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🏒 Roman Josi reached a milestone on paper on Saturday night (Swiss time). Game 6 in the round of 16 against Vancouver is his 1 ... Show more
Country Singer Dumps Tesla After Due to Elon Musk Distaste: A country singer has decided to get rid of her Tesla because she's not a fan of Elon Musk.
newsweek.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/sheryl-crow-dumps-tesla-elon-musk-2031762

Quick Glance: Country Singer Ends Tesla Relationship Over Musk Dislike
- Sheryl Crow has decided to part ways with her Tesla due to her dislike for Elon Musk.
- In an Instagram post, Crow emphasized the importance of values and bid farewell to the vehicle.
- She plans to donate the proceeds to NPR to support the pursuit of truth.
- No details have been provided about what vehicle Crow will choose next.
White South Africans gather in support of Trump and his claims that they are victims of racism
cnn.com/2025/02/15/africa/south-africa-white-trump-supporters-demonstrate-int-latam/

Zelenskyy calls for 'European army' as EU leaders bristle at Trump's stance on Ukraine
pbs.org/newshour/world/zelenskyy-calls-for-european-army-as-eu-leaders-bristle-at-trumps-stance-on-ukraine

Quick Glance: Trump Officials Start Talks with Russia on Ukraine Conflict
- High-ranking US officials are set to meet with Russian counterparts to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.
- The talks, scheduled for the coming days in Saudi Arabia, aim to facilitate direct negotiations between the two nations.
- US envoy Keith Kellogg emphasized that Russia must make concessions, particularly regarding territorial issues, to resolve the conflict.
- The negotiations are described as a 'dual track,' addressing both Russian and Ukrainian interests.
Kid Rock Touts 'Liberal, Gay or Black' Members in His 'Diverse' Band: The musician said on Friday that his band is "diverse," not because of DEI efforts but ...
newsweek.com/kid-rock-dei-bill-maher-donald-trump-2031785

Utah public unions banned from collective bargaining with the state: After two weeks of protests at the Utah state capitol, the state has banned collective ...
reuters.com/world/us/utah-public-unions-banned-collective-bargaining-with-state-2025-02-16/

Mother and child die from injuries in Munich car attack: The 37-year-old woman and two-year-old child are the first fatalities from last week's attack.
bbc.com/news/articles/czrl51mz7k8o

Quick Glance: Fatal Car Attack in Munich Shocks Community
- A 37-year-old mother and her two-year-old daughter died after a man drove into a crowd in Munich.
- The 24-year-old Afghan asylum seeker who carried out the attack was arrested and reportedly acted with religious motivation.
- This tragedy has raised security concerns in Germany ahead of upcoming elections and intensified discussions on migration.
- The incident occurred just before the Munich Security Conference, amid rising support for the far-right AfD due to similar past events.
US cats euthanized after testing positive for bird flu linked to raw pet food: Two house cats in Oregon were euthanized after testing positive for bird flu ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-cats-euthanized-after-testing-positive-bird-flu-linked-raw-pet-food-2025-02-14/

How Popular Is Elon Musk's DOGE? Very, According to Focus Group: Out of the 11 people from Arizona who participated in the focus group held by Engagious and Sago ...
newsweek.com/elon-musk-popularity-doge-focus-group-2031298

Hamas militants release three Israeli hostages, Iair Horn, Sagui Dekel-Chen and Sasha (Alexander) Troufanov, as the Gaza ceasefire holds Three Israeli hostages freed in Gaza, Israel begins releasing 369 Palestinians in exchange | Reuters

Israeli PM Netanyahu thanks US President Trump for 'full support' on Gaza
wionews.com/world/israeli-pm-netanyahu-thanks-us-president-trump-for-full-support-on-gaza-8725325

Quick Glance: Fragile Ceasefire Talks on Gaza Near Breaking Point
- Hamas released three Israeli hostages after nearly 18 months, amid tense negotiations affecting the fragile ceasefire.
- Last-minute interventions by the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt helped secure the agreement and prevent further hostage delays.
- President Trump's threats against Hamas raised concerns about the stability of the negotiations and the potential for collapse.
- Discussions regarding the next phase of the agreement, which includes the complete release of all hostages and normalization in Gaza, face significant pressure.
Zelensky calls for ‘armed forces of Europe’ as EU leaders bristle at new US policies on Ukraine
theage.com.au/world/europe/zelensky-calls-for-armed-forces-of-europe-as-eu-leaders-bristle-at-new-us-policies-on-ukraine-20250216-p5lch0.html

Pope Francis prescribed ‘complete rest’ following hospitalization for bronchitis: Pope Francis has been prescribed “complete rest” following his hospitalization ...
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Australia to put two-year ban on foreigners buying existing homes amid housing crunch
reuters.com/markets/asia/australia-put-two-year-ban-foreigners-buying-existing-homes-amid-housing-crunch-2025-02-16/

US goverment seeks to rehire recently fired nuclear workers: It is having problems contacting people who were fired in Trump's blitz to shrink the federal ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c4g3nrx1dq5o

JPMorgan expects criticism over its DEI policy: JPMorgan Chase expects to face criticism on some of its business practices, including diversity ...
reuters.com/business/finance/jpmorgan-expects-criticism-over-its-dei-policy-2025-02-14/

The Lebanese army fired tear gas at Hezbollah supporters as they protested near Beirut airport on Saturday against Lebanon's decision to deny an Iranian flight ... Show more

Quick Glance: Vance Advocates Cooperation with AfD
- US Vice President J.D. Vance stated at the Munich Security Conference that German parties should be open to collaborating with the AfD.
- He emphasized that there should be no 'firewalls' against the AfD, questioning the political landscape in Germany.
- Vance's speech promoted the ideology of the New Right and led to a meeting with AfD leader Alice Weidel.
- The call for radical honesty in political discourse was highlighted to address the outrage over these developments.
U.S. Knocks Off Canada, 3-1, at 4 Nations Face-Off: Team USA to face Sweden Monday (Feb. 17) at 8 p.m. ET; Watch Live on TNT
teamusa.usahockey.com/news_article/show/1331632

White South Africans Gather In Support of Trump and His Claims That They Are Victims of Racism
time.com/7225641/white-south-africans-gather-us-embassy-support-donald-trump/

New York Police Find Body Of Trans Man They Say Was Tortured For More Than A Month
huffpost.com/entry/new-york-police-torture-death-sam-nordquist_n_67b11206e4b059dad8b38a91

Two days after attack on demonstration in Munich: child (2) and mother (37) dead: A man drives a car into a group of demonstrators. Numerous people are injured ...
pnp.de/nachrichten/bayern/kind-2-nach-anschlag-in-muenchen-gestorben-18012346

Quick Glance: Mother and Child Die After Brutal Munich Attack
- A 37-year-old woman and her two-year-old child succumbed to their injuries following an attack in Munich.
- The incident, suspected to have an Islamist motive, was perpetrated by a 24-year-old Afghan who is now in custody.
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited the attack site and called for severe consequences for such actions.
- The Federal Prosecutor's Office has taken over the investigation, as the attack poses a threat to Germany's internal security.
Broadcom, TSMC eye possible Intel deals to split storied chipmaker, WSJ reports
reuters.com/markets/deals/broadcom-tsmc-eye-possible-intel-deals-that-would-split-storied-chipmaker-wsj-2025-02-16/

US gives conditional nod to Zoetis' bird flu vaccine for poultry: The U.S. Department of Agriculture has given a conditional approval to Zoetis to use its bird ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-grants-conditional-clearance-zoetis-bird-flu-vaccine-poultry-2025-02-14/

Muhsin Hendricks, world’s ‘first openly gay imam’, shot dead in South Africa: Police say motive for killing of Hendricks, who ran a mosque for LGBTQ+ Muslims ...
theguardian.com/world/2025/feb/16/muhsin-hendricks-worlds-first-openly-gay-imam-shot-dead-in-south-africa

Attack on passers-by in southern Austria: What is known about the fatal knife attack in Villach
spiegel.de/panorama/justiz/villach-was-ueber-die-toedliche-messerattacke-in-oesterreich-bekannt-ist-a-b52e9a91-8ad2-4c4d-b730-8a78c5c82f5c

Quick Glance: Fatal Stabbing Incident Shakes Villach, Austria
- A 23-year-old Syrian refugee fatally stabbed a 14-year-old and attacked several passersby in Villach.
- The police updated the number of injuries from four to five, with two individuals sustaining serious injuries.
- The attacker was stopped by a 42-year-old food delivery driver who hit him with his car, preventing further violence.
- Politicians are calling for measures to prevent such attacks and advocate for strict enforcement of laws against violent crimes.
Emma Watson Makes Rare Public Appearance: "Harry Potter" star Emma Watson stepped out in public amid her master's degree studies, making a rare public appearance ...
newsweek.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/emma-watson-rare-appearance-masters-degree-2031779

Protesters decry erasure of transgender references from Stonewall monument website
reuters.com/world/us/trump-erasure-transgender-references-extends-stonewall-monument-website-2025-02-14/

Quick Glance: Park Service Removes Transgender References from Stonewall Page
- The National Park Service website has eliminated all mentions of transgender individuals regarding the Stonewall Uprising.
- The acronym was changed from 'LGBTQ+' to 'LGB' or 'LGBQ', and the term 'queer' has also been removed.
- The decision to erase the word 'transgender' is viewed as a deliberate attempt to marginalize the community and erase its history.
- Activists and organizations fighting for transgender rights criticize these changes and emphasize the important contributions of transgender individuals to the LGBTQ movement.
The European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Friday that a speech by U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Munich Security conference felt as if ... Show more
EU's Kallas: listening to Vance speech felt like United States was trying to pick fight with us | Reuters
EU's Kallas: listening to Vance speech felt like United States was trying to pick fight with us | Reuters
Quick Glance: EU's Kallas Critiques US Vice President's Speech
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas criticized US Vice President JD Vance's speech at the Munich Security Conference.
- She felt the speech was provocative and indicated that the US was trying to instigate a conflict with Europe.
- Kallas emphasized the importance of focusing on larger threats, such as Russia's aggression towards Ukraine.
- These remarks were made during an informal EU leaders' summit in Brussels.
JD Vance breaks taboo by meeting with leader of Germany’s far-right party: US vice-president meets with AfD leader Alice Weidel as Trump administration courts ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/14/jd-vance-alice-weidel-meeting-germany-far-right

Axios to use ‘Gulf of America’ in compliance with Trump administration: Axios has announced it will comply with the Trump administration’s decision to rename the ...
thehill.com/homenews/media/5147756-axios-to-use-gulf-of-america-in-compliance-with-trump/

Quick Glance: Trump Excludes AP Over Gulf Name Dispute
- President Trump has barred the Associated Press (AP) from the White House and Air Force One for refusing to rename the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America.
- This action has been labeled as censorship and a violation of the First Amendment rights related to free speech and press.
- The AP described the ban as discriminatory and punitive for its reporting, while the administration insisted on adherence to the new geographic designations.
- The AP will continue to cover White House events, but access restrictions highlight the escalating tensions between the government and the media.
US retailer lists RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT starting at $649 and $749 — March 6 launch date confirmed
tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/us-retailer-lists-rx-9070-and-rx-9070-xt-starting-at-usd649-and-usd749-march-6-launch-date-confirmed

Cut him some slack: Dutton says Trump relationship needs different approach: The opposition leader says the US president’s business background means he knows how ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/cut-him-some-slack-dutton-says-trump-relationship-needs-different-approach-20250216-p5lcgq.html

Top US Election Security Watchdog Forced to Stop Election Security Work: The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has frozen efforts to aid states ...
wired.com/story/cisa-election-security-freeze-memo/

Quick Glance: US Agency Halts Election Security Initiatives
- The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has halted all election security initiatives and is reviewing past efforts since 2017.
- Acting Director Bridget Bean mandated a comprehensive assessment of all election security-related positions in an internal memo.
- This decision comes under pressure from conservative factions and Trump, who accused CISA of censorship and questioned the agency's activities.
- CISA plans to submit a report to the White House after the review, aiming to streamline its future election security efforts.
Those calling for Ukraine to negotiate with Russia should know that Moscow’s control over captured Ukrainian territory isn’t just about land—it’s about ... Show more
Putin’s Ukraine
Putin’s Ukraine
Trump and Musk claim the media is trying to drive them apart in Fox News interview
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-musk-fox-news-interview-b2698992.html

Trump suggests no laws are broken if he’s ‘saving his country’: The quote, posted to Trump's social media, is a variation of one sometimes attributed to Napoleon ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/02/15/nation/donald-trump-above-the-law-napoleon-bonaparte/

Pope Francis, who is receiving treatment in hospital for a respiratory tract infection, will not appear in public on Sunday to lead his usual weekly prayer ... Show more
Pope Francis, in hospital, won't lead usual Sunday prayer, Vatican says | Reuters
Pope Francis, in hospital, won't lead usual Sunday prayer, Vatican says | Reuters

Kanye West, Bianca Censori have no prenup amid conflicting divorce reports: Sources say Kanye West and Bianca Censori have no prenup amid conflicting reports the ...
nydailynews.com/2025/02/15/kanye-west-bianca-censori-no-prenup-divorce-reports/

Quick Glance: Kanye West's Swastika Shirts Lead to Divorce
- Kanye West and Bianca Censori ended their marriage after two years due to West selling shirts adorned with Swastikas.
- An anonymous source indicated that the Swastika shirt was Censori's breaking point, leading her to distance herself from West.
- West aired an advertisement during the Super Bowl promoting a Swastika shirt, which resulted in Shopify deactivating his site.
- Prior to this, West made several antisemitic remarks on X/Twitter before deactivating his account.
23-year-old man stabbed 6 people in Austria killing 1 in what police describe as a random attack
ctvnews.ca/world/article/23-year-old-man-stabbed-6-people-in-austria-killing-1-in-what-police-describe-as-a-random-attack/

Vale expects to raise Carajas iron ore output by 13% with billionaire investment
reuters.com/markets/commodities/brazils-vale-confirms-12-billion-investment-carajas-complex-through-2030-2025-02-14/

Red dye 3 has been banned in America, what comes next? : Robert F. Kennedy Jr. campaigned on a focus on artificial dyes and other chemicals in food
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/red-dye-3-erythrosine-ban-b2698880.html

TikTok and CapCut shoot right to the top of Apple’s App Store downloads as ByteDance returns to phones
fastcompany.com/91279274/tiktok-and-capcut-top-app-store-downloads-return-android-iphones

Accuser drops rape lawsuit against Jay-Z and Sean Diddy Combs: An anonymous accuser who alleged the two rappers had assaulted her when she was 13 has withdrawn ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c74e284ll8xo

Quick Glance: Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Diddy Dismissed
- A lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jay-Z, alleging the rape of a 13-year-old in 2000, has been dismissed in New York.
- The anonymous plaintiff, referred to as Jane Doe, voluntarily withdrew the case, preventing it from being refiled.
- Jay-Z called the dismissal a "victory," asserting the allegations were baseless, while Diddy's legal team maintained his innocence.
- Diddy still faces multiple civil suits and remains in custody until his trial scheduled for May 2025.
JD Vance attacks Europe over free speech and migration: The vice-president's speech at the Munich Security Conference was denounced by several European leaders.
bbc.com/news/articles/ceve3wl21x1o

Measles outbreak in undervaccinated Texas area doubles—again: The outbreak now spans four counties.
arstechnica.com/health/2025/02/texas-measles-outbreak-climbs-to-48-cases-almost-all-kids-13-hospitalized/

Republicans move to impeach judges who blocked Trump: The measures are part of a growing public conflict between Republicans the federal judiciary.
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US retail sales plunged last month as consumers pulled back after busy holiday season
apnews.com/article/retail-sales-consumer-economy-shopping-53a08a284799497a6eaf79e95a047b0e

Israeli couple attacked in Athens after they were heard speaking Hebrew: An Israeli couple who was leaving a restaurant was attacked in the Greek capital Athens ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-842226

Knife attack in Austria: 23-year-old stabs passers-by - | Boy dies, four injured: Shock in Carinthia: A 23-year-old man stabbed several people and killed a ...
spiegel.de/panorama/justiz/kaernten-syrer-toetet-14-jaehrigen-bei-messerangriff-vier-verletzte-a-6a89eb41-9890-48a8-a256-e0f1a8f27661

Peter Dutton most likely to be next prime minister, according to YouGov poll: The ABC can reveal the results of YouGov's latest MRP model, which finds the Peter ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-02-16/peter-dutton-anthony-albanese-election-polling/104941326

Quick Glance: Dutton Leads in Polls for Next Prime Minister
- A YouGov poll indicates the Coalition led by Peter Dutton is best positioned to form government if an election were held immediately.
- Estimates suggest the Coalition could win approximately 73 seats, while Labor is projected to secure around 66 seats.
- The poll highlights that the upcoming election will focus on cost of living issues and support for working-class voters.
- The political landscape remains fluid ahead of the May 17 election, with potential shifts in voter sentiment.
President Marcos slammed former president Rodrigo Duterte in his bailiwick, particularly for the latter's joke about killing senators to ensure his candidates' ... Show more
Marcos hits Duterte in his own backyard
Marcos hits Duterte in his own backyard
Boy, 14, stabbed to death as five attacked in Austria: Police say they had not yet determined a motive but were investigating the suspect's background.
news.sky.com/story/boy-14-dies-after-five-stabbed-in-austria-13310330

More than 25 people arrested in Lebanon after attack on UN convoy: More than 25 people have been arrested in Lebanon after a convoy carrying United Nations ...
france24.com/en/live-news/20250215-lebanon-president-vows-punishment-for-attackers-of-un-peacekeeper

Quick Glance: Nissan and Honda Halt Merger Discussions
- Nissan and Honda have ended talks on a merger that would have formed the world's third-largest automaker.
- The companies will focus on a strategic partnership to collaborate in the era of electric vehicles.
- Negotiations stalled after Honda proposed a change in the merger structure, leading to the decision to cease discussions.
- Nissan is facing financial challenges and must adapt to a rapidly evolving automotive industry shifting towards electric vehicles.
Elon Musk’s DOGE Shares Classified U.S. Intel With Entire World: Elon Musk’s minions posted classified data on their website for anyone to see.
newrepublic.com/post/191580/elon-musk-doge-classified-us-intel-data-website

Elon Musk's DOGE Website Being 'Hacked' Sparks Mockery: The homepage on Friday featured text stating: "This is a joke of a .gov site."
newsweek.com/doge-website-hacked-elon-musk-trump-2031707

Quick Glance: Fatal Stabbing in Austria: One Dead, Five Injured
- A 23-year-old man stabbed six passersby in Villach, Austria, resulting in the death of a 14-year-old and injuries to five others.
- The suspect, a Syrian national with legal residency in Austria, was detained while police investigate the background of the incident.
- Politicians expressed outrage over the attack and called for strict measures against asylum abuse and crime.
- Authorities plan to establish a mourning area in Villach's city center while investigations into potential accomplices continue.
Russia must withdraw its troops to February 2022 line, Zelenskyy says: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Russia must withdraw its troops ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/02/15/7498475/

Donald Trump defends JD Vance’s claims Europe is ‘losing its freedom of speech’: President Donald Trump has defended comments made by Vice President JD Vance ...
independent.co.uk/tv/news/jd-vance-trump-europe-migration-free-speech-b2698662.html

During a press conference with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, U.S. President Donald Trump had difficulty understanding questions from an English-speaking ... Show more

Judge extends block on Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing Treasury systems: A U.S. judge on Friday extended a temporary block on Elon Musk's government cost-cutting ...
reuters.com/legal/judge-extends-block-elon-musks-doge-accessing-treasury-systems-2025-02-14/

Quick Glance: Court Continues to Block Musk and DOGE's Treasury Access
- A federal judge in Manhattan has decided to maintain the block on individuals associated with Elon Musk from accessing Treasury Department records while considering a preliminary injunction.
- Judge Jeanette Vargas extended the temporary restraining order without ruling on a permanent injunction.
- The lawsuit from 19 state attorneys general claims that access to sensitive financial data poses significant cybersecurity risks.
- Concerns include the security of personal information and the potential for unlawful blocking of federal funds.
Knife attack in Herten: Two people seriously injured - | Perpetrator on the run: A knife attack took place in the North Rhine-Westphalian town of Herten on ...
focus.de/panorama/in-nrw-messerattacke-in-herten-zwei-menschen-schwer-verletzt_id_260725039.html

48-year-old fitness influencer and actor Sahil Khan marries 22-year-old Milena Aleksandra at Burj Khalifa
livemint.com/news/trends/fitness-influencer-and-style-actor-sahil-khan-marries-22-year-old-milena-aleksandra-at-burj-khalifa-11739618525957.html

A 2nd U.S. judge pauses Trump's order against gender-affirming care for trans youth
npr.org/2025/02/15/nx-s1-5298655/gender-affirming-care-trans-youth-judge-ruling

Quick Glance: Judge Blocks Trump's Order on Trans Youth Care
- A second federal judge has temporarily paused Trump's order halting federal support for gender-affirming care for transgender youth under 19.
- This temporary restraining order was granted by Judge Lauren King following lawsuits from the attorneys general of Washington, Oregon, and Minnesota.
- The ruling comes after another federal judge issued a similar blocking order and highlights ongoing legal challenges to Trump's policies.
- The lawsuit claims the order violates equal rights and states' rights, while the Trump administration disputes these allegations.
Torture, interrogation and lice infestation: Hostages reveal first details of captivity
jpost.com/israel-news/article-842265

Trump Vice President J.D. Vance meets AfD leader Alice Weidel at the Munich Security Conference
n-tv.de/politik/Trump-Vize-J-D-Vance-trifft-bei-Muenchner-Sicherheitskonferenz-AfD-Chefin-Alice-Weidel-article25564792.html

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Anyone Can Hack Elon Musk’s DOGE Website, Coders Say: A prank message is still up on the site.
thedailybeast.com/anyone-can-hack-elon-musks-doge-website-coders-say/

US manufacturing output falls in January on weak motor vehicle production: U.S. manufacturing production unexpectedly fell in January, weighed down by a sharp ...
reuters.com/markets/us/us-manufacturing-output-falls-january-weak-motor-vehicle-production-2025-02-14/

President Trump signed an executive order halting federal funding for schools that mandate the COVID-19 vaccine.

Quick Glance: Trump Cuts Funding for Schools with Vaccine Mandates
- Trump signed an executive order halting federal funds for schools that require Covid vaccinations for students.
- A White House aide stated that vaccination decisions should rest with parents.
- Trump announced plans to strip funding from schools enforcing vaccine and mask mandates.
- He also commented on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, indicating it depends on Netanyahu's actions.
After 498 days in Hamas captivity, Sagui, Sasha, and Iair are released—forced to take part in a staged farewell as Hamas terrorists display stolen IDF gear.

Canadian dollar notches second straight weekly gain on US tariff delays: The Canadian dollar edged up to a two-month high against its U.S. counterpart on Friday ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/canadian-dollar-notches-second-straight-weekly-gain-us-tariff-delays-2025-02-14/

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