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US stocks fall again as Iran worries lift oil prices

Wall Street stocks fell again Wednesday as investors shrugged off solid bank earnings and US data while oil prices jumped on rising tensions between Washington and Tehran.

'Bridgerton' premieres in Paris promising 'Cinderella with a twist'

The promoters of Bridgerton, the most English of TV series, chose Paris Wednesday to launch the fourth series of the hit show whose key plotline promises to be "Cinderella with a twist", according to star Yerin Ha.

Battle over Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia rages in Dutch court

A Dutch court held hearings Wednesday to weigh whether to order an investigation into Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chip company at the centre of a global tug-of-war over critical semiconductor technology.

Italian influencer Ferragni acquitted in Christmas cake fraud trial

Italian fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni was acquitted Wednesday of aggravated fraud over charity endorsement deals in a case that has led to greater regulation of the sector in Italy.

Ryanair hits out at 'stupid' Belgium over aviation taxes

Low-cost airline Ryanair on Wednesday announced it is mulling a cut to flights in Belgium, especially at its major European hub of Charleroi Airport, because of Belgian authorities' "stupid" taxes.

African manufacturers welcome US trade deal, call to finalise it

African manufacturers on Wednesday welcomed US lawmakers' approval for renewing their duty-free access but called for urgency in finalising the deal.

'We can't make ends meet': civil servants protest in Ankara

Hundreds of angry civil servants marched through Ankara Wednesday demanding a realistic pay rise as they battle poverty amid the soaring prices and double-digit inflation.

Oil prices extend gains on Iran unrest

Oil prices rose further Wednesday on the political instability in major crude producer Iran, helping safe-haven gold to a new record high and weighing on the dollar.

Italian influencer Ferragni awaits verdict in Christmas cake fraud trial

Italian fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni on Wednesday was awaiting a verdict in a trial in which the Instagram star is accused of fraud over charity endorsement deals.

Dutch court hears battle over Nexperia

A Dutch court held hearings Wednesday to weigh whether to order an investigation into Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chip company at the centre of a global tug-of-war over critical semiconductor technology.

Luxury retailer Saks Global files for bankruptcy

US luxury retail group Saks Global, the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, said Wednesday it had filed for bankruptcy.

Asian markets mostly up with politics bump for Tokyo

Asian markets largely rose on Wednesday as speculation about a snap election in Japan pushed up Tokyo shares, and oil prices dipped after a surge fuelled by instability in Iran.

China's trade surplus hit record $1.2 trillion in 2025

China reported strong trade numbers for 2025 on Wednesday, as its surplus rose year-on-year to a record $1.2 trillion despite a slump in exports to the United States after President Donald Trump hiked tariffs.

Trail goes cold in UK abandoned babies mystery

Two years after a newborn baby was found abandoned on a freezing winter's night, London police look set to shelve their investigation despite having discovered that she is the sibling of two other foundlings.

Asian markets mixed, Tokyo up on election speculation

Asian markets were mixed Wednesday, with Japan election speculation pushing Tokyo shares to a record high, while oil steadied after a surge fuelled by instability in Iran.

US allows Nvidia to send advanced AI chips to China with restrictions

The US Commerce Department on Tuesday opened the door for Nvidia to sell advanced artificial intelligence chips in China with restrictions, following through on a policy shift announced last month by President Donald Trump.

SMX Expands Traceability Platform into Global Latex and Rubber Gloves Market

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 14, 2026 / SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) has expanded its industrial rubber traceability platform into the global latex and rubber gloves market, extending its circular materials strategy into one of the world's largest post-use rubber waste streams. The move marks the sixth application of SMX's circular-rubber program and targets a sector where recovery and reuse have historically been limited.

CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Gladstone Capital Announces Monthly Cash Distributions for January, February and March 2026 and Conference Call Date

Confirming Cash Distribution of $0.15 per share of common stock for each of January, February and March 2026

SMX Advances Cyber Hardware Security with "AAA" Vision

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 14, 2026 / SMX (NASDAQ:SMX) continues to expand its footprint in the cybersecurity hardware space through proprietary technology created to protect critical electronic components across global supply chains. The company's approach, aligned with its "AAA" vision of AI Autonomous Arteries, leverages patented sub-molecular markings, micro-GPS tracking, and blockchain encryption to authenticate, trace, and safeguard devices from tampering, fraud, and unauthorized access throughout their lifecycle.

Pacific Avenue Capital Partners to Acquire U.S. Power Chain Hoist and Chain Business from Columbus McKinnon

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 14, 2026 / Pacific Avenue Capital Partners ("Pacific Avenue"), a Los Angeles-headquartered private equity firm focused on complex corporate carve-outs and other operationally intensive situations in the middle market, today announced that an affiliate has entered into an agreement to acquire Columbus McKinnon Corporation's ("Columbus McKinnon", NASDAQ:CMCO) U.S. based power chain hoist and chain business (the "Company"), including its international sales support functions.

Todd Buchanan Named President of AmeriLife Wealth

Industry veteran brings nearly three decades of experience to lead AmeriLife's expanding Wealth Distribution platform

Bonk, Inc. Kicks Off 2026 with 40% Surge in Daily Revenue Velocity; BONK.fun Generates Over $1.5 Million in First 11 Days

Revenue Pace Accelerating Significantly vs. Record December Levels; Company Highlighted as Trading at Significant Discount to Tangible Asset Value

Vero To Attend 2026 AFSA Vehicle Finance Conference & Expo In Las Vegas

CEO John Mizzi and COO Isaac Zafarani to join senior auto finance leaders at Bellagio as the industry tackles risk, technology, and the next era of vehicle lending

Horizon Aircraft Provides Business Update and Second Quarter of Fiscal 2026 Results

TORONTO, ONTARIO / ACCESS Newswire / January 14, 2026 / New Horizon Aircraft Ltd. (NASDAQ:HOVR), doing business as Horizon Aircraft ("Horizon Aircraft" or the "Company"), an advanced aerospace engineering company and developer of one of the world's first hybrid-electric VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft, today reported its financial and operational results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, ended November 30, 2025.

US stocks retreat from records as oil prices jump

Wall Street stocks retreated from records on Tuesday as markets weighed muted US inflation data, mixed bank earnings and a jump in oil prices.

Fuming French farmers camp out in Paris despite government pledges

French farmers said Tuesday they and their tractors would be spending the night in Paris, even after Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu promised an "emergency bill" to help alleviate their woes including the EU-Mercosur trade deal.

JPMorgan Chase reports mixed results as Dimon defends Fed chief

JPMorgan Chase reported lower fourth-quarter profits Tuesday as CEO Jamie Dimon endorsed Federal Reserve independence and offered an upbeat reading on the US economy.

Nuuk, Copenhagen mull Greenland independence in Trump's shadow

Greenland hopes to cut all ties with Copenhagen, but leaders are proceeding cautiously with independence plans for the Danish self-governing territory despite US President Donald Trump's threats to take over the Arctic island.

Trump's Iran tariff threat pushes oil price higher

The price of oil rose on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump announced steep tariffs on anyone trading with Iran, sparking expectations the threat will restrict supplies of crude.

Denmark, Greenland set for high-stake talks at White House

Danish and Greenlandic officials will hold high-stake talks about Greenland's future on Wednesday at the White House with US Vice President JD Vance, who has accused Denmark of neglecting its autonomous territory.

Hong Kong activist investor David Webb dies at 60

David Webb, a Hong Kong activist investor who campaigned for market transparency and democratic accountability, died on Tuesday aged 60, according to a statement posted on his social media.

Nuuk, Copenhagen cautiously mull Greenland independence

Denmark's self-governing territory Greenland hopes to cut all ties with Copenhagen but leaders are proceeding cautiously with independence plans despite US President Donald Trump's threats to take over the Arctic island.

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