Author: Solomon Alaka

Wall Street Disruption: $7 trillion in Assets JPMorgan Cuts External Advisors to Launch AI-Led ‘Proxy IQ’

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NEW YORK — In a move that sends shockwaves through the corporate governance landscape, J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management has officially severed ties with third-party proxy advisory firms for its U.S. equities business. As of January 2026, the financial titan—overseeing more than $7 trillion in assets—is shifting its shareholder voting operations entirely in-house, powered […]

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Digital Diagnosis: 70% of Chinese Doctors Now Recommend AI for Routine Care

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HANGZHOU – In a landmark shift for the world’s most populous healthcare system, over 70% of Chinese physicians now endorse the use of AI-powered health assistants for routine medical inquiries. The findings, released in a January 2026 survey by the public health outlet Life Times, signal that artificial intelligence has moved from an experimental “tool” […]

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Powering the Stargate: OpenAI and SoftBank Inject $1 Billion into SB Energy

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In a definitive move to secure the electrical backbone of the next-generation internet, OpenAI and SoftBank Group Corp. finalized a joint $1 billion investment in SB Energy on Monday, January 12, 2026. The capital infusion is a critical tactical step in the “Stargate” rollout—a massive, $500 billion federal-backed initiative to build the world’s most advanced […]

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UN Chief Urges “Maximum Restraint” and Cites “Universal Rights” as Iranian Unrest Enters Third Week

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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed profound shock over escalating reports of violence and the “excessive use of force” by Iranian authorities against nationwide protesters. As civil unrest enters its third week, the UN chief issued an urgent appeal for the immediate restoration of communications and the protection of fundamental human rights across the […]

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Europe’s First Unicorn of 2026: Harmattan AI Hits $1.4B Valuation

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PARIS — Europe has crowned its first “unicorn” of the year as the French defense-technology startup Harmattan AI closed a massive $200 million Series B funding round. Led by the aerospace giant Dassault Aviation, the investment propels the Paris-based company to a $1.4 billion valuation less than two years after its inception. The deal signals […]

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Allegiant Air to Acquire Sun Country in $1.5 Billion Deal: A New Giant in Leisure Travel

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LAS VEGAS — In a move that reshapes the competitive landscape of the U.S. budget aviation sector, Allegiant Air has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Sun Country Airlines for $1.5 billion. The cash-and-stock deal, announced on January 11, 2026, combines two of the nation’s most profitable ultra-low-cost carriers (ULCCs) to create a specialized powerhouse […]

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Major General Johnny Whittaker Appointed as New Ireland Deputy Chief of Staff

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DUBLIN — In a move designed to stabilize and sharpen Ireland’s operational readiness, the Government has formally appointed Major General Johnny Whittaker as the new Deputy Chief of Staff (Operations) of the Defence Forces. The appointment, confirmed on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, marks a pivotal moment for the military as it navigates a record-breaking capital […]

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Dublin Court of Appeal Rejects Conviction Appeals in Torture Case of Quinn Holdings Director

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DUBLIN — The long-running legal saga surrounding the brutal abduction and torture of Kevin Lunney has reached a definitive conclusion. The Court of Appeal has officially dismissed applications from three men seeking to overturn their convictions for the 2019 attack on the former Quinn Industrial Holdings (QIH) director. The ruling marks a significant moment for […]

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Minister McEntee Announces Major €42M Palestine Aid On Middle East Visit as Ireland Ramps Up Diplomatic Efforts

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Amidst a deepening humanitarian winter in the Middle East, Ireland has significantly increased its financial commitment to the Palestinian people. During a high-profile visit to the Rafah crossing on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee announced a €42 million assistance package, marking a substantial rise from the previous year’s budget. The […]

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Netherlands Government Moves for Severe EU Sanctions Following Violent Iran Crackdown

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BRUSSELS / THE HAGUE — The Netherlands has formally proposed a fresh wave of European Union sanctions against Tehran, following two weeks of intensifying anti-government protests and a state crackdown that rights monitors describe as the deadliest in the Islamic Republic’s modern history. As of January 13, 2026, Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel has […]

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