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India's Supreme Court Threatens to Reinstate WhatsApp Data-Sharing Ban, Citing 'Misleading' Privacy Policy

India's Supreme Court has sharply criticized WhatsApp's privacy policy as 'cleverly designed to mislead users,' warning it could restore a ban on the app sharing Indian user data with parent company Meta. The court's intervention escalates a long-running antitrust battle that could reshape data practices in Meta's largest market.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Seeking Stability in a Bull Market: Three Dividend Stocks Yielding Up to 4%

As major indices rally, investors are turning to dividend-paying stocks for a blend of income and stability. We analyze three financial sector picks offering yields between 3.4% and 4.1%, assessing their value and reliability in the current climate.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Siemens Energy Bets $1 Billion on U.S. Power Grid Expansion Amid AI-Driven Demand Surge

The German industrial giant plans to expand manufacturing across five states and open a new Mississippi facility, targeting gas turbine and grid tech production while creating 1,500 jobs, as electricity demand from data centers reshapes the American energy landscape.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Atlantic Union Bankshares: Strong Rally Sparks Valuation Debate

Atlantic Union Bankshares (AUB) shares have surged over 22% in the past 90 days, fueled by robust financials and double-digit returns. But with its P/E ratio trading at a premium to the industry, analysts are divided on whether the stock remains undervalued or is due for a correction.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Urban Edge Properties Secures $950M Credit Lifeline, Extending Debt Maturities to 2033

The retail-focused REIT has restructured its credit facilities, gaining breathing room on debt repayments while investors debate whether the move strengthens its long-term outlook or merely postpones underlying challenges.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Travelzoo's Path Forward: Analysts Split on Near-Term Caution vs. 2026 Optimism

While Travelzoo's fair value holds steady at $22.25, a clear divide has emerged among analysts. The debate centers on balancing lowered 2025 expectations against a bullish long-term outlook fueled by subscriber growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Energy Transfer Bets Big on Growth: Dividend Hike and Pipeline Expansion Signal Aggressive Strategy

Energy Transfer LP announces a significant quarterly distribution increase and outlines ambitious annual growth targets, backed by a multi-billion dollar capital program aimed at expanding its critical U.S. pipeline network, positioning the firm for sustained income growth.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

AMD's Meteoric Rise: Is the Chipmaker Still a Bargain After 115% Surge?

Advanced Micro Devices' stock has soared over 115% in the past year, fueled by AI optimism. But with shares trading at a steep premium and facing fierce competition, investors are questioning if the rally has room to run.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hanover Bancorp Announces Quarterly Dividend Amid Cautious Growth Outlook

Hanover Bancorp (NASDAQ:HNVR) confirms a $0.10 per share dividend payment later this month, though analysts flag sustainability concerns given its short dividend history and recent earnings pressure.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing Reopens for Medical Evacuations: First Patients Moved from Gaza to Egypt

The World Health Organization confirms the first medical evacuations from Gaza via the reopened Rafah crossing, a critical lifeline for over 18,500 patients awaiting urgent care after two years of conflict.

Feb 3, 2026

World

French Authorities Escalate X Probe with Office Raid, Summon Elon Musk for Questioning

French cybercrime investigators have raided the Paris office of social media platform X and formally summoned its owner Elon Musk for a hearing in April, significantly escalating a wide-ranging probe into the company's algorithms and content moderation practices.

Feb 3, 2026

World

French Authorities Summon Elon Musk for Questioning as Part of Probe into X's Algorithm and Content

French cybercrime prosecutors have summoned Elon Musk and former X CEO Linda Yaccarino for voluntary interviews, following raids on X's Paris offices. The investigation, supported by Europol, examines potential algorithmic interference in French politics and the spread of harmful content via the Grok AI chatbot.

Feb 3, 2026

World

French Authorities Summon Elon Musk, Raid X's Paris Office in Escalating Algorithm and AI Probe

Elon Musk and former X CEO Linda Yaccarino have been summoned for questioning in Paris, as French cybercrime units search the platform's local offices. The probe focuses on content algorithms, data practices, and the controversial 'Grok' AI's ability to generate non-consensual explicit imagery.

Feb 3, 2026

US

NYC's Snow-Clearing Double Standard: City Hall Spares Itself While Fining Private Owners

A winter storm has exposed a glaring inconsistency in New York City's sidewalk snow removal policy, where the city mandates private property owners to clear walkways under threat of fines but does not hold its own agencies to the same standard, leaving many public pathways hazardous.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Bipartisan Senators Sound Alarm Over Pentagon's Reported Plan to Downgrade Havana Syndrome Unit

Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Susan Collins (R-Maine) have warned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that relocating the Pentagon's dedicated Havana Syndrome team risks sidelining critical research and care for affected personnel, in a move that appears to contradict earlier commitments.

Feb 3, 2026

The Instagram Illusion: Unpacking the Real Price Tag of Social Media's Luxury Travel Dream

While platforms like Instagram and TikTok sell a curated fantasy of accessible luxury travel, the reality for most involves hidden costs, influencer sponsorships, and financial strain. We examine the gap between the feed and your finances.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Morning Rush Fades: Breakfast Chains Face Financial Strain as Dining Habits Shift

Two prominent breakfast-focused restaurant groups, a Denny's franchisee in Florida and Taste of Belgium in Ohio, have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, highlighting broader pressures on the casual dining sector as consumer spending tightens.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Ambarella's Five-Year Slide: Stock Plummets 47% as Investors Face Mounting Losses

While the broader market has surged, Ambarella shareholders have watched their investment erode over a half-decade, with a recent $179 million weekly loss intensifying the pain. We examine the underlying business metrics behind the chipmaker's prolonged decline.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Institutional Investors Hold Sway Over Kearny Financial, Controlling 74% of Shares

With institutional shareholders dominating ownership, Kearny Financial Corp.'s stock trajectory is closely tied to the moves of major funds. While this brings credibility, it also introduces volatility risks that retail investors should watch.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

From Fries to ETH: The Viral Meme That Asks If a McChicken Sandwich Beat Ethereum

A social media joke comparing the price of a fast-food sandwich to Ethereum's performance has struck a nerve with crypto investors. We examine the numbers behind the meme and what it reveals about market sentiment after a turbulent five-year cycle.

Feb 3, 2026