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Amnesty Hopes Rise Among IS-Linked Foreign Women in Syrian Camp as Government Offensive Shifts Power

Foreign women detained in Syria's Roj camp, linked to the Islamic State group, see a potential path to freedom following a government offensive that weakened their Kurdish guards. As political dynamics shift, their hopes for amnesty or repatriation collide with international reluctance and an uncertain future for the camps.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Newcastle's Castle Leazes Secures £274m Revamp, Doubling Student Capacity

A major redevelopment of Newcastle University's Castle Leazes student village is moving forward, with contractor Bowmer + Kirkland appointed to deliver over 2,000 new affordable rooms, replacing 1960s-era facilities.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Trump Poised to Tap Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as Next Central Bank Chief, Signaling Policy Shift

President Donald Trump is expected to nominate Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve governor with a notably more open stance toward Bitcoin, to lead the central bank. The anticipated move has already triggered market reactions and reshaped expectations for U.S. monetary policy.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Korro Bio Unveils RNA-Editing Therapy KRRO-121, Aiming to Redefine Ammonia Control for Rare Metabolic and Liver Disorders

At its Analyst Day, Korro Bio detailed its lead candidate KRRO-121, an RNA-editing therapeutic designed to tackle hyperammonemia in urea cycle disorders and hepatic encephalopathy by stabilizing a key liver enzyme, positioning it as a potential paradigm shift from current burdensome treatments.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Fast-Casual Dining Stocks Stage a Surprising Rebound Amid Shifting Consumer Habits

After a brutal 2025, fast-casual restaurant stocks are rallying sharply in early 2026. Analysts debate whether this marks a genuine recovery or a temporary bounce, as consumers pivot towards grocery and convenience store meals, forcing a reckoning on value and quality.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Regulatory Headwinds Cloud Outlook for PDD Holdings Amid Broader China Internet Crackdown

While Morgan Stanley maintains an Overweight rating on PDD Holdings, the firm has removed the e-commerce giant from its Top Picks list, citing heightened regulatory scrutiny and a slower-than-expected consumer recovery in China.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Zillow Group's Valuation Puzzle: A $65 Stock Caught Between Past Stumbles and Future Promise

Zillow Group (ZG) shares, hovering near $65, present a complex picture for investors. While the stock shows signs of a recent recovery, its five-year performance tells a story of significant decline, raising questions about whether current prices reflect underlying risks or hidden opportunity.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beyond the Trillion-Dollar Mark: Broadcom's AI-Driven Ascent and the Road Ahead for 2026

Having cemented its status as a trillion-dollar titan on the back of the AI boom, semiconductor leader Broadcom now sets its sights on sustained growth. We analyze the drivers behind its surge and what investors can expect in the coming year.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Mineralys Therapeutics Submits New Drug Application for Hypertension Treatment Lorundrostat, Backed by Strong Clinical Data

Clinical-stage biopharma Mineralys Therapeutics has filed its New Drug Application for lorundrostat, a potential treatment for resistant hypertension, following positive results from multiple trials. The move positions the company for a potential 2026 market entry and has drawn upgraded price targets from analysts.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beazer Homes Charts Course Through Market Headwinds, Bets Big on Solar and Share Buybacks

Despite a softer-than-expected first quarter, Beazer Homes USA outlines a dual strategy of solar-powered community expansion and aggressive capital returns to shareholders, aiming to boost profitability in a stabilizing housing market.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Apple's Stellar Quarter Highlights Supply Chain Mastery, Yet AI Ambiguity Clouds Future

Apple's Q1 earnings smashed expectations, fueled by surging iPhone sales and robust performance in China. While CEO Tim Cook's operational prowess is undeniable, the company's muted AI strategy and reliance on a Google partnership left investors wanting more.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Vizsla Silver Shares Plunge 14.9% Following Abduction of 10 Employees in Mexico

Vizsla Silver Corp. (VZLA) shares tumbled sharply Thursday after reports that 10 of its employees were abducted from company housing in Mexico, forcing a temporary halt to operations and rattling investor confidence amid broader weakness in silver prices.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

MarineMax Navigates Choppy Waters: Q1 Revenue Rises Amid Industry-Wide Margin Squeeze

Despite posting year-over-year revenue growth, MarineMax's first-quarter earnings reveal the persistent headwinds buffeting the recreational boating industry, from aggressive promotions to cautious consumers. Management points to early spring signals and a fortified balance sheet as reasons for cautious optimism.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Whirlpool's Credit Downgrade Casts Shadow Over Ambitious Product Revamp

S&P strips Whirlpool of its investment-grade rating, citing financial pressures, as the appliance giant books significant impairments while gearing up for a major 2026 product showcase.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Trump's Tariff Ultimatum Forces South Korea Back to Negotiating Table

Amid renewed threats of steep US tariffs, South Korean officials are scrambling to salvage a key trade deal, with high-level talks in Washington failing to yield an immediate breakthrough.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Precious Metals Surge Sparks Rush to Buy, Sell, and Hunt for Hidden Treasure

As gold breaches $5,000 an ounce and silver soars past $120, a trading frenzy grips markets and sends individuals rummaging through attics for forgotten valuables.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Beazer Homes Navigates 'Stubbornly Soft' Market, Bets on Efficiency and Solar to Fuel Recovery

Despite a challenging demand environment to start fiscal 2026, Beazer Homes USA reports stabilizing sales trends and pins its margin recovery on cost controls, a strategic shift to newer communities, and the accelerating rollout of its popular 'Solar-Included' home offerings.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Powell's Parting Counsel: In Final Stretch, Fed Chair Urges Successor to Steer Clear of Politics

With his term winding down, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell offered rare, pointed advice to his eventual successor during a recent press conference, emphasizing the imperative of maintaining the central bank's independence from political influence.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

CPKC Stock Slips on Earnings Miss, But New Buyback Plan Fuels Valuation Debate

Canadian Pacific Kansas City's mixed Q4 results and 2026 outlook have sparked a tug-of-war between short-term optimism and longer-term concerns, as a new share repurchase program clashes with a year of declining shareholder returns.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

UK Watchdog Probes Boots and Superdrug Over 'Misleading' Loyalty Pricing Tactics

A major consumer group has filed a complaint with the Competition and Markets Authority, alleging the pharmacy chains used inflated reference prices to make member discounts appear more substantial than they truly were.

Jan 30, 2026