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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella speaks at an event commemorating the 50th anniversary of the company at Microsoft headquarters in Redmond, Washington, on April 4, 2025.David RyderMicrosoft shares rose about 9% in extended trading on Wednesday after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly results, driven by its Azure cloud business, and issued surprisingly strong guidanceHere’s how the company performed in comparison with LSEG consensus:Earnings per share: $3.46 vs. $3.22 expectedRevenue: $70.07 billion vs. $68.42 billion expectedMicrosoft called for revenue in the range of $73.15 billion to $74.25 billion. The middle of the range was higher than LSEG’s $72.26 billion consensus. The company…

SINGAPORE: China’s national flag was recently unfurled on a disputed reef in the South China Sea by its uniformed troops, an act broadcast by state media in what analysts believe to be a first public display in decades of what had previously been quiet actions. In contrast with how Chinese fishermen, maritime militia, and even civilian groups have planted flags on disputed reefs, rocks, and islands in the contentious waterway since the 1990s, observers say China’s latest move is a pointed show of control aimed at reflecting its readiness to confront potential escalation amid rising tensions with the United States.…

The Norwegian Pearl cruise ship anchored off shore on January 07, 2022 in Miami Beach, Florida.Joe Raedle | Getty ImagesThe cruise industry is on the lookout for rough seas ahead when it comes to consumer confidence and travel budgets.For instance, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reports some “choppiness” in cruises booked to Europe from the United States in the third quarter.”It was actually booking really, really well till about a month or two ago. And then the American consumer seemed to be a little skittish about doing far-from-home travel,” CEO Harry Sommer told CNBC Wednesday.Norwegian shares declined more than 7% Wednesday…

Barcelona and Inter Milan shared a compelling 3-3 draw in a high-octane Champions League semifinal first leg clash. The Italian side raced to a two-goal lead on Wednesday with superb strikes from Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries, before the unstoppable Lamine Yamal pulled Barca back into it with a sublime solo effort. Ferran Torres levelled for the five-time champions and, although Inter nosed ahead through Dumfries again, a Yann Sommer own goal left the tie on a knife-edge at the halfway stage. Inter were desperately hoping Thuram would be fit to play after a thigh injury, and he showed precisely…

Ukraine has signed a deal with the United States, giving the U.S. access to Ukraine’s rare minerals as it continues to work with the Trump administration in an effort to end its three-year war with Russia. Ukrainian Economy Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko flew to Washington, D.C., on Wednesday to help finalize the deal.  In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Office, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, right, and President Donald Trump, talk as they attend the funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican, Saturday. (Ukrainian Presidential Press Office via AP)”On behalf of the Government of Ukraine, I signed…

President Trump has a message for the nation’s children: Prepare to sacrifice for your country.He was taking questions at the end of one of his marathon cabinet meetings when he finally allowed that, yes, his tariff policies and the trade war he has set off with China may soon result in some emptier-than-usual shelves in stores. Specifically, toy stores.“You know, somebody said, ‘Oh, the shelves are going to be open,’” Mr. Trump said. “Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know? And maybe the two dolls will cost a couple of bucks more than…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! ESPN broadcasters Stephen A. Smith and Chris Russo teed off on Bill Belichick on Wednesday over the fiasco surrounding his awkward interview and complaints about media not doing enough to focus on the book he’s trying to promote.Belichick’s interview on “CBS News Sunday Morning” has been the talk of the sports world since it aired on Sunday — particularly, Jordon Hudson chiming in to shut down a question about how the two met. Hudson then released an April 10 email allegedly showcasing Belichick’s complaints about another story that was going to be…

Jonathan Pedneault has resigned as co-leader of the Green Party after acknowledging the “disappointing” outcome for the party in Monday’s election. In a statement posted online Wednesday morning, Pedneault wrote that while he was proud of the party’s platform and the values it brought to the campaign, he took responsibility for the result — which saw him finish fifth in his own riding as the party lost incumbent MP Mike Morrice and decreased its share of the popular vote.“Twice now, I have failed to convince my fellow citizens to send me to Ottawa,” Pedneault posted to X.“I failed to secure…

King Charles has shared a touching tribute to the people who “support cancer patients and their loved ones”, sharing an insight into his own cancer journey and sharing an inspiring message for those just learning of their diagnosis.“Each diagnosis, each new case, will be a daunting and at times frightening experience for those individuals and their loved ones,” King Charles said.“But as one among those statistics myself, I can vouch for the fact that it can also be an experience that brings into sharp focus the very best of humanity.”“It has certainly given me an even deeper appreciation of the…

President Trump’s deportation in March of more than 200 alleged gang members from Venezuela to a maximum-security prison in El Salvador has emerged as a flashpoint in his administration’s use of wartime powers to expel immigrants.Lawyers for those deported say the March 15 operation circumvented due process and swept up those who are not gang members. The Supreme Court is now poised to weigh in on how the White House has sought to apply the Alien Enemies Act, which had previously only been invoked by presidents in time of war.A team of reporters from The New York Times reviewed court…