As the end of its term nears, the U.S. Supreme Court can always be expected to deliver a big ruling or two. One landed early, clearing the way for sports gambling all across America. —David E. Rovella Here are today's top storiesBorrowers in the U.S. are defaulting on subprime auto loans at a higher rate than during the financial crisis. Lenders are responding by pulling back. Israeli soldiers killed at least 55 Palestinians near the Gaza Strip's border as thousands gathered to protest Monday's inauguration of the new U.S. embassy in Jerusalem. Everyone knows Wall Street hasn't been Wall Street for a long time. But the big firms, having left downtown for midtown long ago, are on the move again. This time, they're headed west. President Donald Trump's decision to assist Chinese phone company ZTE Corp. was greeted with bipartisan jeers. Trump defended the move. Then there's NAFTA. Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. are pushing back deadlines, putting any deal on updating the free-trade pact further away. Casino magnate Steve Wynn's plan to sell a pair of Picasso paintings for as much as $105 million was derailed after one of them was damaged. What's Joe Wiesenthal thinking about? The Bloomberg executive editor takes issue with words such as "miss" being used to describe inflation numbers that come in lower than expected. After all, most Americans would prefer lower prices. Analyst language, Joe says, may need adjustment. What you'll need to know tomorrowMelania Trump is in the hospital following surgery for a kidney condition.Amazon is trying to out-Google Google when it comes to advertising.How to lease a $50,000 BMW for about $50 a month. Seriously.That guy from "The Big Short" says you should short this big bank's stock.The European Union's poorest members want to adopt the Euro.In the U.S., you have the right to own a gun, but not to sell one.The biggest pot deal ever just happened in Canada, and it cost $2.3 billion.Sponsor Content by Vivatech Viva Technology is the world’s rendezvous for startups and leaders to celebrate innovation. This event gathers the world’s brightest minds, talents, and technology in Paris on the 24th-26th of May 2018. With more than 68 000 visitors last year, the 2018 edition will be even greater as startups, business leaders, investors, students and media from around the world will descend on Paris for three packed days. Come and see Satya Nadella, CEO of MICROSOFT – Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of UBER – Eric Schmidt, Technical Advisor & member of the board of ALPHABET INC. and many other top speakers take the stage. Discover the complete list of speakers here: https://vivatechnology.com/speakers This year, VivaTech promises to be internationally prominent, a key business accelerator and a gateway to even more immersive experiences with autonomous vehicles, robot parades and virtual reality … Get your pass now and get a 30% discount with this code: FPA23ASE What you'll want to read tonightPrince Harry and Meghan MarklePhotographer: Chris Jackson/Getty Images EuropeBritish bookies tend to take bets on pretty much anything, from election results to who’ll be the next James Bond. In 2011, it was all about the union of Prince William and Kate Middleton. Wagering on all things royal this year, especially Saturday's royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, could top $5 million. Like Bloomberg's Evening Briefing? Subscribe to Bloomberg All Access and get much, much more. You'll get our unmatched global news coverage and two in-depth daily newsletters, The Bloomberg Open and The Bloomberg Close.
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