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Technology
This month, AFP reported from OceanXplorer, a high-tech marine research vessel owned by billionaire-backed non-profit OceanX, as it studied seamounts off Indonesia.
Technology
A dome-fronted submersible sinks beneath the waves off Indonesia, heading down nearly 1,000 metres in search of new species, plastic-eating microbes and compounds that could one day make medicines.
Sports
"Proud" Madison Keys said she could walk away with her head held high after her reign as Australian Open champion ended to good friend Jessica Pegula on Monday in the last 16.
Politics
In the heart of Nepal's capital Kathmandu, the charred remains of a police station attacked during September's unrest stand in stark contrast to a brand-new, fully equipped police van parked outside.
Sports
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams in a high-scoring shootout to set up a Super Bowl rematch with the New England Patriots in the NFL playoffs on Sunday.
Sports
Stephen Curry scored 26 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 111-85 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, his latest NBA milestone overshadowed by upheaval in Minneapolis.
Sports
Sam Darnold threw three touchdowns as the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 to reach the Super Bowl for the first time in 11 years on Sunday.
Sports
Learner Tien got his name because his mum was a teacher and the rising star of United States tennis still lives at home even as he reached a Grand Slam milestone.
Politics
The dollar fell in Asian trade Monday amid speculation US officials could join their Japanese counterparts to help support the yen after a recent sell-off, while equities started the week on a tepid note.
Sports
Jessica Pegula sent reigning champion and podcast co-host Madison Keys spinning out of the Australian Open on Monday in straight sets while Jannik Sinner will hope to avoid the same fate and reach the quarter-finals.
Former presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton issued pointed calls Sunday for America to stand up and defend their values after the second killing of a citizen in Minneapolis by immigration agents that Donald Trump blamed on Democratic "chaos."
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The day after a second US citizen was shot dead by federal agents in the northern city of Minneapolis, local residents gathered Sunday at a makeshift memorial to honor their fallen neighbor.
Sports
A clinical Jessica Pegula dumped defending champion and good friend Madison Keys out of the Australian Open on Monday to surge into the quarter-finals.
Sports
US ski star Lindsey Vonn has defied age and injury to make one of the most remarkable comebacks in Olympic history, the latest chapter in a storied career of memorable highs and crushing setbacks.
Sports
With the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympic Games opening ceremony getting underway on February 6, AFP looks back at some of the golden stars of the ice rink.
Economy
Four days of ultra-exclusive Haute Couture fashion shows get underway in Paris on Monday, but how is the calendar constructed and who gets to take part? AFP has the answers.
Boulevard
A ferry with more than 350 people onboard sank Monday morning in the southern Philippines, leaving at least 15 dead and 28 still missing, the coast guard said.
Politics
The emergence of BlackRock's Rick Rieder as a Federal Reserve frontrunner means the US central bank could be led by a financial markets master less academically credentialed than other recent chairs.
Things to know
Kanyon is getting fat: since someone stole his basket, this white cat with grey markings who lives at an Istanbul shopping centre has been showered with snacks, love and affection.
Politics
Israel said Monday it would allow a "limited reopening" of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt once it had recovered the remains of the last hostage in the Palestinian territory.
Sports
World number one Scottie Scheffler launched his 2026 US PGA Tour campaign with a runaway victory in the American Express at La Quinta, California.
Economy
Each SPORT BEACH Clubhouse will bring together a curated audience of senior decision-makers to reimagine how brands, athletes, and fans converge and make deals
Technology
NEW YORK, NY AND LONDON, GB AND ABU DHABI, UAE / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Avrio Worldwide Pbc (Avrio) announces the sale of its broker-dealer Arkonis Capital LLC (Arkonis) and its Transfer Agent, BlockAgent Inc. (BlockAgent) to NANT Global Financial Inc. (NANT) for the first of its kind next-gen platform for U.S. and global digitized and tokenized securities trading.
Economy
HARROGATE, TENNESSEE / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Commercial Bancgroup, Inc. ("Commercial" or the "Company") (Nasdaq:CBK), the parent company of Commercial Bank (the "Bank"), today announced net income less non-controlling interest of $9.9 million, or $0.72 per diluted common share, for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to net income less non-controlling interest of $5.6 million, or $0.46 per diluted common share, for the fourth quarter of 2024.
Economy
ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / RedChip Companies will host an investor webinar with First Phosphate Corp. (CSE:PHOS)(OTCQX:FRSPF)(FSE:KD0) ("First Phosphate" or the "Company") on January 27, 2026, at 4:15 p.m. ET.
Technology
Limited-Series Devotionals Deliver Daily Encouragement and Guidance from God's Word
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VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Alta Copper Corp. (TSX:ATCU)(OTCQX:ATCUF)(BVL:ATCU) ("Alta Copper" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that at a special meeting of shareholders and optionholders held earlier today (the "Meeting"), the Company's shareholders and optionholders voted in favour of the special resolution (the "Arrangement Resolution") approving the previously announced proposed acquisition (the "Transaction") by Nascent Exploration Pty Ltd ("Nascent"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fortescue Ltd, of all of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company ("Alta Copper Shares") not already held by Nascent, by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement") under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) and pursuant to the terms of an arrangement agreement dated December 13, 2025 (the "Arrangement Agreement").
Boulevard
AI Systems Do Not List Companies, They Select Them
Technology
A major Miami conference becomes the first known case of a social media company enforcing trademark control over a user-created community
Economy
Historic 1889 Farmhouse and Three Acres of Landscaped Gardens Become Northern Colorado's Newest All-Inclusive Wedding Venue
Economy
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Markets price proof. They always do, especially in global supply chains where claims have historically traveled faster than verification. That transition rarely announces itself in real time. It shows up first in procurement standards, then in compliance language, and finally in capital allocation decisions.
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MONTRÉAL, QC / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / Critical Elements Lithium Corporation (TSX-V:CRE)(US OTCQX:CRECF)(FSE:F12) ("Critical Elements" or the "Corporation") is pleased to announce it has strengthened its investor relations strategy and capital markets program through the engagement of Adelaide Capital ("Adelaide"), Oak Hill Financial Inc. ("Oak Hill"), and 6ix, in support of the continued advancement of the Rose Lithium-Tantalum Project and the Corporation's development.