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📌 Iran signals potential energy, mining, and aircraft deals in US talks
An Iranian diplomat said Tehran is seeking a nuclear agreement with Washington that delivers rapid economic benefits for both sides ahead of a second round of negotiations. Iran has proposed cooperation in oil and gas, mining investments, and aircraft purchases, arguing that the 2015 deal failed to secure U.S. economic interests. While signaling flexibility—such as diluting highly enriched uranium in exchange for sanctions relief—Iran continues to reject zero enrichment. Oman is mediating, with talks scheduled in Geneva.
📌 Uber expands into seven new European markets in delivery push
Uber plans to expand its food-delivery operations into seven additional European countries this year, including the Czech Republic, Greece, Romania, Austria, Denmark, Finland, and Norway. The company expects the move to add around $1 billion in gross bookings over three years as competition intensifies in Europe’s delivery market. The expansion follows Uber’s agreement to acquire Getir’s delivery arm from Mubadala.
📌 Taylor Swift channels ’90s nostalgia in new “Opalite” video
Taylor Swift released the music video for “Opalite,” the latest single from her album The Life of a Showgirl, ahead of Super Bowl weekend. Written and directed by Swift, the video embraces ’90s aesthetics—MTV-style visuals, mall scenes, and playful commercials—featuring appearances by Graham Norton and several celebrity guests. The clip is exclusively available on Apple Music and Spotify Premium until February 8.
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