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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.
• 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.
• Florida paramedic accused of recording sexual assault in ambulance sentenced to 10 years in prison - Former Florida paramedic sentenced to 10 years in prison after sexually assaulting an unconscious patient in an ambulance and recording the attack.
• Oil prices jump on report that plans for U.S.-Iran nuclear talks are collapsing - President Trump has threatened to launch military strikes on Iran if the Islamic Republic doesn't agree to a deal on its nuclear program.
• Dave Coulier never wanted to be 'poster boy for cancer' as he reveals double remission - After beating lymphoma, Dave Coulier discovered a second unrelated cancer during routine scans, crediting early detection with potentially saving his life.
• Trump admin to withdraw 700 federal officers from Minnesota: Homan - The Trump administration will draw down about 25% of its law enforcement officers from Minnesota on Wednesday, border czar Tom Homan said.
• Trump doubles down on calls for GOP to 'nationalize' voting as congressional leaders balk - President Donald Trump calls for Republicans to "nationalize" voting in certain areas, defending federal election takeover despite constitutional concerns.
• Ford Worker Who Called Trump A 'Pedophile Protector' Reportedly No Longer Suspended - Personally, I'd probably take a nice, long vacation, buy a new Corvette, and then return to work.
• K-9 hailed a hero for tracking missing boy during snowstorm in North Carolina - Police K-9 Bo helps rescue missing 13-year-old boy with special needs during dangerous snowstorm in Gastonia, North Carolina.
• Man Convicted of Trying to Assassinate Trump Gets Life Sentence - Federal prosecutors told the judge that Ryan Routh had “plotted painstakingly” to ambush Donald J. Trump in 2024 at his golf course near West Palm Beach.
• How to watch Super Bowl LX: Stream the Patriots vs Seahawks NFL championship live - The Seattle Seahawks will take on the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California. Here's how to watch the game.
• Democrats lay out demands for DHS funding, urging GOP to "get serious" - Democratic leaders outlined their demands for funding the Department of Homeland Security beyond next week.
• How to get Peacock free (or at a big discount) ahead of the 2026 Super Bowl and Winter Olympics - Avoid Peacock's latest price increase with these subscriptions that offer the service for free, and find out about other discounts that you may not know about.
• Australia bans pro-Israel influencer weeks after Bondi Beach terror attack - Several pro-Israel figures have been barred from Australia as tensions rise after Bondi Beach massacre that killed 15 people during Hanukkah celebration period.
• What we know about Savannah Guthrie's missing mother - Officials say they believe Nancy Guthrie, who was last seen Saturday, was taken against her will but haven't identified a suspect or person of interest in the case.
• WHO announces restart of preventive cholera vaccinations after nearly 4-year halt - Preventive cholera vaccination programs will restart globally after they were halted for nearly four years due to a vaccine shortage, the World Health Organization said Wednesday. In a joint statement, WHO, vaccine alliance GAVI and the Un
• Georgia's Fulton County files motion seeking return of 2020 election materials seized by FBI - Fulton County officials are seeking a federal court order to compel the FBI to return over 600 boxes of 2020 election materials seized during a recent raid.
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• UNICEF calls for criminalization of AI content depicting child sex abuse - By Jasper Ward Feb 4 (Reuters) - The United Nations children's agency UNICEF on Wednesday called for countries to criminalize the creation of AI-generated child sexual abuse content, saying it was
• 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.
• House conservatives warn Trump-Schumer deal undercuts GOP leverage on DHS funding - Some House Republicans say the deal to avert a shutdown weakens GOP leverage on immigration enforcement, with DHS funding now set to expire in February.
• 'Nobody wants to die': Ukrainians flee from southeast as Russia lurches forward - By Serhiy Chalyi TAVRIISKE, Ukraine, Feb 4 (Reuters) - In the last few weeks, buses have stopped running to the village of Tavriiske in southeast Ukraine from the major city of Zaporizhzhia, some 50
• CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness - A gastrointestinal outbreak was reported by the CDC on a luxury cruise ship, affecting 27 people during the Miami to Honolulu voyage. The investigation continues into the cause.
• Wife of Jill Biden's ex-husband described him as 'a romantic' in 2020 interview - William Stevenson and his wife Linda had spoken about their romantic relationship during an interview in 2020, five years before he allegedly murdered her.
• Blue-leaning state emerges as top GOP trouble spot as Senate campaign chief sounds midterm alarm - Senate Republicans face polling deficit ahead of midterm elections as GOP defends 53-47 majority. NRSC chair warns of tough battles in key states.
• Exclusive: Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi on hunger strike in detention in Iran, foundation says - Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi is on hunger strike in detention by Iranian authorities, according to a letter by the Narges Foundation, which is run by her family.
• This Cool New Hybrid Camera Gadget Is A Retro Dream - Fujifilm's retrofuturistic camera is out now in Japan and coming soon to the United States. This unique gadget lets you dial in on decades for a retro look.
• Thune blasts Jeffries, Schumer as 'afraid of their shadows' as DHS funding fight heats up - Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., believed that the top two congressional Democrats were "afraid of their shadows" as DHS funding negotiations gear up.
• Jill Biden's 2019 memoir described being 'devastated' by divorce from Bill Stevenson, now charged with murder - Former first lady Jill Biden discussed in her 2019 memoir feeling devasted after divorcing Bill Stevenson, who is now charged in his wife's murder.
• Rob Gronkowski jokes about Tom Brady's Hall of Fame candidacy after Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft miss out - Rob Gronkowski joked that Tom Brady might be a fourth-ballot Hall of Famer while questioning why Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft were left out of Canton.
• Ex-Washington Post chief blasts 'gutless' Bezos as paper rocked by major layoffs - In a blistering statement, former Washington Post executive editor Marty Baron took aim at the paper's owner Jeff Bezos as sweeping layoffs were announced.
• NYC antisemitic incidents nearly triple despite other crimes reaching record lows - Antisemitic incidents in New York City nearly tripled in January while other crimes hit record lows, according to public NYPD data released Tuesday.
• Fulton County in Georgia Challenges the F.B.I.’s Seizure of 2020 Ballots - The county filed a motion demanding the return of ballots and other election materials that were seized by the F.B.I. in a highly unusual move by the Trump administration.
• Pope Leo plans to 'continue Pope Francis' mission' of inclusivity for LGBTQ Catholics, Fr James Martin says - Fr. James Martin appeared on "The Late Show" Tuesday, where he told host Stephen Colbert that Pope Leo intends to 'continue Pope Francis' mission' of inclusivity for LGBTQ Catholics.
• Ex-Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III details tumultuous time with team in 2024 - Former New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III detailed why he "felt disrespected" by the organization during his rookie year with the team.
• ❄️ New snowfall map: Arctic front expected to bring snow to Mass. this weekend - All of the Bay State could see snow accumulation this weekend, followed by extreme cold with subzero wind chills.
• Alabama To Try Again To Legalize Casinos, Lottery, Sports Betting - Sen. Merika Coleman filed legislation this week that would send the question direct to voters
• Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ Elections Adds to State Officials’ Alarm - Some top state election officials, who run voting across the country, worry that the federal government has become hostile to them and their work.
• Cracker Barrel employees told to pay for their own alcohol, eat at company restaurants on the road - As Cracker Barrel struggles with falling sales and customer complaints, the Tennessee-based chain tightens employee travel policies, including alcohol expense restrictions.
• Trump’s Iran threats face ‘Obama red line’ test as White House pivots to diplomacy - Trump threatens Iran with military action while pursuing diplomatic talks. Recent drone shootdowns escalate tensions as diplomatic summit approaches.
• House Republicans sue to block Utah congressional map that favors Democrats - Utah Republicans challenge court-ordered congressional map in federal lawsuit, arguing judge violated Constitution by bypassing Legislature's authority.
• AMD's Lisa Su addresses guidance concerns, says demand still accelerating for advanced chips - CEO Lisa Su said that data center business has risen from the fourth to first quarter and demand for its central processing units is "going gangbusters."
• Savannah Guthrie leans on faith, shares emotional message about missing mom as search continues - Savannah Guthrie's mother is still missing after an apparent abduction from her home in Tucson, Arizona. The "Today" show host is leaning on her faith and begging for prayers.