Over Cloud Services in U.K.
Microsoft faces a dispute in the U.K. over how it charges customers who buy cloud software services that rival its own Azure, the latest antitrust challenge to the U.S. tech giant’s approach to ...The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
All Three Asus ROG Ally Models Get Big Discounts At Best Buy For Cyber Monday
Asus ROG Ally $350 (was ...GameSpot - Dec. 2 -
Trump Picks Warren Stephens, Billionaire Investment Banker, for U.K. Ambassador
Warren Stephens, an investment banker, gave $2 million in 2016 to a group aiming to block Donald J. Trump’s political rise. More recently, he backed Asa Hutchinson, Chris Christie, Mike Pence and ...The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Ilona Maher goes from 'Dancing With the Stars' to playing rugby in the U.K.
Ilona Maher, America's biggest rugby star and "Dancing With the Stars" runner-up, has waltzed herself over to the United Kingdom to play for the Bristol Bears.NBC News - Dec. 2
