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• Bodycam shows NYPD officer shooting man with knife as Mamdani calls for no criminal charges - Bodycam footage released by the New York City Police Department shows an officer shooting Jabez Chakraborty during a mental health episode after he allegedly charged with a knife.
• Oil giant Shell misses fourth-quarter profit estimates as crude prices slide - The results come as lower oil prices force European energy majors to confront some tough choices.
• New Mexico newborn dies from Listeria infection after mother drank raw milk while pregnant: state officials - Newborn dies from Listeria infection likely linked to mother drinking raw milk during pregnancy, according to New Mexico health officials who renewed warnings.
• Why Asia's richest man and BlackRock CEO want Indians to pick equities over gold - Indians are among the leading buyers of gold in the world, but the country has been seeing increasing financialization of savings, with mutual funds growing in popularity.
• European stocks head for mixed open ahead of earnings from Shell, Maersk and more - European stocks are expected to open flat to lower as traders gear up for more regional earnings reports Thursday.
• Maduro ally Alex Saab arrested in joint US-Venezuelan operation, official says - Venezuelan official Alex Saab was reportedly arrested in a joint U.S.-Venezuela operation, although his lawyer denies the report as "fake news."
• U.S. proposes critical minerals trade bloc aimed at countering China’s grip - The U.S. is mobilizing allies into a preferential trade bloc for critical minerals as part of efforts to counter China's dominance in the market.
• ‘My Crazy Friend’: The Royals Who Stayed Close to Epstein - Emails, texts, photos and videos show how Jeffrey Epstein, even after becoming a convicted sex offender, burnished his ties to royal family members from several countries and their advisers.
• Silver resumes its slide, plunging 13%, after short-lived rebound - Silver prices slid as much as 16% on Thursday, snapping a two-day rebound as investors continued to unwind positions.
• Brad Karp Resigns as Paul Weiss Chairman Amid Epstein Fallout - The decision followed the release of a series of embarrassing emails between Mr. Karp and Jeffrey Epstein.
• Savannah Guthrie Addresses Mother’s Abductor: ‘We Are Ready to Talk’ - Ms. Guthrie, the television anchor, and her siblings released a video on Wednesday night asking for proof that their mother, Nancy, is alive.
• Sony profit jumps 22% in December quarter, beating expectations and lifting full-year outlook - TechSony profit jumps 22% in December quarter, beating expectations and lifting full-year outlookPublished Wed, Feb 4 202610:31 PM ESTDylan Butts@in/dylan-b-7a4
• China's Xi reasserts Taiwan stance in call with Trump, while U.S. president pushes trade - Beijing stressed Taiwan is the most important issue while Trump highlights the trade aspects of the bilateral relations.
• Georgia GOP Rep Barry Loudermilk to retire, adding to wave of House exits - Rep. Barry Loudermilk announced he won't seek re-election, joining growing wave of Republican retirements from Congress ahead of next election cycle.
• Shares of Arm plunge 8% after licensing revenue misses estimates, Qualcomm outlook adds pressure - Shares of UK-based semiconductor designer Arm Holdings fell in aftermarket trading, despite the company posting record revenues amid AI demand.
• Maduro ally Saab arrested in Venezuela, US official says - By Jana Winter WASHINGTON, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Venezuelan official Alex Saab, a former businessman once held in the U.S., was arrested in Venezuela on Wednesday as part of a joint operation between U.S.
• Dangerous TikTok trend leaves boy badly burned as doctors issue warning - Parents warned after NeeDoh toy causes severe burns to child's face when microwaved following TikTok trend. Doctors report treating similar cases from dangerous trend.
• In tearful video, Savannah Guthrie addresses possible kidnapper: 'Ready to talk' - Savannah Guthrie and her two siblings posted a tearful video Wednesday in which they pleaded for the return of their mother, Nancy Guthrie, and asked her possible kidnapper to communicate with them.
• More than 200 people evaluated in Tennessee after carbon monoxide leak infiltrates university facility - Carbon monoxide detectors failed to activate during dangerous leak at Milligan University on Wednesday, sending over 200 people to Tennessee hospitals for treatment.
• Hamas terrorist who murdered IDF soldier Noa Marciano eliminated in Gaza - IDF soldier Corporal Noa Marciano, 19, was abducted during Oct. 7 massacre and murdered by Hamas terrorist Muhammad Issam Hassan al-Habil, who was killed in Israeli strike.
• Trump declines to take sides between Vance, Rubio in 2028 successor debate - By Steve Holland WASHINGTON, Feb 4 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Wednesday declined to take sides in the debate over whether his vice president, JD Vance, or his secretary of state, Marco
• World Series hero, Tigers great Mickey Lolich dead at 85 - Mickey Lolich, the Detroit Tigers pitcher who achieved the rare feat of three complete game victories in 1968 World Series, died after hospice care. He was 85.
• Oil slides in volatile trading as upcoming U.S.-Iran talks revive de-escalation hopes - Oil prices fell on Thursday after Washington and Tehran agreed to hold talks in Oman on Friday, even as differences persist over the scope of the discussions.
• A newborn's death likely linked to the mom drinking raw milk while pregnant - A newborn baby died from a listeria infection likely linked to the child's mother drinking raw milk during pregnancy, health officials said. Interest in and sales of raw milk have been rising in recent years, fueled by social media and gro
• White House quotes Tony Soprano to defend Christopher Columbus amid reports of new statue celebrating explorer - White House quotes Tony Soprano to defend Christopher Columbus as reports emerge that President Donald Trump plans to install a statue of the Italian explorer on White House grounds.
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• Asia markets mostly fall, tracking Wall Street losses as tech sell-off continues - In Asia, investors will keep an eye on tech and tech-related stocks in the region to watch for any spillover.
• China’s Xi Presses Trump on Taiwan in Phone Call - Both leaders gave versions of what they discussed, but the Chinese president’s take made clear the issue of the island was front and center.
• Trump Says His Unpredictable Style Gives Him Leverage. But It Has a Cost. - A year into President Trump’s second term, his threats, retreats, twists and turns appear to be wearing on allies and adversaries.
• Pizza Hut to close 250 restaurants across the U.S. - Pizza Hut is reshaping its presence across America, but the upcoming changes may mean your local slice is about to disappear for good. Yum! Brands has announced that it is closing 250 underperforming Pizza Hut locations across the country i
• FBI arrests 55 in massive drug ring with alleged China supplier flooding US streets with fentanyl - FBI arrests 55 people in major Georgia drug trafficking ring accused of flooding streets with fentanyl, linked to China supplier in sweeping takedown.
• Google's quarterly results paint a picture of an internet powerhouse getting stronger in AI age - Google’s latest quarterly report provided further evidence that its internet empire is withstanding an artificial intelligence shakeup that’s turning into another potential boon for the company. The numbers released Wednesday marked Google
• Hochul primary challenger picks democratic socialist, once arrested for harassment, as running mate - New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado picks Democratic Socialist India Walton as running mate in battle against Gov. Kathy Hochul in Democratic primary.
• Maryland Republicans say Dems hung sign dismissing concerns over trans athletes in women's sports - The Maryland Freedom Caucus on Wednesday posted about sign from Democrat delegates dismissing concerns over trans athletes in women's sports.
• Massive student immigration protest turns violent in downtown LA, dispersal order issued: police - Los Angeles police issued a dispersal order as a student immigration protest turned violent in downtown LA on Wednesday. At least five people were detained, police say.
• Democrats say Clintons' agreement to testify undercuts subpoena push, won't bring new Epstein answers - House Democrats praised Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton for their decision to comply with congressional subpoenas, despite doubts the pair would reveal new information on Jeffrey Epstein.
• Ellen DeGeneres returns to California with $27M mansion purchase after fleeing US post-Trump victory - Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi's $27 million Montecito mansion is just a temporary winter retreat before they return to their England home this spring.
• Alphabet resets the bar for AI infrastructure spending - The search giant's proposed capex spend for 2026 exceeds that of its hyperscalers peers.
• 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.
• Patriots owner Robert Kraft continues antisemitism fight with new $15M Super Bowl ad campaign - Robert Kraft's Blue Square Alliance will debut a powerful Super Bowl ad "Sticky Note" targeting antisemitism, urging more than a 120 million viewers to stand against hate.
• Georgia Republican Barry Loudermilk won't seek reelection to US House - Georgia Republican U.S. House member Barry Loudermilk, who has been active in efforts to discredit Democratic-led investigations into the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, announced Wednesday that he won't seek reelection this year. Loudermilk h
• Google Plans to Double Spending Amid A.I. Race - Profits jumped 30 percent to $34.5 billion last quarter, and the tech giant is increasing its capital spending this year to as much as $185 billion.
• Feds file sweeping terrorism charges against suspect in deadly DC ambush of Israeli Embassy staffers at museum - A Chicago man accused of killing two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Jewish museum in Washington, D.C., is now facing a slew of new terrorism charges.
• Investigators return to Nancy Guthrie's home as search for NBC host's mother continues - Investigators swarmed Nancy Guthrie's home on Wednesday. They brought in K-9s and put up crime scene tape around the property. It's unclear why they have returned to the home.
• Canada’s Tate McRae Roots for Team USA in New Olympics Ad - Tate McRae’s promotional video for NBC, in which she name checks Team USA athletes, has drawn the ire of some Canadians as the country’s relationship with the United States hits new lows.
• Power outage halts Milan Cortina Olympics curling competition moments after matches begin - Lights flickered during the first competition of the 2026 Milan Cortina Games on Wednesday. The curling competition eventually resumed, prompting cheers from fans.
• Snowstorm parking wars turn violent as cities crack down, neighbors clash and police warn of escalation - City officials are warning residents about using chairs, cones and other objects to save parking spaces after snowstorms. Violent fights have erupted among residents.
• Top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna charged with assault in downtown Penn State incident, court document shows - Top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna allegedly faces felony assault charges after a reported altercation in State College, leaving the victim with a broken jaw.
• US says it has returned to Venezuela all $500 million of initial oil sale - By Steve Holland WASHINGTON, Feb 3 (Reuters) - The United States has now returned to the Venezuelan government all $500 million from the initial sale of oil that was part of a deal reached between
• Qualcomm stock sinks as memory shortage drags on forecast - "We're starting to see that memory is going to define the size of the mobile market," Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said in an interview.
• Illegal immigrant allegedly rams ICE vehicle, bites agents after failed gun purchase in Pittsburgh - Nicaraguan man Darwin Alexander Davila-Perez, an illegal alien, allegedly launched a violent attack on federal agents following a failed attempt to buy a firearm.