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Digital Realty Expands into Malaysia with Cyberjaya Data Center Acquisition

Digital Realty Trust has confirmed its entry into the Malaysian market with the acquisition of the TelcoHub 1 data center in Cyberjaya. The move, set to close in the first half of 2026, includes adjacent land for future expansion and is seen as a strategic step to deepen the company's interconnectivity across Southeast Asia's growing digital economy.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Kenvue's Fate Sealed: Shareholders Greenlight Kimberly-Clark Takeover

Shareholders of both Kenvue and Kimberly-Clark have voted to approve the acquisition, clearing a major hurdle for the deal that will absorb the consumer health giant into the broader personal care conglomerate.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Wabtec and Union Pacific Forge $1.2 Billion Landmark Deal to Modernize Fleet, Signaling Rail Industry's Digital Shift

Wabtec Corporation and Union Pacific Railroad have inked a historic $1.2 billion agreement to upgrade 1,700 locomotives, marking the largest modernization program in North American rail history and spotlighting the industry's push for efficiency and digital transformation.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Newmont Shares Slide 11% Amid Gold Market Turbulence and Earnings Uncertainty

Newmont Corporation faces heightened volatility as investors weigh gold price swings, integration of Newcrest assets, and cost pressures ahead of its February 2026 earnings report. The stock's recent pullback underscores the market's sensitivity to both macroeconomic factors and company-specific execution risks.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

DraftKings' Growth Engine Slows: User Gains Stagnate, Margins Tighten

DraftKings Inc. is showing signs of strain as its once-explosive user growth decelerates and profitability metrics weaken, raising questions about the online sports betting giant's path to sustainable earnings. With the stock (NasdaqGS: DKNG) down sharply this year, investors are scrutinizing the cost of customer acquisition in an increasingly competitive and regulated market.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Comfort Systems USA Joins S&P 500 Amid Leadership Transition and Dividend Boost

Comfort Systems USA (NYSE:FIX) enters the S&P 500 index, announces a future leadership change with Trent T. McKenna as incoming President and COO, and raises its dividend for the 13th consecutive year, signaling strength in its building systems business.

Feb 5, 2026

US

Mystery Money Floods Chicago-Area Democratic Primaries as New Super PACs Emerge

A surge of spending by newly formed, opaque super PACs is reshaping key Democratic congressional primaries in Illinois, with candidates trading accusations about ties to pro-Israel groups and the sources of funds remaining undisclosed until after voters cast their ballots.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Snap's Q4 Earnings Show Revenue Growth Amid User Decline, as Company Bets Big on Hardware Diversification

Snap Inc. reported a 10% year-over-year revenue increase to $1.7 billion in Q4, driven by subscription growth, even as daily active users dipped slightly. The company is accelerating its hardware ambitions with new AR glasses while navigating fierce social media competition.

Feb 5, 2026

World

Chinese Asylum Seeker Released After Judge Rules Against Deportation

Guan Heng, who documented conditions in Xinjiang, has been freed from U.S. immigration detention and reunited with his mother following a grant of asylum, ending a five-month ordeal that drew congressional attention.

Feb 5, 2026

US

Erika Kirk Fights for Courtroom Transparency in Husband's Murder Trial, Expands TPUSA's Youth Outreach in Montana

Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk is advocating for televised coverage of Tyler Robinson's trial for the alleged assassination of Charlie Kirk, while announcing a new partnership to grow the Club America program in Montana high schools.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Nike Under Federal Scrutiny: EEOC Probes Whether Diversity Initiatives Discriminated Against White Employees

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is formally investigating Nike Inc. over allegations that its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs may have unlawfully discriminated against white workers, escalating a legal and cultural battle over corporate DEI practices.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

BrightView's Transformation Fails to Impress as Shares Tumble on Weak Earnings

The commercial landscaping giant's latest quarterly results, featuring a widening net loss despite modest revenue growth, cast doubt on the efficacy of its ongoing 'One BrightView' strategic overhaul and sparked a sharp sell-off.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Alphabet Posts Stellar Earnings, Bets Big on AI with Record $180bn Capex Plan

Google's parent company Alphabet shattered profit forecasts with a $34.5bn quarterly haul, fueled by a 48% cloud revenue surge, as it outlines aggressive plans to nearly double capital expenditures to dominate the AI infrastructure race.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Alphabet Surpasses $400 Billion in Annual Revenue, Doubles Down on AI Spending

Google's parent company Alphabet reported record-breaking earnings, crossing the $400 billion annual revenue mark for the first time. The tech giant announced plans to nearly double its capital expenditures in 2026 to meet surging demand for AI and cloud services, even as its core advertising business continues to fuel its ambitious investments.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Nike Faces Federal Probe Over Allegations of Racial Bias Against White Employees

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating claims that Nike engaged in discriminatory practices against white workers in hiring, promotions, and training programs, escalating a legal battle over corporate diversity initiatives.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Fed Governor Lisa Cook Advocates Patience, Calls Current Policy Rate Only 'Mildly Restrictive'

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook signaled a cautious stance on further rate cuts, stating the current policy setting is only mildly restrictive and that the Fed should wait to assess the impact of previous easing amid evolving labor market and inflation data.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

SLB's Surge: Is the Venezuela Hype Enough to Sustain the Rally?

SLB's stock has climbed over 25% this year, fueled by optimism around Venezuela's potential oil market reopening. However, recent weakness suggests the rally may be overheating, and investors might find better entry points as the initial enthusiasm cools.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Bank of England Poised to Hold Rates Steady Amid Lingering Inflation Concerns

The Monetary Policy Committee is widely anticipated to maintain the Bank Rate at 3.75% in its first 2024 meeting, as policymakers balance stubborn price pressures against a fragile economic outlook, with future cuts remaining uncertain.

Feb 5, 2026

US

Speaker Johnson Cites Biblical Authority in Defense of Border Security, Countering Papal Migration Stance

House Speaker Mike Johnson invoked Old and New Testament passages to assert that Scripture mandates civil authorities to enforce immigration laws and secure national borders, drawing a sharp distinction between individual charity and governmental duty.

Feb 5, 2026

US

Florida Lyft Driver Arrested After Alleged Strangulation, Death Threats Against Passenger

A Lyft driver in Hillsborough County faces felony charges after a passenger reported being choked and threatened during a ride. The incident has prompted scrutiny of the platform's safety protocols and revealed prior complaints against the driver.

Feb 5, 2026