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Amnesty Hopes Rise Among IS-Linked Foreign Women in Syrian Camp as Government Offensive Shifts Power

Foreign women detained in Syria's Roj camp, linked to the Islamic State group, see a potential path to freedom following a government offensive that weakened their Kurdish guards. As political dynamics shift, their hopes for amnesty or repatriation collide with international reluctance and an uncertain future for the camps.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AMD and GIGABYTE Forge Deeper AI Alliance, Targeting the Next Wave of Gaming PCs

AMD and GIGABYTE have significantly expanded their partnership to co-develop a new generation of AI-accelerated gaming laptops, motherboards, and monitors. This strategic move aims to bring powerful, on-device AI capabilities directly to consumers, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics in the PC gaming hardware market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Southern Company Extends 78-Year Dividend Streak, Defying Market Volatility

The utility giant Southern Company has declared its latest quarterly dividend, preserving one of corporate America's most remarkable records of shareholder returns. As markets fluctuate, the company's steady income stream and undervalued stock price are drawing renewed attention from long-term investors.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Stifel Initiates Coverage on Sportradar with Buy Rating, Sees Opportunity in Sports Betting's 'Rational Duopoly'

Analysts at Stifel have initiated coverage on sports data giant Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD) with a Buy rating and a $28 price target, citing its dominant market position and favorable industry dynamics as online sports betting consolidates.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Nordex Shares Soar 197% in One Year, Outpacing Broader Market as Wind Energy Sector Gains Momentum

Investors who backed wind turbine manufacturer Nordex SE (ETR:NDX1) twelve months ago have seen their holdings nearly triple in value, with shares skyrocketing 197%. The surge highlights a powerful rally in renewable energy stocks amid favorable policy shifts and strong order books.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Gold's Meteoric Rise: Safe Haven or Speculative Frenzy?

Gold prices have surged past $5,500, driven by geopolitical tensions and fiscal fears. Yet, analysts caution that its reputation as a stable store of value may be overstated, pointing to inherent volatility and shifting market dynamics.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

LPL Financial Hits Record $2.4 Trillion in Assets, Fueled by Commonwealth Acquisition and Strong Advisor Retention

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (LPLA) reported robust fourth-quarter results, reaching a milestone $2.4 trillion in advisory and brokerage assets. Adjusted earnings per share grew 23%, driven by strategic execution and the integration of Commonwealth Financial.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Xero's Share Price Slump: A Year of Pain for Investors Amidst Strong Fundamentals

While the broader ASX has climbed nearly 10% over the past year, shareholders of cloud accounting giant Xero have watched their holdings plummet by 47%. This stark divergence raises questions about market sentiment versus the company's underlying performance, which shows surprising resilience.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Geopolitical Tensions and Supply Shifts Propel Oil Past $70, Challenging Glut Narrative

Brent crude surged above $70 a barrel for the first time since mid-2025, driven by escalating Middle East tensions and shifting supply dynamics, as analysts signal a fading bearish outlook for the oil market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Las Vegas Sands Shares Plunge 14% as Macau's Profit Engine Slows

Despite beating earnings estimates, the casino giant's heavy reliance on Macau exposes investor anxieties over long-term regulatory pressures and shifting gambling dynamics in the key Asian market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

AI Demand Fuels SanDisk's Record Quarter, Signals Structural Shift for NAND Industry

SanDisk's Q2 2026 earnings reveal a 31% sequential revenue surge to $3 billion, driven by AI infrastructure build-out. The company highlights a fundamental industry shift towards long-term agreements as data center demand, now the largest NAND market, reshapes commercial dynamics.

Jan 30, 2026

US

Nebraska Teacher Faces 20 Years for Relationship with Recent Graduate, Testing State's '90-Day Rule'

A 26-year-old teacher and coach in Nebraska has been charged with sexual abuse by a school official for an intimate relationship with an 18-year-old woman that began two months after her graduation, highlighting the state's strict post-graduation prohibition period.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Allred Fires Back at Talarico Over Alleged 'Mediocre Black Man' Remark in Texas Primary Spat

Former Congressman Colin Allred delivers a pointed public rebuke of Texas House member James Talarico, alleging derogatory comments were made during the heated Democratic Senate primary campaign.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Doubles Down on NVIDIA: 'The Undisputed Leader in the AI Race'

CNBC's Jim Cramer reaffirms his bullish stance on NVIDIA, calling the chipmaker the dominant force in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence landscape, while analysts debate the sustainability of its market position.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

AbbVie's Valuation Crossroads: Short-Term Volatility Meets Long-Term Strength

AbbVie's stock presents a complex picture for investors, with recent mixed performance contrasting sharply with its robust multi-year returns. As shares trade below consensus targets, the market weighs near-term headwinds against the pharmaceutical giant's proven track record and pipeline potential.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

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

Pass-Through Voting Gains Traction as Banks Navigate ESG Pressures and Shareholder Activism

As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and the ESG debate evolves, major banks and wealth managers are turning to pass-through voting mechanisms to reassert shareholder influence and align investment stewardship with client values.

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

MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Bet Slips Underwater: A Stress Test for Saylor's High-Stakes Strategy

For the first time since its aggressive accumulation began, MicroStrategy's massive Bitcoin treasury is valued below its average purchase price, incurring over $900 million in unrealized losses. The milestone tests the resilience of CEO Michael Saylor's leveraged conviction play as analysts debate the company's financial fortitude and Bitcoin's near-term path.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Metals Tumble, Energy Surges: A Volatile Start to 2026 for Commodities

January 2026 saw dramatic swings across commodity markets, with precious metals soaring to record highs before a sharp correction, while energy commodities rallied on strong winter demand. The month underscored the sector's inherent volatility amid shifting seasonal and macroeconomic forces.

Feb 2, 2026