New York sues online prediction markets giant Kalshi
New York's attorney general sued betting platform Kalshi on Friday, accusing it of running an illegal gambling operation in a case that could shed a spotlight on the lightly regulated and controversial world of prediction markets.
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Spaniard Santi Denia takes over as Czech Republic coach
Santi Denia, who guided his native Spain to 2024 Olympic gold, has been appointed head coach of the Czech Republic, the national federation (FACR) announced on Friday.
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Commerzbank agrees to talks with UniCredit after two-year standoff
Commerzbank CEO Bettina Orlopp has called for the opening of talks with UniCredit regarding the German bank's future, deeming a "constructive dialogue" necessary after the Italian group secured nearly half of the voting rights.
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EU races to contain new migrant crisis as thousands cross into Spain's N. Africa enclave
The European Union on Friday scrambled to contain one of the largest migrant crises faced by the block in recent years, after tens of thousands of people poured into Spain's enclave in north Africa in just days.
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A rumour, a rush: chaos at Morocco border with Spain's Ceuta
When Fatima Zahra heard the rumour of a rare border opening between Morocco and Spain, she joined thousands in rushing to attempt a perilous journey into the Ceuta enclave by land or sea.
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Profits surge at US oil giant amid Iran war supply shock
US petroleum giants ExxonMobil and Chevron released blowout profits Friday, reflecting a major lift in business conditions from the Middle East war that easily offset negative effects at both companies.
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Fornaro Legal Releases Guidance to Help Businesses Maintain Clear Ownership Records During Growth
Fornaro Legal announced the publication of new guidance designed to help business owners maintain accurate ownership records and governance documentation as their companies expand. The guidance outlines practical considerations for businesses preparing for investment, ownership transitions, strategic partnerships, or future acquisition opportunities.
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Bodies of four climbers found near Pakistan avalanche site: police
Search teams in Pakistan found four bodies after an avalanche on one of the world's highest mountains, with six people still missing from an expedition led by renowned British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, police said on Friday.
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Hamas agrees to disarm: what are the challenges ahead?
Hamas said on Friday it agreed to a deal to end the war with Israel that included provisions addressing its weapons and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip.
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UK court dismisses challenge against new Chinese embassy in London
A top British court on Friday threw out a challenge against planning permission for a Chinese "mega" embassy in central London, but residents seeking to block the contentious project vowed to fight on.
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