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ArcPoint Expands Globally with Institutional Intelligence Platform for Modern Investors

ArcPoint Expands Globally with Institutional Intelligence Platform for Modern Investors

Fast-growing financial technology company combines AI-powered market intelligence, institutional-grade tools, and human expertise within a platform designed to bring sophisticated technology closer to individual investors.

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US seeks 11th Presidents Cup win in a row over global foes

US seeks 11th Presidents Cup win in a row over global foes

United States golfers will try to stretch their win streak to 11 while the Internationals seek their first victory since 1988 when the 16th Presidents Cup begins Thursday at Medinah.

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Ronaldo focussing on 'present' ahead of Wales test

Ronaldo focussing on 'present' ahead of Wales test

Cristiano Ronaldo said he is focused on "the present", refusing to set a date for his international retirement when he appeared before the press on Wednesday, on the eve of the Nations League match against Wales.

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McDonald's to boost franchisees as inflation weighs on consumers

McDonald's to boost franchisees as inflation weighs on consumers

McDonald's unveiled plans Wednesday to steer $8.5 billion to franchisees for restaurant remodels and technology upgrades as it prepares for an inflation-challenged consumer economy for the foreseeable future.

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Outgoing UN chief makes final climate push at New York summit

Outgoing UN chief makes final climate push at New York summit

After accusing fossil fuel interests of treating the atmosphere like an "open sewer," outgoing UN chief Antonio Guterres is set to host his final climate summit Wednesday at the world organization's New York headquarters.

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Grief and pain flow at hearing for Canadian suicide poison vendor

Grief and pain flow at hearing for Canadian suicide poison vendor

Relatives of people who committed suicide using poison sold by a Canadian man gave wrenching accounts of pain and loss Wednesday in court before a judge tasked with deciding the former chef's prison term.

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Archaelogical 'breakthrough' could confirm origins of Paris

Archaelogical 'breakthrough' could confirm origins of Paris

An ancient wall discovered in central Paris was hailed as a "major breakthrough" on Wednesday, as the archaeological find may have settled a long-standing debate about the location of the city's original settlement.

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Weinstein resentenced to 15 years in prison for 2006 sex assault

Weinstein resentenced to 15 years in prison for 2006 sex assault

Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, who was at the center of abuse allegations that spurred the #MeToo movement in Hollywood, was resentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison for sexually assaulting a former production assistant.

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Stocks dip, oil soars despite Trump hailing "productive" Iran talks

Stocks dip, oil soars despite Trump hailing "productive" Iran talks

Stock markets fell on Wednesday while oil rose sharply as investors weighed the chances of a deal to end the Mideast war, after US President Donald Trump had hailed "very good" talks at the United Nations between US and Iranian representatives.

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Fendi brings disco bling, Italian style, to Milan Fashion Week

Fendi brings disco bling, Italian style, to Milan Fashion Week

Fendi's Maria Grazia Chiuri unveiled a wardrobe of sensual, sheer, 1970s-influenced looks Wednesday at Milan Fashion Week, inspired by legendary performer Raffaella Carra.

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