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BHP Navigates Tech Ambition and Trade Tensions: Autonomous Mine Push Meets China Market Headwinds

As BHP Group advances plans to create one of the world's first fully autonomous copper mines at Escondida Norte, it simultaneously contends with Chinese import restrictions on its Jimblebar iron ore and ramps up exploration via its 2026 Xplor program, highlighting the complex balancing act facing the global mining giant.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Market Jitters in 2026? Why Meta and Microsoft Remain Core Long-Term Holdings

Despite both tech giants aggressively investing in AI, their stock prices are telling divergent stories. We examine the underlying fundamentals that make them resilient picks for any portfolio, regardless of short-term volatility.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Navigating the Headwinds: Three ASX Penny Stocks Defying February's Gloom

As the ASX braces for a turbulent February amid rate hike fears, a closer look reveals resilient micro-caps with unique value propositions. We analyze three sub-$150M companies—from healthcare tech to critical minerals—that are navigating the volatility with strong balance sheets and niche market positions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Porsche's Electric Sports Car Ambitions in Jeopardy as New CEO Reviews 718 EV Program

Porsche's highly anticipated electric 718 Cayman and Boxster face potential cancellation under new leadership, with insiders citing cost overruns and development hurdles amid shifting market dynamics.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Pioneer Bancorp Posts Robust 2025 Earnings, Launches Broker-Dealer Arm in Strategic Push

Pioneer Bancorp reported a 33% surge in net income to $20.3 million for 2025, driven by loan growth and a new initiative to trade municipal bonds, as the regional bank expands its revenue streams.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Explores Unprecedented Merger: SpaceX and xAI Could Combine Forces, Reports Say

Elon Musk is reportedly advancing plans to merge his aerospace giant SpaceX with his artificial intelligence venture xAI, a move that could funnel significant capital into AI development and reshape the tech landscape, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Devon and Coterra Forge $21.4 Billion Oil Giant in Houston, Accelerating Shale Consolidation

A landmark all-stock merger between Devon Energy and Coterra Energy will create a $58 billion powerhouse, positioning it as a top-tier producer in the prolific Permian Basin amid a wave of industry consolidation.

Feb 2, 2026

World

German Authorities Crack Down on Alleged Arms Component Smuggling Ring to Russia

German federal prosecutors have arrested five individuals accused of operating a sophisticated smuggling network that allegedly funneled millions of euros worth of dual-use goods to Russian defense firms, in violation of EU sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Royal Caribbean's Mexican Caribbean Expansion Faces Mounting Environmental Backlash

A coalition of environmental groups is sounding the alarm over two massive Royal Caribbean developments in Cozumel and Mahahual, warning of severe ecological strain and social disruption, as legal challenges begin to mount.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Second Missing Teen from Virginia Behavioral Health Center Located Safely, Search Intensifies for Third

Authorities confirm 12-year-old Forever Scott has been found safe following her disappearance from a Portsmouth facility. The search continues for a 16-year-old girl as concerns mount over the safety of vulnerable youth in institutional care.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Community Mourns Skid Row Advocate Shirley Raines; Family Awaits Official Cause of Death

As authorities continue their investigation, the family of Shirley Raines—founder of the nonprofit Beauty 2 The Streetz—shares insights into the activist's sudden passing, while tributes pour in from the community she served and celebrities she inspired.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Minnesota Babysitter Sentenced in Toddler's Accidental Shooting Death

Elliot Staples III receives jail time after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the death of 3-year-old Jajuan Robinson, Jr., whom he was caring for when the child accessed an unsecured firearm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IAMGOLD Revs Up Exploration and Raises Guidance, Spotlighting Undervalued Growth Potential

IAMGOLD (TSX:IMG) has reignited drilling at its Anik joint venture in Québec and issued updated production guidance, signaling accelerating operational momentum. The moves come as the gold miner's shares, despite recent volatility, have delivered staggering multi-year returns, highlighting a potential valuation gap.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

IBM's Quantum Ambition: How a Century-Old Titan Is Outpacing Startups in the Race for Supremacy

While quantum computing startups capture headlines, IBM's decades-long investment and recent Nighthawk processor breakthrough are drawing serious capital from institutional investors, signaling enduring dominance in the enterprise quantum race.

Feb 2, 2026

Sanofi Halts mRNA Flu Vaccine Trial Amid Surging U.S. Influenza Season

French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi has discontinued development of its experimental mRNA flu vaccine, citing a strategic reprioritization. The decision comes as influenza activity remains high across much of the United States, with significant hospitalizations and deaths reported this season.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk's Empire in Motion: Tesla-SpaceX Merger Talks Signal Pivot to Robotics and AI

Speculation mounts over a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX, part of a broader strategic realignment under Elon Musk that could see Tesla shift focus from electric vehicles to humanoid robots and autonomous taxis, with xAI potentially in the mix.

Feb 2, 2026

US

A Decade of Help Ends in Tragedy: Albany Woman Killed After Asking Long-Term Guest to Leave

A 65-year-old Albany woman, remembered by family as 'the heart of the family,' was fatally shot in her home by a man she had housed for ten years, who then turned the gun on himself.

Feb 2, 2026

US

NYC's Gifted Program Overhaul Sparks Debate: Equity Push or Opportunity Denial?

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal to restructure New York City's Gifted and Talented program has ignited a fierce debate, with critics warning it could disproportionately harm high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

ExxonMobil Defies Oil Slump with Aggressive $20 Billion Buyback, Signals Unwavering Dividend Commitment

While the energy sector retrenched amid falling crude prices, ExxonMobil executed a massive $20 billion share repurchase program in 2025, underlining its financial muscle and commitment to shareholder returns. The oil giant also reported earnings that beat estimates, driven by record production in the Permian Basin and Guyana, even as it takes a hardline stance on reinvesting in Venezuela.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Financial Abuse in Marriage: Dave Ramsey Confronts a Caller's Struggle for Economic Freedom

In a stark episode of his show, personal finance expert Dave Ramsey labeled a husband's control over family finances as '100% abusive.' The case highlights how economic manipulation traps victims, a pattern experts say underpins nearly all domestic violence.

Feb 2, 2026