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‘Humiliation Room’: Gaza Returnees Detail Detention, Interrogation by Israeli Forces at Rafah Crossing

The reopening of the Rafah crossing, a potential lifeline for Gaza, has been marred by disturbing accounts from the first Palestinians allowed back. Multiple women report being bound, blindfolded, and subjected to hours of threatening interrogation by Israeli troops, casting a shadow over the fragile return process.

Feb 3, 2026

World

U.S. F-35 Downs Iranian Drone Near Carrier in Tense Arabian Sea Encounter

A U.S. F-35 fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone that approached the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, officials said, marking a sharp escalation in regional tensions amid stalled nuclear talks.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Leaked Email Shows Border Patrol Commander Pushed Aggressive Tactics Before Fatal Clashes

A leaked internal email reveals former Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino advocated for broad immigration sweeps over targeted operations months before agents under his command were involved in fatal shootings during protests.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Iconic Outdoor Retailer Eddie Bauer Nears Bankruptcy, Putting Over 250 North American Stores at Risk

Catalyst Brands, the operator of Eddie Bauer's North American stores, is preparing a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, potentially leading to the closure of all locations, including eight in Wisconsin, as the century-old brand faces another financial reckoning.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

PJT Partners Shares Slide on Mixed Q4 Results as Revenue Miss Overshadows Earnings Beat

PJT Partners stock fell sharply after reporting fourth-quarter earnings that topped estimates but revenue that fell short of Wall Street's expectations, highlighting investor concerns over the firm's growth outlook.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Peltz Casts Doubt on Disney's New Leadership, Suggests Iger's Shadow Looms Large

Activist investor Nelson Peltz questions the rationale behind Josh D'Amaro's CEO appointment at Disney, implying Bob Iger's continued influence and highlighting D'Amaro's lack of core entertainment experience.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

New CEO Charts Course for Graphic Packaging, Targets $700M-$800M Free Cash Flow in 2026 Amid Strategic Overhaul

In his first earnings call as CEO, Robert Reebroek outlines a comprehensive operational review and a disciplined strategy focused on cost optimization, inventory reduction, and accelerated innovation to unlock shareholder value, targeting a significant free cash flow inflection next year.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Dramatic Helicopter Rescue Saves Elderly Hiker from Hypothermia Near Arizona Ghost Town

A swift nighttime airlift operation pulled an elderly hiker from a remote canyon near the historic Fairbank ghost town after he became lost and immobilized by dropping temperatures.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cramer Questions Wall Street's Gloom on ADP After 'Confusing' Results

CNBC's Jim Cramer expressed bewilderment over the market's reaction to payroll giant ADP's latest earnings, suggesting a pessimistic narrative may be overshadowing the company's fundamentals.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Jim Cramer Expresses Skepticism on Gambling Stocks, Singles Out Las Vegas Sands' Slide

CNBC's Jim Cramer voiced renewed caution on the casino sector, pointing to Las Vegas Sands' sharp single-day decline as a sign of broader headwinds facing gambling-related investments.

Feb 3, 2026

U.S. Opens 65,000 Seasonal Work Visas to Ease Trucking Crunch, But Roadblocks Remain

The Department of Labor has allocated tens of thousands of supplemental H-2B visas for transportation and other seasonal industries. However, a State Department visa freeze and stringent new English testing requirements cast doubt on whether foreign drivers will fill empty seats.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

The $20,000 Question: Is Your Financial Advisor's 1% Fee Draining Your $2 Million Portfolio?

A 1% annual fee on a $2 million portfolio is industry standard, but investors are waking up to the staggering long-term cost. We break down the math, the services you should expect, and the alternatives for high-net-worth individuals.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Connecticut's Economic Momentum Hinges on Small Business Support, CBIA Chief Argues

Amid strong GDP growth, Connecticut faces a shrinking workforce and high costs. CBIA President Chris DiPentima urges state lawmakers to reduce regulatory burdens and boost support for small businesses to ensure sustainable, inclusive economic expansion.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Cimpress Shares Surge to 52-Week High Amid Strong Technical Momentum

Cimpress (CMPR) stock reached a new 52-week peak, buoyed by robust technical indicators and a perfect 'Buy' rating from Barchart. While analyst targets vary widely, the company's momentum and valuation in the printing and design sector are drawing investor attention.

Feb 3, 2026

US

San Diego Teacher Under Review After Upside-Down Flag Display in Classroom

A first-grade teacher at a San Diego elementary school is under district review after a video showing an American flag hung inverted in her classroom circulated online, sparking debate over classroom expression and symbolism.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Kraken Parent Payward Posts Strong 2025 Growth, Fueled by Trading Surge and Strategic Restructuring

Payward, the parent company of crypto exchange Kraken, reported a 33% jump in full-year adjusted revenue, driven by a surge in trading volume and a new multi-brand corporate structure separating consumer products from core infrastructure.

Feb 3, 2026

World

Prosecutors Seek to Uphold Office Ban for Le Pen in EU Funds Appeal

French prosecutors have urged an appeals court to confirm a ruling that found far-right officials guilty of misusing EU funds, a decision that could bar Marine Le Pen from next year's presidential race.

Feb 3, 2026

World

WHO Seeks $1 Billion Lifeline for 36 Global Health Crises Amid Funding Squeeze

Facing steep aid cuts, the World Health Organization launches a scaled-back $1 billion emergency appeal for 2026 to sustain essential health services across Gaza, Sudan, Ukraine and other crisis zones, warning that underfunding risks severe global consequences.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Legend Biotech's Steep Slide: Is the Cell Therapy Pioneer Now a Value Play?

Legend Biotech shares have plummeted nearly 50% in three months, erasing billions in market value and forcing investors to question whether the selloff is an overreaction or a prudent reassessment of the CAR-T leader's long-term prospects.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Palantir Shatters Records: AI Demand Fuels Historic Quarter, $10 Billion Army Deal Seals Dominance

Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) reported a blockbuster second quarter, surpassing $1 billion in revenue for the first time and securing a monumental $10 billion U.S. Army contract. The company's enterprise AI platform, AIP, drove U.S. commercial revenue up 93% year-over-year, signaling a seismic shift in how governments and corporations operationalize artificial intelligence.

Feb 3, 2026