Anniversary for Roman Josi 🥳 🏒 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.
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Country Singer Dumps Tesla After Due to Elon Musk Distaste
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.
Zelenskyy calls for 'European army' as EU leaders bristle at Trump's stance on Ukraine
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Zelenskyy calls for 'European army' as EU leaders bristle at ...
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 ...
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Kid Rock Touts 'Liberal, Gay or Black' Members in His 'Diverse' Band
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 ...
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Utah public unions banned from collective bargaining with the state
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 ...
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US cats euthanized after testing positive for bird flu linked to raw pet ...
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 ...
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How Popular Is Elon Musk's DOGE? Very, According to Focus Group
Israeli PM Netanyahu thanks US President Trump for 'full support' on Gaza
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Israeli PM Netanyahu thanks US President Trump for 'full ...
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
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Zelensky calls for ‘armed forces of Europe’ as EU leaders bristle at new ...
Pope Francis prescribed ‘complete rest’ following hospitalization for bronchitis: Pope Francis has been prescribed “complete rest” following his hospitalization ...
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Pope Francis prescribed ‘complete rest’ following hospitalization for ...
Australia to put two-year ban on foreigners buying existing homes amid housing crunch
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Australia to put two-year ban on foreigners buying existing homes amid ...
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 ...
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US goverment seeks to rehire recently fired nuclear workers
JPMorgan expects criticism over its DEI policy: JPMorgan Chase expects to face criticism on some of its business practices, including diversity ...
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JPMorgan expects criticism over its DEI policy
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
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U.S. Knocks Off Canada, 3-1, at 4 Nations Face-Off
White South Africans Gather In Support of Trump and His Claims That They Are Victims of Racism
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White South Africans Gather In Support of Trump and His Claims That They ...
New York Police Find Body Of Trans Man They Say Was Tortured For More Than A Month
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New York Police Find Body Of Trans Man They Say Was Tortured For More Than ...
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 ...
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Two days after attack on demonstration in Munich: child (2) and mother ...
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
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Broadcom, TSMC eye possible Intel deals to split storied chipmaker ...
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 ...
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US gives conditional nod to Zoetis' bird flu vaccine for poultry
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 ...
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Muhsin Hendricks, world’s ‘first openly gay imam’, shot dead in South ...
Attack on passers-by in southern Austria: What is known about the fatal knife attack in Villach
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Attack on passers-by in southern Austria: What is known about the fatal ...
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 ...
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Emma Watson Makes Rare Public Appearance
Protesters decry erasure of transgender references from Stonewall monument website
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Protesters decry erasure of transgender references from Stonewall monument ...
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
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 ...
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JD Vance breaks taboo by meeting with leader of Germany’s far-right party
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 ...
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Axios to use ‘Gulf of America’ in compliance with Trump administration
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
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US retailer lists RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT starting at $649 and $749 — March ...
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 ...
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Cut him some slack: Dutton says Trump relationship needs different ...
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
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 ...
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Trump suggests no laws are broken if he’s ‘saving his country’
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
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 ...
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Kanye West, Bianca Censori have no prenup amid conflicting 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.
Vale expects to raise Carajas iron ore output by 13% with billionaire investment
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Vale expects to raise Carajas iron ore output by 13% with billionaire ...
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
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Red dye 3 has been banned in America, what comes next?
TikTok and CapCut shoot right to the top of Apple’s App Store downloads as ByteDance returns to phones
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TikTok and CapCut shoot right to the top of Apple’s App Store downloads as ...
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 ...
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Accuser drops rape lawsuit against Jay-Z and Sean Diddy Combs
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.
Measles outbreak in undervaccinated Texas area doubles—again: The outbreak now spans four counties.
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Measles outbreak in undervaccinated Texas area doubles—again
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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Republicans move to impeach judges who blocked Trump
US retail sales plunged last month as consumers pulled back after busy holiday season
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US retail sales plunged last month as consumers pulled back after busy ...
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 ...
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Israeli couple attacked in Athens after they were heard speaking Hebrew
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 ...
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Knife attack in Austria: 23-year-old stabs passers-by - | Boy dies ...
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 ...
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Peter Dutton most likely to be next prime minister, according to YouGov ...
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.
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.
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Boy, 14, stabbed to death as five attacked in Austria
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 ...
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More than 25 people arrested in Lebanon after attack on UN convoy
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.
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Elon Musk’s DOGE Shares Classified U.S. Intel With Entire World
Elon Musk's DOGE Website Being 'Hacked' Sparks Mockery: The homepage on Friday featured text stating: "This is a joke of a .gov site."
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Elon Musk's DOGE Website Being 'Hacked' Sparks Mockery
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 ...
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Russia must withdraw its troops to February 2022 line, Zelenskyy says
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 ...
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Donald Trump defends JD Vance’s claims Europe is ‘losing its freedom of ...
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/
Judge extends block on Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing Treasury systems
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.
A 2nd U.S. judge pauses Trump's order against gender-affirming care for trans youth
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A 2nd U.S. judge pauses Trump's order against gender-affirming care for ...
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
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Torture, interrogation and lice infestation: Hostages reveal first details ...
Trump Vice President J.D. Vance meets AfD leader Alice Weidel at the Munich Security Conference
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Trump Vice President J.D. Vance meets AfD leader Alice Weidel at the ...
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Anyone Can Hack Elon Musk’s DOGE Website, Coders Say: A prank message is still up on the site.
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Anyone Can Hack Elon Musk’s 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 ...
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US manufacturing output falls in January on weak motor vehicle production
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 ...
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Canadian dollar notches second straight weekly gain on US tariff delays