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Melina Chalkia is a multimedia journalist from Greece, currently based in Chicago. She's pursuing a Bachelor's in Journalism and International Studies at Northwestern University. Melina has previously worked with CNN International, NBC and Scripps News, as a reporter, producer and newsgatherer. She's passionate about international affairs and broadcast journalism. As a student and freelancer, Melina has reported in the field and produced newscasts for student and national networks. She believes…

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McKinney Fire leaves Northern California residents grappling with loss, devastation

McKinney Fire leaves Northern California residents grappling with loss, devastation

As the deadly McKinney Fire spread to nearly 59,000 acres in Northern California, some residents are discover…

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Afghan Women have been fighting for decades to combat injustice and o...

Afghan Women have been fighting for decades to combat injustice and o...

Afghan Women have been fighting for decades to combat injustice and oppression in their homeland. Today, we r…

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Three dead after man opens fire in Indiana mall, police say shooter killed by 'good Samaritan'

Three dead after man opens fire in Indiana mall, police say shooter killed by 'good Samaritan'

Four people were dead, including the suspected shooter, after a man with a long gun entered a mall south of I…

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Flight from London to L.A. diverted to Salt Lake City due to unruly passenger

Flight from London to L.A. diverted to Salt Lake City due to unruly passenger

A Virgin Atlantic flight from London to Los Angeles was diverted to Salt Lake City on Tuesday due to an "unru…

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In Cook County, Black Youth Make Up 70% of the Foster Care System. Advocates Say More Support is ...

In Cook County, Black Youth Make Up 70% of the Foster Care System. Advocates Say More Support is ...

In Cook County, Black youth account for more than 70% of the child welfare system. Meanwhile, Black residents…

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'Native Truths: Our Voices, Our Stories' exhibition opens

'Native Truths: Our Voices, Our Stories' exhibition opens

CHICAGO - The Field Museum opened a new permanent exhibition called "Native Truths: Our Voices, Our Stories."…

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New money deals to rebound, boosted by M&A revival under Trump - Leveraged Finance & Private Credit Outlook

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By Melina Chalkia Verified, Álvaro Ledgard Verified, Ben Miller
| Debtwire Verified
The US leveraged finance market is poised for a year of high issuance, M&A resurgence and robust demand for both syndicated debt and private credit. Yet, uncertainty regarding monetary policies under the new administration is prompting some investors to adopt a selective and cautious approach in what could be a volatile year. Market participants are bullish on 2025 new issuance volumes, driven by refinancings at the start of the year and an uptick in M&A and LBO activity moving forward.
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Trump victory raises hopes for high yield markets, M&A revival

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By Nicholas Morgan, Lavanya Nair Verified, Ayse Kelce Verified, Melina Chalkia Verified
| Debtwire Verified
News (Intelligence) Leverage finance markets cheered Donald Trump’s win on the prospect the former president’s return to the White House will unleash deregulation and M&A, lower taxes and higher economy growth. The president-elect’s favorite word, tariff, is expected to selectively impact companies and sectors. “Overall, I think the election outcome and Trump in general are good for the economy, credit markets and risk appetite,” said one buysider.
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PIMCO’s Forgash eyes surging new money deals led by dividend recaps and M&A financings

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By Melina Chalkia Verified, Ben Miller
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News (Intelligence) Bond behemoth PIMCO expects a big uptick in new money issuance after the November election, with dividend recaps and leveraged buyouts representing a hefty chunk of the new deals.
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