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After Six Years of Devotion, Iraqi Calligrapher Completes Monumental Handwritten Quran in Istanbul

In a quiet corner of an Istanbul mosque, Iraqi master calligrapher Ali Zaman has concluded a six-year spiritual and artistic journey: the creation of what is believed to be the world's largest handwritten Quran. The monumental work highlights the enduring legacy of Islamic calligraphy, an art form that flourished under Ottoman patronage and continues to find a vibrant center in modern Turkey.

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Beyond the Drill Bit: How EQT Powers the AI Boom and Grid Reliability

As AI data centers drive an unprecedented surge in U.S. power demand, natural gas producer EQT is positioning itself as a critical pillar of energy security. Its proven operational resilience during extreme weather events underscores a strategic shift from a pure commodity play to an essential infrastructure partner.

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Greenlight Capital Bets Big on New Coal Giant Core Natural Resources Post-Merger

Greenlight Capital has spotlighted Core Natural Resources (CNR), the entity formed from the merger of Arch Resources and CONSOL Energy, as a key coal investment. The fund cites the company's valuation and combined asset base, even as the sector grapples with operational challenges. This endorsement brings renewed scrutiny to CNR's integration path and its strategy in a complex market.

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Gilead Sciences Oncology Update After Positive Trodelvy Keytruda Trial Results

Gilead Sciences (NasdaqGS:GILD) reported positive Phase 3 ASCENT-04/KEYNOTE-D19 results for Trodelvy plus Keytruda in first-line metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Full Phase 3 clinical data were published in a leading medical journal, highlighting efficacy and safety outcomes for the combination regimen. Following these results, Gilead submitted supplemental regulatory filings to the FDA and EMA seeking expanded use of Trodelvy in this setting. For you as an investor, this update...

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IonQ Bets $1.8 Billion on Vertical Integration with SkyWater Acquisition, Aims to Accelerate U.S. Quantum Chip Development

In a major consolidation move within the quantum computing sector, IonQ has announced a definitive agreement to acquire U.S.-based semiconductor foundry SkyWater Technology for $1.8 billion. The deal aims to create a domestically controlled, vertically integrated platform to speed up the development and production of advanced quantum processors, citing both technological and national security imperatives.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Posts Strong Earnings, But Investors Question Valuation Amid Stock Volatility

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) reported robust annual revenue of $9.69 billion and net income of $663.5 million, reigniting investor interest. However, the stock's recent volatility and a significant one-year decline in total shareholder return have sparked a debate over whether the current share price accurately reflects the company's recovery trajectory and future prospects.

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Amcor's Stock Rebound: A Sign of Value or a Market Miscalculation?

Amcor's shares have rallied over 6% in the past month, sparking debate among investors. While a discounted cash flow model suggests significant undervaluation, its elevated P/E ratio tells a conflicting story. We examine the metrics and the broader packaging sector's challenges to assess the opportunity.