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Tech - Gizmodo - 56 minutes ago

Dan Trachtenberg’s Paramount Deal Doesn’t Kill His ‘Predator’ Plans

The director of 'Prey' and 'Predator: Badlands' spoke to io9 about his filmmaking future.

Tech - Wired - 58 minutes ago

RFK Jr. Says Americans Need More Protein. His Grok-Powered Food Website Disagrees

The site Realfood.gov uses Elon Musk's Grok chatbot to dispense nutrition information—some of which contradicts the government’s new guidelines.

Regional - New York Times - 1 hour ago

Analilia Mejia Declares Victory in NJ Race After Her Main Rival Concedes

Tom Malinowski, who was battered by negative advertising, congratulated Analilia Mejia, a political organizer running for Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s vacant seat in Congress, on a “hard-won victory.”

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 hour ago

What makes 'Quad God' Ilia Malinin so good at landing the hardest jump in figure skating?

U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin is no stranger to making history. He became the first person to successfully land a quadruple axel in competition and is widely known for his quad-jumping prowess. Kurt Browning, the legendary Canadian figure skater who was the first person to ever land a ratified quad jump in competition, tells us what makes Malinin so good at it.

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago
Regional - L.A. Times - 1 hour ago

Prosecutors add charges against L.A. soccer coach accused of raping and killing teen

Soccer coach Mario Edgardo Garcia-Aquino was charged with sexually abusing and killing a teen last year. Prosecutors on Tuesday filed an additional nine counts of sexual abuse against him involving another player he previously coached.

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

Facebook is offering Meta AI-powered animations for profile photos

Meta has been going all in on AI, whether people want it or not, and now it's bringing more features in that vein to Facebook. The network's latest move is to let people use Meta AI to animate their profile photos. Because what better way to express your individuality than to use a pre-canned AI-generated animation on your own face?Meta AI is also coming for your Facebook Stories and Memories. The network's Restyle lets you use gen-AI to change up the aesthetic of your posts. You can once again ...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 1 hour ago

Conservative MP says he's refusing annual pay raise set for April

A Conservative MP says he is asking the House of Commons to freeze his salary before parliamentarians get their annual pay bump in April.

Tech - Engadget - 1 hour ago

Get two years of Surfshark VPN for up to 87 percent off

If you’ve been thinking about signing up for a VPN, Surfshark has solid deals on its two-year plans right now. Surfshark’s One plan is 87 percent off right now when you pay for two years upfront, plus you’ll get three extra months free. That comes out to a total of $62 for the first 27 months of access. We’ve generally liked Surfshark as a straightforward, speedy service for everyday use, and it’s one of the picks in our guide to the best VPNs. In our Surfshark review, we found it delivered exce...

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago

The Brendan Fraser-Rachel Weisz ‘Mummy’ Reunion Is Coming in 2028

The much-anticipated fourth 'Mummy' film will be directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett and now has a release date to look forward to.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Crockett disputes opponent's denial of 'mediocre Black man' comment, calls out 'well-intentioned White folk'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, reacted to some remarks her opponent, Texas state Rep. James Talarico, allegedly made about their former opponent in the Senate race, Colin Allred, during a podcast on Monday — taking aim at what "well-intentioned White folk" say about minorities behind closed doors."As a political candidate, before my opponent responded, I absolutely stuck with the 'allegedly' type of language," Crockett said during an interview with Gerren Keith Gaynor from The Grio. Crockett co...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

‘Duck Dynasty’ star refuses to let children watch 'debaucherous' Super Bowl halftime shows

As millions of families tuned in for the Super Bowl, Zach Dasher said his household made a different choice."The Duck Dynasty" alum argued that the halftime show has become increasingly inappropriate for kids — and he’s decided to turn it off entirely.Dasher, a member of the Robertson family, said he no longer allows his children to watch the halftime show, calling it "debaucherous" and increasingly inappropriate for families.BAD BUNNY WIPES INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT AFTER MIXED SUPER BOWL PERFORMANCE R...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

GOP mutiny forces House Speaker Mike Johnson to delay vote on key piece of Trump’s agenda

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., was forced to delay a key vote in the House of Representatives on Tuesday as GOP leaders work to quell a burgeoning mutiny within their ranks.House Republican leaders had planned for a measure in the early afternoon that, if successful, would block the House from voting on reversing President Donald Trump's tariffs. It comes after Democrats planned to force such a vote specifically targeting Trump's Canada tariffs sometime this week.But Johnson is currently dealing w...

Tech - Wired - 1 hour ago

Palantir CEO Alex Karp Recorded a Video About ICE for His Employees

In a video shared with Palantir employees, Alex Karp did not explain how ICE is utilizing the company’s products. Instead, workers were told they can sign NDAs if they want detailed information.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Olympic medalist voluntarily admits to cheating on 'gold medal' girlfriend of 6 months in emotional interview

Sturla Holm Laegreid earned a bronze medal in the Olympics this week, but he was not able to share it with one special person: a woman he recently cheated on.The Norwegian took bronze, his first individual Olympic medal, in the biathlon on Tuesday and fought back tears in a post-event interview — not about the medal, but about "the biggest mistake of my life.""There's someone I wanted to share it with who might not be watching today. Six months ago, I met the love of my life — the most beautiful...

Regional - L.A. Times - 1 hour ago

Older Asians could be susceptible to ATM robberies during Lunar New Year, officials warn

A Lunar New Year tradition of giving cash to loved ones could make elderly Asians vulnerable to robberies when they withdraw from ATMs, authorities warn.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

NY Times walks back stance on marijuana legalization, admits loosening of policies has made country worse off

The New York Times editorial board walked back some of its previous stances on marijuana legalization and the drug's potential for addiction in a Monday editorial titled "It’s Time for America to Admit That It Has a Marijuana Problem."The editorial board noted that it has "long supported marijuana legalization" and even published a six-part series comparing the federal ban on marijuana to the prohibition of alcohol, advocating for the ban to be repealed."Much of what we wrote then holds up — but...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

National Governors Association reportedly cancels meeting with Trump after White House snubs Democrats

An association representing governors from across the country will not be holding a formal meeting with President Donald Trump after the White House reportedly snubbed Democrats, only inviting Republican governors to attend."The bipartisan White House governors meeting is an important tradition, and we are disappointed in the administration’s decision to make it a partisan occasion this year. To disinvite individual governors to the White House sessions undermines an important opportunity for fe...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Florida sheriff's office buys ice cream truck with money seized from drug dealers, gives free treats to kids

One Florida sheriff’s office is giving new meaning to the phrase "protect and serve" — one treat at a time.The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has turned $90,000 seized from convicted drug dealers into an unexpected community tool: an ice cream truck now roaming local neighborhoods, handing out free treats and helping officers build bonds with kids.Orange County Sheriff John Mina said the idea grew out of the department’s obligation to reinvest forfeited funds back into the community."Every year,...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Americans Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse make history with first US Olympic medal in mixed doubles curling

Korey Dropkin and Cory Thiesse are going home as Olympic medalists.In a gritty final against Sweden Tuesday, the curling mixed doubles pair narrowly missed the top spot on the podium, falling 6-5 to siblings Isabella and Rasmus Wranå in a back-and-forth match that saw the lead change hands three times.Despite their loss, Dropkin and Thiesse made Olympic history with their Milan Cortina performance by guaranteeing the U.S. its first Olympic medal in mixed doubles curling after their win over the ...

eco - Wolf Street - 1 hour ago

Not Seasonally Adjusted, Retail Sales Spiked by $80 billion, the Most for any December Ever by far, to $817 Billion, the Most Ever

Seasonal Adjustments Gone Awry? They whacked $82 billion off December sales, by far the most ever.

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

Saints rookie Tyler Shough reveals Drew Brees mentorship secrets behind successful season: 'He's awesome'

As New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough sat in the star-studded NFL Honors crowd this past Thursday night in San Francisco, he watched as one of his team's legends was announced as one of the newest members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. And someone who is already making a major impact on his NFL career. Drew Brees, who is second all-time in passing yards in NFL history, was a lock as a first-ballot Hall of Famer, and it was confirmed last week before Super Bowl LX as he was the final ...

World - Fox News - 1 hour ago

UK public health system posts job ad for nurse focused on 'close-relative marriage'

A government-run health trust in the United Kingdom recently advertised a nursing role focused on supporting families involved in "close-relative marriage," a practice that often involves first cousins and is linked to higher genetic risks for children due to shared inherited genes, according to health officials.The full-time position, titled "Neonatal Nurse – Close Relative Marriage," aims to support families through "informed reproductive decision-making," according to a job posting from Brita...

Tech - Gizmodo - 1 hour ago
Regional - New York Times - 2 hours ago

Mamdani Hires Groundbreaking Computer Scientist as Chief Tech Officer

Lisa Gelobter, whose work helped shape the modern web, was also on the launch team at Hulu.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

DHS urges Newsom to honor ICE detainers after federal agent assaulted while arresting illegal alien at jail

EXCLUSIVE: The Department of Homeland Security once again called for California Gov. Gavin Newsom to keep dangerous criminal illegal immigrants in law enforcement custody, citing a recent incident in which federal authorities were physically assaulted by anti-ICE agitators while trying to take one suspect into custody. The agency said U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has 33,179 active detainers for criminal illegal aliens in California’s local, state and federal prisons.Since Jan. ...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Jimmy Kimmel calls out liberals for not actually being fans of Bad Bunny despite hailing halftime show

Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel swiped at liberals during his monologue Monday night for their sudden Bad Bunny fandom ahead of and following the Super Bowl halftime show.While discussing Bad Bunny's performance, Kimmel called the Turning Point USA halftime show a "disaster," before noting that he wasn't jumping on the "bandwagon" to criticize the alternative. "And listen, I’m not jumping on the 'bash Kid Rock' bandwagon. I don’t like what he says either, but he’s talented. I’ve seen him perform; h...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 hours ago

FBI releases 1st images of masked individual in search for Nancy Guthrie

Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released the first surveillance images Tuesday showing a masked person on the porch of her Arizona home the night she went missing, as law enforcement and her family intensified calls for public help more than a week into the search.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 2 hours ago

FBI releases 1st surveillance images in Nancy Guthrie search, showing masked individual

Authorities investigating the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released the first surveillance images Tuesday showing a masked person on the porch of her Arizona home the night she went missing, as law enforcement and her family intensified calls for public help more than a week into the search.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

Trump ‘knew about’ Epstein’s abuse, new documents suggest

Trump allegedly told Palm Beach police in 2006 to stop Jeffrey Epstein.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Common diabetes drug may help preserve eyesight as people age

A common medication for diabetes may slow down age-related vision loss, according to new research.People with diabetes who were over the age of 55 and taking metformin — a prescription drug most commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes — were 37% less likely to develop intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) over five years compared to those not taking it.Researchers at the University of Liverpool used eye pictures from 2,000 people who received routine diabetic eye disease screenings ...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Broadcaster says he'd fire Tony Dungy 'on the spot' over Bill Belichick-Hall of Fame vote silence

Tony Dungy's refusal to discuss his Pro Football Hall of Fame vote has gotten people talking.First, his own NBC colleague Rodney Harrison appeared to take a swipe at Dungy during the Super Bowl pregame show, saying "you guys got it wrong" about not voting in Bill Belichick.Dungy has not said whether he voted for Belichick, citing an "oath" he took to avoid discussing any actions behind the scenes. Dungy, of course, is allowed to reveal his own vote but not others.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVER...

Regional - L.A. Times - 2 hours ago

A SoCal beetle that poses as an ant may have answered a key question about evolution

A new study from Caltech explores the remarkable way a SoCal beetle infiltrates the colonies of the ant that runs the show in the Angeles National Forest — and what it can tell us about interdependent relationships in nature.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Top Iran security official seen in Oman days after indirect nuclear talks with US

A top Iranian security official was spotted in Oman just days after Tehran and the U.S. held indirect nuclear talks in the Mideast sultanate.Ali Larijani, a former Iranian parliament speaker who now serves as the secretary to the country’s Supreme National Security Council, was likely in the country to discuss what comes next after the initial round of talks, The Associated Press reported. The outlet noted that Larijani's team shared photos of him with Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi, the...

Eco - The Economist - 2 hours ago

Who wrangled the best trade deal from Donald Trump?

The agreements look one-sided. Their consequences may not be

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

US immigration officials grilled by Congress over Trump crackdown

Democrats warned they may block the 2026 funding bill for Homeland Security.

Regional - New York Times - 2 hours ago

Epstein Used Cash to Wield His Influence at Columbia and N.Y.U.

Federal records show that Jeffrey Epstein used donations and connections as he sought to gain college admission for young women in his orbit.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Supreme Court Justice Alito says 'things are so different' since Scalia's death

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said in a recently published interview that he frequently wishes his late colleague, Justice Antonin Scalia, were still around."Even since Nino died, things are so different. I so often wish he were still here. He started so much, and it would have been good to have him around to see it to completion," Alito said, according to a Politico Magazine piece by Newsmax chief Washington correspondent James Rosen, who has authored books about Scalia.Scalia, who was app...

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

Israel PM to meet Trump with Iran missiles high on agenda

Benjamin Netanyahu wants Iran's ballistic missiles tied into any new US deal.

Tech - Gizmodo - 2 hours ago

Mike Flanagan Has His Next Stephen King Adaptation: ‘The Mist’

Yes, there was already a movie and a show, but now we're getting a new take on the story.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

Starmer was shown proof of Mandelson and Epstein’s close friendship

The dossier sent to Sir Keir included a detailed Telegraph exposé on Epstein.

Tech - Engadget - 2 hours ago

Sam Bankman-Fried wants a re-trial for fraud charges

Former cryptocurrency poster boy Sam Bankman-Fried is trying to get another chance in court. He has filed a request that for a new trial on claims that new witness testimony could alter the case made against him by prosecutors, according to Bloomberg. His odds for getting the re-trial, where he'd be representing himself, seem pretty slim. This is a separate motion from a formal appeal of his previous conviction.Bankman-Fried is one of many cryptocurrency leaders who have since been prosecuted fo...

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

Savannah Guthrie kidnapping: FBI releases images of armed suspect at door

Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Arizona home and has been missing for 10 days.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 2 hours ago

Nancy Guthrie kidnapping: FBI releases images of armed suspect at door

Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Arizona home and has been missing for 10 days.

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Americans Jacqueline Wiles, Paula Moltzan help Team USA to bronze in alpine skiing women’s team combined

Team USA racked up a bronze medal in the alpine skiing women’s team combined event at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Tuesday – and it wasn’t the skiers fans were expecting.The team of Jacqueline Wiles and Paula Moltzan were the Americans on the podium in the event. Wiles tackled the downhill portion of it, and Moltzan completed the slalom. Wiles had a downhill time of 1:37.04, and Moltzan put together a slalom time of 44.87.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe pair finished behind ...

Eco - The Economist - 2 hours ago

Why this is the coldest crypto winter yet

An asset class that is all about vibes suddenly has awful vibes

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

ICE acting director says Minnesota bodycam footage will be released amid transparency push

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Todd Lyons told lawmakers Tuesday that body camera footage from ICE operations in Minnesota will be released, while acknowledging that about 3,000 of roughly 13,000 ICE agents currently wear body cameras.Lyons made the remarks during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing, as lawmakers pressed the agency following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti last month. The hearing grew contentious as ICE officials acknowledged the limit...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Zach Bryan slammed as 'Hollywood sellout' after mocking Kid Rock's patriotic Super Bowl alternative

Fans are questioning Zach Bryan's patriotism after the country star called Turning Point USA’s "All-American" Super Bowl halftime show – led by Kid Rock – "embarrassing."After Bad Bunny's explosive halftime show during Super Bowl LX, Bryan took to Instagram to share his thoughts. "What kid rock actually thinks is happening across America," he wrote on his Instagram Story, per Whiskey Riff. The video featured Bryan's friend watching the TPUSA show on a cell phone, while pretending not to watch th...

World - Fox News - 2 hours ago

Hochul primary challenger Antonio Delgado ends campaign for New York governor

New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado announced Tuesday he is ending his campaign for governor of New York, saying he "concluded that there simply is no viable path forward." The withdrawal comes just days after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed Delgado’s boss, Gov. Kathy Hochul, as she runs for re-election. Delgado would have challenged Hochul in the Democratic primary this year. "I’ve decided to end my campaign for Governor of New York. After much consideration, I’ve concluded that there...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Vance: US should get 'some benefit' from Greenland if it's going to be 'on the hook' for protecting territory

Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday that the United States should get "some benefit" from Greenland if it’s going to "be on the hook for protecting this massive landmass." Vance told reporters in Armenia that, "it's very early in the Greenland talks," amid the Trump administration's push to acquire the Danish territory.  "We've been working quite a bit on this over the last few weeks, but it's just very simple. Greenland is very important to the national security of the United States of America...

Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

This GoPro and Lens Bundle Is $200 Off

You can grab a fully kitted action camera and all the lenses for $550.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 hours ago

Companies trumpet rural Newfoundland LNG plans, but mayor says nobody's talked to him

Executives from a South Korean shipbuilding company signed a pact in St. John's recently to pursue a liquefied natural gas operation, but the mayor of the town at the heart of the project says nobody has bothered to call him.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Trump Accounts touted as antidote to ‘anti-capitalist’ ideology, financial illiteracy gripping US: regulator

FIRST ON FOX: "Trump Accounts" will work as a nationwide financial literacy starter kit that simultaneously serves as an antidote to rising anti-capitalist sentiment, according to the head of the Treasury bureau that regulates and supervises national banks."Trump Accounts will be one of the most impactful financial literacy tools in our country’s history," Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould said Friday before the Financial Literacy and Education Commission. "They present a unique chance ...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 hours ago

N.B. sends personal info to wrong addresses in medicare mailing mistake

The provincial government sent personal information of some New Brunswickers, such as dates of birth and even social insurance numbers, to the wrong addresses in a medicare mailing mix-up.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 3 hours ago

Norwegian biathlon bronze medallist confesses to cheating on girlfriend in post-race interview

A post-race interview with the bronze medal winner in the men's Olympic biathlon competition on Tuesday took an unexpected turn when he revealed in a live broadcast that he had been unfaithful to his girlfriend.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Federal judge rejects Trump admin lawsuit seeking Michigan voter rolls

A federal judge on Tuesday rejected a lawsuit from the Trump administration seeking to acquire Michigan's voter registration rolls.The ruling by U.S. District Judge Hala Jarbou, a Trump appointee, is the latest in a string of legal losses over the acquisition of sensitive voter information. The Trump administration has sued multiple states over voter information in an effort to force them to clean up their voter lists. DOJ TARGETS NONCITIZENS ON VOTER ROLLS AS PART OF TRUMP ELECTION INTEGRITY PU...

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

‘Ello Luv, Elsa Bloodstone Joins ‘Marvel Rivals’ This Week

A new month means a new 'Marvel Rivals' hero, and Season 6.5 brings about the monster hunter Elsa Bloodstone.

Regional - L.A. Times - 3 hours ago

Immigration officials grilled over U.S. citizen deaths during oversight hearing

For the first time since the federal operation in Minneapolis led to the deaths of two U.S. citizens, the heads of three immigration agencies testified before the House Homeland Security Committee.

World - New Zealand Herald News - 3 hours ago

Jeffrey Epstein emails reveal secret hidden cameras installed in homes

Newly released emails show Jeffrey Epstein ordered three hidden spy cameras.

Tech - Gizmodo - 3 hours ago

If You Want To Keep Using Your HomePod, Update It Now

This forced update may be the first sign we'll finally see a new HomePod, or 'HomePad.'

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

House GOP leader rips 'socialist' Zohran Mamdani after 18 people freeze to death in NYC

The No. 2 House Republican in Congress tore into Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday after cold weather left 18 New York City residents dead.House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., made the comments in the context of warning that Democrats' rejection of a bipartisan compromise on funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will leave critical offices — like the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) — with a dire lack of money."What is not funded if the Democrats get their way? They wi...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Authorities release video of potential subject in Nancy Guthrie case

TUCSON, Ariz. — Photos of what authorities are calling a "subject" in the Nancy Guthrie investigation has been released ny the FBI. FBI Director Kash Patel took to X to post the video, which shows a masked person near the entrance of the Guthrie home. The man walks towards a doorbell camera, and appears to cover it with his fist before turning around and walking away from the front stoop. "Over the last eight days, the FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department have been working closely with our p...

Tech - Engadget - 3 hours ago

Hubble showcases the Egg Nebula in all its dying-star glory

Hubble may no longer be the gold standard, but it can still capture some impressive images. The telescope's latest snapshot is our clearest view yet of the Egg Nebula. Roughly 3,000 light-years away from Earth, the nebula's name is derived from its dense layer of gas and dust cloaking a central star.The new image shows the nebula's four beams of starlight (from that central star) escaping from its gas-and-dust "shell." On either side of the disc-like cloud are fast-moving outflows of hot molecul...

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

PHOTOS: Meet the 2026 US Olympic medalists

The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games officially kicked off last week. Here is a slideshow of all the Americans who won a medal in Italy.

World - Fox News - 3 hours ago

Meet the 2026 US Olympic medalists: PHOTOS

The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games officially kicked off last week. Here is a slideshow of all the Americans who won a medal in Italy.

Regional - New York Times - 3 hours ago

Pride Flag Is Removed From Stonewall Monument After Trump Directive

The removal of the flag from the Manhattan monument, the symbolic heart of the gay rights movement, came after a Trump administration memo about flags at national park sites.

Regional - New York Times - 3 hours ago

Epstein’s Cash and Influence Helped Women Attend Columbia and N.Y.U.

Federal records show that Jeffrey Epstein used donations and connections as he sought to gain college admission for young women in his orbit.

Regional - New York Times - 4 hours ago

‘Galileo’ Musical, Starring Raúl Esparza, Will Open on Broadway

The musical, called “Galileo,” will star Raúl Esparza, and is scheduled to open in December at the Shubert Theater.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Popular honeymoon hot spot hit by fastest-growing, meth-fueled HIV epidemic

→ A honeymoon hot spot is facing a sobering health crisis as drug use fuels the Pacific's fastest-growing HIV outbreak.→ Communication blackouts and transportation disruptions prompt an urgent embassy alert for Americans.→ A budget airline's rapid U.S. expansion promises cheaper flights — but watch the fine print.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER→ A gondola malfunction left nearly 70 skiers suspended midair for hours.→ State troopers turned traffic chaos into a happy ending afte...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Alberta reconsiders cutting health coverage for some temporary foreign workers after concerns raised

Alberta is reviewing a health coverage change that left some temporary foreign workers without provincial care earlier this year. Workers and advocates say confusion remains about whether coverage will be restored or who is currently eligible.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Humanoid robots are getting smaller, safer and closer

For decades, humanoid robots have lived behind safety cages in factories or deep inside research labs. Fauna Robotics, a New York-based robotics startup, says that era is ending. The company has introduced Sprout, a compact humanoid robot designed from the ground up to operate around people. Instead of adapting an industrial robot for public spaces, Fauna built Sprout specifically for homes, schools, offices, retail spaces and entertainment venues."Sprout is a humanoid platform designed from fir...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Texas Democrat feud grows as Collin Allred claims James Talarico made offensive remark about family, campaigns

Texas Democratic Senate contender James Talarico allegedly told a rival that he would be a superior Senate candidate "because he doesn't have a family," according to former Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas.During a Tuesday appearance on the "At Our Table" podcast, Allred told host Jamie Harrison that Talarico made the comment to him in private before the two were slated to face off for Texas' Senate seat, which never came to fruition after Allred ended his campaign in early December. Allred is current...

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 hours ago

Starmer says UK Govt ‘united’, pressing on amid Epstein fallout

Labour now trails Reform UK in polls as key February and May votes loom.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Pat McAfee says San Francisco wasn't the 's---hole' he thought it may be during Super Bowl week

It's no secret that San Francisco has been rife with homelessness and crime in recent years, but that was tough to imagine during Super Bowl week, according to Pat McAfee.Granted, the big game was about an hour southeast in Santa Clara, but the Super Bowl fan experience and media row were right in the city at the Moscone Center, and McAfee was impressed with his surroundings."I would like to reiterate the fact that San Francisco was good to us out there. It's a nice city. We've been walking arou...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Israeli officials reportedly warn Iran's ballistic missiles could trigger solo military action against Tehran

As U.S.-Iran diplomacy remains primarily focused on Tehran’s nuclear program, Israeli officials and analysts warn that ballistic missiles remain a central red line for Jerusalem and could shape any decision on unilateral action.Before departing for his trip to Washington, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he plans to press Israel’s priorities in the talks. "I will present to the president our views regarding the principles of the negotiations — the important principles — and, in my view, th...

Regional - New York Times - 4 hours ago

Malinowski Concedes to Mejia, a Progressive Activist, in New Jersey Race

Tom Malinowski, who was battered by negative advertising, congratulated Analilia Mejia, a political organizer running for Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s vacant seat in Congress, on a “hard-won victory.”

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Stephen A Smith says it 'would have been nice' if Bad Bunny performed in English

All things considered, there may be no one with a truthfully honest review of the Super Bowl halftime show, its critics, and its praise more than Stephen A. Smith.The ESPN mogul, who has been critical of President Donald Trump, said up front that he would not give an assessment of Bad Bunny solely to oppose conservatives like "anti-Trump and anti-right" folks."That ain’t me, I don’t give a damn. I’m fair-minded, down the middle," Smith said on his self-titled show.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVE...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Murkowski breaks with GOP on voter ID, says push ‘is not how we build trust’

A Senate Republican who has routinely broken from the GOP and President Donald Trump announced that she wouldn’t support efforts to pass voter ID legislation. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, said in a post on X on Tuesday that she would oppose forthcoming legislation that would enact more stringent election integrity laws backed by both Trump and conservatives in the upper chamber. Her opposition underscores a reality many in the Senate already acknowledge: without extraordinary steps such as nuk...

World - New Zealand Herald News - 4 hours ago

Norway princess’ son denies alleged rape victim was asleep

Marius Borg Hoiby faces 38 charges, including raping four women while they slept.

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

Trump Just Screwed the Atlantic’s Only Marine Monument

President Trump has legalized commercial fishing in the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, which has been federally protected for a decade.

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Netanyahu heads to US for Trump talks on Gaza, Iran, as Islamic Republic faces pressure to make nuclear deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he plans to discuss Iran and Gaza with President Donald Trump during their upcoming visit.Netanyahu, who is traveling to the U.S. to meet with Trump, indicated that the two nations share a close bond, and that he and Trump are close as well."I am now leaving for the United States for my seventh trip to meet with President Trump since he was elected for a second term. This, of course, does not include his unforgettable visit to Israel and his speech ...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Chappell Roan dumps talent agency over boss' 'tight leather outfit' emails to Ghislaine Maxwell

Chappell Roan, Chelsea Cutler and other artists have dropped their talent agency after email correspondence released by the Department of Justice showed ties to Jeffrey Epstein's right-hand woman.Casey Wasserman, creator of a talent agency behind tons of A-list music artists, actors and sports legends, and Ghislaine Maxwell had a handful of flirtatious email exchanges in 2003, according to documents included in the most recent release by the DOJ.The exchanges included Wasserman telling Maxwell, ...

Regional - New York Times - 4 hours ago

Malinowski Concedes to Analilia Mejia in New Jersey House Primary

Tom Malinowski, who was battered by negative advertising, congratulated Ms. Mejia, a political organizer running for Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s vacant seat in Congress, on a “hard-won victory.”

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

Why the ‘Spider-Noir’ Show Stars Ben Reilly and Not Peter Parker

Ben Reilly is a complicated character, and making him the lead of 'Spider-Noir' only adds to that—but there's a reason for it.

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

Microsoft will start refreshing Secure Boot certificates in March for Windows 11 and Windows 10 ESU users

Get ye to Windows Update, because there's a good chance you've got new Secure Boot certificates to install. Microsoft just announced that it will be refreshing those certificates, which were originally introduced when Secure Boot debuted in 2011, as a security precaution. Secure Boot was a way for Microsoft to protect systems from running unsigned and potentially malicious code before Windows launched. It went on to be an installation requirement for Windows 11, as well as anti-cheat software us...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Former FBI agent 'stunned' by unforgiving conditions complicating Nancy Guthrie search

A former FBI agent was left "stunned" after arriving at Nancy Guthrie's Arizona home, saying "nothing" could have prepared him for how difficult the area appears for investigators racing to find clues in the 84-year-old's disappearance."[I was] literally stunned this morning as we arrived on location here to see what this looked like. I've seen the drone coverage of it. I've seen our live shots the past couple of days. Nothing can prepare you for actually having boots on ground," retired FBI Sup...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Second alleged Guthrie ransom deadline missed, sparking new theories from Bongino, former FBI agent and doctor

TUCSON, Ariz. — A former FBI agent and a medical doctor explored with Fox News Digital alternative theories other than kidnapping for ransom in the Nancy Guthrie case after former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino joined Sean Hannity on Fox News' "Hannity" Monday to discuss Guthrie's disappearance.A second alleged ransom deadline passed Monday night after reported kidnappers asked the Guthrie family through the media for $6 million in Bitcoin, leading some, including Bongino, to question whether t...

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

Ayaneo's massive Next 2 handheld has a similarly massive price tag

There appears to be no limit to how chonky and eye-wateringly expensive PC gaming handhelds can get, with the latest behemoth being the Ayaneo Next 2. First announced back in November, the latest Windows handheld in Ayaneo’s Next lineup is now up for pre-order, with a spec sheet that makes some of its rivals look modest. If you missed the announcement at the end of last year, the Next 2 is packing a 9-inch OLED display with a 2,400 x 1,504 resolution and a maximum refresh rate of 165Hz (adjustab...

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Why these monks are walking 3,700 km across the U.S.

A group of 19 Buddhist monks have achieved superstar status in the United States with their 3,700-kilometre walk from Texas to Washington. Their trek is a mission to deliver a message of peace.

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

US judicial body removes climate research paper after complaints from Republicans

A US judicial body has revised an internal document to remove climate research. The Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence is a document used by judges when they have to oversee cases involving complex scientific matters. The climate science chapter has now been deleted, so they'll be on their own with climate-related cases. This move came after a group of Republican state attorneys wrote a letter to complain about the chapter on climate change. The language in the document, which was authored ...

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

Sam Altman and Jony Ive’s AI Gadget Just Hit Another Eyebrow-Raising Roadblock

Problems seem to be piling up for the duo's AI gadgets.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Canadian oilpatch expected to continue bulking up through mergers and acquisitions

Last year saw a string of blockbuster Canadian deals, but it remains unclear whether foreign buyers are ready to enter the fray.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Service resumes after network-wide shutdown on Montreal Metro

Montreal's Metro is back up and running after a one-hour network-wide shutdown on Tuesday caused by a communications equipment failure.

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

Elon Musk’s xAI Can’t Stop Bleeding Cofounders

Tony Wu is leaving at a time when SpaceX is expected to launch an IPO.

Regional - CBC NEWS - 4 hours ago

Montreal Metro completely shut down after communications equipment failure

A network-wide shutdown of the Metro is in effect in Montreal after a communications equipment failure.

Regional - New York Times - 4 hours ago

Antonio Delgado Drops Out of NY Governor Race

After falling out with Gov. Kathy Hochul, Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado had hoped to challenge her from the left. But his campaign failed to gain traction.

Tech - It's FOSS - 4 hours ago

This Application Brings macOS Styled Installer for AppImages on Linux

AppManager brings macOS-style drag-and-drop AppImage management to Linux.

Tech - Gizmodo - 4 hours ago

Scientists Spot First Known Lava Tube on Venus

Until now, lava tubes on the second planet were purely theoretical.

Tech - Engadget - 4 hours ago

Directive 8020 brings sci-fi survival horror to PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 12

Supermassive Games has announced a new release date for the next entry in the Dark Pictures Anthology series. Directive 8020 is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Steam on May 12. The studio behind Until Dawn and The Quarry revealed the news with the help of a fresh trailer for the sci-fi survival horror game.The story focuses on the crew of a spaceship that has crash landed onto another world. The survivors have to contend with an alien lifeform that's hunting them and can mimic its prey (no pr...

World - Fox News - 4 hours ago

Los Angeles DA announces charges after breakthrough in 30-year-old murder cold case

Nearly three decades after a 23-year-old woman was found stabbed to death in a drainage ditch in Azusa, California, prosecutors announced charges Monday against a 63-year-old man in a long-cold homicide case that investigators said was solved through DNA evidence.The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office said Brian Walton was charged with one count of murder, with special circumstance allegations that the killing of Claudia Guevara occurred during the commission of rape and sodomy."The v...