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Four Britons died within months after Cape Verde stomach bugs - lawyers

BBC News 2026-02-01 18:52:25.7112434


                            Four Britons died within months after Cape Verde stomach bugs - lawyers Author: BBC News
A law firm says it is representing the families of six people who holidayed in Cape Verde. ... Read full article

Despite Catholic mission, Notre Dame appoints pro-abortion professor to lead Asian studies institute

Fox News 2026-02-01 18:52:23.4461816


                            Despite Catholic mission, Notre Dame appoints pro-abortion professor to lead Asian studies institute Author:
Notre Dame faced scrutiny after appointing pro-abortion professor Susan Ostermann to lead its Liu Institute, sparking debate over the school's Catholic values. ... Read full article

Ali Larter’s rise from shock ‘Varsity Blues’ whipped cream bikini moment to ‘Landman’ leading lady

Fox News 2026-02-01 18:37:22.3830601


                            Ali Larter’s rise from shock ‘Varsity Blues’ whipped cream bikini moment to ‘Landman’ leading lady Author:
From "Varsity Blues" to "Heroes" to "Landman" – Ali Larter's evolution from teen model to acclaimed actress spans decades of memorable iconic roles. ... Read full article

Leavitt accuses Sen Tillis of holding US economy 'hostage’ over Fed nomination dispute

Fox News 2026-02-01 18:22:21.525133


                            Leavitt accuses Sen Tillis of holding US economy 'hostage’ over Fed nomination dispute Author:
Trump's Kevin Warsh Fed chair pick faces Senate opposition over ongoing investigation into current chair's alleged misleading testimony to Congress. ... Read full article

Deputy attorney general signals no new Epstein charges, defends Gabbard role in Georgia election search

CNN 2026-02-01 18:10:50


                            Deputy attorney general signals no new Epstein charges, defends Gabbard role in Georgia election search Author: Alejandra Jaramillo
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department’s actions on multiple fronts Sunday, signaling that no new charges will be brought in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, downplaying Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s involve… ... Read full article

Man travels 14,000 miles to share a final beer with dying longtime friend

Fox News 2026-02-01 18:07:26.5703566


                            Man travels 14,000 miles to share a final beer with dying longtime friend Author:
Man travels 14,000 miles in one day to say goodbye to friend with terminal cancer, sharing beers and precious memories after 40 years of friendship. ... Read full article

Starmer calls on ex-Prince Andrew to testify before Congress after latest Epstein release

Fox News 2026-02-01 18:07:23.6648286


                            Starmer calls on ex-Prince Andrew to testify before Congress after latest Epstein release Author:
UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer called for the former Prince Andrew to testify to Congress after the latest Epstein files release on Sunday. ... Read full article

Russian drone attack on bus in Ukraine kills at least 12

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 18:01:21


                            Russian drone attack on bus in Ukraine kills at least 12 Author: Al Jazeera
Russian drone strike kills 12 mine workers in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, injuring seven others. ... Read full article

Speaker Johnson: 'Confident' Shutdown Will End by Tuesday

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 17:53:44


                            Speaker Johnson: 'Confident' Shutdown Will End by Tuesday Author: Pam Key
On Sunday's "Meet the Press," Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) said he was "confident" the government would reopen Tuesday. | Clips ... Read full article

Israel orders eviction of Bedouins as settlers target West Bank schools

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 17:52:49


                            Israel orders eviction of Bedouins as settlers target West Bank schools Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Israeli forces order the expulsion of 40 Bedouins near Ramallah as settlers attack schools and homes in other locations. ... Read full article

House speaker ‘confident’ partial shutdown will end by Tuesday

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 17:52:28.6804796

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'Melania' buried with low critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, scores 99% with verified audience

Fox News 2026-02-01 17:52:24.197221


                            'Melania' buried with low critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, scores 99% with verified audience Author:
First lady Melania Trump's documentary "Melania" received a 11% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes despite scoring 99% with the site's "verified audience." ... Read full article

Missing girl Inaayah Makda's parents describe 'unbearable fear'

BBC News 2026-02-01 17:52:23.4786519


                            Missing girl Inaayah Makda's parents describe 'unbearable fear' Author: BBC News
Tasneem and Zubair Makda say they are "forever changed" since their daughter was swept away by a wave. ... Read full article

Senate Republicans push for House GOP rebellion against funding package, voter ID legislation

Fox News 2026-02-01 17:52:17.8993353


                            Senate Republicans push for House GOP rebellion against funding package, voter ID legislation Author:
Sens. Rick Scott, R-Fla., and Mike Lee's, R-Utah, demands for DHS funding and SAVE America Act could extend government shutdown by forcing package back to Senate for potential rejection. ... Read full article

Harry Styles and Anthony Joshua among UK's top tax payers

BBC News 2026-02-01 17:37:18.5092319


                            Harry Styles and Anthony Joshua among UK's top tax payers Author: BBC News
The former One Direction member-turned-solo artist appears on the Sunday Times list for the first time. ... Read full article

DOJ’s misconduct complaint dismissed against judge in Alien Enemies Act case

MSNBC 2026-02-01 17:28:28


                            DOJ’s misconduct complaint dismissed against judge in Alien Enemies Act case Author: Erum Salam
The Justice Dept. accused Judge James Boasberg of making prejudicial comments about Trump, but a judge for the Sixth Circuit said such comments are normal. ... Read full article

Johnson says no quick House vote to end partial government shutdown

Associated Press 2026-02-01 17:24:30


                            Johnson says no quick House vote to end partial government shutdown Author: Lisa Mascaro
House Speaker Mike Johnson says it'll be a few days before a government funding package comes up for a vote in the House. That all but ensures the partial federal shutdown will drag into the week. Democrats are demanding changes to rein in the Trump administr… ... Read full article

Hundreds of Protesters, Student Walkouts Occupy Downtown San Antonio to Demand Abolishing ICE

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 17:22:58


                            Hundreds of Protesters, Student Walkouts Occupy Downtown San Antonio to Demand Abolishing ICE Author: Randy Clark
Several hundred protesters — joined by waves of high school students who walked out of class — converged on San Antonio’s Travis Park Friday for the “National Shutdown” demonstration, unleashing a barrage of attacks on ICE, the Border Patrol, President Trump,… ... Read full article

High takeout prices make feeding family of 9 impossible as mom shocks kids with affordable meals

Fox News 2026-02-01 17:22:18.5881105


                            High takeout prices make feeding family of 9 impossible as mom shocks kids with affordable meals Author:
A New York mom of seven turns family dinners into viral TikTok success with "7kidskitchen," sharing realistic budget meals and honest parenting moments amid today's high prices. ... Read full article

'SNL' taps Connor Storrie of 'Heated Rivalry' as next host

USA Today 2026-02-01 17:11:16+00:00


                            'SNL' taps Connor Storrie of 'Heated Rivalry' as next host Author: Kelly Lawler
Connor Storrie, one of the breakout stars of HBO Max's queer hockey romance "Heated Rivalry," will host the Feb. 28 episode of "Saturday Night Live." ... Read full article

Trump tries humor, gets some silence, at black-tie dinner with ‘people I hate’

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 17:02:55


                            Trump tries humor, gets some silence, at black-tie dinner with ‘people I hate’ Author: Matt Viser
In a frenetic presidency marked by jarring contrasts, he added another Saturday night: suiting up in black-tie regalia amid mass immigration protests and telling jokes about invading Greenland. ... Read full article

Israel says it will ban MSF from operating in Gaza

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 17:00:58


                            Israel says it will ban MSF from operating in Gaza Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Medical charity has been barred for not providing Israeli authorities with personal details of its staff in enclave. ... Read full article

'Melania' opens with strong ticket sales for a documentary

Associated Press 2026-02-01 17:00:06


                            'Melania' opens with strong ticket sales for a documentary Author: Jake Coyle
Promoted by President Donald Trump as “a must watch,” the Melania Trump documentary “Melania” debuted with a better-than-expected $7 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday. The release of “Melania” was unlike any seen before. Amazon MGM… ... Read full article

Greenland finds ‘hope’ despite US testing ‘red lines’ in talks

The Hill 2026-02-01 17:00:00


                            Greenland finds ‘hope’ despite US testing ‘red lines’ in talks Author: Laura Kelly
U.S. and European officials are returning to diplomatic niceties after President Trump threatened to blow up the transatlantic alliance with his demands to take control of Greenland by any means necessary.  Officials from the U.S., Denmark and Greenland expre… ... Read full article

150 million people in US under cold weather advisories as wind chills drop

Associated Press 2026-02-01 16:58:19


                            150 million people in US under cold weather advisories as wind chills drop Author: Adrian Sainz
A huge swath of the U.S. from the Gulf Coast into New England is mired in extra-cold temperatures after a bomb cyclone brought heavy snow. There were hundreds of flight cancellations to North Carolina, snow flurries and falling iguanas in Florida, and more mi… ... Read full article

Grammy Awards 2026: Who will win and how to watch

BBC News 2026-02-01 16:52:21.5713807


                            Grammy Awards 2026: Who will win and how to watch Author: BBC News
Who's performing, who will win, and everything else you need to know about the 2026 Grammy ceremony. ... Read full article

Venezuela rights activist freed from jail amid prisoner release

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 16:43:00


                            Venezuela rights activist freed from jail amid prisoner release Author: Al Jazeera
Javier Tarazona freed after four years in prison on ‘terrorism’ and conspiracy charges. ... Read full article

Bruce Springsteen Performs His Anti-ICE Song at Minneapolis Show: ‘Sometimes You Have to Kick Them in the Teeth’

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 16:42:33


                            Bruce Springsteen Performs His Anti-ICE Song at Minneapolis Show: ‘Sometimes You Have to Kick Them in the Teeth’ Author: Warner Todd Huston
Bruce Springsteen hit the stage at Rage Against the Machine frontman Tom Morello's concert in Minneapolis to perform his new anti-ICE song. ... Read full article

Federal judge denies Minnesota motion to end immigration surge - Breitbart

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 16:37:18.5555193


                            Federal judge denies Minnesota motion to end immigration surge - Breitbart Author: UPI
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul lost their bid to have a federal court order the Department of Homeland Security to ... Read full article

Democrat Temporarily Flips Deep‑Red Texas Senate District Trump Won in Low‑Turnout Special Election

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 16:34:33


                            Democrat Temporarily Flips Deep‑Red Texas Senate District Trump Won in Low‑Turnout Special Election Author: Bob Price
A Democrat scored a rare win in one of Texas’s reddest legislative seats on Saturday, capturing a state Senate district that Donald Trump carried by double digits as Republicans struggled to turn out voters in a low‑participation special election. The Democra… ... Read full article

LA Olympics chief Wasserman issues Maxwell apology, but denies Epstein ties

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 16:33:41


                            LA Olympics chief Wasserman issues Maxwell apology, but denies Epstein ties Author: Al Jazeera
Files published by the US Justice Department included flirtatious emails between Casey Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell. ... Read full article

5-year-old and dad return to Minnesota from Texas detention facility

Associated Press 2026-02-01 16:20:55


                            5-year-old and dad return to Minnesota from Texas detention facility Author: The Associated Press
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his dad have returned to Minnesota after being released by ICE, Texas lawmaker says. The two were detained in a Minneapolis suburb on Jan. 20. Images of the young boy wearing a bunny hat and Spider-Man backpack surrounded b… ... Read full article

Democrats post early fundraising edge in marquee 2026 Senate races

Politico 2026-02-01 16:08:42+00:00

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Competitive primaries in a few key states have helped Republicans maintain a cash advantage, according to new filings submitted to the Federal Election Commission. ... Read full article

Melania Trump documentary shocks at the box office

USA Today 2026-02-01 16:04:27+00:00


                            Melania Trump documentary shocks at the box office Author: Brian Truitt
Critics hated it, but director Brett Ratner's first lady documentary "Melania" Trump outperformed box-office expectations with a $7 million opening. ... Read full article

Why we crave intimacy

CNN 2026-02-01 16:00:46


                            Why we crave intimacy Author:
That feeling of being known by someone, without saying a word? That’s intimacy, and a new book from Dr. Justin Garcia says it’s oxygen for your relationships. ... Read full article

Exclusive: ‘Melania’ Director Brett Ratner Gives First Lady ‘All the Credit’ for Documentary’s Opening Weekend Success

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 15:51:24


                            Exclusive: ‘Melania’ Director Brett Ratner Gives First Lady ‘All the Credit’ for Documentary’s Opening Weekend Success Author: Nick Gilbertson
"Melania" documentary film director Brett Ratner told Breitbart News in an exclusive interview that First Lady Melania Trump deserves "all the credit" for the picture's historic opening weekend success. ... Read full article

Amazon touts ‘Melania’ box office success, though film well short of turning a profit

CNN 2026-02-01 15:50:53


                            Amazon touts ‘Melania’ box office success, though film well short of turning a profit Author: Brian Stelter
By financial standards, the film is not a winner, at least not yet. The company that financed it, Amazon MGM Studios, still has a long way to go to break even. ... Read full article

New SNAP work requirements take effect in more states under Trump-backed law

Fox News 2026-02-01 15:50:19


                            New SNAP work requirements take effect in more states under Trump-backed law Author: Bradford Betz
New SNAP work requirements are taking effect in additional states, expanding eligibility rules and reshaping benefits under a Trump-backed law. ... Read full article

Blanche says DOJ unable to investigate tips about Trump’s involvement with Epstein

The Hill 2026-02-01 15:45:31


                            Blanche says DOJ unable to investigate tips about Trump’s involvement with Epstein Author: Max Rego
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday that federal investigators are unable to investigate various tips the FBI received about President Trump’s alleged involvement with Jeffrey Epstein. Blanche told host Dana Bash on CNN’s “State of the Union” tha… ... Read full article

Analysis | Why a Minnesota child’s family doesn’t want ICE to deport her murderer

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 15:44:34.37


                            Analysis | Why a Minnesota child’s family doesn’t want ICE to deport her murderer Author: Karen Tumulty
Demands that state and local authorities turn over “the worst of the worst” could set a killer free, a family worries. ... Read full article

Deputy AG Blanche: ‘I don’t know why’ Tulsi Gabbard was at FBI search of Georgia election office | CNN Politics

CNN 2026-02-01 15:38:57.8


                            Deputy AG Blanche: ‘I don’t know why’ Tulsi Gabbard was at FBI search of Georgia election office | CNN Politics Author: Dana Bash
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche discusses the FBI raid at a Fulton County election office and the presence of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. ... Read full article

State's rare freeze gives residents and visitors green light to collect stunned invasive iguanas

Fox News 2026-02-01 15:37:31.367324


                            State's rare freeze gives residents and visitors green light to collect stunned invasive iguanas Author:
Cold-stunned iguanas falling from trees during Florida's extreme freeze can now be collected permit-free and brought to wildlife offices for removal. ... Read full article

Democrat flips Texas Senate seat, will represent district Trump previously won

USA Today 2026-02-01 15:36:08+00:00


                            Democrat flips Texas Senate seat, will represent district Trump previously won Author: Kate Perez
Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a special election, flipping a district that Trump had won by 17 percentage points in 2024. ... Read full article

Video: Don Lemon Receives Standing Ovation at Pre-Grammy Gala Following His Arrest for Storming Minnesota Church

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 15:16:17


                            Video: Don Lemon Receives Standing Ovation at Pre-Grammy Gala Following His Arrest for Storming Minnesota Church Author: Breitbart News
The music world lost a giant when heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne died last summer. So, what better way to kick off the famed Clive Davis pre-Grammys gala Saturday night than with a tribute to the prince of darkness? ... Read full article

Raskin: This Is a 'Cover-Up,' 3 Million Epstein Files Released 'Close to Nothing'

Breitbart News 2026-02-01 15:15:08


                            Raskin: This Is a 'Cover-Up,' 3 Million Epstein Files Released 'Close to Nothing' Author: Pam Key
Sunday on CNN's "State of the Union," Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) said the 3 million documents of the Epstein files that have been released were "close to nothing." | Clips ... Read full article

Michigan’s 3-car pileup of a primary has Senate Democrats worried

Politico 2026-02-01 15:00:00+00:00


                            Michigan’s 3-car pileup of a primary has Senate Democrats worried Author: Adam Wren
The race is a crucial test for what the next generation of Democrats will look like — and whether they can prevail in a must-win race for their Senate chances. ... Read full article

Pakistan to boycott T20 World Cup match against India on February 15

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 14:57:45


                            Pakistan to boycott T20 World Cup match against India on February 15 Author: Hafsa Adil
This is a breaking news story, more details to follow. ... Read full article

Government shutdown poised to last to at least Tuesday as Democrats resist fast-tracking

The Hill 2026-02-01 14:43:04


                            Government shutdown poised to last to at least Tuesday as Democrats resist fast-tracking Author: Emily Brooks
The partial government shutdown is poised to last through at least Tuesday as House Democrats decline to commit to providing the votes needed to fast-track approval of a funding package to reopen the government. The House Rules Committee is scheduled to meet … ... Read full article

Khartoum airport receives first scheduled flight since start of Sudan war

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 14:27:09


                            Khartoum airport receives first scheduled flight since start of Sudan war Author: Al Jazeera
Celebrations as flight carries dozens of passengers from Port Sudan to Sudanese capital. ... Read full article

Live updates: House tasked with ending partial shutdown as ICE fight looms

The Hill 2026-02-01 13:57:12


                            Live updates: House tasked with ending partial shutdown as ICE fight looms Author: The Hill Staff
Another government shutdown began over the weekend, as pressure shifts to the House to get a partial funding measure across the finish line. The House will return to Washington on Monday, when GOP leadership will face an uphill battle to reopen the government… ... Read full article

Democrat Taylor Rehmet flips red Texas Senate district in major upset

MSNBC 2026-02-01 13:44:38


                            Democrat Taylor Rehmet flips red Texas Senate district in major upset Author: Kathleen Creedon
The union leader bested his opponent in the special election, despite President Donald Trump’s last-ditch efforts to drum up support for the Republican candidate. ... Read full article

We asked retired astronauts about their favorite space movies, and this is what they shared with us

CNN 2026-02-01 13:00:55


                            We asked retired astronauts about their favorite space movies, and this is what they shared with us Author: Lily Hautau
Ahead of the launch of Artemis II, the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years, astronauts share the movies that capture the danger, teamwork, and wonder of spaceflight. Their picks offer cinematic glimpses into the real challenges and triumphs… ... Read full article

Drugs policy approach needs to change, Zack Polanski says

BBC News 2026-02-01 12:37:29.1501929


                            Drugs policy approach needs to change, Zack Polanski says Author: BBC News
The Green Party leader of England and Wales says there needs to be a "public health approach" as he reiterates his backing for the legalisation of drugs. ... Read full article

Melania director Brett Ratner pictured cuddling woman in Epstein files

BBC News 2026-02-01 12:37:28.2129219


                            Melania director Brett Ratner pictured cuddling woman in Epstein files Author: BBC News
The images of Ratner with Epstein and unidentified women were released the same day as his documentary about the US first lady. ... Read full article

Jeffrey Epstein sent $75,000 to Lord Mandelson linked accounts, documents appear to show

BBC News 2026-02-01 12:37:23.5398276


                            Jeffrey Epstein sent $75,000 to Lord Mandelson linked accounts, documents appear to show Author: BBC News
Lord Mandelson says he has no record or recollection of receiving the sums and does not know if the documents are authentic. ... Read full article

Khamenei warns US of ‘regional war’ if Iran is attacked

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 12:17:02


                            Khamenei warns US of ‘regional war’ if Iran is attacked Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Iran’s supreme leader accuses the US of aiming to seize his country’s oil and natural gas resources. ... Read full article

David Foster Wallace, my fateful correspondent

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 12:00:00


                            David Foster Wallace, my fateful correspondent Author: Nora Krug
On the 30th anniversary of “Infinite Jest,” a former assistant to his editor looks back on a complicated mind and relationship. ... Read full article

Russian drone strike in Dnipro kills 15 mineworkers on bus

Associated Press 2026-02-01 11:49:02


                            Russian drone strike in Dnipro kills 15 mineworkers on bus Author: Volodymyr Yurchuk
A Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro has killed 15 people, according to Ukrainian emergency services. The strike hit a bus carrying mineworkers and injured seven more. DTEK, Ukraine’s largest private energy company, accused Russia of a terro… ... Read full article

What time are the 2026 Grammys? See time, schedule, how to watch

USA Today 2026-02-01 11:02:07+00:00


                            What time are the 2026 Grammys? See time, schedule, how to watch Author: Saman Shafiq
Celebrating the "best in music," the Grammys are organized by Recording Academy, which "is preparing for another historic night." Here's how to watch. ... Read full article

The Minneapolis police chief tried to repair his force. Can it survive ICE?

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 11:00:45


                            The Minneapolis police chief tried to repair his force. Can it survive ICE? Author: Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Mark Berman
Brian O’Hara worries that gains his department made since George Floyd’s murder are at risk amid an immigration crackdown that has enraged the city. ... Read full article

I watched the Georgia 2020 recount. Here’s what the FBI raid in Fulton County is really about.

MSNBC 2026-02-01 11:00:00


                            I watched the Georgia 2020 recount. Here’s what the FBI raid in Fulton County is really about. Author: Jacquelyn Lopez
Jacquelyn Lopez: Courts rejected every attempt by the Trump campaign and the president’s allies to overturn the election results. ... Read full article

There’s more to the Beckham family fallout than public pettiness

MSNBC 2026-02-01 11:00:00


                            There’s more to the Beckham family fallout than public pettiness Author: Rachel Simon
Brooklyn Beckham's Instagram Stories criticizing parents David and Victoria broke the internet. The backlash reflects a celebrity fan pivot. ... Read full article

Trump’s $10 billion IRS lawsuit is unlike anything he’s filed before

MSNBC 2026-02-01 11:00:00


                            Trump’s $10 billion IRS lawsuit is unlike anything he’s filed before Author: Paul Waldman
Paul Waldman: Trump wants every American taxpayer to give him a payoff ... Read full article

Trump questions if GOP can overcome voters’ ‘psychological’ midterms hurdle

The Hill 2026-02-01 11:00:00


                            Trump questions if GOP can overcome voters’ ‘psychological’ midterms hurdle Author: Julia Manchester
President Trump is warning of a possible Democratic victory in November’s midterm elections, seemingly lowering expectations for Republican wins well ahead of any voters heading to the ballot box. Trump regularly notes that the party in control of the White H… ... Read full article

Trump’s immigration crackdown means more children detained by ICE

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 11:00:00


                            Trump’s immigration crackdown means more children detained by ICE Author: Arelis R. Hernández, María Luisa Paúl
As family detentions spike, the Trump administration is increasingly ensnaring the youngest, and most vulnerable, lawyers and advocates say. ... Read full article

Quiz: Do you know key moments from Black history?

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 10:30:52


                            Quiz: Do you know key moments from Black history? Author: Emmanuel Felton
As Americans celebrate Black History Month, museums and other institutions continue to face pushback from the Trump administration over DEI. ... Read full article

How pay raises turned into pay cuts, except for Americans in 9 states

USA Today 2026-02-01 10:06:12+00:00


                            How pay raises turned into pay cuts, except for Americans in 9 states Author: Medora Lee
Millions of Americans' standard of living fell as inflation ate more than its share of pay raises. Only those living in these 9 states came out ahead. ... Read full article

‘Everyone here is corrupt’: What fuels the Balochistan separatist violence

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 10:02:13


                            ‘Everyone here is corrupt’: What fuels the Balochistan separatist violence Author: Osama Bin Javaid
As nearly 200 people, 31 of them civilians, are killed in coordinated rebel attacks, Islamabad must rethink response. ... Read full article

With contempt vote looming, here’s what Epstein documents say about the Clintons

CNN 2026-02-01 10:00:46


                            With contempt vote looming, here’s what Epstein documents say about the Clintons Author: Jeremy Herb, Em Steck, Annie Grayer
The Justice Department’s latest release of the Epstein files offers fresh insights into how former President Bill Clinton’s staff communicated with Jeffrey Epstein and his longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell, including sometimes-lewd email exchanges. ... Read full article

Trump administration fights judge’s ban on green card interview arrests

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 10:00:00


                            Trump administration fights judge’s ban on green card interview arrests Author: Jasmine Golden
The case could affect thousands of immigrants in the country illegally who are seeking legal status through their U.S. citizen spouses. ... Read full article

Are YIMBYs winning the housing wars? Not so fast, these people say.

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 10:00:00


                            Are YIMBYs winning the housing wars? Not so fast, these people say. Author: Julie Z. Weil
Though the “build more” movement is chalking up wins, supply skeptics contend housing affordability calls for government policies, not just market forces. ... Read full article

Iran in 'serious discussions' with US, Trump says, as military threat looms

BBC News 2026-02-01 09:52:23.8690193


                            Iran in 'serious discussions' with US, Trump says, as military threat looms Author: BBC News
Iran is expected to begin a live-fire naval exercise in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. ... Read full article

Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz secures career Grand Slam with victory over Novak Djokovic

Associated Press 2026-02-01 08:06:21


                            Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz secures career Grand Slam with victory over Novak Djokovic Author: John Pye
Carlos Alcaraz has become the youngest man ever to complete a career Grand Slam. The 22-year-old Alcaraz secured the Australian Open title with a 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 victory on Sunday over Novak Djokovic, who had never lost in his 10 previous finals at Melbour… ... Read full article

Gaza's crucial Rafah crossing prepares for limited travel to resume Monday

Associated Press 2026-02-01 08:05:21


                            Gaza's crucial Rafah crossing prepares for limited travel to resume Monday Author: Samy Magdy
Palestinians in Gaza are watching with hope and impatience as workers lay the groundwork to reopen the territory’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt, its lifeline to the world. Israel says the crossing is scheduled to resume Monday as its ceasefire with Hamas … ... Read full article

Iran's leader warns US if it starts a war, it will be regional war

Associated Press 2026-02-01 06:11:47


                            Iran's leader warns US if it starts a war, it will be regional war Author: Jon Gambrell
Iran’s supreme leader has warned that any U.S. attack would trigger a “regional war” in the Mideast. This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens military action against Iran. The USS Abraham Lincoln and American warships are in the Arabian Sea followi… ... Read full article

LIVE: Israel to partially open Rafah in Gaza as dozens killed in attacks

Al Jazeera English 2026-02-01 05:57:17


                            LIVE: Israel to partially open Rafah in Gaza as dozens killed in attacks Author: Umut Uras
Key Rafah border crossing with Egypt to be reopened after nearly two years for only ‘limited movement of people’. ... Read full article

Donald Trump’s unprecedented political war chest got even bigger in 2025

Politico 2026-02-01 05:31:20+00:00


                            Donald Trump’s unprecedented political war chest got even bigger in 2025 Author: Jessica Piper
Campaign finance disclosures filed late Saturday revealed details of the president’s unmatched political fundraising operation. ... Read full article

Democrat Taylor Rehmet flips Texas state Senate seat

Associated Press 2026-02-01 05:09:12


                            Democrat Taylor Rehmet flips Texas state Senate seat Author: John Hanna, Julie Carr Smyth
Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a special election for the Texas state Senate and flipped a reliably Republican district that President Donald Trump won by 17 points in 2024. Rehmet, a labor union leader and veteran, easily defeated Republican and conservative act… ... Read full article

Democrats flip Texas state Senate seat in shock upset

The Hill 2026-02-01 05:04:18


                            Democrats flip Texas state Senate seat in shock upset Author: Julia Mueller
Democrats scored a stunning upset on Saturday in a special election runoff for Texas Senate, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ, giving the party a major boost ahead of the November midterms. Fort Worth Democrat Taylor Rehmet, a machinist and Air… ... Read full article

The 2026 Grammy Awards are here: What to expect and how to watch

Associated Press 2026-02-01 05:00:36


                            The 2026 Grammy Awards are here: What to expect and how to watch Author: Maria Sherman
The 68th annual Grammy Awards will take place Sunday with a dramatically different tone than last year. The 2025 award show was completely reimagined and refocused to relief efforts following the devastating Los Angeles-area wildfires. In 2026, focus has been… ... Read full article

Democrats narrow GOP House majority as Menefee wins Texas special election

The Washington Post 2026-02-01 04:16:02


                            Democrats narrow GOP House majority as Menefee wins Texas special election Author: Brianna Tucker
After Christian Menefee is sworn in, Democrats will have 214 House seats. Republicans currently hold 218, giving House Speaker Mike Johnson a razor-thin majority. ... Read full article

Houston Democrat wins former Rep. Sylvester Turner’s seat ahead of contested primary

Politico 2026-02-01 04:11:50+00:00


                            Houston Democrat wins former Rep. Sylvester Turner’s seat ahead of contested primary Author: Liz Crampton
Christian Menefee's victory will set up another generational battle for Democrats. ... Read full article

Trump: DHS to stay out of protests in Democratic-led cities unless help is sought

USA Today 2026-02-01 02:05:34+00:00


                            Trump: DHS to stay out of protests in Democratic-led cities unless help is sought Author: Robin Respaut and Jasper Ward
Trump said "under no circumstances" should Homeland Security get involved unless federal help is sought or federal property is threatened. ... Read full article

Elon Musk pours millions more into helping Republicans keep Congress

Politico 2026-02-01 01:25:00+00:00


                            Elon Musk pours millions more into helping Republicans keep Congress Author: Jessica Piper
The tech billionaire, who once said he had “done enough” political spending, remains a significant benefactor for the Republican Party after patching things up with President Donald Trump. ... Read full article

CNN had a music expert predict this year’s Grammys | CNN

CNN 2026-02-01 00:08:34.816


                            CNN had a music expert predict this year’s Grammys | CNN Author: Melani Bonilla
Trying to win your Grammy bracket? Music data expert Chris Dalla Riva breaks down his 2026 Grammys predictions from whether “KPop Demon Hunters” snags a statue to if Bad Bunny takes home Album of the Year. ... Read full article

UK prime minister calls on former Prince Andrew to testify on Epstein

USA Today 2026-02-01 00:00:00+00:00


                            UK prime minister calls on former Prince Andrew to testify on Epstein Author: Kathryn Palmer
Keir Starmer told reporters on Jan. 31 that Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, should appear before Congress to answer questions. ... Read full article

Speaker Mike Johnson says he's 'confident' shutdown will end by Tuesday

USA Today 2026-02-01 00:00:00+00:00


                            Speaker Mike Johnson says he's 'confident' shutdown will end by Tuesday Author: Kathryn Palmer
Despite his one-vote majority in the House and weather-related challenges, the GOP speaker said the partial shutdown won't last long. ... Read full article

House Democrats tell GOP leadership they won’t help pass funding package through fast-track process

The Hill 2026-01-31 23:34:58


                            House Democrats tell GOP leadership they won’t help pass funding package through fast-track process Author: Sophie Brams
House Democrats have informed GOP leaders that they will not help pass a funding package through a fast-track process, a source familiar confirmed to The Hill — complicating Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) plan to swiftly pass the measure and reopen the govern… ... Read full article

Second Epstein victim claims she was sent to UK for sex with Andrew, lawyer says

BBC News 2026-01-31 22:22:25.2949638


                            Second Epstein victim claims she was sent to UK for sex with Andrew, lawyer says Author: BBC News
The woman, then in her 20s, says the alleged encounter happened at Royal Lodge. ... Read full article

150‑car pileup shuts Highway 99 in California amid dense fog

USA Today 2026-01-31 22:08:41+00:00

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A 150‑vehicle pileup in dense tule fog shut Highway 99 near Earlimart, California, on Jan. 31, sending 10 to hospitals and forcing hourslong closures. ... Read full article

Judge orders release of father and 5-year-old detained by ICE in Minnesota

USA Today 2026-01-31 21:30:00+00:00

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A federal judge ordered that Liam Conejo Ramos, the 5-year-old detained at his home in Minnesota, and his father be released from a Texas ICE facility. ... Read full article

'There’s something bigger going on': Democratic state election chiefs rebuff Trump bid to seize voter rolls

Politico 2026-01-31 19:30:18+00:00


                            'There’s something bigger going on': Democratic state election chiefs rebuff Trump bid to seize voter rolls Author: Erin Doherty, Andrew Howard
Roughly two dozen states have rejected the Trump administration’s request, prompting an unprecedented legal clash between the Justice Department and state election officials. ... Read full article

Latest Epstein file photos appear to show former Prince Andrew on floor with female

CNN 2026-01-31 17:55:51


                            Latest Epstein file photos appear to show former Prince Andrew on floor with female Author: Kara Fox
Photographs appearing to show former Prince Andrew on all fours, leaning over a woman or girl lying on the floor, emerged in the latest release of Epstein files from the US Department of Justice on Friday. ... Read full article

Millions of Jeffrey Epstein files released by US justice department

BBC News 2026-01-31 17:07:24.4827986


                            Millions of Jeffrey Epstein files released by US justice department Author: BBC News
Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke". ... Read full article

ICE halted its surge in Maine. The state might not be quick to forget.

Politico 2026-01-31 17:00:00+00:00


                            ICE halted its surge in Maine. The state might not be quick to forget. Author: Jessica Piper
Sen. Susan Collins’ announcement of ICE’s drawdown relieved some of the pressure in the blue state. But Democrats still say it’s not enough. ... Read full article

Epstein survivors protest that DOJ violated privacy in latest document release

MSNBC 2026-01-31 16:30:03


                            Epstein survivors protest that DOJ violated privacy in latest document release Author: Clarissa-Jan Lim, Lisa Rubin
“The Justice Department cannot claim it is finished releasing files until every legally required document is released and every abuser and enabler is fully exposed,” they said in a joint statement. ... Read full article

What 3 million new documents tell us about Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein

CNN 2026-01-31 15:07:38


                            What 3 million new documents tell us about Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein Author: Jeremy Herb, Marshall Cohen
President Donald Trump is mentioned more than 1,000 times in the three million Jeffrey Epstein documents released Friday, after the president initially resisted the effort. While some of the references are benign, others include newly disclosed unverified sex… ... Read full article

Houston runoff sets up next Democratic generational fight

Politico 2026-01-31 12:01:00+00:00


                            Houston runoff sets up next Democratic generational fight Author: Liz Crampton
Saturday’s oddly timed runoff is occurring after months of delays. ... Read full article

Here’s how the judiciary needs to respond to Don Lemon’s arrest

MSNBC 2026-01-31 11:00:00


                            Here’s how the judiciary needs to respond to Don Lemon’s arrest Author: Austin Sarat
Austin Sarat: To keep the press free in the face of authoritarian threats, the courts must do more to protect journalists. ... Read full article

Watch CNN live online | CNN

CNN 2026-01-31 06:37:30.4053463


                            Watch CNN live online | CNN Author:
Watch CNN live online with CNN All Access. For 24-7 news, find CNN All Access on CNN.com and in the CNN app. ... Read full article

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