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Israel Gaza war: Latest news from BBC News

<div>Israel Gaza war which started after armed attack by Hamas on 7 October 2023</div>

Deductibility of Criminal Defense and Post-Conviction Legal Fees Under Section 162: The Court of Federal Claims Decision in Anderson v. United States - Current Federal Tax Developments

Deductibility of Criminal Defense and Post-Conviction Legal Fees Under Section 162: The Court of Federal Claims Decision in Anderson v. United States&nbsp;&nbsp;Current Federal Tax Developments

As United States Celebrates 250 Years of Independence, Jewish-American Hall of Fame Honors Revolutionary War Financier Haym Salomon - Combat Antisemitism Movement

As United States Celebrates 250 Years of Independence, Jewish-American Hall of Fame Honors Revolutionary War Financier Haym Salomon&nbsp;&nbsp;Combat Antisemitism Movement

S&P raises GEO Group rating to ’BB+’ on debt reduction and 1x leverage goal

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo-finance-default-logo.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Investing.com -- S&P Global Ratings has upgraded Geo Group Inc (NYSE:GEO) to 'BB+' from 'BB', citing management's formal commitment to maintain net leverage at or below 1x alongside operational tailwinds across its core detention operations. The rating agency also lifted its issue-level ratings on GEO's senior unsecured debt to 'BB+' from 'BB', while affirming a stable outlook on expectations of sustained balance sheet discipline.</div></div>

Goldman, Citi and Other Banks Reportedly Fund $270 Million Stablecoin Initiative

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/d24ab156b622d74d48e63f59a703bcec9452a03bb5ffdddf69e41e679ad28d00/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w1200%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Funchained_510%2F349d8bfd063bbee7522f0346da68a89a.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The backers of Project Faro, the 21-firm group's planned U.S. issuer, are still hunting for a chief executive, according to a report. The group aims to go to market in 2027.</div></div>

TSMC record sales strengthen Wedbush’s bullish outlook

Wedbush has reiterated its 'outperform' rating and NT$3,300 price target on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (ADR) (NYSE:TSM), after October sales exceeded seasonal expectations. Revenue of the Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturer increased 14.7% month on month to a record NT$586.89...

Toyota resurrects Scion with Kei mini car, a Trump favorite

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/730c7728330c5ef3314f8bbc29a4b6361ff3ac98744104381897cd30cfeff3e5/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w1200%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fd29szjachogqwa.cloudfront.net%2Fimages%2Fuser-uploaded%2Fscion-kei-truck-2027-06-1500x1000_7455.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Toyota is bringing back the Scion brand, but it's not what you think.</div></div>

LEGN Stock On Track For Worst Day Ever As Investors Focus On Decelerating US Demand For CARVYKTI Therapy

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/b16972b3b4057e071b9052f65a112c35fdb76a97b59a57be1fa542ed4cf985dd/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w1200%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fstocktwits_383%2F8966f247617086131619b24676bcc8f0" style="width: 100%;" /><div>The company reported total revenue of $359.5 million for the quarter ended September 30, up 32% from $272.4 million a year earlier and roughly in line with expectations.</div></div>

Keybanc highlights top pick in U.S. Chemicals & Agriculture sector

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/cv/apiv2/cv/apiv2/social/images/yahoo-finance-default-logo.png" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Investing.com -- Keybanc has identified a leading investment opportunity in the U.S. Chemicals & Agriculture sector, highlighting a company executing a successful turnaround strategy while benefiting from improved market fundamentals. The firm raised its price target based on stronger forecasts and attractive valuation metrics, citing robust free cash flow generation and continued deleveraging as key drivers for shareholder value.</div></div>

Quantum Computing gets Wedbush backing for photonics opportunity despite profitability questions

Quantum Computing Inc. (NASDAQ:QUBT), the US photonics technology company, delivered third-quarter revenue above expectations, but Wedbush maintained its Neutral rating and $12 price target. Revenue for the three months to September 2026 reached $9.5 million, beating the Wall Street consensus...

Lewis Hamilton visits Egypt’s Rafah border to highlight humanitarian efforts for war-torn Gaza

Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton has visited Egypt's Rafah border crossing, drawing attention to humanitarian efforts supporting war-torn Gaza.

Monad Is Now a Settlement Option in Visa’s Stablecoin Program

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/7a851e96abbc8f2df4c12282751d8e083255383273a88a4066e2f87df2fb9108/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w1200%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Funchained_510%2F1c7f1c08562edabc20fbab4c99890cf5.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Visa hasn't announced the addition itself, and the Monad Foundation's release doesn't say which stablecoins will settle on the network.</div></div>

Moody’s Tests Multichain Credit Rating Distribution Through Chainlink

<div><img src="https://s.yimg.com/lo/mysterio/api/e727452d9343bb8446a40da706dec93c38e40f17c657a73ac1dd65773bea8135/lightyear_networkapi/resizefill_w1200%3Bquality_80%3Bformat_webp/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.zenfs.com%2Fen%2Fcryptoprowl_304%2F1ebb15dc3c358fc9e192e992fadf238e.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /><div>Moody's (NYSE: $MCO) and Chainlink (CRYPTO: $LINK) announced Tuesday that they had completed a testnet pilot de...</div></div>

Cameroonians call for political renewal and change ahead of February 2027 elections.

Anticipation is building in Cameroon after President Paul Biya called legislative and municipal elections for February 7, 2027.

TJX's softer Marmaxx sales unlikely to dent bullish investor sentiment, UBS says

UBS expects TJX Companies Inc (NYSE:TJX), the US discount retailer, to deliver largely in-line third-quarter results, with softer sales at its Marmaxx division unlikely to derail investor confidence. The bank believes the retailer's shares, valued at around 24 times forward earnings, will see...

Retired ocean liner to become largest artificial reef in the world - Northeastern Global News

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMif0FVX3lxTE0ya0NxNmpPS0lYUnQyRV8xdFZScXhyRmJrZk53aVFfa3dPZGY0cE1Pb0pJWXYyaGpQMXZIbWdWSTlrc1ZrXzFYUzVvUU1iOWQ3cmJDZTlvdjNQWVEzeVh3aHM2YlJ5M3BUQ3VYcEh0NDZxOGxJUkFoblRmalBRV2s?oc=5" target="_blank">Retired ocean liner to become largest artificial reef in the world</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Northeastern Global News</font>

SS United States to remain landmark after sinking off Florida Panhandle - Bay News 9

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMinwFBVV95cUxQYllHcDRHY0FqX0JobVdJb3l2SHR6bFZVS28yZE0yNVBiRVdIZi1zVWdtU0RxU3l5TDFGY2JhWDNfNFNKWURvWFJFMHVYTTdKTG9VMmQyZElDRTdYR1Rpdmp0dnFBeGhSbEd4R1JrMEFNeTRTdjNJTnNncHJUai1xdl9WNFp6TU0zcDBQM1d3WTVkdWd2YktMaGtSZFFVak0?oc=5" target="_blank">SS United States to remain landmark after sinking off Florida Panhandle</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Bay News 9</font>

Bank of Canada Raised Rates to Mitigate Inflation Risk, Minutes Say - WSJ

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuwFBVV95cUxNWkRteENhbmpUU1lDbFBRdzZ3dDhhM2FUd2JqTFk2S2l6S0x6MFU5VVFWWndIS19LV3QwSDVUamxDYkYtdW5rRmNjeENKMFNRRm9TdnVoLXlxQVJjeWVZVWxDR3VrOTk3andWOWZNNy1aSXNGazNQUWdQWlpSTmREVGVVQjlVemVnVldvLWdpYjdQSnd4NVdBNnVYbHNrdVVZOWlGZG15THN5bUZWRlFyRElMYkFFOEtKNXJJ?oc=5" target="_blank">Bank of Canada Raised Rates to Mitigate Inflation Risk, Minutes Say</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">WSJ</font>

Canada has not made a decision about lifting Arctic drilling ban, Carney says - Reuters

<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiywFBVV95cUxPUW5WRWpFVkk3M3ZjNmw3VHNvMHYxX21XNWNnZUhjVUp0My1vS1gtblNzQWhzX0pabDdpUmdhUjN2cG90SGp3bHVyZE9vRklJZEdVUWo0N0hjUkk0X055N1A0S21WbklhZTdpaGF5ejdrMzhHYjVLc2VGWWVyR19WOUJQRkZxME5QMDhvNmtCMEZZYUpzOGFzZkUxYUNGNC1ERjZRYkt5SjlVeHFmSTd2SGVGcV93SUNXQlVXSGpXNS1VV1BrLUVOQzlJNA?oc=5" target="_blank">Canada has not made a decision about lifting Arctic drilling ban, Carney says</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>

Israeli fire kills seven, including a father and son, in Gaza

Israeli fire kills seven, including a father and son, in Gaza Israeli forces killed at least&nbsp;seven&nbsp;Palestinians, including a father and his 13-year-old son, in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, local health officials said.Medics said Fadi Rajab and his son Abubakr were killed in an air strike that hit the roof of a displacement shelter in the Zeitoun neighbourhood in Gaza City. A third Palestinian was killed in an&nbsp;Israeli air strike near