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Deals of the day-Mergers and acquisitions
March 3 (Reuters) - The following bids, mergers, acquisitions and disposals were reported by 2100 GMT on Tuesday: Nvidia-backed NVDA.O Ayar Labs, which develops chips that transmit data using light, said it has raised $500 million in a series E round at a valuation of $3.75 billion.nL4N3ZR1QV ...Reuters
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ADVISORY-Alert incorrectly tagged to Tecno SpA Sb withdrawn
An alert on AI-driven technology brand TECNO announcing products and collaborations at MWC 2026 was incorrectly tagged to Italy-based Tecno SpA SB TCG.MI, an unrelated company, and has been withdrawn.There will be no substitute.STORY_NUMBER:nTUA3DFFWTSTORY_DATE:03/03/2026STORY_TIME:08:32:37 PM GMTReuters
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Tennis-Medvedev to miss exhibition event at Indian Wells amid war-related travel disruptions
By Rory Carroll INDIAN WELLS, California, March 3 (Reuters) - Russian tennis players Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev will not arrive in Indian Wells in time to participate in Tuesday night's exhibition event after they were among those impacted by travel disruptions in the wake of the war i...Reuters
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Nvidia-backed Ayar Labs raises $500 million at $3.75 billion valuation
March 3 (Reuters) - Nvidia-backed NVDA.O Ayar Labs, which develops chips that transmit data using light, said on Tuesday it has raised $500 million in a series E round at a valuation of $3.75 billion.The latest round, which brings the company's total funding to $870 million, was led by investmen...Reuters
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US FDA warns 30 telehealth firms over misleading ads for compounded weight‑loss drugs
March 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued warning letters to 30 telehealth companies for making false or misleading claims about compounded versions of popular GLP-1 weight‑loss drugs, the agency said on Tuesday.It said some companies made claims that their compounded prod...Reuters
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UAE says it was exposed to over 1,000 attacks from Iran
March 3 (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was exposed to over 1,000 attacks since Iran launched retaliatory strikes in the region in response to U.S.-Israeli strikes, according to a foreign ministry statement.The UAE foreign ministry said it has not taken any decision to change...Reuters
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Trump's national security team comes to convince Congress to back Iran war
Rubio, Hegseth, Ratcliffe and Caine to brief lawmakersSome Republicans ask about 'America first'Israel comment prompted consternationBy Patricia Zengerle, Michael Martina and David Morgan WASHINGTON, March 3 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's top national security advisers were to s...Reuters
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Rubio says all personnel accounted for after drone strike near US consulate in Dubai
WASHINGTON, March 3 (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that all personnel were accounted for after a drone struck a parking lot adjacent to the U.S. consulate in Dubai.Reuters
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Trump administration considering looser protections for North Atlantic right whale
March 3 (Reuters) - The Trump administration on Tuesday took the first step toward loosening regulations that protect the endangered North Atlantic right whale from vessel strikes.Here are some details:The National Marine Fisheries Service said it is considering replacing seasonal vessel speed restr...Reuters
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Britain, France and Greece send air-defence forces to Cyprus base after drone strike
Iranian-made drone strikes UK's Akrotiri base in CyprusFrance, UK, Greece deploy forces to bolster defence in the regionBritain 'fully committee' to Cyprus securityBy Michele Kambas and Sam Tabahriti NICOSIA, March 3 (Reuters) - Britain, France and Greece are sending air-defence force...Reuters
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Soccer-Reynolds and McElhenney set for candid Wrexham commentary
LONDON, March 3 (Reuters) - Wrexham co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney will swap the directors' box for a seat behind the microphone for the club's Championship clash against Swansea City next week.The 'Live from Wrexham with Rob & Ryan' event, featuring the Hollywood duo...Reuters
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Amazon launches 15 minute grocery delivery in 'priority' market Brazil
SAO PAULO, March 3 (Reuters) - Amazon AMZN.O launched its Amazon Now service in Brazil on Tuesday, pledging to deliver essentials and groceries in 15 minutes, with its country head calling the Latin American country one of the firm's top priorities for new investments.The service will launch in ...Reuters
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US judge says Trump effort to end New York City congestion pricing unlawful
Judge said USDOT lacked authority to end program or threaten New York fundingNew York governor says program has reduced congestion, improved air quality Trump admin considering appeal of ruling that bars it from withdrawing approval for program By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, March 3 (Reuters) - ...Reuters
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Santander-Webster Financial deal could be stalled by Trump suspending trade with Spain, Wells Fargo analyst says
NEW YORK, March 3 (Reuters) - The acquisition of Webster Financial by Santander could be stalled by president Trump's decision to suspend trade with Spain, Wells Fargo bank analyst Mike Mayo said in a note to clients on Tuesday.Mayo downgraded Webster stock citing potential hurdles to approve th...Reuters
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Lutnick has agreed to testify on Epstein ties, Axios reports
March 3 (Reuters) - U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee over his past ties to the late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, Axios reported on Tuesday.""I look forward to appearing before the committee. I have done nothing wrong an...Reuters
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EXCLUSIVE-US postpones third consecutive meeting of preventive health panel
HHS provides no reason for meeting postponementConcerns panel would be disbanded by Health Secretary KennedyTask force ensures cost-free preventive care under health insuranceBy Deena Beasley March 3 (Reuters) - The March meeting of the U.S. advisory panel that determines what cancer screenings a...Reuters
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