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World

Rafah Crossing Reopens After Two-Year Closure, Easing Gaza-Egypt Movement Under Strict Scrutiny

The vital Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip reopened Sunday for limited passenger traffic, marking a significant shift after more than two years of closure. The move, part of a ceasefire deal, initiates a tightly controlled process allowing medical evacuations and returns, though humanitarian aid flow remains uncertain.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing to Partially Reopen Monday Amid Lingering Fears and Unmet Aid Needs

Israel announces a limited, security-heavy reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing with Egypt, allowing some medical evacuations while concerns mount over aid access and the safety of returnees.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Tragedy Strikes L.A. Mayoral Race: Candidate Austin Beutner's Daughter, 22, Dies After Being Found Near Highway

Emily Beutner, a 22-year-old Loyola Marymount University student and daughter of mayoral hopeful Austin Beutner, has died following a medical emergency near a Palmdale highway. The death is under investigation by homicide detectives.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gilead Sciences Oncology Update After Positive Trodelvy Keytruda Trial Results

Gilead Sciences (NasdaqGS:GILD) reported positive Phase 3 ASCENT-04/KEYNOTE-D19 results for Trodelvy plus Keytruda in first-line metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Full Phase 3 clinical data were published in a leading medical journal, highlighting efficacy and safety outcomes for the combination regimen. Following these results, Gilead submitted supplemental regulatory filings to the FDA and EMA seeking expanded use of Trodelvy in this setting. For you as an investor, this update...

Jan 31, 2026

Business

A $750,000 Secret: Tennessee Woman Discovers Husband's Hidden Real Estate Purchase Via Text

A Memphis couple's financial foundation is shaken after the husband secretly buys a high-value investment property, sparking a fierce debate on trust, communication, and 'financial infidelity' in marriage.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

High Tide Caps Record Year with Strong Q4, Eyes German Expansion and U.S. Ambitions

High Tide Inc. reported record quarterly revenue and profitability in its fiscal Q4 2025, fueled by robust Canadian retail growth. The company outlined aggressive store expansion plans and detailed integration efforts for its new German medical cannabis asset, while also signaling cautious optimism regarding potential U.S. market entry.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Leadership Reshuffle: Sustainability and Branding Experts Take Key Roles Across Apparel Sector

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol strengthens its executive team with two co-directors, while Arc'teryx creates a chief brand officer role, highlighting a strategic focus on traceability and consumer experience in a competitive market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Truist Trims Price Target on American Healthcare REIT, Maintains Buy Rating Amid Sector Recalibration

Truist Securities adjusted its price target for American Healthcare REIT (NYSE: AHR) downward slightly, while affirming a Buy rating. The move comes as the firm reassesses its outlook for the broader REIT sector heading into 2026.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Haemonetics Gains Analyst Backing After Strategic Vivasure Buyout

Haemonetics (NYSE:HAE) sees its price target raised by Barrington Research following its acquisition of Vivasure Medical, with analysts highlighting the deal's potential to bolster its medical device portfolio and drive growth.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

KeyBanc Upgrades LivaNova to Overweight, Sees 27% Upside as MedTech Valuations Normalize

KeyBanc Capital Markets has upgraded LivaNova PLC (LIVN) from Sector Weight to Overweight, setting an $81 price target. The move reflects a broader positive shift in analyst sentiment towards the medical technology sector as valuation premiums ease.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Hedge Funds Bet Big on Insulet's Omnipod: Analysts See Over 40% Upside for Diabetes Tech Leader

Insulet Corp (PODD) has emerged as a top pick among hedge funds in the medical device sector, buoyed by overwhelmingly bullish analyst ratings and a price target suggesting significant growth potential. The company's innovative tubeless insulin pump system is seen as a key driver.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

GE HealthCare Technologies Gains Analyst Favor, 2026 Outlook Brightens on Market Recovery

Goldman Sachs and Evercore ISI analysts have raised price targets for GE HealthCare Technologies (GEHC), citing a projected market recovery and strong capital expenditure trends by 2026. The medical devices firm is highlighted as a top hedge fund pick.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

DexCom's Strong Q4 Preliminary Results and Ambitious 2026 Outlook Fuel Investor Optimism

DexCom Inc. (DXCM) has released preliminary Q4 figures that exceeded expectations and provided robust long-term guidance, reinforcing its position as a favored pick among analysts and hedge funds in the medical devices sector.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Edwards Lifesciences Gains Analyst Favor as Renewed Growth Cycle Takes Hold

Wall Street analysts are raising price targets on Edwards Lifesciences, citing a renewed growth cycle driven by TAVR expansion and a strong product pipeline, positioning the medical device maker as a favored pick.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Medtronic's Growth Outlook Tempered by Survey on Renal Denervation Adoption

A recent physician survey on renal denervation procedure volumes has prompted analysts to adopt a more measured view of Medtronic's near-term growth potential, even as the medical device giant remains a favored long-term holding.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing to Reopen Under Tight Controls, Offering Cautious Hope for Gaza

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt is set to partially reopen Sunday, marking a fragile step in the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. While offering a lifeline for medical evacuees and displaced families, the operation will be tightly controlled by Israeli, Egyptian, and EU officials, with significant restrictions on the movement of people and goods.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Iranian Hospitals Under Siege: Wounded Protesters and Medics Targeted in Crackdown

Rights groups document a disturbing pattern of Iranian security forces raiding hospitals to arrest injured protesters and the medical personnel treating them, transforming sanctuaries of care into sites of fear and reprisal.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Diageo Considers Exiting Indian Cricket, Weighs Sale of Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL Franchise

Global spirits giant Diageo is exploring a sale of its high-profile Indian Premier League cricket franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, as part of a strategic review of its Indian assets. Major private equity firms are circling, signaling strong interest in one of sports' most valuable properties.

Jan 30, 2026

World

MSF Defies Israeli Demand for Staff Lists, Citing Safety Fears in Gaza

The medical aid group Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has refused to comply with an Israeli order to hand over detailed staff lists as a condition for continuing its work in Gaza and the West Bank, warning the demand jeopardizes the safety of its personnel and could cripple humanitarian operations.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Seeking Reliable Income? Three High-Yield Dividend Stocks Poised for Stability

Amid market volatility, these three companies offering yields above 4% present a compelling case for income-focused investors, backed by strategic pivots and resilient business models.

Jan 30, 2026