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How Lego got swept up in US-Mexico trade frictions

Manufacturing a Barbie or a Lego brick requires large quantities of plastic, much of which comes from China, the world's largest producer of the material.

Ukraine hit by mass power outages after 'technical malfunction'

Ukraine's power grid experienced mass outages for several hours on Saturday after a "technical malfunction" caused electrical lines between Moldova, Romania and Ukraine to fail, Ukraine's energy minister said.

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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.

'Proving the boys wrong': Teenage racers picked for elite driver programme

Teenage racer Zoe Florescu Potolea says it's nice to "prove the boys wrong" as she celebrates being named on Tuesday among five new drivers picked for a programme to develop elite female F1 talent.

Iran worries push up oil price as world stocks diverge

European and Asian stock markets diverged Tuesday as investors awaited key US inflation data while concerns about Iran lifted oil prices.

Volvo Cars pauses battery factory after fruitless partner search

Swedish automaker Volvo Cars said Tuesday that it was pausing operations at a battery factory under construction, dismissing all 75 workers there, after failing to find a partner for the business.

Central bank chiefs voice 'full solidarity' with US Fed, Powell

The heads of major central banks have thrown their support behind the US Federal Reserve and its chairman Jerome Powell, saying in a joint statement Tuesday that it was "critical to preserve" their independence.

Greece airspace shutdown exposes badly outdated systems

A deeply embarrassing systems failure which forced Greece to close its airspace for several hours with pilots unable to speak to air traffic control, has exposed badly outdated communication systems at Athens International Airport -- one of the world's top travel destinations.

Boeing sells 50 737 MAX jets to leasing group ACG

Boeing said Tuesday that it had secured a firm order from the leasing firm Aviation Capital Group for 50 of its 737 MAX jets, the company's workhorse jet for the commercial airline industry.

Freezing rain paralyses transport in Central Europe

Freezing rain led to flights being suspended at Vienna airport on Tuesday, while neighbouring Slovakia, Czech Republic and Hungary also experienced travel disruptions.

Tractors in Paris to protest EU's trade deal with S. America

Dozens of tractors rolled into Paris early Tuesday as French farmers protest against the trade deal the European Union has struck with four South American countries.

Asian markets rise, Iran worries push up oil

Asian markets gained on Tuesday, as Tokyo closed at a record high on speculation over a snap election, while concerns about Iran pushed oil prices higher.

French museum fare hikes for non-European tourists spark outcry

Should foreign tourists pay more for state-funded galleries than locals, or should art be accessible to all, without discrimination? France is hiking prices for non-Europeans at the Louvre this week, provoking debate about so-called "dual pricing".

In 'big trouble'? The factors determining Iran's future

Over two weeks of protests mark the most serious challenge in years to Iran's theocratic leadership in their scale and nature but it is too early to predict the immediate demise of the Islamic republic, analysts say.

Gladstone Investment Announces Monthly Cash Distributions for January, February and March 2026, and Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates for the Third Fiscal Quarter

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:GAIN) (the "Company") announced today that its board of directors declared the following monthly cash distributions to common stockholders. The Company also announced its plan to report earnings for its third fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2025.

Gladstone Land Announces Monthly Cash Distributions for January, February and March 2026 and Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates for the Fourth Quarter Ended December 31, 2025

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Gladstone Land Corporation (Nasdaq:LAND) ("Gladstone Land" or the "Company") announced today that its board of directors declared the following cash distributions for each of January, February and March 2026.

Gladstone Commercial Corporation Announces Monthly Cash Distributions for January, February and March 2026 and Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates for its Fourth Quarter Ended December 31, 2025

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Gladstone Commercial Corporation (Nasdaq:GOOD) (the "Company") announced today that its board of directors declared cash distributions for the months of January, February and March 2026 and also announced its plan to report earnings for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025.

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

MCLEAN, VA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Gladstone Capital Corporation (Nasdaq:GLAD) (the "Company") announced today that its board of directors declared the following monthly cash distributions for January, February and March 2026 and also announced its plan to report earnings for its first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2025.

TGI Solar Power Group CEO Samuel Epstein Appointed to Geological Society of America's Geology and Public Policy Committee

MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / TGI SOLAR POWER GROUP (OTCMarkets:TSPG), a leader in sustainable technology and environmental real estate development, is pleased to announce that its CEO, Samuel Epstein, has been appointed to the Geology and Public Policy Committee (GPPC) of the Geological Society of America (GSA).

Perform[cb] Launches Partner Development Team to Strengthen Partner Growth and Expand Outcome Engine Distribution

The Partner Development Team (PDT) was designed to support partner growth through deeper collaboration, smarter optimization, and expanded access to high-quality, outcome-driven brands.

SMX Applies Molecular Tracking Technology to Silver Supply Chains

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / SMX (NASDAQ:SMX)(NASDAQ:SMXWW), a leader in material-embedded identity and digital traceability solutions, is applying its proprietary molecular marking technology to silver, demonstrating how the metal can carry a persistent, verifiable identity throughout its lifecycle from production and refinement through use, resale, and recycling.

EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure Enters 2026 with 1.8GW of Data Center Capacity Delivered or Under Development

Notable achievements in six categories position company for continued rapid expansion in support of the AI revolution

Levin & Nalbandyan Trial Lawyers Announces Rebrand to LNN

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Levin & Nalbandyan Trial Lawyers, a rapidly expanding legal team known for its results-driven plaintiff trial work and unwavering commitment to client advocacy, today announced its official rebrand to LNN. The new identity reflects the firm's evolution and brings clarity and cohesion to a practice that has grown substantially across personal injury, employment law, and workers' compensation.

Proxymity Partners with Deutsche Bank to Enable Proxy Voting at US General Meetings

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 13, 2026 / Proxymity, the digital investor communication platform, today announced the successful rollout of its Vote Connect Total US in partnership with Deutsche Bank. Proxymity's cutting-edge digital proxy voting solution is designed to streamline and modernize proxy voting in the US.

Jerome Powell: The careful Fed chair standing firm against Trump

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has generally avoided escalation in the face of Donald Trump's relentless criticism -- but in recent months, the central banker has become a rare figure to publicly resist his attacks.

Airbus delivers more planes in 2025

Airbus said Monday it delivered 793 commercial aircraft in 2025, a slight increase from the previous year but falling short of its initial ambitions due to a manufacturing problem.

Iran protest toll mounts as government stages mass rallies

A violent crackdown on a wave of protests in Iran has killed at least 648 people, a rights group said on Monday, as Iranian authorities sought to regain control of the streets with mass nationwide rallies.

Gold hits record high, dollar slides as US targets Fed

The dollar mostly fell and gold hit a record high on Monday as investors digested news that the US Justice Department is probing the Federal Reserve, raising fears over the central bank's independence against President Donald Trump's push for lower rates.

15,000 NY nurses stage largest-ever strike over conditions

Some 15,000 nurses went on strike Monday in New York city at three large private hospital groups over pay and conditions.

Zuckerberg names banker, ex-Trump advisor as Meta president

Meta on Monday appointed banker Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman, tapping a former member of the Trump administration to help steer the technology giant's massive AI infrastructure expansion.

US prosecutors open probe of Fed chief, escalating Trump-Powell clash

US prosecutors have opened an inquiry into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, prompting a rare rebuke from the central bank chief against escalating pressure from Donald Trump's administration as the president pushes for lower interest rates.