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GOP Speaker Johnson says House won’t be ‘rushed’ to approve aid for Ukraine as $95B package stalls
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday the U.S. House will not feel “rushed” to pass the $95.3 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies, signaling a further stall over sending military hardware and munitions Kyiv badly needs to fight Russia.
House lawmakers to offer their own Ukraine and border bill
Several members of the conservative House Freedom Caucus argued any legislation should prioritize border security and contain offsets for foreign aid.
www.politico.comRussian efforts to create anti-satellite weapons are cause for US concern
The U.S. has gathered highly sensitive intelligence about Russian anti-satellite weapons that has been shared in recent weeks with the upper echelons of government.
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White House denies Johnson's requests to meet with Biden on border
Democratic officials have continuously pushed the speaker to take up the Senate-passed foreign aid bill, as he insists on a border component.
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Democrats keep uneasy winning streak alive in 'warning sign' race for NY-3 Santos seat: ANALYSIS
Tom Suozzi says his victory carries a message for his fellow Democrats.
NATO chief says U.S. needs allies after Trump comments
The former president shocked Europeans on Saturday by implying that he would encourage Russia “to do whatever the hell they want” to NATO allies who did not spend enough.
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Five reasons Republicans might start to panic about increasingly Trump-centric RNC - Washington Examiner
The Republican National Committee has closely aligned itself with Donald Trump for years but may want to question closer ties after a mixed record.
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Trump advisers rush to spin ‘off the cuff’ NATO remarks
The former president’s allies insist his remarks are being blown out of proportion.
www.politico.comCyberattacks on hospitals are likely to increase, putting lives at risk, experts warn
Cybersecurity experts are warning that hospitals around the United States are at risk for attacks such as the one that's crippling operations at a premier Midwestern children’s hospital.
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Lara Trump says 'every single penny' of RNC funds will go to electing Donald Trump if she is made co-chair
Former President Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, has promised to use "every single penny" of RNC funds to help re-elect him if made the committee's co-chair.
Ukraine destroys Russian landing ship in Black Sea; NATO's Stoltenberg says Kyiv aid 'not charity'
Missile strikes on the war-ravaged Donetsk region killed three, including a child, according to official reports.
8 to 10 people injured after shooting near Chiefs parade, official says
Fire Department Battalion Chief Michael Hopkins said eight to 10 people were injured but declined further comment, saying only that additional information will be released soon.
apnews.comGaza cease-fire and hostage release talks appear to stall as Netanyahu and Hamas trade blame
International efforts to broker a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas have suffered a setback as Israel reportedly recalled its negotiating team.
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Israel launches deadly air strikes in Lebanon after rockets hit army base
At least seven civilians are killed, security sources say, after a rocket attack killed an Israeli soldier.
www.bbc.comWhat's at stake in Trump's hush-money criminal case? Judge to rule on key issues as trial date nears
Donald Trump is expected in court for an important hearing in his New York hush-money criminal case, which now appears increasingly likely to go to trial next month.
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Blame game: Republicans forced to defend expelling Santos after New York special election defeat - Washington Examiner
Some lawmakers faulted Republican candidate Mazi Pilip herself for the loss, arguing she was not the strongest candidate to take on Tom Suozzi.
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US Marshals director calls increase in threats to judges and prosecutors ‘a substantial risk to our democracy’ | CNN Politics
The head of the US Marshals Service is sounding the alarm on a dramatic increase in the number of threats aimed at federal judges and prosecutors, telling lawmakers on Wednesday that the development “constitutes a substantial risk to our democracy.”
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Nikki Haley says Trump has become 'diminished' and 'unhinged' since 2016
In an interview with NBC News' Craig Melvin, Haley explained away her past support for Trump while knocking his recent conduct and his age.
www.nbcnews.comA Georgia judge is set to consider whether to remove Fani Willis from the election interference case
A Georgia judge will consider a motion to bar District Attorney Fani Willis from continuing her election interference case against Donald Trump.
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OnPolitics: How Trump is trying to consolidate power within the Republican Party
As Donald Trump fights for a second term in the White House, he appears to be trying to consolidate his already immense power within the Republican Party.
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When will the House's remaining 3 open seats be filled? What to know
Three special elections in Ohio, California and New York are scheduled to replace open seats in the House.
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Mike Pence's think tank pushes back on JD Vance's ‘impeachment time bomb’ claim in foreign aid package
Advancing American Freedom pushed back on JD Vance's claim of an impeachment clause in foreign aid package, asserting constitutional duty of president.
Takeaways from New York’s high-stakes special election | CNN Politics
Democrat Tom Suozzi is heading back to Congress after defeating Republican Mazi Pilip in the special election to replace serial fabulist and expelled former GOP Rep. George Santos. The result will further narrow the GOP’s already thin House majority and hand President Joe Biden’s party a boost...
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UAE restricts US ability to launch retaliatory airstrikes against Iran proxies
Other Arab countries are restricting operations as well, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Trump’s scapegoating of mail-in voting is sinking the GOP - Washington Examiner
Former President Donald Trump has been toxic to the GOP in many ways in elections, and that includes his unrelenting opposition to mail-in voting.
www.washingtonexaminer.comA day after his latest hospital release, Austin presses for urgent military aid for Ukraine
A day after his latest hospital stay, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has hosted a virtual meeting on Ukraine to help replenish urgently needed ammunition and artillery for Kyiv, as its ammunition stocks run low in its fight against Russia.
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Nearly 1 in 5 Americans believe Taylor Swift is part of a 2024 plot to help Joe Biden
The poll also found that approximately two-thirds, 68%, of Americans say they approve of Swift encouraging her listeners to vote in the upcoming elections.
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New House lines in New York would boost 2 Democrats and a Republican
A New York commission on redistricting is expected to approve a new set of lines on Thursday, boosting Democrats changes in a few critical swing districts.
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NATO chief concedes 'valid point' of spending criticism as allies up defense budgets
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said he expects a record 18 allies to meet their military spending goal this year.
Special counsel David Weiss unveils Hunter Biden laptop evidence in gun case - Washington Examiner
Special counsel David Weiss shared in a court filing photos and messages to support the government's allegation that Hunter Biden was a drug user in 2018.
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House Intel Chair Turner warns of 'serious national security threat,' urges Biden to declassify
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner is urging President Biden to declassify information related to a “serious national security threat."
Mike Johnson, other Republicans downplay losing seat in New York to Democrat
House Speaker Mike Johnson poured cold water on Democrat Tom Suozzi's win in New York, waving off the defeat despite its impact on the GOP's majority.
Johnson’s historically narrow House majority will shrink further after Democrats flip seat in New York | CNN Politics
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson is overseeing one of the smallest House majorities in history – and Democrat Tom Suozzi’s win in a New York special election will shrink it further.
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Democrat Tom Suozzi elected to succeed George Santos
Democrat Tom Suozzi won a special election for a U.S. House seat in New York on Tuesday. He takes the seat that was held by Republican George Santos, who was expelled from Congress.
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Kellyanne Conway warns GOP 'better learn' some lessons after Democrats flipped NY House seat
Fox News contributor Kellyanne Conway joined "America's Newsroom" to break down how Democrats won the special House election in Long Island, N.Y.
Georgia bill would restrict teaching gender in private schools
Opponents say the measure, which would require schools to get permission from parents before starting instruction on gender identity, is an attack on LGBTQ students.
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Republicans admit it. Kevin McCarthy has never looked so good.
House GOP insiders view the new speaker as a man perpetually without a plan.
www.politico.comIllegal border crossings from Mexico plunge after a record-high December, with fewer from Venezuela
Authorities say arrests for illegal crossings on the U.S. border with Mexico fell by half in January from record highs in December to the third lowest month of Joe Biden’s presidency.
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House GOP's majority shrinks as Democrats flip Santos' New York seat
Democrat Tom Suozzi won the special election in New York to succeed disgraced former Republican Rep. George Santos — a result that will further shrink the House GOP's narrow majority.
Top House members attending national security threat briefing amid alarming Turner message: Sullivan - Washington Examiner
National security adviser Jake Sullivan was caught off-guard by House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner's (R-OH) call to declassify information.
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GOP warning of 'national security threat' is about Russia wanting nuclear weapon in space: Sources
The White House will meet with congressional leadership as a top Republican is requesting President Biden declassify information on a "serious national security threat"
The Excerpt podcast: Trump asks Supreme Court to continue to delay criminal trial
Donald Trump asks SCOTUS to delay his federal criminal trial on charges regarding the 2020 election while he appeals an unfavorable immunity ruling.
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House Republicans impeach Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas, AP Explains next steps
The U.S. House has approved articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas Tuesday over border security in a deeply partisan and highly unusual attack on a Cabinet official.
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February 14, 2024 Israel-Hamas war
The Israeli military is preparing for a ground offensive in Rafah, despite mounting international opposition to the plan and the impacts it would have on the civilian population.
Warring GOP factions threaten to tank Johnson’s spy powers bill
Neither security hawks nor privacy advocates are happy with the legislation heading to the House floor. Everyone is seeking changes.
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Stoltenberg says Trump's comments "undermine the security of all" NATO allies
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday appeared to respond to comments made by former U.S.
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US has new intelligence on Russian nuclear capabilities in space | CNN Politics
The US has new intelligence on Russian military capabilities related to its efforts to deploy a nuclear anti-satellite system in space, according to multiple sources familiar with the intelligence.
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Elizabeth Warren wins crypto recusals from Biden pick
The senator raised concerns about Sean Patrick Maloney's role advising the largest U.S. crypto exchange.
www.politico.comFormer Indonesian general linked to human rights abuses claims victory in presidential election
Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto claims victory in presidential election based on early tallies
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Israel intensifies Lebanon raids after deadly Hezbollah attack
With Israel eyeing Rafah assault, fears of regional conflict grow as Hezbollah and Israeli military step up clashes.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken vows to free Paul Whelan, American detained in Russia
At least 53 U.S. citizens or permanent residents are currently wrongfully detained foreign governments. Paul Whelan is among them.
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Mike Johnson goes into ‘survival mode’ dealing with $95 billion aid legislation
Speaker Mike Johnson appears to be floating between ideas when it comes to addressing the House's approach to the Senate foreign aid bill.
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Haley blames Trump for GOP loss in key special election as South Carolina showdown intensifies
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley blames former President Trump for the GOP setback in a crucial special congressional election, while Trump slams the losing Republican candidate, as the South Carolina primary nears.
Trump has huge lead over Haley in South Carolina, poll shows
The state’s Republican primary is coming up on Feb. 24.
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Russia court sentences American David Barnes to prison on sexual abuse claims dismissed by Texas authorities
Texas authorities dismissed abuse claims made by David Barnes' Russian ex-wife during an acrimonious divorce, but a Moscow court found him guilty.
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Thousands of ride-share drivers strike at major U.S. airports on Valentine’s Day
A coalition of app workers, including Uber and Lyft drivers, staged rallies in the afternoon.
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New Pakistan government takes shape amid slew of jabs
PMLN and PPP will lead a six-party coalition that has a comfortable majority. PTI accuses them of stealing the mandate.
Democrats and Republicans hold Black History Month celebrations with an eye on November's election
Black History Month was celebrated in the nation's capital with dueling events on Tuesday highlighting the divide between Democrats’ and Republicans' approaches to courting Black voters in the 2024 presidential election.
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FBI Director Wray makes surprise Israel stop amid 'elevated threat picture'
FBI Director Christopher Wray met with intelligence officials in Israel and spoke with Fox News afterward, before boarding a flight to Germany.
Former Oath Keepers lawyer found competent to stand trial on charges connected to Jan. 6:report
Kelly SoRelle was ordered to be released from the Bureau of Prisons last week after the government said she is competent to stand trial.
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Florida deputy fires weapon after mistaking sound of acorn hitting patrol car for gunshot
A now-former Florida deputy fired his weapon after mistaking the sound of an acorn hitting the roof of his patrol vehicle as a muffled gunshot, an investigation found.
Most Taylor Swift conspiracy theorists are also election deniers, poll finds
Almost three-quarters of those who believe the Swift conspiracy also believe the 2020 election outcome was fraudulent.
www.politico.com3 officers shot in Washington, leading to daylong standoff before suspect's arrest
Three police officers were shot trying to make an animal cruelty arrest that touched off an hourslong standoff in the nation’s capitol on Wednesday.
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Tim Scott to join Trump in South Carolina as vice president speculation fuels - Washington Examiner
Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) campaigns with former President Donald Trump as speculation over a vice presidential offer circulates.
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Brian Laundrie’s parents detail ‘the day everything hit the fan’ after their son told them Gabby Petito was ‘gone’ | CNN
In newly filed court documents, Brian Laundrie’s parents detail “the day everything hit the fan,” recalling an exchange of frantic phone calls as their son told them Gabby Petito was “gone” and he needed them to find him an attorney as he drove back home without her.
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Parkland school shooting 6 years later: Remembering the 17 victims
Seventeen students and staff were killed in the February 2018 Stoneman Douglas massacre.
‘A bad chapter’: Tracing the origins of Ecuador’s rise in gang violence
Experts trace the root causes of Ecuador’s spiralling violence, as President Daniel Noboa leads a crackdown on gangs.
‘I was intimate with my half-brother’ | CNN
‘I was intimate with my half-brother’: Woman’s horror story reflects loosely regulated nature of US fertility industry
www.cnn.comHow did the Texas megachurch shooter buy a rifle despite her mental illness and criminal history?
Authorities say they’re reviewing how the shooter was able to legally purchase the AR-style rifle despite a years-long criminal record.
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Hakeem Jeffries calls Abbott a ‘human trafficker’ as Democratic cities reel from immigrant influx - Washington Examiner
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) referred to Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) as a “human trafficker” on Tuesday, condemning him for busing illegal immigrants to Democratic cities during the border crisis. Jeffries acknowledged that the U.S. immigration system was “broken” but claimed Abbott...
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Sen. Bob Menendez's lawyers compare him to Taylor Swift — yes, Taylor Swift — in filing
Sen. Bob Menendez compared to Taylor Swift? Apparently, his lawyers are trying to make an argument.
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Biden, Trump continue to stack up delegates in primaries and caucuses
The 2024 Republican primary is in full swing, as former President Donald Trump continues to hold a commanding lead over former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley.
Detecting Russian 'carrots' and 'tea bags': Ukraine decodes enemy chatter to save lives
Ukrainian forces are increasingly resorting to an age-old tactic — intelligence gleaned from radio intercepts — in a desperate effort to preserve their most vital resources.
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Tom Suozzi: Democrats hail victory in special election to replace George Santos
Democrats say Tom Suozzi's race could be their roadmap for the US general election in November.
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Biden v. Trump: The battle over who’s too old, too forgetful or too confused
It’s open season on candidates’ ages as the general election nears.
www.politico.comUkrainian military says it sank a Russian landing ship in the Black Sea
The Caesar Kunikov amphibious ship sank near Alupka, a city on the southern edge of the Crimean Peninsula, Ukrainian military reports.
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Indonesia election results updates: Prabowo claims presidential race win
Votes are still being counted but unofficial figures suggest Prabowo Subianto holds a commanding lead.
NATO chief says Trump criticism 'does undermine the security of all of us'
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said at a press conference that former President Donald Trump's rhetoric on member nations not paying their "bills" undermines security.
Walmart and Target wade into California’s Proposition 47 fight - Washington Examiner
Walmart and Target have spent $1.5 million to overturn California's Proposition 47, which has been faulted for the rise in retail theft.
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Russian landing ship Caesar Kunikov sunk off Crimea, says Ukraine
The landing ship Caesar Kunikov is hit in the Black Sea, according to Ukraine's armed forces.
www.bbc.comOn Valentine's Day, LGBTQ+ activists in Japan call for the right for same-sex couples to marry
Activists and members of the LGBTQ+ community have handed out colorful chocolate candy for Valentine’s Day in Tokyo, marking the fifth anniversary of the launch of a legal battle to achieve marriage equality for same-sex couples.
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Jared Kushner defends his equity firm getting $2 billion from Saudis after he left White House
Jared Kushner also scoffed at a question about the Saudi crown prince being implicated in the 2018 killing of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi.
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American David Barnes' conviction in Russia 'based on lies,' sister says
Margaret Aaron, the sister of David Barnes, an American who was sentenced in Russia on sex abuse charges, speaks to ABC News' "Start Here."
President Biden should be more engaged with the press, political expert warns: 'Constantly acting indignant'
Some political experts don't think the Biden White House worked quickly enough to address the Hur report and further argue the president should engage much more with the press.
3 shooters suspected in NYC subway fight that killed 1 and injured 5, police say
New York City police have made no arrests but say they believe there were three shooters in a deadly fight that turned to gunfire on a subway car during the Monday evening rush hour.
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Singles are sick of dating apps. Here’s what they’re doing instead | CNN Business
Many singles are tired of swiping on dating apps. They’re going old school to find romance.
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200-year-old 'national treasure' stolen from storage unit as police hunt for missing portrait of George Washington
A portrait of George Washington dating back more than 200 years has been stolen from a storage unit and cops are hunting for the art as well as the thieves who took it.
Jason Kelce says Travis Kelce had to move since dating Taylor Swift for ‘safety reasons’
Jason Kelce said people were lingering by his brother’s old house, forcing him to move.
www.nbcnews.comDozens of gang members in Boston charged with drug trafficking, COVID-19 fraud
BOSTON (AP) — Dozens of gang members operating mostly out of a public housing development in a Boston neighborhood have been accused of dealing drugs, targeting their rivals in shootings and recruiting young people with the enticement of appearing in their songs and videos, federal authorities said
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Top Democrat: MAGA ‘lost in 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2023, and is losing 2024’ - Washington Examiner
Democrats are hopeful of winning big in the fall elections and don't fear President Joe Biden's poor polls or inflation will drag them down.
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Paxlovid puzzle
Cost, confusion and a lack of access to care are a big part of why people don't take Paxlovid.
www.politico.comIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi opens stone-built Hindu temple in UAE ahead of India's elections
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has visited the Middle East’s first traditional stone-built Hindu temple, internationalizing both his reelection campaign and his effort to push secular and multicultural India into a Hindu state.
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Sen Roger Marshall rallies Republicans to add 'meaningful' border security to House's foreign aid package
Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, hopes House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., will incorporate Trump-era policies for Republican support in the House's foreign aid bill.
Erdogan, el-Sisi urge Israel to halt looming offensive on Rafah
Recep Tayyip Erdogan meets Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Cairo as relations warm following years of tensions.
House Republicans demand investigation into dead DC babies believed to be victims of infanticide - Washington Examiner
A group of House Republicans called for an investigation into the deaths of five Washingt babies believed to be victims of infanticide.
www.washingtonexaminer.comProposed TikTok ban for kids fails in Virginia's Legislature
A GOP legislative effort to prevent Virginia children from using the video-sharing app TikTok died this week in the Democratic-controlled Legislature.
apnews.comBiden’s risky new bet: the stock market
The president and his aides have begun touting stock market gains, a messaging shift that makes some Democrats uneasy.
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Descendants of Black icons gather at the White House in a historic meeting
The families of Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Booker T. Washington, Ida B. Wells, Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, Emmett Till and more will meet, in some cases for the first time.
www.nbcnews.comGreek lawmakers are debating a landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriage. Here's what it means
Lawmakers in Greece have begun a debate on a landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriage. It would make Greece the first Orthodox Christian country to do so.
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Israel conducts airstrikes in Lebanon after deadly Hezbollah attack
Israeli forces are conducting airstrikes in agaisnt terrorist targets in Lebanon after a Hezbollah rocket attack killed one and injured 8 in Israel.
Travis Kelce says he shouldn't have bumped Chiefs coach Andy Reid during the Super Bowl
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce says he went too far when he bumped into coach Andy Reid and screamed at him during the Super Bowl.
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US investigating if Israel misused weapons in Gaza strikes
U.S. investigators are looking into several Israeli attacks where American military aid could have been misused and resulted in the deaths of civilians.
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ICE could release thousands of migrants without more funding from Congress, official says
ICE is considering downsizing its detention capacity and releasing thousands of migrants due to a budget shortfall, a senior agency official told CBS News.
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Kelvin Kangethe: US fugitive wanted for murder re-arrested in Kenya
Kelvin Kangethe escaped custody in Kenya, and is wanted by US police in connection with a murder.
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Biden says Trump questioning European commitment to NATO is 'dumb,' 'un-American'
President Biden sharply criticized former President Donald Trump for his disregard NATO countries who don't pay their dues as "dangerous" and "un-American."
Environmental groups sue to force government to finalize ship speed rules that protect rare whales
A coalition of environmental groups is suing the federal government to try to force the finalization of ship speed rules the groups say are critically important to save a vanishing species of whale.
apnews.comLabor throws the ball back in Newsom’s court
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California lawmakers try to address homelessness with new proposed encampment ban
A new bill in California aims to ban homeless encampments near "sensitive community areas" statewide.
11 of 13 independent voters choose 'narcissist' Trump over 'unfit' Biden in NY Times focus group
Undecided voters told The New York Times they were leaning toward Donald Trump in 2024, calling President Biden "senile," "disingenuous" and "unfit" to be president.
Trump implores supporters for donations in Valentine’s Day letter to Melania - Washington Examiner
Former President Donald Trump is asking supporters to donate to his campaign in a Valentine's day love letter to his wife Melania
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A man apologizes for a fatal shooting at Breonna Taylor protest, sentenced to 30 years
A Kentucky man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for fatally shooting a photographer at a protest over the police killing of Breonna Taylor.
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Biden threatened in Michigan by Democrats telling voters not to support him in primary: ‘This is the best way I can help’ - Washington Examiner
A group started by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) is putting pressure on Democratic voters not to support President Joe Biden in the Michigan primary.
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How Democrats flipped the script in House special
New York will play a key role in determining which party controls the closely divided House next year with a half dozen seats up for grabs.
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Iran condemns ‘terrorist’ attack on gas pipelines
The explosions, including on a mainline gas route, come amid raised tension around the region.
Convicted New York killer freed on a technicality: Judge says he was held at the wrong prison
A man convicted for a 2015 killing in western New York has been freed and his indictment has been dismissed, solely because he was held at the wrong prison.
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House Intel chair's cryptic warning about "serious national security threat" prompts officials to urge calm
One U.S. official told CBS News that the intelligence in question relates to Russian capabilities in space.
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California landslide appears to leave 3 multimillion-dollar homes teetering on edge of cliff
Officials in Southern California are concerned about three homes teetering on the edge of a cliff following multiple rounds of severe storms that triggered landslides.
'Where do we go?' Desperation grows in Rafah as Israeli ground assault looms
“We feel hopeless. What do we do?” said Wissam Al-Arkan, 37, who has already moved twice inside Gaza since Oct. 7.
www.nbcnews.comStock market today: Asian shares track Wall Street's rebound
Shares are higher in Asia after Wall Street stocks recovered much of their sharp losses from a day before. Oil prices declined.
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Russia arrests German for carrying cannabis gummy bears
The German national, 38, was arrested after six cannabis edibles were found in his rucksack.
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Water detected on surface of asteroids for first time, thanks to defunct NASA mission
Scientists studied four asteroids that were rich in silicate, and found molecular water on two of them.
www.cbsnews.comSome worry California proposition to tackle homelessness would worsen the problem
Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom is urging voters to approve a ballot initiative that he says is needed to tackle the state’s homelessness crisis.
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Former Hunter Biden biz partner offered critical testimony proving Joe 'was the brand': lawmaker
Navy veteran and former Hunter Biden business partner Tony Bobulinski offered critical testimony appearing to link Joe Biden to his son's business deals, Rep. Comer said.
Should the CDC cut the 5-day COVID-19 isolation guidelines? Experts weigh in.
The CDC is reportedly weighing a revision to COVID-19 guidance which could allow people who test positive to return to work sooner.
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Wisconsin Republicans approve maps proposed by Democratic governor - Washington Examiner
Wisconsin state Republicans passed Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' proposed maps before the state's high court could approve more injurious ones
www.washingtonexaminer.com2 Chinese fishermen drown after chase with Taiwan's Coast Guard, which alleges trespassing
Taiwan’s Coast Guard says two Chinese fishermen have drowned while being chased by the coast guard off the coast of Taiwan’s Kinmen archipelago.
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Photos: Tear gas and rubber bullets as Indian farmers march on Delhi
These protests are a continuation of demonstrations two years ago, which lasted for many months.
The Santos stench: 6 takeaways from the New York special election
Republicans ran an untested candidate against a seasoned Democratic veteran. It turns out that was a mistake.
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Are we about to find out the moon's origin? Japan's space agency may now have clues
A Japan space agency official says an unmanned spacecraft that landed on the moon last month has captured and transmitted data analyzing 10 lunar rocks, a greater-than-expected achievement that could help provide clues about the origin of the moon
Blasts hit a natural gas pipeline in Iran and an official says it was an act of sabotage
Saeed Aghli, the manager of Iran’s gas network control center, told state TV that a “sabotage and terrorist” action caused the explosions.
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ICE circulates plan to release thousands of detainees to ease deficit - Washington Examiner
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is facing a historic budget shortfall and has drafted a controversial plan to help make up some of the gap.
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Don't freak out about the stock market's inflation freakout
While the Federal Reserve may wait longer to cut interest rates, trends point to a continuing slowdown in price increases.
www.nbcnews.comEstonia's foreign minister says the Baltics have 3 or 4 years to prepare for Russian 'test' of NATO
Estonia’s foreign minister says NATO has about three or four years to strengthen its defenses as Russian President Vladimir Putin ramps up his country’s “war machine.”
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NY Times crushes Biden with avalanche of criticism following Hur report: 'A dark moment' for his presidency
Following the release of Special Counsel Robert Hur's damning report, The New York Times has published a series of scathing pieces scrutinizing President Biden's age.
Locust outbreaks could get worse as global temperatures continue to climb, scientists say
Locust outbreaks, often used in media to signify an upcoming apocalypse, could worsen as global temperatures continue to climb, according to new research.
Serbia receives another arms delivery from Russia despite international sanctions over Ukraine
Serbia has received another arms delivery from its ally Russia despite international sanctions on Moscow over its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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NYC businesses owned by women and people of color get tiny share of city contract spending, report says
Just 20 percent of minority- and women-owned business enterprises had a contract, purchase order or approved subcontract registered by the city.
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3 DC police officers shot trying to serve warrant, alleged gunman surrenders: Police
The alleged gunman accused of shooting three police officers in Washington, D.C., has surrendered, a law enforcement source told ABC News.
Putin signs law to confiscate assets of those convicted of discrediting the Russian army
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law that will allow authorities to confiscate money, valuables and other assets from people convicted of spreading “deliberately false information” about the country’s military.
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Meta boss Zuckerberg takes a swipe at rival Apple
The Meta boss says his firm's headset is 'the best product, period' after trying Apple's rival headset.
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Playbook PM: The House ponders a border Plan D
And House Intel Chair Mike Turner warns of “serious national security threat” likely related to Russia.
www.politico.comMexican regulators recommend that Amazon wall off Prime TV, reveal its algorithms and open delivery
Mexican regulators have recommended that online retailers Amazon and Mercado Libre reveal their algorithms and wall off TV streaming to avoid stifling competition.
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North Korean hackers breached personal emails of presidential staffer, South alleges
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office says that presumed North Korean hackers breached the personal emails of one of his staff members ahead of Yoon's trip to Europe in November
Democrats win back George Santos seat in hotly contested election
The results allow Democrats to claim momentum in a crucial election year when control of the House and the presidency are on the ballot.
www.politico.comArtificial intelligence, real emotion. People are seeking a romantic connection with the perfect bot
On online messaging forums, users say they’ve developed emotional attachments to bots and are using them to play out sexual fantasies or more.
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Israel’s Gaza war threatens to shut down West’s fifth-gen fighter programme
A Dutch court has halted worldwide production of the F-35, citing potential complicity in Israeli human rights abuses.
Border crisis now No. 1 reason people don’t like Biden - Washington Examiner
Immigration is now the reason most adults disapprove of President Joe Biden.
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War-weary Ukrainians endure as Russia's invasion drags on
Two years into Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainians carry deep wounds from the fight.
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Black women may prefer Black OB-GYNs due to fear of discrimination, dying during pregnancy
Women in the study showed a clear preference for Black obstetricians but told researchers how difficult it was to find them.
www.nbcnews.comDate night strike: Thousands of US, UK delivery, ride-hailing drivers stop work on Valentine's Day
Thousands of U.S. ride-hailing workers plan to park their cars and picket at major airports in what organizers say is their largest strike yet in a drive for better pay and benefits.
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Human remains and car found in creek linked to 1982 cold case, North Carolina police say
In 1982, three men went missing after leaving a bar in Chocowinity, North Carolina. Sonar footage helped find a break in the case.
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Kidnapped girl from South Carolina found in Florida with man from Wisconsin, authorities say
A 13-year-old girl from South Carolina was found in Florida on Tuesday after she was allegedly kidnapped by a 35-year-old man from Wisconsin, authorities said.
Experimental robot performs simulated surgical operations aboard space station
The tech could be crucial for long-duration spaceflights, but the robot’s inventors say there are Earthly applications.
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Psychedelic medicine gets a boost
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Major decline in number of immigrants encountered at border is first since last summer - Washington Examiner
The number of illegal immigrants encountered at the nation's borders in January was a major decline from that of December 2023, marking the first big decrease in six months. It comes at a time when the Biden administration is facing calls for retribution from Republicans infuriated over the...
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