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American Airlines and United Airlines gained 8.6% and 3.7%, respectively, after Bloomberg reported United CEO Scott Kirby had pitched a potential combination between the two carriers, citing people familiar with the matter.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
He was dispatched to meet U.S. officials when Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended a conference in the Caribbean island nation of St. Kitts in February, said people familiar with the matter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026
McCann has not made any public statement on the matter.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
Jorginho has now confirmed the security guard involved was not employed by Roan and that the "matter is now closed".
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
I have instructed my steward to pay the bill in full, and you may put the matter out of your mind.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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