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Tech - Engadget - 15 minutes ago

Meta is shuttering Messenger’s standalone website, which is a thing that exists

Meta is shutting down the standalone Messenger website, according to a company help page. The website will disappear in April, though web users will still be able to send and receive messages within Facebook. "After messenger.com goes away, you will be automatically redirected to use facebook.com/messages for messaging on a computer," the help page reads. "You can continue your conversations there or on the Messenger mobile app." Users will be able to restore their chat history after switching t...

Tech - Wired - 21 minutes ago

Perplexity’s Retreat From Ads Signals a Bigger Strategic Shift

The AI search startup once predicted advertising would be a massive business. Now it's betting on a smaller, more valuable audience.

Tech - Gizmodo - 33 minutes ago

Prime Video Sucks for Anime

The Amazon streamer's hopes of being anime’s go-to hub feel hollow when its track record reads like a cautionary tale.

Regional - L.A. Times - 36 minutes ago

Commentary: Yes, Wasserman should go. But what about all those other guys in the Epstein files?

L.A. Olympics committee head Casey Wasserman is the rare elite who has been held accountable in the aftermath of the latest Epstein files release.

World - Fox News - 38 minutes ago

Trump White House ballroom proposal gets approval by Commission of Fine Arts

The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts has officially fast-tracked the estimated $400 million proposal to build President Donald Trump's new White House East Wing ballroom Thursday.While Thursday’s session was originally intended only for design discussion, Chairman Rodney Mims Cook Jr. moved for an immediate final approval."Our sitting president has actually designed a very beautiful structure," Cook said before the vote. "The United States just should not be entertaining the world in tents."The proj...

Regional - L.A. Times - 47 minutes ago

Long-awaited reports outline problems with Palisades infrastructure

In a road map for rebuilding infrastructure, the reports outlined nearly a billion dollars in projects through 2033, including more than $650 million for electrical undergrounding and $150 million for water system upgrades.

World - Fox News - 59 minutes ago

Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: Olympic shame over Hitler T-shirts

 Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- IOC sells out of controversial 1936 Berlin Olympics t-shirts featuring Nazi propaganda- Rabid anti-semite rips LeBron James over innocuous Israel comments at NBA All-Star Game- Spike Lee wears pro-Palestinian outfit to NBA All-Star Game with Israeli-born player competingTOP STORY: The International Olympic Committee sparked outrage by selling "...

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

Here are my favorite things from Toy Fair 2026

Toy Fair 2026 just wrapped earlier this week and while I would have liked to spend even more time there, I have my own kids (and all their toys and trinkets) to look after. That said, there were a ton of cool new products on display at the Javits Center in New York City that set the stage for the rest of the year, so here's a quick look at some of the most interesting releases from the largest toy show in the Western Hemisphere. Transformers: The Movie 40th anniversary figures ($28 to $60)To cel...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Critics warned Trump’s deportations would spark bloodshed progressive group reports police killings fell

One year after critics warned President Donald Trump’s mass deportation push would spark bloodshed in America’s largest sanctuary cities, new data from a leading progressive police-reform group shows police-involved killings actually declined — the first drop in five years.Lawmakers and activists from Los Angeles to New York predicted that Trump’s surge into largely sanctuary-city communities would lead to more violence against innocent residents, which recently reached a fever pitch with the sh...

After leaving WHO, Trump officials propose more expensive replacement to duplicate it

Experts warn a US-only network cannot match WHO’s global reach and access.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Nancy Guthrie once played along in staged childhood 'kidnapping' tradition, daughter's book says

In one of her books, Savannah Guthrie recalled how her cousin annually staged a childhood "kidnapping" game, with her mother, Nancy Guthrie, playing along.In her book, "Mostly What God Does," which was released in Feb. 2024, Savannah Guthrie described the tradition where her cousin would stage a "kidnapping" of herself and her sister at their home in Tucson, Arizona. When she was a child, Savannah Guthrie's cousin would take her and her sister to Phoenix, calling their mother along the way."Abou...

Regional - New York Times - 1 hour ago

Mamdani Seeks Deputy Mayor to Run His Proposed Community Safety Agency

City Hall officials familiar with the plan said the mayor was moving closer to establishing a civilian corps that would respond to mental health emergencies.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 hour ago

Trump hosts 1st Board of Peace meeting, announces pledges for reconstruction-peacekeeper funding for Gaza

Five countries have committed ‌troops for an international security force for Gaza and U.S. President Donald Trump promised billions of dollars for reconstruction of the war-torn territory, on Thursday during the first meeting of his fledgling Board of Peace.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Viral bodycam video shows dozens of college students blindfolded in basement over alleged hazing incident

Disturbing video of an alleged hazing incident at the University of Iowa is going viral online, showing college-aged pledges blindfolded in a basement and covered in unknown substances. The body camera video shows officers from the Iowa City police and fire departments and the University of Iowa police responding to a fire alarm at the Alpha Delta Phi’s fraternity house on Nov. 15, 2024, according to the Iowa City Press-Citizen. In body camera footage obtained by Fox News Digital, police and fir...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 hour ago

Canadian Challenge mushers race in Saskatchewan’s biggest dog sled event

The Canadian Challenge is the biggest dog sled race in Saskatchewan. The multi-day competition based in La Ronge boils down to a musher, a team of dogs and a winter trail that has carried people through the North for generations.

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago

Indiana Jones Exists in the ‘Shrinking’ Universe, But Who Plays Him?

The latest episode of the Apple TV show gave Harrison Ford a very meta moment, and we loved it.

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

Ring could be planning to expand Search Party feature beyond dogs

Ring CEO Jamie Siminoff has indicated that the company's controversial Search Party feature might not always be just for lost dogs, according to emails obtained by 404 Media. A creepy surveillance tool being used to surveil. Who could have predicted that? "I believe that the foundation we created with Search Party, first for finding dogs, will end up becoming one of the most important pieces of tech and innovation to truly unlock the impact of our mission," Siminoff wrote in an email to staffers...

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago

Federal Reserve Says Prediction Markets Are a Valuable Tool for Policymakers

If you're not a Federal Reserve economist, you should probably still be wary of Kalshi.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Gordon Ramsay slams 'stupid' Ozempic-inspired restaurant menu trend

As Ozempic and Mounjaro reshape eating habits, some restaurants are adapting — and Gordon Ramsay isn't impressed.The celebrity chef and star of Fox's "Next Level Chef" said he thinks the new trend of GLP-1-inspired menus at restaurants is "stupid.""If I ever hear that word again, the 'Mounjaro menu,' I will [expletive] flip my lid," Ramsay told Tasting Table.OZEMPIC BOOM COLLIDES WITH AMERICA'S EATING HABITS AS RESTAURANTS SHRINK PORTIONS"I've never heard anything so embarrassing in all my [expl...

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

YouTube is bringing the Gemini-powered 'Ask' button to TVs

YouTube's "Ask" button is making its way to the living room. The Gemini-powered feature is now rolling out as an experiment on smart TVs, gaming consoles and streaming devices. 9to5Google first spotted a Google support page announcing the change.Like on mobile devices and desktop, the feature is essentially a Gemini chatbot trained on each video's content. Selecting that "Ask" button will bring up a series of canned prompts related to the content. Alternatively, you can use your microphone to as...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Plastic surgeon apologizes for failing to 'speak up’ against youth trans surgeries at major NYC hospital

A plastic surgeon who trained at a major Manhattan hospital is apologizing for failing to "speak up" after witnessing minors as young as 13 undergo "irreversible" gender surgeries."As a father to three young children and as a physician who took an oath to do no harm, I failed to speak up, and I just want to thank President Trump for having more clarity on this," Dr. Ira Savetsky said Thursday on "Fox & Friends."Savetsky, who trained at NYU Langone Health, said the culture inside elite medical pr...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

American Jordan Stolz secures silver medal in men's speedskating 1,500-meter event

American Olympian Jordan Stolz just missed out on picking up his third gold medal at the 2026 Winter Games on Thursday, settling for a silver in the men’s speedskating 1,500-meter event.Stolz was just 0.77 seconds behind China’s Ning Zhongyan. Ning set an Olympic record with his time of 1:41.98. Stolz finished ahead of the Netherlands’ Kjeld Nuis. Stolz was in a pair with Norway’s Pedar Kongshaug, who finished in sixth place with a time of 1:43.93.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.C...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Panera Bread data breach exposes 5.1M customers

Another major consumer brand has joined the growing list of companies hit by serious data breaches. Panera Bread has confirmed a cybersecurity incident after the hacking group ShinyHunters claimed it stole millions of customer records.The breach exposes a wide range of personal details, raising real concerns for anyone who has ever placed an order, created an account or shared contact information with the popular bakery chain.Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech tips, urgent secur...

Tech - Engadget - 2 hours ago

Rivian rolls out an Apple Watch app with vehicle controls and digital key support

Rivian suggests that vehicle owners can leave their phone at home (or perhaps in a glove box) and instead control some aspects of their EV using a new Apple Watch app. With a tap of your watch, you can unlock and lock the doors, sound the alarm and vent the windows. After the digital key is set up, R1S and R1T Gen 2 owners can unlock their vehicle automatically simply by walking up to it thanks to the passive car key feature.It's possible to set the cabin temperature and a target state of charge...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Guy Fieri never eats these 6 foods would you?

→ One fast-food giant is ditching nuked meals in a bold bid to boost flavor.→ All-you-can-eat spots are roaring back as savvy diners chase serious value.→ A sweeping new review raises fresh questions about the real payoff of skipping meals for weight loss.→ Guy Fieri, a chef famous for trying everything, has revealed a few firm food refusals.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER→ From Washington's beef pies to Trump's well-done order, presidential palates tell a revealing story.→ Wi...

eco - Wolf Street - 2 hours ago

Pending Home Sales Drop to Record Low in the Data, from Already Low Levels, on Big Drops in the South and Midwest

“Improving affordability conditions have yet to induce more buying activity”: National Association of Realtors.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

US will be ready to strike Iran by Saturday, Trump told

US commanders say forces could sustain weeks of non-stop strikes on Iran.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 hours ago

Best thing since sliced bread? Japan's viral 7-Eleven egg salad sandwich is coming to Canada

Japan's ubiquitous convenience store sandwiches have a cult-like following, and its 7-Eleven stores are described as a national treasure. Now, its crown jewel is coming to Canada: the tamago sando.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Travis Kelce's teammate fires back at assertion Chiefs should part ways with tight end

Kansas City Chiefs star Chris Jones came out in defense of Travis Kelce after a former general manager said the team should move on from the tight end in the offseason.Former New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum said on ESPN’s "SportsCenter" on Wednesday that the Chiefs should cut Kelce and look to upgrade the position with a younger and faster player.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMJones, a defensive tackle, had a two-word response."Shut up," he wrote on X.Tannenbaum ...

Tech - Gizmodo - 2 hours ago

The New ‘Toy Story 5’ Trailer Reminds Us Tech Is a 4-Letter Word

Andrew Stanton wrote and directed the latest in Pixar's much-loved animated franchise, starring the voices of Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, and series newcomer Greta Lee.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Top US military commander visits Venezuela, meets new leader following operation to capture Maduro

The head of the U.S. Southern Command traveled to Venezuela to meet with the country’s acting president just weeks after U.S. forces captured former leader Nicolás Maduro. The trip on Wednesday, described as a surprise visit, was the first to Venezuela by a U.S. military delegation since the Jan. 3 raid to retrieve Maduro, according to Reuters. "The commander of U.S. Southern Command, Marine Gen. Francis L. Donovan, Chargé d’Affaires to the Venezuela Affairs Unit, Ambassador Laura F. Dogu, and U...

Tech - Gizmodo - 2 hours ago

CT Scans Reveal Gruesome Details of Inca Child Sacrifices

New research investigates the centuries-old remains of sacrificial victims recovered from volcanoes in Peru.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Truck launched 100 feet into air crashes through Oregon family home

A truck flew roughly 100 feet into the air before crashing into an Oregon home, police said.The incident occurred just before 3 a.m. on Feb. 13 in a residential neighborhood in Tigard, located about 10 miles south of Portland.Witnesses reported the driver was speeding and driving recklessly when he struck a dirt mound on the side of the road. Investigators believe the impact launched the truck into the air, sending it over a three-foot brick wall and into the side of the house."We’re thankful no...

Tech - Gizmodo - 2 hours ago

‘Starfleet Academy’ Gives Its Kids (and Itself) the Grace to Find Their Own Path

'Ko'Zeine' puts the spotlight on the overachievers of its cadet cast, and in doing so, takes the opportunity to relieve itself from the weight of its own expectations.

Tech - Wired - 2 hours ago

DHS Opens a Billion-Dollar Tab With Palantir

“If you are interested in helping shape and deliver the next chapter of Palantir’s work across DHS, please reach out,” a Palantir executive wrote to employees about the massive purchasing agreement.

Tech - Engadget - 2 hours ago

Orbital AI data centers could work, but they might ruin Earth in the process

At the start of the month, Elon Musk announced that two of his companies SpaceX and xAI  were merging, and would jointly launch a constellation of 1 million satellites to operate as orbital data centers. Musk's reputation might suggest otherwise, but according to experts, such a plan isn't a complete fantasy. However, if executed at the scale suggested, some of them believe it would have devastating effects on the environment and the sustainability of low Earth Earth orbit.     Musk and others a...

Tech - Gizmodo - 2 hours ago
World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Hunter Biden's former 'sugar brother' lawyer drops big money on Swalwell's campaign: 'Biggest cheerleader'

FIRST ON FOX: Wealthy Hollywood lawyer Kevin Morris bankrolled Hunter Biden's legal defense and other bills when he was facing charges for federal firearms and tax crimes, and now he is helping finance the gubernatorial campaign of one of the most vocal defenders of Hunter, a new campaign finance filing reveals.A campaign filing that was released on Tuesday revealed that Morris, who was dubbed Hunter's "sugar brother," for bankrolling his legal bills and lavish lifestyle, donated $29,900 to Rep....

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

MIKE DAVIS: Chicagoland, where teachers can support Charlie Kirk's killing, but not ICE

This is the tale of two teachers in the leftist dump that is Chicagoland. One teacher supported Charlie Kirk’s assassination, as leading school-choice advocate Corey DeAngelis discovered for the world to see. She still has her job. Another teacher made a social media post supporting ICE. He no longer has his job. This situation is an indefensible disgrace. ​​There is a cancerous spread of Chicago’s radical leftist politics into the once-idyllic suburbs.On Sept. 10, 2025, Tyler Robinson sat perch...

Tech - Engadget - 2 hours ago

West Virginia is suing Apple alleging negligence over CSAM materials

The office of the Attorney General for West Virginia announced Thursday that it has filed a lawsuit against Apple alleging that the company had "knowingly" allowed its iCloud platform "to be used as a vehicle for distributing and storing child sexual abuse material." The state alleges this went on for years but drew no action from the tech giant "under the guise of user privacy." In the lawsuit, the state repeatedly cites a text from Apple executive Eric Friedman, in which he calls iCloud "the g...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Federal judge who ordered no warrantless ICE arrests in Colorado asserts DOJ not complying

A federal judge in Colorado has questioned whether the Trump administration is complying with his order barring warrantless ICE arrests in the state, according to Colorado Public Radio.Senior U.S. District Judge R. Brooke Jackson, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama, said during a hearing Wednesday that the Department of Justice appeared to be falling short of his November injunction requiring flight-risk assessments and warrants before detaining people, CPR News reported."These t...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Single dose of powerful psychedelic cuts depression symptoms in clinical study

A single dose of psychedelics significantly reduced symptoms in people with major depressive disorder, a new study found.The clinical trial was led by researchers at Imperial College London, where the team found that participants with depression who took the psychedelic dimethyltryptamine (DMT) had greater reductions in the severity of their condition compared to those who took a placebo.DMT is a naturally occurring psychedelic, similar to compounds found in "magic mushrooms" and serotonin, acco...

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

Italy’s Iconic Lovers’ Arch Collapsed—Ironically—on Valentine’s Day

The beloved attraction fell victim to a recent surge in destructive storms that have ravaged southern Italy.

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

Italy’s Iconic Lovers’ Arch Collapsed—Of All Days—On Valentine’s Day

The beloved attraction fell victim to a recent surge in destructive storms that have ravaged southern Italy.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Russia urges Iran, 'all parties' in Middle East to show restraint amid US military buildup

Russia warned Iran and "all parties in the region to exercise restraint and caution" Thursday amid a U.S. military buildup in the Middle East. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov made the remark as the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, and its strike group are moving from the Caribbean toward the Middle East. "Russia continues to develop relations with Iran, and in doing so, we call on our Iranian friends and all parties in the region to exercise restraint and caution, and we...

Tech - Universe Today - 3 hours ago

Hubble and Euclid Team Up To Identify A Dark Matter Galaxy

We know galaxies by their powerful illumination, generated by multitudes of stars. But some galaxies can be very dim. These are hypothesized to be dark galaxies, or dark matter galaxies. They're theoretical, and only candidates have been identified, but researchers may have confirmed the very first one.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Political stink: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore calls Trump’s sewage spill blame ‘absurd'

Democratic Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland says he didn't seek a political scrap with President Donald Trump."I don't have any personal desire to go back and forth with the President of the United States. That's not why I ran for office," the Democratic governor of the solidly blue state emphasized in a Fox News Digital interview.But like it or not, that's where Moore finds himself.Trump refused to invite Moore to a traditionally bipartisan dinner of all the nations' governors later this week at the ...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Coast Guard caught as ‘collateral damage’ in Democrats' DHS shutdown as China, Russia press US waters

EXCLUSIVE: Republican lawmakers tasked with oversight of the Coast Guard said the lone military branch not under Pentagon authority is being wrongly hurt by Democrats holding up funding for the Department of Homeland Security.Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., is demanding "three basic objectives" to come back to the table, according to CBS News: prohibiting ICE agents from certain properties, unmasking agents in public while mandating bodycams, and addressing use-of-force concerns....

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Family says law enforcement can 'do better' after 13-year-old slashed by repeat offender at Daytona boardwalk

The family of a 13-year-old boy who survived a near-fatal throat slashing on the Daytona Beach Boardwalk on Valentine’s Day is expressing outrage after learning the suspect was out on the streets despite a lengthy criminal record.Jail records show Jermaine Lynn Long, a registered sex offender, was released released just four days before the random attack on Sullivan Clarke. Long faces pending charges from an incident in January when he allegedly assaulted two men with a knife and an 8-foot pole....

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 hours ago

Pneumonia's unwelcome return: Canadian hospital data points to big jump last respiratory illness season

Newly released data backs up what hospitals were experiencing during the last respiratory illness season: A big rise in the number of people being treated for pneumonia. The Canadian Institute for Health Information says children between five and 17 years old were especially hard hit.

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

Nintendo’s Adorable Wooden Amiibos Will Hook Kids on Mario Even Earlier

Nintendo has a slew of new early childhood toys, plus an app that harkens back to the N64.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Federal judge holds DOJ attorney in contempt over ICE case

A Justice Department attorney has been ordered to pay a $500 daily fine after a federal judge found him in civil contempt of court.On Wednesday, Judge Laura Provinzino, who was appointed by former President Joe Biden, found Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Matthew Isihara in civil contempt, hitting him with a daily fine.The judge reportedly said that her goal was to ensure the government complies with her orders regarding Rigoberto Soto Jimenez, a detained Mexican immigrant living in Big Lake, Mi...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Epstein probe leader Comer says 'no one is above the law' after ex-Prince Andrew arrest

The senior lawmaker leading the U.S. House of Representatives investigation of Jeffrey Epstein is the latest high-profile official to sound off on the arrest of former British royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., reiterated the need for accountability and lauded the Trump administration's commitment to releasing its own information on Epstein."There must be accountability for anyone who was involved in Jeffrey Epstein’s horrific crimes," Comer t...

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

Study Confirms: Reentering SpaceX Rockets Are Peppering the Upper Atmosphere With Metal Pollution

For the first time, scientists were able to directly detect upper-atmospheric pollution from space debris.

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

‘House of the Dragon’ Teases an Absolutely Scorching Season 3

HBO returns to Westeros this June with a new installment in the war-torn 'Game of Thrones' prequel.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 hours ago

The price of admission in Jeffrey Epstein’s world: silence

New York Times: Epstein's 'girls' were a constant presence. Why didn’t anybody intervene?

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 hours ago

Hundreds of interviews have revealed how badly the Democrat administration failed to grasp reality

The Columbia University archive reveals deep misreading of US voter anger.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 hours ago

Sarah McLachlan, Allison Russell and Cameron Whitcomb to perform at the 2026 Juno Awards

McLachlan and Russell will perform a special tribute to Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Joni Mitchell.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Emergency scare rocks major cruise ship company as another voyage is canceled

A cruise ship experienced an emergency scare off the coast of Greece this past weekend — requiring help from Greek authorities, according to the local coast guard.One passenger took to Reddit to describe a chaotic scene aboard the Celebrity Infinity cruise ship on Sunday, Feb. 15. "Lost power off the coast of Piraeus (Athens) at 3 a.m.," the Reddit user wrote."Saw multiple tugboats coming over. No air con (rooms are super stuffy), no lights, no running water, no flushing toilets, no hot water/co...

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

A series of deadly California storms continues to bring more rain, snow and danger

Since Monday, a series of storms has drenched much of California and dumped feet of snow in the Sierra.

Regional - New York Times - 3 hours ago

New York to Back Away From Robotaxi Pilot Programs Upstate

Gov. Kathy Hochul had proposed expanding the programs beyond New York City, but they do not have enough support, her office said.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Court storm turns hectic as coach smacks fan's phone; school apologizes for forcing 'reactive situation'

A court storm turned into an extra fiasco after a student appeared to put his phone near Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg's face.Iowa Hawkeyes students and fans rushed the court after their 57-52 victory over the ninth-ranked Cornhuskers, and things took a turn when Hoiberg appeared to smack a phone out of the hand of a student, who appeared to be recording a video.The student got into the handshake line between players and coaches and was whisked away by another Iowa staffer.CLICK HERE FOR MORE...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Heroic bystander recounts staring into eyes of hockey rink shooter during life or death struggle

A bystander’s split-second decision to tackle a shooter at a Rhode Island high school hockey game is being lauded for saving countless lives.Michael Black was watching the game in Pawtucket when authorities say Robert Dorgan, who also goes by the name Roberta Esposito, opened fire. Black described the harrowing moment he chose to run toward the danger."I told my wife to ‘run, run.’ She was sitting next to me with some friends and she got out and I stayed," Black said on "Fox & Friends" Thursday....

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Jon Ossoff calls Trump's election victories sign of ‘disease’ in America

Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., branded President Donald Trump's political rise part of a "deeper disease" during an appearance on CBS' "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" Wednesday, calling the president a product of a "rigged" system.Ossoff told Colbert he had run a business that had helped expose "official corruption, war crimes, abuses of power all over the world," and said, "We worked with people who smuggled the truth out of repressive societies with authoritarian governments. Places where opposition...

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

Nintendo announces surprise Switch 2 version of sci-fi RPG Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition

Last year’s Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition was significant for a few reasons. It was the final major first-party Switch game ahead of the Switch 2’s arrival in June, and the last doomed Wii U game to be granted a second life on Nintendo’s infinitely more successful console. Nearly a year on, a Switch 2 update for one of the most technically impressive games Nintendo has ever published has finally arrived. Somewhat hilariously titled Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Ninten...

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

It’s Not Just Your Screens: Why So Many People Suddenly Need Glasses

A new study suggests that dim lighting may be the underlying reason behind the surge in nearsightedness.

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

It’s Not Just Your Screens: Why So Many People Suddenly Need Reading Glasses

A new study suggests that dim lighting may be the underlying reason behind the surge in nearsightedness.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

DAVID MARCUS: How Stephen Colbert conned Dem donors and burned Jasmine Crockett

Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico’s campaign is $2.5 million richer this week and a bit closer to victory after Stephen Colbert, host of "The Late Show" on CBS, made up a ridiculous lie about being censored by President Trump.It took a few days for the dust to settle, but now that we have a clear picture of what happened, it is about as bad as it can be. In fact, it would likely be a fireable offense if the ratings challenged Colbert was not already slated to get the ax in May.Acc...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Fourth female complainant testifying at sexual assault trial of Frank Stronach

The fourth of seven female complainants is testifying at the sexual assault trial of Canadian businessman Frank Stronach inside a Toronto courtroom.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

HHS wipes out 36,000 pages of ‘regulatory dark matter’ in sweeping child welfare office purge

EXCLUSIVE: The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) overseeing the well-being of children, eliminated thousands of pages of regulatory guidance that had been languishing on the books as far back as 1976, Fox News Digital learned. The Administration for Children and Families is a Health and Human Services agency charged with promoting the economic and social well-being of kids and their families via overseeing programs ...

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

The ‘Doctor Who’ TV Movie Is Getting the Remaster It Deserves

As Paul McGann's debut as the eighth Doctor turns 30 this year, the BBC is celebrating in style.

Tech - It's FOSS - 4 hours ago
Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Grandson of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups inventor accuses Hershey of recipe changes

The grandson of the inventor of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups has lashed out at The Hershey Co., accusing the candy company of hurting the Reese's brand by shifting to cheaper ingredients in many products.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Dozens of health-care workers caught 'snooping' into Lapu-Lapu Day victims' medical records: report

Three dozen health-care professionals were caught “snooping” into the medical records of people who were patients in the aftermath of the Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy in Vancouver last year, according to a new report by B.C.’s information and privacy commissioner.

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

Apple's iPhone Air MagSafe battery pack is cheaper than ever

We found the iPhone Air to have a pretty decent battery life for such a thin-and-light phone, somewhere in the region of 27 hours if you’re continuously streaming video. But it's still a phone, arguably your most used device on a daily basis, so you may need to top it up during the day if you're using it constantly. That’s where Apple’s iPhone Air MagSafe battery pack comes in, and it’s currently on sale for $79. This accessory only works with the iPhone Air, but much like the phone it atta...

World - Fox News - 5 hours ago

Steelers legend Mike Wagner, 4-time Super Bowl champion, dead at 76

Former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Mike Wagner, a four-time Super Bowl champion with the franchise during its "Steel Curtain" dynasty, has died at 76.The Steelers announced Wagner’s death on Wednesday night with a statement."We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mike Wagner, a tremendous player and an integral part of some of the most successful teams in Pittsburgh Steelers history," Steelers owner Art Rooney II said in a statement.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMNo c...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 5 hours ago

Russia warns U.S. military buildup heightening Iran tensions

Russia warned against an "unprecedented escalation of tension" around Iran on Thursday and urged restraint amid a U.S. military buildup in the region that a senior American official said should be complete by mid-March.

World - Fox News - 5 hours ago

Venezuelan opposition leader Machado praises Trump for delivering ‘Berlin Wall’ moment for the Americas

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado on Wednesday declared that a historic turning point has arrived in the Americas — all thanks to President Donald Trump."This is the equivalent to the fall of the Berlin Wall for the Americas, and this has been possible thanks to the courage and vision of President Trump," she said, referencing the Maduro regime's fall on "Jesse Watters Primetime.""As Venezuelans, we are very grateful for what he has done and are looking forward to moving along in...

World - Fox News - 5 hours ago

Trump’s ‘no-nonsense’ DC crackdown tops 10k arrests as DOJ declares era of ‘unchecked violence is over’

EXCLUSIVE: President Donald Trump's Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force has made more than 10,000 arrests since it launched in August 2025, and recovered more than 1,000 illegal firearms from the streets of the nation's capital, Fox News Digital has learned. "President Trump’s federal surge in Washington, D.C. has saved lives and helped restore our Nation’s beautiful capital city for all Americans to enjoy," Attorney General Pamela Bondi said in a comment to Fox News Digital. "Thanks to the ...

Tech - Gizmodo - 5 hours ago

The ‘Sonic’ Movies Have Found Their Amy Rose

Plus, could the new 'Mario' movie include a wild Nintendo crossover?

World - Fox News - 5 hours ago

Democrats turn their backs on DHS and ICE when America needs them most

As the debate over the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill continues, one truth is becoming increasingly clear: Democrats are refusing to stand with the very law enforcement officers tasked with protecting our communities. Instead of supporting DHS and ICE in carrying out their mission, they are pursuing a dangerous crusade to weaken enforcement and undermine the rule of law.My Democratic colleagues are attempting to strip DHS enforcement authority, diminish operational capac...

Regional - L.A. Times - 5 hours ago

Sen. Elizabeth Warren endorses former Rep. Katie Porter for governor

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) endorses former Rep. Katie Porter, her protege and former law student, for governor.

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

AI home search could change how you buy a house

If you have ever searched for a home online, you know the routine. Set a price range. Click a few filters. Run the search. Start over. Again and again.Now imagine skipping all of that and simply saying, "I want a home near good schools with high ceilings, a short commute and a kitchen that feels modern." Then the platform responds like it already understands what matters most to you. Well, that future tech is here.Homes.com, powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI, has launched Homes AI, a fully integ...

Tech - Universe Today - 6 hours ago

Flexible Force Fields Can Protect Our Return to the Moon

Lunar dust remains one of the biggest challenges for a long-term human presence on the Moon. Its jagged, clingy nature makes it naturally stick to everything from solar panels to the inside of human lungs. And while we have some methods of dealing with it, there is still plenty of experimentation to do here on Earth before we use any such system in the lunar environment. A new paper in Acta Astronautica from Francesco Pacelli and Alvaro Romero-Calvo of Georgia Tech and their co-authors describes...

Tech - Engadget - 6 hours ago

Grab this Elevation Lab 10-year extended battery case for AirTag for only $16

If you're an iPhone user who likes to keep tabs on where your stuff is, you can't go far wrong with an AirTag. The second-gen model that Apple just released outpaces the original in every way (aside from the galling lack of a keyring hole, that is). While it's easy enough to replace the battery in both versions of the AirTag, you might not want to have to worry about the device's battery life for a very long time. Enter Elevation Lab's extended battery case for the AirTag, which is currently on ...

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

DC Mayor Bowser declares emergency over Potomac sewage spill, asks for federal help

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser declared a disaster emergency over the Potomac sewage spill on Wednesday and requested federal assistance with the cleanup.The sewage spill has now become the largest in U.S. history, dumping over 240 million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River. President Donald Trump has already lashed out at Maryland Gov. Wes Moore for his handling of the spill, saying he is concerned the river winding around the nation's capital will still stink when America250 ce...

Tech - Wired - 6 hours ago

Best Unlimited Phone Plan: T-Mobile, ATandT, Verizon Compared (2026)

We sifted through the fine print to figure out how to score the best deal on all the major carriers in 2026

Tech - Gizmodo - 6 hours ago

‘Predator: Badlands’ Is a Huge Hulu Hit

Director Dan Trachtenberg notched the streamer’s biggest movie debut since another Trachtenberg-directed ‘Predator’ entry: 2022’s ‘Prey.’

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

Andie MacDowell’s daughter Margaret Qualley’s rise: From small-town Southern dancer to Hollywood star

Margaret Qualley has leaned into her Southern upbringing to transform her work as an actress.During a cover story for Vanity Fair, Qualley shared that, in some ways, she had a normal childhood despite being the daughter of Andie MacDowell and former model, Paul Qualley.Margaret, her sister Rainey and her brother Justin grew up loving grits, sweet tea and spending time at Waffle House, she told Vanity Fair.In an interview with The Evening Standard in 2023, Qualley recalled her experience of being...

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

Martha Stewart says she's cutting gluten after podcast guest claims 3-day reset erased brain fog and bloating

Martha Stewart is considering her next lifestyle experiment — a three-day break from gluten — after a guest on her podcast claimed the short reset cleared brain fog, eased bloating and boosted energy.Jewelry designer Jennifer Fisher, who runs a wellness-focused food business and recently released her cookbook "Trust Your Gut," shared last month on Stewart's podcast that a short, three-day reset without gluten left her feeling dramatically better."By day three, my brain fog had lifted," Fisher sa...

Regional - New York Times - 6 hours ago

Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell to Star in ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ on Broadway

The Marvel alumni Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell will star in Jamie Lloyd’s mischievous take on “Much Ado About Nothing.”

Tech - Wired - 6 hours ago

8 Best Computer Monitors (2026): Budget, OLED, 4K, and More

The Gear team spends countless hours in front of displays while writing for you. So we reviewed those too (including a portable screen).

Regional - L.A. Times - 6 hours ago

Lopez: Their houses burned but they'll return, ready to write Altadena's next chapter

Michele Zack's updated history of Altadena dwells on the past, peeks into the future.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 6 hours ago

Northeast B.C. is ‘one big family’ supporting Tumbler Ridge, says district chair

There's been an outpouring of support across the country, but Peace River Regional District chair Brad Sperling says you can tell how close everyone is in the northeast by looking at what's being said and done locally.

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

'Miracle on Ice' legend shares advice for Team USA women's hockey ahead of gold medal game

Team USA and Canada will reignite their bitter rivalry on Thursday in the gold medal game in women’s ice hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics.All eyes will be on the Americans when the puck drops in Milan, Italy, at 1:10 p.m. ET. "Miracle on Ice" star Jim Craig will be among those watching.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMHe shared some advice for the women’s team ahead of the game."As the women of Team USA go for gold, remember — the moment isn't bigger than you. You've prepared ...

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

RNC sues to stop Democrats' Virginia redistricting push

The Republican National Committee (RNC) and two GOP members of Congress sued Virginia election officials Wednesday in an effort to block Democrats’ push to redraw the state’s congressional map, arguing a proposed constitutional amendment and upcoming special election violate Virginia’s Constitution.In a 48-page complaint filed in Tazewell County Circuit Court, the RNC, the National Republican Congressional Committee, and Reps. Ben Cline and Morgan Griffith of Virginia contend that legislation pa...

World - Fox News - 6 hours ago

California avalanche that killed 8 is deadliest in state history

The avalanche that claimed the lives of eight skiers this week near Lake Tahoe in California is the deadliest in state history. With avalanche warnings in effect through early Thursday, officials are still waiting for a powerful storm to clear so they can recover the bodies of the victims of Tuesday's avalanche, which struck near Frog Lake in the Castle Peak area, northwest of Lake Tahoe. Six of the 15 skiers involved in the avalanche survived, while one remains missing. "The group involved four...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 6 hours ago
World - Fox News - 7 hours ago

Czechia hockey coach says referees are 'afraid to call anything against Canada' after Olympic loss

Czechia Olympic men's hockey coach Radim Rulik condemned referees for their officiating of Wednesday’s Olympic men’s quarterfinals between his team and Canada.Rulik spoke out after his team's 4-3 overtime loss, saying the refs were "afraid to call" any penalties against Canada. "I feel like everyone is afraid to call anything against Canada," Rulik told reporters, according to a translation of his postgame interview.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"The referees really worry me....

Tech - Wired - 7 hours ago

9 Best Android Phones of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Shopping for a phone can be an ordeal. That’s why we’ve tested almost every Android phone, from the smartest to the cheapest—even phones that fold—to find the ones worth your money.