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Warner Bros Discovery shareholders have approved a merger with Paramount Skydance. Paramount is expected to acquire the company in its entirety, including its film studio, cable networks, and streaming services.

Bain Capital is reportedly preparing to offload its majority stake in Tyger Capital.

Law enforcement officials are investigating a suspect named Alan following an alleged attack. The perpetrator was immediately subdued by security personnel. All attendees were successfully moved to safety during the incident.

A new study from financial website Money Lion indicates a week-long vacation for a family of four can exceed $6,800. Expensive destinations include Anchorage, New York City, and Santa Barbara. Florida locations such as Key West and Miami also rank among the most costly options. The study suggests staycations may be a more viable alternative for summer travel.

An individual wearing a shirt featuring the Iranian flag assaulted three Jewish men in New York City. Local sources report the incident as an antisemitic attack.

A new illustrated book explores the history of the Chelsea Hotel in Manhattan. The collection is described as being both anarchic and closely connected to its subjects. The text features photographs and accounts of figures such as Patty Smith, Robert Maple Thorpe, and filmmaker Rosa von Braunheim. It explores the underground scene and specific historical moments like the Christopher Street Liberation Day on June 28, 1970. It highlights the presence of underground scene figures and drag performers like Hollywood Lan and Candy Darling. Photographer Skopin is noted for capturing the hotel's environment. The work includes imagery of figures such as Andy Warhol and Wim Wenders from the early 1970s. A new 176-page photography book by Jonas Kühlberg has been released by Kerber Verlag. The book is priced at 38 Euro.

The first quarter earnings season is projected to be one of the busiest on record with 180 companies reporting. The period will include financial results from five of the 'Magnificent Seven' tech companies, specifically Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta. Traders are monitoring bond prices and potential year-end rate cuts amid Middle East energy supply risks. Market analysts expect high earnings performance from Alphabet, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta during the upcoming Q1 season. Higher oil prices and sticky inflation may impact the broader economy, potentially making big tech stocks more attractive. Analysts note that while tech stocks faced early-year declines due to overspending concerns, lowered valuations have increased their appeal. Hen Kunhao of UOB assesses whether these companies remain insulated from geopolitical and economic volatility.

Nedra Talley Ross, a founding member of the American pop group The Ronettes, has died at age 80. The New York City-based group was active starting in the late 1950s. Their musical repertoire included hits such as Be My Baby and Walking in the Rain. The group was known for a blend of pop, R&B, and rock and roll. Her passing marks the loss of a key figure from the legendary group. She was part of the group formed in New York City during the late 1950s alongside cousins Estelle and Veronica Bennett. Her death follows a long career in the music industry. Her death marks the end of the original group's surviving lineup.

The New York Mets lost both games of a doubleheader played at Citi Field. The opponent for both games was the Colorado Rockies. The loss marks another difficult period for the Mets and their fanbase.

The FDA has denied approval for a Grace Therapeutics drug designed to treat strokes caused by ruptured brain aneurysms. The New Jersey-based company faces regulatory issues regarding the chemistry, manufacturing, and controls of the injectable medication. Grace Therapeutics plans to resolve the specific issues raised by the agency. The drug was intended to treat a rare but often deadly type of stroke.