The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Politico 2026-02-06 10:00:00+00:00
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Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundred… ... Read full article
Pandora switching to platinum from silver as prices surge
BBC News 2026-02-06 09:52:21.3702653
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The jeweller says it wants to reduce its exposure to silver after the price of the metal soars. ... Read full article
Explosion rocks mosque in Pakistan’s Islamabad
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 09:29:53
Author: Al Jazeera
This is a breaking news story. ... Read full article
BBC News quiz of the week: How did this boxer lose his hair during a fight?
BBC News 2026-02-06 09:22:18.1650641
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How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? ... Read full article
Senior Russian officer shot in Moscow in apparent assassination attempt
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 09:16:49
Author: Al Jazeera Staff
An unidentified individual has shot Lieutenant General Alekseyev before fleeing the scene, authorities say. ... Read full article
No suspects and a new reward: Family pleads for Nancy Guthrie’s return as search enters sixth day
CNN 2026-02-06 09:00:47
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“Today” anchor Savannah Guthrie is pleading for her 84-year-old mother’s safe return. Follow for live updates. ... Read full article
Settler violence stokes peak West Bank displacement since October 2023: UN
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 08:58:41
Author: Al Jazeera Staff
January’s data is particularly high after removal of an entire herding community in the Jordan Valley, OCHA says. ... Read full article
‘Magical atmosphere’: Kite fever lights up Lahore as Basant boosts economy
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 08:57:38
Author: Abid Hussain
Spring festival comeback injects millions of dollars into local economy as businesses cash in on Basant frenzy. ... Read full article
Mexico’s tariffs on India are a double whammy after US tariffs
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 08:44:53
Author: Gurvinder Singh
The steep hikes by Mexico have devastated several Indian industries already reeling under crushing US tariffs. ... Read full article
Russian deputy chief of military intelligence shot
MSNBC 2026-02-06 08:38:07
Author: Tim Collins
On Friday, a deputy chief of Russian military intelligence was shot, according to the Associated Press. ... Read full article
Russian general shot and hospitalized in Moscow, officials say
CNN 2026-02-06 08:25:54
Author: Anna Chernova, Lauren Kent
A Russian general was shot in Moscow and hospitalized, according to the country’s Investigative Committee. ... Read full article
A deputy chief of Russian military intelligence was shot and wounded in Moscow
Associated Press 2026-02-06 08:15:09
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A deputy chief of Russian military intelligence has been shot and wounded. Officials say Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev was attacked by an unidentified assailant in Moscow. The incident happened on Friday. Investigative Committee spokesperson Svetlana Petrenko s… ... Read full article
Russian general shot several times in Moscow
BBC News 2026-02-06 08:07:26.5403076
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Russian general shot several times in Moscow ... Read full article
Gruffalo Granny: Julia Donaldson reveals new character and title for third book
BBC News 2026-02-06 08:07:23.11929
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The upcoming edition of the popular children's picture book sees the introduction of Gruffalo Granny. ... Read full article
Everything to know about the 2026 T20 Cricket World Cup, how to watch
USA Today 2026-02-06 08:01:33+00:00
Author: Saman Shafiq
Twenty teams, including the United States, are set to participate in the International Cricket Council tournament from Feb. 7 to March 8. ... Read full article
Travel alert issued by civil rights groups for Florida tourists
USA Today 2026-02-06 07:14:21+00:00
Author: Michelle Spitzer
Groups like the ACLU warn Florida tourists their rights, liberty and physical security could be in danger. ... Read full article
Gold fluctuations baffle Lebanese jewellers, gold market
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 07:03:14
Author: Justin Salhani
Al Jazeera hit the streets of Beirut to talk to people who work with gold about the recent fluctuations. ... Read full article
‘Election matters’: Bangladesh vote reaches Britain, but some feel excluded
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 06:12:54
Author: Indlieb Farazi Saber
For the first time, Bangladeshis abroad can vote. That’s exciting many. But others can’t vote — or won’t. ... Read full article
Opinions from across America on today’s news
The Washington Post 2026-02-06 05:52:40.0869568Author: Opinions from across America, powered by the Washington Post ... Read full article
Wuthering Heights: Jacob Elordi 'practised Northern accent in the bath'
BBC News 2026-02-06 05:52:28.3843656
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The Australian actor is starring opposite Margot Robbie in new film, Wuthering Heights, set in Yorkshire. ... Read full article
Gloria Allred alleges male, sexual predators are being protected by the Epstein files while Jane Does are being revealed | CNN Politics
CNN 2026-02-06 05:47:58.795
Author: Noah Weiss
Laura Coates speaks with victims’ rights attorney Gloria Allred, who represents more than 20 Jeffrey Epstein survivors, about the latest release of Epstein files. Allred questions why alleged perpetrators remain unnamed while accusers are publicly identified,… ... Read full article
Former FBI cybersecurity expert explains how Nancy Guthrie could be found via Bitcoin and Email | CNN
CNN 2026-02-06 05:31:45.745
Author: Noah Weiss
Former FBI counterintelligence operative and cybersecurity expert Eric O’Neill joins Laura Coates to explain how a Bitcoin ransom demand could still be traced by law enforcement. ... Read full article
Schweizer: Defeating Weaponized Immigration ‘Battle Over the Future of Our Country’
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 05:13:11
Author: Jasmyn Jordan
During a special Founders Roundtable with the Breitbart Fight Club, Peter Schweizer addressed themes from his new book, "The Invisible Coup." ... Read full article
Schweizer: U.S. Must Close Mexican Consulates Stoking Anti-ICE Protests
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 05:11:48
Author: Jasmyn Jordan
Peter Schweizer said the United States should drastically cut back the number of Mexican consulates—by as much as 90 percent. ... Read full article
Elderly Palestinians determined to stay in Gaza despite terrible conditions
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 05:03:39
Author: Ola Al-Asi
Chronic displacement and trauma burden Gaza’s elderly, but they cling to their homeland as an act of defiance. ... Read full article
Trump says tariffs led to economic growth. The facts tell another story
Associated Press 2026-02-06 05:02:58
Author: Paul Wiseman, Christopher Rugaber
President Donald Trump claims his tariffs have revived the U.S. economy, calling it an “American economic miracle.” He argues that tariffs have boosted growth and reduced inflation. However, the facts tell a different story. The U.S. economy was already growi… ... Read full article
Epstein paid for novel genetic testing in apparent effort to explore extending life, new emails show
CNN 2026-02-06 05:01:47
Author: Sarah Owermohle
Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein paid for genetic testing in an apparent bid to harness his own genetic material for regenerative medicine – which is aimed at repairing the body by developing new tissues and organs as the old ones wear out – according t… ... Read full article
Savannah Guthrie wants proof that her mom is alive. That's complicated in this era of AI
Associated Press 2026-02-06 05:01:43
Author: Barbara Ortutay, Ed White
Savannah Guthrie made a heart-wrenching plea for “proof of life” of her 84-year-old mother. And in this digital age, the NBC “Today” co-anchor says she knows that voices and images can be manipulated. At least three news organizations have reported receiving … ... Read full article
In Minnesota immigration crackdown, attending school is act of faith
Associated Press 2026-02-06 05:01:16
Author: Bianca Vázquez Toness
For many immigrant families in Minnesota, sending a child to school each day requires faith that one of the thousands of federal immigration officers deployed around the state won’t detain them. Thousands of children are staying home, often for lack of door-t… ... Read full article
Trump is beset by hard dilemmas and no easy wins with Iran
CNN 2026-02-06 05:00:46
Author: Stephen Collinson
Amid a new Iran crisis, it’s getting harder to see how Trump emerges with the kind of crisp, easy win that he craves. ... Read full article
GOP Rep. Kiley: ICE Doesn't Need to Set Up Outside of Schools
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 04:58:26
Author: Ian Hanchett
On Thursday's broadcast of CNN International's "The Brief," Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) stated that he doesn't think ICE officers should be setting up in or | Clips ... Read full article
Trump’s ‘maximalist demands’ for Iran put talks in Oman on uncertain ground
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 04:55:50
Author: Joseph Stepansky
Analysts say Trump’s unclear strategy risks derailing US-Iran talks amid military posturing and protests across Iran. ... Read full article
Bitcoin is down 8% and Asian shares are mostly lower
Associated Press 2026-02-06 04:31:10
Author: Chan Ho-him
Asian shares are mostly lower after Wall Street extended losses driven by technology stocks. Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei 225 index gained 0.8% as tech shares in Japan bounced back. U.S. futures edged lower and bitcoin sank about 8% to roughly half its record pri… ... Read full article
Jeh Johnson: ICE Cooperation Spanberger Killed Is Generally Good, You Need Partnerships to Get Worst of the Worst
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 04:09:07
Author: Ian Hanchett
On Thursday's broadcast of MS NOW's "The Briefing," former DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson stated that 287(g) agreements, like the one ended in Virginia by Gov. | Clips ... Read full article
Federal officials warn of rising threat from common chemicals in domestic abuse cases
Fox News 2026-02-06 04:07:06.5105054Author: ... Read full article
US strikes another alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific
Associated Press 2026-02-06 04:05:31
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The U.S. military says it has carried out another deadly strike on a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean. U.S. Southern Command said Thursday on social media that the boat “was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in th… ... Read full article
US-Iran talks live: Critical negotiations set to begin in Oman
Al Jazeera English 2026-02-06 04:00:00
Author: Jillian Kestler-D'Amours
US and Iranian officials are holding talks in Muscat amid escalating tensions and a US military buildup in the Gulf. ... Read full article
Guardians' Emmanuel Clase accused of rigging pitches in dozens of games
Fox News 2026-02-06 03:52:24.2749616
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Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase faced accusations that he was rigging pitches in 48 games -- expanding the scope of what the feds initially believed. ... Read full article
JD Vance should have been sold by his mother for drugs, NYT columnist says
Fox News 2026-02-06 03:37:26.3387575
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New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie suggested Vice President JD Vance's mother was reasonable when attempting to sell him for drugs during his childhood. ... Read full article
Kamala Harris mocked after relaunch of campaign account as ‘Gen-Z led progressive content hub’
Fox News 2026-02-06 03:37:24.7766472
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Kamala Harris transformed her campaign account into the "Headquarters" progressive platform, sparking debate about her 2028 presidential election aspirations after her 2024 defeat. ... Read full article
Newspaper headlines: 'PM battles for survival' and Rayner 'ready to go'
BBC News 2026-02-06 03:07:23.8376706
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The political fallout from the Epstein files continues to dominate the papers. ... Read full article
Iran and US set for talks in Oman over nuclear program
Associated Press 2026-02-06 02:59:03
Author: Jon Gambrell
Iran and the United States are poised Friday to hold negotiations in Oman at least over Tehran’s nuclear program. The talks follow a chaotic week that initially saw plans for regional countries to take part in talks in Turkey. Previous rounds of meetings turn… ... Read full article
Ellison on Cooperating with Feds for Drawdowns: 'This Was Never About What Minnesota Was Doing'
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 02:54:47
Author: Ian Hanchett
On Thursday's broadcast of NPR's "Morning Edition," Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison (D) responded to Border Czar Tom Homan saying that drawdowns | Clips ... Read full article
Women's sports activists react as boxer Imane Khelif makes confession about biological sex
Fox News 2026-02-06 02:52:23.7765606
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Imane Khelif admitted to having the SRY gene found in biological males and taking hormone treatments to lower testosterone levels ahead of the 2024 Olympics. ... Read full article
Iran seizes oil tankers, threatens 'massacre' in Strait of Hormuz hours before US talks
Fox News 2026-02-06 02:37:21.65003
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Iran seized two oil tankers Thursday while former Iranian minister Ezzatollah Zarghami threatened to make the Strait of Hormuz a "massacre and hell" for U.S. forces. ... Read full article
Trump launches online prescription drug platform TrumpRx: What to know
The Hill 2026-02-06 02:04:39
Author: Joseph Choi
The Trump administration’s promised direct-to-consumer drug platform TrumpRx has officially gone live, with President Trump on Thursday calling it “one of the most transformative health care initiatives of all time.” The website TrumpRx.gov currently features… ... Read full article
Hillary Clinton Attacks James Comer Over Epstein Hearing: 'If You Want this Fight, Let's Have It -- In Public'
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 02:03:54
Author: Alana Mastrangelo
Hillary Clinton pushed for a public hearing after she and her husband agreed to testify in the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. ... Read full article
Malinowski wins Democratic nod for Sherrill seat in New Jersey
The Hill 2026-02-06 01:54:17
Author: Caroline Vakil
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski (D-N.J.) is projected to win the Democratic nomination for New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s (D) old seat in the House, according to Decision Desk HQ. Malinowski competed with 10 other Democrats for the nomination, including Essex C… ... Read full article
Families' debt 'nightmare' as thousands of retirement flats stand empty
BBC News 2026-02-06 01:52:26.5109903
Author: BBC News
Relatives face "never-ending nightmare" of service charge debts as thousands of retirement flats stand empty across England and Wales. ... Read full article
TMZ’s Harvey Levin reveals new details in Nancy Guthrie ransom: Note says ‘you will have no way of contacting me’ | CNN
CNN 2026-02-06 01:45:10.982
Author: Sydney Goodstone
Erin Burnett talks to Harvey Levin, the founder TMZ which received a ransom note for Nancy Guthrie, about the note’s demands and deadlines. ... Read full article
Trump Plans to Break China’s Stranglehold on Critical Minerals
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 01:37:38
Author: John Hayward
President Donald Trump on Monday announced a $12 billion initiative to increase America’s domestic supply of critical minerals. ... Read full article
MD Man Arrested with Charged Murder of Trump OMB Russell Vought
Breitbart News 2026-02-06 01:24:25
Author: Paul Bois
A Maryland Man has been charged with the attempted murder of the Trump-appointed Russell Vought, director of the OMB. ... Read full article
Statin pills much safer than advertised, major review finds
BBC News 2026-02-06 01:22:29.6189385
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The results, in The Lancet journal, come from trials involving more than 120,000 people comparing statins with a dummy drug or placebo. ... Read full article
Number of homeless refugees in England soars, BBC has found
BBC News 2026-02-06 01:22:27.2601513
Author: BBC News
Analysis of government data shows numbers increased from 3,560 in 2021/22 to 19,310 in 2024/25. ... Read full article
We had sex in a Chinese hotel, then found we had been broadcast to thousands
BBC News 2026-02-06 01:22:23.839129
Author: BBC News
A couple who stayed in Shenzhen discovered their intimate moments were filmed as spy-cam porn. ... Read full article
New Trump policy makes thousands of federal workers easier to fire
MSNBC 2026-02-06 00:42:39
Author: Emily Hung, Soorin Kim
Policy creates new employment category allowing administration to remove high-ranking career officials accused of not implementing the president’s agenda. ... Read full article
New Epstein documents reveal Woody Allen's White House visit
Associated Press 2026-02-06 00:37:26
Author: Hillel Italie
Woody Allen’s friendship with Jeffrey Epstein has been known for years, but emails in the huge trove of records released by the Justice Department illustrate that relationship in new depth. The filmmaker, his wife and Epstein were neighbors in New York City. … ... Read full article
Guthrie family posts another video pleading for mother’s return | CNN
CNN 2026-02-06 00:34:19.78
Author: Erin Burnett
Camron Guthrie, the son of Nancy Guthrie, issued another plea for the return of their mother on his sister’s Instagram account. The video was released at 5:00 p.m. local time, which was the first deadline given in the ransom note sent to media outlets, FBI Sp… ... Read full article
School officials say missing Minneapolis girl seen in ICE detention in Texas
The Washington Post 2026-02-06 00:20:20
Author: Daniel Wu
Children detained by ICE in Minneapolis and taken to Texas spotted a classmate in the cafeteria of the detention center. ... Read full article
It’s already too late to change the voting rules for November
MSNBC 2026-02-06 00:00:04
Author: Ryan Teague Beckwith
Election administrators are already hard at work getting things set up. ... Read full article
Raskin: SAVE Act Likely Violation of 19th Amendment, Women's Right to Vote
Breitbart News 2026-02-05 23:45:53
Author: Pam Key
Thursday on CNN's "The Arena," Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) said the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, if passed, would likely violate the 19th Amendment to the Constitution. | Clips ... Read full article
NBA trade deadline winners, losers: Fallout as Giannis Antetokounmpo stays put
USA Today 2026-02-05 23:34:49+00:00
Author: Lorenzo Reyes
The winners and losers of the 2026 NBA trade deadline, which was largely defined by Giannis Antetokounmpo staying with the Milwaukee Bucks. ... Read full article
Florida suffers legal setback in its shaky gerrymandering push
MSNBC 2026-02-05 22:43:52
Author: Ja'han Jones
A court blocked an avenue Florida Republicans could have used as they try to draw more GOP-friendly districts ahead of the midterm elections. ... Read full article
NFL Honors 2026: Live updates, results on MVP and more award winners
USA Today 2026-02-05 22:42:43+00:00
Author: Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz
The annual NFL Honors ceremony will recognize the league's brightest stars ahead of Super Bowl 60. Stay here for full results on all the awards. ... Read full article
U.S., Russia to resume high-level military talks
The Washington Post 2026-02-05 22:26:50
Author: Tara Copp, Natalia Abbakumova
A U.S. official called the deal a by-product of ongoing efforts to end the Ukraine war. It came as a key nuclear treaty between Washington and Moscow expired. ... Read full article
Karoline Leavitt says Trump prefers not to watch Bad Bunny at Super Bowl halftime show
Fox News 2026-02-05 22:07:19.1509978
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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed President Donald Trump would choose Kid Rock's "All-American" halftime show over Bad Bunny's official Super Bowl performance. ... Read full article
Kushner and Witkoff to lead U.S.-Iran talks in Oman
MSNBC 2026-02-05 21:58:08
Author: Erum Salam, Ian Sherwood
The meeting evidently won’t involve the regime’s ballistic missile program, one of its chief tools in regional conflicts. ... Read full article
Republican senator suggests Billie Eilish should forfeit her Grammy over ICE remarks
The Hill 2026-02-05 21:57:16
Author: Sarah Davis
GOP Sen. Eric Schmitt (Mo.) said Billie Eilish should give up her Grammy Award after the singer denounced Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during her acceptance speech Sunday. “I think Billie Eilish ought to give the Grammy back and probably her man… ... Read full article
5 takeaways on the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother
The Hill 2026-02-05 21:56:24
Author: Sarah Fortinsky
Law enforcement provided new details Thursday on the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie who went missing from her home this weekend in what officials believe to be an abduction. At a lengthy press confe… ... Read full article
Slotkin declines DOJ interview request in ‘illegal orders’ video case
The Washington Post 2026-02-05 21:46:08
Author: Mariana Alfaro
Sen. Elissa Slotkin and other Democratic lawmakers filed a video last year reminding troops that they can ignore illegal orders. ... Read full article
Budget airline floods US with new routes in aggressive move on low fares as consumers cautioned
Fox News 2026-02-05 21:37:18.7483539
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Breeze Airways expands with new routes from Raleigh-Durham, Hartford, Columbus and other cities as personal finance report urges consumer caution about extra fees. ... Read full article
Investigators detail new timeline in Nancy Guthrie’s late-night disappearance. Here’s how the evening unfolded
CNN 2026-02-05 21:20:29
Author: Elizabeth Wolfe
As Nancy Guthrie’s family desperately pleads for her safe return, investigators announced Thursday they believe she is still alive – though they have no idea who may have taken her against her will from her home. ... Read full article
Nearly 40% of cancers can be prevented with 3 lifestyle changes, study finds
Fox News 2026-02-05 21:07:24.0729481
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Nearly half of all cancers could be prevented by eliminating three major risk factors, including tobacco, infections and alcohol, new research reveals. ... Read full article
Bill Gates faces fresh scrutiny for Epstein ties following Justice Department’s document release
CNN 2026-02-05 21:00:46
Author: Andrew Kaczynski
The newly-released tranche of files related to Jeffrey Epstein have cast a fresh shadow over billionaire Bill Gates’ ties to the convicted sex offender, revealing a series of graphic, unverified allegations as well as a degree of philanthropic coordination be… ... Read full article
Trump’s shadow hangs over the Winter Olympics
Politico 2026-02-05 21:00:00+00:00
Author: Gregory Svirnovskiy
Beating the Americans will feel even sweeter for the U.S.' top allies. ... Read full article
Bill Gates STI, 'tryst' charges came during dispute Epstein mediated
USA Today 2026-02-05 20:26:32+00:00
Author: Erin Mansfield, Eduardo Cuevas
Newly released emails show Bill Gates authorized Jeffrey Epstein to mediate a dispute between the Microsoft co-founder and an adviser. ... Read full article
Kamala Harris gives campaign accounts new life in fight against Trump
MSNBC 2026-02-05 20:16:41
Author: Akayla Gardner
The former VP is partnering with People For the American Way to repurpose her dormant TikTok and X accounts, which retain millions of followers from the 2024 race. ... Read full article
Giving immigration courts the judges they need is a win-win
The Washington Post 2026-02-05 19:53:10
Author: Editorial Board
A backlog of 3.4 million cases is inhumane and economically short-sighted. ... Read full article
As Clintons prepare to answer questions about Epstein, Trump balks
MSNBC 2026-02-05 19:01:39
Author: Steve Benen
Republican Rep. James Comer opened a door that has long been closed. His party might come to regret the decision. ... Read full article
Rio Tinto and Glencore Are Both Losers
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 19:00:39+00:00
Author: Javier Blas
When a big M&A deal fails, it often ends up with one side viewed as damaged goods. The stock market was quick to give its verdict on Thursday after Rio Tinto Plc and Glencore Plc abandoned talks to create the world’s largest mining company. Rio shares fell 2.… ... Read full article
Late-night hosts take on Melania Trump's documentary. See their jokes
USA Today 2026-02-05 18:48:52+00:00
Author: Kinsey Crowley
Melania Trump's documentary got dragged by late-night hosts this week. Who played the first lady on Colbert? Why did Jimmy Kimmel allege rigging? ... Read full article
Bad Bunny says don't learn Spanish, just learn to dance ahead of Super Bowl halftime show
USA Today 2026-02-05 18:48:23+00:00
Author: Bryan West
Bad Bunny reveals how he's preparing for the Super Bowl halftime show performance at Apple Music's Feb. 5 press conference. ... Read full article
Trump told a female reporter to smile. Why women aren't happy about it
USA Today 2026-02-05 18:38:19+00:00
Author: Jessica Guynn
Women, who have had to grin and bear it at work, are sounding off after President Trump chided CNN’s Kaitlan Collins for “not smiling.” ... Read full article
'Stop the games': Hillary Clinton demands public hearing in Epstein probe
USA Today 2026-02-05 18:38:04+00:00
Author: Terry Collins
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is calling for a public hearing in the House probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. ... Read full article
Super Bowl halftime has divided viewers before – in a different way
USA Today 2026-02-05 18:24:56+00:00
Author: Kyle Morel, Kate Perez
People tuning in to Super Bowl LX will have a choice of halftime shows to watch, but other alternate options have been offered in the past. ... Read full article
Chairman of law firm Paul Weiss resigns after release of Epstein emails
Associated Press 2026-02-05 18:05:50
Author: Meg Kinnard
The chairman of prestigious law firm Paul Weiss has resigned from that position after emails revealed his exchanges with Jeffrey Epstein. Brad Karp will remain at the firm where he's practiced for 40 years and has served as chairman since 2008. He said in a s… ... Read full article
Trump finalizes rule making it easier to fire 50,000 federal workers
The Hill 2026-02-05 17:14:22
Author: Rebecca Beitsch
The Trump administration on Thursday finalized a rule that gives it the power to more easily fire an estimated 50,000 federal workers who focus on policy, striking many civil service safeguards while also gutting their whistleblower protections. The rule, dub… ... Read full article
Macro Hedge Funds Surged in Volatile January as Haidar Rose 19%
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 16:12:57+00:00
Author: Nishant Kumar, Hema Parmar
Macro hedge funds had a strong start to the year, while multistrategy giants produced steady returns last month amid soaring volatility, setting the industry up to capitalize on improving investor interest. ... Read full article
12 candidates vie for Democratic nomination in N.J. special congressional primary
MSNBC 2026-02-05 15:58:31
Author: Ebony Davis
The election Thursday in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District will name the Democratic nominee for the seat vacated by by Gov. Mikie Sherill. ... Read full article
US Stocks Extend Slump as Tech Rout Rolls On For Third Session
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:58:34+00:00
Author: Joel Leon
US stocks continued to slide on Thursday as technology shares fell and private jobs data revived worries of an economic slowdown. ... Read full article
Emperor Entertainment Reaps Windfall From Sellling Gold Hoard
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:57:23+00:00
Author: Foster Wong
Emperor Entertainment Hotel Ltd. found a more profitable use for gold bricks than decorating the sumptuous lobby of its Macau property. ... Read full article
Zimbabwe Seeks Partners to Develop $500 Million Platinum Mine
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:54:20+00:00
Author: Godfrey Marawanyika
Zimbabwe’s state-owned Mutapa Platinum Group said it has approached other miners to help it develop a $500 million mine in the country. ... Read full article
ECB’s Lagarde to Send EU Leaders Checklist on Strengthening Bloc
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:49:06+00:00
Author: Alessandra Migliaccio, Daniel Hornak
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde vowed to ensure EU heads of government consider a whole list of measures to strengthen the bloc’s long-term resilience before their upcoming summit. ... Read full article
Goldman Readies $3.75 Billion Debt Offering for DuPont Unit Deal
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:45:02+00:00
Author: Aaron Weinman, Gowri Gurumurthy
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is readying a revised $3.75 billion financing — now likely to include a junk bond offering — to support chemical maker Arclin Inc.’s acquisition of DuPont de Nemours Inc.’s Aramids business. ... Read full article
Trump goes after ‘moron’ Massie at National Prayer Breakfast
The Hill 2026-02-05 14:44:27
Author: Julia Manchester
President Trump referred to Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) as a “moron” at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington on Thursday. “He’s an automatic no. No matter what,” Trump said, referencing Massie’s opposition to past legislation pushed by the president and… ... Read full article
Cape Town Will Slap Tax Hike on Airbnb Owners
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:30:09+00:00
Author: Prinesha Naidoo, Antony Sguazzin
Cape Town plans to more than double municipal rates on homes that are rented out for short durations, including those listed on Airbnb Inc. and Booking.com, as a boom in private tourist accommodation drives up prices and stokes resentment among locals. ... Read full article
Democratic senator raises eyebrows with two-sentence letter to CIA director
MSNBC 2026-02-05 14:27:28
Author: Steve Benen
Correspondence between senators and intelligence agencies is routine and generally unremarkable. There are, however, exceptions. ... Read full article
Gemini to Shutter UK, EU, Australia Customer Accounts
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:24:36+00:00
Author: Emily Nicolle
Crypto exchange Gemini Space Station Inc. said it plans to cut up to 25% of its workforce and wind down operations in the UK, European Union and Australia, citing a strategy to reduce costs and improve profitability. ... Read full article
Another Cold Blast to Grip US Northeast, Testing Power Demand
Bloomberg 2026-02-05 14:09:45+00:00
Author: Brian K Sullivan, Naureen S Malik
The US Northeast, including New York City, will get a brief touch of snow this weekend before a frigid blast of arctic air pushes through the region, leaving winter-weary residents shivering and putting additional stress on power grids and energy prices. ... Read full article
Shutting down the Kennedy Center is even more serious than it looks
MSNBC 2026-02-05 13:03:20
Author: Symone D. Sanders Townsend
Amid the revelations of the Epstein files and the ICE immigration crackdown, Trump's Kennedy Center renovations might seem minor. They're not. ... Read full article
