Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery won't harm competition, consumers, DOJ says
The U.S. Justice Department has determined that Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros
SpaceX launches IPO, making Musk the world’s first trillionaire
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story SpaceX launches IPO, making Musk the world’s first trillionaire Elon Musk’s SpaceX made its highly anticipated stock market debut Friday morning, establishing him as the first person to ever be worth $1 trillion. © Matt Rourke, Associated Press The spacecraft and satellite communications company began trading on the...
Paramount takeover of Warner Bros 'won't harm competition or consumers'
A US Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into the proposed Paramount Skydance acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has determined the merger is not likely to harm competition in the industry or be harmful to consumers.
McDonald's is upgrading its burgers
McDonald's, which has been focusing on upgrading its core items to boost sales, is rolling out a series of changes designed to improve its signature burgers.
Move Over, Purple Carrot: My Favorite Vegan Meal Kit Is a Total Surprise
Purple Carrot is known as THE 100% vegan meal kit service, but it's not my favorite. Another company takes the lead.
The Switch 2 Won’t Get Cheaper, So Here’s How to Get More for Your Money Right Now
The "choose your game" bundle effectively puts $30 back in your pocket. Here's how to make it work.
China's economy is off to a solid start, rising 4.5% in Q1 2023
China's economy is off to a solid start in 2023 following its emergence from three years of strict pandemic restrictions.
ECB raises eurozone interest rates as Iran war stokes inflation
European Central Bank increases main deposit rate to 2.25%, with two further rises expected by next springBusiness live – latest updatesThe European Central Bank has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023 in response to higher inflation caused by the war in Iran.The ECB raised its main deposit rate from 2% to 2.25% in a move that financial markets expect to be the first of three rises by next spring. Continue reading...
CEO of Pride Park company found dead with stab wounds
A 55-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder
Man fights for life after Stockton house fire as five arrested in arson investigation
A man remains in a critical condition in hospital after a suspected arson attack in Stockton
Bonus Facebook settlement payments are going out, but people aren't impressed
People's payouts have turned out to be much smaller than the impressive $725 million fund. A lot smaller.