A crowded and expensive Democratic primary in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District has erupted into a national battleground, with super PACs and ideological factions spending millions to influence the party's future ahead of a pivotal election year.
Amidst crypto market turbulence, Tether (USDT) maintains its dominance as the leading stablecoin, offering investors a potential harbor and sparking debate over its role in modern finance.
Commonwealth Financial Network has reached a settlement with the SEC, bringing to a close a five-year legal battle over allegations the firm failed to disclose conflicts in mutual fund share class recommendations.
A proposed acquisition of eye-lens maker STAAR Surgical by Alcon faces fierce resistance from major investors, who argue the company is being sold at a cyclical low. The clash has forced deal amendments and delays, setting the stage for a potential proxy fight or higher bid.
In a speech to parliament, Finland's President Alexander Stubb called for a clear-eyed recognition of changes in U.S. foreign policy, warning that its underlying ideology now conflicts with European values, even as he reaffirmed the alliance's importance.
The commercial real estate data giant CoStar Group faces mounting pressure as hedge fund D.E. Shaw joins Third Point in demanding board changes and a review of its costly Homes.com venture, signaling a major proxy battle ahead.
Manchester City's Pep Guardiola has pledged to consistently leverage his influential platform to advocate for civilians caught in global conflicts, from Gaza to Ukraine, emphasizing a moral duty to confront humanitarian crises.
As Israel's conflicts stretch into a third year, a wave of defense technology startups—founded and staffed by reservists with direct combat experience—is attracting record investment and global demand, despite mounting international scrutiny over Gaza.
A landmark study from the Geneva Academy documents a global crisis in international humanitarian law, with civilians targeted on an industrial scale across multiple conflicts and major powers failing to enforce the rules.
Analysts are bullish on several names, projecting returns above 20%, but a closer look reveals a mixed picture. While two companies show fundamentals that may support the optimism, another appears overhyped, highlighting the need for independent scrutiny in a market where analyst conflicts are common.
From Mussolini's Rome-Berlin Axis to Bush's 'Axis of Evil,' the term has evolved into a potent geopolitical label. Its revival to describe groupings like the 'Axis of Upheaval' reveals how language frames modern conflicts and defines the boundaries of legitimacy in international politics.
A new report details how Donald Trump's family has amassed a vast cryptocurrency portfolio, coinciding with a regulatory pullback by the SEC and DOJ. The moves raise questions about conflicts of interest as a Trump-backed venture seeks federal banking approval.
High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran resume in Oman on Friday, against a backdrop of recent conflict, domestic unrest, and escalating rhetoric over Tehran's advancing nuclear program.
Eleven U.S. state pension funds, having invested heavily in MicroStrategy as a proxy for Bitcoin exposure, now face steep losses averaging nearly 60% as the firm's high-risk strategy falters in the bear market.
A heated Democratic primary in New Jersey has become a national proxy battle over immigration policy, with candidates clashing over the future of ICE and the political tone for the 2024 elections.
High-stakes diplomatic negotiations between Washington and Tehran have been relocated to Oman after recent hostile incidents in the Gulf, casting uncertainty over the format and agenda of the critical talks.
Bitmine Immersion Technologies stunned markets last summer by pivoting from Bitcoin mining to become the world's largest corporate holder of Ethereum. Now, trading near the value of its crypto stash, investors debate if it's a hidden gem or a flawed proxy for direct ETH exposure.
A major investment from a UAE royal-backed firm into a Trump-linked company, signed days before the 2025 inauguration, preceded a landmark U.S. agreement to supply Abu Dhabi with advanced AI chips. The deal has drawn scrutiny from legal experts over potential conflicts of interest.
A senior UAE adviser has called for a renewed nuclear deal between Washington and Tehran, stressing the Middle East cannot afford another major confrontation. The appeal comes as both nations prepare for high-stakes talks in Turkey amid a significant U.S. naval buildup in the region.
In a significant policy pivot, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has directed his foreign minister to pursue negotiations with the United States, a move seen as receiving crucial backing from Supreme Leader Khamenei amidst ongoing regional tensions and domestic unrest.
