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- Reuters
Sterling hits one-month high as dollar slides; focus turns to BoE
The pound rose to its highest in a month on Wednesday as the dollar retreated further after surging two days ago on the threat of sweeping U.S. tariffs, while the focus in UK markets turned to the Bank of England rate decision on Thursday. The U.S. dollar index, which tracks the currency against six peers, fell 0.5% on Wednesday. Many economists think - and British officials are hopeful - that Britain will be spared the worst of U.S. President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff policies due to a more balanced trade situation between the two countries.
- Business Insider
China's rapid tariff response shows Beijing is ready for Trump
China's targeted and calibrated response to Trump's tariffs shows Beijing isn't backing down, economists told Business Insider.
- The Canadian Press
At least 10 killed in Sweden's worst mass shooting, gunman also dead
OREBRO, Sweden (AP) — Sweden's worst mass shooting left at least 11 people dead, including the gunman, and at least five seriously wounded at an adult education center west of Stockholm.
- Yahoo Finance
Stock market today: Nasdaq futures slip to lead S&P 500, Dow lower as Google earnings fall short
US stock futures pulled back after-hours against a backdrop of mixed earnings and the outbreak of a trade war with China.
- BBC
El Salvador offers to lock up US criminals in its mega-jail
El Salvador says it can house dangerous criminals, including US citizens, in its mega-jail.
- USA TODAY
When is Fat Tuesday? What to know about the last day of Mardi Gras
Fat Tuesday, also known as Mardi Gras, is less than a month away. Here's what to know about the end of the vibrant celebration.
- The Canadian Press
Middle East latest: Palestinians say Trump's proposal for Gaza violates international law
Palestinians, their allies and other nations reacted strongly to President Donald Trump’s proposal that the United States “take over” the Gaza Strip and permanently resettle its residents.
- Thomson Reuters StreetEvents
Q4 2024 WEC Energy Group Inc Earnings Call
Q4 2024 WEC Energy Group Inc Earnings Call
- Yahoo Life UK
Holly Willoughby's best red carpet looks as she brings glamour to Celebrity Bear Hunt premiere
The presenter is making her big return to our screens as the co-host of Netflix's Celebrity Bear Hunt, with Bear Grylls.
- PA Media: Entertainment
Kay Burley: The journalist who was the face of Sky News from the start
Raised in Wigan, Lancashire, Burley’s parents worked in a cardboard factory and she attended Whitley High School.
- Investing.com
Electronic Arts reports profit miss, stock up on $1 bln buyback announcement
Investing.com -- Electronic Arts Inc (NASDAQ:EA) reported quarterly earnings below Wall Street estimates and issued a weaker-than-expected outlook for the fourth quarter. Though the stock was trading up around 2% in premarket trading Wednesday after a $1 billion share repurchase announcement.
- BBC
Philippines feud escalates as lawmakers vote to impeach vice-president
It comes amid a bitter feud between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and his vice-president Sara Duterte.
- Simply Wall St.
Quaker Chemical (NYSE:KWR) Is Experiencing Growth In Returns On Capital
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Firstly, we'll want to see a...
- Reuters
Santander announces 10 billion euros in buybacks, sees higher profitability
MADRID (Reuters) -Santander on Wednesday announced 10 billion euros ($10.40 billion) in share buybacks for 2025 and 2026 and forecast higher profitability on the back of stronger growth in its U.S. consumer unit and efficiency gains. With the Spanish lender also reporting record quarterly and full-year profits, its shares were up more than 7% by 0931 GMT. European banks have been handing back record sums - on course for 120 billion euros last year - to investors through buybacks and dividends after higher interest rates fuelled a run of record profits.
- BBC
Estée Lauder to cut up to 7,000 jobs as sales fall
The owner Clinique, MAC and Bobbi Brown will axe more jobs than planned amid certainty over US taxes.
- The Telegraph
Banning phones in classrooms ‘does not improve marks’
Banning phones in schools does not improve children’s marks or mental health, a landmark study has found.
- Simply Wall St.
Kforce Full Year 2024 Earnings: In Line With Expectations
Kforce ( NYSE:KFRC ) Full Year 2024 Results Key Financial Results Revenue: US$1.41b (down 8.3% from FY 2023). Net...
- The Independent
Sweden school shooting: Everything we know about the killing of 11 people at an adult education centre
Sweden’s prime minister said the attack at the Risbergska School was the worst mass shooting in country’s history
- Barca Universal
Barcelona key midfielder not training with group ahead of Valencia clash
As Barcelona began their preparations for tomorrow’s Copa del Rey quarter-final encounter against Valencia, all eyes were on the training session to see whether a certain Gavi would participate or n...
- Storyful
Satellite Imagery Shows Several Bushfires Burning Across Victoria
Satellite imagery shows several bushfires burning across Victoria, Australia, since January 27, with multiple blazes in Grampians National Park merging into one large fire.On Wednesday, February 5, officials set “watch and act” warnings for the fire in Grampians National Park, and for another fire in Little Desert National Park.According to the latest update from fire officials, the spread of the fire in Grampians National Park had been stopped by Wednesday afternoon, but they warned residents that the situation could change at any time.According to the AAP, the fire burning in Grampians National Park had scorched 132,000 total hectares (326,000 acres) by Wednesday evening, while the fire in Little Desert National Park had grown to 90,000 hectares. Credit: CIRA via Storyful