Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian detained during recent anti-government protests and reportedly facing execution, has been released on bail. His case became an international flashpoint, highlighting tensions over Tehran's crackdown and U.S. threats.
Slovakia’s top national security adviser has resigned following the release of newly unsealed court documents linking him to email exchanges with Jeffrey Epstein. The adviser denies any wrongdoing, stating the move aims to shield the prime minister from political fallout.
A renewed emphasis by President Xi Jinping on building a 'strong financial nation' with a globally powerful currency is being interpreted as a signal for accelerated yuan internationalization, as global confidence in the dollar shows signs of strain.
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened for pedestrian traffic Monday, ending a near two-year shutdown. The vital gateway, crucial for aid and movement, resumes under a complex new security framework involving Israeli oversight and international monitors.
Venezuela has released more than 30 individuals classified as political prisoners, according to a leading rights organization. The move follows the government's announcement of a proposed amnesty law and comes amid mounting international pressure and domestic calls for faster action.
Atkore International is set to report its quarterly earnings Tuesday morning. Investors will be watching closely to see if the company can overcome recent headwinds in the electrical systems sector and meet Wall Street's forecasts.
As Mondelez International prepares to report its quarterly results, investors are watching for signs of sustained growth and margin recovery in a competitive packaged foods landscape.
Aerospace and defense supplier TransDigm prepares to release its fourth-quarter results before market open on Tuesday, with analysts anticipating double-digit revenue growth and steady performance in a buoyant sector.
Defense electronics specialist Mercury Systems (MRCY) is set to report quarterly results after Tuesday's close, with analysts projecting a revenue dip despite recent stock strength and positive industry tailwinds.
Iranian opposition figures allege recent state media images of Supreme Leader Khamenei are a calculated display meant to bolster morale within the security apparatus, as the regime confronts domestic unrest and international pressure.
A Minnesota judge orders the release of Liam Conejo Ramos and his father from a Texas ICE facility, citing 'traumatizing children' in pursuit of deportation quotas. The case sparked national outrage over the treatment of asylum-seeking families.
Argentina has reportedly purchased $808 million in Special Drawing Rights from the U.S. Treasury to cover an upcoming interest payment to the International Monetary Fund, highlighting the nation's ongoing financial pressures.
The 179-year-old tobacco giant Philip Morris International is closing its Richmond, Virginia office, eliminating 135 positions, as it aggressively restructures around its smoke-free product portfolio, led by the ZYN nicotine pouch brand.
While America's coffee consumption hits multi-decade highs, Starbucks' market share is eroding. The pioneer now faces a crowded battlefield of value-focused rivals, drive-thru specialists, and international entrants, forcing a strategic rethink of its iconic 'third place' model.
Shares of staffing giant Robert Half International surged nearly 28% in a single session, propelled by a significant price target increase from Truist Securities. The rally comes despite the company reporting a sharp decline in annual profits, highlighting a stark divergence between analyst confidence and recent financial performance.
Mondelez International merges its financial and operational leadership under CFO Luca Zaramella, a move analysts say aims to tighten cost control and execution amid intense competition and commodity pressures.
Mondelez International merges financial and operational oversight under veteran CFO Luca Zaramella, who assumes the additional role of Chief Operating Officer. The strategic move aims to tighten cost discipline across global commercial units but raises questions about succession planning and cash flow pressures as the snack giant navigates a challenging market.
Canadian National Railway is ramping up capital returns to shareholders through a significant new share repurchase program and a dividend increase, as the rail giant seeks to reassure investors following a period of underperformance in its stock price.
Initial unemployment filings in Missouri fell by nearly 25% last week, outpacing a modest national decline and contrasting with volatile swings in other states.
Drivers across the Midwest are feeling the pinch as regional gasoline prices rose for a second consecutive week, with the current average now sitting 9 cents higher than last month. While still below the national average, the steady increase signals potential pressure on household budgets.
