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Through Hell in Darfur: A Doctor's Harrowing Escape from Besieged el-Fasher Reveals Scale of Atrocities

Exclusive testimony from Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, who fled the last hospital in Sudan's strategic el-Fasher, details a three-day ordeal of hiding from paramilitary forces, witnessing mass casualties, and surviving a kidnapping and ransom demand—shedding light on a siege the U.N. calls a 'massive crime scene.'

Jan 31, 2026

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Boeing Secures Labor Peace in Wichita as SPEEA Engineers Ratify New Four-Year Contract

Boeing's Wichita-based engineering union has overwhelmingly approved a new labor agreement, securing substantial pay raises and improved benefits for approximately 1,600 technical staff, many recently transitioned from Spirit AeroSystems.

Jan 31, 2026

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Over 200 Feared Dead in Catastrophic Collapse at Key Congo Coltan Mine

A devastating landslide at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern DRC has claimed hundreds of lives, casting a harsh spotlight on the perilous conditions in artisanal mining and the complex conflict over the region's critical minerals.

Jan 31, 2026

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Rescued Hikers Leave Unsettled Hotel Bill, Prompting Outcry from Lake District Rescue Volunteers

A mountain rescue team in England's Lake District has publicly appealed for two hikers to settle a hotel bill after a costly winter rescue on Scafell Pike, highlighting the financial and ethical pressures faced by volunteer-led emergency services.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Walmart Boosts Pharmacy Pay, Adds 3,000 Leadership Roles in Major Workforce Investment

In a significant move to bolster its healthcare services and retain staff, Walmart is creating thousands of new leadership positions and raising wages for pharmacy technicians across its U.S. stores.

Jan 31, 2026

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Expedia's Soaring Stock: Is There Still Room to Run After a 56% Surge?

Expedia Group shares have rallied impressively over the past year, leaving investors to question if the opportunity has passed. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests the online travel giant may still be trading at a discount, despite its recent run-up.

Jan 31, 2026

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Anthropic Secures Major San Francisco Tower in $111M Deal, Signaling AI Sector's Enduring Urban Footprint

The high-flying AI firm, now valued at $183 billion, has leased a 25-story tower in SoMa for a massive expansion, underscoring San Francisco's continued pull as a tech epicenter despite market shifts.

Jan 31, 2026

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Boeing's Record Orders and Spirit Acquisition Face Production Hurdles

Boeing reports a surge in orders and finalizes its Spirit AeroSystems buyout, aiming to solidify its supply chain. However, ongoing production challenges and regulatory scrutiny cast a shadow over its ambitious ramp-up plans.

Jan 31, 2026

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Ontario's iGaming Market Closes 2025 on a High Note, Surpassing $4 Billion in Annual Revenue

Ontario's regulated online gambling sector capped a record-breaking year with a strong December performance, generating over $425 million in monthly revenue and pushing the annual total past the $4 billion mark, as the province's market continues to outpace growth seen in many U.S. states.

Jan 30, 2026

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Alaska Air Group Charts New Course with Unified Training Hub and Hawaiian Merger Completion

Alaska Air Group unveils a major operational overhaul, opening a new $200 million Global Training Center while finalizing the integration of Hawaiian Airlines. The moves signal a strategic push to streamline operations and bolster competitiveness against larger rivals.

Jan 30, 2026

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Oracle's TikTok Partnership and AI Expansion: A High-Stakes Balancing Act on Growth and Reliability

Oracle's deepening role as TikTok's U.S. data guardian and its aggressive push into regulated AI sectors present a dual narrative of strategic growth and heightened operational scrutiny, following a service outage linked to its infrastructure.

Jan 30, 2026

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Nationwide Protests Erupt as Federal Immigration Crackdown Sparks Civil Unrest

A wave of protests and student walkouts swept across the United States on Friday, demanding the withdrawal of federal immigration agents from Minnesota following fatal shootings, as political tensions threaten a government shutdown.

Jan 30, 2026

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Mine Collapse in Eastern Congo Claims Over 200 Lives, Exposing Perils of Artisanal Coltan Mining

A catastrophic landslide at a major coltan mine in rebel-held eastern Congo has killed hundreds of informal miners, casting a harsh light on the deadly human cost behind the global tech supply chain.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

The Hidden Risks of Low-Volatility Stocks: Three Names Where Stability Masks Weak Fundamentals

While low-volatility stocks offer a haven in turbulent markets, their perceived safety can sometimes obscure underlying financial weaknesses. We examine three such stocks where calm trading patterns may not justify their current valuations or growth prospects.

Jan 30, 2026

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Immigrant Rights Groups Sue ICE Over Policy Allowing Warrantless Home Entries

A coalition of immigrant advocacy organizations has filed a federal lawsuit challenging a newly revealed ICE policy that permits agents to enter private residences without judicial warrants, arguing it violates constitutional protections against unreasonable searches.

Jan 30, 2026

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Advocate Health Announces Major Compensation Overhaul, Boosting Minimum Wage and Benefits Across Six States

Advocate Health, the nation's third-largest nonprofit health system, is investing over $800 million in enhanced compensation and benefits for its 165,000+ employees, raising its minimum wage and expanding tuition aid, mental health support, and paid volunteer time.

Jan 30, 2026

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Student Faces Deportation from UK After Pro-Palestine Protests, Citing 'Authoritarian' Echoes

Usama Ghanem, an Egyptian student at King's College London, faces imminent deportation after disciplinary action linked to his pro-Palestinian activism. He claims the university's response mirrors the political persecution he fled in Egypt, raising urgent questions about academic freedom and the treatment of international dissent.

Jan 30, 2026

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Satellite Imagery Reveals Opaque Activity at Key Iranian Nuclear Sites Amid Rising Tensions

New satellite imagery shows Iran constructing roofs over bomb-damaged buildings at its Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, a move analysts say is likely aimed at shielding recovery efforts from surveillance as international pressure mounts over Tehran's internal crackdown and nuclear ambitions.

Jan 30, 2026

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Boko Haram Attack Claims 25 Lives in Northeast Nigeria, Marking Deadliest Assault Since U.S. Christmas Strikes

Suspected Boko Haram militants killed at least 25 laborers in an attack on a town in Nigeria's Borno state, relatives and local officials confirm, in the bloodiest reported Islamist assault since late December.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Enphase Energy Announces Restructuring and New Storage Partnership Amid Investor Scrutiny

Enphase Energy unveils a strategic restructuring involving workforce reductions and a new home battery partnership, as the solar technology firm navigates a challenging market and mixed investor returns.

Jan 30, 2026