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Stock markets firm on ECB rate cut, corporate results
European stock markets rose Thursday as the European Central Bank cut interest rates again while US shares were steady after a mixed bag of company earnings reports.
Mexican economy shrinks for first time in three years
Mexico's economy suffered its first contraction in three years in the fourth quarter of 2024, official figures showed Thursday, as the country braces for US President Donald Trump's threatened tariffs.
Nostalgia and escapism: highlights from Paris Couture Week
Nostalgia-tinged evening wear, fantasy-fuelled escapism and messages about world peace featured during a packed Paris Couture Week that also saw new changes on fashion's artistic director merry-go-round.
Dubai airport clocks record 92.3m passengers, extending hot streak
A record 92.3 million passengers travelled through Dubai's international airport last year, its operator said on Thursday, extending a post-pandemic tear that exemplifies the city's economic boom.
US economic growth steady in 2024 as Trump takes office
The US economy expanded at a solid clip in 2024, helped by consumer and government spending, official data showed Thursday, signaling its resilience as President Donald Trump takes over the reins.
ECB cuts rate again as eurozone falters, with eye on Trump
The European Central Bank made a fresh interest rate cut Thursday as inflation eases and the eurozone economy flatlines, with a nervous eye on US President Donald Trump's protectionist agenda.
No survivors from plane, helicopter collision in Washington
US officials said Thursday there were likely no survivors after a passenger jet carrying 64 people collided in midair with a military helicopter and crashed into the icy waters of Washington's Potomac river.
France, Germany stall eurozone growth in fourth quarter
Eurozone growth slowed to a halt in the fourth quarter last year, dragged by contractions in major powers Germany and France which were held back by economic headwinds and political instability.
DR Congo leader vows 'vigorous' response as Rwanda-backed fighters advance
DR Congo's president has vowed a "vigorous" military response against Rwandan-backed fighters who have advanced further in the mineral-rich east of the country after seizing most of the region's main city.
European stock markets rise before ECB rate call
European stock markets rose and the euro dipped Thursday, with the European Central Bank expected to cut interest rates as inflation eases and the eurozone economy stalls.
Bodies pulled from Washington river after plane collides with helicopter
A passenger jet carrying 64 people crashed into Washington's Potomac River Wednesday after colliding midair with a military helicopter, with US media reporting multiple bodies pulled from the dark, near-freezing water.
Dubai airport sees record 92.3 million passengers in 2024
A record 92.3 million passengers travelled through Dubai's international airport last year, its operator said on Thursday, underlining the Gulf city's economic boom.
Shell annual profit drops to $16 bn as oil prices fall
British energy giant Shell on Thursday announced a 17-percent drop in annual net profit owing to weaker oil and gas prices as well as asset write-offs.
UK car sector fears for Trump tariffs as output falls
Britain's vehicle production slid below one million units last year as the sector transitions to electric cars, an industry body said Thursday as it warned over US President Donald Trump's tariff threats.
French economy shrinks as political crisis eclipses Olympic boost
The French economy grew 1.1 percent in 2024 but shrank in the fourth quarter as a political crisis gripped the country after a boost from the Paris Olympic Games, official data showed Thursday.
Plane carrying 64 collides with helicopter, crashes in Washington
A US passenger jet carrying 64 people crashed into Washington's Potomac River after colliding midair with a military helicopter on a nighttime training exercise Wednesday, prompting a desperate search for survivors in the dark, near-freezing water.
DR Congo leader says troops mounting 'vigorous' response to M23
DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi insisted his troops were mounting a "vigorous" response to Rwanda-backed fighters advancing in the country's perennially troubled east and slammed the international community's "silence and inaction".
EU holds auto talks to revive embattled car sector
EU talks to relaunch Europe's embattled car industry are to get underway on Thursday, with automotive CEOs awaited in Brussels to discuss fines and competition from China.
Plane carrying more than 60 collides with helicopter, crashes in Washington
A US passenger plane carrying 64 people crashed into Washington's chilly Potomac River on Wednesday after colliding mid-air with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport, prompting a major emergency response and the grounding of all flights.
ECB to look past Trump risk and push on with rate cuts
Despite US President Donald Trump's sabre-rattling, the European Central Bank is set to press on with interest rate cuts Thursday as officials increasingly voice confidence that the fight against inflation is on track.
Passenger plane collides with helicopter near Washington airport
A passenger jet from Kansas crashed into Washington's Potomac River after colliding mid-air with a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport, officials said Wednesday, prompting a major emergency response and grounding all flights.
Tesla results miss estimates as company projects 2025 auto volume growth
Tesla reported lower than expected profits Wednesday but confirmed key 2025 benchmarks, saying it will return to sales volume growth and move forward with fully autonomous driving.
Infinity Bancorp Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
SANTA ANA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Infinity Bancorp (OTCQB:INFT) (the "Company" or "Bancorp"), the holding company for Infinity Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend by its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.07 per common share, payable February 28, 2025 to shareholders of record on February 14, 2025.
Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D. to Deliver Landmark Address at Yale University on Black Solidarity and Reproductive Justice Amidst Post-Roe America
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D.-renowned scholar, legal strategist, and civil rights leader-will deliver a historic address at Yale University on Black Solidarity, Reproductive Justice, and the broader political intersections between DEI rollbacks, anti-LGBTQ+ policies, and post-Roe restrictions.
Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D. Black Business Pitch Competition at Yale University Provides an Underground Railroad for Black Entrepreneurs Amidst Economic Restrictions
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / As the U.S. sees an alarming rollback of funding, resources, and support for Black businesses, Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D. is creating a financial Underground Railroad-an internal network dedicated to funding and elevating Black entrepreneurs. Through the Madam Nselaa Ward, J.D. Black Business Pitch Competition at Yale University, held in collaboration with Yale's Black Solidarity Conference on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the Yale Afro-American Cultural Center, Black entrepreneurs will receive cash prizes, mentorship, and access to a private network of investors, business leaders, and wealth-building strategists committed to closing the racial wealth gap.
Tortoise Capital Announces Tortoise MLP Index, Tortoise North American Pipeline Index, and Tortoise Decarbonization Infrastructure Index Constituent Changes Due to Corporate Action
OVERLAND PARK, KS / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Tortoise Capital today announced that EnLink Midstream, LLC (NYSE:ENLC) will be removed from the Tortoise MLP Index® (TMLP), the Tortoise North American Pipeline IndexSM (TNAP), and the Tortoise Decarbonization Infrastructure IndexSM (DCRBN) as a result of its announced acquisition by ONEOK Inc. As a result, ENLC will be removed from the indices at market open on Jan. 31, 2025.
Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc. Reports Results for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2024
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company") (NASDAQ:RBKB), the holding company of Rhinebeck Bank (the "Bank"), reported a net loss for the fourth quarter of 2024 of $2.7 million, compared to net income of $930,000 for the fourth quarter of 2023. Diluted loss per share was $0.25 for the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to diluted earnings per share of $0.09 for the same quarter of 2023. Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 totaled $8.6 million, compared to net income of $4.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. Diluted loss per share was $0.80 for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to diluted earnings per share of $0.40 for the year ended December 31, 2023. The results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2024 reflect $4.0 million and $16.0 million of loss on sale of securities from the previously disclosed balance sheet restructurings, respectively.
Dr. Kevin Neal to Speak at Yale University on Black Solidarity and Conflict Resolution in a Divided America
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Leadership and conflict resolution expert Dr. Kevin Neal, founder of Building Bridges 2 Better, LLC, has been invited to Yale University to deliver a powerful talk on Black solidarity, conflict resolution, and leadership in an increasingly divided America.
Dr. Moirar Leveille Invited to Yale to Address the Mental Health Crisis Among Black Students Amid Rising Political Pressures
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Renowned mental health expert and holistic wellness strategist Dr. Moirar Leveille has been invited to Yale University to deliver a critical talk on the growing mental health crisis affecting Black students as they navigate increasing political and social pressures. At a time when anxiety, stress, and even suicidal thoughts are on the rise, Leveille will provide strategies for resilience, empowerment, and healing to equip students with the tools needed to protect their well-being.
Rocky Toro to Speak at Yale on The New Black Wall Street Amid Political and Economic Challenges in Diversity
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Women's empowerment and economic resilience speaker Rocky Toro, known as Rocky Speaks, has been invited to Yale University to deliver a critical talk on Black solidarity and the future of Black economic power. Amid growing political and economic challenges in diversity, Toro's talk, titled "The New Black Wall Street," will examine how Black communities can reclaim financial strength and independence in an era of shifting policies and economic uncertainty.
Christopher Hampton to Deliver Talk at Yale's Largest Black Solidarity Conference Amid National DEI Crisis
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / International keynote speaker, bestselling author and leadership expert Christopher C. Hampton has been invited to deliver a talk at Yale University's largest undergraduate conference focused on Black solidarity, a premier gathering that attracts more than 1,000 students from across the country.
Angeline to Speak at Yale on The New Black Wall Street and Black Economic Power Amid Workplace Shifts
NEW HAVEN, CT / ACCESS Newswire / January 30, 2025 / Angeline, CEO of AMP-G LLC and known as "Your Business Archangel," has been invited to Yale University to deliver a critical talk on The New Black Wall Street, exploring how Black professionals, business leaders, and entrepreneurs can navigate modern wealth disparities and multigenerational workplace challenges to build a stronger economic future.