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The 16 competitors in the Eurovision Song Contest's second semi-final went through a last dress rehearsal marked by protests Thursday ahead of a show when six of them will crash out.

US set to lose $12.5 bn in foreign tourism in 2025: industry
The United States is on track to lose some $12.5 billion in revenue from foreign tourists this year, a tourism industry group said Thursday, as the Trump administration has led a crackdown in immigrants.

US retail sales little changed, signs of pullback after pre-tariff rush
Retail sales in the United States were near-flat in April, government data showed Thursday, with indications that spending is slowing after consumers rushed to beat higher prices from President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

US Fed chair warns of potential for 'more persistent' supply shocks
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday warned of the possibility of "more persistent" supply shocks, as US central bankers met for talks against a backdrop of uncertainty kicked up by Donald Trump's tariff rollout.

New Cannes Festival policy bans actor accused of rape
The Cannes film festival barred an actor in a prominent French film from the red carpet on Thursday because of sexual assault allegations, unveiling a new policy under pressure from lawmakers and activists.

'Paradigm shift': Germany says to meet Trump's NATO spending target
Germany under new Chancellor Friedrich Merz surprised NATO allies on Thursday by signalling plans to massively boost defence spending to five percent of GDP as demanded by US President Donald Trump.

Struggling steel giant Thyssenkrupp's shares slump after profit hit
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French chauffeur to face trial over alleged theft from UK minister
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China's Alibaba posts annual revenue increase despite spending slump
Internet giant Alibaba posted on Thursday a six percent increase in annual revenue, the latest positive sign for China's tech sector despite persisting economic uncertainties that include sluggish spending and threatened trade.

Tracking the disinfo on Macron's 'cocaine use' in Ukraine
Unsubstantiated claims of supposed cocaine use by French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on a train to Ukraine last weekend may have started from a French account.

Germany's Commerzbank staff protest UniCredit takeover threat
Dressed as a Gallic warrior fighting Roman invaders or wearing the yellow of the Commerzbank logo, employees from the German lender protested Thursday against any takeover attempt by Italy's UniCredit.

China warns Panama ports deal firms to 'proceed with caution'
China urged parties involved in Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison's sale of Panama Canal ports to exercise "caution" Thursday, warning of legal consequences should they proceed without clearance from Beijing.

China's Alibaba says annual revenue up six percent year-on-year
Internet giant Alibaba posted on Thursday a six percent increase in annual revenue, the latest positive sign for China's tech sector despite persisting economic uncertainties.

India says Pakistan nuclear arsenal should be under UN surveillance
Pakistan's nuclear arsenal should be under the surveillance of the UN's nuclear watchdog, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Thursday, following a four-day conflict between Islamabad and New Delhi last week.

UK economy grows above forecasts, but tariffs threaten progress
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Eurovision: the 16 acts in second semifinal
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Israel in Eurovision spotlight at second semifinal
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Can cash handouts replace aid? Kenya offers some answers
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Cuban cigarillo factory overwhelmed by burning demand overseas
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Croatian town pays grandparents for childcare
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Dengue, chikungunya may soon be endemic in Europe: research
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Reddit founder Ohanian buys stake in Chelsea women's team
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'I thought she'd survive': Story of slain Gaza photojournalist touches Cannes
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Stocks drop as fresh trade news awaited, oil down on Iran hopes
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PEDEVCO Announces Q1 2025 Financial Results and Operations Update
HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 15, 2025 / PEDEVCO Corp. (NYSE American:PED) ("PEDEVCO" or the "Company"), an energy company engaged in the acquisition and development of strategic, high growth energy projects in the U.S., today announced its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2025 and provided an operations update.

SWK Holdings Corporation Announces Financial Results for First Quarter 2025
Conference Call Scheduled for Friday, May 16, 2025, at 09:00 a.m. CSTCorporate HighlightsFirst quarter 2025 GAAP net income was $4.5 million, compared with GAAP net income of $0.5 million for the first quarter 2024.First quarter 2025 finance receivables segment adjusted non-GAAP net income was $8.6 million, compared with adjusted non-GAAP net income of $2.3 million for the first quarter 2024.As of March 31, 2025, net finance receivables, excluding finance receivables held for sale, were $223.1 million, a 14.5% decrease from March 31, 2024.The first quarter 2025 effective yield was 14.5%, a 30 basis points increase from first quarter 2024.As of March 31, 2025, GAAP book value per share was $23.94, a 6.8% increase from $22.42 on March 31, 2024.As of March 31, 2025, non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share was $21.73, an 10.5% increase from $19.66 as of March 31, 2024.After the quarter closed, SWK monetized the majority of the royalty portfolio for approximately book value and paid a $4.00 per share dividend.

Blue Dolphin Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results
● Net income of $2.2 million, or $0.15 per share.● Total gross profit of $6.1 million.● Consolidated earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation, and amortization ("EBITDA") of $5.1 million.● Refining EBITDA of $4.9 million.

1847 Holdings Reports 384% Revenue Growth to $10.1 Million in Q1 2025
Gross Profit Rises 478% to $5.2 Million; Improves Net Loss from Continuing Operations by $10.4 Million to $227 ThousandReaffirms 2025 Guidance for Net Income of ~$1.3 Million on Revenue of Over $45 Million; Projects 2026 Net Income of ~$5.0 Million on Revenue of More than $60 Million

5 Preventive Dental Treatments You Should Know
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Endo GUC Trust Provides Its First Quarter 2025 Report
WHITE PLAINS, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 15, 2025 / Matthew Dundon, Trustee of the Endo GUC Trust, formed upon the exit from Chapter 11 proceedings of Endo International plc and its affiliated debtors, announced that the Endo GUC Trust has released the attached financial statements and discussion for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, supplemented by a summary of material events which occurred from April 1, 2025 to May 13, 2025.

D. Boral Capital Acted as Exclusive Placement Agent to ADS-TEC Energy (Nasdaq: ADSE) in connection with its up to $50.0 Million Registered Direct Offering
Transaction Highlights:Secured aggregate gross proceeds of up to $50 million from leading institutional investors, consisting of $50 million senior secured convertible note due 2028 to be provided in two tranches of $15 million and $35 million.New capital to drive growth in Europe and North America, supporting long-term revenue-generating infrastructureExpansion into full-service provider model, enabling multi-revenue streams including ultra-fast charging, energy trading, and advertisingExclusive projects secured at over 300 locations across Germany, with international rollout underwayCompany expects significant recurring revenue starting late 2025 into 2026The transaction was fully subscribed, and the subscription period has concluded. The offering closed on May 2, 2025.

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