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Black hole mergers put limits on star-destroying supernovae
Many of the early exoplanet discoveries were exciting on their own, confirming that there really were strange new worlds out in the Universe. But over time, our focus has shifted more toward numbers, as we began using the frequency of objects like…
Franklin Templeton launches crypto division with 250 Digital acquisition
Wall Street asset management giant Franklin Templeton is launching a dedicated cryptocurrency division as it deepens its push into digital assets, anchored by a planned acquisition of crypto investment firm 250 Digital. The new unit, called…
4 Hong Kong schools to close as 9 seek mergers over insufficient enrolment
Four of 15 Hong Kong public primary schools at risk of closure due to insufficient enrolment plan to shut down, while nine are seeking to merge with other institutions, the Education Bureau has said. One intended to run Primary One classes…
Israel halts defense acquisitions from France
Israel is stopping the acquisition of defense-related goods and services from France, the Israeli Defense Ministry said Tuesday. “The Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense. Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram has decided to reduce all…
Crypto asset manager CoinShares to begin trading on Nasdaq through SPAC merger
Crypto investment firm CoinShares will begin trading on Nasdaq Wednesday through a SPAC merger with Vine Hill Capital. The deal closed late Tuesday, CNBC has learned. 'We want to be a much bigger company, and we need to grow so our success will be…
I tried on the new M&S 90s collection - here's what to buy
SHOP: As a fashion editor over 40, I'm obsessed by these quality, flattering new-in clothes at M&S READ MORE: I'm a royal fashion expert and I know Kate Middleton will love M&S' new spring/summer range - here's everything in my basket Daily Mail…
GFL Environmental Announces Densification of Southern US Footprint with the Acquisition of Frontier Waste Solutions and Provides an update on year-to-date M&A activity
MIAMI BEACH, FL, April 1, 2026 /CNW/ - GFL Environmental Inc. (NYSE: GFL) (TSX: GFL) ('GFL' or the 'Company') today announced the closing of the acquisition of Frontier Waste Solutions ('Frontier'), a vertically integrated network of solid waste…
JCDecaux expands its street furniture offering in Tokyo through the acquisition of VISTA COMMUNICATIONS Inc.
JCDecaux expands its street furniture offering in Tokyo through the acquisition of VISTA COMMUNICATIONS Inc. Paris, April 1, 2026 – JCDecaux SE (Euronext Paris: DEC), the number one outdoor advertising company worldwide, announces that it…
McCormick And Unilever Foods: Not A Happy Merger Yet (NYSE:MKC)
McCormick is merging with Unilever's Foods business to create a $20 billion global flavors and foods giant, with McCormick as the surviving entity. The deal values Unilever's business at $44.8 billion and McCormick at $21 billion, with Unilever…
Opinion: Epstein files exposed the inner workings of the largest financial firms
The headlines prompted by the Justice Department's release of the Epstein files have focused primarily on who was named and what their inclusion suggests. Look beyond the shock value, and you'll find insights that are especially valuable for those…
Chart Of The Day: Deal Volume Jumps In Q1 (But Will It Persist?)
Volatility is through the roof, and stocks just suffered the worst quarter in almost four years. Yet, global deal volume is surging given a full pipeline of mergers and acquisitions. The MoneyShow Chart of the Day shows total deal volume by quarter…
Coca-Cola HBC: Large Africa Acquisition Will Boost Profit (OTCMKTS:CCHBF)
Coca-Cola HBC (CCHBF) remains a strategic partner of KO, delivering robust 2025 results with 8% revenue and 10% operating profit growth. CCH's strong free cash flow is tempered by aggressive capex focused on expansion, notably outpacing…
M's SS J.P. Crawford begins rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma
SEATTLE -- Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford, who began the season on the 10-day injured list with a right shoulder injury, will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Tacoma, the club announced on Tuesday. Mariners manager Dan Wilson…
Nexstar and Tegna Claim They Can't Fully Comply With Court Order Halting Merger Because Certain Actions 'Cannot Be Undone'
A federal judge ordered a halt to Nexstar Media ‘s $6.2 billion merger with local TV station group rival Tegna pending the court's review of whether the tie-up violates antitrust laws. But Nexstar and Tegna say they can't fully comply with…
Must Read: Kering and L'Oréal Finalize Acquisition, Fenty Beauty Partners with WhatsApp
Photo: Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday. L'Oréal has completed its acquisition of Kering Beauté, with the transaction valued at €4 billion (approximately $4.6 billion)…
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