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High Tide Caps Record Year with Strong Q4, Eyes German Expansion and U.S. Ambitions

High Tide Inc. reported record quarterly revenue and profitability in its fiscal Q4 2025, fueled by robust Canadian retail growth. The company outlined aggressive store expansion plans and detailed integration efforts for its new German medical cannabis asset, while also signaling cautious optimism regarding potential U.S. market entry.

Jan 30, 2026

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Markets Slip as Trump's Fed Chair Pick Stokes Policy Uncertainty

U.S. stocks extended losses into a third session as investors weighed the potential implications of Kevin Warsh's nomination to lead the Federal Reserve, capping a volatile week of trading.

Jan 30, 2026

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Venezuela Opens Oil Sector to U.S. Investment After Sanctions Ease and Legal Overhaul

A dual shift in U.S. sanctions and Venezuelan oil law is unlocking the country's vast reserves for American companies, marking a potential turning point after decades of nationalization and economic isolation.

Jan 30, 2026

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Hochul Moves to Sever NY Police Ties with ICE, Escalating State-Federal Immigration Clash

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed legislation to prohibit state and local law enforcement from collaborating with federal immigration authorities, a move the Department of Homeland Security warns will compromise public safety.

Jan 30, 2026

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Iran Draws Red Line on Missile Program as U.S. Naval Buildup Intensifies

Amid escalating tensions and a U.S. military buildup in the Gulf, Iran's foreign minister has declared the country's missile capabilities 'non-negotiable,' setting the stage for a precarious diplomatic standoff.

Jan 30, 2026

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UN Faces 'Imminent Financial Collapse' as U.S. Withholds Funds, Guterres Warns

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the United Nations is at risk of running out of cash by July, citing a deepening funding crisis exacerbated by withheld U.S. contributions and systemic budgetary pressures.

Jan 30, 2026

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Prediction Markets Surge as Coinbase Expands Access and U.S. Regulators Signal Rule Overhaul

A pivotal week for prediction markets saw Coinbase partner with Kalshi to offer event contracts nationwide, while the CFTC moved to establish clearer regulatory standards. Meanwhile, traders sharply increased bets on a potential U.S. government shutdown.

Jan 30, 2026

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Trump Taps Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh for Chair, Signaling Potential Policy Shift and Bitcoin Boost

President Trump nominates Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor with a history of advocating for lower interest rates and expressing favorable views on Bitcoin, to lead the Federal Reserve, a move that could reshape monetary policy and digital asset markets.

Jan 30, 2026

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Chevron Ramps Up Venezuelan Oil Shipments to U.S., Nearing 300,000 Barrels Per Day

Chevron is significantly increasing crude exports from Venezuela to the United States, capitalizing on a special U.S. license and growing demand from Gulf Coast refineries, while new competitors enter the recently reopened market.

Jan 30, 2026

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Mexico Vows Diplomatic Push as U.S. Tariff Threat Looms Over Cuba Oil Lifeline

Facing a new U.S. threat of tariffs on nations supplying oil to Cuba, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum pledges to pursue diplomatic channels and seek alternatives to avert a potential humanitarian crisis on the island, while safeguarding Mexico's own economic interests.

Jan 30, 2026

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Chevron's Venezuela Gambit: A High-Stakes Bet on Policy Shifts and Heavy Crude

A U.S. license shift paves the way for Chevron to expand its unique position in Venezuela's oil sector, offering potential upside amid significant political and operational risks.

Jan 30, 2026

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Iran Signals Openness to Nuclear Talks with U.S., But Draws Red Lines on Missiles and Sovereignty

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking from Istanbul, stated Iran's conditional willingness to engage in "fair and just" nuclear diplomacy with the United States, while firmly rejecting negotiations on its missile program and any external "dictation." The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and renewed U.S. military threats.

Jan 30, 2026

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U.S. Producer Prices Surge in December, Fueled by Rising Service Costs

U.S. producer prices rose more than anticipated in December, driven primarily by increasing costs in the services sector. The data suggests businesses are beginning to pass on tariff-related expenses to consumers, potentially signaling a reacceleration of inflationary pressures.

Jan 30, 2026

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Adyen Doubles Down on Strategic Partnerships Amid Stock Slump, Expanding U.S. Benefit Access and Asia-Pacific Footprint

Dutch payments giant Adyen is forging ahead with two key partnerships—enabling SNAP EBT payments in the U.S. with Forage and launching embedded solutions in Asia-Pacific with Raptor—as it seeks to reignite growth while its shares languish well below historic highs.

Jan 30, 2026

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Winter Crisis Deepens as U.S. Energy Aid for Ukraine Remains Stalled in Bureaucratic Maze

Promised U.S. funds to repair Ukraine's war-shattered energy grid are caught in administrative limbo, leaving millions vulnerable to extreme cold amid renewed Russian strikes and internal U.S. agency disputes.

Jan 30, 2026

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Digital Dragnet: Inside the Surveillance Tactics Powering Trump's Minnesota Immigration Crackdown

A routine commute in Minneapolis turns into a biometric checkpoint, spotlighting the advanced surveillance tools—from facial recognition apps to vast data networks—now central to federal immigration enforcement. As operations intensify, questions mount over privacy, oversight, and the line between targeted enforcement and dragnet surveillance.

Jan 30, 2026

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Exclusive: U.S. Envoys in Jerusalem Blocked Internal Warnings of 'Apocalyptic' Gaza Conditions

Reuters reveals that senior U.S. diplomats suppressed graphic cables from aid officials detailing catastrophic famine and devastation in northern Gaza in early 2024, preventing the warnings from reaching top Biden administration leadership.

Jan 30, 2026

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Alberta Separatists Seek Trump's Ear, Testing U.S.-Canada Ties Amid Sovereignty Fears

Reports of U.S. officials meeting with Alberta independence advocates have ignited a diplomatic row, as Canada's western province weighs a contentious push for sovereignty with an eye toward Washington.

Jan 30, 2026

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U.S. Navy Destroyer Arrives at Israel's Eilat Port Amid Heightened Regional Tensions

A U.S. Navy destroyer has docked at Israel's southern port of Eilat, a move reported by Israeli media as U.S.-Iranian tensions simmer. While officials describe the deployment as routine, it coincides with a significant American military buildup in the region.

Jan 30, 2026

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U.S. Gaza Mission Leadership Shifts Amid Strategic Uncertainty

The U.S. military and civilian leaders of Washington's flagship Gaza mission are departing, with successors unannounced, as European allies reassess their participation and questions mount over the initiative's future direction.

Jan 30, 2026