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Roblox’s New Adult Push Fuels Stock Rise

February 7, 2026

Roblox, the popular game‑building platform, is now pulling more grown‑ups into its playground. The company’s chief executive told a finance show that people 18 and older are climbing the user ladder faster than any other group, with a jump of more than half again as fast from last year. That spike i

business

Shipping Containers Turned Million‑Dollar Vacation Retreats

February 7, 2026

A couple in Ohio found a way to turn old cargo ships into cozy homes that people love. They started by building one tiny house from three shipping containers in 2018. The place had a kitchen, two baths, and even a hot tub on the roof. Guests stayed every night for two years, so they knew there was m

business

American Airlines Rolls Out First Refitted A319 for Better Seats

February 7, 2026

Fort Worth‑based American Airlines is set to debut its first upgraded Airbus A319 this weekend, marking a new chapter in the carrier’s cabin refresh plans. The aircraft will feature an extra row of first‑class seats, larger overhead bins for carry‑on luggage, and power outlets at every seat—though i

entertainment

Dance, Talkbacks and Art Shows in Arkansas

February 7, 2026

Ailey II, the second troupe of the famous Alvin Ailey dance company, will perform a night of fresh choreography on Saturday evening at the Hendrix Arts Center. Two new pieces are ready for their first public showing: “Berry Dreamin’, ” a dance set to Chuck Berry songs and created by former Ailey mem

health

Perks Aren’t Enough to Cut Workplace Stress

February 7, 2026

A new study shows that giving employees extra benefits does not lower their stress levels. The research looked at workers in 22 countries, from the Americas to Asia and Africa. It found that stress is higher than ever. The report says many companies add perks like gym memberships or free lunches. T

politics

Competition, Not a Shortcut: How 8(a) Contracts Work

February 7, 2026

The public debate about the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) program has drifted from facts to exaggeration. Many claim the program lets firms grab federal contracts without competition, but that is a false picture. An 8(a) company does not have a special license to win contracts by default. It

finance

Vietnam’s New Crypto Tax Plan: What It Means for Traders

February 7, 2026

Vietnam is drafting a rule that will treat cryptocurrency moves like stock trades, adding a small tax to every transfer. The proposed law says anyone who sends crypto through an approved service will owe 0. 1% of the transfer value as personal income tax, just like traders pay when they buy or sell

crypto

Crypto Firm Helps Turkey Freeze Half‑a‑Billion Dollars

February 7, 2026

A Turkish court on January 30 ordered the seizure of more than $500 million tied to Veysel Sahin, who faces charges for operating illegal gambling sites and laundering money. The assets were frozen through a request from Istanbul’s prosecutor office, who said an unnamed cryptocurrency firm carried o

environment

Skiers Raise Alarm Over Oil Sponsorship at Winter Games

February 6, 2026

The Olympic torch, on its way to Italy, stopped unexpectedly in front of ENI’s headquarters. An executive from a low‑carbon branch carried the flame, linking the event to ENI’s new “premium partner” status with the Games. ENI is also setting up a winter village in Milan, offering a snowboard simu

finance

Amazon Stock Slips, but Traders Find a New Angle

February 6, 2026

After Amazon released its quarterly numbers, the stock fell sharply. Investors were shocked by a 10% drop after the earnings report, pushing the share price to around $197. Despite the decline, the company still posted a record fourth‑quarter revenue of $213. 4 billion, up 14% from last year.