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Germany claws back 70 mn euros from Amazon over price controls
Germany's competition watchdog ordered Amazon on Thursday to stop implementing price controls for retailers on its marketplace and told the US tech giant to return 59 million euros ($70 million) in what it deemed unfair gains.
Stock markets drop amid tech concerns before rate calls
Major European and Asian stock markets mostly fell Thursday after more losses on Wall Street's Nasdaq, where technology firms are under pressure over concerns about vast AI investments.
BBVA posts record profit after failed Sabadell takeover
Spanish banking giant BBVA on Thursday reported a record annual profit, shrugging off the rollercoaster ride of its failed hostile takeover bid for its biggest national rival Sabadell.
UN human rights agency in 'survival mode': chief
The UN human rights chief said Thursday his agency was "in survival mode" due to funding shortfalls, as he launched a $400 million appeal to tackle global rights crises in 2026.
Greenpeace slams fossel fuel sponsors for Winter Olympics
Greenpeace activists staged a protest in Milan on Thursday against the sponsorship of the Milan-Cortina Olympics by energy giant Eni, warning that fossil fuel emissions were threatening the viability of winter sports.
Russia says thwarted smuggling of giant meteorite to UK
Russian investigators have prevented a giant meteorite fragment being smuggled to Britain disguised as a garden ornament, the Federal Customs Service reported Thursday.
Heathrow still Europe's busiest airport, but Istanbul gaining fast
London Heathrow remained the busiest aviation hub in Europe last year but Istanbul Airport was nearly neck-and-neck and is likely to overtake it soon, an industry group said Thursday.
Shell profits climb despite falling oil prices
British energy giant Shell said Thursday that its net profit rose 11 percent last year as higher volumes and lower costs helped to offset falling oil and gas prices.
German factory orders rise at fastest rate in 2 years in December
German factory orders unexpectedly posted their biggest rise in two years in December, official data showed Thursday, fuelling hopes that a turnaround is taking hold in Europe's struggling top economy.
Trump fuels EU push to cut cord with US tech
Until President Donald Trump's return a year ago, when the EU talked about cutting economic dependency on foreign powers -- it was understood to mean China. But now Brussels has US tech in its sights.
Top US news anchor pleads with kidnappers for mom's life
US news anchor Savannah Guthrie tearfully pleaded with kidnappers to share proof that her 84-year-old mother was still alive in a video posted to her social media Wednesday night.
The coming end of ISS, symbol of an era of global cooperation
When the International Space Station comes back to Earth in 2030, it will mark the end of three decades of peaceful international cooperation -- and an era when space became central to our daily lives.
New crew set to launch for ISS after medical evacuation
Four astronauts could blast off to the International Space Station (ISS) next week, after setbacks including a mysterious medical evacuation of the previous crew, last-minute rocket problems, and some scheduling conflicts with NASA's Moon mission.
Stocks in retreat as traders reconsider tech investment
Asian stocks fell Thursday to track more losses on Wall Street, where tech firms were again under pressure as fears over vast AI investments and extended valuations gained momentum.
Rising euro, falling inflation in focus at ECB meeting
A rising euro and falling inflation will present fresh challenges for the European Central Bank at its meeting Thursday, potentially reviving debate about if and when policymakers should start cutting interest rates.
Google's annual revenue tops $400 bn for first time, AI investments rise
Google parent Alphabet on Wednesday reported blockbuster earnings, its revenue climbing as it invests massively in cloud computing services enhanced with artificial intelligence.
Mississippi Lawmakers Summarily Reject Three Big Government "Transactional Gold" Bills
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Mississippi lawmakers rejected three vendor-inspired bills this week that would harm Mississippians and the gold industry by entangling the state in a government-run gold scheme. House Bills 1440, 1530, and 1531 are each now considered "dead' after having failed to pass out of committee before a key legislative deadline.
D. Boral Capital Acted as Sole Bookrunner to White Pearl Acquisition Corp. (NYSE:WPACU) in Connection with its $115,000,000 Initial Public Offering
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / On February 3, 2026, White Pearl Acquisition Corp. ("White Pearl" or the "Company") closed its Initial Public Offering of 11,500,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit. This includes 1,500,000 units issued pursuant to the exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option in full, which also closed, on February 3, 2026. The units began trading on the New York Stock Exchange ("NYSE") under the ticker symbol "WPACU" on February 2, 2026, each unit consisting of one Class A ordinary share and one right to receive one-fifth (1/5) of one Class A ordinary share upon the consummation of the initial business combination. Its Class A ordinary shares, units and rights are listed on the NYSE under the symbols "WPAC", "WPACU" and "WPACR," respectively.
Air T, Inc. Announces Distribution Dates for Alpha Income Preferred Securities (AIRTP)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Air T, Inc. (NASDAQ:AIRT) ("Air T") announces the following dividend dates and record dates for Air T Funding Alpha Income Preferred (AIP) securities (NASDAQ:AIRTP) during 2026 and 2027. Cash distributions on the AIP are in the amount of $0.50 per share (a rate of 8.0% per annum).
Isabella Bank Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and 2025 Annual Earnings
MOUNT PLEASANT, MI / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Isabella Bank Corporation (Nasdaq:ISBA) ("Isabella" or the "Company") reported net income of $4.7 million, or $0.64 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter 2025 compared to $4.0 million, or $0.54 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter 2024. Net income for the year endedDecember 31, 2025 was $18.9 million, or $2.56 per diluted share, compared to $13.9 million, or $1.86 per diluted share, for the year endedDecember 31, 2024.
Davos Neurodiversity Summit 2026 during World Economic Forum Drives Global Momentum for Neuroinclusive Leadership
This year's Summit theme was, "Intergenerational Dialogues in the Intelligent Age."
ePayResources and ATMIA Announce Intent to Merge
IRVING, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / ePayResources, a leading provider of payments education and compliance expertise in the United States, and ATM Industry Association (ATMIA), the preeminent trade association representing the global ATM industry, have executed a letter of intent to merge their organizations.
Kolter Homes Announces New Phase Release at PGA Village Verano in Port St. Lucie
New Lakeview Homesites Expand New Construction Options in Port St. Lucie
Trinity Bank Welcomes George Coultress, Jr. to its Board of Directors
FORT WORTH, TX / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Trinity Bank, N.A. (OTCID:TYBT) announced today that its Board of Directors has elected George Coultress, Jr. as an independent director.
Kele, Inc. Appoints Jerome Combes-Knoke as Chief Financial Officer
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Kele, Inc., a leading distribution and solutions partner serving the building automation and industrial markets, today announced the appointment of Jerome Combes-Knoke as Chief Financial Officer. In this role, Combes-Knoke will oversee Kele's finance, accounting, analytics, and mergers and acquisitions functions, supporting disciplined growth, strong financial execution, and long-term value creation.
Tarvis Announces Client Dane Reid's Third Consecutive Year as Live Announcer for Montana DECA State Career Development Conference
Professional Voice Actor Continues to Bring a Broadcast-Level Live Production Experience to One of Montana's Largest Student Leadership Events
Healthee and Homethrive Partner to Expand Access to Personalized Caregiving and Loss Support
New integration helps employers better support working caregivers while simplifying benefits navigation
Be Water(TM) Coming Soon to OneLavi.com
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Greene Concepts Inc. (OTCID:INKW) today announced that Be Water™, its American artesian spring water brand, will be coming soon to OneLavi, expanding consumer access to a premium artesian bottled spring water built around geology, natural filtration, and responsible aquifer stewardship.
Tiderock Companies, Inc. Appoints Michael Beutler as Managing Director of Vivara Global and Chief Compliance Officer
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Tiderock Companies, Inc. (OTCID:TDRK) today announced the appointment of Michael Beutler as Managing Director of Vivara Global and Chief Compliance Officer of Tiderock Companies, effective immediately.
Glo Tanning Sets February 7 Grand Opening in Peoria, Bringing Luxury Wellness and Self-Care to the Community
PEORIA, ARIZONA / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Glo Tanning announces the opening of its newest location in Peoria, Arizona, on February 7, bringing its signature blend of skincare, wellness, and tanning services to the community.
Stagwell Doubles Down on Owned Media Naming Ben Berentson CEO, Owned Media
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / February 5, 2026 / Stagwell (NASDAQ:STGW), the global challenger network transforming marketing through AI, today announced the appointment of Ben Berentson as CEO, Owned Media, effective immediately. Berentson will drive the operations, growth, and expansion of Stagwell's owned media portfolio including Ink, ReachTV, RealClearPolitics, and future initiatives, advancing the portfolio as a strategic business engine for the global network.
Capstone Transitions Away from Legacy Software and Targets "Full Stack AI" Transformation in 2026
Management questions the value of Salesforce, Sage, Atlassian, Asana, Workday, and Adobe.