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BCE Slashes Dividend in Strategic Pivot, Bets Big on U.S. Fiber with Ziply Acquisition

In a landmark shift, Canadian telecom giant BCE has cut its dividend for the first time in decades, using the proceeds from selling its MLSE stake to fund a major U.S. fiber expansion. The move signals a new capital allocation strategy focused on debt reduction and high-growth infrastructure, reshaping its return profile for investors.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Aura Minerals: Strong Long-Term Returns Clash with Valuation Concerns as Stock Sees Volatility

Shares of Aura Minerals (NasdaqGS: AUGO) have delivered impressive long-term gains for investors, but recent price swings and conflicting valuation models are prompting a fresh look at the gold producer's prospects. Analysts are divided on whether the current price reflects future growth or an overextended rally.

Feb 5, 2026

Business

Snap's User Base Shrinks as AR Glasses Launch Looms, Testing Company's Core Strategy

Snap Inc. reports a decline in daily active users for Q4 2025, even as revenue grows. The dip, attributed partly to geopolitical bans, comes at a pivotal moment as the company prepares to launch its AR Spectacles into a fiercely competitive market dominated by Meta.

Feb 4, 2026

US

DHS Faces Bipartisan Legal Backlash Over ICE's Use of Non-Judicial Warrants for Home Entries

The Department of Homeland Security is scrambling to contain a mounting constitutional crisis after six of its former top lawyers jointly condemned ICE's controversial practice of using administrative warrants to enter private homes—a move legal experts say flouts Fourth Amendment protections.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cracker Barrel Faces Backlash Over Policy Requiring Traveling Employees to Dine at Its Own Restaurants

Cracker Barrel confirmed a corporate travel guideline, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, stating that employees on business trips are expected to eat at the chain's restaurants 'whenever practical,' sparking criticism and debate over corporate cost-cutting measures.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bezos-Owned Washington Post Slashes Hundreds of Jobs in Major Restructuring

The Washington Post, owned by Jeff Bezos, has initiated sweeping layoffs affecting up to a third of its workforce, including hundreds in the newsroom. The cuts, impacting all departments, mark a profound shift for the 147-year-old institution as it grapples with steep financial losses and a declining subscriber base.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Iran Seeks Last-Minute Venue Shift for Nuclear Talks, Rubio Confirms

Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed Iran's request to relocate planned nuclear discussions from Turkey, as diplomatic maneuvering intensifies ahead of a potential Friday meeting. Rubio outlined key U.S. prerequisites for substantive dialogue amid regional tensions.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Cramer Eyes SanDisk's Surge: Is the Flash Memory Rally Just Beginning?

CNBC's Jim Cramer spotlights SanDisk's standout performance as a top S&P 500 gainer in January, fueling debate on whether the memory storage sector's momentum has room to run.

Feb 4, 2026

‘Bail Out Bitcoin?’: Treasury Secretary Clashes With Lawmakers Over Crypto’s Role and Trump-Linked Firm

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent faced pointed questioning on Capitol Hill, first over the theoretical possibility of a federal Bitcoin bailout and then in a heated exchange about a Trump family crypto venture’s regulatory approval.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Florida's New DMV Law Sparks Widespread Online Backlash and Confusion

A recently enacted Florida statute requiring additional documentation for driver's license renewals has ignited a firestorm of criticism on social media, with many residents calling the process unnecessarily burdensome.

Feb 4, 2026

‘Can You Shut Him Up?’: Waters’ Fiery Clash with Treasury Secretary Bessent Spotlights Inflation, Tariffs Debate

A heated congressional hearing saw Rep. Maxine Waters revive her ‘reclaiming my time’ mantra, culminating in a sharp demand for the chair to silence Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The exchange underscores the deep political divide over the causes of inflation and housing affordability ahead of the midterms.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

PepsiCo Slashes Prices on Game Day Staples Ahead of Super Bowl

In a move timed for the big game, PepsiCo is rolling back prices by up to 15% on its popular snack portfolio, including Lay's and Doritos, citing consumer pressure and a commitment to affordability.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Dorman Products: A Hidden Gem? Strong Fundamentals Clash with Recent Stock Weakness

Despite a recent 5% slide in its share price, Dorman Products (DORM) boasts a robust Return on Equity and a history of solid earnings growth, raising questions about whether the market is overlooking its financial strength.

Feb 4, 2026

California's Road Charge Debate: A Mileage Tax Proposal Sparks Political Clash Over Transportation Funding

A Democratic-led push to study replacing California's gas tax with a per-mile road usage charge has ignited fierce Republican opposition, framing the debate as a critical test for infrastructure funding as fuel tax revenues decline nationwide.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

MPLX: A High-Yield Energy Play Built to Last Through 2030

Despite its nearly 8% yield, pipeline giant MPLX combines a fortress balance sheet with a multi-year growth backlog, offering investors a rare blend of high income and stability.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Utah Search Intensifies for Missing 70-Year-Old Woman Last Seen at Price Walmart

DeEtte Spencer vanished after a family visit in Colorado. Authorities have issued a Silver Alert as her family fears she may be stranded in harsh winter conditions.

Feb 4, 2026

US

Treasury Secretary, House Democrat Clash in Heated Exchange Over Trump-Linked Crypto Dealings

A House Financial Services Committee hearing descended into a shouting match as Rep. Gregory Meeks pressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on oversight of a financial institution tied to former President Trump's family business.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

FedEx Expands Sustainable Aviation Fuel Push to Dallas and New York, Marking Key Step in 2040 Net-Zero Bid

The logistics giant has now integrated Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) into operations at five major U.S. hubs, advancing its ambitious decarbonization roadmap amid industry-wide challenges in scaling alternative fuel supply.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

PepsiCo Slashes Prices on Doritos, Cheetos and Other Snacks in Bid to Win Back Shoppers

PepsiCo announces permanent price cuts of up to 15% on its popular snack portfolio, citing consumer affordability pressures and shifting dietary trends ahead of key selling seasons.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Bahama Breeze's Last Call in New Jersey: Cherry Hill Mall Location to Shutter in April Amid Nationwide Brand Wind-Down

Darden Restaurants confirms the closure of 14 Bahama Breeze locations nationwide, including the chain's final New Jersey outpost, as it converts remaining sites to other brands within its portfolio.

Feb 4, 2026