A male tourist in his 60s was killed in a violent encounter with a wild bull elephant, marking the third confirmed fatality linked to the same animal. Park authorities are now weighing intervention options as human-wildlife conflict escalates.
President-elect Laura Fernandez turns to El Salvador's controversial leader Nayib Bukele for guidance, signaling a hardline shift in tackling Costa Rica's escalating drug trade violence, including plans for a Bukele-style mega-prison.
Bitcoin has extended its losing streak to four months, its longest since 2018, as a macro-driven sell-off triggers a wave of liquidations and pushes market sentiment into 'extreme fear' territory. Analysts are now watching key technical levels to gauge if a floor is forming.
The United States and India have announced a significant trade agreement, dramatically reducing tariffs after months of tension. The deal, linked to India halting Russian oil purchases, aims to boost bilateral trade and supply chain diversification.
Amid a volatile market for mining stocks, Ramelius Resources stands out with a consistently high Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 30%, significantly outpacing its industry peers and fueling its multi-bagger potential.
A new national report reveals Wegmans Food Markets experienced one of the steepest declines in customer satisfaction among major grocers in 2026, as economic pressures reshape shopping priorities toward value and convenience.
As cargo theft evolves from petty crime to sophisticated, high-value scams, logistics firms like Echo Global Logistics are deploying advanced AI and human vigilance in a high-stakes battle for security. Senior VP Jeff Starr details the new frontline in freight fraud.
UPS's ambitious free cash flow target for 2026 appears to secure its hefty dividend, but a closer look reveals reliance on asset sales, deep cost cuts, and reduced capital investment—a strategy that may be mortgaging its long-term expansion.
Abbott Laboratories moves to acquire cancer-testing leader Exact Sciences in a landmark deal, signaling a strategic shift toward high-growth diagnostics while simultaneously restructuring its challenged Nutrition business.
A new Deloitte report urges enterprises to embed accountability and oversight from the start, arguing that governance is not a barrier but an accelerator for scaling autonomous AI systems.
A 65-year-old Thai tourist was killed by a bull elephant with a known history of aggression in Khao Yai National Park, marking the animal's third human fatality and prompting urgent discussions on wildlife management strategies.
In the oil-rich state of Zulia, PDVSA workers and pensioners view sweeping industry reforms, enacted after U.S. political intervention, with a volatile mix of fragile hope and deep-seated skepticism. While some anticipate long-awaited economic relief, others dismiss the changes as political theater unlikely to reverse decades of decline.
A detailed look at the SPDR Gold Shares (GLD) and iShares Silver Trust (SLV) reveals a tale of two metals: one prized for stability, the other for its volatile potential. For investors navigating uncertain markets, the choice between them hinges on more than just recent returns.
Pioneer Bancorp reported a 33% surge in net income to $20.3 million for 2025, driven by loan growth and a new initiative to trade municipal bonds, as the regional bank expands its revenue streams.
As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and the ESG debate evolves, major banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reassert shareholder influence and align investment stewardship with client values.
Ukraine's defense minister confirms collaborative efforts with SpaceX have yielded initial success in countering Russia's unauthorized use of Starlink terminals to guide attack drones, with a new verification system imminent.
The latest partial government shutdown has forced a delay in the highly anticipated January employment data, marking a recurring disruption to the nation's economic indicators and leaving markets and policymakers in the dark.
In a significant diplomatic and economic shift, the Trump administration has agreed to slash tariffs on Indian goods after securing a commitment from New Delhi to phase out purchases of Russian crude oil.
Polish military police are investigating after a small, commercially available drone of unknown origin crashed inside a sensitive army facility in Przasnysz, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in European airspace security.
The death of an 18-year-old Northern Arizona University student after an off-campus Delta Tau Delta rush event has resulted in the arrest of three fraternity members on hazing charges and a university investigation into the tragic incident.
