Ukraine’s SBU hits Russia’s Volgograd oil refinery in drone attack, source says
Two Ukrainian drones struck the Volgograd oil refinery in southern Russia in an operation conducted by the SBU security service, a source told Reuters.
Hamas deploys police, distributes funds in sign of resurgence in Gaza areas Israeli troops have left
Hamas has begun deploying police forces and making partial salary payments to some of its civil servants in Gaza City in recent days.
U.S. launches retaliatory strikes in Iraq, Syria, nearly 40 reported killed
The U.S. launched airstrikes in Iraq and Syria against more than 85 targets linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and the militias it backs, reportedly killing more than 30 people.
Turkey central bank chief quits, citing need to protect her family
Hafize Gaye Erkan resigned on Friday, citing a need to protect her family amid a “reputation assassination.”
Meta’s Zuckerberg sees $28 billion windfall after shares rocket
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth is now $165 billion, making him richer than Microsoft founder Bill Gates.
U.S. strikes more than 85 targets in Iraq and Syria in initial barrage of retaliatory attacks
The military action is a significant escalation in Washington’s bid to deter the growing threat from Iran-backed groups across the Middle East.
Mark Zuckerberg’s engagement in combat sports is investment risk, Meta says
In Meta’s latest annual filing, the company said CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s involvement in “combat sports” and other activities is a risk to investors.
Tens of thousands of workers were laid off in January. If you were affected, here’s how you may find work faster
New government data shows a surprisingly strong job market for January. Yet, tens of thousands of workers still found themselves out of work.
Investors are unlikely to dump cash in favor of locking in bond yields, JPMorgan says
Only a fraction of the cash in money markets will move to bonds, JPMorgan believes. Here’s when it could happen — and where the money may go.
Court blocks Florida law barring Chinese citizens from owning property
Lawmakers in several Republican-led states including Texas, Louisiana and Alabama are considering similar restrictions on Chinese citizens owning property.
