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KKR in talks to score with £2.4bn deal for Six Nations Rugby investor
KKR, the American asset management behemoth, is in detailed talks about a multibillion pound deal to take a stake in the sports investment vehicle which owns st...
Mexican president says her country has paused oil shipments to Cuba
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the pause was part of general fluctuations in oil supplies and that it was a "sovereign decision" not made under pressu...
Ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter joins those calling for boycott of World Cup in U.S.
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter is backing a proposed fan boycott of World Cup matches in the United States because of the conduct of President Trump and his...
A crackdown on immigration is leading to a sharp drop in U.S. population growth
A sharp drop in net immigration has led to a slowdown in U.S. population growth. The Census Bureau says the population grew only about half as fast in the year...
How did Tucker Carlson become one of the far right's most influential voices?
Writer Jason Zengerle says Carlson had the foresight to see Trump's potential in 2015. Now he's someone the president "definitely listens to." Zengerle's new bo...
India and the EU clinch the 'mother of all deals' in a historic trade agreement
India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement, at a time when Washington targets them both with steep import tariffs, pushing major economies...
After rocky start, Bari Weiss to cut staff, add commentators at CBS News
CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss came in with a mandate to reshape coverage. She is set to announce plans for newsroom cuts and the hiring of many new commen...
In China, AI is no longer optional for some kids. It's part of the curriculum
While debate rages in the U.S. about the merits and risks of AI in schools, it's become a state-mandated part of the curriculum in China, as the authorities try...
Trump to hold de facto midterm kickoff in Iowa focused on the economy, energy prices
President Trump's rally in Iowa on Tuesday brings his message to a state disproportionately affected by his economic policies and whose voters could help determ...
Treasury cancels Booz Allen contracts over leaks about wealthy taxpayers
A Booz Allen contractor had leaked confidential tax information that showed how wealthy people like Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos manage to minimize th...
Claire's collapse into administration renews high street fears
The British operations of Claire's, the accessories retailer, have collapsed into administration just four months after their last brush with insolvency, puttin...
Tech rental subscription service Raylo clicks on £30m fundraising
A consumer tech rental service which has struck partnerships with Apple, Dyson and Sony's PlayStation brand has landed £30m in new financial backing and an alli...