Author: Andrew Collins

Once Upon a Farm, the organic baby and children’s food company co-founded by actor Jennifer Garner, entered the public markets on Friday with a closely watched debut on the New York Stock Exchange, raising nearly 198 million dollars in an initial public offering that investors are viewing as a bellwether for the recovering IPO market. The Berkeley, California-based company priced its shares at 18 dollars apiece, squarely within its proposed range of 17 to 19 dollars. The offering comprised roughly 11 million shares and values the company at about 724 million dollars, according to its prospectus. Shares will trade under…

Airlines and travel agencies are undergoing a quiet but far-reaching shift in how money moves across borders, driven by new payment technology and long-term industry partnerships. At the center of that transformation is Hahnair, a Germany-based airline services provider that now links more than 350 airlines with over 100,000 travel agencies in 190 markets worldwide. According to reporting by AI Journal and interviews with Hahnair Head of Payments Ben Sibbald, the company has spent the past decade building payment infrastructure designed to cope with the complexity of global aviation commerce. That effort has intensified as fintech innovation accelerates, reshaping how…

A new chapter is opening in one of children’s publishing’s most successful franchises. More than 25 years after The Gruffalo first appeared in bookshops, author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler are returning to the deep dark wood with a brand-new story, Gruffalo Granny, scheduled for global release on September 10, 2026. The announcement was made on February 6, 2026, during Donaldson’s appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, immediately sparking excitement among families, booksellers, and educators. The book introduces a previously unseen member of the Gruffalo family while reuniting readers with familiar characters including Mouse, Fox, Owl, and Snake.…

Bitcoin sank to its weakest level in more than a year on February 6, extending a sharp sell-off that has rippled across digital assets, crypto-linked companies, and investor portfolios worldwide. The largest cryptocurrency fell as much as 11 percent on Thursday to about $67,000, its lowest point in 15 months, according to Coinbase data. The latest drop caps a dramatic reversal from October 2025, when Bitcoin reached a record high of $126,210.50. Since then, the price has fallen roughly 46 percent, underscoring how quickly sentiment has turned in markets once buoyed by optimism around US politics and easier financial conditions.…

Mamelodi Sundowns head to Lubumbashi this weekend knowing that their CAF Champions League campaign could hinge on a single result. With Group C finely balanced, the South African champions face Saint-Éloi Lupopo on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Stade TP Mazembe, where kickoff is scheduled for 15:00 CAT and live coverage will be carried on SuperSport DSTV channel 205. The mathematics of the group underline the pressure. Al Hilal Omdurman lead the standings with eight points from four matches, followed by Sundowns on five. Lupopo and MC Alger are close behind on four points each, leaving all four sides with…

Harry Styles has announced a surprise one-night concert in Manchester with tickets priced at just £20, a move that comes amid widespread fan frustration over the soaring costs of his upcoming world tour. The show is scheduled for March 6, 2026, at the Co-op Live Arena and will take place on the same day as the release of his new album, Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally. The pop star revealed the plan on Instagram, describing the performance as a special, stand-alone event rather than part of a traditional tour stop. According to the BBC, there will be no general…

The NFL’s annual awards night delivered drama, history, and a preview of Super Bowl LX, as the league honored its top performers at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco on February 5, 2026. With players, coaches, and executives gathered just days before the championship game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, the evening reflected both a season of standout individual achievements and the storylines still unfolding on football’s biggest stage. The headline moment belonged to Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, who captured the Most Valuable Player award in one of the closest votes in league history. Stafford…

Millions of AT and T customers are waiting on a federal judge to decide whether a proposed 177 million dollar settlement will bring closure to one of the largest data breach cases in recent years. The agreement stems from two separate cyberattacks in 2024 that exposed sensitive customer information and triggered nationwide litigation, regulatory scrutiny, and renewed debate over how companies protect personal data. The decision now rests with Judge Ada Brown of the Northern District of Texas, who has yet to rule following a lengthy final approval hearing held January 15, 2026. That six-hour session underscored both the complexity…

February 2026 has delivered a notable reshuffling in the global streaming race, as HBO Max and Netflix each scored high-profile wins that underscore how quickly viewing habits can change. While HBO Max originals continue to dominate charts with prestige dramas, Netflix has reignited interest in a cult favorite by bringing it back into the spotlight on a rival platform. Data from Flixpatrol and coverage by industry outlets show HBO Max at the center of the month’s biggest surprise: a medical drama overtaking a Game of Thrones universe series at the top of its global rankings. At the same time, Netflix’s…

England Under 19s produced a late batting charge in the ICC Under 19 World Cup 2026 final, racing to 174 for three after 20.3 overs as the title clash against India remained finely poised. A composed half-century from Ben Dawkins and a burst of late aggression ensured England finished their innings with momentum in a contest that has lived up to its billing. Playing on the biggest stage of youth cricket, England balanced control and risk to keep India’s bowlers under constant pressure. The scoreline reflected a deliberate plan: stability through the middle overs followed by a sharp acceleration once…