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Israel Gaza war: Latest news from BBC News

<div>Israel Gaza war which started after armed attack by Hamas on 7 October 2023</div>

Global EV Sales Rise in July as Europe Offsets Weakness in China and North America

Aug 13 (Reuters) - Global demand ⁠for ⁠electric vehicles rose ⁠for a fifth consecutive month in July, ​driven by robust ...

USD Trades Heavier, And Look For North America To Follow Suit

This week has been relatively quiet in the forex market. The dollar is softer against G10 currencies today, though it is ...

Who’s next after Workday? Analyst names potential software M&A targets

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo-finance-default-logo.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Investing.com -- Truist stated in a note Friday that a reported takeover approach for Workday could revive a dormant software dealmaking cycle, and has refreshed its lists of potential takeout candidates across its coverage.</div></div>

Boeing, RTX Agree To Interceptor Deal With Pentagon; Stocks Rise

<div><img src="https://www.investors.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/stock-launching-missile-adobe.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The Pentagon reached an agreement with Boeing and RTX to increase production of components used for advanced interceptor missiles.</div></div>

Software M&A heats up: Which SaaS stocks could be next for private equity?

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo-finance-default-logo.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The surge rippled immediately across the software sector, reigniting a debate that has dogged the industry for months: whether the deal reflects a genuine valuation floor for beaten-down SaaS names, or signals that even blue-chip software companies are struggling to navigate the AI transition.</div></div>

Worries grow over mysterious illness killing Kenyan elephants

Worries over the death of elephants are mounting in southern Kenya, where at least 19 animals have died since June from an unexplained condition. With symptoms including partial paralysis, conservationists and communities are demanding urgent investigations into what is killing the elephants.

Fed Hike Odds Fall As Prime Day Effect Hits Retail Sales

<div><img src="https://www.investors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/stock-Federal_Reserve-01-adobe.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Retailers using tariff refunds to cut prices may help bring down inflation.</div></div>

Wells Fargo downgrades Roku to equal weight after strong second quarter

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo-finance-default-logo.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Investing.com -- Wells Fargo downgraded Roku to Equal Weight from Overweight on Friday, saying the streaming platform's strong second-quarter results had lifted its estimates but left limited upside to its valuation as the company moves toward its planned acquisition by Fox Corp.</div></div>

War in Ukraine: Deadly Russian air raid on Kramatorsk leaves 1 dead and 17 wounded

At least one person was killed and 17 injured in a Russian airstrike on Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine overnight, according to Ukraine’s State Emergency Service.

AI-Tied IPO Stock Breaks Out On 'Outsized' Guidance Boost

<div><img src="https://www.investors.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Stock-Drugs-74-shutt.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The company raised its sales guidance for the year by more than double its second-quarter sales beat.</div></div>

Hyperscalers might regret embracing natural gas if new forecast proves correct

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/8179480900530D94381B002A1D718E0C02FE265C69022C32DD5F1F11DB79631C/subgraphmysterio/resizefill_w1200_h800;quality_80;format_webp/https:%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Ftechcrunch_finance_785%2Fe16435d3cf402a3f803dbe6d2d239e01.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Natural gas prices could triple in some parts of the U.S., which could saddle hyperscalers with massive bills to power their AI data centers.</div></div>

Why DraftKings' prediction markets could boost sports betting this Fall

Macquarie Group senior gaming, lodging & theatres analyst Chad Beynon joins Market Domination to explain why he believes DraftKings’ prediction markets could drive fresh momentum for sports betting this fall—and position the company for a strong football season.

Tesla plans ’flying’ Roadster stunt at SpaceX Texas site as early as August

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo-finance-default-logo.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) rose 1.3% in pre-market trading following the report. The Roadster reveal is a rare positive narrative catalyst for a stock that has shed nearly a quarter of its value in 2026 while the Nasdaq has gained roughly 15% over the same period, according to The Information’s reporting. Shares of air-taxi companies Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation each declined about 2% in pre-market trading.</div></div>

Private credit roundup: Nvidia's half trillion for chips financing, plus others

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/59F43CE6405C41082AB1092787A184E8ED1553483E89F17FF2147B376C3FB04A/subgraphmysterio/resizefill_w1200_h800;quality_80;format_webp/https:%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Freuters.com%2F7cd82d8c63180e265753d202cdfc91d0.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>LONDON, Aug 14 (Reuters) - Nvidia's colossal financing deal for AI infrastructure buildouts is the talk of private markets this week.</div></div>

Rome’s Colosseum extends cool night tours as heatwaves scorch city

Rome’s Colosseum is opening late four nights a week this summer, offering fully booked evening tours as a cooler, more magical way to visit.

AI could transform African agriculture but access remains a major challenge

Senior FAO official for Africa Meshack Malo described artificial intelligence as a powerful tool for farmers, stressing the need for Africa datasets, language models, research capacity and agritech firms, to enable the continent to be not only the consumer but the driver of the technology.

Emmy-nominated director looks to Tupac trial for long-awaited closure

Emmy-nominated director Alexandria Stapleton is hoping the trial of a man accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing will bring answers and “some sort of closure” to the rapper’s family, friends and fans.

Engine Capital urges H.B. Fuller to explore BAS and full sale

<div><img src="https://i-invdn-com.investing.com/redesign/images/seo/investing_300X300.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Engine Capital urges H.B. Fuller to explore BAS and full sale</div></div>

Kanen Wealth Management urges Zevia to explore a sale

<div><img src="https://i-invdn-com.investing.com/redesign/images/seo/investing_300X300.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Kanen Wealth Management urges Zevia to explore a sale</div></div>