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Syria Announces Plan to Shutter Notorious ISIS-Linked Camps, Raising Questions Over Fate of Thousands

Damascus has declared its intention to permanently close the sprawling al-Hol and Roj displacement camps in northeast Syria, which house over 28,000 people connected to the Islamic State. The move, confirmed by officials and aid groups, sparks urgent debate about the future of detainees, including foreign nationals.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Amnesty Hopes Rise Among IS-Linked Foreign Women in Syrian Camp as Government Offensive Shifts Power

Foreign women detained in Syria's Roj camp, linked to the Islamic State group, see a potential path to freedom following a government offensive that weakened their Kurdish guards. As political dynamics shift, their hopes for amnesty or repatriation collide with international reluctance and an uncertain future for the camps.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Consumer Campaign Targets Hannaford's Pricing and Practices, Yet Shoppers Show Limited Awareness

A months-long advocacy campaign criticizing Hannaford's pricing and animal welfare policies has gained little traction among Maine shoppers, many of whom remain loyal to the dominant grocer despite concerns over affordability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Applied Digital Bets Big on AI Infrastructure with Hyperscale Leases and New 430MW Campus

Applied Digital is making a decisive pivot from cryptocurrency mining to high-performance AI data center infrastructure, securing major long-term leases and breaking ground on a new campus designed for large-scale AI workloads, as demand for specialized compute power surges.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Campbell Soup Shutters Hyannis Plant, Consolidates Snack Production Amid Strategic Overhaul

Campbell Soup Company announces the closure of its Hyannis, Massachusetts snacks facility, consolidating Cape Cod and Kettle Brand production. The move signals a significant supply chain realignment as the CPB stock shows mixed performance, raising questions about long-term value and market positioning.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Campbell's to Close Historic Cape Cod Chip Plant, Ending a Local Era

Campbell Soup Company will shutter its Hyannis, Massachusetts facility, the original home of Cape Cod Potato Chips, citing economic inefficiency. The closure, affecting 49 jobs, marks a strategic shift of production to larger plants as the snack giant consolidates its network.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Campbell's Shutters Historic Cape Cod Chip Plant, Cutting 49 Jobs in Cost-Cutting Move

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.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Musk Denies Epstein Association, Claims Media Smear Campaign Amid Email Revelations

Elon Musk has issued a forceful rebuttal to allegations linking him to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following the release of emails showing past correspondence. The tech mogul asserts he is being unfairly targeted and positions himself as a champion for Epstein's victims.

Feb 2, 2026

World

New Camp in Lebanon's Hermel Provides Refuge for Shiite Muslims Displaced from Syria

Thousands of Shiite Muslims who fled Syria following the 2024 fall of the Assad government have settled into a newly opened housing compound in northeastern Lebanon, funded by Shiite institutions and Hezbollah, offering a permanent solution after years of temporary shelter.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Alibaba Bets Big on AI: New Chip, Upgraded Qwen Model, and Aggressive Lunar New Year Push

Alibaba Group is making a major strategic push into artificial intelligence, launching a proprietary AI chip to challenge Nvidia, upgrading its Qwen models, and planning a massive marketing campaign for its AI app during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

UFC Inks Multi-Year Deal with Good Greek, Expanding Year-Round Sponsorship Footprint

TKO Group Holdings' UFC has secured a new, multi-year marketing partnership with Good Greek Moving & Storage. The agreement will feature brand integration across UFC Fight Nights, Dana White's Contender Series, and athlete ambassador campaigns, signaling a continued push to monetize its combat sports audience beyond traditional media rights.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Delaware Defies the 'Dexit' Drama: Corporate Influx Surges Despite High-Profile Exodus

Despite vocal campaigns by Elon Musk and other tech leaders urging companies to abandon Delaware, new data reveals the state experienced a significant surge in corporate formations in 2025, solidifying its dominant position.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Early-Stage Drilling Hits Broad Mineralization at Troubadour's Senneville Project in Quebec

Initial drill results from the Senneville gold-silver-copper property in Quebec's prolific Val-d'Or camp have intersected significant near-surface mineralization, with intervals up to 57.8 meters, marking a promising start to the multi-phase exploration campaign.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Alibaba Bets $431 Million on AI App Push During Lunar New Year, Intensifying Tech Rivalry

Alibaba Group has pledged 3 billion yuan ($431 million) to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar campaigns by rivals Tencent and Baidu and marking a major escalation in China's competitive AI landscape.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Alibaba Bets Big on AI with $431 Million Lunar New Year Push, Escalating Tech Rivalry

Alibaba Group has announced a massive 3 billion yuan ($431 million) campaign to promote its Qwen AI app during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, significantly outpacing similar efforts by rivals Tencent and Baidu. The move intensifies a high-stakes battle for user adoption in China's rapidly evolving artificial intelligence sector.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Tragedy at NAU: Freshman Found Dead Following Fraternity Rush Event, Three Members Face Hazing Charges

Three members of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity at Northern Arizona University have been arrested on hazing charges following the death of an 18-year-old student after an off-campus party, reigniting national debate over Greek life risks and accountability.

Feb 2, 2026

US

GOP Hopeful Knight Takes Aim at Minnesota's Sanctuary Stance, Vows to Restore 'Rule of Law'

Republican gubernatorial candidate Patrick Knight criticizes the Walz administration's approach to immigration enforcement, linking it to broader issues of governance and a recent fraud scandal, as he pitches a back-to-basics campaign platform.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Arizona Fraternity Leaders Arrested Following Student's Death at Pledge Event

Three executive members of a Northern Arizona University fraternity have been charged with hazing after an 18-year-old student died during an off-campus rush event, prompting a university suspension and renewed scrutiny of Greek life practices.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cape Cod Chips Production Shifts Away from Namesake Region, Consolidates in Hanover and Beyond

Campbell's Company announces the closure of its Hyannis, Mass. plant, moving Cape Cod and Kettle Brand chip production to Hanover, Pa., Wisconsin, and North Carolina, impacting local jobs and severing a geographic brand tie.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Atlassian Faces Dual Threat: Security Breach Fears and AI Rivalry Compound Stock Woes

Atlassian confronts a mounting identity theft campaign targeting its systems while rival Anthropic launches a competing AI collaboration tool, adding pressure to a stock already down over 50% in the past year.

Jan 30, 2026