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401(k) rollovers can be costly — and irreversible. What to know before moving your money
Millions of Americans roll over retirement funds annually, but mistakes can be costly and often irreversible. Recent IRS guidance aims to streamline the process, though financial advisors warn of significant pitfalls.
Credit card issuer Synchrony announces partnership with OpenAI
Synchrony Financial announced a collaboration with OpenAI to integrate artificial intelligence models into its consumer portals and customer experiences for its credit card brands including Amazon, Walmart, and Lowe’s.
The Odyssey becomes highest grossing R-rated film of all time
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has surpassed Deadpool & Wolverine to become the highest-grossing R-rated film ever, reaching $1.35 billion worldwide.
Mark Ruffalo fires back at Paramount Skydance after it accuses him of using ‘antisemitic tropes’
Mark Ruffalo criticized Paramount Skydance’s $111 billion merger with Warner Bros Discovery, citing Oracle’s technology contracts with Israel. Paramount accused him of invoking antisemitic tropes; Ruffalo denied the charge.
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Disney-owned ABC files First Amendment lawsuit against FCC
Disney’s ABC has filed a First Amendment lawsuit against the FCC, claiming the agency’s investigation into the company constitutes retaliation for its programming critical of President Trump.
UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
UK government borrowing reached £1.8bn in July, exceeding forecasts by £2.3bn and constraining Chancellor John Healey’s options ahead of his first Budget on 27 October.
Economic adviser O’Neill rules out government job but urges boldness on devolution
Economist Lord Jim O’Neill has declined a government position with Andy Burnham’s administration, citing preference for maintaining his business interests and personal autonomy.
Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Mayors in 13 English regions will gain powers to override local councils on planning decisions for large development projects, aiming to accelerate housebuilding toward a 1.5 million home target.
Wells Fargo and Citigroup have room to buy a big bank. These 5 regionals fit the bill
Wells Fargo and Citigroup have regulatory room to acquire large regional banks under the current administration, with five banks identified as potential targets based on deposit bases and branch networks.
UPS is investing $2 billion in international, healthcare and supply chain businesses
UPS is deploying more than $2 billion in investments across international, healthcare, and supply chain operations through 2028, including new facilities in the Philippines, Canada, and Hong Kong.
Up to £464m ‘moved through more than 3,000 UK high street shell companies’
Analysis reveals up to £464m moved through more than 3,000 UK shell companies disguised as beauty and convenience stores, showing patterns consistent with money laundering and terrorist financing.
Thames Water creditors accused of ‘shuffling chairs on Titanic’ with plan for new board
Thames Water creditors propose new board leadership to secure their £10bn rescue plan, but face criticism over the proposal’s substance amid potential government nationalisation discussions.
California AG Rob Bonta cancels Paramount settlement meeting, citing ‘lack of good faith’
California Attorney General Rob Bonta canceled a settlement meeting with Paramount Skydance, accusing the company of breaching confidentiality and misrepresenting merger discussion details.
Network Rail sues companies for £5m over Llanegennech derailment
Network Rail is suing DB Cargo UK and Touax Rail for over £5m following a 2020 train derailment that spilled 446,000 litres of fuel into protected wetlands near Carmarthenshire.
As Trump courts Kim, Pyongyang ups the price, while Seoul fears being sidelined
North Korea launched ballistic missiles Thursday hours after Trump announced plans to meet leader Kim Jong Un, dismissing U.S. efforts to shorten military drills with South Korea as insufficient.
Top Iran official says U.S. focus on economic warfare shows it has failed militarily
Iran’s parliament speaker dismissed Trump’s economic threats, asserting that years of U.S. sanctions have failed and suggesting Washington resorts to economic warfare after military attempts proved unsuccessful.