Reporting from the Hobe News archive
On February 6, 2026, the tech world’s biggest giants dropped a bombshell: companies like Amazon, Alphabet (Google), Meta and Microsoft are on track to pour over $600 billion this year into artificial intelligence…
February 5, 2026 – In a stark contrast of corporate fortunes, Uber Technologies Inc. faces a major legal setback while MGM Resorts International posts stronger‑than‑expected financial results, illustrating the…
Feb. 5, 2026 – San Francisco, Anthropic’s launch of its latest artificial intelligence model has rattled global equity markets, triggering a fresh sell-off in traditional software stocks as investors reassess the…
Kigali, 4 th Feb 2026 - Rwanda and Brazil have strengthened their economic partnership after signing key trade and investment agreements during the Rwanda–Brazil economic cooperation forum held in Kigali this…
SEATTLE, Feb. 4, 2026 — Boeing said on Tuesday it expects to begin delivering its improved 787 Dreamliner jets in the first half of 2026, marking a key milestone as the U.S. planemaker works to strengthen its wide-body…
February 4, 2026 — The U.S. dollar held steady in global markets on Tuesday, while the Japanese yen wobbled as investors remained cautious ahead of Japan’s closely watched national election later this week. Currency…
On February 2, 2026, fresh analysis showed that expectations for the booming global obesity drug market are being scaled back as Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly move into a more competitive and price-sensitive phase. For…
On January 28, 2026, Meta Platforms Inc. stunned markets with an aggressive expansion of its capital expenditure plans, driving a sharp surge in its stock price as investors cheered the tech giant’s renewed focus on…
France has moved a step closer to becoming one of the first major European countries to ban social media use for children under the age of 15, as lawmakers advance legislation aimed at strengthening online protections…
India is poised to make a historic shift in its trade policy by slashing import tariffs on cars from the European Union to 40% from as high as 110%, according to sources and Reuters reports on January 25–26, 2026.…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is preparing to share a prioritized list of mineral projects with the United States, aiming to attract American investors to develop key mining opportunities. This initiative…
China’s growing fascination with robot sports is doing more than entertaining crowds — it is fast becoming a launchpad for a future in which humanoid robots could enter homes, factories and daily life. On the outskirts…
Tesla, the American electric vehicle giant, has officially lost its long-held position as the world's leading EV manufacturer, as Chinese rival BYD overtakes it in global sales for the first time. Tesla Model 3 on…
Sydney, 31 December 2025 — A British cybersecurity specialist Jacob Riggs has been granted one of Australia’s most selective visas after responsibly identifying a vulnerability on a government foreign affairs website,…
Karongi, Rwanda — Hotel Château Le Marara has been allowed to reopen after the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) granted it a temporary operating license. The announcement was made on December 26, 2025, after inspections…
Petroleum prices are climbing faster than ever, and commuters are feeling the pinch,from urban taxis to delivery riders, every increase in fuel costs pushes transport fares higher, making daily travel more expensive…
TikTok has signed a landmark agreement to divest and restructure its U.S. operations, bringing an end to a long-running political, legal, and national security battle that has shadowed the popular social media platform…
Airtel Africa has announced a landmark partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink aimed at expanding mobile connectivity across 14 African countries, marking one of the most ambitious efforts yet to address the continent’s…
A photo of a young mountain gorilla joyfully dancing in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park has won the top prize at the international Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards, a competition that celebrates humorous wildlife…
The President of the Africa Summit on Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ASENTI), Calvin Jodisi, has urged young Africans to lead the continent’s economic transformation through innovation, creativity, and…
Akagera National Park in eastern Rwanda recently gained international recognition after being listed among the world’s 25 must-visit destinations for 2026 by National Geographic. As the festive season approaches,…
Akagera National Park in eastern Rwanda recently gained international recognition after being listed among the world’s 25 must-visit destinations for 2026 by National Geographic. As the festive season approaches,…
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe, who also serves as the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has made another powerful move on the global mining stage after Harmony Gold, a company…
Rwanda has received an honorary award as the African country with the best and most advanced infrastructure supporting tourism. The recognition was announced at the African Tourism Awards, an initiative that promotes…