Microsoft's attempt to buy Activision Blizzard helped by US judge
US Federal Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley boosts Microsoft's attempted merger with Activision Blizzard in ruling.
1970-01-01 08:00
Google's ChatGPT rival Bard launches in Europe and Brazil
Google’s Bard artificial intelligence chatbot can now also talk and respond to visual prompts.
1970-01-01 08:00
Delta Gains as Global Travel Drives Profit Forecast Higher
Delta Air Lines Inc.’s profit is soaring as a rebound in international travel promises to keep planes packed
1970-01-01 08:00
Conagra Brands forecasts dour sales as higher prices hit demand
Conagra Brands Inc on Thursday forecast annual sales and profit below Wall Street estimates, in a sign that
1970-01-01 08:00
Ambitious liberal fails in first bid to become Thailand's next leader
By Devjyot Ghoshal and Panu Wongcha-um BANGKOK In the 60 days since a stunning election victory, the leader
1970-01-01 08:00
Kevin Spacey says his sexual assault accuser was an intimate pal who had stabbed him in the back
Kevin Spacey says he was crushed when intimate friend accused him of sexual assault
1970-01-01 08:00
Biden welcomes Finland to NATO ahead of summit with Nordic leaders
By Steve Holland HELSINKI (Reuters) -U.S. President Joe Biden held talks with Nordic leaders at Finland's presidential palace on Thursday,
1970-01-01 08:00
The stumbling block in Manchester United’s pursuit of Sofyan Amrabat
Manchester United have made initial overtures for Fiorentina and Morocco star Sofyan Amrabat but any move is dependent on sales. Erik ten Hag's main priorities are – in order – a goalkeeper in Internazionale's Andre Onana and a striker, with Atalanta's Rasmus Hojlund currently the most realistic option. United are negotiating with both Italian clubs in order to bring in the two within budget, after which the Dutch coach will seek to bolster his midfield. Many industry sources beyond Old Trafford however say that the market is currently completely blocked due to a range of factors, among them Saudi Pro League money inflating fees and affecting plans, as well as an ongoing stand-off in the highly competitive No 9 market. This has exacerbated United's long-term struggle to sell players, although one issue is much more simple. West Ham United are waiting until the formality of Declan Rice's move to Arsenal is completed, at which point they will step up strong interest in Scott McTominay. There has also been tentative interest in Harry Maguire, potentially on loan, although any such deal currently looks much more unlikely. The feeling within Old Trafford is that McTominay and one other player would have to go to fund Amrabat, who so impressed during Morocco’s stunning run to the World Cup semi-finals last year, especially if the prices for Onana and Hojlund exceed the current budget. United are in negotiations with both Italian clubs but are still £5m off Inter's price on Onana, with many sources stressing the need for significant compromise to get this done. Atalanta are meanwhile sticking to a huge valuation on Hojlund, especially as he represents the main striker target in this market outside the elite options of Harry Kane, Randal Kolo Muani and Victor Osimhen. Hojlund himself almost represents a compromise for United, although Ten Hag is a huge admirer of his abilities. The club have at least been monitoring Kane's situation, especially as it is commonly believed the player's first preference would be to go to Old Trafford. Read More Mason Mount echoes iconic Manchester United No 7 in energetic debut David de Gea, Sir Alex Ferguson’s last player, ends 88 years of Manchester United history Harry Maguire edges closer to Manchester United exit with four players set for moves
1970-01-01 08:00
Stepson of Titan sub billionaire says he's not 'getting laid' despite having 'millions to spare'
The stepson of one of the OceanGate passengers is being slammed online for reportedly complaining he can't "get laid". Brian Szasz, the stepson of British billionaire Hamish Harding who died in the Titanic expedition disaster, took to Twitter to urge people to stop asking him for money. Instead, he came up with a bizarre alternative, writing: "Quit asking me for money unless you’re a beautiful woman, trans women too! An OF model. Or a black dude trying to go to college!" Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter He went on to respond to followers asking how much money he inherited. "More than you’ll make in a lifetime," he hit back at one person. In a separate since-deleted tweet, he reportedly wrote: "With millions to spare, I still can’t get laid." One person called his tweets "cringe," while another couldn't believe his posts were real and were, in fact, "fake or ChatGPT-generated." Szasz already caused backlash online after attending a Blink-182 concert and messaging OnlyFans models while his stepfather was missing. His activities even struck a chord with Cardi B, who took to social media with a video, saying: "Ay so one of the billionaires that's missing underwater, on the submarine s***... One of the billionaires, their stepson is at a concert, right, a Blink-182 concert. "People was like, 'Uh what is he supposed to do, be sad at the house? Is he supposed to go look for him himself?' Yes. You supposed to be at the house sad. You supposed to be crying for me, you supposed to be right next to the phone waiting to hear any updates about me. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
1970-01-01 08:00
Frank Lampard opens up on Chelsea's owners, a bloated squad & motivation problems
Frank Lampard discusses the challenges he faced as Chelsea's caretaker manager & the future under the new owners.
1970-01-01 08:00
Inflation fever is finally breaking. The Fed's soft landing may be in sight
If Fed Chair Jerome Powell were any less buttoned up, he'd be well within his rights to call a press conference, stride up to the lectern in a T-shirt and board shorts and say three words — "soft landing, jerks!" — before dropping the mic and walking out.
1970-01-01 08:00
Comic Con for Die-Hard Sports Fans? This Company Wants to Make It Happen
Sports merchandise giant Fanatics Inc. is introducing a new events business in a bid to create a network
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