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Venezuela Rewrites Its Oil Playbook: A Historic Reversal of Socialist Control Opens Doors, and Questions

In a landmark move, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling the state monopoly that defined its socialist era. While aimed at reviving production, the new hybrid system raises critical questions about transparency, U.S. influence, and its true appeal to foreign capital.

Feb 2, 2026

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Mexico Defies U.S. Pressure, Vows Aid and Fuel for Cuba Amid Deepening Crisis

President Claudia Sheinbaum commits to humanitarian support and exploring fuel shipments to Cuba, directly challenging Trump administration efforts to isolate Havana. The move risks escalating tensions ahead of crucial U.S.-Mexico trade talks.

Feb 2, 2026

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Strategic Congo City Airport Targeted in Drone Attack; M23 Rebels Blamed for Westernmost Strike

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report a weekend drone attack on Kisangani's airport, marking a significant westward expansion of the conflict as M23 rebels are accused. No casualties were reported.

Feb 2, 2026

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U.S. Deploys 'Glowing' Sterile Flies as Buffer Against Flesh-Eating Screwworm Threat at Mexican Border

Amid a growing outbreak in northern Mexico, U.S. agricultural officials are escalating a biowarfare campaign, releasing millions of sterile, fluorescent flies near the Texas border to create a defensive barrier against the parasitic screwworm, a move impacting already strained livestock trade and beef prices.

Feb 2, 2026

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Rafah Crossing Reopens for Medical Evacuations, But Relief Remains a Trickle Amid Gaza's Vast Needs

The reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing for medical evacuations brought a glimmer of hope, but stringent Israeli restrictions limited departures to just five patients on the first day, leaving thousands in critical need still waiting.

Feb 2, 2026

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Venezuela, U.S. Envoys Hold High-Level Talks as Diplomatic Thaw Continues

Interim President Delcy Rodriguez met with U.S. Special Envoy Laura Dogu in Caracas, marking a significant step in the gradual restoration of bilateral ties severed four years ago.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Joby Aviation Nears Liftoff: Air Taxi Service Launch Imminent in Dubai, U.S. Operations on Horizon

Joby Aviation is on the cusp of launching its pioneering air taxi service in Dubai as early as this year, marking a critical milestone for the eVTOL industry. With U.S. certification advancing, the company eyes 2026 for scaled commercial operations, navigating the final hurdles of funding and regulatory approval.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Markets Rebound on Strong Manufacturing Data; Micron Surges Amid AI Investment Scrutiny

U.S. equities found firmer ground Tuesday, buoyed by a robust factory activity report. The rally unfolded as investors grow increasingly discerning about AI-related capital expenditures, creating clear winners and losers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir Stock Surges After Hours on Blowout Q4 Earnings and Aggressive 2026 Outlook

Shares of the data analytics firm jumped more than 5% following a strong quarterly report that exceeded expectations and featured ambitious growth projections for the coming year.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

T-Mobile Announces Major Workforce Reduction in Washington State, Cutting Hundreds of Jobs

T-Mobile, the telecommunications giant headquartered in Washington, has filed official notice of permanent layoffs affecting nearly 400 employees across its Bellevue, Bothell, and Woodinville offices, citing evolving business needs.

Feb 2, 2026

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U.S. and India Strike Trade Deal to Slash Tariffs, Ease Tensions

The United States and India have reached a trade agreement that will significantly lower reciprocal tariffs and remove a contentious levy on Russian oil purchases, marking a potential thaw in economic relations.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford's Decade-Long Road: Can the Auto Giant Navigate Political Whiplash and Find Its Footing?

Ford Motor Company's stock has dramatically underperformed the broader market over the past ten years. As political winds shift and its EV strategy reverses course, investors are left wondering if the iconic automaker can chart a stable path to growth or remain trapped in a cycle of reactionary moves.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three Asian Growth Stocks Where Leadership Holds Up to 40% Stake

Amidst a mixed Asian market landscape, companies with significant insider ownership are drawing investor attention. We examine three high-growth firms from South Korea and China where executives and directors have substantial skin in the game.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Bets in Asia's Small-Cap Arena: Three Undervalued Stocks to Watch in February 2026

Amidst a backdrop of economic crosscurrents, savvy investors are tracking insider moves within Asia's small-cap sector for clues on potential value. We examine three companies where recent executive share purchases signal confidence against the odds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Merges xAI with SpaceX, Unveils Vision for Orbital Data Centers to Power AI Boom

Elon Musk has consolidated his AI venture, xAI, into SpaceX, creating a unified entity to pursue the audacious goal of deploying a million-satellite constellation that will function as solar-powered data centers in space, addressing the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Epstein Files Reveal Cryptocurrency Monitoring: 2019 Coinbase Controversy Landed in Financier's Inbox

Newly unsealed documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case include a forwarded email detailing the 2019 uproar over Coinbase's acquisition of Neutrino, underscoring the late financier's apparent interest in crypto industry crises and their intersection with power.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold and Silver Reel from Historic Plunge: Is the Bull Run Over?

Precious metals markets are reeling after their sharpest single-day decline since 1980, yet major Wall Street institutions reaffirm ambitious year-end price targets, citing enduring structural drivers.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Grains in the Crosshairs: How Metals Meltdown and Dollar Woes Shape This Week's Trade

After historic sell-offs in gold and silver rattled commodity markets, traders of corn, soybeans, and wheat are navigating a landscape influenced by external financial shocks, weather threats, and shifting demand signals.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir Earnings Preview: Options Market Bets on Rebound After Recent Slide

Despite Palantir shares trading below $150 ahead of its Q4 report, derivatives activity and analyst commentary point to expectations for a significant post-earnings recovery, driven by sustained commercial and government contract momentum.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Venezuela Rewrites Its Oil Playbook: A Historic Reversal Seeks to Lure Back Foreign Capital

In a landmark shift, Venezuela's interim government has enacted a sweeping reform of its oil industry, dismantling decades of state control. The move aims to revive production but faces deep-seated risks and questions over who will truly benefit.

Feb 2, 2026