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2026-01-16T17:15:00+00:00
'Zombie' cells may drive common form of epilepsy
Scientists are unraveling the role of senescent cells in a common form of epilepsy, and it could point to new treatments.
https://www.livescience.com/health/neuroscience/zombie-cells-may-drive-common-form-of-epilepsy
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2026-01-16T17:00:00+00:00
Forced closure of premier US weather-modeling institute could endanger millions of Americans
From high-wind forecasts and wildfire behavior to floods, aviation hazards, air quality and space weather, science developed at the National Center for Atmospheric Research informs decisions that aim to reduce risk.
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/forced-closure-of-premier-us-weather-modeling-institute-could-endanger-millions-of-americans
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2026-01-16T16:08:11+00:00
Ancient mummified cheetahs discovered in Saudi Arabia contain preserved DNA from the long-lost population
Cheetahs vanished from Saudi Arabia half a century ago. Now long-dead mummified big cats may help herald their return.
https://www.livescience.com/animals/cats/ancient-mummified-cheetahs-discovered-in-saudi-arabia-contain-preserved-dna-from-the-long-lost-population
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2026-01-16T15:29:20+00:00
Scars from ancient 'megaquakes' at Cascadia subduction zone discovered in deep-sea landslides
Large subduction-zone earthquakes leave scars on the continental slope in the deep sea.
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/earthquakes/scars-from-ancient-megaquakes-at-cascadia-subduction-zone-discovered-in-deep-sea-landslides
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2026-01-16T18:00:00+00:00
Ads Are Coming to ChatGPT. Here’s How They’ll Work
OpenAI says ads will not influence ChatGPT’s responses, and that it won’t sell user data to advertisers.
https://www.wired.com/story/openai-testing-ads-us/
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2026-01-16T16:00:00+00:00
Former USDS Leaders Launch Tech Reform Project to Fix What DOGE Broke
The plan, which is still in its early stages, is spearheaded by former USDS administrator Mikey Dickerson.
https://www.wired.com/story/former-usds-leaders-launch-tech-reform-project-doge/
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2026-01-16T18:57:03+00:00
The AI healthcare gold rush is here
AI companies are clustering around healthcare and fast.  In just the past week, OpenAI bought health startup Torch, Anthropic launched Claude for healthcare, and Sam Altman-backed MergeLabs closed a $250 million seed round at an $850 million valuation. The money and products are pouring into health and voice AI, but so are concerns about hallucination risks, inaccurate medical information, and […]
https://techcrunch.com/video/the-ai-healthcare-gold-rush-is-here/
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2026-01-16T17:15:00+00:00
How a hacking campaign targeted high-profile Gmail and WhatsApp users across the Middle East
The phishing campaign targeted users on WhatsApp, including an Iranian-British activist, and stole the credentials of a Lebanese cabinet minister and at least one journalist.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/16/how-a-hacking-campaign-targeted-high-profile-gmail-and-whatsapp-users-across-the-middle-east/
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2026-01-16T16:29:38+00:00
X is down for the second time this week
Elon Musk's X, formerly Twitter, is down for the second time this week. Nearly 80,000 reports have spiked on Down Detector since around 10 a.m. ET Friday morning.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/16/x-is-down-for-the-second-time-this-week/
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2026-01-16T16:04:02+00:00
Chinese EVs inch closer to the US as Canada slashes tariffs
The country is dropping its import tax from 100% to just 6.1%, with an initial annual cap of 49,000 cars.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/16/chinese-evs-inch-closer-to-the-us-as-canada-slashes-tariffs/
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2026-01-16T15:56:58+00:00
YouTube relaxes monetization guidelines for some controversial topics
These controversial topics include self-harm, abortion, suicide, and domestic and sexual abuse.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/16/youtube-relaxes-monetization-guidelines-for-some-controversial-topics/
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2026-01-16T15:42:13+00:00
Bluesky rolls out cashtags and LIVE badges amid a boost in app installs
Bluesky adds new features to its app amid a boost in installs due to the deepfake drama on X.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/16/bluesky-rolls-out-cashtags-and-live-badges-amid-a-boost-in-app-installs/
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2026-01-16T19:12:04+00:00
Calif. counters FCC attack on DEI with conditions on Verizon/Frontier merger
Verizon has received all approvals it needs for a $9.6 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications, an Internet service provider with about 3.3 million broadband customers in 25 states. Verizon said it expects to complete the merger on January 20. The last approval came from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), which allowed the deal in a 5–0 vote yesterday. There were months of negotiations that resulted in requirements to deploy more fiber and wireless infrastructure, offer $20-per-month Internet service to people with low incomes for the next decade, and other commitments, including some designed to replace the DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) policies that Verizon had to end because of demands by the Trump administration. "The approval follows extensive public participation, testimony from multiple parties, and negotiated settlement agreements with consumer advocates and labor organizations," the CPUC said yesterday. Read full article Comments
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/01/verizon-frontier-to-complete-10b-merger-after-approvals-from-fcc-and-states/
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2026-01-16T16:55:08+00:00
TSMC says AI demand is “endless” after record Q4 earnings
On Thursday, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported record fourth-quarter earnings and said it expects AI chip demand to continue for years. During an earnings call, CEO C.C. Wei told investors that while he cannot predict the semiconductor industry's long-term trajectory, he remains bullish on AI. TSMC manufactures chips for companies including Apple, Nvidia, AMD, and Qualcomm, making it a linchpin of the global electronics supply chain. The company produces the vast majority of the world's most advanced semiconductors, and its factories in Taiwan have become a focal point of US-China tensions over technology and trade. When TSMC reports strong demand and ramps up spending, it signals that the companies designing AI chips expect years of continued growth. "All in all, I believe in my point of view, the AI is real—not only real, it's starting to grow into our daily life. And we believe that is kind of—we call it AI megatrend, we certainly would believe that," Wei said during the call. "So another question is 'can the semiconductor industry be good for three, four, five years in a row?' I'll tell you the truth, I don't know. But I look at the AI, it looks like it's going to be like an endless—I mean, that for many years to come." Read full article Comments
https://arstechnica.com/ai/2026/01/tsmc-says-ai-demand-is-endless-after-record-q4-earnings/
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2026-01-16T15:40:00+00:00
Feds give Tesla another five weeks to respond to FSD probe
Late last year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened yet another investigation into Tesla and its partially automated driver assist systems. This time it was about FSD (again), which has been the subject of more than 60 complaints to the regulator after Teslas operating under FSD either ignored red traffic lights or crossed into oncoming traffic. As part of the preliminary investigation, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation has asked Tesla for more information on the problem. This week, it told the automaker it could have a five-week extension on its homework. To be fair to Tesla, NHTSA has asked for a comprehensive amount of information: a list of every Tesla produced and sold or leased in the United States, including whether or not that car had FSD and which version; cumulative data on how many US Teslas have FSD and how often it's used; and a list of all the customer complaints, field reports, incident reports, lawsuits, and other data related to FSD ignoring traffic laws. For each incident involving a crash, Tesla must give NHTSA a summary of the incident, including "causal and contributing factors." Further questions require information on FSD use by crashed cars; any alert shown to the drivers; what work, simulation, or otherwise Tesla has conducted to ameliorate the problem; any modifications or changes to FSD hardware or software; an explanation of Tesla's theory of operation for traffic lights and stop signs; and Tesla's assessment of the problem. Read full article Comments
https://arstechnica.com/cars/2026/01/feds-give-tesla-another-five-weeks-to-respond-to-fsd-probe/
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2026-01-16T19:05:51+00:00
Scientists Discover 2000-Year-Old Mummified Cheetah in an Unexpected Place
The discovery marks the first time scientists have found mummified big cats in the Arabian Peninsula.
https://gizmodo.com/scientists-discover-2000-year-old-mummified-cheetah-in-an-unexpected-place-2000711079
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2026-01-16T19:00:50+00:00
Netflix Will Keep Warner Bros. Movies in Theaters for 45 Days
Co-CEO Ted Sarandos committed to the theatrical window after looking at how much money could be made.
https://gizmodo.com/netflix-will-keep-warner-bros-movies-in-theaters-for-45-days-2000711122
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2026-01-16T18:55:18+00:00
Sam Altman Is Tearing Apart His Former Colleague’s Startup
OpenAI just rehired former employees who previously left the company to work at Thinking Machines Lab.
https://gizmodo.com/sam-altman-is-tearing-apart-his-former-colleagues-startup-2000711135
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2026-01-16T18:00:09+00:00
‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Creator on Working With George R.R. Martin
Ira Parker says that collaborating with the 'Game of Thrones' author on their new HBO series has been a lot of fun.
https://gizmodo.com/a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms-creator-on-working-with-george-r-r-martin-2000710370
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2026-01-16T17:45:00+00:00
Oh No, Meta Just Killed Off Working in VR
The VR dream is dead, but AR glasses may still force us to work two inches from our screens.
https://gizmodo.com/oh-no-meta-just-killed-off-working-in-vr-2000711072
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2026-01-16T17:35:45+00:00
Democrats Ask SEC to Explain Lack of Enforcement on Trump-Linked Crypto Entities
“Given the industry’s history of investor-harm... this turn raises troubling questions about the SEC’s priorities and effectiveness."
https://gizmodo.com/democrats-ask-sec-to-explain-lack-of-enforcement-on-trump-linked-crypto-entities-2000711123
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2026-01-16T17:00:47+00:00
Let’s Talk About the Ending of ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’
Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell star in the second of three '28 Years Later' sequels, now in theaters.
https://gizmodo.com/28-years-later-bone-temple-ending-explained-2000709797
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2026-01-16T16:55:56+00:00
Man’s Switch to Keto Diet Triggers Bizarre, Rare Rash
Only around 300 cases of so-called "keto rash" have been documented worldwide.
https://gizmodo.com/mans-switch-to-keto-diet-triggers-bizarre-rare-rash-2000711067
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2026-01-16T16:35:04+00:00
The Richest 1% Blew Their 2026 Carbon Budget in 10 Days. Some Did It in 3
A new report underscores the vastly disproportionate role the super-rich play in driving the climate crisis.
https://gizmodo.com/the-richest-1-blew-their-2026-carbon-budget-in-10-days-some-did-it-in-3-2000711085
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2026-01-16T16:03:25+00:00
Elon Musk’s X Suffers Widespread Outage
Here comes another influx of refugees to competing sites like Threads and Bluesky.
https://gizmodo.com/elon-musks-x-suffers-widespread-outage-2000711084
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2026-01-16T16:00:09+00:00
Lego’s Next ‘Legend of Zelda’ Set Takes Us Back to ‘Ocarina of Time’
Link and Zelda face off against Ganon in Lego's recreation of the iconic N64 game's climactic boss battle.
https://gizmodo.com/lego-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-final-battle-set-price-release-date-2000711082
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2026-01-16T15:26:54+00:00
Kathleen Kennedy Says Rian Johnson Was ‘Spooked’ From His ‘Star Wars’ Return
Speaking as she departs as Lucasfilm president, Kennedy didn't outright confirm Johnson's potential trilogy of films was truly dead—but suggested the 'Last Jedi' backlash pushed the director away for the forseeable future.
https://gizmodo.com/kathleen-kennedy-rian-johnson-last-jedi-star-wars-2000711065
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2026-01-16T14:25:12-05:00
The two things AMD subtly revealed at CES that actually excite me
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/tech/862861/amd-ces-2026-socketed-laptop-chips-strix-halo-price
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2026-01-16T13:41:51-05:00
Verizon-owned Visible is offering outage credits, too
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/news/863554/visible-verizon-outage-credit-january-2026
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2026-01-16T13:24:07-05:00
Ted Sarandos says Netflix will commit to 45-day theatrical releases
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/streaming/863511/ted-sarandos-netflix-theatrical-movie-release-windows
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2026-01-16T13:00:00-05:00
Ads are coming soon to ChatGPT, starting with shopping links
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/news/863428/openai-chatgpt-shopping-ads-test
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2026-01-16T13:00:00-05:00
OpenAI releases a cheaper ChatGPT subscription
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/news/863466/openai-chatgpt-go-global-release
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2026-01-16T12:09:05-05:00
X is still having issues following an hour-long outage on Friday
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/news/863425/x-twitter-outage-january-16th-2026
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2026-01-16T11:43:11-05:00
Canada is going to start importing Chinese EVs — will the US follow?
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/transportation/863393/canada-china-ev-import-trade-deal-us-trump-tariffs
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2026-01-16T11:41:57-05:00
600,000 Trump Mobile phones sold? There’s no proof.
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/tech/863381/trump-mobile-viral-preorder-figures-600000
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2026-01-16T11:37:02-05:00
I saw the future of retail, and it’s all AI
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/tech/863365/national-retail-federation-show-shopping-commerce-ai
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2026-01-16T11:30:00-05:00
Kodak’s collectible Charmera is a terrible camera I somehow don’t hate
Read the full story at The Verge.
https://www.theverge.com/tech/862122/kodak-reto-charmera-digital-camera-blind-bag-keychain-collectible
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2026-01-17T20:07:07+00:00
Trump to hit Europe with 10% tariffs until Greenland deal is agreed
US president said levies against eight nations would rise to 25% unless they support his acquisition of the island
https://www.ft.com/content/60552052-78b7-4734-b398-efc87c1d4b17
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2026-01-17T16:51:41+00:00
EU and Mercosur bloc sign trade deal after decades of talks
The agreement will create one of the largest free trade zones in the world but must be ratified by member states
https://www.ft.com/content/d894fa07-72a5-4081-8311-42127f20ab76
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2026-01-17T05:10:07+00:00
The right will want a United States of Europe
Conservatives will come to see a unified continent as the only defence against America and China
https://www.ft.com/content/6dc7fea9-7f2e-44cc-a486-fa10791eb267
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2026-01-17T12:00:10+00:00
Private credit investors pull $7bn from Wall Street’s biggest funds
Funds managed by Apollo, Ares and Blackstone were among those hit by redemption requests in late 2025
https://www.ft.com/content/8d7a9c3d-8e1c-40be-915c-7118c4946468
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2026-01-17T22:35:05+00:00
Broad mandate of Trump’s Board of Peace sets it up for rivalry with UN
Body was originally planned to oversee Gaza but charter’s expansive wording suggests it could mediate in other conflicts
https://www.ft.com/content/0ee79faa-86d3-4c01-a180-add6e164ac28
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2026-01-17T17:06:07+00:00
Ali Sha’ath: the new Gaza chief who must rebuild the shattered enclave
Civil engineer and former deputy minister in the Palestinian Authority faces daunting reconstruction task
https://www.ft.com/content/814f1ab6-31d5-4591-9c83-eeb328c1ea4e
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2026-01-17T12:00:10+00:00
NYC may reinvest in Israel bonds in defiance of mayor Mamdani’s stance
Comptroller Mark Levine wants to separate politics from investment strategy to boost public pension fund
https://www.ft.com/content/0dad5c9c-3588-437c-90ca-3fcfb0f0e117
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2026-01-17T23:57:00+00:00
My wealthy friend invited me to stay, but he doesn’t need more ‘stuff.’ What do I get the man who has everything?
“He has a beautiful home, and enough antiques and collectibles stored up over a lifetime.”
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/my-wealthy-friend-invited-me-to-stay-but-he-doesnt-need-more-stuff-what-do-i-get-the-man-who-has-everything-077914b7?mod=mw_rss_topstories
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2026-01-17T19:54:00+00:00
These 20 cheap S&P 500 stocks can cushion the blow in a market downturn
Conservative investors favor stocks trading at low P/E ratios — and the long-term record proves them right.
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/these-stocks-are-steady-eddies-if-s-p-500-earnings-growth-slips-and-the-market-slides-add642d0?mod=mw_rss_topstories
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2026-01-17T19:15:00+00:00
Trump plans 10% tariffs on European countries over Greenland: What it means for markets.
Trump levels latest threat at Europe as Supreme Court decision on his tariffs loom
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/trump-plans-10-tariffs-on-european-countries-over-greenland-what-it-means-for-markets-1b2d3373?mod=mw_rss_topstories
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2026-01-17T18:28:00+00:00
The financial elite aren’t worried about a stock-market bubble yet — but you can’t afford to be so complacent
Investors know bull markets end, of course. But even the global leaders descending on Davos may underestimate the dangers.
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/if-you-havent-experienced-a-bear-market-talk-with-someone-who-has-youll-thank-them-later-4cb15a97?mod=mw_rss_topstories
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2026-01-17T18:08:00+00:00
‘Your whole life is on the phone.’ Should companies like Verizon be forced to refund you the next time there’s a major outage?
In the meantime, here’s how to claim the $20 credit Verizon is offering in response to this week’s service disruption.
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/verizon-outage-spurs-calls-for-mandatory-refunds-when-cell-service-is-disrupted-you-shouldnt-have-to-beg-for-it-d95650b2?mod=mw_rss_topstories
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2026-01-17T17:42:00+00:00
Trump wants to let you take money from your 401(k) to buy a house. Putting it back is complicated.
If you can avoid the 10% penalty, does that make it a good deal?
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/trump-wants-to-let-you-take-money-from-your-401-k-to-buy-a-house-putting-it-back-is-complicated-da955f85?mod=mw_rss_topstories
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2026-01-17T23:26:01+00:00
Trump says 8 European nations face tariffs rising to 25% if Greenland isn't sold to the U.S.
Trump recently hinted that he may pursue a tariff strategy on Greenland similar to the one he used to force foreign countries to change their drug prices.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/trump-greenland-tariffs-nato.html
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2026-01-17T22:07:48+00:00
Trump threatens to sue JPMorgan Chase for 'debanking' him
President Trump threatened to sue JPMorgan for allegedly "debanking" him following the Jan. 6 insurrection in 2021.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/trump-jpmorgan-chase-debanking.html
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2026-01-17T13:50:34+00:00
Warren Buffett on parenting, horse betting and why he stopped talking politics
Warren Buffett and Becky Quick covered a wide variety of topics in the interviews that aired in a two-hour special on CNBC.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/warren-buffett-on-parenting-horse-betting-and-why-he-stopped-talking-politics.html
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2026-01-17T21:43:09+00:00
Smaller companies are rising quickly to challenge Big Tech as AI's best trade
Reliable power, nuclear investment, data-center efficiency, and grid capacity are now core drivers of stock returns from the AI theme as demand ramps.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/ai-power-demand-markets-investor-risk.html
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2026-01-17T13:00:01+00:00
Disney dominated the 2025 box office. Here's how it could keep the crown in 2026
Disney accounted for 27.5% of the domestic box office's overall annual haul. It looks to be a dominant force in 2026, too.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/disney-dominated-2025-box-office.html
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2026-01-17T14:00:02+00:00
Warren Buffett used to ask college students this question—it can help you become richer and more successful
The Berkshire Hathaway chairman asked students which of their peers they'd bet on. The lesson was to bet on yourself.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/warren-buffett-to-maximize-your-potential-ask-yourself-this-question.html
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2026-01-17T13:30:01+00:00
Unexpected expenses take 10% of retirees' income, on average, research shows — many don't have enough cash on hand
The typical retiree household will spend an amount equivalent to 10% of annual income on unexpected expenses, and about 40% lack the cash to cover those costs.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/retirees-emergency-savings.html
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2026-01-17T15:35:04+00:00
Led by Texas, New Hampshire, U.S. states race to prove they can put bitcoin on public balance sheet
Many U.S. states are planning bitcoin strategic reserves, and other forms of crypto financing, showing budgets are buying into the digital assets trend.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/texas-us-states-budgets-bitcoin-crypto-strategic-reserve.html
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2026-01-17T14:18:27+00:00
Activist Irenic takes a stake in Integer. Here’s what could be next for the company
Activist Irenic Capital took a position in Integer. The firm seeks a refresh of the board and calls for the exploration of a potential sale of the company.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/activist-irenic-takes-a-stake-in-integer-heres-what-could-be-next-for-the-company.html
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2026-01-17T19:21:41+00:00
Week in review: Stocks battled a flood of news and we booked some profits
Stocks finished last week slightly lower as the market battled a series of political headlines and policy news.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/week-in-review-stocks-battled-a-flood-of-news-and-we-booked-some-profits.html
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2026-01-17T09:54:08+00:00
The founders of billion-dollar AI startups are getting younger — here’s why
Experimenting in the age of AI "counts as more important than traditional corporate experience," Antler's co-founder Fridjtof Berge told CNBC Make It.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/billion-dollar-ai-startup-founders-are-getting-younger-heres-why.html
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2026-01-17T14:05:01+00:00
Discipline isn't the most common habit among people with self-control, says bestselling author—here's what is
You can reach your goals and create better habits, even if you aren't the most disciplined, says James Clear. But you'll need the right environment.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/17/james-clear-how-to-create-better-habits-without-relying-on-discipline.html
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2026-01-16T23:12:34+00:00
Cramer's week ahead: Earnings from Netflix, Intel, Capital One, McCormick
CNBC's Jim Cramer walked investors through next week on Wall Street.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/cramers-week-ahead-earnings-from-netflix-intel-capital-one-mccormick.html
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2026-01-17T11:18:57+00:00
Labor Department accused of echoing Nazi slogan in social media post
Social media users quickly noted similarities — in word, form and sentiment — between the Labor Department's post and a slogan used by the Nazi Party.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/trump-labor-nazi-slogan-social-media.html
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2026-01-16T20:28:14+00:00
Trump tells Hassett he wants to keep him where he is; Warsh Fed chair odds jump
Trump, without explicitly stating his decision, said he'd prefer to keep Hassett in his position as top economic advisor.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/warsh-sprints-ahead-in-fed-chair-race-following-trump-comments-on-hassett-prediction-markets-show.html
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2026-01-17T01:35:08+00:00
Elon Musk's xAI faces tougher road building out data centers after EPA rule update
An updated rule from the EPA closed a loophole that allowed xAI to build its Memphis data center quickly using air-polluting turbines as a power source.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/musks-xai-faces-tougher-road-expanding-memphis-area-after-epa-update.html
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2026-01-16T21:23:53+00:00
Republicans want to end the ‘marriage penalty’ for this childcare tax credit
The Republican framework for "Reconciliation 2.0" includes an expansion for the child and dependent care tax credit. Here's what families need to know.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/child-and-dependent-care-tax-credit.html
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2026-01-16T23:11:57+00:00
Google files to appeal search monopoly case
The appeal could delay any implementation of the finalized remedies.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/google-files-to-appeal-search-monopoly-case.html
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2026-01-16T20:00:01+00:00
OpenAI has committed billions to recent chip deals. Some big names have been left out
OpenAI has inked multibillion-dollar deals with AI chipmakers including Nvidia, AMD, Broadcom and Cerebras.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/openai-chip-deal-with-cerebras-adds-to-roster-of-nvidia-amd-broadcom.html
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2026-01-16T22:27:20+00:00
Education Department to delay collections on defaulted student loans
The Education Department has announced it will delay the implementation of wage garnishment and other collections efforts for defaulted student loans.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/student-loan-collections-paused.html
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2026-01-17T00:13:56+00:00
More employers worry about their workers' financial well-being, research shows. Here's what they're doing about it
Employer concern about their workers' financial life has grown as many households struggle to manage the rising cost of living.
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/16/employers-focusing-more-on-employee-financial-wellbeing-study-shows.html
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2026-01-17T15:44:02+00:00
Could this January be a good time to start investing?
Ever wanted to start investing, but wanted to wait for the right moment? Some people put off getting into the stock market for years – or even forever – as they keep waiting for what they hope will be the right moment. I understand that. Successful investing involves buying something for less than it ultimately turns out to be worth. So it makes sense not to want to overpay. But the signals can be confusing. On one hand, the economy is lacklustre. Set against that though, we have already seen the blue-chip FTSE 100 index of leading British shares hit a new all-time high this month. I think it can be helpful to step back from the question and ask exactly what the “right time” for someone to start investing might look like? Some of that will be personal to them. Does their financial situation give them enough leeway to start buying shares, even if only on a small scale? Have they decided why they want to invest and set some goals? Also, have they taken time to learn at least the basics of important concepts like how to value shares and how to diversify a portfolio to help reduce risk? But there is a more general point too. There may not be a single “best” or “worst” time to start investing. To some extent, it depends on what investments someone makes. Lots of people try to time the market by guessing what they think will happen next. But that can only ever be a guess. When I say that the right time to start investing depends on what investments someone makes, that is partly because shares do not move as a mass bloc. Even when the overall market may seem expensive, there may still be some individual bargain shares. Conversely, even after a market crash, some shares can still be overpriced. That helps explain why I like to buy individual shares (as part of a diversified portfolio), instead of an index tracker. At the moment, one share I think investors should consider is FTSE 100 asset manager M&G (LSE: MNG). The market for asset management is large and likely to stay that way over the long term. The sums involved mean that even fairly modest commissions can soon add up. With its strong brand, deep experience and customer base in the millions across several dozen markets, M&G has proven it has the ability to generate cash on a meaningful scale. That allows it to fund a juicy dividend. The current yield is already 6.9% — well over double the FTSE 100 average — and the company’s stated aim is to keep increasing its dividend per share annually. Will it succeed? Dividends are never a sure thing at any company. One concern I have is that M&G may see policyholders take more funds out than they put in. That could hurt cash generation. From a long-term perspective though, I am upbeat about the outlook for M&G. Of course, before someone can start investing, they need a platform to do so. That could be a share dealing account, Stocks and Shares ISA or trading app, for example. Then after putting some money into the chosen vehicle, they could then start buying shares. The post Could this January be a good time to start investing? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if M&g Plc made the list? More reading C Ruane has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended M&g Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/could-this-january-be-a-good-time-to-start-investing/
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2026-01-17T10:39:00+00:00
How much would £5,000 put into Nvidia stock 5 years ago be worth now?
Over the past few years, Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) has become the world’s largest listed company thanks to a stellar stock market performance. Over the past five years, Nvidia stock has soared 1,354%. What would that have meant in terms of investment returns – and might it still be worth me buying some Nvidia stock now, for the first time? Over five years, that soaring share price means that an initial £5,000 purchase of Nvidia stock would now be worth close to £73,000. I am ignoring the impact of moving exchange rates, but as Nvidia is listed on a US stock exchange in dollars that would have had an impact on a UK-based investor. That would be fairly slight as the US dollar-to-pound exchange rate is within a couple of cents of where it was five years ago. But it is always worth bearing exchange rate risks in mind when investing in a share denominated in a foreign currency, That increase from a £5,000 investment five years ago to a valuation close to £73,000 today is already the stuff of investor dreams. But wait – there’s more! The “more” to which I refer is the dividend. With a yield of 0.02%, Nvidia is hardly a passive income powerhouse! But, still, £5,000 invested at the lower share price five years ago ought to yielding more and earning around £15 per year in dividends. More excitingly, Nvidia is massively profitable, so I think it has the potential to fund a much richer dividends in future. So, between share price growth and dividend prospects, could Nvidia stock make a good choice for my portfolio at the moment? Past performance is not necessarily a guide to what will happen in future. That is important to remember, even though doing so can be difficult when looking at how well Nvidia stock has performed in recent years. A lot of that strong performance reflects a boom in demand for chips to support companies’ increased use of AI. Without that, Nvidia would still have a sizeable business thanks to other applications such as gaming, but I do not think that could justify anything like its current $4.5trn market capitalisation. So, as a potential investor, a key question I am asking myself is what I think will happen to AI-related demand. I do not know. We might only be in the early stages of AI demand, potentially pushing up he Nvidia stock price in years to come. Then again, perhaps once the initial excitement has waned, AI demand will fall sharply. Or maybe competitors will eat Nvidia’s breakfast by offering much cheaper chips. Nvidia’s proprietary designs, outstanding chip performance and expertise give it some protection against this, but not necessarily enough especially for price-conscious customers. I do not think the current Nvidia stock price, at 46 times earnings, offers me sufficient margin of safety for such risks. So, although I like the business, I will not be investing for now. The post How much would £5,000 put into Nvidia stock 5 years ago be worth now? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Nvidia made the list? More reading C Ruane has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Nvidia. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/how-much-would-5000-put-into-nvidia-stock-5-years-ago-be-worth-now/
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Worried about a volatile stock market? Here’s Warren Buffett’s approach
Over the course of his long career, investor Warren Buffett has lived through many ups and downs – some of them dramatic. When the stock market moves around it can seem alarming. Markets have been riding high lately, but the amount of volatility due to economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions remains notable. I find it can be helpful to remember Warren Buffett’s approach to stock market volatillity One of the basic problems here is how people think. A lot of people – even some long-term investors – start to feel worried when they see that a share they own is now worth less than they paid for it. But should they? If they were speculators, hoping to buy a share at a certain price before selling it in short order for a higher price, that attitude might be understandable. But trading is not the same as investing. Warren Buffett’s approach is to think of his share as a small stake in a business. Each day that the stock market is open, it offers him the opportunity (but not obligation) to buy or sell the share at a given price. Why would he sell, though? After all, Warren Buffett aims to buy into what he sees as great businesses selling at attractive prices, then hang onto his stake for the long term. Seen that way, it makes sense that Warren Buffett has said it would not bother him if the stock market was closed for a decade. It is also understandable that Buffett simply ignores a tumbling share price if he feels confident that the investment case for a business remains the same, no matter what is happening in the market. As a believer in long-term investing, Warren Buffett hangs on rather than panicking and dumping what he thinks are good businesses for less than he reckons they are worth. Many investors get panicked by volatile markets. By contrast, billionaire Buffett sometimes uses them as a buying opportunity. I try to do something similar. Sooner or later, there will be another stock market crash – and it could throw up bargains. But nobody knows with certainty when that will happen. Such buying opportunities can be short-lived. So it pays to be prepared. My approach is to maintain a list of high-quality businesses I would like to invest in — if I could do so at an attractive price. One on my list is Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA). When the next crash comes, I reckon there is a fair chance that large AI-exposed companies could be hit hard it given how much their share prices have run up over recent years. At the right price, that could potentially present me with a buying opportunity. A key risk here is that AI demand will wane. Another risk is that chip pricing will fall as competitors offer chips that are not quite as good, but far cheaper. That could hurt Nvidia’s profit margins. But even if AI demand falls I don’t expect it to disappear. Additionally, before AI, Nvidia already had a huge business producing chips for other applications like gaming. I expect that to continue. Warren Buffett likes companies that have a ‘moat’ or competitive advantage. Nvidia’s proprietary designs provide that. The post Worried about a volatile stock market? Here’s Warren Buffett’s approach appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Nvidia made the list? More reading C Ruane has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Nvidia. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/worried-about-a-volatile-stock-market-heres-warren-buffetts-approach/
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2026-01-17T09:11:00+00:00
I just dumped Fundsmith Equity from my Stocks and Shares ISA and SIPP. Here’s why
The Fundsmith Equity fund has been a core holding in my Stocks and Shares ISA and pension accounts for a long time. And over the long term, it’s been a good investment for me. Recently however, I decided to offload the fund and redeploy the capital into other investments. Here’s why I made this move. I’ve been concerned about the performance of this fund for a while now. That’s because it hasn’t kept up with the market in recent years. Last year’s performance was the final straw for me. In a year in which pretty much every major index went up significantly (the MSCI World index returned 12.8%), this fund only returned 0.8%. What’s gone wrong? Well, one issue is that the fund hasn’t fully participated in the tech stock boom. In his annual letter, fund manager Terry Smith highlighted the current market concentration in Magnificent Seven stocks as a risk. There’s a reason the market’s concentrated in these names however, and that’s because their earnings have soared in recent years. Now, I do like Smith’s ‘quality’ style of investing – it’s similar to my own. However, looking ahead, I’m unconvinced the fund has the potential to beat the market in 2026. Here’s a look at the top 10 holdings in the fund at the start of the year versus the top 10 of the Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF (LSE: VWRP). Looking at Fundsmith’s top holdings, they’re not bad companies. In fact, they’re all world-class companies. However, right now, many are just as expensive as the Mag 7 tech stocks in the Vanguard fund. Waters, for example, trades on a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 28. I’d expect the stocks in the Vanguard fund to generate more growth in the near term however. This year, Nvidia’s revenues are forecast to rise 54% versus 6% growth expected for Waters. A third reason I’m bailing on Fundsmith is the fee structure. Ultimately, it’s too high given the lack of performance. Currently, annual fees through Hargreaves Lansdown are 0.94%, compared to 0.19% for the Vanguard fund above. I don’t think Smith and his team are doing enough to justify the high fee. For that fee, I’d want to see better stock-picking ideas. As for where I’ve redeployed the capital, I’ve put it into two different tracker funds. One is the Vanguard fund mentioned above. With this fund, I get exposure to over 3,600 different stocks for a very low fee. And the beauty is, winners can run and run (like Nvidia has in recent years). The other fund I’ve gone with is the Legal & General Global 100 Index Trust. This is a low-cost tracker that provides exposure to the 100 largest companies in the world. It’s worth noting that these funds also have their risks. If the Technology sector has a meltdown, these products are likely to underperform. I’m bullish on technology however, so I’m comfortable with the risks (and believe the funds are worth considering). I’ll point out that I may come back to Fundsmith at some point in the future. As I said, I like Smith’s quality approach. I just feel that right now, there are better investments. The post I just dumped Fundsmith Equity from my Stocks and Shares ISA and SIPP. Here’s why appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Vanguard Funds Public Limited Company – Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF made the list? More reading Edward Sheldon has positions in Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Nvidia, Visa, Legal & General Global 100, and the Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Idexx Laboratories, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Tesla, Unilever, and Visa. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/i-just-dumped-fundsmith-equity-from-my-stocks-and-shares-isa-and-sipp-heres-why/
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2026-01-17T08:53:00+00:00
Am I missing something about Greggs shares?
At first glance, Greggs (LSE: GRG) looks like a real bargain to me. But the share price has lost 25% in a year — and still a lot of investors are betting against Greggs shares by ‘shorting’ them. That means that they are selling future contracts for Greggs shares now (that they may not own) in the hope they can buy them back even cheaper in future. As an investor rather than a speculator, shorting is not my game. But the amount of so-called smart money shorting Greggs shares has made me wonder whether I am missing something here. Part of the road to success as an investor, after all, lies in genuinely looking at the risks in an investment case, not just the potential rewards. There are, in fact, quite a few risks to the Greggs investment case at the moment, as I see it. The sausage roll maker has built its business thanks to people having a taste for its keenly priced savoury snacks as well as more traditionally sugary fare. But appetite suppression drugs could take a bite out of the business. With thousands of shops already, customers could get Greggs fatigue. If regular customers start buying even just some of their lunchtime meals elsewhere, that would be a risk to revenues and profits. With its large workforce, Greggs has been facing a higher bill due to rises in National Insurance and wage levels. It has pushed through some price rises lately. Although modest, those rises could still make some shoppers think twice before buying. An unexpected profit warning last summer based on having a mismatch between products and weather also raised doubts in my mind about the quality of Greggs’ current management. Demand planning for a retailer with a relatively small number of product lines, like Greggs, ought to be fairly basic stuff to get right. But while the risks are real, I think it is important to maintain perspective. Coming at this from first principles, people need to eat. For many workers or those out on the go, they want an option to eat food without having to prepare it themselves, but are looking for good value. What are their options? Compared to many fast food purveyors, Greggs can seem like a relatively healthy offering. The price is attractive and a huge network of shops means that it is often an easy place to get to. While variety is limited, I think it feels like there are more options at a Greggs than is the case at some fast food rivals. With decades in the trade, Greggs has honed its business model, squeezing out efficiencies and building economies of scale. It has successfully created a brand that is now top of mind for many people when it comes to a quick and fairly cheap bite to eat. Given that, I think the price-to-earnings ratio of 12 looks like good value for Greggs shares. I see Greggs as a solid company that merits a higher share price and hope that will happen over time. I recognise the risks. But I think the current share price already offers me a margin of safety when considering them. I plan to hang onto my Greggs shares. The post Am I missing something about Greggs shares? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Greggs plc made the list? More reading C Ruane has positions in Greggs Plc. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Greggs Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/am-i-missing-something-about-greggs-shares/
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2026-01-17T08:32:00+00:00
Down 50%, are Greggs shares a top turnaround investment for 2026?
Greggs‘ (LSE: GRG) shares have tanked recently. Over the last 15 months, they’ve fallen about 50%. So could they be a top turnaround play for 2026? Let’s take a look at the set-up. Greggs is a decent business. For a start, it has a very strong brand. Everyone knows this food-on-the-go company. Generally speaking, it’s trusted by consumers and seen as good value. The retailer is also quite profitable. Typically, return on capital employed (ROCE) is about 20%, meaning that it’s far more profitable than the average UK business. Given this high return on capital, the company has the financial firepower to open more shops in the past. In other words, it’s been able to reinvest its profits to drive growth. As a result of this compounding strategy, the company’s put together a solid growth track record. Between 2014 and 2024, for example, net income rose from £38m to £153m. Looking ahead, Greggs is planning to open more shops. This year, it’s targeting 120 new openings (it had 2,739 at the end of 2025). Now today, Greggs shares look pretty cheap from a valuation perspective. Currently, the price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio here is about 13 – a relatively low earnings multiple for a high-quality business. But there are reasons for the low multiple. One is that Greggs’ recent performance has been pretty poor. As a result of weak levels of consumer spending, changing eating habits (due to GLP-1 weight-loss drugs), and higher costs, the company’s posted a number of profit warnings. These have led to a downward valuation re-rating for the shares. Note that earlier this month, the company told investors that profit for 2026 is likely to be flat year on year (sending the share price down about 7%). It blamed low consumer confidence for the underwhelming outlook along with costs related to its supply chain. Is there scope for an improvement in performance and a pickup in the share price in the long term? I think so. Lower interest rates in the UK could free up disposable income. Meanwhile, menu enhancements (eg more focus on protein) could help to boost the appeal of its offering. That said, I’m unconvinced that now’s the best time to consider buying here. The reason why is that the stock’s ‘short interest’ is extremely high. This means that many financial institutions are betting that the shares will fall from here. These institutions obviously see further share price weakness ahead (expecting more weak trading updates throughout 2026). I’ll point out that short sellers (those who bet that stocks will fall) don’t always get it right. But they quite often do, as they tend to do a lot of research. Personally, I’ve been burnt by heavily-shorted stocks in the past. So I’ll be steering clear of Greggs shares for now. In my view, there are better shares out there to consider buying. The post Down 50%, are Greggs shares a top turnaround investment for 2026? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Greggs plc made the list? More reading Edward Sheldon has no positions in any shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Greggs Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/down-50-are-greggs-shares-a-top-turnaround-investment-for-2026/
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2026-01-17T08:19:00+00:00
Down 22% with a P/E of 9, is Hikma one of the best passive income picks right now?
Hikma Pharmaceuticals (LSE: HIK) looks like a potentially a strong passive income stock. Its price is down 22% over the past year, as operational challenges forced management to revise earnings expectations. Several factors drove the drop, most notably the delayed launch of a recently-acquired facility in Bedford, Ohio. As a result, full operational efficiency has been pushed back to late 2027, with commercial revenue benefits now only arriving in 2028. So the question is, does today’s depressed price present an opportunity — or a value trap? The falling price means Hikma now looks attractively undervalued, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of only 9.3. Add to this an above-average dividend yield of 4.1%, and the stock exhibits both income and value potential. But the Bedford delay is just the tip of an iceberg, adding to a swathe of other issues. From guidance cuts and currency headwinds to higher costs amid US pricing pressure, Hikma has its work cut out if it hopes to recover. Management’s therefore pursuing a multi-year turnaround strategy but results may take some time to materialise. Hikma may look cheap but I think it could still get cheaper. Investors buying now may find themselves underwater for another year or more. So when it comes to passive income, I think there are better options on the FTSE 100. One I think is worth considering right now is Admiral Group (LSE: ADM). It’s down 17% from its 2025 high, leaving it with a relatively attractive forward P/E ratio of 12.7. What’s more, it’s estimated to be trading at 49% below fair value, using a discounted cash flow (DCF) model. But its income potential is the real story. With a yield of 7.7% and over two decades of uninterrupted payments, it’s a dividend star. Earnings have compounded at an annualised rate of 30% over the past three years and its return on equity (ROE) is an eye-watering 65.4%. Admittedly, its average 12-month price target growth of 14% is much lower than Hikma’s 40%, but the income reliability makes it the preferable choice, in my book. It’s not a guaranteed payday though. As with any stock, there are risks. Recent earnings were temporarily inflated due to prior period reserve releases, essentially the result of cautious estimates from past years proving less costly than expected. These are one-time accounting gains, not recurring profits. When these reserve releases dry up (as they inevitably do when markets normalise), reported earnings could drop sharply. When looking closer, Hikma’s discount price may not be the best value opportunity today. While it’s still got strong recovery potential, it could be a while before investors see the benefit. Admiral, on the other hand, while still carrying some valuation risk, has far stronger income potential. For long-term investors eyeing passive income, I think it’s a better stock to consider today. But it’s not the only one. If you’re worried about the impact of global rate changes, stocks such as Unilever and National Grid have both defensive and income qualities. As always, a highly-diversified portfolio offers the best chance to ride out volatility while still targeting reliable returns. The post Down 22% with a P/E of 9, is Hikma one of the best passive income picks right now? appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Admiral Group plc made the list? More reading Mark Hartley has positions in Admiral Group Plc, National Grid Plc, and Unilever. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Admiral Group Plc, Hikma Pharmaceuticals Plc, National Grid Plc, and Unilever. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/down-22-with-a-p-e-of-9-is-hikma-one-of-the-best-passive-income-picks-right-now/
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2026-01-17T08:19:00+00:00
Meet the stock that I think could be the FTSE 100’s next Rolls-Royce
The FTSE 100 started 2026 by breaking through the 10,000 level. But investors should already be thinking about the next milestone – and the stocks that will take it there. Rolls-Royce has been one of the index’s top performers since the end of the pandemic. And I think I can see a stock that might have similar potential going forward. One stock I have high expectations for is Informa (LSE:INF). The stock has been steady over the last 10 years, but the underlying business has been through a really interesting transition. After a series of acquisitions, the company has grown into a global leader in the trade show and conference industry. And this is a business with extremely attractive unit economics. Informa’s key assets are intangible – they’re things like trademarks, brands, and intellectual property. The important thing here is that they don’t need repairs, upgrades, or maintenance. That means the company’s capital requirements are relatively low. As a result, it can use the majority of the cash it generates to support growth, pay dividends, or fund share buybacks. Informa’s revenues have tripled over the last 10 years, but its earnings per share are largely unchanged. That’s not a positive sign, but there’s more to this than meets the eye. The main reason for this is the fact that the company’s share count is much higher than it was a decade ago. Issuing shares to fund acquisitions is one cause of this, but there’s a bigger reason. The Covid-19 pandemic caused severe disruption to Informa’s business. And while it’s (hopefully) unlikely to be repeated, the prospect of a global recession remains an ongoing risk for the firm. Demand, however, has recovered sharply. As a result, the company is now bigger and stronger than it was 10 years ago and it’s started bringing its share count back down through buybacks. Rolls-Royce has been the FTSE 100’s top-performing stock since the end of the pandemic. But I think that a lot of what has driven the company’s success also applies to Informa. A strong recovery in travel demand led to higher cash flows. This allowed Rolls-Royce to bring down its debt and lower its share count, which caused profits to rise even further. Informa looks to me like it’s in a similar position. Trade shows have recovered strongly and this could be the engine that drives some outstanding returns for investors over the next few years. The two companies aren’t identical – and Tufan Erginbigiç has been a big part of Rolls-Royce’s success. But I think the stock market might be overlooking some important similarities. Informa has spent the last decade making moves to turn itself into a powerhouse in the trade show industry. But it isn’t yet showing up in the company’s earnings per share. It won’t happen overnight, but I expect this to change in the next 10 years. And if it does, the share price could move a lot higher over the next 10 years. That’s why I own the stock in my portfolio and why it’s on the list of shares I’m keeping an eye on at the moment. It’s not the most famous FTSE 100 name, but that doesn’t bother me at all. The post Meet the stock that I think could be the FTSE 100’s next Rolls-Royce appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Informa plc made the list? More reading Stephen Wright has positions in Informa Plc. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Informa Plc and Rolls-Royce Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/meet-the-stock-that-i-think-could-be-the-ftse-100s-next-rolls-royce/
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2026-01-17T08:16:00+00:00
Prediction: Diageo’s restructuring strategy will send its share price higher
Sir Dave Lewis has a plan to revive a Diageo (LSE:DGE) share price that has been one of the FTSE 100‘s worst performers in recent years. And I think it’s going to work. Until recently, I’ve been sceptical. But a closer look at the firm’s assets and its latest plans have left me feeling much more bullish about the stock. Diageo’s best-known for its category-leading brands such as Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, and Guinness. But these only account for around half of the firm’s total assets. The rest include things like manufacturing operations in Africa, a stake in a Chinese spirits company and, indirectly, a stake in an Indian cricket franchise. The current plan is simple enough. It involves getting rid of these latter assets to focus on its core strengths and the brands that are the most powerful. Doing so could raise significant cash, boost margins and reduce the firm’s capital intensity. And it’s a strategy that UK investors should be familiar with. Diageo’s new CEO is known for a successful turnaround at FTSE 100 retailer Tesco. And the plan there involved divesting non-core businesses to focus on more promising ones. When Lewis took over, the supermarket chain had assets in Turkey and South Korea as well as restaurants and as a broadband provider. These were sold off as part of the restructuring. After this, the company was able to invest in its core UK operations. And doing this has put it in a much stronger position to compete on price with the likes of Aldi and Lidl. On the face of it, there’s a similar opportunity with Diageo. The firm has a disparate set of assets and the new CEO has a good record in improving businesses in this position. Another FTSE 100 company that has had success with this strategy recently is Unilever. A couple of years ago, the firm decided to sell off its weaker brands to focus on its stronger ones. As a result, the likes of Brylcreem, Timotei, and VO5 were sold, along with the entire ice cream division. And there are reports that some of its steadier food brands might also be up for sale. The results for Unilever shareholders have been impressive. Overall sales growth has picked up and the stock has more than 10% a year since the start of 2024. Whether the company can maintain this momentum with future divestitures remains to be seen. But Diageo has a lot more in the way of obvious businesses to sell off. I’ve been wary of the idea that a recovery for Diageo was imminent. US wholesaler inventories are at unusually high levels – and this looks set to weigh on sales. I still view this as a short-term challenge. But I’m starting to become more optimistic about the company’s turnaround potential. The main reason for this is that the firm has more non-core assets than I realised. And selling these to focus on its strongest brands is a strategy that’s worked well elsewhere. That doesn’t guarantee success for Diageo. But with the stock still close to a five-year low, I’m willing to go on buying it on the grounds that the potential rewards might be worth the risks. The post Prediction: Diageo’s restructuring strategy will send its share price higher appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if Diageo plc made the list? More reading Stephen Wright has positions in Diageo Plc and Unilever. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Diageo Plc, Tesco Plc, and Unilever. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/prediction-diageos-restructuring-strategy-will-send-its-share-price-higher/
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2026-01-17T08:15:00+00:00
Here’s the forecast for the BAE share price and dividend in 2026
The BAE Systems (LSE:BA.) share price is just off all-time highs. It’s now a £61bn company, making it one of the largest defence contractors outside of the US. However, that’s not overly important for investors. Or it shouldn’t be. The focus for all investments must start with the valuation. Let’s have a closer look and explore what analysts think will happen over the next 12 months. BAE’s current valuation reflects a premium multiple relative to historical earnings. This has been supported by steady earnings growth and a solid balance sheet. The reported price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio has moderated from 31.9 times in 2024 to around 24.2 times on a forward basis for the coming 12 months. Adjusting for expected earnings growth, the price-to-earnings-to-growth (PEG) ratio sits near 2.2 times, indicating that expectations for future growth are embedded in the valuation. Typically a PEG ratio over one suggests an overvalued position, but it’s all relative to the sector, balance sheet and the dividend yield, as well as expected buybacks etc. Net debt has fluctuated over recent years, rising to £6.98bn from £2.26bn in 2023, which suggests a higher leverage profile. However, this undoubtedly reflects higher investments in production, as well as R&D, since the start of the war in Ukraine. Dividend growth has been strong in recent years, growing from 25.1p per share in 2021 to 39.7p per share for the coming year. Looking forward the yield sits around 2.1%. Nothing huge, but always worth noting. Analysts are split on BAE Systems. There is one Strong Sell, two Sells, three Holds, nine Buys, and six Strong Buys. However, the average price target is only 1% above the current share price. That does suggest that the stock is trading very close to fair value. I broadly agree. I think the stock is expensive on a growth-adjusted basis, however, this is a sector where companies have relatively predictable cash flows and strong government-backed order books, which can justify higher multiples compared with more cyclical sectors. What’s more, it’s not unrealistic to assume there will be more catalysts on the way. Beyond gloomily hypothesising where geopolitical tensions will rise next, it’s worth thinking about BAE’s space capabilities. These capabilities position the company to benefit from growing investment in space industries including communications, but also data centres. One concern, however, is that near-term earnings projects haven’t been increasing. They’ve been flat for some time. That’s not unsurprising, it’s just disappointing. Essentially, the value is in the order book and long-term commitments to defence programmes. I believe BAE is worth considering. However, I’d suggest there are better investments in the same sector. For example, I picked up shares in Innovative Aerosystems in November. They were great value, and were up 150% in the last two months. Clearly those shares aren’t as cheap as they were. But it goes to show, if you look hard enough, we can still find value in this buoyant sector. The post Here’s the forecast for the BAE share price and dividend in 2026 appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. When investing expert Mark Rogers has a stock tip, it can pay to listen. After all, the flagship Motley Fool Share Advisor newsletter he has run for nearly a decade has provided thousands of paying members with top stock recommendations from the UK and US markets. And right now, Mark thinks there are 6 standout stocks that investors should consider buying. Want to see if BAE Systems made the list? More reading James Fox has positions in Innovative Aerosystems. The Motley Fool UK has recommended BAE Systems. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
https://www.fool.co.uk/2026/01/17/heres-the-forecast-for-the-bae-share-price-and-dividend-in-2026/
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2026-01-17T21:53:07+00:00
Starmer says Trump's tariff threat over Greenland 'completely wrong'
The US president earlier announced plans to impose a 10% levy on allies until a deal can be struck for a US takeover of the Danish territory.
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2026-01-17T08:39:33+00:00
Badenoch at odds with Jenrick over 'broken' Britain
The Conservative Party leader says telling voters their "country is finished" only "drags them down".
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2026-01-17T06:55:28+00:00
Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right?
He's a big political character adapting to a new political tribe, but his move could be overshadowed by a poisonous row.
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2026-01-17T17:50:20+00:00
Blair and Rubio among names on senior executive of Gaza 'Board of Peace'
The former UK prime minister and US secretary of state will sit on the "founding executive board", the White House says.
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2026-01-17T09:22:28+00:00
Lammy blocks Jimmy Mizen killer's open prison move
The decision to block Jake Fahri's transfer was made for "public protection", the Ministry of Justice says.
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2026-01-18T03:56:15+00:00
Trump says he’ll protect time slot for Army-Navy game by executive order
President Trump on Saturday said he will sign an executive order to secure an “EXCLUSIVE” four-hour time slot for the annual Army-Navy college football game in December. “The Army-Navy Game is one of our Greatest American Traditions — Unmatched Patriotism, Courage, and Honor!” Trump posted on Truth Social. “This incredible Tradition is now at risk of being…
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2026-01-18T03:49:47+00:00
Iran protest death toll surges to over 3,300: Activist group
A human rights group on Saturday found that the number of deaths during widespread anti-government protests in Iran has reached over 3,300. The Human Rights Group Activist News Agency verified the latest death toll after three weeks of protests, with 4,382 cases that the group said are still under review. “So far, 2,107 people with…
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Schumer: Democrats will try to block Trump’s Greenland tariffs
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Saturday said Senate Democrats will block President Trump’s new 10 percent tariffs to be implemented on European countries over his calls for the U.S. to acquire Greenland. “Donald Trump’s foolhardy tariffs have already driven up prices and damaged our economy and now he is only making things worse,”…
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2026-01-18T02:46:23+00:00
Leavitt told CBS News that Trump would sue if his interview was cut short on air: Reports
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told CBS News that President Trump would sue the media outlet if it cut its 13-minute interview with the president, according to multiple news reports on Saturday. CBS News’s Tony Dokoupil interviewed Trump on Tuesday for the “CBS Evening News.” After the interview was finished taping, Leavitt passed on…
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Trump puts $1B price tag on Gaza peace board permanent seats: Reports
President Trump will ask countries that want to join his “Board of Peace” to oversee Gaza to pay $1 billion for membership, according to reporting from Bloomberg and The Atlantic on Saturday. A draft charter seen by both outlets showed that Trump will serve as the executive board’s inaugural chairman, who will approve which member…
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2026-01-17T23:52:09+00:00
US-EU trade deal in jeopardy over Trump’s new tariffs
European leaders on Saturday said the trade deal with the U.S. and the European Union is on hold after President Trump announced new 10 percent tariffs on Denmark and other European countries over his growing rhetoric to acquire Greenland. President of the European People’s Party (EPP) Manfred Weber said that while there is approval over…
https://thehill.com/policy/international/5694469-european-union-trade-deal-trump-tariffs/
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2026-01-17T23:45:45+00:00
US strike in Syria kills al Qaeda leader tied to deaths of Iowa National Guard troops
The U.S. military conducted a strike in northwest Syria on Friday that killed an Al-Qaeda leader with ties to an alleged ISIS gunman who killed three Americans in an ambush last month, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).  CENTCOM on Saturday identified the deceased leader as Bilal Hasan al-Jasim, an “experienced terrorist leader” with “direct…
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2026-01-17T23:10:18+00:00
Sunday shows preview: Trump faces scrutiny over Greenland, Iran moves
President Trump is facing scrutiny over his increasing demands for the U.S. to acquire Greenland, facing pushback from Danish and Greenlandic leaders, some Republican lawmakers and a majority of Americans. The president has frequently said the U.S. needs the island territory for national security purposes, citing the threat of Russia and China having access to…
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2026-01-17T22:51:52+00:00
Spanberger calls for unity as she becomes Virginia’s first female governor
Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) called for unity and pledged to “work tirelessly” for Virginians as she was sworn in as the Commonwealth’s first female governor on Saturday. “It is the honor of my life to stand before you and take the oath today,” Spanberger said as she stood on the steps of the Virginia Capitol,…
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2026-01-17T22:00:00+00:00
Supreme Court prepares to weigh Trump’s power over Federal Reserve
President Trump’s power over the Federal Reserve will be front and center at the Supreme Court next week.   The justices on Wednesday will hear arguments on whether Trump can fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook over accusations of mortgage fraud. Looming over it all is the Justice Department’s criminal investigation into Jerome Powell, the Fed’s chair,…
https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5693451-trump-federal-reserve-supreme-court/
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2026-01-17T21:14:54+00:00
Trump invites leaders of Egypt, Turkey, Argentina to join Gaza peace board
President Trump has invited the presidents of Egypt, Turkey and Argentina to join his newly created “Gaza Board of Peace.” The White House announced the board’s creation on Friday as part of the Trump administration’s efforts to advance its 20-point peace plan for the region. Argentinian President Javier Milei announced that he’d accepted his position…
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2026-01-17T20:45:33+00:00
Tillis, Murkowski say Trump tariffs tied to Greenland will hurt US, divide NATO
Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) on Saturday slammed President Trump’s new 10 percent tariffs on Denmark and European allies, saying the tariffs will hurt the U.S. and divide NATO if the president takes Greenland by military force. “This response to our own allies for sending a small number of troops to Greenland…
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5694271-tillis-murkowski-trump-tariffs-greenland/
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2026-01-17T19:57:36+00:00
Carville predicts GOP ‘wipeout’ in 2026 midterms
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted Saturday that the 2026 midterm elections will be a “wipeout” for Republicans, with Democrats picking up 25 seats “at a minimum.”  “Frankly, it’s going to be a wipeout,” Carville told host Kayleigh McEnany on Fox News’s “Saturday in America.” “Your viewers need to know that the Democrats are going…
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5694291-democrats-midterm-elections-james-carville/
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2026-01-17T19:27:59+00:00
CNN analyst says ‘DOJ has lost its damn mind’ with Walz, Frey probe
CNN analyst Elie Honig blasted the Trump administration Friday evening after the Justice Department (DOJ) moved to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over the unrest following protests over immigration enforcement in the state. Honig, a former federal and state prosecutor, cast doubt on the strength of the department’s accusations that…
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