During a diplomatic visit to Qatar, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that fears of a worsening conflict with Iran were the central theme of his discussions with Gulf partners, urging Tehran to cease hostilities and return to negotiations.
Iranian naval forces have intercepted two vessels in the Gulf waters, confiscating more than one million liters of what authorities describe as illicit fuel. The crews, comprising 15 foreign nationals, face legal proceedings.
Marius Borg Høiby, stepson of Crown Prince Haakon, faced intense questioning on the second day of his high-profile trial, denying allegations he drugged a woman he is accused of raping. The case has captivated Norway and intensified scrutiny on the monarchy's public standing.
Latvian authorities have initiated a formal investigation into potential human trafficking and sexual exploitation of its citizens, prompted by references to Latvian models and agencies in the recently unsealed Jeffrey Epstein files.
The Department of Homeland Security is withdrawing 700 officers from Minnesota, following weeks of heightened tensions and fatal incidents. The move, described by the administration as a shift towards a 'softer touch,' leaves approximately 2,000 federal agents in the state as local officials demand a full withdrawal.
While UBS's global wealth management arm saw robust client inflows from Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, its Americas business suffered significant outflows, driven by ongoing advisor departures following compensation changes.
A secluded compound housing Syrian Shiite refugees in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley has become a focal point for regional anxieties, exposing unresolved fears and geopolitical tensions that outlasted the fall of the Assad regime.
The Hong Kong Federation of Students, a pivotal force in the city's social movements for decades, has voted to dissolve, citing an untenable operating environment and severe pressures on its members.
Shares of homebuilder Taylor Morrison (TMHC) climbed nearly 7% following reports of its involvement in a major private affordable housing initiative pitched to the White House and its recognition on Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies list, sparking investor debate over the firm's future trajectory.
In an exclusive interview, Demetrius Johnson, TD Bank's newly appointed Carolinas Market President, reflects on his two-decade journey from a Philadelphia teller window to regional leadership, emphasizing the enduring importance of community connection in an era of rapid technological change.
Vitalik Buterin's suggestion to revise Ethereum's long-held scaling strategy, moving away from a primary reliance on Layer 2 networks, has sent shockwaves through the ecosystem. Founders of major scaling projects are now defending their value proposition, emphasizing specialization beyond mere transaction processing.
With a 5.6% yield and three decades of dividend growth, Enbridge offers investors a rare combination of income and stability as the global energy landscape evolves.
National early childhood education franchise The Learning Experience announces aggressive expansion in central Ohio, planning four new centers in the next two years to meet soaring local demand.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a public apology to victims of Jeffrey Epstein, expressing regret over his December appointment of Peter Mandelson as U.S. Ambassador after learning of the "depth and darkness" of Mandelson's friendship with the convicted sex offender.
France's largest bank reported a 28% jump in fourth-quarter net profit, driven by robust revenue growth across its divisions, while outlining more ambitious financial goals through 2028.
A federal bankruptcy judge has approved a settlement for the stalled Oceanwide Plaza project, potentially unlocking a sale that could finally address the graffiti-covered downtown Los Angeles eyesore ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
Choice Hotels International has launched a next-generation prototype for its Everhome Suites brand, targeting cost-conscious developers and long-term guests with a design that cuts construction costs by 13% per room while expanding capacity.
South Australian police have named a suspect in the four-month disappearance of August "Gus" Lamont, a child who vanished from a remote sheep station. The individual, who lived at the property and has since withdrawn cooperation, is known to the boy.
Amazon's stock, which underperformed the market in 2025, braces for another challenging year as persistent tariffs drive up costs and pressure price-sensitive shoppers, CEO Andy Jassy warns.
The Grand Emperor Hotel in Macau has removed and sold the 79 kilograms of real gold bricks that once lined its famed lobby floor, netting $12.8 million. The sale capitalizes on high gold prices and funds a broader renovation as the property pivots away from its casino roots.
