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Business

Futura Medical Raises Revenue Outlook Amid Strategic Review, Bolstered by Eroxon Momentum

UK-based Futura Medical has upgraded its full-year revenue forecast to £1.7 million for 2025, citing strong performance of its over-the-counter erectile dysfunction gel Eroxon. The announcement comes as the company prepares for a strategic review and anticipates key financial catalysts, including a milestone payment from partner Haleon.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Chile's Incoming Government Faces Immediate Test as Public Demands Stricter Migration Laws

A new poll reveals overwhelming public support for harsher measures against unauthorized migration, setting the stage for a contentious legislative battle as President-elect José Antonio Kast prepares to take office.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Ken Griffin Breaks Ranks: Citadel CEO Warns Political Pressure on Fed Poses 'Steep Costs' for Economy

As a top GOP donor issues a rare public rebuke of Trump's Fed attacks, investors are looking to time-tested assets to shield their wealth from inflation's relentless erosion.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

The Hidden Cost of Caution: Why Avoiding Stocks Could Jeopardize Your Retirement

While market volatility unnerves many savers, financial experts warn that an overly conservative investment strategy during one's prime earning years may pose a far greater long-term risk to retirement security.

Feb 4, 2026

US

New START Nuclear Treaty Expires, Leaving U.S.-Russia Arms Control in Uncharted Territory

The final pillar of post-Cold War nuclear arms control between the United States and Russia crumbles as the New START treaty lapses, raising urgent questions about strategic stability, a rising China, and global proliferation risks.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Thomson Reuters Bets on AI Integration as Legal Tech Competition Heats Up

Thomson Reuters is aggressively deploying its own AI tools across tax and legal workflows, even as new competitive threats from AI startups challenge its core franchises. The company's strategy hinges on leveraging its deep proprietary data and entrenched customer relationships to navigate a period of rapid technological disruption.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Analysis: Trump's Push for India to Swap Russian for Venezuelan Oil Faces Steep Hurdles

While the U.S. administration frames a proposed oil shift as part of a broader trade deal, energy analysts highlight formidable logistical and economic obstacles that make a swift transition unlikely for New Delhi.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Ibstock's Outlook Narrows as Analysts Converge on Cautious Price Targets

Analysts have trimmed Ibstock's fair value estimate, signaling a more measured consensus. While the adjustment is modest, it reflects a market recalibrating risks amid economic uncertainty, with both bullish and bearish views now clustering around a tighter range.

Feb 4, 2026

Former Washington Post Editor Marty Baron Blasts Jeff Bezos Over 'Sickening' Newsroom Layoffs

In a rare public rebuke, former executive editor Marty Baron condemned the deep staff cuts and strategic shifts ordered by owner Jeff Bezos, calling the move a betrayal of the newspaper's journalistic mission.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Royal Exile: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Departs Windsor Home Amid Fresh Epstein Document Storm

The Duke of York has quietly relocated to the Sandringham estate as newly unsealed U.S. court files reveal disturbing details about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, intensifying pressure for his testimony.

Feb 4, 2026

The Family Home Swap: A Strategic Move to Ease Housing Pressures and Mitigate Inheritance Tax

As housing costs soar and families evolve, an increasing number of households are considering a novel solution: permanently swapping homes across generations. This arrangement can address space needs while offering potential inheritance tax benefits, but experts warn of complex legal and financial pitfalls.

Feb 4, 2026

World

IDF Alleges Hamas Exploiting Ceasefire, Using Civilian Infrastructure for Military Buildup

Israeli military officials present evidence they claim shows Hamas operatives using ambulances and hospitals to move fighters and weapons, raising serious doubts about the disarmament phase of the U.S.-brokered truce.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Finnish President Stubb Urges Europe to Face a Shifting U.S. Foreign Policy

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.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Oman Hosts High-Stakes US-Iran Talks Amid Fears of Military Escalation

Diplomats from Washington and Tehran are set to meet in Muscat this week for their first direct dialogue since Iran's protest crackdown, with the shadow of potential U.S. military action looming over the negotiations.

Feb 4, 2026

World

HRW's 2026 Report: Global Human Rights Framework Faces Unprecedented Strain

Human Rights Watch's latest annual assessment warns of a deepening crisis for international human rights norms, citing concerted pressure from major powers and a rising tide of authoritarian governance affecting billions worldwide.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

Financial Guru Dave Ramsey Advises 26-Year-Old Musician to Protect $800K Nest Egg

A young man with a substantial net worth seeks advice on pursuing his music dreams. Dave Ramsey and his team weigh the balance between financial security and artistic passion in a tough economic climate.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Xi, Putin Reaffirm Strategic Partnership in Video Summit, Hail Alliance as Global 'Stabilizing Force'

Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin underscored the deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership in a high-level video call, framing their alignment as a crucial anchor amid global turbulence. The talks focused on enhanced coordination, robust trade ties, and a shared commitment to a multipolar world order.

Feb 4, 2026

World

As Washington Seeks Minerals, Congo Fears a Raw Deal

While U.S. officials host a global summit on critical minerals, communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo voice deep skepticism that new deals will translate into local benefits, amid fears of entrenched exploitation and conflict.

Feb 4, 2026

Business

White House Warns Defense Giants: Prioritize Deliveries Over Shareholder Payouts or Face 'Consequences'

The Trump administration is pressuring major defense contractors to curb stock buybacks and dividends, demanding they reinvest more profits into production capacity to meet urgent Pentagon needs. While public commitments are scarce, industry reinvestment is rising under the threat of executive action.

Feb 4, 2026

World

Greenland's Record January Heat Reshapes Arctic Economy, Amplifying Geopolitical Stakes

Preliminary data reveals Greenland's warmest January on record, with temperatures far exceeding historical norms. The rapid warming, occurring at four times the global average rate, is forcing a recalibration of the island's economic pillars—from fishing to mineral extraction—while intensifying international interest in its strategic resources.

Feb 4, 2026