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WorkWorkWorkWorkMicrosoft closes $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard after lengthy regulatory review  \"We remain focused on the federal appeal process despite Microsoft and Activision closing their deal in advance of a scheduled December appeals court hearing,\" FTC spokesperson Victoria Graham said. \"Microsoft and Activision\'s new agreement with Ubisoft presents a whole new facet to the merger that will affect American consumers, which the FTC will assess as part of its ongoing administrative proceeding. The FTC continues to believe this deal is a threat to competition.\" WorkWorkGazans Flee South After Israel Orders Evacuation  The moon, farther from Earth than during a total eclipse, will block much of our view of the sun for a few minutes, leaving only a fiery halo of light in a darkened sky. It will begin in Oregon in the morning, sweep across the American Southwest and exit the country through Texas. Here’s a map of where and when the “ring of fire” will be visible. WorkWorkWorkBillie Jean King sees progress in her crusade for more investment women’s sports: 'We’re kind of at a tipping point'  © 2023 Fortune Media IP Limited. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy | CA Notice at Collection and Privacy Notice | Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information | Ad Choices FORTUNE is a trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, registered in the U.S. and other countries. FORTUNE may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.S&P Index data is the property of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. and its licensors. All rights reserved. Terms & Conditions. Powered and implemented by Interactive Data Managed Solutions. WorkAmerican Express® Business Gold Card review: generously monthly rewards in your top two spending categories  © 2023 Fortune Media IP Limited. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy | CA Notice at Collection and Privacy Notice | Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information | Ad Choices FORTUNE is a trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, registered in the U.S. and other countries. FORTUNE may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.S&P Index data is the property of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. and its licensors. All rights reserved. Terms & Conditions. Powered and implemented by Interactive Data Managed Solutions. WorkWorkUS families of Hamas attack victims tell of 'total horror'  "The country is at war. It's complete chaos and pandemonium, and it's a terrible situation. I think this country's life is at stake. My husband and I recognize that Hersh is the most important priority to us - he's our world - but there's a larger picture here, and we're trying to be mindful of that." WorkShelling on south Lebanon border kills one journalist and injures six  Along the road towards the eastern edge of the southern border, the tall concrete border wall, topped with metal mesh and mounted with cameras, was painted with murals showing people marching on to Jerusalem. Nearby, a group of four blue-helmeted UN soldiers stood chatting, basking in a deceptive and precarious calm. WorkLisa Cameron, SNP MP who defected to Tories, 'forced into hiding'  Her decision was dismissed on BBC Radio Scotland as "a rather odd tantrum from somebody who was going to lose their nomination" by SNP president Mike Russell, while Scotland first minister and SNP leader Humza Yousaf said her constituents would be "deeply let down" by her actions, adding she should "do the honourable thing" and stand down. WorkTitanic salvage plan scrapped after Titan implosion killed mission head  In August, the US argued in court filings that entering the Titanic’s severed hull – or physically altering or disturbing the wreck – is regulated by the law and its agreement with Britain. Among the government’s concerns was the possible disturbance of artefacts and any human remains that may still exist. WorkWorkLouise Glück, Nobel prize-winning poet, dies at 80  Her first book of poems, Firstborn, was published in 1968 and preceded years of writer's block; her second book, The House on Marshland, was released in 1975 to breakthrough literary success. Subsequent works, including The Wild Iris and Ararat, became testaments to creative reinvention and challenge. "The advantage of poetry over life is that poetry, if it is sharp enough, may last," she once wrote. WorkWorkWorkWorkWorkHow the 'Summer of Jokic' was more than just singing, dancing and horses  Jokic, though, never stops looking for any edge he can gain over opponents. While many enjoyed the videos of him partying this summer, Jokic spent time online watching basketball tips by Serbian coaches such as Zeljko Obradovic, Dusan Alimpijevic and former Phoenix Suns coach Igor Kokoskov. WorkWorkWorkWorkBeware the New Treasury Buyers Sparking Fear in World’s Largest Bond Market  “We have to deal with a different buyer base for Treasuries,” said Priya Misra, a portfolio manager at JP Morgan Asset Management. “The marginal buyer of Treasuries will be asset managers. And that will mean more volatility since these buyers will be more price and flow sensitive. Foreign central banks had to invest their reserves and banks had to invest their deposits. But asset manager demand is a function of inflows and performance of different asset classes.” WorkWorkHow class washing could be impacting your workplace  Helen Dallimore is principal Consultant at workplace behavior and culture specialists Byrne Dean, delivering a range of workplace training sessions. She previously spent 18 years working as an Employment Lawyer. WorkWorkThe 300-year-old Japanese method of upcyling  If you liked this story, sign up for the weekly bbc.com features newsletter, called The Essential List. A handpicked selection of stories from BBC Future, Culture, Worklife and Travel, delivered to your inbox every Friday. WorkWorkWorkMicrosoft Activision: What does deal mean for gamers?  Ukie, the body that represents games companies, told the BBC that this kind of international investment was \"a crucial part\" of the UK industry. According to a spokesperson, 89% of the total investment in the UK games industry between January 2017 and June 2022 came from non-UK companies. WorkWorkWorkWorkNext confirms takeover of Fatface in £115m deal  \"[Next] recognises consumers are prioritising higher quality products to achieve better value for money during the cost-of-living crisis, so FatFace\'s market positioning should help it achieve this goal,\" she said. WorkWorkFact or Fiction? In This War, It Is Hard to Tell.  Steven Lee Myers covers misinformation for The Times. He has worked in Washington, Moscow, Baghdad and Beijing, where he contributed to the articles that won the Pulitzer Prize for public service in 2021. He is also the author of “The New Tsar: The Rise and Reign of Vladimir Putin.” More about Steven Lee Myers WorkWorkAt Least 11 Journalists Killed in War  “Strictly from the perspective of being able to cover this war, it will be disastrous,” Mairav Zonszein, an analyst in Tel Aviv for the International Crisis Group, said on Friday. “It will reinforce the fears, panic and dehumanization on both sides.” WorkWorkWorkWorkDoctors Unionize at Big Health Care System  Noam Scheiber is a Chicago-based reporter who covers workers and the workplace. He spent nearly 15 years at The New Republic, where he covered economic policy and three presidential campaigns. He is the author of “The Escape Artists.” More about Noam Scheiber WorkF.D.A. Moves to Ban Sales of Vuse Menthol Vapes  Christina Jewett covers the Food and Drug Administration. She is an award-winning investigative journalist and has a strong interest in how the work of the F.D.A. affects the people who use regulated products. More about Christina Jewett WorkBonds Have Been Awful. It’s a Good Time to Buy.  Jeff Sommer writes Strategies, a column on markets, finance and the economy. He also edits business news. Previously, he was a national editor. At Newsday, he was the foreign editor and a correspondent in Asia and Eastern Europe. More about Jeff Sommer WorkMicrosoft Finally Closes In on Activision Deal After Key Approval  The arrangement is seen as preventing Microsoft from using Activision titles to give its cloud-gaming service an advantage over rival offerings. The structure will last for 15 years and apply to all markets except for the European Union, which approved the deal without the cloud gaming concession. WorkWorkThe Wager That Betting Can Change the World  Mr. Fleming estimates he makes dozens of bets a week, on topics including politics and gaming. He likes earning Mana, which he can then donate to charity. But mostly, he said, he likes being proved right. WorkGet Ready for the ‘Ring of Fire’ Solar Eclipse This Saturday  Zolan Kanno-Youngs is a White House correspondent covering a range of domestic and international issues in the Biden White House, including homeland security and extremism. He joined The Times in 2019 as the homeland security correspondent. More about Zolan Kanno-Youngs WorkNASA Launches Psyche, a Mission to Explore a Metal Asteroid  Kenneth Chang has been at The Times since 2000, writing about physics, geology, chemistry, and the planets. Before becoming a science writer, he was a graduate student whose research involved the control of chaos. More about Kenneth Chang WorkWorkWork TradeBriefs Publications are read by over 10,00,000 Industry Executives About Us | Advertise Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe (one-click) You are receiving this mail because of your subscription with TradeBriefs. Our mailing address is GF 25/39, West Patel Nagar, New Delhi 110008, India |
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