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Deadly Floods in Nepal Leave Hundreds Dead and Thousands Missing
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Deadly Floods in Nepal Leave Hundreds Dead and Thousands Missing

Severe flooding across Nepal has killed at least 800 people and left thousands still missing, forcing authorities to resort to mass burials. International aid organizations and neighboring governments are now coordinating rescue efforts and delivering emergency supplies to affected regions.

Columbia House Removes Notice of Closure
Businesscbc16d ago

Columbia House Removes Notice of Closure

Columbia House, known for its '12 CDs for a penny' mail-order memberships, had announced its closure after 71 years, but has since removed the notice from its website, prompting inquiries.

Businessmorningstarinvesting-com18d ago2 sources

Brokerage Firms Upgrade Ratings for Several Companies

Brokerage firms have upgraded ratings for multiple companies, with Cavendish raising Plus500 to 'buy' and HSBC upgrading YPF stock to 'Buy'. Deutsche Bank also upgraded PennyMac Mortgage stock rating.

Spain Defeats France in World Cup Semifinal, Advances to Final
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Spain Defeats France in World Cup Semifinal, Advances to Final

Spain secured a 2-0 victory over France in the FIFA World Cup semifinal, with goals from Rodri and Ruiz, earning their spot in the final. The defeat led to riots in France and questions from coach Didier Deschamps regarding the referee's decisions.

US Justice Department Defends Dropping Adani Criminal Charges
Politicsbloomberghindustan-timesn1-bih+2ndtvinquirer2mo ago5 sources

US Justice Department Defends Dropping Adani Criminal Charges

The U.S. Department of Justice has defended its decision to drop criminal charges in the Adani case, stating that the case should never have been brought and that courts cannot second-guess prosecutors. The department emphasized that not a single penny was lost in the case.

Los Angeles Schools Superintendent Resigns Amid FBI Probe
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Los Angeles Schools Superintendent Resigns Amid FBI Probe

Los Angeles schools superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigned from his position months after an FBI probe. This development comes as a fire in Boyle Heights continues to burn, raising health concerns across Southern California.

Actor Tim Curry Dies at 80 Following Iconic Rocky Horror Role
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Actor Tim Curry Dies at 80 Following Iconic Rocky Horror Role

British actor Tim Curry, best known for his iconic performance in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, has died at the age of 80. Colleagues, including Susan Sarandon and the Muppets franchise, have led widespread tributes celebrating his decades-long career across film, television, and stage.

English Mayors to Gain Powers to Overrule Local Planning Decisions
PoliticsBBC12d ago

English Mayors to Gain Powers to Overrule Local Planning Decisions

English mayors, including Andy Burnham, are set to receive new powers allowing them to intervene and overrule local councils on significant planning decisions. Housing minister Matthew Pennycook stated this change is "essential" for helping mayors "effectively deliver new homes", aiming to centralize certain planning authorities at the mayoral level.

Penny Phaseout Impacts Retailers and Compliance
Businessforbes27d ago

Penny Phaseout Impacts Retailers and Compliance

The cessation of penny production in the U.S. is creating challenges for retailers who lack clear rounding guidance, raising questions about compliance, costs, and pricing at checkout under the Common Cents Act.

Irish Infrastructure Chief Criticizes 'Pennywise and Billions Foolish' State Approach, Calls for Rollback of Environmental Legislation
Politicsirish-times2mo ago

Irish Infrastructure Chief Criticizes 'Pennywise and Billions Foolish' State Approach, Calls for Rollback of Environmental Legislation

Sean O’Driscoll, Ireland's infrastructure chief, has criticized the State's historic approach to large projects as 'pennywise and billions foolish,' arguing that climate legislation, while well-intentioned, has empowered objectors. He further called for action to roll back 'gold-plated' environmental legislation, suggesting laws exempting key projects from national climate goals should be followed by moves to curtail environmental screening.

Brazil and Germany Advance in World Cup Round of 32
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Brazil and Germany Advance in World Cup Round of 32

Brazil and Germany secured their places in the World Cup 2026 last 16 after winning their respective Round of 32 matches against Japan and Paraguay. Other teams like the Netherlands and Morocco also competed in the knockout stage.

Nurse Struck Off for Misinformation on COVID Vaccine
PoliticsThe Independent2mo ago

Nurse Struck Off for Misinformation on COVID Vaccine

A nurse, Penny Ann Senner, has been struck off the register by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) misconduct panel. The ruling came after she told a cancer patient that the COVID vaccine had caused their illness while employed at Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust.

Controversies and Match Previews Mark Early Stages of 2026 FIFA World Cup
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Controversies and Match Previews Mark Early Stages of 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway, featuring various controversies including team complaints about UEFA remarks and travel issues, alongside previews and live stream information for upcoming matches like Sweden vs. Tunisia and Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador.

Jakarta Treaty 2026 to Define Future Indonesia-Australia Relations
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Jakarta Treaty 2026 to Define Future Indonesia-Australia Relations

The Jakarta Treaty 2026 is set to shape the future relationship between Indonesia and Australia, with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stating it will benefit future generations. This agreement aims to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations.

Analysts Adjust Stock Price Targets for Various Companies
BusinessYahoothestreetinvesting-com13d ago3 sources

Analysts Adjust Stock Price Targets for Various Companies

Several financial institutions have adjusted their stock price targets for various companies, including Marvell, Advance Auto Parts, Walmart, Ross Stores, MPLX, and Hershey, based on recent earnings, market performance, and sector outlooks.

Australia Outraged by Israel's Decision to Close Aid Worker Killing Probe
WorldBBCbloombergThe Guardian+18NPRruvaftonbladetle-figaroFrance 24publicodelfi-ltThe Independent+10 more14d ago21 sources

Australia Outraged by Israel's Decision to Close Aid Worker Killing Probe

Australia has expressed outrage and summoned Israel's ambassador after Israel decided not to pursue criminal charges in the killing of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and other World Central Kitchen staff in Gaza. The decision has been widely condemned as insulting and inadequate by Australia and the victim's family.

Tech Penny Stocks Show Rapid Growth
TechnologyYahoo1mo ago

Tech Penny Stocks Show Rapid Growth

Several tech penny stocks, including PowerFleet (AIOT), TON Strategy (TONX), and Datavault AI (DVLT), are being highlighted for their rapid growth. These companies are attracting attention as potentially fast-growing investments in the technology sector.

ECJ Rules Hungary's Mandatory Food Retail Discounts Illegal
Politicsder-standard2mo ago

ECJ Rules Hungary's Mandatory Food Retail Discounts Illegal

The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that Hungary's mandatory discounts in the food retail sector are unlawful. The court found that this obligation violates free competition, as Hungary's interventions have caused significant losses for foreign supermarket chains like Spar, Penny, dm, and Tesco for years.

Businessseeking-alpha2mo ago

SmartCentres REIT and PennyMac Mortgage Declare Dividends

SmartCentres Real Estate Investment Trust has declared a dividend of CAD 0.1542, while PennyMac Mortgage Investment Trust has declared a dividend of $0.40. These announcements provide updates on shareholder returns for both companies.

SpaceX Shares Soar Post-IPO, Surpassing Amazon's Market Cap
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SpaceX Shares Soar Post-IPO, Surpassing Amazon's Market Cap

Following its initial public offering, SpaceX shares experienced a significant rally, leading its market capitalization to surpass that of Amazon and approach Microsoft's valuation. The surge has made SpaceX one of America's most valuable companies, with its market value nearing $3 trillion.

PM Modi to Visit Australia
Worldhindustan-times3mo ago

PM Modi to Visit Australia

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Australia in the near future.