February 1, 2026

Capgemini to Sell US Subsidiary Over Controversial ICE Contract Amid Protests

French tech giant Capgemini will sell its US subsidiary due to outrage over its role in locating people for ICE. The move follows protests after ICE agents fatally shot US citizens and pressure from French politicians.

February 1, 2026

Soft Rupees and Peso vs Strong Dirham Create Rare Remittance Gain for UAE Expats

The Indian rupee, Pakistani rupee, and Philippine peso are near multi-year lows against the UAE dirham. This gives UAE expatriates more value when sending remittances back home. Experts recommend splitting transfers and watching the market carefully to maximize benefits amid volatile currency shifts.

February 1, 2026

Israel Bans MSF From Gaza Over Staff List Refusal Amid Security Concerns

Israel has banned Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) from Gaza after the charity refused to share its staff list, citing safety worries. The Israeli government accused some MSF staff of links to militants, a claim MSF denies. This ban follows a wider move against 37 NGOs in Gaza and the West Bank.

February 1, 2026

US Blocks Cuba’s Oil Supplies, Fuel Crisis Looms as Sanctions Tighten

Cuba faces a severe fuel shortage as the US bans oil imports and imposes tariffs on countries trading oil with Cuba. The crisis risks blackouts and economic collapse amid dwindling reserves.

February 1, 2026

Gaza's Rafah Crossing Set to Reopen for Foot Traffic Amid Tight Security

Preparations to reopen Gaza’s Rafah border crossing began Sunday, allowing limited foot passage both ways. The crossing was shut since May 2024. Mostly sick Palestinians need to leave for medical help. Operation will be coordinated by Israel, Egypt, and the EU.