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Apple Seeds iOS 26.4 Developer Beta Featuring Video Podcasts, Apple Music Revamp, and Security Upgrades

This cycle prioritizes media features with security upgrades, with the Siri overhaul pushed to a later release.

OpenAI Hires OpenClaw Creator to Lead Personal Agents as Project Moves to Foundation

The hire underscores OpenAI’s push toward multi‑agent systems becoming central to its products.

Robert Duvall, Oscar-Winning Star of The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, Dies at 95

Tributes highlight a seven-decade body of work that earned seven Oscar nominations and a Best Actor win for Tender Mercies.

Guthrie Family Cleared as Police Say Glove DNA Yields No Match in Ongoing Search

Investigators report the glove DNA returned no database match, prompting a focus on forensic and retail traces.

US and Iran Set ‘Guiding Principles’ in Geneva Talks as IRGC Drills Narrow Strait Access

Tehran describes a framework for drafting texts, with major gaps on enrichment, verification and missiles still unresolved.

Warner Bros. Discovery Reopens Paramount Talks Under 7-Day Waiver From Netflix

The board deems Netflix the more certain deal, requesting a binding, fully financed Paramount proposal before the waiver expires.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Leader and Two-Time Presidential Candidate, Dies at 84

The family announced public observances in Chicago to honor his Rainbow/PUSH legacy shaped by pioneering presidential bids.

Apple Brings Manual Charge Limit to Mac in macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta

The control mirrors options that arrived on iPhone, extending Apple's battery‑health tools to the Mac.

Crypto Extends Slide With Bitcoin Near $68,000 as ETF Outflows Persist and Tech Link Tightens

Upcoming Federal Reserve minutes plus the PCE inflation reading could reset positioning.

Presidents Day Sales Enter Final Hours at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart and Samsung

Final pricing across tech, appliances, TVs expires within hours.

Samsung Teases Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display Ahead of Feb. 25 Unpacked

Leaks point to auto and per‑app controls for Samsung’s hardware privacy tech, with an Ultra‑only rollout reported and its promo flagged for an AI‑content disclaimer.

Pawtucket Rink Shooting Leaves 3 Dead in Targeted Family Attack

Police describe a targeted family dispute with no ongoing public threat.

Maya Hawke Marries Christian Lee Hutson in Surprise Valentine’s Day New York Wedding

People photos confirm vows at St. George’s Episcopal with a reception at The Players.

After Six-Decade Hunt, 1872 Steamer Lac La Belle Found in Lake Michigan

Researchers are withholding the exact site as they complete a 3D model and plan to unveil new footage on March 7.

Logan Paul’s PSA 10 Pikachu Illustrator Sells for $16.49 Million, Setting Trading-Card Auction Record

The card’s unique PSA 10 grade made it the prime target for a record-setting auction.

Tesla’s CarPlay Rollout Remains Paused as Apple Maps Fix Depends on Wider iOS 26 Uptake

Tesla is holding the rollout until enough iPhones run the iOS 26 patch that resolves a navigation conflict.

Study Finds 'Zero‑Knowledge' Gaps in Major Password Managers

Researchers detail 27 server‑side attack paths that undermine vault confidentiality and integrity.

Polls Show Trump Hitting Second-Term Lows as Independents, Young Voters Turn Away

Pollsters link the drop to sharp losses among independents, especially younger voters, raising GOP midterm risks.

Cochrane Review Finds Intermittent Fasting No Better for Weight Loss Than Standard Diets

A new Cochrane review of 22 randomized trials reports no meaningful weight-loss advantage for intermittent fasting over standard dietary advice.

UK Moves to Fast-Track Child Online Safety Rules and Close Chatbot Loophole

Ministers plan a March consultation to shape child safeguards, enabling rapid implementation afterward.

Apple Brings Native HLS Video and Dynamic Ads to Apple Podcasts as Developer Betas Go Live

Creators will distribute through participating hosts as Apple plans to charge ad networks per impression rather than charging creators.

Palantir Moves Corporate Headquarters to Miami From Denver

The relocation underscores South Florida's pull for tech companies seeking lower taxes.

Google Limits Quick Share Visibility on Pixels as AirDrop Support Reaches Pixel 9

Google is tightening default visibility to curb unwanted sends by mirroring AirDrop’s approach.

BitMine Lifts Ethereum Holdings to 4.37 Million After $90 Million Purchase

The firm calls the downturn a 'mini-winter' that reinforces its long-term accumulation plan.

Apple Sets March 4 ‘Apple Experience’ in New York, London and Shanghai as Reports Signal Low‑Cost MacBook

The company has not detailed hardware, with reporting centering on a colorful A‑series MacBook priced well below current models.

Ford Details Low-Cost EV Platform, Targets $30,000 Pickup in 2027

Ford outlines a cost-cutting EV design built on 48‑volt zonal electronics with large single‑piece castings.

Solana Holds Above $85 as Bulls Eye Break Through $88–$92 Resistance

On-chain strength contrasts with a longer-term bearish setup.

Apple Speeds Development of Siri-Centered Smart Glasses, Camera AirPods and AI Pendant

The devices are designed to supply visual context to a revamped Siri expected with iOS 27.

Zuckerberg to Testify in LA Bellwether Trial Over Alleged Addictive Social Media Design

The first jury trial on alleged addictive design by social platforms could test the reach of Section 230, potentially influencing thousands of related cases.

Anthropic Makes Claude Sonnet 4.6 the Default, Adding 1M‑Token Context and Near‑Opus Performance

The mid-tier release delivers enterprise-ready capabilities to free/pro tiers at unchanged prices.

Ireland Opens Large-Scale GDPR Investigation Into X Over Grok Deepfake Images

The lead EU regulator will test X’s GDPR compliance with fines that can reach 4% of global revenue.

Sony Weighs PS6 Delay to 2028–2029 as AI Memory Crunch Squeezes Console Plans

AI data centers are absorbing DRAM and NAND supply, driving up costs that pressure console launch timing and pricing.

Pentagon Reviews Anthropic Ties After Reports Claude Was Used in Caracas Operation

A Pentagon review puts Anthropic’s $200 million engagement at risk over the company’s usage limits.

Snap Launches Creator Subscriptions With U.S. iOS Alpha Starting Feb. 23

The test marks Snap’s push to build more predictable, subscription-based revenue beyond advertising.

Judge Rakoff Says AI Chatbot Documents Are Not Privileged or Work Product

The decision applies long-standing third-party disclosure principles to consumer AI tools.

TeamSpeak Hits Hosting Limits as Discord Age Checks Trigger User Shift

Privacy concerns over Discord’s planned facial scans and third‑party ID checks, sharpened by last year’s verification image exposure, are pushing users to rivals.

Google I/O 2026 Dates Set for May 19–20

Fans unlocked the dates through a Gemini-powered puzzle.

NASA Sets Second Artemis II Wet Dress Rehearsal for Thursday After Fueling Fixes

The rehearsal will confirm fixes after a hydrogen leak followed by a flow restriction.

First Confirmed Infostealer Theft of OpenClaw Agent Files Raises Identity Risk

The case signals a shift toward infostealers harvesting AI‑agent tokens plus device keys, enabling deep impersonation.

Tesla’s Austin Robotaxi Program Reaches 14 Crashes After New NHTSA Reports

Mileage estimates suggest a crash roughly every 57,000 miles in Austin, prompting scrutiny of Tesla’s safety reporting.

Doug Moe, Architect of Nuggets' High-Octane Era, Dies at 87

His pass-and-cut approach produced nine Denver playoff runs, culminating in the NBA's 1988 Coach of the Year.

Italy Upsets U.S. for Men’s Team Pursuit Gold at Milan Cortina

The victory briefly lifted the hosts ahead of the United States in Tuesday’s medal count.

Newcastle Land in Baku for Qarabag Play-Off as Injuries Cloud Howe’s Selection

The first leg begins at 17:45 GMT at Tofiq Bahramov Stadium with UK coverage on TNT Sports.

ESPN Hypothetical Sends Mac Jones to Vikings, But 49ers’ Stance Clouds Speculation

Analysts are unpacking an ESPN outline even though no Jones-to-Minnesota talks are confirmed.

MLBPA Leader Tony Clark to Resign Before Pivotal Labor Talks

Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn are investigating union licensing finances.

Masvidal Relaunches Gamebred With Two $500,000 Bare‑Knuckle MMA Tournaments

Masvidal says the glove‑free, unified‑rules series has funding locked in for two years.

No. 1 Michigan Visits No. 7 Purdue Tonight in Big Ten Showdown Streaming Exclusively on Peacock

Oddsmakers expect a tight contest, reflecting Michigan's depth against Purdue's veteran guards.

Tiger Woods Leaves Door Open for 2026 Masters as Rehab Advances

Back soreness still prevents a timetable despite progress that includes full swings plus a resolved Achilles.

Dolphins Release Tyreek Hill, Creating About $22.8 Million in Cap Space

The cut reflects a cap-driven roster reset under new GM Jon‑Eric Sullivan.

Arsenal Target 7-Point Cushion at Wolves as Arteta Rules Out Odegaard and Havertz

Calafiori and White are available after scares, with the match brought forward to Wednesday during a congested run.

Canada Repeats in Women’s Team Pursuit as Italy Stuns USA for Men’s Gold

Weather forced reshuffles across Alpine events, underscoring how conditions are steering the Milan–Cortina schedule.

Fernando Mendoza Strengthens No. 1 Buzz as Raiders Begin Deeper Evaluation

Klint Kubiak says he is still studying the Heisman winner, prompting debate over a sit-first development plan.

Pawtucket Rink Shooting Leaves 3 Dead in Targeted Family Attack

Police describe a targeted family dispute with no ongoing public threat.

Orange County DA Says No Evidence of Duke Staffer Assault After UNC Court Storming as Scheyer Stands By Claim

The ACC’s $50,000 penalty for a security-policy violation remains in place following the postgame rush.

Report: Cardinals Eye Bears Backup Tyson Bagent in QB Search

Bagent is under a recent two-year extension that would require compensation to acquire.

VJ Edgecombe Shines as Rookie MVP, Steering Sixers Through Uncertainty

Rising Stars MVP recognition alongside Vince Carter mentorship spotlights the Maxey–Edgecombe tandem driving Philadelphia's next push.

Panthers Re-Sign Long Snapper JJ Jansen for 18th Season

The 40-year-old franchise games-played leader can climb into the NFL’s top 20 for career appearances with a full 2026 season.

Swiss Broadcaster Pulls On-Air Critique of Israeli Bobsledder at Milan-Cortina

RTS said the commentary questioning AJ Edelman's eligibility was inappropriate in length for a sports broadcast.

Yankees Prospect Carlos Lagrange Strikes Out Aaron Judge With 102.6 MPH Heater in Live BP

The 22-year-old’s triple-digit arsenal, sharpened by 2025 gains, has the Yankees eyeing Triple-A seasoning with a potential summer debut.

Mets Hold Robert, Alvarez, Polanco and Baty Out of Early Spring Games

Precautionary ramp-ups follow trainer evaluations highlighting lower-body needs, with recent health histories in mind.

Whoopi Goldberg Displays DOJ Epstein Email On-Air to Deny Ties

On The View she cited a 2013 travel email referencing Julian Lennon's charity to explain the mention.

RÜFÜS DU SOL Expands 2026 North American Tour With Stadium, Arena and Festival Dates

The run supports their 2024 album Inhale / Exhale.

Mardi Gras Takes Over Disney’s Port Orleans With Parades, Crafts and Nighttime Party

Cast-built golf-cart floats embraced a Heroes vs. Villains concept to infuse the resorts with New Orleans flair.

Iran Frees Activist-Writer Mehdi Mahmoudian and Two Others on Bail

The detentions followed an open letter blaming Ayatollah Ali Khamenei for a deadly protest crackdown.

Netflix’s Reality Check Reexamines Top Model With Assault Allegation and Claims of Exploitation

First-person testimony by alumni plus key figures revives questions of accountability for harmful production choices.

Hulu’s ‘Tell Me Lies’ Ends With Season 3 Finale

Creator Meaghan Oppenheimer says the story reached its natural conclusion after a three-season arc conceived from the start.

One Piece Sets Elbaph Arc Simulcast for April 5 on Crunchyroll

The rollout marks a new 26-episode seasonal schedule aimed at tighter pacing with higher animation quality.

Colbert Says CBS Pulled Talarico Interview Over FCC Equal-Time Guidance

Network attorneys cited new FCC guidance questioning talk-show news exemptions for candidate interviews.

Apple Brings Native HLS Video and Dynamic Ads to Apple Podcasts as Developer Betas Go Live

Creators will distribute through participating hosts as Apple plans to charge ad networks per impression rather than charging creators.

Doug Moe, Architect of Nuggets' High-Octane Era, Dies at 87

His pass-and-cut approach produced nine Denver playoff runs, culminating in the NBA's 1988 Coach of the Year.

A24’s Texas Chain Saw Revival Moves Forward as Original Exits Netflix Feb. 18

Producer Glen Powell pledges careful stewardship of the franchise under A24.

Klay Thompson’s Reported Bentley Gift Marks Megan Thee Stallion’s 31st Birthday

Social posts show a baby-blue Bentley, with no purchase details from either party.

At Berlin, Lance Hammer Returns With 'Queen at Sea' to Strong Early Reviews

Critics highlight nuanced performances, with praise for the film’s unflinching ethical inquiry into consent and caregiving.

Miley Cyrus to Lead Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special on Disney+ March 24

The retrospective pairs an Alex Cooper interview before a live audience with never-before-seen footage and rebuilt sets, with Cyrus also serving as an executive producer.

Luke Combs’ Category 10 Coming to Universal Orlando’s CityWalk in 2027

The three-story, 33,000-square-foot live-music venue becomes the brand’s third location through a partnership with Opry Entertainment Group.

Ray J’s Valentine’s Day Show Draws Alarm as Video Shows Apparent Eye Bleeding and Chest Patch

No medical explanation has been released since he told fans in January his heart was functioning at about 25 percent.

Bunnie Xo’s Memoir Reveals Past Trauma and Confirms Surrogacy, IVF Plans With Hopes for Twins

Her memoir links past trauma to a decision to pursue IVF with a surrogate.

FCC Clears Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show After Review

Regulators concluded the aired songs had explicit language removed, leaving no basis for enforcement.

Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano Set for May 16 in Netflix’s First Live MMA Main Event

The streaming debut pairs two pioneers returning from long absences in a professionally sanctioned featherweight fight.

Van Der Beek GoFundMe Nears $2.7 Million as Friends Counter Scrutiny Over $4.76 Million Texas Ranch

Allies say cancer bills left the family out of funds, with friends covering the ranch’s down payment.

U.S. Medicare Study Links Fine-Particle Pollution to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk

Published in PLOS Medicine, the analysis of 27.8 million records found the association persisted after adjusting for common chronic illnesses.

NASA Sets Second Artemis II Wet Dress Rehearsal for Thursday After Fueling Fixes

The rehearsal will confirm fixes after a hydrogen leak followed by a flow restriction.

Obama Clarifies Viral ‘Aliens Are Real’ Remark, Dismisses Area 51 Conspiracies

His clarification stresses statistical plausibility over any evidence of contact.

Six-Planet Evening Lineup Expected to Peak on February 28

Experts say only some will be easy to spot without optical aid.

BIOPREVENT, a Biomarker‑AI Tool, Predicts Post‑Transplant cGVHD and Mortality Months Early

Validated in an independent cohort, the tool is now available as a free research web app pending clinical trials.

Slow Mantle Flow Built Antarctica’s Extreme Gravity ‘Hole,’ Study Shows

A seismic-to-physics reconstruction matched satellite gravity to trace the anomaly’s growth over tens of millions of years.

REM Sound Cues Steer Dreams and Boost Puzzle Solving, Study Finds

The peer-reviewed study links targeted memory reactivation in REM to higher morning solve rates, with authors stressing the small, lucid-dreamer sample.

After Six-Decade Hunt, 1872 Steamer Lac La Belle Found in Lake Michigan

Researchers are withholding the exact site as they complete a 3D model and plan to unveil new footage on March 7.

Annular ‘Ring of Fire’ Solar Eclipse Unfolds Today Over Antarctica

Most viewers will rely on live streams because the full ring is confined to a narrow Antarctic track.

Compass Pathways’ Psilocybin Therapy Hits Phase 3 Goal in Treatment-Resistant Depression

The company plans to seek FDA review later this year following the positive late-stage result.

Study Ties Planetary Habitability to a Narrow Oxygen Window in Core Formation

ETH Zurich researchers urge exoplanet searches to favor Sun-like stellar chemistry.

New MRI Metric Links Age-Related Hearing Loss to Cognitive Decline, Study Finds

Researchers caution that the proposed biomarker needs larger, long-term validation before doctors can use it in practice.

La Niña Weakens, With Neutral Likely by Spring as 2026 El Niño Odds Diverge

Scientists are rolling out a new ENSO index to filter background warming for earlier, cleaner detection.

Elephant Trunk Whiskers Use Stiff-to-Soft Gradient to Pinpoint Touch, Study Finds

A Science study shows stiffness gradients with blade-like geometry encode contact location for precise touch.

Ancient Romanian Ice Cave Bacterium Resists 10 Modern Antibiotics, Study Finds

Researchers urge cautious monitoring of thawing ice after the strain showed multi‑drug resistance alongside promising antimicrobial traits.

Obama Clarifies ‘Aliens Are Real’ Remark, Cites No Evidence of Contact

He later said he was referring to the statistical likelihood of life elsewhere.

AI Tool Links Insulin Resistance to Elevated Risk of 12 Cancers in UK Biobank Study

A University of Tokyo model infers insulin resistance from nine routine tests, enabling population-scale risk analysis.

U.S. Airlifts Unfuelled Microreactor to Utah in First Rapid-Deployment Test

DOE now plans testing at Utah’s San Rafael Energy Lab with a goal of three microreactors reaching criticality by July 4.

Crew-12 Docks With ISS, Restoring Station to Seven Astronauts

The arrival follows NASA’s first in‑orbit medical evacuation, enabling suspended research and spacewalk planning to resume.

Single IV Dose of DMT Shows Rapid, Lasting Antidepressant Effects in Small Trial

The drug’s brief, minutes-long effects may offer a more practical model for psychedelic-assisted care.

Whoopi Goldberg Displays DOJ Epstein Email On-Air to Deny Ties

On The View she cited a 2013 travel email referencing Julian Lennon's charity to explain the mention.

Iran Frees Activist-Writer Mehdi Mahmoudian and Two Others on Bail

The detentions followed an open letter blaming Ayatollah Ali Khamenei for a deadly protest crackdown.

Florida Rep. Randy Fine Defiant After Anti-Muslim Post, Faces Censure Push

Calls for censure or resignation escalate, with House leaders yet to act.

Capitol Police Arrest 18-Year-Old Who Ran Toward U.S. Capitol With Loaded Shotgun

Police report no ongoing threat following a swift arrest.

FAA Orders Airlines to Certify Merit-Based Pilot Hiring, Sets 30-Day Compliance Clock

The new FAA operations specification triggers a fast review to make the rule binding roughly a month after carrier notice.

Schumer Files Bill to Authorize Pride Flag on Federal Property After Stonewall Dispute

The measure seeks to overcome Interior Department restrictions by recognizing the Pride flag in federal law.

SAVE America Act Hits 50 Senate Backers as GOP Maps Filibuster Fight

The bill has 50 Republican supporters in the Senate, leaving the 60‑vote filibuster as the main obstacle.

Colbert Says CBS Pulled Talarico Interview Over FCC Equal-Time Guidance

Network attorneys cited new FCC guidance questioning talk-show news exemptions for candidate interviews.

Hochul Pledges $1.5 Billion to NYC as Mamdani Prepares Budget Plan

The pledge narrows the gap, leaving tough choices for closing the rest.

China Sets May 1 Start for Zero Tariffs on Imports From 53 African Nations

Beijing frames the rollout as deepening China–Africa partnership through trade facilitation, with Eswatini excluded over its Taiwan ties.

MLBPA Leader Tony Clark to Resign Before Pivotal Labor Talks

Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn are investigating union licensing finances.

Palantir Moves Corporate Headquarters to Miami From Denver

The relocation underscores South Florida's pull for tech companies seeking lower taxes.

Off-Duty Hanover Officer Charged in Brockton Fatal Hit-and-Run

Thomas Hayes, 29, posted $10,000 bail ahead of a Brockton District Court appearance under an active state and county investigation.

Orange County DA Says No Evidence of Duke Staffer Assault After UNC Court Storming as Scheyer Stands By Claim

The ACC’s $50,000 penalty for a security-policy violation remains in place following the postgame rush.

2-Month-Old in ICE Family Detention Taken to Hospital in Texas After Falling Ill

The late-night transfer intensifies scrutiny of Dilley’s medical staffing following confirmed measles cases.

Federal Judge Blocks ICE From Re-Detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia After 90-Day Limit Lapses

The judge cited an expired 90-day detention limit, finding no realistic plan for removal.

Trump to Campaign in Rome as Early Voting Begins in Race to Replace Greene

Nearly 20 candidates on one ballot under Georgia’s top-two rules increase the chance of a runoff.

Massachusetts Auditor Petitions High Court to Enforce Voter-Backed Legislative Audit

The move seeks to compel compliance with a voter mandate after House and Senate leaders denied audit access.

Judge Unseals Key Grand Jury Testimony as FirstEnergy Bribery Trial Faces Dismissal Bid

The court released a central witness’s grand jury transcript to the defense at prosecutors’ request to address memory issues.

Swiss Broadcaster Pulls On-Air Critique of Israeli Bobsledder at Milan-Cortina

RTS said the commentary questioning AJ Edelman's eligibility was inappropriate in length for a sports broadcast.

Off-Duty Hanover Officer Charged in Brockton Fatal Hit-and-Run

Thomas Hayes, 29, posted $10,000 bail ahead of a Brockton District Court appearance under an active state and county investigation.

Whoopi Goldberg Displays DOJ Epstein Email On-Air to Deny Ties

On The View she cited a 2013 travel email referencing Julian Lennon's charity to explain the mention.

Capitol Police Arrest 18-Year-Old Who Ran Toward U.S. Capitol With Loaded Shotgun

Police report no ongoing threat following a swift arrest.

Pawtucket Rink Shooting Leaves 3 Dead in Targeted Family Attack

Police describe a targeted family dispute with no ongoing public threat.

Guthrie Family Cleared as Police Say Glove DNA Yields No Match in Ongoing Search

Investigators report the glove DNA returned no database match, prompting a focus on forensic and retail traces.

Four Dead in 30-Plus Vehicle Pileup on I-25 Near Pueblo

Authorities cite blowing dust from high winds causing near-zero visibility.

NYPD Breaks Up Social Media ‘Takeover’ at Bronx Mall on Presidents’ Day

Police say the gathering was promoted online as a takeover event.

Federal Judge Blocks ICE From Re-Detaining Kilmar Abrego Garcia After 90-Day Limit Lapses

The judge cited an expired 90-day detention limit, finding no realistic plan for removal.

New Mexico House Approves Bipartisan Truth Commission to Probe Epstein’s Zorro Ranch

A four-member panel with subpoena power will deliver an interim report by July 31, followed by a final report on December 31.

Judge Rakoff Says AI Chatbot Documents Are Not Privileged or Work Product

The decision applies long-standing third-party disclosure principles to consumer AI tools.

Testimony Continues in Trial of Georgia Father Accused of Enabling Apalachee High School Shooting

Prosecutors are invoking a Georgia statute that treats deaths caused by cruelty to children as murder to argue he let his son access a rifle after prior warnings.

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass Urges Casey Wasserman to Step Down From LA28

The LA28 board, not City Hall, controls the post after an outside review kept Wasserman in place.

Civil Rights Groups Seek Limits on FBI-Seized Fulton County Voter Data as County Challenges Warrant

An affidavit unsealed last week says the probe began with a referral from Trump adviser Kurt Olsen.

Shia LaBeouf Arrested in New Orleans on Two Simple Battery Charges During Mardi Gras

Police say he hit two men outside a Royal Street business following his removal for causing a disturbance.

UK Police Form Coordination Group as Andrew Faces Expanded Reviews Triggered by Epstein Files

Thames Valley leads assessments with CPS input after U.S. documents showed Andrew sharing official material with Jeffrey Epstein.

Salton City Man Arrested on Suspicion of Killing Missing Teen After DNA Identifies Remains

Forensic testing linking a leg found in Salton City to 17-year-old T'Neya Tovar advanced the case.

White House Narrows Access to Trump as Pardon Process Is Branded 'Chaos'

New reporting depicts aides tightening access to curb profiteering around clemency.

Portland Pizzeria Tones Down Anti-ICE Website Message After Viral Backlash

The pizzeria says online harassment followed a viral post by Libs of TikTok, prompting a softer website note.

Belgium Summons U.S. Envoy After He Calls Mohel Prosecution 'Antisemitic'

The case targets unlicensed circumcisions under Belgian health rules requiring doctors.

Boonville Church Explosion Injures Five, Including Firefighter; Two Critical

Investigators are examining a suspected gas-related blast at the propane‑heated church with no sign of criminal activity.

RBA Minutes Keep Tightening Bias After February Hike as RBNZ Hold Looms

Policymakers flagged easier financial conditions alongside demand outpacing supply, leaving any further moves contingent on incoming data.

Hochul Pledges $1.5 Billion to NYC as Mamdani Prepares Budget Plan

The pledge narrows the gap, leaving tough choices for closing the rest.

China Sets May 1 Start for Zero Tariffs on Imports From 53 African Nations

Beijing frames the rollout as deepening China–Africa partnership through trade facilitation, with Eswatini excluded over its Taiwan ties.

Palantir Moves Corporate Headquarters to Miami From Denver

The relocation underscores South Florida's pull for tech companies seeking lower taxes.

BitMine Lifts Ethereum Holdings to 4.37 Million After $90 Million Purchase

The firm calls the downturn a 'mini-winter' that reinforces its long-term accumulation plan.

Judge Tosses FTC’s 2024 HSR Overhaul With New Form Required Through Feb. 19

The court said the FTC failed to show the expanded disclosures’ benefits outweighed their costs, positioning the dispute for possible emergency review by the Fifth Circuit.

Oil Falls as Tehran Signals ‘Guiding Principles’ Understanding in Geneva

Signs of de‑escalation trimmed the geopolitical premium that had supported prices in recent sessions.

Solana Holds Above $85 as Bulls Eye Break Through $88–$92 Resistance

On-chain strength contrasts with a longer-term bearish setup.

CBO Moves Social Security Insolvency Date to 2032, Warning of Automatic Benefit Cuts

The updated forecast compresses the window for Congress, with benefits capped at payroll-tax income unless lawmakers change the law.

General Mills Cuts 2026 Outlook as Shares Drop More Than 7%

The reset at CAGNY reflects softer demand with costlier efforts to rebuild volume.

Trump Renews Gateway Fight as Court Forces More Funds, Work Still on Hold

Judge-ordered disbursements total about $205 million, with an appeals hearing set for Feb. 23.

Sony Weighs PS6 Delay to 2028–2029 as AI Memory Crunch Squeezes Console Plans

AI data centers are absorbing DRAM and NAND supply, driving up costs that pressure console launch timing and pricing.

Air Force Sets Sentinel Path to 2026 Milestone B, Begins Prototype Silo Work

Centralized authority under a new portfolio manager streamlines decisions to keep the ICBM replacement on schedule.

Bipartisan Firm Warns Corporations to Brace for Subpoenas if Democrats Win the House

The memo predicts Democrats would pivot oversight toward companies to surface alleged Trump administration abuses if the White House resists cooperation.

Crypto Extends Slide With Bitcoin Near $68,000 as ETF Outflows Persist and Tech Link Tightens

Upcoming Federal Reserve minutes plus the PCE inflation reading could reset positioning.

AI’s Near‑Term Job Impact Splits Opinion as New Warnings Collide With Calls for Caution

Analysts urge restraint after high-profile forecasts of rapid white-collar disruption.

Hapag-Lloyd Strikes $4.2 Billion Deal for ZIM With Israeli Carve-Out to Preserve State Rights

The deal now faces Israeli government review, union walkouts, plus shareholder and regulatory approvals before any closing.

Western Digital Sells Out 2026 Hard-Drive Output to Hyperscalers as Consumer Prices Jump

AI data-center contracts have reserved Western Digital’s 2026 hard-drive output, squeezing retail supply, lifting prices.

February Social Security Payout Lands Feb. 18 for Birthdays 11–20, With March SSI Moving to Feb. 27

The agency’s schedule staggers retirement deposits by birth date and shifts SSI to the prior business day when the month begins on a weekend.

Accel Leads $2.5 Million Round for Pred’s On-Chain Sports Prediction Exchange

The invite-only platform on Coinbase’s Base touts 200 ms execution with sub-2% spreads as it readies broader access.

Stardew Valley Player Automates 1,000 Years of Sleep, Wakes to a World Overrun

Weeks of turbo-assisted sleep caused crashes, controller drift, then a town blanketed in rare spawns.

Nintendo Launches Virtual Boy Classics App on Switch and Switch 2

Access requires the paid Expansion Pack membership plus Nintendo’s new face-mounted viewer.

Sega Confirms Death of Console Architect Hideki Sato

Company tributes emphasize a legacy that defined Sega's hardware era.

Milestone Reboots Screamer as Anime-Inspired Arcade Combat Racer Launching March 26

A hands-on preview suggests dense mechanics could overwhelm in quick play.

Battlefield 6 Season 2 Goes Live Worldwide With Contaminated Map and Psychoactive Gas

Developers say internal changes will prevent repeat delays following the monthlong slip.

Avowed Launches on PS5 With Anniversary Update

Early impressions frame this version as a stronger, more complete package than last year’s launch.

Fan Project Revives Ubisoft's Hyper Scape Offline, Multiplayer Still Distant

After Ubisoft ended online services in 2022, a fan-run build now exists offline under uncertain legal footing.

CyberConnect2 Reboots .hack With Self-Published Action RPG ‘.hack//Z. E.R. O.’

No platforms or release date are announced.

Xbox Game Pass Brings The Witcher 3 on Feb. 19 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II on Mar. 3, With Four Games Leaving Feb. 28

Microsoft outlines the next rotation for Game Pass across tiers and platforms with early departure warnings.

Steam Deck Sells Out in U.S. and Japan as Valve Flags Intermittent OLED Supply

AI-driven memory constraints are squeezing component supplies, leaving restock timing uncertain.

Pearl Abyss Confirms Crimson Desert Launch Without Microtransactions

The studio behind Black Desert is positioning its new open‑world game as a single‑purchase release with no cash shop at launch.

PlayStation Plus February Update Goes Live With Spider-Man 2 as Premium Adds One Classic

Regional rollouts begin in Asia and Sony has posted a March 17 removal list for six catalog games.

Presidents Day Sales Push Premium Gaming Monitors to Record Lows on Amazon

Price trackers confirm all‑time lows, with short windows that call for quick checks on port support to reach advertised refresh rates.

Western Digital Sells Out 2026 Hard-Drive Output to Hyperscalers as Consumer Prices Jump

AI data-center contracts have reserved Western Digital’s 2026 hard-drive output, squeezing retail supply, lifting prices.

Embark Sets Arc Raiders' 'Shrouded Sky' for Next Week, Skips Major Patch This Week

The February drop reflects Embark's roadmap cadence, signaling focus on live fixes alongside new map and enemy content.

Assassin's Creed Shadows Update Adds Manual Jump as Ubisoft Activates Winter Roadmap

Ubisoft is restoring a fan‑requested movement option to deepen parkour expression.

High on Life 2 Is Live on Game Pass as Pure Xbox Polls First-Weekend Players

Early reviews edged above the 2022 original, crediting a slightly more refined experience.

Unreal Tournament 2004 Returns Free With First Patch in Over 20 Years

Epic’s permission lets OldUnreal legally redistribute the classic with a modernized build that runs smoothly on today’s systems.

Valorant Patch 12.03 Goes Live With Gekko Buff and Skirmish 2v2

Riot tightens APAC Competitive access by requiring Riot Mobile MFA for flagged accounts or for any player at Ascendant tier or higher.

CCP Starts A/B Test of Aura Guidance for New EVE Online Players

CCP will compare new‑player cohorts to gauge retention impact before deciding whether to expand or retire the prototype.