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Iran Escalates Diplomatic Row, Summons EU Envoys Over Revolutionary Guard's Terror Listing

Iran has summoned the ambassadors of all European Union member states in Tehran in a sharp diplomatic protest against the bloc's recent decision to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. The move, triggered by the IRGC's alleged role in suppressing protests, deepens Iran's isolation amid heightened regional tensions.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Bitcoin's $80K Breach: Jim Cramer Questions the 'Line in the Sand' and the Absence of Crypto's Defenders

CNBC's Jim Cramer scrutinizes Bitcoin's sharp retreat from the $80,000 milestone, casting doubt on the durability of its support and highlighting a market driven more by narrative than fundamentals.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Russia Reaffirms Backing for China's Taiwan Stance in High-Level Security Talks

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.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing Reopens Under Fragile Truce, Offering Glimmer of Hope for Gaza

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened Monday for strictly limited passenger traffic, marking a critical, if symbolic, step in implementing the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The move follows intense diplomatic efforts and comes as the agreement enters a more complex second phase.

Feb 2, 2026

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FAA Chief Takes Responsibility for Systemic Failures in Fatal Helicopter Collision

At a Singapore aviation conference, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford publicly accepted the NTSB's findings that agency failures contributed to a mid-air collision that claimed 67 lives, vowing to implement safety reforms.

Feb 2, 2026

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Betfred Founders Top UK's Tax List, with Styles and Joshua Among High-Profile Contributors

The annual Sunday Times Tax List reveals the UK's top 100 individual taxpayers paid a record £5.76bn, featuring a mix of business titans, sports stars, and entertainers, with a notable rise in contributions linked to recent fiscal policy changes.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

MicroStrategy's Massive Bitcoin Bet Turns Sour as Price Dips Below Key Threshold

The business intelligence firm, the world's largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, is now sitting on nearly $1 billion in paper losses after the cryptocurrency's recent slump below its average acquisition cost, raising questions about its high-stakes treasury strategy.

Feb 2, 2026

World

EY Forecast: UK Growth to Stagnate Under Weight of Tax Rises and Global Headwinds

The UK's economic recovery faces a significant drag from recently implemented fiscal tightening, with growth forecasts remaining subdued for the coming year, according to a leading economic forecaster.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Rafah Crossing to Reopen Under Strict Limits, Easing Gaza Exodus but Raising New Questions

Israel is set to partially reopen the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, allowing limited pedestrian movement for Palestinians. The move, a condition of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire, comes amid ongoing tensions and a continued ban on foreign journalists.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Europe's $955 Billion Recovery Fund Faces Uphill Battle to Deliver Lasting Economic Transformation

As the EU's landmark 'Next Generation' fund nears its final payout deadlines, its ambitious goal of modernizing the bloc's economy is being hampered by bureaucracy, skills gaps, and questions over long-term sustainability, despite pockets of innovation.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TransDigm's Billion-Dollar Bet: Do Stellant and Jet Parts Deals Reinforce or Risk Its Aerospace Dominance?

TransDigm Group's recent acquisitions of Stellant Systems and Jet Parts Engineering, totaling over $3 billion, have analysts debating whether the moves solidify its lucrative aftermarket strategy or stretch its leveraged balance sheet too thin ahead of a critical earnings season.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Maplebear (CART): A Deep Value Play or Value Trap? Analysts Weigh In After Steep Decline

Maplebear's stock has tumbled over 22% in the past year, sparking a fierce debate among investors. While a discounted cash flow model suggests a deep undervaluation, its P/E ratio tells a more cautious story. We break down the conflicting signals and what they mean for the grocery delivery giant's future.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Tyson Foods' Stock Rally Faces Test as Beef Costs Challenge Operational Gains

Tyson Foods' recent quarterly performance, marked by strength in chicken and prepared foods, is being scrutinized as rising beef input costs pressure margins. The stock's pre-earnings surge sets a high bar for the company to prove its operational turnaround can deliver sustainable profits.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Costa Rica Elects Laura Fernandez, Vowing Constitutional Overhaul and Crime Crackdown

Laura Fernandez, a close ally of outgoing populist President Rodrigo Chaves, has been elected Costa Rica's next leader. She pledges to continue his transformative agenda, including constitutional reforms and emergency measures to combat drug violence, signaling a profound shift for the nation.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Nepal Cracks Down on Multi-Million Dollar Fake Mountain Rescue Insurance Scam

Nepali authorities have arrested six executives from travel and rescue companies, alleging a sophisticated fraud scheme involving fabricated high-altitude rescues to bilk international insurers out of nearly $20 million.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Civilian Bus Struck by Russian Drone in Dnipropetrovsk, Killing 12 Miners

A Russian drone attack on a bus carrying Ukrainian miners home from work has left at least 12 dead and 8 wounded, officials say, in what is being condemned as a deliberate strike on civilians.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Medvedev Warns of Global Alarm as New START Expiry Looms, Threatening First Unchecked Nuclear Era in Decades

Russia's former president Dmitry Medvedev cautions that the potential lapse of the last major U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty without a successor could plunge the world into an unprecedented era of strategic instability unseen since the Cold War.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

TAKKT AG's Three-Year Slump: Long-Term Shareholders Grapple with 68% Loss

Investors in German B2B specialist TAKKT AG (ETR:TTK) have faced a punishing three years, with total shareholder returns plummeting 68%. As revenue declines and the share price continues to slide, we examine the fundamentals behind the downturn and what it signals for the company's future.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Russian Crypto Mining Mogul Igor Runets Placed Under House Arrest in Major Tax Evasion Case

Igor Runets, founder and CEO of Russia's largest Bitcoin mining operator BitRiver, has been detained and placed under house arrest on charges of large-scale tax evasion. The case unfolds against a backdrop of Western sanctions and operational challenges for the once-dominant firm.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Insider Confidence: Three UK Stocks Where Management Has Skin in the Game and Earnings Are Soaring

Amid broader market uncertainty, companies with high insider ownership and robust earnings forecasts can signal aligned interests and resilience. We examine three such UK-listed firms, from a gold miner to a convenience food giant, where those running the show have significant personal stakes.

Feb 2, 2026