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U.S. Bets on Rare Earths Diversity with $1.6 Billion Rival Backing, MP Materials Navigates New Policy Landscape

The U.S. government's $1.6 billion commitment to USA Rare Earth signals a strategic pivot towards fostering competition in the critical minerals sector, reducing price supports and introducing new volatility. As policy shifts, industry leader MP Materials counters with record production and expanded magnet manufacturing, highlighting the intensifying race to secure a domestic supply chain for EVs and defense.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Barclays Reshuffles Top Ranks, Bolstering Key Divisions Ahead of EU Headquarters Move

Barclays PLC announces a series of senior leadership appointments across its securitized products, payments, and European operations, signaling strategic focus areas as it prepares to relocate its EU hub to Paris.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

U.S. Treasury Sets Borrowing Pace: $574 Billion Needed in Early 2026, Q2 Estimate at $109 Billion

The U.S. Treasury Department has outlined its borrowing needs for the first half of 2026, projecting $574 billion in net marketable debt for Q1 followed by a significantly lower $109 billion for Q2, amid adjustments to cash flow forecasts and federal cash balances.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Judge Lifts Restraining Order, Allows DHS to Proceed with Evidence Disposal in ICE Shooting Case

A federal judge in Minnesota has rescinded an order that prevented the Department of Homeland Security from destroying evidence connected to the fatal shooting of U.S. citizen Alex Pretti by ICE agents, allowing the controversial disposal process to move forward.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir's AI Ambitions Fuel Analyst Optimism: Is It a Top Stock Pick for 2026?

As Palantir Technologies (PLTR) prepares to report Q4 2025 results, a wave of bullish analyst upgrades points to surging commercial demand for its AI platform, driving a debate over its valuation and long-term potential.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beta Bionics Faces FDA Warning Letter, Assures No Impact on Product Pipeline or Financials

The medical device developer Beta Bionics has received a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, a regulatory action stemming from a facility inspection last summer. The company maintains the letter will not disrupt its operations, manufacturing, or the planned launch of its new insulin patch pump.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Behind the $500 Million Deal: Abu Dhabi Royal Family Acquires Major Stake in Trump-Linked Crypto Venture

A company linked to a key UAE national security adviser, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, secured a 49% equity stake in World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's flagship crypto firm, just days before President Trump's 2025 inauguration. The investment raises fresh questions about the intersection of foreign capital, presidential family businesses, and U.S. policy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Wealthy Dissent: Prominent Millionaires Call for Higher Taxes on Themselves

As global leaders gather in Davos, a coalition of over 400 affluent individuals from 24 nations issues a stark demand: governments must impose higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy to tackle inequality.

Feb 2, 2026

World

SpaceX and Ukraine Move to Block Russian Military's Exploitation of Starlink Satellite Network

Ukraine's defense minister confirms collaborative efforts with SpaceX have yielded initial success in countering Russia's unauthorized use of Starlink terminals to guide attack drones, with a new verification system imminent.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NVIDIA Scales Back $100 Billion OpenAI Ambition, Pivots to Broader AI Alliance Strategy

NVIDIA has significantly revised its once-floated $100 billion investment plan for OpenAI, opting for a more measured commitment. The strategic shift underscores the chipmaker's focus on business discipline and diversifying its partnerships across the booming AI ecosystem, even as it remains central to OpenAI's operations.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Spain's Golden Reserves Hit Record High, Echoes of 'Moscow Gold' Linger

The Bank of Spain's gold and foreign exchange reserves soared to nearly €94 billion in 2025, a historic peak fueled by global demand. As bullion's role evolves, the nation's complex history with its gold—from the Civil War-era 'Moscow gold' controversy to modern monetary strategy—offers a poignant backdrop.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Venezuela's Oil Exports Surge in January as U.S. Eases Sanctions, Data Reveals

Venezuelan oil exports jumped to nearly 800,000 barrels per day in January, rebounding from a low of 498,000 bpd in December, following a U.S. policy shift that allowed key traders to resume shipments, according to tanker tracking data.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Amazon's Latest Workforce Reduction Hits Seattle Hard: Over 2,000 Local Jobs Cut

Amazon's ongoing corporate restructuring has resulted in significant layoffs across its Seattle-area headquarters, with software engineers among the most affected roles, as the tech giant continues to streamline operations and invest in AI.

Feb 2, 2026

US

After Release from ICE Custody, Father Details Son's Illness and Detention Ordeal

Following a federal judge's order for their release, a father recounts the two-week detention of his five-year-old son by ICE, alleging inadequate medical care and harsh conditions, as the case ignites debate over immigration enforcement practices.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Burger King China Shifts to Local Control: CPE Invests $350M for Majority Stake in Ambitious Expansion Drive

Restaurant Brands International (RBI) has formed a joint venture with private equity firm CPE, ceding majority control of Burger King's China operations in a deal aimed at turbocharging growth. The partnership targets a more than tripling of restaurants to over 4,000 by 2035, leveraging local expertise and capital.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

PING Capital Bets Big on Vaca Muerta, Boosts Vista Energy Stake by $4.6 Million

In a significant vote of confidence for Latin America's premier shale play, investment firm PING Capital Management has substantially increased its holding in Argentina-focused Vista Energy, underscoring a strategic focus on operational execution over mere commodity price speculation.

Feb 2, 2026

World

China Executes Four Leaders of Myanmar-Based Crime Syndicate Over Vast Scam Empire

Chinese courts have executed four senior members of a Myanmar-based criminal organization for murder, trafficking, and running a multi-billion dollar scam operation that exploited thousands, including Chinese citizens. The move is part of a broader crackdown on cross-border cyber fraud hubs.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Exclusive: US Contractor's Gaza Reconstruction Plan Sought 300% Profit Guarantee and Seven-Year Monopoly

A draft proposal from disaster response firm Gothams LLC, obtained by The Guardian, outlined terms for a trucking and logistics monopoly in Gaza that would guarantee extraordinary returns, raising questions about oversight and ethics in post-conflict rebuilding.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Exclusive Footage Reveals IS Militants' Brazen Assault on Niger's Main Airport

Newly released video evidence shows Islamic State fighters moving unchallenged among aircraft at Niamey's Diori Hamani International Airport, igniting regional tensions and raising urgent questions about security in the Sahel.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tyson Foods Posts Strong Q1 Sales, Navigates Beef Headwinds with Strategic Closures

Tyson Foods reported a 6.2% increase in Q1 2026 sales to $14.3 billion, driven by robust demand for protein. While the Chicken and Prepared Foods segments showed strength, the company is restructuring its Beef operations, closing one plant and scaling back another, to align with a constrained cattle supply outlook.

Feb 2, 2026