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Chicago's Downtown Core Faces Unprecedented Office Vacancy Crisis, Raising Economic Alarm

Chicago's downtown office vacancy rate soared to a historic 28.2% at the close of 2025, more than double pre-pandemic levels, as remote work trends and business climate concerns drive a 14th consecutive quarter of record vacancies. Analysts warn of a deepening economic spiral with implications for city services and residents.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Buffett's 2016 Bets: A Decade Later, Apple Outshines Even Berkshire Hathaway

A retrospective analysis reveals the staggering returns from Warren Buffett's key 2016 investments, with a stake in Apple vastly outperforming his own conglomerate and the broader S&P 500 index over ten years.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Navigating RMDs at 60: Is a $100K Annual Roth Conversion the Right Move for a $1.1M IRA?

For retirees facing Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), converting a traditional IRA to a Roth can offer relief—but at a significant upfront tax cost. We analyze the long-term math and trade-offs for a 60-year-old with a $1.1 million portfolio, exploring whether staged conversions make financial sense.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ZF and BMW Forge Multi-Billion Euro Pact to Power Future of Electrified Drives

The long-term agreement, extending to the late 2030s, centers on the joint evolution of ZF's flagship 8-speed automatic transmission for next-generation electrified vehicles, signaling deep collaboration in the auto industry's transition.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Tech Bro Dream: How Electricians, Librarians, and Roofers Are Redefining Early Retirement

The FIRE movement is no longer the exclusive domain of high-flying tech salaries. A growing community of middle and working-class Americans is proving that strategic frugality and disciplined investing can pave the way to financial independence decades ahead of schedule.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Voters Back Abortion Rights, But Legislative and Legal Hurdles Persist

Despite successful ballot initiatives in several states, the path to securing abortion access remains fraught with legal challenges and legislative pushback, as seen in ongoing battles from Missouri to Arizona.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Global Fallout: Epstein Document Dump Implicates Leaders from India to Australia

The latest release of court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case has sent shockwaves through international corridors of power, revealing communications between the convicted sex offender and high-profile figures in India, Australia, the UK, Slovakia, and Norway, prompting resignations and fierce political denials.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Inside the Abandoned Scam Fortress: Thai Military Reveals Sophisticated Operation at Cambodian Border

Thai troops now occupy a shell-damaged compound in O'Smach, Cambodia, which officials identify as a former hub for international scam operations. A military-led tour revealed a labyrinth of soundproofed call centers, fake police stations, and meticulous scripts, shedding light on a multi-billion dollar criminal enterprise.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Microsoft: The Tech Titan Built to Endure the Next Decade

Amidst market volatility, Microsoft's diversified empire—spanning cloud, AI, productivity, and gaming—positions it as a resilient long-term holding for investors looking beyond short-term fluctuations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Cotton Futures Extend Slide Amid Weak Export Outlook and Stronger Dollar

Cotton markets opened the week under renewed pressure, with prices falling for a second consecutive session. The decline comes as export commitments lag significantly behind historical averages and managed money traders increase their bearish bets.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the Hype: Four Forces Shaping Crypto Prediction Markets in 2026

As crypto prediction markets surge past $6B in weekly volume, a new phase of growth beckons. Driven by institutional interest, regulatory evolution, and AI integration, these platforms are poised to redefine speculative finance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Colgate-Palmolive Bets on Global Talent Rotations to Forge Its Next Generation of Leaders

With one in twelve salaried employees having worked in multiple countries, Colgate-Palmolive is leveraging international assignments as a core strategy to build agile, globally-minded leadership.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Massachusetts Baker's $3,000 GE Oven Nightmare Highlights Consumer Rights Beyond Warranty

A Foxboro woman's two-year struggle with a defective high-end oven underscores the enduring power of state consumer protection laws, even after a manufacturer's warranty expires.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Manchester's Tree Accountancy Acquires Pomegranate Consulting UK Client Base in Strategic Expansion Move

Tree Accountancy strengthens its regional footprint by absorbing Pomegranate Consulting's UK portfolio and key staff, marking its second strategic acquisition in three years as it expands advisory services.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

SEC Overhauls PCAOB Leadership, Appoints Demetrios Logothetis as New Chair

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has ushered in a new era for the accounting watchdog, naming a fresh chair and three board members tasked with refocusing the PCAOB on its core mission of investor protection.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Pass-Through Voting Gains Traction as Banks Navigate ESG Backlash and Regulatory Scrutiny

Facing pressure from both investors and regulators, banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reclaim shareholder influence and align stewardship with client values, even within passively managed funds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Reges Elektrik Acquires Tuşpa Enerji, Kicks Off 70MW Wind Farm in Türkiye

Turkish energy firm Reges Elektrik has completed its acquisition of Tuşpa Enerji, unlocking the start of operations at the 70MW Demirli Wind Power Project in Kırşehir and marking its strategic shift into large-scale power generation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Forrestania Resources Consolidates Control of High-Grade Mt Palmer Gold Project in Strategic $18m Deal

Forrestania Resources moves to 100% ownership of the historic Mt Palmer gold project in Western Australia through a share-based acquisition, aiming to fast-track development and feed its Lake Johnston processing facility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Swift's 2027 Mandate: The Ticking Clock for Banking's Last Manual Frontier

As the 2027 deadline for Swift's Case Management standard approaches, banks face a strategic inflection point. Early adopters of native processing are poised to unlock operational resilience and revenue growth, while laggards risk entrenched inefficiency and competitive decline.

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