Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Gulf builds up economic resilience despite low oil prices
In a new report, S&P Global Ratings said it expected economic growth across the Middle East to average around 3.4% this year.
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Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Mubadala Capital to buy US billboards firm Clear Channel
The deal values the advertising company at $6.2 billion.
Jezebel • Feb 10, 2026
Irish Man in ICE Detention for Five Months Claims Agents Forged His Signature on Documents
Seamus Culleton has a valid work permit and was about to receive his green card before ICE imprisoned him for five months.
Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Global electricity demand to surge through 2030, report finds
Despite a boom in electricity demand, emissions should remain relatively flat thanks to progress being made on renewables, according to the IEA.
Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Washington ramps up pressure on Russian oil exports
On Monday, US forces intercepted another tanker allegedly part of Russia’s sanctions-dodging “shadow fleet.”
Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Carbon data firm expands into broader green commodities
The CEO of Sylvera told Semafor that it will offer insights about carbon-intensive commodities that are increasingly exposed to taxes and tariffs.
Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
EPA to rescind landmark US climate policy
The policy provides the legal foundation for rules regulating greenhouse gas emissions.
Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Pakistan’s kite fest returns after nearly two-decade ban
Sharpened, toughened strings that were previously used caused injuries and deaths, which led to the festival being banned.
Semafor • Feb 10, 2026
Chinese coffee chain Luckin opens its 30,000th store
The company has largely outmuscled global behemoth Starbucks in China.
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War on Iran during nuclear negotiations undermines the US’s ability to talk peace around the world − and the effects won’t end when Trump leaves office
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