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Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty
Goldman Sachs eyes more corporate mergers despite war uncertainty

Goldman Sachs reported strong first-quarter earnings on Monday, pointing to continued client interest in dealmaking that so far has not been derailed by the Middle East War.

April 13, 2026

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Star names inspiring Barca teen Yamal for Atletico comeback
Star names inspiring Barca teen Yamal for Atletico comeback

Barcelona's teenage winger Lamine Yamal said Monday he was taking inspiration from basketball great LeBron James and Brazilian footballer Neymar to try and inspire a Champions League comeback against Atletico Madrid.

April 13, 2026

LVMH sales feel impact from war
LVMH sales feel impact from war

Sales at the world's leading luxury group, LVMH, fell six percent in the first quarter of the year as the war in the Middle East depressed business in the region.

April 13, 2026

Satisfaction as Rolling Stones drop track under Cockroaches name
Satisfaction as Rolling Stones drop track under Cockroaches name

The Rolling Stones have mysteriously released a new limited edition single on vinyl only, under the band name The Cockroaches, further fueling speculation the British rockers are poised to drop a 25th studio album.

April 13, 2026

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Right-wing candidates tipped for runoff in Peru presidential poll
Right-wing candidates tipped for runoff in Peru presidential poll

Two Peruvian right-wing candidates looked set on Monday to advance to a presidential runoff, after an election marred by logistical foul-ups and deep voter anger.

April 13, 2026

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'No fun': French hospital confronts laughing gas abuse
'No fun': French hospital confronts laughing gas abuse

A 21-year-old man scrolls through Snapchat ads on his phone promoting nitrous oxide, a sedative gas increasingly used by young people in France to get high.

April 13, 2026