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Regional - CBC NEWS - 32 minutes ago

Canada's unemployment rate ticks down, economy loses 25,000 jobs in January

Canada's unemployment rate ticked down to 6.5 per cent in January, and the economy lost 25,000 jobs, Statistics Canada said on Friday.

Tech - Gizmodo - 50 minutes ago

US Mobile’s Super Bowl Week Promotion Delivers Multi-Network Coverage at Lower Prices

With prices starting at just $15 a month, enjoying fast speeds and a stable connection has never been easier.

Tech - Engadget - 54 minutes ago

EU says TikTok uses 'addictive design' and must change

TikTok’s signature features that hooked users around the world are its algorithm and endless scroll. Now, though, the European Union has called those aspects of the app illegal and may order the company to alter them. “Today, the European Commission preliminarily found TikTok in breach of the Digital Services Act for its addictive design,” the EU’s regulator said in a press release. “This includes features such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and its highly personalized recomme...

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

Sonos soundbars and home theater gear is up to 20 percent off right now

It's big-game season, which means it's a good time to look for home theater gear on sale ahead of Super Bowl 2026. There are plenty of Super Bowl TV deals to consider, but if you have arguably the most important piece of the puzzle down, you may want to upgrade your sound system instead. Sonos' latest sale may have just what you need; a bunch of the company's home theater gear is up to 20 percent off right now. You can save $130 on the Beam (Gen 2) soundbar, bringing its price down to $369, and ...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Pop singer's Olympics USA ad causes firestorm over her allegiance to native Canada: Who is Tate McRae?

Pop star Tate McRae is facing heat after publicly endorsing Team USA in the 2026 Winter Olympics.McRae, a Canadian native, took to Instagram on Wednesday and appeared in an NBC ad for the Milan Cortina Olympics, in which she expressed support for Team USA."I'm trying to get to Milan for an amazing opening ceremony and meet Team USA. Gonna spend the week with some of America's best skating for gold and Lindsey Vonn's epic comeback. And back to the states for the big game, Super Bowl LX," she said...

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago

‘Wizard of Oz’ Will Be Broadcast on TV for the First Time This Century

MeTV, a network focused on classic entertainment, will show the 1939 favorite as part of its Halloween programming.

Tech - Wired - 1 hour ago

NordProtect (2026) Review: A Bundle of ID-Protecting Services

A privacy-minded bundle that’s almost too simple.

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

HBO is making a Baldur's Gate 3 TV show

The Last of Us series co-creator Craig Mazin is teaming with Hasbro Entertainment to create an HBO series based on the popular (and spicy) Baldur’s Gate 3 game, Deadline reported. The show will be simply be called Baldur’s Gate and the story will resume where Baldur’s Gate 3 left off. Mazin will reportedly have full creative control and act as co-creator, writer, executive producer and showrunner. "It is a dream come true to be able to continue the story that [Baldur’s Gate 3 developer] Larian a...

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

The best VPNs with free trials in 2026

A free trial to a virtual private network (VPN) can mean a few different things. Several of the best VPNs let you try them out without paying. A rare few, and only one on this list, let you try them without submitting payment information at all. Some VPNs have forever free plans that let you use them indefinitely without paying, as long as you're OK with some limits.For the most part, though, your best chance to test a VPN for free is to pay for a subscription. Then, if you don't like the servic...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Dr Oz blasts 'white foods' as obesity drivers as federal dietary guidelines continue to make waves

The new dietary guidelines released this year target ultra-processed foods while promoting protein and easing up on saturated fats.CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz told Fox News Digital the guidelines should have happened a long time ago."We've gotten America to realize what we've all, in medicine, known for quite a while — [that if] you eat healthy fats, the right amount of carbohydrates and focus on protein, you're much better off," said Oz in a recent on-camera interview.HEART DOCTORS SAY MILL...

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago
Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

Two years of NordVPN's Complete plan is 70 percent off

NordVPN is offering a significant discount on its two-year plans, with 70 percent off its Complete tier and up to 78 percent off overall. For the Complete tier, the deal brings the total cost down to $130 for 24 months NordVPN regularly appears on Engadget’s list of the best VPN services thanks to its wide server network, strong security tools and consistent performance across devices. NordVPN’s latest promotion puts one of its most comprehensive plans at a price that undercuts many competing pr...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

US ski star Lindsey Vonn stuns in Olympic training run one week after ACL tear

Olympic gold medalist and American ski star Lindsey Vonn continued to defy the odds on Friday when she completed her first training session in the women’s alpine skiing downhill just a week after she completely tore her ACL in a World Cup race. Vonn, wearing the No. 10 bib and a brace on her left knee, successfully completed her run on a day when fog delayed skiers waiting for their turn at the Tofane Alpine Skiing Centre in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. The 41-year-old champion skier, who holds a r...

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

The Morning After: The Switch is officially Nintendo’s most popular console ever

With over 155 million sold, Nintendo’s Switch is officially the company’s biggest console hit ever. It’s been a long road to surpassing the DS, which reached 154 million consoles over its seven-year lifespan. The Switch, meanwhile, is a year shy of its 10-year anniversary. We’ve seen the original console, the non-hybrid Lite and the OLED versions of the Switch over the decade, but despite being replaced by Switch 2, the original is still selling at a strong pace: 1.36 million units in Q3. Just t...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 hours ago

At least 31 killed, more than 160 injured in mosque bombing in Pakistan's capital

A massive bombing ripped through a Shia mosque on the outskirts of Pakistan's capital during Friday prayers, killing 31 people and wounding at least 169 others, police said.

Tech - Universe Today - 2 hours ago

The Dirty Afterlife of a Dead Satellite

Sometimes humans get ahead of ourselves. We embark on grand engineering experiments without really understanding what the long-term implications of such projects are. Climate change itself it a perfect example of that - no one in the early industrial revolution realized that, more than 100 years later, the emissions from their combustion engines would increase the overall global temperature and risk millions of people's lives and livelihoods, let alone the impact it would have on the species we ...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Cancer survivors eating certain food types could face sharply higher risk of death

Cancer survivors consuming high amounts of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may face a significantly higher risk of death, even if the cause is unrelated to the disease itself.A new study from the American Association for Cancer Research linked increased consumption of these largely ready-to-eat, high-sugar, high-salt and high-additive foods to an increased risk of all-cause and cancer-specific mortality."What people eat after a cancer diagnosis may influence survival, but most research in this popu...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

From the Olympic Village to Little League fields, sports still hold America together

Divisions are intensifying across the nation, with a recent poll finding that over half of Americans fear the U.S. is on a path toward civil war and two-thirds believe that American democracy is under serious threat. More than ever, both politicians and everyday Americans need a reminder that we are still one country, and that competition without guardrails quickly becomes something else entirely.While not erasing complicated geopolitical realities, the upcoming Winter Olympics from Feb. 6 to Fe...

Tech - Gizmodo - 2 hours ago

Wizards of the Coast Explains Why ‘Magic’ Secret Lairs Will Stay Frustratingly Hard to Get

In a recent livestream, the team behind the 'Magic' collector drop program explained why they'll never go back to a print-on-demand format.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Washington Post joins other news outlets in laying off race-based journalists

Among the high-profile layoffs at The Washington Post this week was its race-based journalist.Emmanuel Felton, who's X profile now describes himself as the "first and last race and ethnicity reporter" at the Post, revealed he was among the hundreds of staffers who were cut from the "Democracy Dies in Darkness" paper, though he claims his specific ouster "wasn't a financial decision.""This comes six months after hearing in a national meeting that race coverage drives subscriptions," Felton posted...

Tech - Wired - 2 hours ago

Waymo Hits a Rough Patch In Washington, DC

The company’s robotaxi service is supposed to launch in the US capital this year. But while service rollouts have been relatively smooth in other cities, DC’s rules have made things tricky.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Ballot box shocker: Progressive backed by Sanders, AOC on verge of upset in Dem congressional primary

A far-left candidate backed by progressive champions Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., is close to pulling off an upset victory with votes still being counted in a Democratic congressional primary for a blue-leaning seat in New Jersey.Analilia Mejia, a progressive organizer, has a slight lead – 486 votes out of more than 61,000 counted – over former Democratic Rep. Tom Malinowski in the battle for their party's nomination in New Jersey's 11th Congressional Di...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 hours ago

Stellantis sells its stake of Ontario battery factory to South Korea's LG Energy Solution

NextStar was a joint venture between the two companies that came about in 2022 to build Canada’s first large-scale batter manufacturing facility in Windsor, Ont.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Nancy Guthrie's son sends captors message after alleged ransom note deadline and more top headlines

1. Nancy Guthrie's son sends captors message after alleged ransom note deadline2. Second deadline in alleged Nancy Guthrie ransom demand 'far more consequential' 3. Authorities share new details in Nancy Guthrie disappearance as FBI offers $50K rewardPRECIOUS CARGO – Iran seizes 2 oil tankers in Persian Gulf before planned US-Iran talks in Oman. Continue reading …LOGGED OFF – Harris mocked for 'cringe' social media rebrand attempt after failed White House bid. Continue reading …ROCK VS WOKE – Wh...

Tech - Engadget - 2 hours ago

How to watch the Opening Ceremony at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics today

The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games kick off with the Opening Ceremony this Friday. Here's how to watch. (REUTERS/Claudia Greco) REUTERS / Reuters The 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin this week, and this year's Opening Ceremony promises to be one for the ages. The three-hour event will feature performances from Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, 3,000 athletes participating in the Parade of Nations, and not one but two Olympic cauldrons being lit. (One at Milan's Arco del...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Chuck Schumer under fire after brazenly calling voter ID 'Jim Crow 2.0'

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer faced backlash on Thursday after he doubled down on comparing voter ID legislation to "Jim Crow" policies.Schumer has pushed back multiple times on a Republican plan to add the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require states to obtain proof of citizenship in person when people register to vote and remove noncitizens from voter rolls, to the spending package being debated in Congress."So, Leader Schumer, this talk about election sec...

Tech - Wired - 2 hours ago

Why the Artemis II Crew Stays in Quarantine Before Their Journey to Moon

For two weeks, medical experts monitor the astronauts as they remain indoors, live in isolation, and avoid physical touch, all to prevent harmful microbes from traveling to space.

Tech - Wired - 2 hours ago

Why a Dehumidifier Is One of My Favorite Gadgets

A good dehumidifier can banish damp and mold, and help you keep a comfortable temperature in your home.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Fox News Digital's News Quiz: February 6, 2026

Test your news knowledge with this week's Fox News Digital News Quiz, in which the FBI made a disturbing find in a Las Vegas house, and Ellen DeGeneres is on the move after pledging to stay in the U.S. due to President Donald Trump's election?Looking for another challenge?Bill Belichick gets snubbed and Virginia Commonwealth University fires someone over TikTok videos in last week's News Quiz.Test your knowledge of tourist trade-offs and political personalities and more in this week's American C...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Haunting ancient battle trumpet unearthed in landscape tied to legendary queen

Archaeologists recently unearthed a stunning relic from the early days of ancient Britain: a Celtic battle trumpet, possibly tied to the tribe of the legendary Queen Boudica.In January, Historic England announced that a variety of Iron Age objects were found during a routine archaeological excavation.The star of the cache was a near-complete Iron Age battle trumpet, or carnyx — used to blare eerie sounds in battle and rally troops against the enemy.LANDMARK COIN TIED TO LEGENDARY RULER PRESERVED...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Prince William's 'zero tolerance' tested as Sarah Ferguson emails reveal crude comment to Epstein: expert

Prince William’s reported "zero tolerance" for royal ties to Jeffrey Epstein is being tested once again after newly released emails involving Sarah Ferguson prompted experts to say the duchess is now "unfit for any royal proximity."An email where Ferguson made a crude comment about her then-19-year-old daughter surfaced in the latest batch of documents released by the Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ recently released more than 3 million Epstein records, including his personal emails. Inclus...

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

Why some fear Burbank airport is an accident waiting to happen. 'Everybody has had concerns'

Pilots who regularly fly in and around Hollywood Burbank airport said its proximity to Van Nuys airport makes it particularly vulnerable to a midair collision. Some worry enough hasn't been done to mitigate crossover between aircraft in the area.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

Arellano: Petty Trump spikes football over nearly 200-year-old Mexican-American War

It was a war fueled by colonialism, launched with the intent of humiliating a weaker country, fought in the name of revenge and waged by a racist president.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

Homeboy Industries to convert Monastery of the Angels into treatment facility

Homeboy Industries this week purchased the Monastery of the Angels in the Hollywood Hills and plans to turn the four-acre property into a mental health and substance abuse treatment center.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

Tens of thousands of Californians pay more for health insurance this year after subsidy cuts

Tens of thousands of middle-class Californians now face higher health insurance premiums after Congress let enhanced federal subsidies expire Dec. 31.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

California wanted to buy e-bikes for residents. Glitches, funding short-circuited the effort

About 2,300 Californians secured state-funded vouchers covering up to $2,000 of the purchase price for an e-bike. The goal was to make the electric-powered two-wheelers more accessible for lower-income residents.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

Chabria: MAGA launches another 'save the children' campaign targeting LGBTQ+ families

MAGA has built its rage-filled movement pretending to protect children. Now, it's going after LGBTQ+ marriage, claiming it harms kids.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

LAPD officer investigated for using photo of disgraced detective as phone lock screen

Sources told The Times that an LAPD officer came under scrutiny after supervisors reviewing body-camera footage noticed his personal cellphone displayed the face of one of the largest scandals in LAPD history.

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Figure Skaters at the 2026 Winter Olympics Are Pushing the Limits of What’s Possible

For years, quad axel jumps seemed impossible. Then Ilia Malinin landed one in 2022. As he heads to the Milano Cortina Games, everyone wants to know what’s next.

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Public Health Workers Are Quitting Over Assignments to Guantánamo

Doctors, nurses, and other officers are increasingly being deployed to ICE detention centers. Some have resigned in protest, while others offer a rare look into bleak conditions.

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Sports Betting Is Skyrocketing. Will It Take Over the Olympics?

Typically, the Olympics aren’t a hotbed of gambling. For the 2026 Winter Games, sportsbooks and betting platforms are watching for illicit activity while testing new ways to get people to bet.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 hours ago

Americans hand Canada's Peterman, Gallant 1st loss in Olympic mixed doubles curling

The Canadian mixed doubles curling team of Jocelyn Peterman and Brett Gallant suffered their first loss at the Milano-Cortina Olympic Games on Friday.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Hegseth says US strikes force some cartel leaders to halt drug operations

War Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday that some cartel drug traffickers operating in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility have halted narcotics activity following recent U.S. military strikes in the Caribbean."WINNING: Some top cartel drug-traffickers in the @SOUTHCOM AOR have decided to cease all narcotics operations INDEFINITELY due to recent (highly effective) kinetic strikes in the Caribbean," Hegsth wrote in a post on X.Hegseth credited President Donald Trump with directing t...

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Arguments in a Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial Start Next Week. This Is What's at Stake

Juries will soon hear arguments in a case against Meta and Google that could reshape social media protections for kids.

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Tax Services of 2026: TurboTax and HandR Block Tested

We tested five popular tax services to see which is the best to choose in 2026. Plus, we’ve rounded up helpful tips and guidance to lessen the headache of filing.

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Best Slippers for Working From Home or Relaxing (2026)

We tried dozens of house shoes to find the best pairs for working from home, running errands, and avoiding cold floors. Here are the ones worth your feet.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Fox Nation reveals the scandals and secrets of America’s first presidents in ‘The White House’

Fox Nation’s original docudrama series ‘The White House’ takes viewers inside the betrayals, scandals and power struggles that shaped America’s earliest presidents and their families.The eight-part series spans from John Adams’ presidency through James Madison’s tenure, ending with the deadly War of 1812 and the burning of the White House.Premiering February 6 with a two-episode debut, the series dramatizes real events from the White House’s formative years, beginning with President John Adams.T...

Regional - New York Times - 4 hours ago

A New Archbishop for New York City

Ronald Hicks, the new leader of the Archdiocese of New York, introduced himself to the region’s more than 2.5 million Catholics.

Regional - New York Times - 4 hours ago

7 Brothers, a Rom-com and a Dream

These siblings (and an in-law) turned their childhood love of movies into a family enterprise that has resulted in “Solo Mio,” starring Kevin James.

Tech - Wired - 4 hours ago

Buying a Mattress in 2026? We Tested 100+ and These Were the Standouts

WIRED has tested 100-plus bed-in-a-box mattresses for a week each. Our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid, is the best bed you can buy online.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Minnesota green energy program funded by Obama fined for killing bald eagle: ‘National treasure’

Editor’s note: This story includes graphic images of the remains of an animal that some readers may find disturbing.EXCLUSIVE: The University of Minnesota is facing a proposed penalty of over $14,000 after it was discovered that a green energy initiative funded by a grant from the Obama administration was responsible for the gruesome death of an American bald eagle.The incident occurred at the University of Minnesota’s Eolos Wind Energy Research Field Station in Dakota County, Minnesota.Photos o...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Palantir's Shyam Sankar: Here's what executive and leaders using AI should do

Shyam Sankar, the chief technology officer and executive vice president of Palantir Technologies, told Fox News Digital that artificial intelligence will be a "massively meritocratic force" within the workplace and offered advice to corporate leaders on how to best position their companies and employees for success.As AI adoption becomes an increasingly essential part of staying ahead of the curve across industries, many executives feel growing pressure to keep pace with other corporations alrea...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

SEN JOHN KENNEDY: Democrats’ defund-the-police plan failed, but here they go again

As I’ve watched the protests in Minneapolis, it seems obvious to me that America is at risk of falling face-first into another disastrous anti-law-enforcement crisis.Here’s a cold dish of truth: There are some people in this world who enjoy hurting other people and taking other people’s stuff. These people aren’t sick. They’re not confused. They’re not mixed up. It’s not that their mothers or fathers didn’t love them enough. They’re just antisocial. I don’t know why God made some people that way...

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

The best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2026

If your Wi-Fi struggles to reach every corner of your house, it’s probably not your internet plan that’s the problem. A single router can only do so much, especially in larger spaces or homes with thick walls. That’s where the best mesh Wi-Fi system comes in, replacing one overworked router with a Wi-Fi mesh network designed to deliver high-speed coverage across your entire home.A whole home mesh Wi-Fi setup uses multiple nodes that act as shared access points, spreading your connection more eve...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Why Melania's hit documentary terrifies critics who desperately wanted her to fail

The film "Melania," a documentary about First Lady Melania Trump, made nearly $8 million on its opening weekend, making it the highest-grossing documentary in a decade. It’s a huge win for the first lady and a crushing defeat for those rooting against her.The director of "Melania," Brett Ratner, has previously helmed Hollywood blockbusters such as "Rush Hour" and "X-Men: The Last Stand." The fact that Ratner is already an established brand in Hollywood is noteworthy. During the first Trump term,...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

I infiltrated radical groups 40 years ago. Leftists are desperate for martyrs

It appears that agitators are trying to spark confrontations with federal law enforcement that could lead to protesters being harmed, even killed, to spark outrage and support for their cause.It’s a sick story. It sounds outrageous. But it’s true, and everything old is new again.I saw it 40 years ago and testified about it to Congress. Today we are seeing again: Inserting American citizens into flashpoints as part of a political strategy to get people shot for the purpose of inflaming the public...

Tech - Wired - 4 hours ago

‘Uncanny Valley’: Tech Elites in the Epstein Files, Musk’s Mega Merger, and a Crypto Scam Compound

Several big names in tech turned up in the Epstein files. In this episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts break down what it all means, plus catch you up on other big stories of the week.

Tech - Wired - 5 hours ago

8 Best Couples Sex Toys (2026), Tested and Reviewed

No matter if you’re in the same room or an ocean away, these sex toys will help you stay connected to your partner.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 5 hours ago

U.S.-Russia nuclear weapons treaty has expired. What happens now?

The treaty between the U.S. and Russia limiting their deployment of strategic nuclear weapons has expired, leaving plenty of questions about what U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin intend to do next.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 5 hours ago

A tale of two winters: Blooms in Vancouver, blizzards in Toronto

One city in bloom, and another freezing under a blanket of snow. Canada's extreme winters bring all kinds of surprises along the country's vast and varied landscape, and this year those contrasts are especially sharp between two of its biggest cities, Vancouver and Toronto.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 5 hours ago

Thanks to Bad Bunny, Puerto Rican Spanish has gone global. But what makes the dialect different?

The explosive success of Bad Bunny has brought Puerto Rican Spanish, a Caribbean dialect known for its musical rhythm, to the globe. Though the Spanish variant has been looked down on in the past, some experts say the popularity of his music may be changing that. 

Tech - It's FOSS - 5 hours ago

I Ditched Claude Code and Now Using Open Source Qwen AI for Real Sysadmin Work

An AI assistant in the terminal can help you guide through the process, help you move faster with your tasks. I tested Qwen Code and share my findings with you.

Regional - New York Times - 6 hours ago

New York’s Next Archbishop Introduces Himself to ‘the Parish of America’

On the eve of his installation, Bishop Ronald A. Hicks led a Vespers prayer service, conscious of the weight of representing more than 2.5 million Catholics.

Regional - New York Times - 6 hours ago

Why Are These Women Being Denied Visits With Loved Ones in NY Prisons?

Women hoping to visit their loved ones at New York prisons are being turned away after scanners pick up what they say are menstrual products. Some have had their visitation rights suspended.

Regional - New York Times - 6 hours ago

New York Grants Pregnant Workers Paid Leave. How Many Know That?

The state is the first in the United States to require paid leave for prenatal care. While some women are using the time off for medical appointments, others don’t know that it’s available.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 7 hours ago

Canadian tourist Piper James’ parents join ceremony at Australian beach where died

Piper James' body was found surrounded by dingoes on K’gari, formerly Fraser Island.

Tech - It's FOSS - 8 hours ago
Tech - It's FOSS - 8 hours ago

DI.DAY is a Movement to Encourage People to Ditch Big Tech

A new day for privacy advocates to look forward to.

Regional - New York Times - 9 hours ago

New Jersey House Primary Remains Too Close to Call

Two Democrats, Analilia Mejia and Tom Malinowski, were leading in a race for their party’s nomination to replace Gov. Mikie Sherrill in the House.

World - Fox News - 9 hours ago

US forces kill two suspected narco-terrorists in Eastern Pacific lethal strike operation

U.S. forces carried out a lethal kinetic strike Thursday on a vessel allegedly operated by a designated terrorist organization, killing two suspected narco-terrorists.U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) said intelligence confirmed the vessel was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific and was engaged in narco-trafficking operations.Thursday’s strike marked the second U.S. strike this year. A previous strike also killed two suspected narco-terrorists and left one sur...

World - New Zealand Herald News - 9 hours ago

Giorgia Meloni-style cherub in Rome basilica covered after investigation

Italy’s Ministry of Culture has tightened approval rules for future work.

World - Fox News - 9 hours ago

Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger wins NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year

Cleveland Browns rookie linebacker Carson Schwesinger was named the Defensive Rookie of the Year for the 2025 NFL season.Schwesinger won the award over New York Giants' Abdul Carter, Seattle Seahawks’ Nick Emmanwori, and Atlanta Falcons’ Xavier Watts and James Pearce Jr.Schwesinger finished with 40 of 50 first-place votes, beating out Emmanwori, who came in second place with 199 points total and seven first-place votes.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMSchwesinger was the favorit...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Browns' Myles Garrett, Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba take home top honors

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett and Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba were named the NFL’s Defensive and Offensive Players of the Year respectively on Thursday night at the NFL Honors.Garrett was the unanimous choice for NFL Defensive Player of the Year and it was the second time in his career that he was awarded the honor.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe Browns star set the NFL mark with 23 sacks in a single season, surpassing Pittsburgh Steeler...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Second, 'far more consequential' ransom deadline expires Monday for missing Nancy Guthrie, TMZ founder says

A second, "far more consequential" deadline outlined in the alleged Guthrie ransom note expires Monday, TMZ founder Harvey Levin told Fox News on Thursday.During an interview with "Hannity," Levin shared new details into the alleged ransom note received by the outlet, which he said appears to have come from captors of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie."When I said there are two deadlines, yes — there is one that changes the demand, and that's the one that has already ...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford wins NFL MVP

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named NFL Most Valuable Player for 2025 on Thursday night. Stafford was presented the award at the NFL Honors in California after a career season for the Rams. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMAt 37 years old, Stafford led the NFL in both passing yards (4,707) and passing touchdowns (46), while recording a career-low eight interceptions. His individual production guided the Rams to the NFC Championship Game, where their season en...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Harvey Levin gives explosive update on purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note on ‘Hannity’

TMZ founder Harvey Levin appeared on "Hannity" Thursday night, providing explosive new information about a purported ransom note his newsroom received in the case of the missing Nancy Guthrie.Guthrie, 84, who is the mother of NBC's "Today" anchor Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since early Sunday morning, and authorities are racing to find clues as to her whereabouts. Friday will be day six of the investigation.Levin outlined that while an initial Thursday deadline for the alleged ransom note...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Harvey Levin gives explosive update on purported Nancy Levin ransom note on ‘Hannity’

TMZ founder Harvey Levin appeared on "Hannity" Thursday night, providing explosive new information about a purported ransom note his newsroom received in the case of the missing Nancy Guthrie.Guthrie, 84, who is the mother of NBC's "Today" anchor Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since early Sunday morning, and authorities are racing to find clues as to her whereabouts. Friday will be day six of the investigation.Levin outlined that while an initial Thursday deadline for the alleged ransom note...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Mike Vrabel wins Coach of Year after historic Patriots turnaround ahead of Super Bowl LX

Mike Vrabel is focused on winning his first-ever Super Bowl as a head coach, but he was already honored this week in San Francisco.The New England Patriots head coach was named Coach of the Year at the NFL Honors on Thursday night.Vrabel won the award over his opponent on Sunday in Super Bowl LX, Seattle Seahawks’ Mike Macdonald, San Francisco 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan, Jacksonville Jaguars’ Liam Coen, and Chicago Bears’ Ben Johnson.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThis is the second...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Controversial Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026 revealed

The Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026 was officially revealed on Thursday, and Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft were left out of Canton.Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly, Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri, San Diego Chargers and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and San Francisco 49ers running back Roger Craig were named to the class that will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in August.CLICK H...

World - New Zealand Herald News - 10 hours ago

Grandparents of missing Australian boy Gus Lamont break silence after police update

His disappearance is now being investigated as a major crime.

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Alleged Sinaloa Cartel fentanyl producer charged in newly unsealed US federal indictment

An alleged top Sinaloa Cartel fentanyl producer accused of supplying millions of deadly pills to the Chapitos was charged in a newly unsealed U.S. indictment after Mexican authorities arrested Ivan Valerio Sainz Salazar in Sinaloa, federal prosecutors said.The Department of Justice (DOJ) said Thursday that Sainz Salazar, also known as "Mantecas," is charged with fentanyl trafficking and weapons offenses tied to an alleged conspiracy to manufacture the drug for the Sinaloa Cartel and smuggle it i...

World - Fox News - 10 hours ago

Alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl producer charged in newly unsealed US federal indictment

An alleged top Sinaloa cartel fentanyl producer accused of supplying millions of deadly pills to the Chapitos was charged in a newly unsealed U.S. indictment after Mexican authorities arrested Ivan Valerio Sainz Salazar in Sinaloa, federal prosecutors said.The Department of Justice (DOJ) said Thursday that Sainz Salazar, also known as "Mantecas," is charged with fentanyl trafficking and weapons offenses tied to an alleged conspiracy to manufacture the drug for the Sinaloa cartel and smuggle it i...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

LSU football coach Lane Kiffin rails against College Football Playoff schedule: 'Got even worse'

Although the College Football Playoff will remain a 12-team field in 2026, the tournament's committee has unveiled postseason dates and bowl sites for the next two seasons.The decisions centered around the dates for quarterfinal and semifinal games, as well as the move to push the championship game back to even further in January has drawn some backlash. New LSU coach Lane Kiffin is among those speaking out against the scheduling.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMQuarterfinals in...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 11 hours ago

#TheMoment wrestlers battled in front of a live orchestra

Pro wrestler James Roth and orchestra conductor Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser tell The National about the moment wrestlers brawled in front of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra.

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Comedian Steve Treviño believes Hollywood rejects him for promoting 'family, God and country'

Comedian Steve Treviño opened up about how he believes Hollywood has turned its back on him due to his conservative values, including his promotion of family, faith and country.During a Wednesday appearance on the "Like A Farmer" podcast, the 48-year-old comic questioned why he was not offered another Netflix deal after his 2024 stand-up special "Steve Treviño: Simple Man," which premiered in March 2024, ranked near the top of the platform’s comedy charts."Hollywood does not like us," he said. "...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Fox News True Crime Newsletter: No suspects identified in disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as deadline passes

NANCY GUTHRIE TIMELINE: First ransom deadline passes as NBC host's family pleads with abductorsDESPERATE MESSAGE: Guthrie family pleads for 'way to communicate' with captors as first deadline passesURGENT APPEAL: Authorities say no suspects in disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as officials offer $50K rewardTIPS ON NANCY GUTHRIE: 1-800-CALL-FBIFOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON XCRUEL DISTRACTION: California man arrested for sending texts to Guthrie family asking for bitcoin during missing mother cas...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Civil rights groups issue Florida travel advisory for FIFA World Cup over immigration enforcement tactics

A group of immigrant and civil rights organizations issued a travel advisory on Thursday warning foreign tourists to reconsider travel to Florida for FIFA World Cup matches over the government's illegal immigration enforcement tactics and detention centers like "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Sunshine State.The advisory suggested fans visiting from other countries carry IDs and register travel with their consulate before coming to the U.S. for the tournament, which kicks off in June."Recent reportin...

Regional - New York Times - 11 hours ago

Muslims Move to Assert Political Power in New York City

Zohran Mamdani’s ascension to mayor has given Muslim organizers and faith leaders the impetus to insert themselves into more formal political alliances and networks.

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Guardians' Emmanuel Clase accused of rigging pitches in dozens of games

Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase faced additional allegations of rigging pitches to benefit bettors in a new document filed on Thursday.Clase is accused of throwing suspicious pitches to benefit those who placed wagers on him in at least 48 games, according to ESPN. The initial indictment filed in November accused Clase of rigging pitches in specific games between May 2023 and June 2025.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMFox News Digital reached out to Clase’s attorney fo...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Kamala Harris mocked after relaunch of campaign account as ‘Gen-Z led progressive content hub’

Former Vice President Kamala Harris received widespread mockery online on Thursday after re-launching her campaign account as a "Gen-Z led progressive content hub."In the months after her defeat in the 2024 presidential election, there has been a great deal of debate over what Harris’ future political aspirations might be.Her decision not to run for California governor was seen as a sign she plans to run for the 2028 election cycle. The account, now dubbed "HQ" and "@headquarters_67," a possible...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Panthers star Tetairoa McMillan wins Offensive Rookie of the Year after slur controversy

Carolina Panthers star receiver Tetairoa McMillan was named the NFL's 2025 Offensive Rookie of the Year just hours after apologizing for using a racial slur during an e-sports event Wednesday night. McMillan won the award over New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart, New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson, New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough and Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver Emeka Egbuka.McMillan, nicknamed "Tet," found himself in some controversy Wednesday night, though, a...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

JD Vance should have been sold by his mother for drugs, NYT columnist says

New York Times columnist Jamelle Bouie suggested Vice President JD Vance's mother was right to have attempted to sell him for drugs in a Bluesky post on Wednesday.In a series of comments on the left-wing platform, Bouie criticized Vance for a recent interview with the Daily Mail where he declined to apologize to Minnesota shooting victim Alex Pretti's family after accusing him of showing up with "ill intent" at an immigration enforcement protest."[T]his is a wicked man who knows he is being wick...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Women's sports activists react as boxer Imane Khelif makes confession about biological sex

Boxer Imane Khelif admitted to having the SRY gene, located on the Y chromosome which is found in biological males and undergoing hormone treatments to lower testosterone levels ahead of the 2024 Olympics, in an interview with the French sports publication L'Equipe. Khelif has denied being transgender. "We all have different genetics, different hormone levels. I'm not transgender. My difference is natural. This is who I am. I haven't done anything to change the way nature made me. That's why I'm...

World - Fox News - 11 hours ago

Women's sports activists react after boxer Imane Khelif makes confession about biological sex

Boxer Imane Khelif admitted to having the SRY gene, located on the Y chromosome, which is found in biological males, and undergoing hormone treatments to lower testosterone levels ahead of the 2024 Olympics in an interview with the French sports publication L'Equipe. Khelif has denied being transgender. "We all have different genetics, different hormone levels. I'm not transgender. My difference is natural. This is who I am. I haven't done anything to change the way nature made me. That's why I'...

eco - Wolf Street - 12 hours ago

Bitcoin Treasury Company Strategy [MSTR] Plunged 77% from its High, Joins our Imploded Stocks. Bitcoin Plunged only 50%

The miracle of valuing the company’s stock far higher than its bitcoin holdings came unglued. Then bitcoin plunged.

World - Fox News - 12 hours ago

No clear champion of cash payment reparations among Democrats in California gubernatorial race

Among all the 2026 California gubernatorial candidates, none appear to be a champion of reparations, even in the form of direct cash payments.Per the San Francisco Chronicle, many of the candidates attended the "State of Black Bay Area Report & 2026 CA Gubernatorial Forum" hosted by the Urban League of Greater San Francisco Bay Area on Jan. 26, explaining what they would do for Black Californians.The Democratic candidates vying to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom, D., were asked what they would do to h...

World - Fox News - 12 hours ago

Tom Brady’s neutral Super Bowl stance sparks backlash from Patriots' Robert Spillane and franchise greats

Despite leading the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl titles during his storied two-decade career with the franchise, Tom Brady said he doesn't have "a dog in the fight" in this week's big game.Brady's stance drew strong responses from both his former teammates and current Patriots players.Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane was among those who expressed angst over Brady’s position. "Personally it makes me sick," Spillane said Thursday during a Super Bowl week media availability, via MassLi...

World - Fox News - 12 hours ago

Eagles stars 'block out the outside noise' around coach Nick Sirianni amid criticism over tough season

If the Philadelphia Eagles are not playing for a Super Bowl, Nick Sirianni is apparently on the hot seat.The Eagles head coach appeared to have his job in jeopardy last year after a disappointing finish to the 2023 season, until he won the Super Bowl.This season, though, the Eagles did not look like the same team, and it has resulted in the firing of offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo after one season.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Sirianni remains safe despite the outcry, y...

World - Fox News - 12 hours ago

White House slams Democrat governor for urging public to track ICE agents with new video portal

The White House and conservatives are slamming New Jersey Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill after she announced her administration is launching a portal to monitor U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers and alert people to their presence.Sherrill, a U.S. Navy veteran who entered office just a few weeks ago, encouraged New Jerseyans to film federal immigration enforcement operations when they see them, saying on a recent episode of The Daily Show, "We want documentation, and we are going ...

World - Fox News - 12 hours ago

Medal of Honor for Staff Sgt Michael Ollis after 13 years brings bittersweet 'validation,' sister says

The sister of Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, a soldier who will be awarded the Medal of Honor 13 years after sacrificing himself to save others from a suicide bombing in Afghanistan, said the decision brought long-awaited validation after the award was denied to him under President Barack Obama and President Joe Biden.Kimberly Ollis-Losciavo described her reaction to the news of her brother's recognition, which was delivered by President Donald Trump in a phone call to her parents, as "appreciat...