Wildfires ravaging Argentina's Patagonia region have breached a UNESCO World Heritage site, fueling a political firestorm over President Javier Milei's deep cuts to environmental and emergency funding.
Meta Platforms heads to a Santa Fe courtroom next week to defend itself in a high-stakes lawsuit. The State of New Mexico alleges the social media giant's platforms facilitated the sexual exploitation of minors and harmed their mental health for profit, marking the first such case against Meta to reach a jury.
South Africa has ordered Israel's chargé d'affaires to leave the country within 72 hours, citing "unacceptable violations" of diplomatic protocol and a direct challenge to its sovereignty, further straining relations already tense over the ICJ genocide case.
Israeli authorities announce the reopening of the Rafah crossing this Sunday, ending a nearly two-year blockade of Gaza's sole passage to Egypt.
Tasmanian police believe they have found the remains of Celine Cremer, a Belgian hiker missing since 2023, along with clothing items including a polar fleece jacket, following a renewed search near Philosopher's Falls.
German automotive giant Bosch reports a sharp 45% drop in operating profit for 2025, driven by heavy restructuring charges, intense global competition, and delayed returns on future-tech investments.
Chevron Corp. reported a drop in fourth-quarter earnings that nonetheless beat analyst expectations, as the oil giant emphasized operational efficiency to navigate lower crude prices. The company, the sole U.S. producer active in Venezuela, signaled it is assessing further investment opportunities in the country following recent geopolitical shifts.
African tech startups secured a record $1.64 billion in debt financing last year, a pivotal shift as mature firms seek alternative capital to fuel growth while retaining ownership, according to a new industry report.
Israel announces the reopening of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt this Sunday, permitting limited two-way movement for Palestinians after nearly 24 months of tight restrictions. The move is seen as a key development in international ceasefire efforts.
Wall Street firms have issued a series of bullish upgrades for Karman Holdings Inc. (KRMN), significantly raising revenue projections and price targets for the specialty materials company as growth expectations accelerate.
Campbell Soup Company will close its Hyannis, Massachusetts snack facility by April, consolidating production of Cape Cod and Kettle Brand chips at other US plants amid declining sales in its snacks division.
Federal prosecutors unseal indictments against the CEO and senior vice president of First Brands Group, alleging a complex financial fraud that contributed to the company's recent bankruptcy.
The advisory firm sold a $3.4 million portion of its First Trust Managed Municipal ETF (FMB) holding while maintaining a core $16 million position, signaling a potential tactical adjustment within a tax-advantaged income strategy.
Hilton Grand Vacations is moving to integrate its recent acquisition of Bluegreen Vacations, a strategic push aimed at achieving cost savings and unlocking cross-selling potential across an expanded resort network. The success of this complex merger is seen as a critical test of HGV's operational prowess and its ability to compete more effectively in the vacation ownership sector.
Alibaba's logistics arm Cainiao and autonomous driving firm Zelos Technology have merged to form a standalone robovan business, valued at approximately $2 billion. The move signals a strategic push into automated delivery solutions within China's competitive e-commerce landscape, as the tech giant seeks new growth engines beyond its core operations.
A dramatic surge in SuperX AI Technology's share price has spotlighted its concentrated ownership structure, with private companies holding a dominant 34% stake and reaping the largest rewards from the recent rally. As the AI-driven healthcare sector heats up, investor attention turns to who holds the reins at this promising but closely held firm.
Hilltop Holdings (HTH) delivered a strong fourth-quarter performance, beating earnings estimates and announcing an 11% dividend increase alongside a new $125 million share repurchase program, fueling a rally in its stock price.
Klarna Group faces a dual challenge: surging commercial demand for its 'buy now, pay later' services and intensifying legal scrutiny over alleged IPO disclosure failures regarding credit risk. The stock's sharp decline shifts investor focus to upcoming quarterly results and credit quality metrics.
Atlassian's stock fell over 6% following the announcement of Anthropic's AI task-management agent 'Cowork,' seen as a direct challenger to Jira and Trello. The sell-off highlights investor jitters over intensifying competition in AI-powered productivity tools, compounded by ongoing cybersecurity concerns and strategic shifts within the company.
Fortinet's latest platform upgrade aims to consolidate cloud security management, targeting operational efficiency and investor confidence as it battles rivals in a crowded market.
