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Business

Cinemark Stock: Undervalued Giant Poised for Rebound as Box Office Recovers

Despite lingering post-pandemic and industry headwinds, Cinemark Holdings (CNK) presents a compelling value case. With a dominant concession model, a massive loyalty program, and a slate of delayed blockbusters on the horizon, analysts see significant upside as the theater chain's financials stabilize and capital returns to shareholders begin.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Illinois Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Hammer Murders of Mother, Family Dog; Court Orders Mental Health Treatment

Cody Sales of Plattville was found guilty but mentally ill for the 2025 killings. A Kendall County judge imposed consecutive sentences for first-degree murder and aggravated animal cruelty, mandating psychiatric care during his incarceration.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Devon and Coterra Forge U.S. Shale Giant in $1B Synergy, $5B Buyback Deal

Devon Energy and Coterra Energy announce a strategic, all-stock merger to create a dominant multi-basin U.S. shale operator. The combined entity, centered on the prolific Delaware Basin, targets $1 billion in annual synergies and over $5 billion in shareholder returns, promising enhanced scale and capital efficiency.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Ohio Man, 83, Gets Life Sentence for Murder of Uber Driver in Tragic Case of Mistaken Identity Fueled by Scam

An elderly Ohio man, ensnared in a phone scam, fatally shot an Uber driver he wrongly believed was part of the plot. The case highlights the deadly consequences of fraud and mistaken perception.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Walmart Shares Surge on U.S.-India Trade Deal, Supply Chain Shift

Walmart stock jumped over 4% Monday as a new trade agreement between the U.S. and India promises lower tariffs and increased market access, bolstering the retail giant's strategic pivot toward Indian manufacturing and e-commerce.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Investment Firm Nicholas Hoffman & Co. Deploys Over $100 Million into Ultra-Short Treasury ETF

A recent SEC filing reveals a major purchase of the Vanguard 0-3 Month Treasury Bill ETF, signaling a strategic move for liquidity and yield in a volatile market.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

DaVita Navigates Headwinds as Integrated Kidney Care Turns Profitable Ahead of Schedule

DaVita Inc. reported Q4 2025 results in line with expectations, highlighting a milestone first profitable year for its Integrated Kidney Care unit. While revenue per treatment accelerated, the company continues to face pressure from elevated patient mortality and rising benefit costs. Executives provided 2026 guidance projecting mid-single-digit operating income growth and a sharp rise in EPS, buoyed by share buybacks and the stabilization of prior investment losses.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The High Cost of the American Dream: Why a Bestselling Author Says Buying a Home Can Derail Financial Freedom

As housing affordability hits historic lows, financial author JL Collins challenges a core tenet of the American Dream, arguing that homeownership can be a trap for capital and mobility, especially for those seeking early financial independence.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Founder of Russia's Largest Bitcoin Miner Arrested as Firm Teeters on Bankruptcy

The arrest of BitRiver's founder on tax evasion charges coincides with an insolvency claim filed against the company, compounding pressures from sanctions, energy debts, and internal strife.

Feb 2, 2026

U.S. Natural Gas Prices Plummet as Production Rebounds from Winter Storm Disruptions

Natural gas futures tumbled over 25% on Monday, hitting a three-week low, as a swift recovery in U.S. production and a warmer weather forecast alleviated supply concerns sparked by last week's Arctic blast.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

T-Mobile Announces Major Workforce Reduction in Washington State, Cutting Hundreds of Jobs

T-Mobile, the telecommunications giant headquartered in Washington, has filed official notice of permanent layoffs affecting nearly 400 employees across its Bellevue, Bothell, and Woodinville offices, citing evolving business needs.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

The Hidden Engine of the Energy Transition: How Green Tech Fuels Fossil Fuel Demand

Record global investments in wind, solar, and EVs are paradoxically driving a surge in demand for coal, oil, and gas, as the production of essential materials like cement and steel remains locked into hydrocarbon-based economies, primarily in Asia.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Palantir's AI-Driven Surge: Tenth Straight Quarter of Accelerating Growth Defies Skeptics

Palantir Technologies shatters expectations with Q4 results, reporting a 70% revenue surge and forecasting continued robust growth, as its AI platform becomes a central driver for U.S. commercial business.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Texas Teen Sentenced to 40 Years for Fatal Shooting of Sonic Manager in Counterfeit Bill Dispute

Adiah Roberson, 19, receives maximum sentence after pleading no contest to the 2024 murder of Daniel Shrewsbury, who was shot after confronting her over suspected fake currency at a San Antonio drive-in.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

U.S. Footwear Market Holds Steady at $90 Billion in 2025, Driven by Performance and Comfort Trends

Despite economic headwinds, the U.S. footwear market maintained its $90 billion valuation in 2025, with running styles, clogs, and high-shaft boots leading Q4 sales as consumers prioritized comfort and versatility.

Feb 2, 2026

World

U.S. Moves to Secure Critical Minerals Supply with $12 Billion 'Project Vault' Stockpile

The Trump administration unveiled plans for a strategic reserve of critical minerals, sparking a rally in domestic mining stocks and intensifying efforts to reduce reliance on China.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Suffolk Strangler Admits to Sixth Murder, Ending 25-Year Mystery of Teenager's Death

Steve Wright, already serving life for the 2006 Ipswich murders, has pleaded guilty to the 1999 kidnapping and killing of 17-year-old Victoria Hall, a cold case that haunted the community for decades.

Feb 2, 2026

US

From One 'House of Horrors' to Another: Youngest Turpin Siblings Break Silence on Abuse and Foster Care Ordeal

In a landmark interview, three of the youngest Turpin siblings detail their harrowing journey from their parents' infamous captivity to alleged abuse in foster care, revealing a system that failed them twice.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Super Bowl Ad Prices Soar to Record $10 Million, Testing the Limits of Marketing Budgets

As the Super Bowl approaches, the cost of a 30-second commercial spot has reached an unprecedented $10 million, driven by intense demand and bundled packages with the Olympics. Major brands are betting big with celebrity-studded campaigns, but analysts question the long-term value of such staggering investments.

Feb 2, 2026

US

DOJ's 'Weaponization' Task Force Sees Leadership Shakeup as Key Trump Ally Ed Martin Exits Role

Ed Martin, a staunch Trump loyalist appointed to lead a Justice Department group scrutinizing prosecutors who investigated the former president, has been removed from that position, sources confirm. He remains in his separate role as Pardon Attorney.

Feb 2, 2026