↑ RSS 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, MarcoWorld 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 groWhite 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.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 iFBI 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 GoogleHochul 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 hGoogle 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 betweenQualcomm 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.Washington Post Cuts More Than 300 Jobs - The layoffs cut into The Post’s local, international and sports coverage, and reduced its entire work force by about 30 percent.Louisiana school's teacher of the year accused of inappropriate conduct with former student - A middle school teacher in Louisiana who had been honored as "Teacher of the Year" is facing charges for alleged inappropriate conduct with juveniles.Fake doctor allegedly leaves Massachusetts woman with permanent scars after botched eyelid surgery - Woman allegedly left with permanent scarring and ongoing pain after unlicensed practitioner performed botched eyelid surgery in Massachusetts home setting.Exclusive: Illegal immigrant released under Biden 'catch-and-release' allegedly kills driver in police chase - Darwin Felipe Bahamon Martinez, 21, is facing a homicide charge after a reckless driving chase ended in a fatal collision. ICE has lodged a detainer against the suspect.Rangers trade All-Star Artemi Panarin to Kings, ending 7-year New York tenure: report - The New York Rangers reportedly traded Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings for a conditional pick and prospect Liam Greentree in a blockbuster NHL deal.L.A. archbishop holds 'Mass for Peace' as students protest Trump immigration policies - With public outrage growing over immigration enforcement, Archbishop José H. Gomez — the highest-ranking Latino bishop in the U.S. — held a 'Mass for Peace' at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.Happy Valentine's Day: Little love in the air as uncertainty swirls on the Hill - House Republicans narrowly end three-day government shutdown after dramatic procedural vote, but another funding crisis looms for the DHS.Army to deploy 10th Mountain Division brigade to CENTCOM - The 2nd Mobile Brigade Combat Team will take over from an Iowa National Guard unit.Russia, China squeeze US Arctic defense zone as Trump eyes Greenland - Trump's Greenland focus highlights urgent Arctic security needs as Sen. Sullivan reveals new U.S. defenses against Sino-Russian threats in Alaska.Noem vows criminal prosecution after catching alleged DHS 'prolific leaker' - DHS Secretary Kristi Noem confirms a "prolific leaker" has been identified and will be referred to the DOJ to protect law enforcement operations.Canadian-born singer Tate McRae sparks fury after backing Team USA in Olympics ad: ‘Traitor’ - Tate McRae's Team USA Olympics ad ignited controversy amid U.S.-Canada tensions. The Canadian pop singer faced social media backlash for promoting American athletes in NBC commercial.CNN Data Guru Reveals Democrats’ Chances of Winning Midterm ‘Landslide’ Are Skyrocketing — Thanks to Texas - Harry Enten argued that Democrats' chances of securing a landslide victory in the midterms are skyrocketing thanks, in part, to gains they've made in Texas.