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UPS to cut 30,000 jobs and close 24 sites as Amazon volume “glide-down” continues

UPS plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs and close 24 facilities in 2026 as it reduces Amazon delivery volume, even as the company beat earnings estimates and forecast higher revenue for the year.

Wall Street pushes S&P 500 toward 7,000 while Dow falls as healthcare stocks tumble

Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.

Tesla stock in focus ahead of results as Wall Street debates growth vs profitability

Tesla is set for a key earnings test as investors watch margins, demand and pricing strategy, with the results expected to influence sentiment across the EV and tech markets.

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Miura, Tomono, Yamamoto dominate short program as Olympic season pressure rises

Japan swept the top three spots in the men’s short program at the Four Continents Championships in Beijing, led by Kao Miura, setting up a tense free skate battle.

EU and India finalize “mother of all deals” as tariffs fall and market access expands

The EU and India finalized a landmark free trade agreement aimed at cutting tariffs on most goods, easing access for services and investment, and reshaping trade ties across a combined market of about 2 billion people.

Storm Chandra batters UK and Ireland with flooding, school closures and travel disruption

Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK and Ireland, triggering flooding, rescues, school closures, flight and ferry cancellations, and widespread power outages.

Wall Street pushes S&P 500 toward 7,000 while Dow falls as healthcare stocks tumble

Wall Street lifted the S&P 500 to a record and closer to 7,000 as earnings rolled in and the Fed meeting began, while the Dow slipped after health insurers sank on Medicare Advantage news.

Iranian Rial Plummets to Record Low Amidst Protests and Economic Strain

Iran's currency, the rial, hits a record low of 1.5 million against the US dollar amid ongoing protests and international pressure.

Saudi Arabia Expands Investment in Women’s Golf with PIF Global Series

Saudi Arabia is strengthening its commitment to women’s professional golf through a new initiative spearheaded by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). The sovereign wealth...

The Rise of Beauty Rituals Among Modern Runners

Many runners are now weaving beauty routines into their training and race-day preparations, embracing skincare, makeup, and self-care as vital parts of their athletic...

88-Year-Old Juanjo Urbizu Shatters Age Stereotypes with Skateboarding Passion

Juanjo Urbizu, sporting a mischievous grin, adjusts his baseball cap, tucks his T-shirt into his sweatpants, and tightens the velcro straps on his elbow...

From Prison to Purpose: How Yoga Transformed Lyn Savage’s Life

Lyn Savage’s journey to self-discovery began under the most unexpected circumstances—while serving a year in Bali’s Kerobokan Prison. Born in Singapore and later moving...

Egypt’s Sock Ball: A Ramadan Tradition and Street Sport Legacy

Sock ball, once known as a makeshift game for those without access to traditional footballs, has grown into a celebrated pastime in Egypt, particularly...

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant Rookie Jerseys to Fetch $20 Million at Auction

Sotheby’s is set to auction rare memorabilia from two of the NBA’s greatest players, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, with their rookie jerseys expected...

WTA and Saudi Investment Fund Launch Maternity Benefits Program for Tennis Players

Big changes are on the horizon for women’s tennis with the launch of a new initiative aimed at providing maternity and family planning benefits...

Yankees End 50-Year Facial Hair Ban, Players Can Now Grow Beards

For the first time in nearly half a century, the New York Yankees have lifted their long-standing ban on facial hair, allowing players to...

Japan’s Largest Snowball Fight Tournament Brings Winter Thrills

More than 120 teams participated in an intense snowball fight tournament in the mountainous city of Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture, braving the coldest air mass...

AEW to Remain a Private Family Business, Says Founder Tony Khan

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) founder Tony Khan has confirmed that the wrestling league will remain a privately held company, with no plans to go...

Catherine Lau’s Marathon Journey from Personal Goals to Community Support

Catherine Lau Shuk-fan took up running in 2007 as a way to manage the stress of law school. What started as a personal escape...

Rome Enhances Six Nations Experience with Free Museum Access for Rugby Fans

A trip to Rome to watch one of Italy’s three Six Nations matches this year is already an exciting opportunity for rugby fans, but...

Immersive Sports Tech Company Cosm Expands with Global Ambitions

Cosm, an immersive sports-viewing technology company, is rapidly expanding across the U.S. and exploring international opportunities. The company has already built two dome venues...

Travis Kelce Aims to Channel Taylor Swift’s Drive for Super Bowl Victory

Travis Kelce is looking to channel the unstoppable energy of Taylor Swift as he prepares for the Super Bowl, hoping to help the Kansas...

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