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Mortgage Delinquencies Accelerate Faster Than Other Consumer Debt
New York, Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
As of February 2026, a significant shift in consumer credit dynamics has emerged: the growth rate of late-stage mortgage delinquencies is now outpacing that of auto loans and credit cards. Data from December 2025 highlights an 18.6% year-over-year increase in severe delinquencies, signaling that the housing affordability crisis has migrated from prospective buyers to existing homeowners. This trend challenges the assumption that homeowners are insulated from economic stress, suggesting that rising non-mortgage costs—such as insurance and property taxes—are eroding household stability even among those with fixed-rate loans.
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DHS Leveraging Administrative Subpoenas and Ad Tech to Track Political Dissent
Washington D.C., Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
Recent reports indicate the Department of Homeland Security is utilizing administrative subpoenas to bypass judicial oversight, compelling technology firms to surrender user data on administration critics. On February 3, 2026, it was revealed that DHS targeted an American retiree hours after he emailed an agency attorney, alongside anonymous accounts documenting ICE operations. Simultaneously, a new ICE solicitation for “Big Data & Ad Tech” implies a strategic pivot to repurpose commercial advertising infrastructure for surveillance. This dual approach signals a significant expansion of warrantless monitoring capabilities, challenging the legal boundaries of data privacy and government compliance.
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US Poised to Authorize Expanded Oil Production in Venezuela This Week
Washington D.C., Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Following President Maduro’s capture, the U.S. prepares to authorize oil production this week, targeting $100 billion in investments to revive the OPEC nation’s crippled energy infrastructure.
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Lindsey Vonn Confirms Milan Cortina Return Despite Ruptured ACL
Milan, Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
Alpine legend Lindsey Vonn defies medical odds to compete in Milan Cortina with a ruptured ACL, stabilizing viewership projections for key stakeholders NBCUniversal and corporate sponsors just days before the Games.