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Micron Plans Second Chip Facility at Newly Acquired Taiwan Site
TAIPEI, March 16 (Reuters) - U.S. memory chipmaker Micron Technology MU.O said on Monday it plans to build a second manufacturing facility in Taiwan at the Tongluo site it recently acquired from Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.
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Jessie Buckley wins first Oscar for playing Shakespeare's wife in 'Hamnet'
LOS ANGELES, March 15 (Reuters) - Jessie Buckley won her first Academy Award on Sunday, claiming the best actress trophy for her portrayal of playwright William Shakespeare's wife in "Hamnet."Buckley, who plays a mother in the film, noted during her acceptance speech that the Oscars were...Reuters
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Trump eyes 'Hormuz coalition', seizure of Iran's Kharg Island oil hub, Axios reports
March 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump is working to assemble a coalition of countries to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and is hoping to announce it later this week, Axios reported on Sunday citing four sources.Reuters
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'One Battle After Another' takes best picture prize at the Oscars
Michael B. Jordan wins best actor for 'Sinners' rolesOscars honor late directors Robert Redford and Rob ReinerSecurity tight at Oscars amid Iranian threat concernsBy Lisa Richwine LOS ANGELES, March 15 (Reuters) - The darkly comic thriller "One Battle After Another" claimed th...Reuters
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Jessie Buckley wins first Oscar for playing Shakespeare's wife in 'Hamnet'
LOS ANGELES, March 15 (Reuters) - Jessie Buckley won her first Academy Award on Sunday, claiming the best actress trophy for her portrayal of playwright William Shakespeare's wife in "Hamnet."The Irish actor played the free-spirited Agnes Hathaway, opposite Paul Mescal as Shakespeare, as...Reuters
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MOVES-Citi appoints UBS banker Indran Thana as ASEAN real estate investment banking head
SINGAPORE, March 16 (Reuters) - Citi C.N has appointed Indran Thana as managing director and ASEAN head of real estate in its investment banking business, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters on Monday.Based in Singapore, Thana will assume the role in June 2026.Thana joins from UBS, where h...Reuters
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TAKEAWAYS-Takeaways from the Oscars
LOS ANGELES, March 15 (Reuters) - Here are takeaways from Sunday night's Oscars ceremony, Hollywood's annual celebration of the best performances in the movie business. LATE NIGHT QUIPS Conan O'Brien does not usually get as overtly political as other hosts. But in his opening monolog...Reuters
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Fire contained in vicinity of Dubai airport after drone attack, flights suspended
By Yomna EhabMarch 16 (Reuters) - A fire caused by a drone attack on Monday near Dubai International Airport had been contained with no injuries reported, but flights were temporarily suspended, Dubai authorities said. "A drone incident in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport (DXB) affect...Reuters
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Afghan asylum-seeker dies in ICE custody, US advocacy group says
Mohommad Nazeer Paktyawal, 41, died on Saturday in TexasAt least 12 people have died in ICE custody this yearICE plays a central role in Trump mass deportation policyBy Joey Roulette March 15 (Reuters) - An Afghan immigrant who previously worked with the U.S. military in Afghanistan and later sou...Reuters
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PRESS DIGEST-Financial Times - March 16
March 16 (Reuters) - The following are the top stories in the Financial Times. Reuters has not verified these stories and does not vouch for their accuracy. Headlines- JD.com launches Joybuy in Europe, targeting Amazon- UK's Starmer vows to protect 'working people' from conflict fall...Reuters
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China's Zepp Health posts higher Q4 revenue, reaches upper end of forecast range
OverviewChinese smart wearable maker's Q4 revenue rose 43% yr/yr, reaching upper end of guidance range Gross margin hit record 40.4%, up from 36.8% a year earlier, driven by product mixAdjusted net loss narrowed to $6.4 mln from $22.5 mln in Q4 2024OutlookZepp Health expects Q1 2026 revenue betw...Reuters
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Trump says talks with Cuba ongoing, action possible after Iran
By Jarrett Renshaw and Bianca Flowers March 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States could soon reach a deal with Cuba or take other action, signaling that developments in the long-strained relationship may come quickly."Cuba also wants to make a de...Reuters
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Trump warns NATO, presses China to help reopen Strait of Hormuz, FT reports
March 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump warned NATO of a “very bad” future if allies do not help open up the Strait of Hormuz and said he may also delay a planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in comments published by the Financial Times on Sunday. "I think China should help...Reuters
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Jd.com Launches Joybuy in Europe, Targeting Amazon
LONDON, March 16 (Reuters) - Chinese e‑commerce giant JD.com 9618.HK on Monday launched its Joybuy online marketplace in the UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, stepping up its push beyond its home market and taking aim at market leader Amazon AMZN.O.Reuters
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Trump Warns NATO Faces ‘very Bad Future’ If Allies Fail to Help Us in Iran, Ft Reports
March 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that NATO faces a “very bad” future if U.S. allies fail to assist in opening up the Strait of Hormuz, in an interview with the Financial Times published on Sunday.Reuters
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Tennis-Sinner triumphs over Medvedev to secure first Indian Wells title
INDIAN WELLS, California, March 15 (Reuters) - Jannik Sinner claimed his maiden Indian Wells title on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6) 7-6(4) in a polished display of hard-court excellence under the California desert sun.The Italian was imperious throughout, finishing with 28 winners, 10 ace...Reuters
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Trump says US could make deal with Cuba or act soon
March 15 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States could soon reach a deal with Cuba or take other action, signaling that developments in the long-strained relationship may come quickly.He said the U.S. will turn their attention to Cuba once the Iran conflict is over.Reuters
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Trump says US talking to Iran but doubts Tehran ready for negotiations
March 15 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Sunday Washington is in contact with Iran but expressed doubt that Tehran is prepared for serious negotiations to end the conflict.Trump told reporters on Air Force One his administration is talking to Iran, "but I don’t think they are ready.&#...Reuters
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UK to provide over $6 million in emergency funding for Lebanon aid
March 15 (Reuters) - British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on Sunday said the UK will provide over 5 million pounds ($6.62 million) of emergency funding to support humanitarian work of the Lebanese government amid conflict in the region."Today, I am mobilising over 5 million pounds in emergenc...Reuters
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Trump demands other countries help protect Strait of Hormuz
AIR FORCE ONE, March 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he is demanding that other countries help protect the Strait of Hormuz, adding that Washington is in talks with several nations about policing the critical shipping lane for oil and gas.Reuters
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