Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The government of France is taking a small stake in Sanofi’s consumer healthcare business as the French pharmaceutical group nears a politically sensitive deal to hand control of the unit to US private equity group … Read more
The polls have now closed in Moldova, where citizens have been participating in the country’s presidential election and in a referendum on whether to include the objective of joining the European Union in the constitution. After counting more than half of the votes in the referendum, the No vote was leading with 56%, according to … Read more
“ Elon Musk, the billionaire founder of Tesla and Space X and owner of X who has thrown his support behind Republican Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, has already donated at least $70 million to support the former president. He has now pledged to give away $1 million to voters who sign a petition from his … Read more
SpaceX and Tesla founder Elon Musk took part in a town hall-style meeting at Ridley High School in Folsom, Pennsylvania on October 17, 2024. Anna Moneymaker | Getty Images Billionaire Elon Musk made a commitment on Saturday to donate $1 million each day until the November election to someone who signs his online petition supporting … Read more
A recent survey of campus chief technology officers by Inside Higher Ed reveals a mix of uncertainty and excitement regarding the potential impact of generative AI on campus operations. While 46 percent of those surveyed show enthusiasm about AI’s potential, almost two-thirds believe that institutions are not adequately prepared to handle the rise of AI. … Read more
Director Luca Guadagnino has been announced as the director of a new American Psycho movie. The upcoming film will be based on a script by Scott Z. Burns, with early indications suggesting that it will not be a remake, but rather a fresh adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis’ 1991 novel. In a statement, Lionsgate Motion … Read more
In a statement on Sunday evening, IDF spokesman Rear Adm Daniel Hagari warned that “anyone located near sites used to fund Hezbollah’s terror activities must move away from these locations immediately”. “We will strike several targets in the coming hours and additional targets throughout the night,” he said. “In the coming days, we will reveal … Read more
Older Americans have expressed regrets about not saving enough for their retirement and emergencies, according to a recent survey conducted by Business Insider. Over 1,000 respondents between the ages of 48 and 90 shared their biggest regrets, shedding light on the challenges of retirement planning. Many respondents mentioned difficulties in balancing various financial responsibilities, such … Read more
The first named storm of the season, Storm Ashley, has led to travel disruption across the UK due to high winds and heavy rain. The Met Office has predicted 80mph winds and heavy rain in certain areas, posing a threat of injuries and danger to life. A yellow warning for wind is in effect for … Read more
Residents of Beirut were forced to flee their homes late on Sunday following a warning from Israel of impending attacks on Hezbollah-linked sites related to financial operations in Lebanon. The Israeli military instructed people to evacuate these areas immediately. Shortly after the warning, several explosions were heard and a large fire was seen in the … Read more