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Travere Therapeutics Under Investigation: Legal Scrutiny Clouds Biotech's Path to Profitability

Travere Therapeutics faces a securities fraud investigation by Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP, raising questions about the accuracy of its past disclosures. The probe casts a shadow over the company's critical transition, as it banks on its kidney drug FILSPARI to drive growth amid mounting legal and commercial pressures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Advantest's Meteoric Rise: Is the Semiconductor Testing Giant Now Overvalued?

Shares of Advantest Corp. have surged nearly 200% in the past year, riding the AI and advanced chipmaking wave. As the stock trades near record highs, investors are grappling with a critical question: has the rally run too far, too fast?

Feb 2, 2026

Business

CrossCurve Bridge Exploit Highlights Persistent DeFi Security Woes, $3M Drained

Cross-chain protocol CrossCurve has been exploited for an estimated $3 million, with a critical smart contract flaw allowing unauthorized fund withdrawals across multiple blockchains. The incident renews scrutiny on bridge security and user protections in decentralized finance.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

USA Rare Earth Secures $3.1B in Federal and Private Funding, Fueling Ambitions to Challenge China's Dominance

Backed by a major U.S. government loan and a surge in private equity, USA Rare Earth is accelerating its domestic mining and manufacturing projects, positioning itself at the forefront of a critical national strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Philippine VP Sara Duterte Hit with Fresh Impeachment Complaints Amid 2028 Election Speculation

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, a leading contender for the 2028 presidency, faces renewed impeachment efforts filed by civil society groups. The complaints allege corruption and abuse of public trust, deepening the political rift with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Weekend Rundown: Boy, 5, Released from Immigration Custody as Broader Policy Battle Rages On

A five-year-old boy, whose detention made him a symbol of U.S. immigration enforcement, has been released with his father. Their case highlights the ongoing political stalemate over border policy and government funding, with a partial shutdown looming.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Beyond the AI Hype: How CrowdStrike's Cybersecurity Network Thrives in the New Threat Landscape

While investors chase pure-play AI stocks, cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike demonstrates how leveraging AI defensively within a robust platform model can drive sustained, profitable growth amid escalating digital threats.

Feb 2, 2026

US

North Carolina Mother Faces Multiple Charges After Alleged 103 MPH Drunk Drive in Snowstorm With Unrestrained Toddler

A 24-year-old Goldsboro woman was arrested and charged with impaired driving, reckless endangerment, and child abuse after deputies clocked her vehicle traveling over 100 mph on snow-covered roads with her 1-year-old child not properly secured.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Western Digital Charts AI Storage Future at Innovation Day Amid Surging Demand

Western Digital leverages strong quarterly results and new customer deals to outline its long-term AI storage strategy at its Innovation Day event, as investors weigh its positioning in the booming data infrastructure market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Camellia Plc's Five-Year Slump: Shareholders Weather a 34% Decline Amid Revenue Contraction

Investors in Camellia Plc (LON:CAM) have faced a challenging half-decade, with shares falling 34% as the company grapples with shrinking revenues and an elusive path to profitability. While dividends have softened the blow, the stock continues to lag the broader market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

NIO Accelerates Global Expansion and Tech Rollout Amidst Domestic Market Pressures

Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO reports a near-doubling of January deliveries year-over-year, surpassing one million cumulative vehicles. The company is pushing into new markets in Europe and Asia while rolling out a major driver-assistance system upgrade to its existing fleet, even as it navigates subsidy reductions and intensifying competition at home.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Cross-Chain Protocol CrossCurve Loses $3 Million in Latest Bridge Exploit, Highlighting Persistent DeFi Security Crisis

The CrossCurve decentralized finance protocol has suffered a $3 million exploit through a vulnerability in its cross-chain bridge, contributing to a devastating start to 2026 that has seen nearly $400 million stolen from the crypto sector.

Feb 2, 2026

California's Billionaire Tax Debate: A New Front in the Battle Over Wealth and Power

A proposed wealth tax on California's ultra-rich has ignited a fierce debate, pitting tech billionaires against a coalition of millionaires who argue it's time for the wealthy to pay more. The fight echoes past battles over Silicon Valley's influence and raises questions about the state's economic future.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Utah Banker Who Built a Wall: Marriner Eccles and the Battle for Fed Independence

As political pressure on the Federal Reserve intensifies, the legacy of Marriner Eccles—the Utah banker who architected its modern independence—offers a crucial lesson. A BYU expert explains why shielding monetary policy from politics remains vital for economic stability.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Musk Denies Epstein Party Invitations, Claims Ignorance of 'Creepy' Offers

Elon Musk has responded to newly released emails showing his correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein, stating he was 'too dumb' to initially understand the financier's offers and would have no need for his assistance to socialize.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Syrian Security Forces Uncover Cell Behind Damascus Airport Strikes; Weapons Linked to Hezbollah

Syrian authorities announced the arrest of a militant group responsible for rocket attacks on the Mezzeh military airport, alleging the weapons were supplied by Iran-backed Hezbollah—a claim the Lebanese group denies.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Unsealed Epstein Files Reveal Extensive Kremlin Ties, Fueling Espionage Fears

Newly released documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case detail his repeated interactions with Vladimir Putin and Russian intelligence, raising serious questions about whether the financier's sex trafficking network doubled as a foreign kompromat operation.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Judge Orders Release of Five-Year-Old Detained by ICE, Condemns 'Cruel' Pursuit of Deportation Quotas

A five-year-old boy and his father have been released from immigration detention after a federal judge sharply criticized ICE's tactics, accusing the agency of a 'perfidious lust for unbridled power' in a case that has ignited national outrage.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Ukraine Peace Talks to Resume in Abu Dhabi Amid Ongoing Russian Strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms a new round of trilateral negotiations with Russia and the U.S. is scheduled for early February, even as drone attacks continue to target civilian infrastructure.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Khartoum Airport Reopens for Scheduled Flights After Two-Year War Hiatus

A Sudan Airways flight from Port Sudan touched down in the capital, marking a tentative step toward reconnecting a nation fractured by conflict.

Feb 2, 2026