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Cuban's Healthcare Poll Exposes 'Pick-Your-Pain' Dilemma: Deductibles Edge Out Premiums in Voter Frustration

A social media poll by billionaire Mark Cuban reveals a near-even split on which part of U.S. health insurance is more financially painful—premiums or deductibles. The results, and the outpouring of personal stories in the replies, underscore a system many describe as forcing impossible choices amid relentlessly rising costs.

Jan 30, 2026

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Revolut Founder's Residency Flip-Flop: Storonsky Back in UK After Brief Dubai Filing Sparks Regulatory Scrutiny

Nikolay Storonsky, the billionaire CEO of fintech giant Revolut, has officially corrected corporate records to reaffirm his UK residency, following a brief filing that listed him in the UAE—a move that had sent shockwaves through regulators and political circles.

Jan 30, 2026

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UK Court Greenlights $900 Million Class Action Against Valve, as Epic Games CEO Slams Steam's "30% Junk Fee"

A UK tribunal has allowed a massive lawsuit accusing Valve of anti-competitive practices to proceed, drawing vocal support from Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney, who calls Steam the last major platform clinging to restrictive payment rules.

Jan 30, 2026

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Channel Crossings in 2025: French Rescues Top 6,000 as Death Toll and Smuggler Tactics Evolve

France's maritime authority reports rescuing over 6,000 migrants from the English Channel last year, with at least 25 fatalities. Despite the peril, crossings persist at high volume, fueled by increasingly overcrowded boats and evolving smuggling methods.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Behind the $5.6 Billion Headline: Decoding Salesforce's Landmark Army Contract

Salesforce secures a potential 10-year, $5.6 billion IDIQ contract with the U.S. Army, a strategic win for its national security unit. Yet, analysts caution the headline figure is a ceiling, not a guarantee, with real value hinging on future task orders and AI integration.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Golden Dome Funding Clears Congress, But Pentagon's $23B Missile Defense Plan Remains a Mystery

Congress has approved $23 billion in initial funding for the ambitious Golden Dome missile defense initiative, yet the absence of a detailed spending blueprint from the Pentagon is stalling progress and clouding investment prospects for 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Eli Lilly Commits $3.5 Billion to Pennsylvania, Creating 850 Jobs in Major Life Sciences Push

Pharmaceutical leader Eli Lilly will build a new manufacturing facility in Lehigh County, marking the largest life sciences investment in Pennsylvania history and bolstering U.S. production of next-generation weight-loss drugs.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump's Medicare Advantage Payment Freeze Sends Healthcare Stocks Reeling, Threatens Insurer Profits

A proposed near-zero payment increase for Medicare Advantage plans by the Trump administration has blindsided Wall Street, erasing billions in market value and raising fears of a prolonged downturn for major health insurers.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Federal Judge Halts Plan to End Deportation Protections for Thousands of Ethiopians in U.S.

A Boston federal judge has temporarily blocked the Biden administration's move to terminate Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, granting more time for a legal challenge against the decision.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Huntington Ingalls' Naval Legacy on Display as USS John F. Kennedy Begins Sea Trials

The commencement of sea trials for the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy coincides with the 140th anniversary of its builder, Newport News Shipbuilding, underscoring Huntington Ingalls Industries' entrenched role in U.S. naval defense and its long-term investment profile.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AutoZone Executive's Major Stock Sale Raises Questions on Valuation and Debt Outlook

A significant stock sale by AutoZone's Senior Vice President Richard Craig Smith has prompted investors to re-examine the automotive retailer's valuation metrics and leverage position, amid a shifting landscape for the auto aftermarket industry.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Walmart Faces Legal Scrutiny Over Alleged Systemic Meat Pricing Discrepancies

Social media investigations reveal widespread weight mislabeling on Walmart meat products, prompting potential legal action and raising questions about pricing integrity at the retail giant.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Venezuela's Oil Promise: U.S. Giants Urge Caution Amid Political Shifts

ExxonMobil and Chevron signal that significant investment in Venezuela's vast oil reserves hinges on clearer legal and fiscal stability, despite recent political changes and White House pressure.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Citi Trims PDD Price Target to $142 Ahead of Earnings, Citing Domestic Slowdown and Temu Costs

Ahead of its Q4 2025 results, Citigroup has revised its price target for PDD Holdings downward, maintaining a Neutral stance. The adjustment reflects concerns over slowing Chinese consumer spending and rising operational costs for its international platform, Temu.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

High-Stakes Housing: A Doctor and Lawyer Clash Over a $1.8 Million 'Forever Home'

A couple earning $380,000 annually faces a classic high-cost dilemma: Should they stretch for a $1.8 million dream home now or wait? With a hefty down payment saved but significant student debt, their debate highlights the tension between future earnings potential and present financial anxiety in today's premium housing markets.

Jan 30, 2026

World

UN Faces 'Imminent Financial Collapse,' Guterres Warns in Dire Letter to Member States

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued his starkest warning yet, stating the United Nations' deepening liquidity crisis threatens its operations and risks a financial meltdown, driven by unpaid dues and an antiquated budget rule.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Argentina Opens Natural Gas Imports to Private Sector, Dismantles State Monopoly

In a major shift, President Javier Milei's government has formally transferred control of liquefied natural gas imports from the state-owned Enarsa to private companies, accelerating a sweeping privatization agenda amid concerns over winter supply and future prices.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Bank of America Doubles Down on Auto Finance, Expands Digital and Branch Strategy Amid New Retirement Program Push

Bank of America extends its partnership with Volvo Car Financial Services through 2030, solidifying its position in automotive lending. Concurrently, the bank joins JPMorgan Chase in matching contributions to the new federal 'Trump Accounts' child savings program, while advancing a dual-track expansion in digital services and physical branches.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

RIA Roll-Up Momentum Continues: Corient and Carson Lead Latest Wave of Wealth Management Deals

The wealth management sector kicks off the year with strategic acquisitions and rebranding moves. Corient expands its Silicon Valley footprint, Carson integrates a long-time partner, and Cetera lures a team from Raymond James, highlighting the ongoing consolidation and competition for advisor talent.

Jan 30, 2026

World

New York Officials Face Legal Warning Over Public Investments in Israeli Bonds

A human rights group has cautioned New York state and city officials that investing public funds in Israeli government bonds may violate international law and fiduciary duties, exposing them to significant legal and financial risks.

Jan 30, 2026