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But even then, it was clear that technology was changing the way we lived our lives. We could communicate instantaneously with people on the other side of the world, access information with a few clicks of a mouse, and connect with others in ways we never thought possible. The pace of change was dizzying, and it felt like the possibilities were endless.
The arrival of these two marquee signings has sent shockwaves through the football world, with many hailing Real Madrid's ambition and financial muscle. The club's "president" has once again proven his commitment to building a squad capable of competing for top honors both domestically and in Europe.The Hammer Wolves, known for their aggressive style of play and unwavering determination, entered the battlefield with a fierce resolve to dominate their opponents. Led by the master tactician Antonio Conte, the team displayed a well-organized defense and swift counterattacks that kept the Steel Hawks on their toes throughout the match. The dynamic duo of striker Sanchez and midfielder Rodriguez posed a constant threat to the opposition's defense, unleashing a series of powerful shots on goal that kept the fans roaring with excitement.
As Klavan transitions from the pitch to the boardroom, his fans and colleagues will undoubtedly be watching closely to see how he tackles this new challenge. With his determination, work ethic, and love for the game, there is no doubt that Klavan has the potential to make a significant impact on the Estonian football scene in the years to come.The incident happened on a busy road in the city, causing a stir among bystanders and creating a tense situation between two drivers. It all started when a sedan accidentally backed into an electric car, causing minor damage to both vehicles. However, rather than staying at the scene like a responsible driver, the driver of the sedan quickly drove away, leaving the electric car driver stunned and angered.
Celebrity chef Matt Tebbutt has been a familiar face on BBC One's Saturday Kitchen since 2009, when he became a regular alongside former host James Martin . Having hosted the hit weekend show since July 2016, Matt has showcased his cooking expertise to the nation weekly for years. But the chef reserves some of his culinary secrets for special occasions, like Christmas. In an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk, the Buckinghamshire-born presenter divulged the specifics of his Christmas dinner table. Matt revealed that he'd be the one "pottering in the kitchen" while cooking lunch for the people he loves this year—something he says is "very convivial and lovely" when there's a bottle of fizz on the go and Christmas carols on the speaker. But the chef made a shocking revelation: His festive feast won't be cooked with an air fryer, and he won't add red wine to his homemade gravy. He told Express.co.uk: "I don't have an air fryer - I've got mixed views on them. I think they're great for one or two people. I just don't, I can't get my head around the fact that in order to keep the food warm while you cook the rest in an air fryer, you've got to put your oven on, so it seems to negate it." Instead, Matt prefers using the oven and stove to whip up a hearty, classic feast. "I'm quite a traditionalist. When it comes to Christmas, I love the sprouts, parsnips, and stuffing," said Matt. The Saturday Kitchen host continued, "I've got a lovely Turkey... I always say, you know, buy the best quality when you can get your hands on it because it makes a big difference about how it's reared, the amount of fat in the skin, and just the flavour of the legs. "So I'm quite excited about my turkey. I've also ordered a goose, and that's pretty indulgent. Goose is expensive. It doesn't yield a lot of meat, but what there is, you only need a few slithers, and it is so delicious. It is worth it - you also get about two pints of goose fat off the thing, which will keep in your fridge quite happily, indefinitely, as long as you keep it." Matt advocates for "well-roasted potatoes and goose fat", which are "just delicious" when combined. But his approach to gravy is more unique. The chef urged those thinking of skipping homemade gravy for granules to realise that making it from scratch is "absolutely worth it". He suggests starting with a base of liquid stock, then adding the juices from "whatever you're roasting", be it a bird of vegetarian alternative. Matt explained: "And then I would add a splash of Madeira - I always have a bottle of Madeira to hand. I think Madeira is just my secret weapon; it gives a little sweetness, warmth from the alcohol, and that lovely Madeira taste. "And then I would put the stock into that and scrape all the bits and pieces off the bottom of the pan, and then just simmer it away, if you roast whatever you're roasting on top of a bed of onions and carrot and celery and garlic, throw some bay leaves in there, some thyme, bit of rosemary, already, you've got a fantastic base." He caveated that with a plea: "Don't make it too thick. The one thing I can't stand is gravy that you know you need to eat with a knife and fork. For some reason, it's quite a traditional thing to make thick gravy. And I don't like that at all." For the sweet treats that are impossible not to indulge in, the TV chef revealed that he's taking a new approach to the festivities this year. Matt won't be saying no to biscuits, cakes or mince pies, and especially not booze. But he is diversifying his options for "grazing". The chef said: "I've been wearing this Lingo device for a couple of weeks. And I suppose what's been interesting is just keeping track of these glucose spikes. I was aware of what sorts of foods create these spikes and dips. I've learned that things like avocados, fibre, low-release sugars, and stuff like that are much more beneficial to maintaining glucose steadily throughout the day." He continued: "It's Christmas. We all indulge. That's what it's all for. I'm still going to be just eating mince pies and cheese and everything, but throughout the day, you kind of, if you can balance with a few nuts here and there, and a bit of protein just to, sort of to moderate it all out, then it's so much the better. "Indulgence is still the key. But if you indulge with the glucose spikes in mind, you can sort of temper it, moderate it. Therefore, you don't get the peaks, you don't get the troughs. You don't get that kind of that five o'clock slump." Matt's top "swaps" this year include swapping indulgent Christmas breakfast items for avocados, yoghurts, and soft-boiled eggs. For dessert, he admitted that the coffee and brandy cake his mum makes him for his birthday on Christmas Eve will still go down as a treat. But those seeking a healthier pudding could look to seasonal fruits like clementines, pomegranates and pineapple. Pair with some Greek yoghurt and roast nuts, then top with cinnamon to complete the festive dish. Celebrity chef and presenter Matt Tebbutt has been working with Lingo to create a series of tips to assist individuals during the festive period. Lingo is designed to help individuals monitor and understand their glucose levels, promote a healthier lifestyle, and empower people to make informed dietary choices, especially during the festive season. For more information, visit Lingo - Your personal metabolic coach
Wall Street inches higher to set more recordsAirline passengers hoping to jet off ahead of the New Year were hit by severe delays, as thick fog caused chaos at the UK’s busiest airports. Gatwick , Heathrow and Manchester, the UK’s three busiest airports, were forced to cancel a number of flights on Friday, with almost all scheduled departures severely delayed due to the troubling weather. Almost every flight from Manchester airport was delayed throughout the day, with the majority being held back by over two hours. Several to destinations such as Guernsey, Dublin, Munich and Hurghada were also delayed by over four hours. A similar story was seen at both Gatwick and Heathrow, with passengers describing chaotic scenes as they waited to see if they would be taking off at all. The country’s main air traffic control (ATC) provider Nats said that temporary air traffic restrictions were put in place at several airports due to widespread fog to “maintain safety”. A spokesperson said: “We continue to monitor the situation and have a Met Office expert embedded within our operation to ensure we have the latest available information. Our teams are working closely with the airports and airlines to minimise disruption.” The UK’s biggest budget airline, EasyJet, said it experiences disruption to its flying programme due to low visibility. A spokesperson said: “While this is outside of our control, we are doing all we can to minimise the impact of the delays.” One man caught up in the chaos was John Mitchell, 47, who was desperate to get back to Aberdeen after finding out his father died on Friday morning. Mr Mitchell, who had been in London visiting friends, booked a last-minute EasyJet flight from Gatwick Airport on Friday which was delayed for more than three hours due to the fog. He said he was “absolutely devastated” and hoped his flight which has been delayed till 10.53pm would actually take off on Friday. “I was actually supposed to be in London till Sunday, but I’ve had a family bereavement. My dad passed away this morning,” Mr Mitchell told the PA news agency. “The flight I booked is for 7.35pm but is now estimated to leave at 10.53pm – nearly three-and-a-half hours late. I’m worried because Aberdeen airport has got restrictions for late flights. “I’m absolutely devastated.” A London Gatwick spokesperson said: “Temporary air traffic restrictions have been put in place due to fog causing poor visibility. “Some flights may be delayed throughout the day. London Gatwick apologises for any inconvenience. Passengers should contact their airline for further information.” As the evening went on, an increasing number of flights were cancelled from Gatwick, Manchester and Heathrow. It was expected that more cancellations could come as flying curfews came into affect later in the evening. Passengers trying to leave the airport were met with more frustration as they described “huge queues” and “no communication” as they tried to collect their luggage. One man trying to leave Gatwick wrote on social media: “@British_Airways an absolute disgrace tonight at @Gatwick_Airport Cancelled flight, then left passengers stranded in departures with no way to leave airport and collect luggage. No communication, nobody on the counters. Complete shambles.” Earlier in the day, passengers in Manchester vented their frustrations on social media, with one writing on X that they were facing a several hour delay but there was no space in airport lounges.
NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers formally asked a judge Monday to throw out his hush money criminal conviction , arguing that continuing the case would present unconstitutional “disruptions to the institution of the Presidency.“ In a filing made public Tuesday, Trump’s lawyers told Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan that anything short of immediate dismissal would undermine the transition of power, as well as the “overwhelming national mandate" granted to Trump by voters last month. They also cited President Joe Biden’s recent pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, who had been convicted of tax and gun charges . “President Biden asserted that his son was ‘selectively, and unfairly, prosecuted,’ and ‘treated differently,’" Trump’s legal team wrote. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, they claimed, had engaged in the type of political theater "that President Biden condemned.” Prosecutors will have until Dec. 9 to respond. They have said they will fight any efforts to dismiss the case but have indicated a willingness to delay the sentencing until after Trump’s second term ends in 2029. In their filing Monday, Trump's attorneys dismissed the idea of holding off sentencing until Trump is out of office as a “ridiculous suggestion.” Following Trump’s election victory last month, Merchan halted proceedings and indefinitely postponed his sentencing, previously scheduled for late November, to allow the defense and prosecution to weigh in on the future of the case. He also delayed a decision on Trump’s prior bid to dismiss the case on immunity grounds. Trump has been fighting for months to reverse his conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to porn actor Stormy Daniels to suppress her claim that they had sex a decade earlier. He says they did not and denies any wrongdoing. The defense filing was signed by Trump lawyers Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, who represented Trump during the trial and have since been selected by the president-elect to fill senior roles at the Justice Department. Taking a swipe at Bragg and New York City, as Trump often did throughout the trial, the filing argues that dismissal would also benefit the public by giving him and “the numerous prosecutors assigned to this case a renewed opportunity to put an end to deteriorating conditions in the City and to protect its residents from violent crime.” Clearing Trump, the lawyers added, would also allow him to “to devote all of his energy to protecting the Nation.” Merchan hasn’t yet set a timetable for a decision. He could decide to uphold the verdict and proceed to sentencing, delay the case until Trump leaves office, wait until a federal appeals court rules on Trump’s parallel effort to get the case moved out of state court or choose some other option. An outright dismissal of the New York case would further lift a legal cloud that at one point carried the prospect of derailing Trump’s political future. Last week, special counsel Jack Smith told courts that he was withdrawing both federal cases against Trump — one charging him with hoarding classified documents at his Florida estate, the other with scheming to overturn the 2020 presidential election he lost — citing longstanding Justice Department policy that shields a president from indictment while in office. The hush money case was the only one of Trump’s four criminal indictments to go to trial, resulting in a historic verdict that made him the first former president to be convicted of a crime. Prosecutors had cast the payout as part of a Trump-driven effort to keep voters from hearing salacious stories about him. Trump’s then-lawyer Michael Cohen paid Daniels. Trump later reimbursed him, and Trump’s company logged the reimbursements as legal expenses — concealing what they really were, prosecutors alleged. Trump has said the payments to Cohen were properly categorized as legal expenses for legal work. A month after the verdict, the Supreme Court ruled that ex-presidents can’t be prosecuted for official acts — things they did in the course of running the country — and that prosecutors can’t cite those actions to bolster a case centered on purely personal, unofficial conduct. Trump’s lawyers cited the ruling to argue that the hush money jury got some improper evidence, such as Trump’s presidential financial disclosure form, testimony from some White House aides and social media posts made during his first term. Prosecutors disagreed and said the evidence in question was only “a sliver” of their case. If the verdict stands and the case proceeds to sentencing, Trump’s punishments would range from a fine to probation to up to four years in prison — but it’s unlikely he’d spend any time behind bars for a first-time conviction involving charges in the lowest tier of felonies. Because it is a state case, Trump would not be able to pardon himself once he returns to office.After an intensive search operation involving law enforcement agencies, volunteers, and concerned citizens, the missing student was finally located in a remote area on the outskirts of town. Reports indicate that she was disoriented and in a state of distress when she was found, prompting immediate medical attention.
FBI Tells Telecom Firms to Boost Security Following Wide-Ranging Chinese Hacking CampaignThe health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Friday hospitals have only two days' fuel left before they must restrict services, after the UN warned aid delivery to the war-devastated territory is being crippled. The warning came a day after the International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant more than a year into the Gaza war. The United Nations and others have repeatedly decried humanitarian conditions, particularly in northern Gaza where Israel said Friday it had killed two commanders involved in Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack that triggered the war. Gaza medics said an overnight Israeli raid on Beit Lahia and nearby Jabalia resulted in dozens killed or missing. Marwan al-Hams, director of Gaza's field hospitals, told reporters all hospitals in the Palestinian territory "will stop working or reduce their services within 48 hours due to the occupation's (Israel's) obstruction of fuel entry". World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said he was "deeply concerned about the safety and well-being of 80 patients, including 8 in the intensive care unit" at Kamal Adwan hospital, one of just two partly operating in northern Gaza. Kamal Adwan director Hossam Abu Safia told AFP it was "deliberately hit by Israeli shelling for the second day" Friday and that "one doctor and some patients were injured". Late Thursday, the UN's humanitarian coordinator for the Palestinian territories, Muhannad Hadi, said: "The delivery of critical aid across Gaza, including food, water, fuel and medical supplies, is grinding to a halt." He said that for more than six weeks Israeli authorities "have been banning commercial imports" while "a surge in armed looting" has hit aid convoys. Vowing to stop Hamas from regrouping, Israel on October 6 began an air and ground operation in Jabalia and then expanded it to Beit Lahia. Gaza's health ministry says the operation has killed thousands. The UN says more than 100,000 have been displaced from the area, and an official told the Security Council last week that people "are effectively starving". Issuing the warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant, the Hague-based ICC said there were "reasonable grounds" to believe they bore "criminal responsibility" for the war crime of starvation as a method of warfare, and crimes against humanity including over "the lack of food, water, electricity and fuel, and specific medical supplies". A furious Netanyahu said: "Israel rejects with disgust the absurd and false actions and accusations made against it." He said the judges were "driven by anti-Semitic hatred of Israel". On Friday, he thanked his Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban for inviting him to visit in defiance of the ICC warrant, which Orban branded "political". Hungary currently holds the rotating EU presidency. US President Joe Biden, whose country is Israel's top military supplier, called the warrants against Israeli leaders "outrageous", but other world leaders supported the court. Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris said Netanyahu would be arrested if he set foot in the country. Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday discussed efforts towards a ceasefire in Lebanon, the White House said. The ICC also issued a warrant for Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif, saying it had grounds to suspect him of war crimes and crimes against humanity over the attacks on Israel that sparked the war, and including "sexual and gender-based violence" against hostages. Israel said it killed Deif in July, but Hamas has not confirmed his death. On Thursday, a UN representative said an Israeli raid on Palmyra in Syria this week was "likely the deadliest" by Israel on the country so far. On Friday, a war monitor said the strikes killed 92 pro-Iran fighters. Israel again bombed Gaza on Friday. In Gaza City, just south of Jabalia, one man who said he took his cousins to hospital after a strike urged "the world... to put an end" to the war. Belal, who gave only his first name, said 10 members of his family had been killed. At least 44,056 people have been killed in Gaza during more than 13 months of war, most of them civilians, according to figures from Gaza's health ministry which the United Nations considers reliable. Hamas triggered the war with the deadliest attack in Israeli history, which resulted in the deaths of 1,206 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures. The war expanded to Lebanon in late September when Israel escalated air strikes against Iran-backed Hezbollah and later sent ground troops into southern Lebanon, after nearly a year of tit-for-tat cross-border exchanges which Hezbollah said were in support of Hamas. Lebanon says more than 3,580 people have been killed in the country, most of them since late September. A strike on Baalbek in the east killed the director of Dar al-Amal university hospital and six colleagues, the health ministry said late Friday. Israeli strikes again targeted Hezbollah's south Beirut stronghold and south Lebanon, the official National News Agency said. UN peacekeepers in south Lebanon have reported being fired on numerous times, blaming both Israel and "non-state" actors. On Friday, Rome said Hezbollah was probably behind rocket fire that lightly wounded four Italian peacekeepers. bur-ami/srm/kirSydney Thomas is turning her sudden fame into some big-time Hollywood capital. Thomas, 21, who went viral as a ring girl during the Jake Paul – Mike Tyson fight , has officially signed with the sports division of Creative Artists Agency (CAA). CAA Sports represents some of the biggest names in athletics, including MLB star Shohei Ohtani , NBA star Devin Booker , NHL star Sidney Crosby and WNBA star Cameron Brink . Thomas broke the news on Sunday, December 1, via a TikTok video highlighting “the craziest week of my life.” In the clip — which included a snapshot from her meeting with CAA — she revealed in the caption that she had officially “signed.” The model originally hinted that she had signed with CAA on November 21, when she posted an Instagram Story featuring two photos from the agency’s LA office. Thomas shared a photo of herself gazing at a message on the CAA office wall, which read in part, “Everyone entering this space has been inspired to be here by an artist, an athlete, an amazing performance, or an unforgettable moment in pop culture.” For Thomas, her unforgettable moment in pop culture came when she worked as a ring girl for the Paul-Tyson fight, which streamed live November 15 on Netflix. Since then, her popularity on social media has exploded —her TikTok follower count alone has surpassed 1 million at the time of publication. In an exclusive interview with Us Weekly after the fight, Thomas said it didn’t take long for her to realize her life had changed. “I woke up and saw how my followers had gone up, and then saw all the news articles that had been written about me,” Thomas — currently in her final year at the University of Alabama — told Us. “I refreshed my feed and it was just pictures of me and memes and everything. I think that was the moment for me where I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, like I really am going viral.’” Thomas admitted her newfound fame had been “overwhelming,” but said she was managing to take everything in stride. “At the same time, I’m also very blessed and very grateful. You know, what a problem to have,” Thomas said. You have successfully subscribed. By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from Us Weekly Check our latest news in Google News Check our latest news in Apple News Looking ahead, Thomas — who will get her degree in “management and entrepreneurship” this spring — expressed excitement about striking while the iron is hot. “I think what’s next for me is to continue building up my social media and continue working with [Paul’s] Most Valuable Promotions and being a ring girl,” she expressed. “I think dialing into the ring girl and modeling aspect of my life and sharing that with my audience that I’ve now built up.” Thomas added, “And then obviously continuing with school, graduating, getting my degree and then seeing where things take me from there.”
Biden will decide on US Steel acquisition after influential panel fails to reach consensus WASHINGTON (AP) — A powerful government panel has failed to reach consensus on the possible national security risks of a nearly $15 billion proposed deal for Nippon Steel of Japan to purchase U.S. Steel. The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States on Monday sent its long-awaited report to President Joe Biden, a longtime opponent of the deal. Some federal agencies represented on the panel were skeptical that allowing a Japanese company to buy an American-owned steelmaker would create national security risks. That's according to a U.S. official familiar with the matter. Both Biden and President-elect Donald Trump opposed the merger and vowed to block it. Nippon Steel says it is confident the deal will go ahead. Nissan and Honda to attempt a merger that would create the world's No. 3 automaker TOKYO (AP) — Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda have announced plans to work toward a merger that would catapult them to a top position in an industry in the midst of tectonic shifts as it transitions away from its reliance on fossil fuels. The two companies said they signed an agreement on integrating their businesses on Monday. Smaller Nissan alliance member Mitsubishi Motors agreed to join the talks. News of a possible merger surfaced earlier this month. Japanese automakers face a strong challenge from their Chinese rivals and Tesla as they make inroads into markets at home and abroad. What a merger between Nissan and Honda means for the automakers and the industry BANGKOK (AP) — Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan will attempt to merge and create the world’s third-largest automaker by sales as the industry undergoes dramatic changes in its transition away from fossil fuels. The two companies said they had signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday and that smaller Nissan alliance member Mitsubishi Motors also had agreed to join the talks on integrating their businesses. Honda will initially lead the new management, retaining the principles and brands of each company. Following is a quick look at what a combined Honda and Nissan would mean for the companies, and for the auto industry. Survey: Small businesses are feeling more optimistic about the economy after the election A survey shows small business owners are feeling more optimistic about the economy following the election. The National Federation of Independent Businesses’ Small Business Optimism Index rose by eight points in November to 101.7, its highest reading since June 2021. The Uncertainty Index declined 12 points in November to 98, following October’s pre-election record high of 110. NFIB Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg said small business owners became more certain about future business conditions following the presidential election, breaking a nearly three-year streak of record high uncertainty. The survey also showed that more owners are also hoping 2025 will be a good time to grow. American Airlines briefly halts flights nationwide after technical issue American Airlines briefly grounded flights nationwide due to a technical issue just as the Christmas travel season kicks into high gear. American flights were cleared to fly by federal regulators about one hour after the ground stop order was issued Tuesday. Just before 7 a.m. Eastern time, the Federal Aviation Administration ordered all American Airlines flights grounded in the U.S. at the airline’s request. American had reported a technical issue affecting its entire system with millions traveling for the holiday. The groundings couldn’t come at a worse time for the millions of travelers expected to fly over the next 10 days. Nordstrom to be acquired by Nordstrom family and a Mexican retail group in $6.25 billion deal Century-old department store Nordstrom has agreed to be acquired and taken private by Nordstrom family members and a Mexican retail group in a $6.25 billion deal. Nordstrom shareholders will receive $24.25 in cash for each share of Nordstrom common stock, representing a 42% premium on the company’s stock as of March 18. Nordstrom’s board of directors unanimously approved the the proposed transaction, while Erik and Pete Nordstrom — part of the Nordstrom family taking over the company — recused themselves from voting. Following the close of the transaction, the Nordstrom Family will have a majority ownership stake in the company. Stock market today: Wall Street holds near breakeven ahead of Christmas Stock indexes are edging higher in morning trading on Wall Street as gains for some Big Tech stocks make up for weakness elsewhere in the market. The S&P 500 was up 0.4% Tuesday. Chip company Broadcom was again helping to pull the index higher. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite was up 0.7%. American Airlines fell 1.2% after the airline briefly grounded flights nationwide due to a technical issue. Treasury yields rose. U.S. markets will close at 1 p.m. Eastern and stay closed Wednesday for Christmas. An analyst looks ahead to how the US economy might fare under Trump WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump won a return to the White House in part by promising big changes in economic policy — more tax cuts, huge tariffs on imports, mass deportations of immigrants working in the United States illegally. In some ways, his victory marked a repudiation of President Joe Biden’s economic stewardship and a protest against inflation. It came despite low unemployment and steady growth under the Biden administration. What lies ahead for the economy under Trump? Paul Ashworth of Capital Economics spoke recently to The Associated Press. The interview has been edited for length and clarity. American consumers feeling less confident in December, Conference Board says American consumers are feeling less confident in December, a business research group says. The Conference Board said Monday that its consumer confidence index fell back in December to 104.7 from 112.8 in November. Consumers had been feeling increasingly confident in recent months. The consumer confidence index measures both Americans’ assessment of current economic conditions and their outlook for the next six months. The measure of Americans’ short-term expectations for income, business and the job market tumbled more than a dozen points to 81.1. The Conference Board says a reading under 80 can signal a potential recession in the near future. Stock market today: Wall Street rises at the start of a holiday-shortened week Stocks closed higher on Wall Street at the start of a holiday-shortened week. The S&P 500 rose 0.7% Monday. Several big technology companies helped support the gains, including chip companies Nvidia and Broadcom. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.2%, and the Nasdaq composite rose 1%. Honda's U.S.-listed shares rose sharply after the company said it was in talks about a combination with Nissan in a deal that could also include Mitsubishi Motors. Eli Lilly rose after announcing that regulators approved Zepbound as the first prescription medicine for adults with sleep apnea. Treasury yields rose in the bond market.