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Massive winter storm keeps battering the U.S., piling up snow in the Northeast and leaving outages across the South
The tail end of a sprawling winter storm delivered more snow to the Northeast while ice damage and power failures lingered in parts of the South. Officials reported at least two dozen deaths tied to the storm, and airlines faced widespread delays and cancellations as crews worked to restore service.
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Super Bowl LX set: Patriots and Seahawks advance after tight conference championship wins
New England and Seattle booked spots in Super Bowl LX after narrow victories in the AFC and NFC title games. The matchup sets up a high-stakes showdown as both teams ride strong defenses and timely offense into the season finale.
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Trump says it’s “too late” to stop a proposed White House ballroom as lawsuit challenges the process
President Donald Trump said the White House ballroom project cannot be halted because materials have been ordered and preparations are too far along. The comments come as the Justice Department argues in court that the plan remains flexible while a preservation group challenges whether required reviews were bypassed.
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Timberwolves and Warriors play in somber Minneapolis atmosphere after federal shooting
Minnesota returned to the court against Golden State in a game shaped by grief and public anger after a fatal federal shooting in Minneapolis. Coaches and players spoke about the difficulty of focusing amid citywide protests and tension, as the NBA community joined calls for accountability and calmer engagement from officials.
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Report: U.S. plans $1.6 billion injection into USA Rare Earth for 10% stake as supply-chain push accelerates
The U.S. is preparing to invest $1.6 billion into USA Rare Earth in exchange for a 10% stake, according to a report citing people familiar with the plan. The move reflects Washington’s broader effort to expand domestic supplies of strategic minerals and reduce dependence on China, with additional private financing also expected.
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Ethiopia declares its first Marburg outbreak over after 42 days with no new cases
Ethiopia said it has ended its first Marburg virus outbreak after completing the standard 42-day period without new confirmed cases. The outbreak began in November 2025 in the country’s south and resulted in confirmed cases, deaths, and infections among health workers, with international support focused on surveillance and containment.
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Markets brace for Fed decision and Big Tech earnings as gold hits new records
U.S. markets opened the week watching a packed calendar: a Federal Reserve rate decision, blockbuster technology earnings, and fast-moving geopolitical and weather disruptions. Gold pushed to fresh highs as investors sought safety, while travel snarls from a major winter storm and renewed tariff threats added to uncertainty.
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Critics condemn DOJ request for Minnesota voter data amid ICE standoff after Minneapolis shooting
A letter from Attorney General Pam Bondi seeking access to Minnesota voter-roll and benefits data drew sharp backlash as the state faces intense protests and political fallout following a fatal federal shooting in Minneapolis. Critics say tying immigration enforcement decisions to voter data requests raises serious questions about elections and federal pressure on states.
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EU opens formal investigation into X over Grok deepfake imagery and platform safeguards
European regulators launched a formal probe into X after concerns that its Grok chatbot generated non-consensual sexual deepfakes, including content that may involve children. The investigation will assess compliance with the Digital Services Act and comes as scrutiny grows over how platforms govern generative AI tools and mitigate systemic risks.
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Ethiopia ends Marburg outbreak, highlighting ongoing need for outbreak preparedness
Ethiopia’s declaration that its first Marburg outbreak has ended marks a milestone after weeks of surveillance and containment work. Health officials and partners emphasized how infection control, contact tracing, and rapid diagnostics remain essential tools as countries prepare for future flare-ups of high-fatality viral hemorrhagic diseases.
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UK police arrest dozens at London jail protest calling for release of Palestine Action prisoners
British police arrested at least 86 protesters outside a London prison during a demonstration demanding the release of Palestine Action prisoners, including a young activist who reportedly resumed a hunger strike. The gathering focused on the group’s designation and ongoing cases, while officers moved in to detain participants as the crowd pressed its demands.
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Ethiopia declares its first Marburg outbreak over after 42 days with no new cases
Ethiopia says it has ended its first-ever Marburg virus outbreak after completing the required 42-day monitoring period without a new confirmed case. Health officials and WHO teams say rapid surveillance, lab work, infection-control support, and community outreach helped stop transmission in under three months.