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Olympic Skier Confesses To Cheating On GF During Live Interview After Winning Bronze
“This has been the worst week of my life," said Norwegian athlete Sturla Holm Lægreid
US consumer spending slowed in December - Is it a warning for the economy?
Retail sales were unexpectedly flat in December as consumers pulled back, raising questions about a broader economic slowdown.
Prince William meets footballers, gamers during Saudi tour
Britain's Prince William criss-crossed the Saudi capital Riyadh on Tuesday, meeting footballers, playing video games and chatting with customers at a cafe, even as scandal over his disgraced uncle Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein made headlines back home. William, an avid
‘Sistas’ Star Novi Brown Signs With Innovative Artists Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)
Novi Brown has signed with Innovative Artists Entertainment for representation in all areas, Variety has learned exclusively. She continues to be repped by Alta Global Media and Crawford Talents, Germany. Brown is best known for her starring role in the hit BET series “Sistas,”
Buddhist monks on 'Walk for Peace' across the United States arrive in Washington after 108 days
The monks in their saffron robes along with their rescue dog Aloka have captivated hearts on social media as they journeyed on foot from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington to advocate for peace.
Czech Olympic Ice Dancers Swap In Another AI ’90s Song Because Their First Track Ripped Off New Radicals
AI music has come to the Olympics. The post Czech Olympic Ice Dancers Swap In Another AI ’90s Song Because Their First Track Ripped Off New Radicals appeared first on Stereogum .
A New CEO Has Alan Wake 2 Fans Sounding The Enshittification Alarm
Remedy Entertainment's next blockbuster, Control Resonant , is due out sometime in 2026
Charli xcx Keeps a Secret From Her Boyfriend in ‘Erupcja’ Trailer
The pop star co-wrote the script for director Pete Ohs' film that hits theaters this spring after premiering at TIFF.
Egalitarianism among hunter-gatherers? What a food-sharing experiment reveals about self-interest
Hunter-gatherers like the Hadza of Tanzania are famous for their egalitarianism. A resource redistribution experiment conducted with the Hadza suggests many tolerate inequality—as long as it benefits themselves. Published in PNAS Nexus, Duncan N.E. Stibbard-Hawkes, Kris M.
Jimmy Eat World Announce Bleed American 25th Anniversary Tour With Sunny Day Real Estate, PUP, & More
Arizona emo heroes Jimmy Eat World didn't have a label when they released their 2001 album Bleed American . Their previous album, 1999's Clarity , was a straight-up classic that sold jack shit upon release, and it got the band dropped from Capitol. Undaunted, the band spent
In-situ sensor enables real-time monitoring of soil nitrate nitrogen
Accurate measurement of soil NO₃⁻-N is essential for precision fertilization and stable crop yields. Real-time monitoring of NO₃⁻-N has long been a challenge in agriculture. Conventional soil nutrient testing relies on time-consuming laboratory-based chemical analysis. Existing
European Parliament's political groups agree EU-US trade deal
Representatives of the Parliament's groups have agreed on the conditions for applying the controversial agreement. After the formal vote, negotiations with EU member states will move towards a final text.
Upcycling genes: 'SUPER' platform improves underperforming genetic parts
A research team has developed the "SUPER (Synthetic Upcycling Platform for Engineering Regulators)" platform, which dramatically enhances the performance and stability of gene regulatory devices. This research was recently published in Advanced Science. The team included
Spider-Man 2 Reportedly Leads February’s PlayStation Plus Games
It’s not a bad time to play Insomniac’s latest Marvel game before the next one’s out
More banks mean higher costs for borrowers
When banks crowd a lending market, you can forget the traditional relationship of supply and demand, in which increased supply normally leads to lower prices. So finds new research from Cesare Fracassi, associate professor of finance at Texas McCombs. "Adverse Selection in
Africa: Fearless Fund Expands to Africa...Launches Microfinance Fund in Ghana
[Ghanaian Times] Fearless fund, the world's first venture capital firm built by women of colour for women of colour, and a global leader in economic inclusion, has announced its official expansion into africa with the launch of the Fearless Microfinance Fund in ghana.
FBI releases images of masked person in hunt for Savannah Guthrie's mother
The mother of the news anchor Savannah disappeared in the middle of night from her Tucson, Arizona, home and was last seen on 31 January.
Pedro Almodovar Leads Petition Over New Threat to Argentina’s Film-TV Body, INCAA
Alarm bells are sounding again over the fate of Argentina’s beleaguered film-TV body, INCAA. A draft proposal from the administration of right-wing populist president Javier Milei includes a repeal of key articles that will impact the institute. These articles currently
Venezuelan opposition politician under house arrest after kidnap, son says
Juan Pablo Guanipa was recaptured by Venezuela's security forces on Sunday, hours after he and other political prisoners were freed.
A new inhalable treatment for tuberculosis: Once-weekly nanoparticles match daily oral rifampin in mice
Researchers at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo have developed a new inhalable form of tuberculosis (TB) treatment that could significantly reduce the burden of current therapy. Jessica L. Reynolds, Ph.D., associate professor of
Nancy Guthrie’s Kidnapping: First Photos of Person of Interest Released by FBI
Police have been investigating the kidnapping of Savannah Guthrie’s mother since Feb. 1, and one of the biggest clues so far has finally been released. Photos of a person of interest in the search for Nancy Guthrie were released by FBI director Kash Patel on X on Feb. 10. Along
FBI releases photo of subject in connection with Nancy Guthrie disappearance
The FBI on Tuesday released a series of photos of a person police are looking for in connection to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" Show host Savannah Guthrie. "Over the last eight days, the FBI and Pima County Sheriff’s Department have been working
Jimmy Kimmel Pans TPUSA’s ‘Disaster’ Halftime Show With Kid Rock: ‘Lip-Synch Battle With Himself’
"Almost all the complaints about Bad Bunny were you can't understand what he's saying. So who do they go to? Kid Rock, an artist whose most popular song is literally gibberish," Jimmy Kimmel jokes
There's a new way to sign up for Trump accounts: What to know
Estimates say the Trump accounts could be worth thousands – or even more than a million – dollars by the time your child turns 18.
Jeffrey Epstein and Hollywood: How the Notorious Pedophile Used Oscar Guru Peggy Siegal to Help Get Back Into High Society
On July 22, 2009, Peggy Siegal, one of New York’s cultural ringmasters, welcomed Jeffrey Epstein home from prison. How did it feel, she asked, “to fall asleep on 100% Egyptian cotton again? Exactly how long was your first freedom shower? What did you have for breakfast? Caviar,
The wild physics that keeps your body's electrical system flowing smoothly
Building on their pioneering 2018 research into how some of the body's cells, such as neurons and cardiac tissue, communicate via ions that flow through cellular channels, chemists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst demonstrated a "leakiness" to a particularly
US used mobile launchers for missiles at Qatar base as Iran tensions rose, satellite pictures show
By Marine Delrue Feb 10 (Reuters) - U.S. forces in Qatar's al-Udeid, the biggest U.S. base in the Middle East, put missiles into truck launchers as tensions with Iran ratcheted up since January, analysis of satellite images showed, meaning they could be moved more quickly. The
One Piece's first 155 chapters are free to read for a limited time
The first 155 chapters of the One Piece manga are free on the Shonen Jump app for a limited time to celebrate season 2 of the Netflix show.
Nioh 3's tutorial boss Yamagata Masakage is the hardest challenge in the game
Yamagata Masakage, the tutorial boss in Nioh 3, is harder than every other boss in the game, and here's why.
Fallout 76's older events getting updated by Bethesda
Some of Fallout 76's events haven't been updated since 2018. Finally, that's changing.
Versatile enzyme that quickly, accurately synthesizes RNA can also perform reverse transcription
From vaccines and diagnostics to emerging gene-based therapies, RNA molecules are now central to modern medicine. But as their use continues to grow, so does a fundamental challenge: producing RNA quickly, accurately and with the flexibility needed for next-generation
‘Mystery Science Theater 3000’: Trace Beaulieu, Frank Conniff Set to Appear in RiffTrax Revival
It’s official. The Mads are back. Trace Beaulieu and Frank Conniff are set to appear in the upcoming revival of “Mystery Science Theater 3000” that hails from fellow original series alums and RiffTrax stars Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett. The announcement was
So few good lawyers want to work for Trump that DOJ is recruiting on Fox
Trump's Justice Department is known for botching prosecutions and infuriating federal judges.
Rhys Darby to Star in CBS Comedy Pilot ‘Regency’
Rhys Darby is set for a lead role in the CBS comedy pilot “Regency,” Variety has learned. The multi-cam comedy pilot was originally ordered back in December. The official logline describes it as “a historical spin on the classic multi-cam family sitcom, centered around the
J Balvin, Kali Uchis, and Fuerza Regida Lead Sueños 2026 Lineup
Los Tucanes de Tijuana will also play a special set on Sunday night
Fremantle Expands Production and Development Teams, Hiring Jhamal Robinson and Emily Knight as Executives
Fremantle is expanding its production and development executive teams, hiring Jhamal Robinson as head of U.S. productions across both unscripted and scripted in addition to Emily Knight as senior vice president of unscripted development. In his newly created role, Robinson will
Antibiotics can treat appendicitis for many patients, no surgery needed
After 10 years, just over half the people in a trial of antibiotics for appendicitis have not needed an appendectomy.
Johnson said he plans to view unredacted Epstein files
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said on Tuesday that he plans to view a tranche of unredacted Department of Justice (DOJ) files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. DOJ allowed members of Congress to review the unredacted versions of more than three million pages of
Africa: South Africa's Basetsana Hold Black Princesses in Accra
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana's national U-20 women's team, the Black Princesses, were held to a 2-2 drawn encounter by the Basetsana of South Africa in the first leg of the third round qualifier for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium, yesterday.
Africa: Ghana Badminton Executives Urge Team to Target Silverware At All-Africa Championship
[Ghanaian Times] The executives of the ghana badminton association (GBA) last week visited the national men's team currently in camp at the borteyman sports complex as they prepare for the 2026 All-Africa Senior Badminton Championship. the competition is expected to kick-start
Africa: Africa's Integration Must Move From Aspiration to Action - President Mahama
[Ghanaian Times] President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized the need for Africa's integration agenda to be translated into a daily economic reality, where businesses can trade seamlessly across borders without undue challenges.
Africa: Mahama to Lead Repatriation of Africa's Foreign Reserves ...Says Continent Trapped in Dependency
[Ghanaian Times] President John Dramani Mahama, the African Union champion of African financial Institutions, has hinted that he is leading advocacy for the repatriation of and investment of part of Africa's "huge foreign reserves" in African Financial Institutions.
Dubai tycoon exchanged sexually explict emails with Jeffrey Epstein for years, records show
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, chairman and CEO of DP World, bragged in a September 2015 note about a tryst with a foreign exchange student.
Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Ferrari, Incyte, S&P Global, Datadog, BP and more
These are some of the stocks posting the largest midday moves.
Hubble captures light show around rapidly dying star
This stunning image from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope reveals a dramatic interplay of light and shadow in the Egg Nebula, sculpted by freshly ejected stardust. Located approximately 1,000 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus, the Egg Nebula features a central star
The Mummy Returns to AMC movie theaters for its 25th anniversary
Fans of Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz' electric chemistry as Rick and Evelyn O'Connell rejoice: the two reunite in cinema this year.
US Vice President Vance's office backtracks after statement on 'Armenian genocide'
YEREVAN, Feb 10 - The White House on Tuesday deleted a post from Vice President JD Vance's account that commemorated massacres of Armenians as a \"genocide,\" saying the message that was likely to irk U.S.-allied Turkey was posted in error.
Historically Black colleges and universities do more than offer Black youths opportunity
Historically Black colleges and universities, often known as HBCUs, are well known for their deep roots in U.S. higher education and proven effectiveness at graduating Black students who go on to become professionally successful.
