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• 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.
• Erika Kirk battles for cameras in courtroom while expanding TPUSA chapters in new state partnership - Erika Kirk details her fight for courtroom transparency in Tyler Robinson's trial for allegedly assassinating her husband Charlie Kirk, while expanding Club America program.
• Trump touts ‘very positive’ call with Chinese leader Xi - The president noted plans to visit China in April, as Beijing sends a warning to White House over Taiwan arms sales.
• Lyft driver accused of brutal backseat attack, threatening to kill passenger during ride - Florida Lyft driver allegedly choked passenger and threatened to kill her during ride before arrest on battery and false imprisonment charges.
• Trump Administration Is Delaying Hundreds of Wind and Solar Projects - Federal agencies are delaying approvals for renewable energy projects on both federal land and private property at a time when electricity demand is going up.
• US positions aircraft carriers, strike platforms across Middle East as Iran talks shift to Oman - U.S. military buildup escalates across Middle East as nuclear talks with Iran move to Oman
• 'God is always in charge': Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on his journey as he leaves archbishop role - Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on 17 years as New York archbishop with gratitude, expressing excitement for his next chapter while remaining committed.
• Baltimore City Health Department held racially segregated equity meetings: report - Baltimore health department reportedly separated employees by race for DEI training using taxpayer funds, sparking widespread controversy.
• Trump says immigration crackdown needs 'softer touch' with 'tough' stance after deadly Minneapolis shootings - President Donald Trump ordered 700 federal officers out of Minneapolis, suggesting a "softer touch" while staying "tough" after fatal shootings sparked riots over the ongoing immigration crackdown.
• Local teacher under investigation for sexual abuse claims from former student - A local middle school teacher is now at the center of a criminal investigation after being accused of sexually abusing one of her former students.
• Irish comedian says UK PM Starmer hides from culture wars as 'ordinary people' fight daily battles - Controversial Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan testified before Congress on Wednesday about U.K. free speech battles and ongoing transgender policy disputes.
• Musk vows to put data centers in space and run them on solar power but experts have their doubts - Elon Musk vowed this week to upend another industry just as he did with cars and rockets — and once again he's taking on long odds. The world's richest man said he wants to put as many as a million satellites into orbit to form vast, solar
• House GOP moves to block DC from stopping Trump tax cuts for tipped, overtime workers - House Republicans passed a bill to stop Washington, D.C., from blocking key parts of President Trump’s tax law, including provisions eliminating taxes on tipped and overtime wages.
• Man gunned down after offering ride to woman seeking warming shelter in Missouri: report - Missouri Good Samaritan William Palmer was allegedly shot and killed after offering a ride to a woman. Brittany Rivoire, 36, is accused of murder.
• Alphabet earnings are out – here are the numbers - Wall Street will be looking for more details Google's deal to revamp Apple's Siri virtual assistant with the search company's Gemini AI models.
• Waymo under federal investigation after child struck - A Waymo autonomous vehicle hit a child near a Santa Monica, California, school, prompting an NHTSA probe focusing on self-driving cars.
• "So Stupid": The Internet Is Absolutely Losing It Over Florida's Mind-Boggling New Law - Because clearly the DMV experience wasn't soul-sucking enough already...
• AOC attacks Bari Weiss, falsely claims she 'killed' '60 Minutes' report on CECOT - Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez attacked CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss, accusing her of "killing" a "60 Minutes" segment and serving billionaire interests.
• Plastic surgeon cites 'emotional blackmail,' poor evidence in warning against youth gender surgeries - American Society of Plastic Surgeons warns against transgender surgeries for minors under 19, citing poor evidence and concerning European data.
• Employment Commission Investigates Nike for Discrimination Against White Workers - The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has worked under President Trump to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
• California leaders decry Trump call to 'nationalize' election, say they're ready to resist - California officials say they are ready to resist should the federal government attempt to assert control over the state's voting system, as President Trump has suggested it should.
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• Bitcoin sinks after Treasury Secretary Bessent says US government can't tell banks to bail out crypto - Bitcoin sank after Treasury Secretary Bessent said banks would not bail out crypto.
• Childcare expert exposes key roadblock to uncovering potential fraud schemes in Minnesota: 'Really difficult' - Outdated systems make childcare fraud harder to detect, and states need modernized platforms to spot suspicious billing and attendance patterns, an expert says.
• Trump-signed shutdown bill sends $4M to children's hospitals under federal probe for transgender care - President Donald Trump signed legislation funding two children's hospitals that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has targeted over sex-change treatments for minors.
• Regal gets permit for $5 million project at Warren West. Here’s what changes are planned - The work will include the removal of theater seats to replace them with new reclining seats.
• NBC announces Winter Olympics replacement host for Savannah Guthrie as her mother remains missing - NBC tapped experienced Olympic commentator Mary Carillo for Winter Olympics hosting duties as "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie deals with the intensifying search for her missing mother.
• 76ers trade Jared McCain, their 2024 first-round pick, to Thunder before NBA deadline - The Thunder acquired Jared McCain in trade with the 76ers, adding valuable roster depth to their championship team despite the guard's recent injury struggles.
• Gold set for biggest daily gain since 2008; silver also rebounds - By Anmol Choubey Feb 3 (Reuters) - Gold and silver prices rebounded sharply on Tuesday after a steep selloff over the previous two sessions and the bullion was on track for its biggest daily rise
• Supreme Court Clears Way for California Voting Map - The state’s Republican Party had asked the justices to step in and block the new congressional maps, which give an advantage to Democrats, before the midterms.
• Mavericks send Anthony Davis to Wizards in eight-player trade: report - Anthony Davis has reportedly been traded to Washington Wizards in blockbuster NBA deal involving multiple players and draft picks from Dallas Mavericks in major move.
• Hedge funds made $24 billion shorting software stocks so far in 2026 — And they are increasing the bet - Hedge funds are increasing their short bets against software stocks, contributing to the brutal sell-off in the space so far this year, according to sources at two major funds on Wall Street.
• UK to release files related to former ambassador's Jeffrey Epstein ties - U.K. government commits to releasing files on Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to the U.S. despite his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
• Bill Gates calls himself 'foolish' for spending time with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein - Bill Gates called himself "foolish" for ever spending time with with Jeffrey Epstein in a new interview, saying he regrets every minute spent with the convicted sex offender.
• DHS Panics After ICE Barbie’s Fourth Amendment Assault Flamed - Kristi Noem’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is in panic mode after a group of its former top lawyers publicly slammed ICE’s secret use of administrative warrants to enter people’s homes. After the practice sparked whistleblower comp
• Florida hospital worker allegedly stole wallet from 94-year-old patient, racked up $500 on credit cards - A Florida hospital worker allegedly stole a 94-year-old patient's wallet and went on $500 shopping spree at Target. Bailey Slater faces multiple charges.
• Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott believes Fed Chair Powell committed no crime in testimony - President Donald Trump recently said the investigation into Jerome Powell, led by U.S. Attorney for Washington Jeanine Pirro, should continue to the end.
• 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.
• U.S. plans critical mineral price floors with Mexico, EU and Japan - The Trump administration has put critical minerals at the heart of its trade and industrial policies in an effort to reduce dependence on China.
• RILEY GAINES: Georgia voters must reject Jon Ossoff’s awful record against women - Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff has betrayed Georgia women by voting against Title IX protections three times, citing his record on sports legislation.
• Educators Sue to Keep Immigration Agents From Schools and Bus Stops - The lawsuit is challenging a Trump administration policy allowing federal agents near locations such as schools, churches and hospitals.
• Border czar Tom Homan calls anti-ICE roadblocks in Minneapolis a 'joke' after police chief disbands them - Border czar Tom Homan called anti-ICE roadblocks in Minneapolis a "joke" while announcing 700 federal agents will withdraw from the Twin Cities area.
• IOC elects first female member from Iran to join exclusive global Olympic body - The International Olympic Committee elected its first female member from Iran on Wednesday, who also became the current youngest representative. The IOC invites prospective members to join an exclusive body that includes former Olympic ath
• The best Presidents' Day deals worth shopping – from mattresses to luggage - No need to wait for the weekend, Presidents’ Day deals are already live, with savings up to 77% on brands you love, from Levi’s and Cuisinart to Apple and more.
• Trump calls Savannah Guthrie as search for her missing mom intensifies - President Donald Trump calls NBC Today co-host Savannah Guthrie about her missing mother Nancy Guthrie, 84, last seen Saturday as sheriff says "we do have a crime."
• Border Czar Says He Is Pulling 700 Immigration Agents Out of Minneapolis - About 2,000 personnel will be left in Minnesota, where President Trump’s immigration crackdown has generated outrage.
• Prosecutor Fired After Voicing Frustration With Immigration Caseload - The prosecutor, Julie T. Le, told a judge that she and her colleagues in the U.S. attorney’s office were overwhelmed by the White House’s immigration operation in Minnesota.