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Oil spill snarls shipping traffic in Antwerp port

Shipping was at a near-standstill in Belgium's port of Antwerp on Friday following an overnight oil spill, Europe's second-biggest port said as it raced to contain the risks of pollution and economic damage.

Pakistan prepares to host US-Iran talks, as Lebanon fighting continues

Pakistan was poised on Friday to host Iranian and US delegations for negotiations in its capital, although Tehran's participation remained uncertain after deadly Israeli strikes on Lebanon threatened this week's temporary truce.

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IRS Can Pursue Past 1099 Income Years Later - Clear Start Tax Explains How Long Contractors Stay Exposed

Tax professionals say freelancers and independent contractors often underestimate how long unreported income can remain on the IRS's radar.

Investar Holding Corporation Announces Completion of Wichita Falls Bancshares, Inc. Acquisition

BATON ROUGE, LA / ACCESS Newswire / January 2, 2026 / Investar Holding Corporation (the "Company") (Nasdaq:ISTR), the holding company of Investar Bank, National Association (the "Bank"), today announced the completion of its acquisition of Wichita Falls Bancshares, Inc. ("Wichita Falls"), the holding company for First National Bank ("FNB") headquartered in Wichita Falls, Texas. An Agreement and Plan of Merger relating to the acquisition was previously announced in July 2025.

China's BYD logs record EV sales in 2025

Chinese auto giant BYD sold 2.26 million electric vehicles last year, a company statement showed Thursday, setting a new record for any firm globally.

Trump joins criticism of Clooney's French passport

US President Donald Trump piled on criticism Wednesday of a decision to grant Hollywood superstar George Clooney French passports after a junior government official in Paris labelled the move a "double standard".

AI, chips boom sent South Korea exports soaring in 2025

Soaring global demand for semiconductors fuelled by a boom in artificial intelligence sent South Korea's exports to their highest-ever level in 2025, official data showed Thursday.

Bulgaria adopts the euro, nearly 20 years after joining the EU

Bulgaria became the 21st country to switch to the euro as it entered the New Year on Thursday, a milestone met with both cheers and fears, nearly 20 years after the Balkan nation joined the European Union.

French minister criticises Clooney's 'double standard' passport

A junior member of President Emmanuel Macron's government Wednesday criticised the French passports given to Hollywood superstar George Clooney despite him speaking poor French, saying the move suggested a "double standard".

Stocks pull lower at end of record year for markets

Stock markets mostly retreated Wednesday in thin trading, following a year of record gains for key assets as central banks cut interest rates and the tech sector boomed thanks to the growth of artificial intelligence.

Eurostar trains back with delays after power glitch sparks travel chaos

Rail traffic through the Channel tunnel slowly resumed with more cancellations and delays Wednesday after an electricity failure stranded thousands of passengers and trapped some for a night in a powerless train.

Iran government building attacked as top prosecutor responds to protests

A government building in southern Iran was attacked on Wednesday, authorities said, as the country's top prosecutor warned of a "decisive response" to any attempt to create instability after days of economic protests.

Bulgaria takes hesitant step into the eurozone

Bulgaria will become the 21st country to switch to the euro when it enters the New Year on Thursday, amid concerns the move could usher in higher prices and add to political instability rattling the Balkan country.

Xi says China to hit 2025 growth target of 'around 5 percent'

China's economy is expected to have grown "around five percent" in 2025, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday, despite "pressure" during a year he described as "very unusual", state media reported.

Stocks drop at end of record year for markets

Stock markets mostly fell Wednesday in thin trading, following a year of record gains for key assets as central banks cut interest rates and the tech sector boomed on growth of artificial intelligence.

Berlin says decision postponed on European fighter jet

Efforts to break a deadlock in 2025 over plans for a new European fighter jet have been unsuccessful, a German government spokesman told AFP on Wednesday.

China says to impose extra 55% tariffs on some beef imports

China said on Wednesday it will impose additional 55 percent tariffs on some beef imports from countries including Brazil, Australia and the United States that exceed a certain quantity from January 1.

Tiny tech, big AI power: what are 2-nanometre chips?

Taiwan's world-leading microchip manufacturer TSMC says it has started mass producing next-generation "2-nanometre" chips.

Bulgaria readies to adopt the euro, nearly 20 years after joining EU

Bulgaria was preparing to switch to the euro on Wednesday night to become the 21st eurozone member, amid concerns the move could usher in higher prices and add to political instability rattling the Balkan country.

Trump v 'Obamacare': US health costs set to soar for millions in 2026

Iowa farmer Aaron Lehman was already paying a hefty price for health insurance, but his premium is set to skyrocket in January when major government subsidies expire, after US President Donald Trump's Republican party declined to extend them.

SoftBank lifts OpenAI stake to 11% with $41bln investment

Japanese tech investor SoftBank said Wednesday that its stake in OpenAI is now around 11 percent after completing the second stage of a $41-billion investment in the maker of ChatGPT.

TSMC says started mass production of 'most advanced' 2nm chips

Taiwanese tech titan TSMC has started mass producing its cutting-edge 2-nanometre semiconductor chips, the company said in a statement seen by AFP on Wednesday.

SMX Is Shifting Luxury, Fashion, and Materials from Assumption to Evidence

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / There's a structural story playing out beneath the surface of the global supply chain, and it has little to do with trends or branding cycles. It's about what happens when materials stop being anonymous.

Pathfinder Responds to Recent Market Activity

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / Pathfinder Ventures Inc. (TSXV:RV) (the "Company") announces that, at the request of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), it is issuing this press release to comment on recent trading activity in the Company's common shares.

SMX Converts Disposable Rubber into Verifiable, Monetizable Material

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / At first glance, the reaction is predictable. Gloves? Disposable rubber gloves used for minutes and discarded by the billions. The immediate question almost asks itself: why bother?

Fragmented Silver Supply Chains Create Winners, Proof by SMX Can Determine Who They Are

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / Silver has never needed much attention to matter. It sits quietly inside the systems modern economies rely on: power generation, electronics, data infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing. That quiet importance is exactly why recent shifts in the silver market deserve a closer look.

How to Choose the Right Tooth Replacement Solution in Pembroke Pines

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / If you've lost one or more teeth, there are several options to restore your smile and confidence. But how do you know which solution is right for you? A dentist in Pembroke Pines, FL, can review your oral health, learn about your goals, and recommend the best solution. Read on to learn more about your options and what factors to consider before making your decision.

Silver Isn't Just a Metal Anymore, It's Infrastructure with Geopolitical Interests

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / Silver rarely announces itself. It lacks gold's mythology and copper's growth narrative, yet it quietly underpins the systems modern economies depend on: electricity, efficiency, and precision. That unassuming ubiquity is precisely why its recent behavior deserves attention.

SMX Expands Industrial Rubber Traceability into Global Latex & Rubber Gloves Market, Advancing Its Circular Materials Platform

Giving glove materials a verifiable "memory" to support safe recovery, traceability, and circular reuse

Capstone Extends Revolving Credit Facility with Berkshire Bank, Strengthening Liquidity and Financial Flexibility

Extension preserves liquidity runway, carries no added cost, and provides flexibility as Capstone advances its disciplined growth strategy.

Laser Photonics Regains Nasdaq Compliance for Quarterly Filing Requirement

ORLANDO, FLORIDA / ACCESS Newswire / December 31, 2025 / Laser Photonics Corporation(NASDAQ:LASE) ("LPC"), $LASE, a global leader in industrial laser systems for cleaning and other material processing applications, today announced that it has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) related to the timely filing of its periodic reports.

Drones dive into aviation's deepest enigma as MH370 hunt restarts

Nearly 12 years after Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 vanished with 239 people on board, the search for answers to one of aviation's most haunting riddles resumed Tuesday in the remote southern Indian Ocean.

Stocks higher, silver rebounds as 2025 trading winds down

Stocks markets mostly moved higher on Tuesday while silver prices rebounded amid volatile trading in precious metals.

Students join Iran demonstrations after shopkeepers protest

Iranian students staged street protests in Tehran on Tuesday, a day after the capital's shopkeepers demonstrated against economic hardship and won a message of understanding from the president.

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