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Democratic wins in state Attorney General races give Donald Trump a new headache
Democrats have achieved significant victories by winning attorney general races in five traditionally Republican-leaning states. This shift may hinder conservative legal strategies and provide resistance to President Donald Trump's policies. Incoming Democratic attorneys general plan to refocus on consumer protection and environmental issues while reviewing previous legal actions by their Republican predecessors.
Hurricane Isaias kills 4, moves into Tennessee Valley, Georgia, Carolinas, Hurricane Simon set for landfall, Tropical Storm Rachel hits California
Hurricane Isaias latest update: President Donald Trump approved an emergency declaration for Georgia after earlier doing the same for Florida and Alabama, allowing for federal aid.
TCS to buy Porsche's IT unit, bags five-year deal worth $1.4 billion
TCS Porsche IT unit acquisition: Porsche is a net new client for TCS and the deal will be a fresh one for the company. The acquisition will anchor a long-term AI transformation partnership between TCS and Porsche, the company said. As part of the transaction, TCS will also set up a centre of excellence (CoE) for Porsche to help with its future growth.
Blackstone-owned Safe Harbor nears $1.5 billion deal to buy MarineMax, sources say
Safe Harbor Marinas is nearing a significant acquisition deal for MarineMax. This potential $1.5 billion agreement will conclude months of investor pressure. The deal is expected to be announced very soon this week. MarineMax is a prominent recreational yacht retailer with many dealerships. This acquisition will expand Safe Harbor's global marina network.
Pam Bondi returns to White House with new role on Trump administration’s high-profile AI advisory panel while recovering from cancer
Pam Bondi returns to the Trump administration as an advisor. She joins the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. This group focuses on artificial intelligence and competition with China. Bondi will coordinate between the government and tech leaders. She will also take on a new role for national infrastructure initiatives.
Inside the terrifying Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz': Dangerous detention center being lined up to hold illegal immigrants
Florida’s attorney general has proposed a new site in the Everglades to hold immigrants who entered the United States illegally that he’s calling “Alligator Alcatraz.” In the video, the Florida attorney general touted the largely unused Miami-Dade Collier Training Facility as an ideal location to house migrants awaiting deportation. He said the site could house 1,000 migrants within one to two months.
'Alligator alcatraz’: Florida's detention center proposal surrounded by crocs and snakes sparks outrage
Florida's attorney general has proposed a new site in the Everglades to hold immigrants who entered the United States illegally that he's calling "Alligator Alcatraz." He said the facility could be operational within 30 to 60 days of construction and house up to 1,000 immigrants. James Uthmeier has proposed building a center in the middle of the Everglades—surrounded by ‘gators, crocs and snakes as a solution to crackdown on immigration.
Trump's Attorney General Pam Bondi now in the line of fire - here's what happened and why it matters
Pam Bondi, former Attorney General, faces scrutiny over alleged ethical misconduct, with legal experts accusing her of pressuring DOJ lawyers to violate standards. A complaint filed with the Florida Bar was swiftly dismissed on jurisdictional grounds, sparking debate. Critics claim Bondi's actions threaten the rule of law.
TA Associates to acquire majority stake in Vee Healthtek for $250 m
US private equity firm TA Associates is set to acquire a majority stake in Vee Healthtek, an Indian revenue cycle management firm, for $250 million. The deal marks TA's entry into India's RCM market and its second investment in the country's healthcare IT sector.
EQT to exit AGS Health, eyes $750 million valuation
Swedish fund EQT Partners is set to sell its five-year-old investment in US-based healthcare IT services firm AGS Health, aiming for a valuation of $750 million-$780 million. The sale process, managed by JP Morgan and Bank of America, will launch early next year. AGS Health provides revenue cycle management solutions and employs 12,000 people across multiple locations.
Justice Dept & FBI 'mishandling' recent assassination attempt case, alleges Donald Trump
Former US President Donald Trump has accused the Department of Justice and FBI of mishandling an assassination attempt on his life. Trump claimed that the Justice Department and FBI have a "conflict of interest" since they have been "obsessed with 'Getting Trump' for so long".
Nebula Energy to buy majority stake in AG&P LNG for $300 mn
Nebula Energy LLC is acquiring a majority stake in AG&P LNG for $300 million, giving it a foothold in the Indian market. Nebula Energy is an investment firm backed by Peter Gibson, Darren DeVore, and Sam Abdalla. AG&P LNG is a subsidiary of AG&P Group, owned by Osaka Gas, JBIC, and Asiya. The acquisition will allow Nebula Energy to expand its network and meet AG&P LNG's capital needs.
Panic over metals for EVs goes all the way to automakers’ C-Suites
For some years now, issues related with availability and costs of crucial battery materials have remained as critical concerns for EV makers
TikTok under probe for its effect on kids' health in US
The investigation will look into the harm such usage may cause to young people and what TikTok knew about that harm
Consumer benefits marketplace Thriwe to acquire Delhi-based Alliances Galore (AG) in a share-swap deal
The current value of Alliances Galore is Rs 75 crore and Thriwe has allotted share worth that amount. The company is awaiting necessary approvals from NCLT before the merger.
Wipro buys US-based HealthPlan Services for $460 million
Weeks after Abidali Neemuchwala took over as chief executive and internally laid out a vision to make Wipro a $15-billion company by 2020.
Tweet and delete: Celebs & their Oops moment
Salman Khan's tweets on Yakub Memon's death penalty did not go down well with the public. Here are some others who purged their timelines.
Glaxo to buy Stiefel Laboratories for $2.9 billion
British drug maker GlaxoSmithKline PLC said Monday it will pay $2.9 billion to buy American dermatology business Stiefel Laboratories Inc.
US authorities request Swiss legal assistance in UBS probe
U.S. authorities have asked Switzerland to help in their investigation of banking giant UBS AG.
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