Laura Fernández, former chief of staff to President Rodrigo Chaves, holds a commanding lead and could secure an outright victory, promising to double down on the incumbent's hardline security agenda.
Havana denies White House accusations of being a security threat while appealing for constructive talks, as U.S. pressure cuts off vital Venezuelan oil supplies and risks a humanitarian crisis.
Voters head to the polls in Costa Rica, with the ruling right-wing populist party aiming to secure a decisive mandate and a legislative supermajority to tackle record violence and political gridlock.
Costa Ricans cast ballots Sunday in an election defined by soaring narco-violence, with ruling party candidate Laura Fernandez, promising a Bukele-style crackdown, favored to win. The vote signals a potential rightward shift and constitutional showdown in a nation struggling with its transformation into a major drug trafficking hub.
In a sweeping decree, Burkina Faso's junta has formally dissolved the nation's political parties and seized their assets, a move analysts warn consolidates authoritarian rule and extinguishes a key pillar of democratic life amid an escalating 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.
In a significant step toward reconciliation, Syrian interior ministry forces entered the Kurdish-administered city of al-Hassakeh on Monday. The move, part of a fragile new agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces, aims to cement a ceasefire and outlines a path for the integration of Kurdish-led institutions into the state's security and administrative framework.
Varonis Systems (VRNS) is set to report Q4 earnings after the bell Tuesday, with investors watching closely for signs of resilience after recent revenue misses and a broader sell-off in cybersecurity stocks.
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu, meeting with China's top diplomat Wang Yi in Moscow, reiterated Russia's firm support for Beijing's position on Taiwan, calling it an 'inseparable part' of China. The talks underscore deepening strategic coordination between the two powers amid global tensions.
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.
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.
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.
Allegion (NYSE: ALLE) is accelerating its strategic shift toward integrated smart security platforms, emphasizing digital credentials, connected locks, and cloud-based access control to meet growing demand from commercial and institutional clients.
Social Security was designed as one component of a broader retirement strategy, not a standalone solution. For average earners, benefits typically replace about 40% of pre-retirement income, but experts urge personal savings to fill the gap.
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will see their February payments arrive on schedule, with amounts reflecting this year's cost-of-living adjustment. Here is the complete calendar and key details.
A scheduled increase in the taxable wage base for Social Security will impact earnings up to $184,500 next year, altering tax liabilities for higher earners and potentially widening the retirement savings gap for millions.
A stark new financial analysis warns that ocean warming and extreme weather could cost the seafood sector $15 billion annually by 2050, threatening food security and economies worldwide.
Federal authorities have taken charge of the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, with the FBI leading the probe and the Department of Homeland Security offering operational support, according to a CBS News report citing a DHS spokesperson.
F5, Inc. (FFIV) faced selling pressure following a confirmed cybersecurity incident, as revealed in Hotchkis & Wiley's Q4 2025 investor letter. The fund cited the breach as a key factor in the stock's underperformance, despite the company reporting a 7% year-over-year revenue increase.
In a move set to redefine border and cargo operations, U.S. AI specialist BigBear.ai has partnered with Abu Dhabi's Maqta Technologies. The collaboration, unveiled at a major industry forum, aims to develop next-generation AI solutions for government agencies and port operators worldwide, focusing on efficiency and security.
