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Dollar sinks as yen surges on intervention speculation
Global currency markets respond to Japanese officials’ hints at intervention, looming U.S. government shutdown and Federal Reserve uncertainties.
January 26, 2026
Former GOP lawmaker urges regulators to block potential Netflix-Warner Bros. merger
The Digital Progress Institute fears that Netflix would have too much market power if allowed to acquire Warner Bros.
January 26, 2026
Nike investigates possible data breach
Sportswear giant Nike is probing a reported cybersecurity incident after hackers alleged they released over a terabyte of the company’s sensitive business data.
January 26, 2026
Trump dispatches Border Czar Tom Homan to Minnesota
The White House faces glowing backlash over ICE actions as Homan is sent to manage operations and respond to controversy surrounding recent protester deaths.
January 26, 2026
Gold hits record above $5,100
A rush of investor demand driven by global uncertainty and new U.S. tariffs pushes gold, silver and platinum to historic highs.
January 26, 2026
TikTok strikes deal for new U.S. joint venture
The majority American-owned joint venture will secure U.S. data and give American and global investors an 80.1% stake, easing year-long security concerns.
January 23, 2026
Klobuchar files to run for Minnesota Governor
After Governor Walz’s departure from the race, Klobuchar is widely expected to dominate the Democratic field and reshape Minnesota’s political landscape.
January 22, 2026
Homicide rate plummeted in major U.S. cities
A new report found homicide rates fell 21% across dozens of U.S. cities in 2024, with experts noting the reasons remain unclear.
January 22, 2026
Mortgage rates edge higher but remain near three-year lows
The slight uptick in mortgage rates follows a boost in refinancing activity, though high borrowing costs and tight housing supply continue to challenge homebuyers.
January 22, 2026
Dems clash over Homeland Security funding as shutdown deadline looms
Democrats express strong opposition to the Homeland Security funding bill, citing concerns about immigration enforcement, as the House races to pass final government spending measures before a partial shutdown.
January 22, 2026