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Business

Dolby Labs Beats Expectations, Raises Outlook on Strong Deals and Key Partnerships

Dolby Laboratories (DLB) reported first-quarter results that exceeded analyst forecasts, prompting the company to raise its full-year guidance. The audio-visual technology leader cited earlier-than-anticipated deal closures, momentum in mobile and broadcast, and strategic wins with partners like Sony, TCL, and Peacock as key drivers.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

UPS Pivots with Sweeping Restructuring: 30,000 Jobs Cut, Focus Shifts to Healthcare and High-Margin Clients

Facing uneven long-term performance, UPS announces a major strategic overhaul involving significant job reductions, facility closures, and a deliberate move away from low-margin Amazon volume. The company is betting big on healthcare logistics through acquisitions to bolster its global cold chain network.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Epstein Documents Reveal Extensive Network of High-Profile Connections

The release of millions of pages from the Jeffrey Epstein case by the U.S. Justice Department has unveiled the late financier's social and professional ties to a vast array of powerful figures across politics, finance, and tech, raising fresh questions about the scope of his influence.

Feb 3, 2026

World

On the Brink: UK Zoos Grapple with Survival as Financial Pressures Mount

Exclusive BBC analysis reveals nearly half of accredited zoos and aquariums in the UK and Ireland have sounded financial alarms since 2022, forcing tough choices between conservation missions and economic reality.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Hwy Haul's 'Miles' AI Aims to Rescue Struggling Freight Brokers from Margin Crunch

As bankruptcies ripple through the logistics sector, tech firm Hwy Haul bets its new autonomous AI platform can slash manual work by up to 80% and restore profitability for freight brokers and shippers alike.

Feb 2, 2026

Nashville Hot Chicken Chain Hen House Files for Chapter 11 Amid Industry Boom

While the fried chicken segment continues to dominate fast-food traffic, Buffalo-based Hen House Nashville Hot Chicken has filed for bankruptcy protection, highlighting the uneven fortunes within the popular sector.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Saks OFF 5TH Shutters Majority of Stores in Strategic Pivot Following Bankruptcy

Saks Global is closing most of its Saks OFF 5TH off-price stores across the U.S., leaving only a dozen locations open as it refocuses on core luxury and full-price retail after a recent Chapter 11 filing.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Rebound on Strong Manufacturing Data; Micron Surges Amid AI Investment Scrutiny

U.S. equities found firmer ground Tuesday, buoyed by a robust factory activity report. The rally unfolded as investors grow increasingly discerning about AI-related capital expenditures, creating clear winners and losers.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Epstein Document Dump Rattles British Elite, From Royalty to Westminster

The latest release of court documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein has intensified scrutiny on the British establishment, implicating a disgraced royal, a former duchess, and a senior Labour figure in the financier's orbit.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Polaris Bets on High-Tech Off-Roading While Maintaining Its Dividend Streak

Powersports giant Polaris unveils an industry-first active suspension system in its flagship RZR, alongside approving its 31st consecutive annual dividend increase, signaling a dual focus on innovation and shareholder returns amid portfolio restructuring.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Werner Enterprises Acquires FirstFleet, Cementing Its Position as a Top-Five Dedicated Carrier

Werner Enterprises' strategic acquisition of FirstFleet significantly expands its dedicated trucking footprint, adding key grocery and packaging clients. The deal, expected to be immediately earnings-accretive, arrives as investors scrutinize the company's valuation and growth trajectory amid a challenging freight market.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Rare Alpine Lizard Pregnancy Sparks Hope for Critically Endangered Australian Species

A captive breeding program for the elusive Guthega skink in Victoria's high country yields a rare pregnancy, potentially boosting the known wild population from 11 to 13 individuals.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Leaked Files Reveal UK Ex-Ambassador's Secret Ties to Epstein: Confidential Memos and Bailout Alerts Shared

Newly released court documents expose how former British ambassador to the U.S., Lord Peter Mandelson, shared sensitive government information with Jeffrey Epstein, including advance notice of a major Eurozone bailout. The revelations have forced his resignation from the Labour Party and intensified scrutiny of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's judgment.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Active ETF Boom Sees Record Launches Amid High Attrition, Yet Issuers Press On

Asset managers unleashed a historic wave of nearly 1,000 new active ETFs last year, even as a record number shuttered. Despite the high-stakes environment, firms are doubling down, betting on sustained investor demand and advisor adoption to justify the rush.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Novo Nordisk Advances Oral Obesity Pill and Cell Therapy Pipeline Amid Market Reassessment

Novo Nordisk launches its first oral GLP-1 weight-loss drug with strong early demand, reports positive Phase 3 results for CagriSema, and expands a cell therapy partnership for diabetes. These moves come as investors reevaluate the company's long-term growth prospects amid competitive and pricing pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Crypto Market Sees $2.5 Billion Liquidation Wave as Risk-Off Sentiment Spreads

A broad sell-off in risk assets, from equities to precious metals, has triggered over $2.5 billion in Bitcoin liquidations. Analysts point to shifting Federal Reserve expectations and AI trade anxieties as key drivers behind the latest crypto market tremor.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cramer's Tesla Take: From EV Maker to Robotics Play, 'Call Me a Buyer'

CNBC's Jim Cramer expressed renewed bullishness on Tesla, shifting focus from its electric vehicle business to its ambitions in robotics and autonomous 'Cybercab' technology following the company's latest earnings call.

Feb 2, 2026

Trump's Fed Feud With Powell Threatens to Derail Warsh Nomination and Monetary Policy Agenda

A criminal probe into outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, initiated by the Trump administration, has triggered a Senate blockade led by a key Republican. The standoff jeopardizes Kevin Warsh's confirmation and risks delaying the interest rate cuts Trump desires ahead of a tough election.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Wall Street's Bitcoin Bet: Are Main Street Investors Too Late to the Party?

Despite recent price volatility, major financial institutions are building significant positions in Bitcoin ETFs, signaling a shift in the asset's perception from speculative gamble to a potential strategic holding.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Coupang Faces Legal Storm and Leadership Crisis After Massive Data Breach

South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is confronting a multi-front crisis, including class-action lawsuits and regulatory probes, following a data breach impacting millions. The fallout has led to the CEO's resignation and intensified scrutiny of corporate governance and cybersecurity protocols.

Feb 2, 2026