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Burkhalter Holding AG: Retail Investors Hold Largest Stake at 45%, Insiders Maintain Strong Influence

Shareholder analysis reveals a distinctive ownership structure at Swiss electrical engineering group Burkhalter Holding, where retail investors collectively hold the largest stake, while insiders retain significant control. This balance of power highlights both broad public interest and strong managerial alignment in the CHF1.5 billion company.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Names Revealed: Federal Agents Involved in Fatal Minneapolis Shooting of ICU Nurse

ProPublica has identified the two Customs and Border Protection officers who discharged their weapons during an encounter that resulted in the death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse. The incident has intensified scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement tactics in urban areas.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Pope Leo XIV Urges Dialogue as Tensions Rise Between U.S. and Cuba

The American-born pontiff has issued a public plea for peace amid reports of a covert U.S. plan to destabilize Cuba's government, marking his latest critique of Trump-era foreign policy.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

JPMorgan Faces Dual Fronts: Trump Lawsuit and Crypto Clash Amplify Regulatory Scrutiny

JPMorgan Chase confronts heightened regulatory and political pressure as a lawsuit from former President Donald Trump alleges biased account closures, while CEO Jamie Dimon's public spat with Coinbase underscores the intensifying battle between traditional banks and crypto platforms for customer funds.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's Wild Ride: How Prediction Markets Missed the Leverage Liquidation Storm

As Bitcoin tumbled below $80,000, a stark divergence emerged: options markets flashed warning signs while prediction contracts remained oddly calm, exposing a fundamental clash in how crypto markets price risk.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Speaker Johnson Expresses Confidence in Securing Votes to Avert Partial Shutdown by Tuesday

House Speaker Mike Johnson stated on Sunday that he believes he has secured enough Republican support to pass a stopgap funding bill and end the partial government shutdown by Tuesday at the latest, citing logistical hurdles due to severe weather.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. Accuses Cuba of Harassment After Protesters Confront Top Diplomat

Washington has formally accused Havana of orchestrating intimidation tactics against its chief envoy, following a series of heated public confrontations that underscore escalating bilateral tensions.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Judge Orders Release of 5-Year-Old and Father from ICE Custody Amid Heated Asylum Dispute

A federal judge has ordered the release of a five-year-old boy and his father from immigration detention, sparking a public clash between Trump administration officials and Democratic lawmakers over the family's asylum status and the treatment of migrant children.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Royal Rift: PM Starmer Breaks Protocol, Urges Prince Andrew to Cooperate with U.S. Epstein Probe

In a striking departure from diplomatic norms, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has publicly called on the disgraced Duke of York to provide evidence to the U.S. Congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The intervention signals a collapse of the traditional political shield around the monarchy and intensifies legal and reputational pressures on Andrew.

Feb 2, 2026

US

GOP Hopeful Knight Takes Aim at Minnesota's Sanctuary Stance, Vows to Restore 'Rule of Law'

Republican gubernatorial candidate Patrick Knight criticizes the Walz administration's approach to immigration enforcement, linking it to broader issues of governance and a recent fraud scandal, as he pitches a back-to-basics campaign platform.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Search Intensifies for Missing Arizona Woman, 21, as Boyfriend Faces Charges; Vehicle Found with Blood Evidence

The search for Isabella Comas, last seen in Avondale on January 11, continues after her abandoned car was discovered with blood stains. Her boyfriend, Thomas Rodriguez, a convicted felon, is in custody on unrelated charges as authorities plead for public assistance.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Secrecy vs. Scrutiny: Legal Battle Erupts Over Sealed Filings in Charlie Kirk Assassination Case

Prosecutors and a media coalition are challenging the defense's push to seal court documents in the high-profile case against accused assassin Tyler Robinson, igniting a fierce debate over public access and a fair trial.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Fewer but Fiercer: The Evolving Disruption of U.S. Government Shutdowns

While the frequency of U.S. government shutdowns has declined since the 1990s, a deepening partisan divide has transformed them into longer, more damaging stalemates, with 22 closures since 1976 imposing growing costs on federal operations and the public.

Feb 2, 2026

US

RFK Jr. Breaks Silence on Kennedy Family Rift Amidst Cousin's Tragic Passing

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly addressed the deep divisions within America's most storied political family, following the death of his cousin Tatiana Schlossberg and amidst ongoing policy controversies that have placed him at odds with his relatives.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Seabridge Gold Advances KSM Development, Announces Strategic Spin-Out of Valor Gold

Seabridge Gold reports significant on-site progress at its flagship KSM project while unveiling plans to spin out its Courageous Lake asset into a new publicly traded company, Valor Gold, distributing shares to existing shareholders.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Rescued Hikers Leave Unsettled Hotel Bill, Prompting Outcry from Lake District Rescue Volunteers

A mountain rescue team in England's Lake District has publicly appealed for two hikers to settle a hotel bill after a costly winter rescue on Scafell Pike, highlighting the financial and ethical pressures faced by volunteer-led emergency services.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

D-Wave Quantum's Strategic Pivot: Acquisition, Major Deals, and a Cross-Country Move Reshape Its Trajectory

D-Wave Quantum solidifies its dual-platform strategy with the acquisition of Quantum Circuits, announces multi-million dollar enterprise contracts, and relocates its headquarters from Silicon Valley to Florida, marking a significant shift in its operational and market focus.

Jan 31, 2026

Business

Musk's Corporate Chess: SpaceX-xAI Merger Paves Simpler Path Than Tesla Integration

As SpaceX nears a deal to acquire xAI, analysts see a straightforward step in Elon Musk's grand vision. However, integrating the publicly traded Tesla into a sprawling 'Musk Inc.' conglomerate presents a far more complex financial and regulatory challenge for investors.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Axon's AI Ambitions Face Reality Check as Lofty Valuation Meets Earnings Test

Axon Enterprise prepares to report Q4 earnings under intense scrutiny, with its high-flying stock under pressure and a major AI acquisition hanging in the balance. Can its public safety tech expansion justify the premium?

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Franklin Templeton Posts Record Inflows, Hits $1.68 Trillion AUM as Clients Seek Unified Platforms

Franklin Resources (BEN) reported robust Q1 2026 results, highlighted by record long-term inflows of $118.6B and AUM reaching $1.68T. CEO Jenny Johnson emphasized strong demand for integrated public-private market solutions and personalized investment strategies amid ongoing market volatility.

Jan 30, 2026