AOC attacks Bari Weiss, falsely claims she 'killed' '60 Minutes' report on CECOT
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., attacked CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss on Tuesday in a rant against the media and said the network executive "killed" a "60 Minutes" segment on El Salvador's maximum-security prison that aired in January.Ocasio-Cortez said during an appearance on ex-CNN host Don Lemon's show that MS NOW, CNN and CBS were home to some of the "best journalists" in the U.S., before taking aim at Weiss in an argument against what she says is the "oligarchical ownership st...
Marijuana compound may help prevent dementia when paired with common drug
As marijuana's potential health benefits are under debate, new research has found that THC could have a powerful and positive effect on the brain.Researchers at the University of Texas (UT) at San Antonio, Long School of Medicine, recently discovered that THC (tetrahydrocannabinol, the main psychoactive compound in marijuana) could prevent the development of Alzheimer’s disease – but only when paired with an anti-inflammatory drug called celecoxib.Celecoxib is a selective COX-2 inhibitor that is...
Plastic surgeon cites 'emotional blackmail,' poor evidence in warning against youth gender surgeries
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has doubled down on its warning against transgender surgeries for minors under 19, a move one member told Fox News reflects a broader return to "common sense" and science over ideology."[They're] really looking at the evidence, and their statement says that the benefits do not outweigh the harms, and [that] the current evidence is low quality or poor quality," Dr. Sheila Nazarian told "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday. "These are kids we're talking abou...
Republicans, Trump run into Senate roadblock on voter ID bill
Congressional Republicans, President Donald Trump and their shared base of support want to see voter ID legislation become law, but the last barrier is the Senate, where political reality has turned the notion into a pipe dream. The GOP’s legislative push to codify more requirements and restrictions surrounding voter registration nearly derailed Congress’ attempt to end the latest partial government shutdown on Tuesday. In an unlikely turn of events, like Senate Democrats’ push to save expiring ...
Childcare expert exposes key roadblock to uncovering potential fraud schemes in Minnesota: 'Really difficult'
Alleged fraud schemes plaguing Minnesota's social services systems have elevated scrutiny surrounding childcare centers. But fraud can be challenging to identify for states – especially when agencies are using outdated systems that make it difficult to spot trends and red flags that could point to potential fraud, according to Chris Bennett, the CEO and founder of a Wonderschool, a platform that provides technology support to child care providers and states. "When you have all this data living i...
Noem slams Dems, Biden administration for lacking 'compassion' amid anti-ICE tensions
Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem blasted Democrats’ border policies during a visit Wednesday to Nogales, Arizona, accusing the left of redefining "compassion" while leaving American communities to deal with crime, chaos and lawlessness.Standing in front of the southern border wall, Noem discussed Biden-era immigration policies and their impact on the country's overall safety and security."The Democrats on the left say that compassion was that invasion, was that humanitarian crisis,"...
Trump-signed shutdown bill sends $4M to children's hospitals under federal probe for transgender care
In passing the $1.2 trillion megabill to end the government shutdown Tuesday, lawmakers sent $4 million in funding to two children's hospitals under investigation by President Donald Trump's Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for their track record of providing transgender healthcare to minors.The allocations to Seattle Children’s Hospital in Washington state and the Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago can be found in the $1.2 trillion package that funds several agencies, including H...
Virginia Gov Spanberger cuts ties with ICE in federal immigration enforcement cooperation
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Wednesday officially ended cooperation between a slate of state agencies and federal immigration authorities. In an executive directive, Spanberger, who ran as a moderate, ended 287(g) agreements between the Virginia State Police, the state Department of Corrections, Department of Wildlife, and the Virginia Marine Resources Commission and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)."These Agreements improperly ceded discretion and authority over Virginia la...
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Mamdani Will Endorse Hochul for Re-Election This Week
Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s support could lend a needed jolt of progressive energy to the governor’s re-election campaign and further cement the once-unlikely partnership between them.
NBC announces Winter Olympics replacement host for Savannah Guthrie as her mother remains missing
NBC announced on Wednesday that sportscaster and former professional tennis player Mary Carillo will step in for Savannah Guthrie to host the opening of the Winter Olympics this weekend. Guthrie's mother, 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, has gone missing and was last seen Saturday evening at her Arizona home. A relative of Guthrie’s contacted authorities around noon Sunday to report her missing, according to Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos.Guthrie was originally slated to co-host coverage of the Winte...
76ers trade Jared McCain, their 2024 first-round pick, to Thunder before NBA deadline
Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain is joining the reigning NBA champion.The Oklahoma City Thunder reportedly agreed to a trade for Jared McCain, sending a 2026 Rockets first-round pick and three second-round picks, per ESPN.McCain, who turns 22 in a few weeks, was the 76ers’ first-round draft choice in 2024 after a stellar season at Duke.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMHowever, injuries have gotten in the way of his play early in his NBA career.McCain tore his meniscus in hi...
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David A. Ross Resigns from Art School After Epstein Email Release
David A. Ross said he remained “ashamed” for having been “taken in” by Jeffrey Epstein. Mr. Ross resigned his position at the School of Visual Arts in New York.
Notepad++ Users, You May Have Been Hacked by China
Suspected Chinese state-backed hackers hijacked the Notepadd++ update infrastructure to deliver backdoored version of the popular free source code editor and note-taking app for Windows.
Canada rides fast start to victory over Czechia to open Olympic mixed doubles curling
The lights went out at the Olympic curling venue before Canada’s Brett Gallant and Jocelyn Peterman powered their way to a near-flawless 10-5 victory over Czechia on the opening day of mixed doubles competition Wednesday in Italy.
Crypto Market in Shambles as Bitcoin Price Down 40% Since October High
All muh apes, gone.
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IOC continues to have 'full trust' in Casey Wasserman and L.A. Olympic committee
Amid calls for his ouster for his association with Ghislaine Maxwell, L.A. 2028 Olympic committee chairman Casey Wasserman is greeted warmly by IOC officials in Milan.
Mavericks send Anthony Davis to Wizards in eight-player trade: report
Anthony Davis' injury-riddled run with the Dallas Mavericks appears to be over.On Wednesday, ESPN reported that the 10-time All-Star forward was included in a blockbuster trade that would send him to the Washington Wizards.In exchange for Davis, the Mavericks are expected to receive Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III and multiple first- and second-round draft picks.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMJaden Hardy, D'Angelo Russell and Dante Exum will repo...
Games Done Quick's Back to Black 2026 event kicks off tomorrow
Hot on the heels of AGDQ in January, Games Done Quick is hosting its second speedrunning event of the year, Back to Black 2026, starting tomorrow, February 5. The four-day event is organized by Black in a Flash and is raising money for Race Forward, a nonprofit that works across communities to address systemic racism.Back to Black is timed to the start of Black History Month and highlights the deep bench of talent in the Black speedrunning community. A few runs, like ones for Hades II, Donkey Ko...
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4 people have been killed in an L.A. County homeless encampment since October. Are the deaths connected?
Detectives are examining possible connections among the four slayings in Willowbrook. Former NFL lineman Kevin Johnson was one of the victims.
UK to release files related to former ambassador's Jeffrey Epstein ties
The British government has committed to releasing files related to the decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States despite his ties to the late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.The decision to release the documents came after the Conservative Party said it would force a vote in Parliament compelling the government to publish documents related to Mandelson's appointment, according to The Associated Press. The outlet noted that critics said Mandelson's relationship wi...
Rent-a-Human Site Lets AI Agents Hire an IRL Set of Opposable Thumbs
Welcome to the future, where you can do TaskRabbit for robots.
How to watch the Turning Point USA alternate halftime show
Turning Point USA on Monday announced its lineup for their alternate "All-American Halftime Show" to counterprogram against the NFL’s performance featuring Bad Bunny.Kid Rock will be the headliner for the show, which will take place on Feb. 8. Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice and Gabby Barrett will also perform at the event.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"’The All-American Halftime Show’ is an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celeb...
Bill Gates calls himself 'foolish' for spending time with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates spoke to 9News Australia about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein on Wednesday and said he was "foolish" to spend time with him."I met Jeffrey in 2011," Gates said after Nine Political Editor Charles Croucher pressed the tech billionaire on his relationship with the convicted sex offender. "So, over a period of three years, I had a number of dinners with him. The focus was always, he knew a lot of very rich people, and he was saying he could get them to give mo...
US military in Syria carries out 5 strikes against 'multiple ISIS targets'
U.S. Central Command announced Wednesday that it carried out five strikes against "multiple" Islamic State targets in recent days as part of a joint military effort to "ensure the enduring defeat of the terrorist network." CENTCOM said from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2, its forces "located and destroyed an ISIS communication site, critical logistics node, and weapons storage facilities with 50 precision munitions delivered by fixed-wing, rotary-wing, and unmanned aircraft." "Striking these targets demonstr...
Florida hospital worker allegedly stole wallet from 94-year-old patient, racked up $500 on credit cards
A Florida hospital worker was arrested after investigators say she stole a 94-year-old patient’s wallet last month and went on a massive spending spree using the victim’s credit cards.Bailey Slater, 28, a patient care technician at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, stole the elderly patient’s wallet on Jan. 22, then used the victim’s credit cards to rack up more than $500 in charges the same day, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said Tuesday.The sheriff’s office shared a surveillance photo t...
Rubio confirms Iran demanded venue change for nuclear talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed on Wednesday that Iran requested to change locations for talks with its U.S. counterparts, following several reports on the matter."We thought we had an established forum that had been agreed to in Turkey. It was put together by a number of partners who wanted to attend and be a part of it," Rubio said when taking questions from reporters on Wednesday. "I saw conflicting reports yesterday from the Iranian side saying that they had not agreed to that. So, ...
Roblox’s '4D' creation toolset is now available in open beta
Roblox launched an open-source AI model that generates 3D objects on the fly early last year and now that toolset is getting a massive boost. The platform has introduced a model that whips up "4D" objects. I put 4D in quotes because it doesn't actually allow access to the fourth dimension, but rather lets users make interactive 3D objects via prompts. As suggested, these aren't static 3D models. They are fully functional and interactive objects that move and react to players. The beta toolset ca...
RILEY GAINES: Georgia voters must reject Jon Ossoff’s awful record against women
As a former collegiate swimmer who raced against, and lost opportunities to, a male competitor, I know exactly what is at stake when women’s sports are not protected: scholarships, records, roster spots, and the promise of Title IX — that women and girls would finally have an equal opportunity to compete on a level playing field. It happened in Georgia. And now, in 2026, the safety of every girl in Georgia remains on the line.When it has mattered most, Georgia Democrat Sen. Jon Ossoff has abando...
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Supreme Court, with no dissents, rejects GOP challenge to California's new election map
With newly drawn maps, California may elect five more Democrats to Congress while Texas elects five more Republicans.
Border czar Tom Homan calls anti-ICE roadblocks in Minneapolis a 'joke' after police chief disbands them
White House border czar Tom Homan mocked anti-ICE agitators who have set up roadblocks and checkpoints in Minneapolis as a "joke" on Wednesday, saying they are only harming their own communities.Homan made the statement during a press conference in Minnesota on Wednesday, telling reporters that local police were dismantling the checkpoints."When I was made aware that the roadblocks exist, I called the chief of police, and he went and disbanded them after I got off the phone with him. He has prom...
Miami RedHawks extend nation’s longest win streak to 23 games in record-breaking MAC run
Led by a career-high 19 points from Luke Skaljac, the Miami RedHawks handled Buffalo on Tuesday night to extend their historic winning streak to 23 games. The victory cemented the longest run in Mid-American Conference history and maintained Miami’s status as the owner of the longest active winning streak in Division I men’s basketball.The sophomore guard scored 15 of his 19 points in the second half to help the RedHawks extend their streak in the narrow 73-71 victory. Brant Byers added 11 point...
Supreme Court shuts down California GOP bid to block Newsom's new map
The Supreme Court cleared the way for California to use its newly redrawn congressional map, which shifts five seats in Democrats’ favor, in the 2026 midterm elections.The high court's decision to decline to take up an appeal from California Republicans comes after voters in the state approved a ballot measure called Proposition 50, which allowed the state to enact the Democrat-friendly map in time for the midterms. The justices' decision included no dissents.State Republicans, joined by the Dep...
Man convicted of trying to kill Donald Trump on his Florida golf course gets life in prison
The man convicted of trying to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump on a Florida golf course in 2024 was sentenced on Wednesday to life in prison, after a federal prosecutor said his crime was unacceptable "in this country or anywhere."
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‘He lied repeatedly’: Starmer admits vetting flagged Mandelson’s Epstein ties
The British PM said security vetting flagged Mandelson’s ongoing Epstein ties.
The Oscar-Nominated ‘Avatar’ Costume Designer Explains That Yes, Those Na’vi Outfits Are Real
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' scored two Academy Award nominations: Best Visual Effects and Best Costume Design.
A New AI Math Startup Just Cracked 4 Previously Unsolved Problems
Axiom says its AI found solutions to several long-standing math problems, a sign of the technology’s steadily advancing reasoning capabilities.
The best Presidents' Day deals worth shopping – from mattresses to luggage
Presidents’ Day falls on Feb. 17, but many of the best deals are already live. Now’s a good time to upgrade your home with DeWalt tools, Shark vacuums and kitchen gear from Cuisinart and All-Clad. You can also find early mattress deals from Brooklyn Bedding, Nectar and Tempur-Pedic.Stainless steel flatware set, 53-pieces: $47.74 (77% off)Nectar memory foam mattress, queen size: $649 (58% off)Beats Studio Pro headphones: $169.95 (51% off)American Tourister Air Move luggage set, 3-piece: $200 (50%...
Nine charged in bold gun-running scheme to push heavy firepower across southern border
Nine people are facing federal charges after allegedly orchestrating an elaborate multi-state scheme to fraudulently purchase firearms and smuggle the weapons into Mexico.Seven people from Arizona, a Montana man and a California man allegedly worked as straw purchasers to buy guns for other people between March 2020 and January 2024, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona. "This case exposes a scheme to lie, buy and funnel dangerous firearms into the hands of nefario...
Trump calls Savannah Guthrie as search for her missing mom intensifies
President Donald Trump called NBC "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie on Wednesday as the search for her missing mother intensifies, Fox News Digital learned. A White House official confirmed to Fox News Digital on Wednesday afternoon that Trump called and spoke with Guthrie. The official did not provide additional details on the call. Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing from her Arizona home and was last seen on Saturday. The president had offered additional federal support a...
Feds to replace offices combatting Islamophobia, antisemitism with advisory council
The federal government plans to get rid of two key offices combatting religious discrimination, merging them into a single national Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion.
Country singer Shaboozey responds to backlash after 'immigrants built this country' Grammy speech
Music artist Shaboozey responded to backlash over remarks he made about immigration while accepting a Grammy Award on Sunday. Accepting the award, the country singer said, "Immigrants built this country," dedicating the honor to immigrants and their children.Shaboozey, whose real name is Collins Obinna Chibueze, won the Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for ‘Amen,’ his collaboration with Jelly Roll.After his speech, social media users said his remarks downplayed the role of Black peo...
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Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein accused of threesome demand in legal letter
The Florida dancer alleges Andrew and Epstein treated her 'like a prostitute'.
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Cosmic Collision: The JWST Found An Early 5-Galaxy Merger
The JWST found a system of at least five interacting galaxies only 800 million years after the Big Bang. The discovery adds weight to the growing understanding that galaxies were interacting and shaping their surroundings far earlier than scientists thought. There's also evidence that the collision was redistributing heavy elements beyond the galaxies themselves.
Overwatch will drop the '2' as Jetpack Cat and four other heroes arrive on February 10
Blizzard is running a series of showcases for several of its major franchises and on Wednesday, it was time for Overwatch to step up to the plate. That’s Overwatch, by the way, and not Overwatch 2. The studio is formally nixing the number from the game's name. "Overwatch is more than just a digit: it's a living universe that keeps growing, keeps surprising, and keeps bringing players together from around the world," the Overwatch team said in a statement. "This year marks a huge turning point in...
Florida paramedic accused of recording sexual assault in ambulance sentenced to 10 years in prison
A former Florida paramedic was sentenced to 10 years in prison after prosecutors said he sexually assaulted an unconscious woman in the back of an ambulance and recorded the attack.James Melady, 39, will also face five years of probation once released and will be required to register as a sex offender, FOX35 Orlando reported.Florida State Attorney R.J. Larizza condemned Melady’s actions following the sentencing."The defendant was a first responder who raped an unconscious patient when he was sup...
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Can emerging markets’ stellar run continue?
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Illinois man accused of threatening FBI agent after info was stolen from government vehicles, posted online
A man living in Illinois has been accused of threatening an FBI special agent in Minneapolis, according to court documents obtained by Fox News.Jose Alberto Ramirez is expected to appear in federal court Wednesday afternoon on charges alleging that he threatened an FBI agent using information received in documents stolen by agitators in the wake of Renee Good’s shooting.According to an affidavit, agitators stole material, including personal information, from government vehicles in Minneapolis."A...
Dave Coulier never wanted to be 'poster boy for cancer' as he reveals double remission
Dave Coulier didn't ask to be the "poster boy for cancer."Coulier revealed he is in remission after battling two cancer diagnoses in the last two years. The 66-year-old TV star underwent 35 rounds of targeted radiation in December to battle the disease."It’s been a roller coaster ride for sure," the "Full House" star admitted during an appearance on "Good Morning America." "I’m in remission with both cancers. And what a journey this has been."Coulier shared his story because he feels he can help...
Trump doubles down on calls for GOP to 'nationalize' voting as congressional leaders balk
President Donald Trump doubled down on his call for Republicans to "nationalize" voting, this time defending the idea directly to the press.Trump made the comments during a signing ceremony in the Oval Office on Tuesday, flanked by prominent congressional Republicans. White House officials have said Trump is primarily interested in defending election integrity."I want to see elections be honest, and if a state can’t run an election, I think the people behind me should do something about it," Tru...
Our Favorite Pixel Phone Is $100 Off
While the Pixel 9a isn't the fanciest offering, it is the best value, and it gets even better with a discount.
Carney’s government is cutting hundreds of environment and science jobs. Here’s what that means for Canadians
Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canada's wildlife, environment and people.
K-9 hailed a hero for tracking missing boy during snowstorm in North Carolina
A police K-9 helped lead officers to a missing 13-year-old boy during a snowstorm in Gastonia, North Carolina, late Saturday, allowing emergency crews to find the child safely despite dangerous winter conditions, authorities said.The Gastonia Police Department said on Facebook that K-9 Bo and his handler, Sgt. Rowland, were called in after the boy, who has special needs, left home on foot without proper clothing as snow and cold temperatures intensified.Officers from multiple agencies establishe...
How to watch Super Bowl LX: Stream the Patriots vs Seahawks NFL championship live
Super Bowl LX will be played on Sunday between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.The Seahawks will be searching for Super Bowl title No. 2, while the Patriots are hoping to become the new kings of the league with title No. 7. The matchup is a rematch from Super Bowl XLIX, in which Patriots defensive back Malcolm Butler intercepted Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson at the goal line. That game went down as one of the best of all time.NFL fans itching to tune into the game will be abl...
'Can you shut him up?': Waters and Treasury's Bessent clash over Trump's economic agenda
Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clashed on Wednesday over President Donald Trump's economic agenda, with the irate congresswoman asking at one point if someone could "shut him up."The fiery exchange occurred during Bessent's testimony before the House Financial Services Committee. Waters, the committee ranking member, posed a series of questions about the inflationary impact of Trump's tariffs on American consumers — and demanded a yes-or-no answer.TRUMP’S ECON...
X's 'open source' algorithm isn't a win for transparency, researchers say
When X's engineering team published the code that powers the platform's "for you" algorithm last month, Elon Musk said the move was a victory for transparency. "We know the algorithm is dumb and needs massive improvements, but at least you can see us struggle to make it better in real-time and with transparency," Musk wrote. "No other social media companies do this." While it's true that X is the only major social network to make elements of its recommendation algorithm open source, researchers ...
Washington Post staff laid off while in Milan still hope to find beauty in the Olympics
In the last hours before these Olympics begin, and the flame is lit, and the cheering starts, a smaller, sad drama played out in a little white box of an office in the Main Media Centre in Milan. A sign on the door read: The Washington Post.
Quebec fisherman reels in 244-pound, record-breaking Atlantic halibut for science
Alain Hamel caught the largest Atlantic halibut ever recorded in the Saguenay Fjord on Saturday. Working with the local Fjord Museum, the ice fishing was part of a scientific project aiming to gain more information about the species.
You can pre-order the Pixel 10a on February 18
The Pixel 10a is official, though details are limited. On Wednesday, Google posted a teaser video showing the mid-range phone dancing around colorful backgrounds. You can pre-order the Pixel 10a on February 18. Google hasn't yet revealed the phone's specs. In the short video, we can see a blue model that's virtually indistinguishable on the outside from the Pixel 9a. And alleged leaks point to a phone with few changes on the inside. That (unconfirmed) list includes a 6.285-inch display, dual re...
Enormous Pair of Deep-Earth Hot ‘Blobs’ Shape Earth’s Magnetic Field, Scientists Say
Without the blobs, Earth would be “magnetically dead,” the researchers said.
Australia bans pro-Israel influencer weeks after Bondi Beach terror attack
Late last month, the Australian government canceled a travel visa for outspoken Jewish influencer Sammy Yahood over anti-Islam comments posted to social media — critics say this is just the latest instance of targeting pro-Israel voices by authorities.In an Instagram post, Yahood claimed the Australian government "called up the UAE," to be sure that he could not board a plane to Melbourne.He said he booked his travel via the United Arab Emirates three days before the Bondi Beach terror attack th...
Schumer, Jeffries mend rift, present united front on DHS reforms as deadline nears
The top congressional Democrats appear to have mended their rift over the controversial Homeland Security spending bill and presented a revamped list of demands to earn the party's support to fund the agency.Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., presented a unified front on Wednesday to unveil a retooled wish list of reforms for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after the top House De...
ExpressVPN deal: Two-year plans are up to 81 percent off
If you're looking to up your privacy game on the internet in the new year, you can do so for a little less than usual thanks to ExpressVPN's latest deal. Its two-year plans are up to 81 percent off right now: the Advanced tier is on sale for $88 for two years, plus four additional free months. The Basic plan is where you'll see the biggest discount: it's $68 for two years, plus the same four additional free months. We’ve consistently liked ExpressVPN because it’s fast, easy to use and widely av...
Jacob Elordi’s Mom Told Him to Never Work With Guillermo del Toro for a Very Mom Reason
Who among us hasn't broken a promise made to their own mother as a career move?
Georgia's Fulton County files motion seeking return of 2020 election materials seized by FBI
Fulton County officials in Georgia filed a motion Tuesday seeking the return of 2020 ballots and other documents that were seized last week by the FBI from a warehouse.The motion, which remains under seal, asks a federal court to compel the return of court to return around 656 boxes of original 2020 election materials. A warrant cover sheet provided to the county includes a list of items that the agents were seeking related to the 2020 general election: all ballots, tabulator tapes from the scan...
Ancient ‘Dial-a-Poem’ Service Rises From the Grave, Lets You Use Your Phone as a Phone
There's something rather poetic about a service designed to breathe life back into poetry getting resurrected after all these years.
New Cuba travel advisory urges 'high degree of caution.' Should Canadians worry?
The federal government upgraded its Cuba travel advice on Tuesday, warning Canadians planning to visit the popular Caribbean island that worsening shortages of everything from fuel to food could affect resorts.
Attempted Trump assassin Ryan Routh is sentenced to life in prison, plus 7 years
Ryan Routh was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison plus seven years following his 2024 assassination attempt against then-presidential candidate Donald Trump at his West Palm Beach golf club in Florida. The sentencing comes after Routh was convicted last September on five federal criminal counts, including attempting to assassinate a major presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer and multiple firearms offenses. Prosecutors pushed for the 59-year-old to get a life sentence, while Ro...
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Bright Horizons Child Care Centers Face Dozens of Alarming Complaints
In New York City, health officials have moved to shut down one center where workers were charged with child abuse. Records show that problems extend across the network.
House conservatives warn Trump-Schumer deal undercuts GOP leverage on DHS funding
House conservatives are quietly grumbling about the deal President Donald Trump entered into with Senate Democrats to keep the government open — particularly regarding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).Some Republican lawmakers are concerned that the plan will force them to swallow concessions on immigration enforcement policies that they would not normally entertain while the GOP holds all the levers of power in Washington, albeit with slim majorities."I don’t think we have any more lev...
Minneapolis City Council moves to spend $500K on immigrant legal services
The Minneapolis City Council on Tuesday signaled support for a resolution that would direct additional funding toward immigrant legal services, as city leaders weigh how to respond to ongoing federal immigration enforcement activity.The resolution would increase the budget for the Neighborhood and Community Relations Department’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs by $500,000 on a one-time basis. Jason Chavez, a Minneapolis City Council member representing Ward 9, said the move would bring ...
CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating a gastrointestinal illness outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship.The outbreak occurred during a voyage from Jan. 11 through Feb. 1 on a Regent Seven Seas Cruises ship.It sickened 27 people, including 21 passengers and six crew members, CDC data shows.CDC REPORTS FIRST CRUISE NOROVIRUS OUTBREAK THIS YEAR, AS NEARLY 90 PEOPLE ARE INFECTEDThe cruise line notified the CDC of the illnesses during the sailing — and the agency li...
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Hochul Chooses Adrienne Adams to Join Her Re-election Ticket
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that Ms. Adams, the former New York City Council speaker who recently ran for mayor, will be her running mate as lieutenant governor.
Tate McRae receives backlash for supporting Team USA in NBC Olympics ad
Canadians took to social media to share their disappointment about the Calgary-born and -raised singer promoting the American Olympic team.
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Gaza health officials say strikes kill 23 after Israel says shots wounded officer
Gaza’s health ministry says at least 46 were also wounded in the raids.
New Mexico Newborn Dies After Mother Drank Raw Milk, Prompting Fresh Warnings
A recent death in New Mexico has tragically highlighted the dangers of drinking raw milk.
Wife of Jill Biden's ex-husband described him as 'a romantic' in 2020 interview
The wife of Jill Biden’s ex-husband, William Stevenson, had described him as a romantic in an interview about five years before he allegedly murdered her in December.Stevenson, and his second wife, Linda, had spoken to "Inside Edition" in 2020 when former Vice President Joe Biden was running for office against then-President Donald Trump. The couple gushed about their relationship during the interview."She was sitting across the bar with a common friend," Stevenson said. "I said, ‘Is that Linda?...
Anthropic says it won't bring ads to Claude, unlike rival ChatGPT
Anthropic has announced that its chatbot Claude will remain ad-free. This is in direct contrast to rival company OpenAI, which recently brought ads to ChatGPT for many users. The company says that "including ads in conversations with Claude would be incompatible" with the chatbot becoming a "genuinely helpful assistant for work and for deep thinking." The reasoning here is rather simple. People tend to share personal details with chatbots, for better or for worse, and getting ads based on that s...
Blue-leaning state emerges as top GOP trouble spot as Senate campaign chief sounds midterm alarm
The Senate Republican campaign chair has a stark warning for his party as the GOP defends its 53-47 majority in the chamber in this year's midterm elections.National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) Chair Tim Scott pointed to a ballot box deficit the GOP's facing in a new Fox News national poll, saying it could impact specific Senate races this year.And Scott said the toughest challenge may be in Maine, where longtime GOP Sen. Susan Collins is running for re-election in the blue-leaning no...
Final Maine plane crash victim identified as copilot
A Texas father has been identified as the copilot and final victim killed in a fiery plane crash in Maine last week.Jorden Reidel, 33, was among the six people killed when the Bombardier Challenger 600 jet, which was bound for Paris, France, flipped and caught fire on the runway during takeoff at about 7:45 p.m. on Jan. 25.Reidel, of Conroe, Texas, began his aviation career during high school, earning his private pilot license when he graduated in 2010 at the age of 17, according to his obituary...
How tech is being used in Nancy Guthrie disappearance investigation
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today" show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing from her home in the Catalina Foothills area near Tucson after she failed to appear for church and could not be reached by family. When deputies arrived, several things stood out. Her phone, wallet and car keys were inside the home. The daily medication she relies on was left behind. Given her age and mobility challenges, investigators said she would not have left voluntarily.The Pima County Sh...
The 11 best gifts under $25 for 2026
The most hyped tech is often also the most expensive: flagship smartphones, ultra-powerful gaming laptops, immersive VR headsets and the like. But it would be wrong to assume that those are the only pieces of technology worth gifting. You don’t have to drain your wallet to get someone a cool gadget that will both be useful and make their lives easier. There are more solid, affordable gadgets out there now more than ever, but that also means you’ll discover some junk along the way. We’ve collecte...
A24 Will Revive ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ With a TV Show and Movie
The future of 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' belongs to television, Glen Powell, and an eventual movie.
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Doctors hope UK archive can solve under-50s bowel cancer mystery
Researchers are comparing 1960s tumour DNA with samples from today.
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Whack-a-mole: US academic fights to purge his AI deepfakes
His office found 43 channels using AI to mimic him, often on tense global issues.
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Dodgers pledged $100 million to Newsom's wildfire relief fund. So far? $7.8 million. Why?
LA Rises has struggled to distinguish itself amid a panoply of wildfire relief efforts, delivering $20 million to date, including $7.8 million from Mark Walter's family foundation.
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Trump cuts 700 immigration officers from Minnesota after fatal shootings
The federal force in Minnesota swelled from 150 to about 2000 officers.
This Earth-Facing Sunspot Region Is Absolutely Popping Off
A large, hyperactive group of sunspots just produced its sixth X-class solar flare of the week.
Thune blasts Jeffries, Schumer as 'afraid of their shadows' as DHS funding fight heats up
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., doesn’t have confidence that top congressional Democrats want to fix Homeland Security funding as Congress gears up for tense negotiations in the coming days. With the partial four-day government shutdown now over, Democrats and Republicans are readying to relitigate the controversial Department of Homeland Security (DHS) bill, which threatened to completely derail a previous bipartisan funding deal. And with nine days on the clock to figure out a way f...
Dean Cain exposes industry 'blacklist' attempt over his conservative values and principles
Actor Dean Cain is calling out what he describes as an attempted blacklisting by the entertainment industry.Cain took to social media this week to share a screenshot of an email apparently sent from an employee of GalaxyCon, a company that organizes fan conventions, that explained why they wouldn't be working with him: a difference in "values.""In regard to Dean Cain, although I have a soft spot in my heart because he sent me an autographed postcard in the mail when I was like 10 years old, Gala...
Jill Biden's 2019 memoir described being 'devastated' by divorce from Bill Stevenson, now charged with murder
In her 2019 book, "Where the Light Enters," former first lady Jill Biden described her feeling of devastation that her first marriage ended in divorce.William "Bill" Stevenson, who currently faces a murder charge in connection with the death of his wife Linda Stevenson, is Jill Biden's ex-husband, reports indicate."My parents loved each other until they left this earth," Jill noted in her book, according to People. "Even in their old age, they were playful and affectionate. They loved faithfully...
Ex-NFL star shares Super Bowl advice he would give to Sam Darnold, Drake Maye
Three-time Pro Bowler Matt Hasselbeck accumulated a lot of experience in his 18-year NFL career, including one Super Bowl appearance.Hasselbeck led the Seattle Seahawks to Super Bowl XL against the Pittsburgh Steelers but lost the game 21-10. During a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Hasselbeck was asked what advice he would give to Sam Darnold and Drake Maye, who are both making their first Super Bowl starts.The 50-year-old’s advice was simple: just have fun.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS CO...
Pinterest Reportedly Fires Employees Who Built a Tool to Track Layoffs
Pinterest says the internal layoff-tracking tool built by company engineers violated company policy.
iPhone Fold rumors: Everything we know so far, including the leaked foldable design
Apple’s long-rumored foldable iPhone hasn’t been announced yet, but after years of speculation, it seems like this device could finally be coming out soon(ish). Multiple sources claim that Apple could be targeting a late-2026 launch for its first foldable phone, and new rumors suggest the company is even already thinking about its second model, which could be a clamshell-style foldable iPhone.But of course, nothing is official yet. Plans can change, features can be dropped and timelines can slip...
Rob Gronkowski jokes about Tom Brady's Hall of Fame candidacy after Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft miss out
Just days after it was reported that Bill Belichick was not voted into the Hall of Fame, it was revealed that another pillar of the New England Patriots dynasty will also miss out.Owner Robert Kraft has reportedly not received enough votes to be inducted into Canton, despite six Super Bowl titles and, including this year, 11 appearances.When asked by Fox News Digital on radio row in San Francisco ahead of Super Bowl LX if anyone from the Patriots dynasty days will get in, Rob Gronkowski, who won...
Ex-Washington Post chief blasts 'gutless' Bezos as paper rocked by major layoffs
Marty Baron, the former executive editor of The Washington Post, took direct aim at its owner Jeff Bezos on Wednesday as the paper announced sweeping layoffs."This ranks among the darkest days in the history of one of the world’s greatest news organizations," Baron said in a statement posted to social media. "The Washington Post’s ambitions will be sharply diminished, its talented and brave staff will be further depleted, and the public will be denied the ground-level, fact-based reporting in ou...
Cozey Neptune Sofa Bed Review: Firm but Flexible
This modular sleeper sofa allows buyers to design any seating configuration they want, if they don’t mind a solid surface.
Presidents' Day sales 2026: The best tech deals from Apple, Sony, Roku and others
You can find a lot of good deals for Presidents’ Day, but to say it’s a tech-deal boon would be an overstatement. The best Presidents’ Day deals are usually on mattresses, appliances and furniture, but you can find some decent tech sales thrown in as well. This year, Presidents’ Day comes right after Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl 2026, which means there are even more chances to save as sales and discounts overlap. If you’re looking for a new streaming device, a fresh iPad or an upgraded vacuum ...
NYC antisemitic incidents nearly triple despite other crimes reaching record lows
Antisemitic incidents in New York City nearly tripled in January as other crimes hit record lows, according to police data released on Tuesday.Anti-Jewish hate crimes soared 182%, with 31 reported incidents versus 11 in January 2025, the NYPD said. These incidents accounted for more than half of all hate crime in January, which stood at 56 — an increase of 152% over the same period last year.The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for the New York and New Jersey region called the 182% spike "staggering...
Experts Stuck 2 Mummies in a CT Scanner. Here’s What They Saw
This is probably not how the ancient Egyptian priests thought their afterlife would go.
Pope Leo plans to 'continue Pope Francis' mission' of inclusivity for LGBTQ Catholics, Fr James Martin says
Jesuit priest Father James Martin, who hosts "The Spiritual Life" podcast and is founder of Outreach, an LGBTQ Catholic ministry, said Pope Leo XIV intends to "continue Pope Francis' mission" of inclusivity for LGBTQ Catholics after meeting with Leo in September.During a Tuesday appearance on "The Late Show," Martin was asked by host Stephen Colbert whether Leo plans on "expanding" the LGBTQ ministry, as Francis had previously expressed interest in doing."Yeah, the message I got from him was tha...
