(LONDON) Japanese bank Nomura announced yesterday that it was advising the 'Red Knights' about a potential acquisition of Manchester United amid growing supporter unrest over its ownership by the Glazer family.

(WASHINGTON) The number of US workers filing new applications for unemployment benefits fell slightly less than expected last week, hinting at a slow labour market recovery.

(WASHINGTON) US Senate Banking Committee members have agreed to include in their regulatory overhaul bill a new Office of Research and Analysis that would provide early warnings of possible systemic collapses, members from both parties said on Wednesday.