Politics

Clinton says he ‘did nothing wrong’ with Epstein as he faces grilling over their relationship

Former President Bill Clinton told Congress on Feb. 26 that he “did nothing wrong” and saw no signs of Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse, as he faced a rare, hours-long deposition about his decades-old ties to the disgraced financier. The closed-door session in Chappaqua, New York, follows a deposition of Hillary Clinton, who said she had no knowledge of Epstein’s abuse. Republicans focused on Clinton’s well-documented … Continue reading Clinton says he ‘did nothing wrong’ with Epstein as he faces grilling over their relationship

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U.S. News

FBI searches LA school district headquarters and the superintendent’s home

The FBI served search warrants on Feb. 26 at Los Angeles Unified School District headquarters, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s home, and a third location near Miami, though officials declined to provide details about the investigation. Carvalho, a former Superintendent of the Year who was knighted by Spain in 2021 for expanding Spanish-language programs, has been praised for improving academic performance in both Los Angeles and Miami-Dade … Continue reading FBI searches LA school district headquarters and the superintendent’s home

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U.S. News

Denver mayor orders protection of protesters, ban on ICE from city property

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston signed an order on Feb. 26 directing city police to protect peaceful protesters from federal ICE operations and banning ICE from city-owned property. The order instructs law enforcement to use de-escalation protocols, document ICE actions with body cameras, and intervene if federal agents use excessive force, including the possibility of detaining ICE agents who cross that line. This action comes amid … Continue reading Denver mayor orders protection of protesters, ban on ICE from city property

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U.S. News

Scouting America to end DEI efforts in deal with Pentagon

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on Feb. 26 that the Pentagon will continue supporting Scouting America, formerly the Boy Scouts of America, after the organization agreed to remove all diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives from its programs. Scouting America signed a memorandum of understanding committing to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive order barring DEI efforts in public and private organizations. Changes include … Continue reading Scouting America to end DEI efforts in deal with Pentagon

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U.S. News

US military used laser to take down Border Protection drone

The U.S. military mistakenly shot down a Customs and Border Protection drone near the U.S.-Mexico border on Thursday, using a laser meant for a “seemingly threatening” target. The incident prompted the FAA to temporarily close airspace around Fort Hancock, Texas, about 50 miles southeast of El Paso, though commercial flights were not affected. This marked the second laser use in the area in two weeks, … Continue reading US military used laser to take down Border Protection drone

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U.S. News

Pet owners furious over California ban on feeding stray cats

Animal activists in Kern County, California, rallied against a proposed law that would criminalize feeding wild or stray animals, including cats, raccoons, and foxes. The county board argued the ban would prevent the creation of feeding spots that could encourage pet abandonment, but activists countered that feeding is essential for animal welfare and for programs like TNR (trap-neuter-return) and rehoming. Speakers highlighted legal conflicts, noting … Continue reading Pet owners furious over California ban on feeding stray cats

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World News

Milan tram derails and slams into a building, killing one person

A tram derailed and crashed into a building Friday along Vittorio Veneto avenue in central Milan, killing one person and injuring more than two dozen others. The No. 9 tram was reportedly traveling at high speed when it unexpectedly swerved at a switch track used by another line and nearly tipped over before slamming to a stop. Emergency crews, including ambulances and firefighters, rushed to … Continue reading Milan tram derails and slams into a building, killing one person

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World News

Sweden intercepts suspected Russian drone during visit by French aircraft carrier

Sweden’s military intercepted a suspected Russian drone in the Öresund strait while France’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, the Charles de Gaulle, was docked in Malmö for NATO exercises. A Swedish naval vessel detected the drone during patrol and took countermeasures, after which contact with it was lost. French officials said the drone was spotted more than 10 kilometers from the carrier and posed no impact to … Continue reading Sweden intercepts suspected Russian drone during visit by French aircraft carrier

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Russia pounds Ukraine with missiles and drones, injuring at least 26

Russia launched 420 drones and 39 missiles at Ukraine overnight, targeting energy facilities, railway infrastructure and residential areas, Ukrainian officials said. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said air defenses shot down most of the projectiles, but several missiles and dozens of drones struck 32 sites across eight regions. Gas facilities in Poltava and power substations in Kyiv and Dnipro were hit, while railway infrastructure in frontline regions … Continue reading Russia pounds Ukraine with missiles and drones, injuring at least 26

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US urges its citizens to leave Israel immediately amid strike threat to Iran

The United States has authorized non-essential government staff and their families to leave Israel and urged U.S. citizens to consider departing while commercial flights remain available, amid rising fears of a potential American strike on Iran. The warning followed inconclusive nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran, as President Donald Trump positioned two carrier strike groups in the region. U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee urged … Continue reading US urges its citizens to leave Israel immediately amid strike threat to Iran

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Pakistan defense minister says country in ‘open war’ with Afghanistan after strikes

Pakistan and Afghanistan exchanged cross-border airstrikes overnight, sharply escalating tensions, with Pakistan’s defense minister declaring the situation an “open war.” Afghanistan said its attack on Pakistani military targets was retaliation for earlier Pakistani airstrikes in Afghan border areas, while Pakistan responded with strikes in Kabul and other provinces. Relations have been strained for months, with prior border clashes and failed peace talks despite a Qatari-mediated … Continue reading Pakistan defense minister says country in ‘open war’ with Afghanistan after strikes

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Space

SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule heads for home after historic ISS-boosting mission

A SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule undocked from the International Space Station today after a six-month mission delivering about 5,000 pounds of supplies and scientific gear. The capsule demonstrated a new capability by performing six reboost maneuvers to help maintain the ISS’s altitude, a task usually done by Russia’s Progress freighter. Dragon is set to splash down in the Pacific Ocean off California on Feb. 27, … Continue reading SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule heads for home after historic ISS-boosting mission

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Space

New image reveals secrets of Milky Way galaxy in stunning detail

Scientists have captured the most detailed image yet of the Milky Way using Chile’s Alma radio telescope, revealing its vast structure in unprecedented detail. The image shows long, thin filaments of matter flowing to form stars and planets, providing new insights into how our galaxy—and others in the early universe—developed. Previously, astronomers could only see isolated patches of the galaxy’s center, but the new survey … Continue reading New image reveals secrets of Milky Way galaxy in stunning detail

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Space

NASA hauls moon rocket off launch pad to fix another launch-delaying malfunction

NASA rolled its Artemis II moon rocket off its seaside launch pad Wednesday to return it to the Vehicle Assembly Building for repairs after a helium pressurization issue delayed the mission. The 23.6-million-pound rocket and launch platform traveled four miles over 10–12 hours using an Apollo-era crawler-transporter. Engineers will access the rocket’s upper stage, the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS), to fix the helium system, … Continue reading NASA hauls moon rocket off launch pad to fix another launch-delaying malfunction

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Technology

Pope demands priests stop using AI to write sermons

Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native, warned clergy against using AI to write sermons, saying true homilies require sharing faith, which machines cannot do. He urged priests to exercise their intelligence and study continuously, cautioning that overreliance on the internet and social media illusions, like TikTok, cannot replace authentic spiritual connection. The remarks coincided with the Vatican debuting an AI-powered translation system for liturgical celebrations … Continue reading Pope demands priests stop using AI to write sermons

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Technology

AI Models in Simulated Combat Recommended Nukes 95% of Time

A wargame exercise at King’s College London simulated nuclear conflict using AI models ChatGPT-5.2, Claude Sonnet 4, and Gemini 3 Flash, with three teams playing 21 games over 329 turns and generating roughly 780,000 words explaining their decisions. The results were alarming: no AI ever surrendered, and 95% of the time they opted to use nuclear weapons, highlighting that the “nuclear taboo” has little effect … Continue reading AI Models in Simulated Combat Recommended Nukes 95% of Time

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Business

Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles over software issue

Ford is recalling over 4.3 million pickup trucks and SUVs from model years 2021–2026 due to a software issue that can cause trailer brakes and turn signals to fail. The recall affects F-150s, Super Duty trucks, Rangers, Expeditions, Mavericks, Lincoln Navigators, and 2026 Transit vehicles, with drivers seeing a “Trailer Brake Module Fault” warning if the problem occurs. Ford will provide over-the-air updates starting March … Continue reading Ford recalls over 4.3 million vehicles over software issue

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Business

US moves to cut off a Swiss bank over alleged Iran and Russia money flows

The U.S. Treasury is moving to cut MBaer Merchant Bank AG, a small Swiss bank, off from the U.S. financial system over alleged support for Iranian and Russian actors. The bank, founded in 2018 with roughly $245 million in assets, is accused of funneling over $100 million through U.S. banks for criminals, including Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Russian actors. Treasury’s proposed regulation would … Continue reading US moves to cut off a Swiss bank over alleged Iran and Russia money flows

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Business

Mortgage rates fall below 6% for the first time in years

U.S. mortgage rates have dropped below 6% for the first time since September 2022, with the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 5.98%, according to Freddie Mac. The decline follows Federal Reserve rate cuts and a $200 billion mortgage-backed securities purchase ordered by former President Donald Trump, which has allowed lenders to offer slightly lower rates. While rates are still far above pandemic lows of around … Continue reading Mortgage rates fall below 6% for the first time in years

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Politics

India and Israel pledge to boost cooperation on trade, defense

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a two-day visit to Israel, announcing closer collaboration with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on defence technology, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, alongside plans for a free trade agreement. The leaders signed over a dozen bilateral agreements, including cooperation in “horizon scanning” to track emerging global trends. Israel agreed to admit 50,000 more Indian nationals for work in construction and caregiving, amid … Continue reading India and Israel pledge to boost cooperation on trade, defense

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Politics

German chancellor, Xi seek more cooperation

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz concluded his first official visit to China with a delegation of business leaders, meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. He highlighted concerns about Germany’s growing trade deficit with China, calling the economic imbalance “not healthy.” During the trip, China agreed to purchase up to 120 additional Airbus aircraft, a deal Merz described as a key outcome of the … Continue reading German chancellor, Xi seek more cooperation

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Politics

After tense US-Greenland standoff, Denmark calls an early election

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called an early general election for March 24, following the recent standoff with former U.S. President Donald Trump over Greenland. Frederiksen’s handling of the crisis, where she opposed Trump’s proposals for U.S. control of the semiautonomous territory, has boosted her popularity ahead of the vote. The election will determine Denmark’s 179-member parliament, including seats for Greenland and the Faroe … Continue reading After tense US-Greenland standoff, Denmark calls an early election

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Politics

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani meets with Trump for a second time at White House

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump at the White House for their second meeting since Mamdani’s election, discussing plans to build new housing in the city. Mamdani proposed a project with an estimated 12,000 units, presenting mock newspaper covers to illustrate the idea, which Trump reportedly received enthusiastically. The mayor also raised the recent arrest of Columbia University student Elmina Aghayeva, … Continue reading NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani meets with Trump for a second time at White House

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Politics

Hillary Clinton demands Trump quizzed under oath over Epstein

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee, urging authorities to investigate allegations that President Donald Trump was involved in crimes linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking network. Clinton called for Trump to be questioned under oath and criticized the Justice Department for withholding FBI interviews and other documents related to the allegations. The deposition was briefly disrupted after Representative Lauren Boebert … Continue reading Hillary Clinton demands Trump quizzed under oath over Epstein

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U.S. News

10 FBI staffers who worked on Mar-a-Lago documents case are fired, sources say

At least 10 FBI employees who worked on Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into President Donald Trump’s retention of classified documents were fired on Wednesday, sources told CBS News. The terminations followed reports that the FBI had subpoenaed phone records of former FBI Director Kash Patel and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles from when they were private citizens. The FBI Agents Association condemned … Continue reading 10 FBI staffers who worked on Mar-a-Lago documents case are fired, sources say

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