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Craft Spirits Consolidation: Kentucky's Casey Jones Distillery Acquired by Multi-State Beverage Group B3

Amidst a turbulent period for craft distilling, the founders of Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, KY, have sold their bourbon and moonshine operation to Pennsylvania-based B3 Beverage Company, securing the legacy of a family-run business while joining a growing portfolio of craft breweries and distilleries.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Karachi Sees Another Commercial Blaze Near Site of Last Month's Deadly Fire

A fire erupted in a commercial building in Karachi on Monday, just weeks after a nearby inferno claimed dozens of lives. Firefighters are battling the flames as concerns mount over recurring safety lapses in the city's business districts.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Gruesome Discovery: Dismembered Woman Found in Brooklyn Public Housing Basement

NYCHA workers in Williamsburg made a horrific discovery on Sunday morning, finding a woman's dismembered remains inside a heavy bag in a building basement, sending shockwaves through the community.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tesla's European Slump Deepens as Budget Model Strategy Fails to Gain Traction

Tesla's sales decline in Europe continues despite new lower-cost models, while industry buzz swirls around a hotly denied report of potential Ford-Xiaomi collaboration. Meanwhile, U.S. dealers show surprising pragmatism toward the EV transition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Apple Doubles Down on AI Audio and Foldable Ambitions Amid Supply Chain Pressures

Apple's acquisition of Israeli AI audio startup Q.ai signals a deeper push into biometric wearables, as the tech giant reportedly reshuffles its 2026 roadmap to prioritize premium iPhones—including a long-rumored foldable model—while navigating ongoing component shortages.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Lucid's Arctic Triumph: Winter Range Victory Spotlights EV Efficiency Battle

Lucid Air Grand Touring secures the top spot in a grueling Nordic winter range test, providing a much-needed technical validation for the luxury EV maker amidst a challenging market climate.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the 9-to-5: Four Remote Side Hustles Poised to Deliver Steady Income in 2026

As economic pressures mount, flexible remote work opportunities are evolving. We examine four proven side gigs that experts project can still generate significant weekly earnings from home in the coming years.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Microsoft's $357 Billion Sell-Off: A Buying Opportunity or a Sign of Deeper Trouble?

Despite posting blockbuster profits, Microsoft shares plunged 10% after its latest earnings, erasing hundreds of billions in market value. We examine whether Wall Street's reaction to cloud growth and AI spending fears is an overreaction or a prudent pause.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Vatican Announces Major Restoration of Michelangelo's 'Last Judgment' in Sistine Chapel

The Vatican has launched a meticulous three-month restoration of Michelangelo's iconic 'Last Judgment' fresco in the Sistine Chapel, aiming to revive the masterpiece's original chromatic brilliance obscured by decades of grime.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Goodyear Poised for Growth as Replacement Tire Market Gains Momentum

Analysts maintain a bullish outlook on Goodyear Tire & Rubber, citing strong potential in the replacement tire market and favorable inventory trends, with a median price target suggesting a 7% upside.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Analysts Bullish on Ardelyx Ahead of Q4 Earnings, Citing Blockbuster Potential for Key Drug

Ardelyx, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARDX) has received significant analyst upgrades, with TD Cowen and Jefferies raising price targets ahead of the company's fourth-quarter results. The optimism centers on the commercial trajectory of its flagship drug, tenapanor, for gastrointestinal and kidney conditions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CytomX Therapeutics Gains Analyst Favor Ahead of Key Colorectal Cancer Data Release

Piper Sandler and Barclays have raised price targets for CytomX Therapeutics (CTMX), citing promising early-phase data for its experimental colorectal cancer therapy. Updated results from a larger patient cohort are expected this quarter.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter in 140th Annual Groundhog Day Spectacle

The famed Pennsylvania groundhog saw his shadow on Gobbler's Knob, forecasting a prolonged winter season as thousands braved the cold for the iconic ceremony, while meteorologists warn of ongoing cold spells across the eastern U.S.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Pakistan Withdraws from High-Stakes India World Cup Clash, Citing Security and Political Tensions

Pakistan has announced it will not play its scheduled T20 World Cup match against India, a decision linked by officials to recent deadly attacks in Balochistan and broader geopolitical disputes involving Bangladesh's tournament exclusion.

Feb 2, 2026

US

North Carolina Snowstorm Leads to Dramatic Train-Truck Collision; Driver Escapes Unharmed

A truck driver made a miraculous escape moments before a Norfolk Southern train struck his stranded semi during a historic winter storm in Gastonia, N.C. The incident highlights the severe weather's impact on road safety across the state.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Massachusetts Homeowner's Blowtorch Ice Removal Attempt Ignites Major House Fire

A Milton, Massachusetts man's attempt to clear roof ice with a blowtorch during a severe winter storm sparked a fast-moving attic fire, prompting warnings from officials about the dangers of DIY ice removal.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Goldman Sachs CEO Signals Strategic Hiring Slowdown Amid Efficiency Push

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, while optimistic on global markets, forecasts a deliberate deceleration in talent acquisition for 2026 as the bank sharpens its focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource allocation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NVIDIA Awaits China's Final Nod for H200 AI Chip Sales, CEO Jensen Huang Says

NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang indicates that Chinese regulatory approval for the sale of its flagship H200 AI chip is still pending, amid high demand from major tech firms and ongoing U.S.-China tech tensions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Atlanta Shoe Market Defies Disruption: Renovations Fuel Growth as Buyer Interest Climbs

Despite navigating a major venue overhaul, the Atlanta Shoe Market reports a 7% surge in pre-registrations, with brands and buyers adapting to a reimagined show floor that may boost visibility for some exhibitors.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Consumer Campaign Targets Hannaford's Pricing and Practices, Yet Shoppers Show Limited Awareness

A months-long advocacy campaign criticizing Hannaford's pricing and animal welfare policies has gained little traction among Maine shoppers, many of whom remain loyal to the dominant grocer despite concerns over affordability.

Feb 2, 2026