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U.S. and Israel Launch Coordinated Strikes on Iran as Trump Declares ‘Major Combat Operations’

Iran answers with missile and drone fire toward Israel, prompting airspace closures and shelter warnings across the Gulf.

Trump Orders Federal Agencies to Stop Using Anthropic as Pentagon Labels AI Firm a Supply-Chain Risk

The six‑month phase‑out tests replacement of Claude on classified networks following Anthropic’s refusal to allow mass domestic surveillance or autonomous lethal use.

Block to Cut Over 4,000 Jobs, Halving Staff, in AI-Driven Overhaul

Investors cheered the shift as the company reported robust profit growth and signaled a leaner operating model.

NASA Overhauls Artemis, Sets 2027 Earth-Orbit Docking Test and 2028 First Moon Landing

NASA says the replan reduces risk by proving docking in Earth orbit first.

Trump Says U.S. Could See a ‘Friendly Takeover of Cuba’ as Talks Advance

The comment signals a pressure‑plus‑talks strategy led publicly by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Brief Warmup Peaks Saturday Before Quick Light Snow and Colder Sunday Across the Midwest and Northeast

Most forecasts call for minor, fast‑moving snow with limited disruption.

Pakistan Bombs Kabul and Kandahar, Declares 'Open War' With Taliban Government

International responses coalesce around calls for de‑escalation.

U.S., Israel Launch 'Operation Epic Fury' Targeting Iranian Military, Missile Sites

Officials describe a preemptive campaign against imminent threats, with lawmakers demanding clarity on legal authority.

Burger King Pilots 'Patty' AI in Employee Headsets to Coach Service and Streamline Operations

The company says the OpenAI-based system is a coaching tool that generates location-level hospitality signals rather than scoring individual workers.

Columbia Says ICE Lied to Enter Dorm in Arrest as Student Is Released

New protocols require Public Safety oversight with a judicial warrant before officers enter non-public spaces.

Iran Says Strike Hit Minab Girls’ School During US–Israel Offensive, Dozens Reported Killed

Conflicting tolls place the campaign under intense legal and diplomatic scrutiny.

Bitcoin Slides to $63,000 on U.S.-Israel Strikes on Iran as February Poised to Be Worst Month Since 2022

The sell-off highlights bitcoin’s 24/7 function as a market pressure valve during sudden geopolitical shocks.

UAE, Bahrain Intercept Iranian Strikes as Debris Kills 1 and Dubai Fire Injures 4

Following US–Israeli strikes on Iran, regional interceptions prompted airspace closures alongside official vows to act.

Neil Sedaka Dies at 86 After Los Angeles Hospitalization

His family described a sudden passing, with no cause disclosed.

Only Total Lunar Eclipse of 2026 Turns Moon Red on March 3

Official schedules now detail regional visibility with precise local times worldwide.

U.S. Measles Count Hits 1,136 as Massachusetts Reports Two Cases

Unvaccinated pockets, led by a large South Carolina cluster, are driving the surge.

DOJ Declines Appeal, Keeping Death Penalty Off the Table in Luigi Mangione Case

The decision leaves only federal stalking counts carrying potential life terms, keeping the New York state murder trial on track for June.

Gold Tops $5,300 After U.S.–Israeli Strikes on Iran as Silver Jumps to $94

Analysts forecast a gap-up start to the week on reinforced safe-haven demand.

After El Mencho’s Killing, Mexico Confronts CJNG Succession and Wider Cartel Wars

Analysts say the cartel’s franchise model keeps regional operations running despite the loss of its figurehead.

2 Killed, 2 Wounded in Shooting at Detroit Funeral Repast

Police are asking attendees to share video to help identify the shooter.

Trump Orders Federal Agencies to Stop Using Anthropic as Pentagon Labels AI Firm a Supply-Chain Risk

The six‑month phase‑out tests replacement of Claude on classified networks following Anthropic’s refusal to allow mass domestic surveillance or autonomous lethal use.

Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra Launch Globally With Leica Leitzphone, Starting at €999

Global versions differ from China units in battery capacity.

Block to Cut Over 4,000 Jobs, Halving Staff, in AI-Driven Overhaul

Investors cheered the shift as the company reported robust profit growth and signaled a leaner operating model.

OpenAI Closes $110 Billion Round Led by Amazon, Nvidia and SoftBank at $730 Billion Pre-Money Valuation

The raise embeds compute commitments with Nvidia’s Vera Rubin systems plus an expanded AWS pact, leaving Microsoft’s exclusivity unchanged.

Israel Tightens Missile Shield as U.S.–Iran Standoff Deepens, Eyes Early Strikes to Conserve Interceptors

Interceptor supply concerns are pushing Israel to ramp production, with plans for earlier strikes on Iranian launchers.

Zuckerberg Sits Front Row at Prada, Fueling Unconfirmed Prada–Meta Smart Glasses Talk

Speculation over a Prada–Meta eyewear tie-up resurfaced, without any announcement from either company.

U.S., Israel Launch Strikes on Iran Using Low-Cost One-Way Drones

The United States is leaning on expendable attack drones shaped by lessons from Iran’s Shahed program.

Xiaomi Debuts Vision Gran Turismo Concept Ahead of MWC Barcelona

The radical show car advances Xiaomi’s Gran Turismo collaboration through extreme aerodynamics with an experimental two-seat cockpit.

Disneyland Permit Details Major ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Upgrades as No Closure Is Announced

Permits outlining scene-specific technical work arrive with no closure dates on Disneyland’s calendar.

Myrient, Major Community Game Archive, to Shut Down March 31

Abusive paywalled download tools broke its donation model.

Deep Discounts Hit Samsung’s Flagship Odyssey Monitors at Woot and Amazon

Short-window promos drop select models to near-record lows below Samsung’s current pricing.

IMDEA Study Finds Tire Sensors Can Track Cars at Scale

Lack of required encryption leaves tire-pressure broadcasts traceable, raising a regulatory privacy concern.

OpenClaw Patches ‘ClawJacked’ Takeover Flaw as Ecosystem Faces Ongoing Security Threats

A localhost WebSocket trust gap let attacker websites brute‑force the gateway password, with version 2026.2.25 closing the hole.

Tether Says It Has Frozen $4.2 Billion in USDT as DOJ Seizes $61 Million Linked to Scams

Law-enforcement agencies increasingly rely on the company’s ability to lock wallets at request.

Ohio State Team Laser-Prints Moon Soil Simulant Into Durable Parts

The peer-reviewed study says real-world performance will depend on substrate choice, requiring further engineering before lunar deployment.

SolarEdge Sinks 9.5% as Solar Selloff Deepens Despite Q4 Rebound

Sector-wide pressures now overshadow SolarEdge’s recent revenue growth.

Disney to Require Login Before Queues for New Pin Releases

The change introduces account-based safeguards to curb bots, bulk buying, and misuse.

U.S. Concentrates Two Carrier Groups and Stealth Jets Near Israel as Talks With Iran Stall

With nuclear negotiations at an impasse, Washington is signaling deterrence through deployments alongside embassy contingency steps.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Series Expands Globally After MWC Showcase

Xiaomi positions the Snapdragon 8 Elite–powered Pro as an iPad alternative with aggressive pricing.

Cramer Hails Nvidia After Blowout Quarter and Strong Guidance

He points to hyperscaler demand driving growth with margins holding up despite memory constraints.

Taylen Green Sets QB Jump Records, Clocks Unofficial 4.37 at NFL Combine

The breakout showing puts fresh focus on a developmental prospect pending official 40 timing.

Bayern Rally Past Dortmund 3-2 as Kimmich's Late Winner Sends Lead to 11 Points

Kane reached 30 league goals in 24 matches, with an 87th-minute Kimmich volley sealing a Klassiker that tightens Bayern's grip on the title race.

Lowry's 63 Pulls Him Into Tie With Smotherman at the Cognizant Classic

Lowry seeks redemption at PGA National, with Smotherman eyeing a first PGA Tour title.

Real Madrid Make Rodri Their Top Midfield Target

Spanish reports put the price near €50 million pending fitness checks.

Brandon Moreno Faces Short-Notice Replacement Lone'er Kavanagh in Mexico City

Kavanagh steps in on short notice opposite the former two-time champion returning from a December knockout.

Dodgers Say Blake Snell Facing Hard Path to Opening Day as Shoulder Limits Persist

Dave Roberts signals a slow-played buildup to protect the left-hander’s shoulder given the club’s rotation depth.

NFL Combine: DBs, TEs and RBs Reorder Draft Boards With Record Speed

Explosive testing is reshaping draft boards heading into the final days in Indianapolis.

FIFA Holds Crisis Talks as U.S. Strikes on Iran Put 2026 World Cup Plans at Risk

FIFA says it is tracking the conflict to address new uncertainty over Iran’s entry to the U.S. for group games.

Diego Pavia to Throw at NFL Combine as Size and Maturity Questions Trail Him

Teams are judging undersized measurables versus high-level SEC tape before his Vanderbilt pro day.

Mike Evans Will Test Free Agency, With Buccaneers Vowing a Strong Push to Re-Sign

The Buccaneers have met his representatives at the combine to start a push to re-sign him.

Saints Say No Teams Have Reached Out About a Derek Carr Trade

The 11-year veteran has said he would unretire only for a Super Bowl-ready roster.

Wisconsin Visits Washington in Big Ten Matchup After Oregon Setback

Washington leans on freshman Hannes Steinbach's double-double production to test Wisconsin's tournament-ready resume.

Mets Tap Freddy Peralta for Opening Day After Perfect Spring Debut

The choice underscores a win-now push built on a one-year, $8 million ace acquired at significant prospect cost.

WNBPA Lowers Revenue-Sharing Ask in New Counter as March 10 Deadline Looms

The union’s offer seeks 26% of gross revenue with a first-year cap near $9.5 million, contrasting with the league’s net-based model.

Lakers at Warriors: Hachimura Out, Curry Sidelined as L.A. Enters as Road Favorite

Injuries leave Golden State shorthanded, increasing the importance of role-player production for both teams in a tight Western Conference race.

Grant Nelson Signs 10-Day With Nets, Debuts With Four Assists

Brooklyn is using an open roster slot to evaluate the Long Island forward during a brief window for potential roster decisions.

Protest Over Allianz Sponsorship Briefly Halts GAA Congress at Croke Park

The association will review security following reported injuries to personnel.

UConn Inducts Alex Karaban Into Huskies of Honor on Senior Day

The two-time champion captain enters the postseason after twice forgoing the NBA draft, now positioned as a top-10 scorer in program history.

Royals Discussing Deal With Starling Marte

Kansas City is eyeing a short, incentive‑heavy pact to bolster veteran outfield depth.

Patriots Weigh Stefon Diggs Restructure or Release Before March 13 Deadline

A $6 million March 13 roster guarantee drives New England's decision on the veteran's future.

Disneyland Paris Details Menus and Princess Redesigns Ahead of Disney Adventure World Opening

Exclusive princess looks at The Regal View Restaurant & Lounge signal a pivot to premium, dining-led character encounters.

Neil Sedaka Dies at 86 After Los Angeles Hospitalization

His family described a sudden passing, with no cause disclosed.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 Grounds New Titan X in Deep-Sea Reality

Producers say the bioluminescent sea creature draws from Southern Hemisphere life to feel plausible.

Hallmark Wraps Disney World Holiday Romance 'Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True'

The film joins Hallmark’s 17th annual Countdown to Christmas slate later this year.

Final Weekend for Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster’s Aerosmith Era as Disney Sets Muppets Reboot for Summer 2026

The makeover preserves the launch coaster’s hardware under a new Electric Mayhem storyline.

Elijah Allman Charged After Disturbance at St. Paul’s School in Concord

Police say he was released on personal recognizance pending arraignment.

Jim Carrey Honored at France’s César Awards as Viral Posts Question His Changed Appearance

He delivered his acceptance entirely in French, marking a rare public return after years of stepping back from Hollywood.

Bridgerton Season 4 Wraps as Showrunner Teases New Mystery and Maps the Road to Season 5

The series doubles down on inclusive, book‑breaking choices to expand its world beyond the ballroom.

Zack Snyder Leaves Door Open to Animated or Comic Snyderverse, Applauds Gunn’s Superman

In a new podcast interview, he said discussions about comics or animation have happened, with no project currently in production.

‘Scream 7’ Sets Preview Record, Tracking for ~$60 Million Opening

The revival pairs Kevin Williamson’s return with Neve Campbell’s comeback after a turbulent overhaul.

The Traitors Season 4 Finale Crowns a Winner as Reunion Reignites Tensions

Peacock’s hit closed with a contentious debrief and confirmation the series will return for Season 5.

Marshals: A Yellowstone Story Premieres Sunday on CBS With Next-Day Streaming on Paramount+

The series shifts the franchise into a weekly U.S. Marshals procedural to reach a broader audience across broadcast and streaming.

Drake Jokes He’s a Vivet Designer as Kai Cenat Tells Him to ‘Drop the Album’

The moment highlights Cenat’s fashion pivot alongside continued uncertainty over the release date for Drake’s ICEMAN.

Livvy Dunne, Aleah Finnegan Photobomb Lane Kiffin During LSU Gymnastics Win

The lighthearted clip underscores Kiffin’s push to connect with LSU fans through shareable moments.

Aerial Photos Show Tropical Americas Push at Animal Kingdom as DINOSAUR Is Gutted and Encanto Queue Rises

Fresh imagery highlights visible milestones across the site, signaling progress toward a 2027 debut.

Rihanna Shares Late-Night Studio Footage in New Instagram Reel

The muted, time-stamped clip shows studio work with no audio or release details.

Benny Blanco Says Selena Gomez Misplaced Vows Days Before Wedding, Reveals Lil Dicky Officiated

The disclosures came in a Jimmy Kimmel Live interview tied to promotion for their new Friends Keep Secrets podcast.

Heated Rivalry Season 2 Set for April 2027 After August Start

Creators pledge a faithful, six-episode adaptation of Rachel Reid’s The Long Game.

Benny Blanco Counters Viral ‘Dirty Feet’ Clip With On-Air Defense on Kimmel

He blamed the studio floors, revealing a clean sole on live TV.

Chloe Kim Disables Instagram DMs After AI Fakes, Shares 'Martin Garrix' Mix-Up About Meeting Myles Garrett

The Olympic snowboarder cites a need to protect herself from viral misinformation surrounding her high-profile relationship.

Six Planets Align in Tonight’s Evening Sky—When and Where to Look

The lineup is a perspective effect along the ecliptic, not a physical clustering, with authorities advising patient, after-sunset viewing.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Season 2 Grounds New Titan X in Deep-Sea Reality

Producers say the bioluminescent sea creature draws from Southern Hemisphere life to feel plausible.

Ohio State Team Laser-Prints Moon Soil Simulant Into Durable Parts

The peer-reviewed study says real-world performance will depend on substrate choice, requiring further engineering before lunar deployment.

NASA Overhauls Artemis, Sets 2027 Earth-Orbit Docking Test and 2028 First Moon Landing

NASA says the replan reduces risk by proving docking in Earth orbit first.

Astronomers Map 'Teenage' Planetary System TOI-2076, Revealing Photoevaporation at Work

Model–data agreement indicates most atmospheric stripping finishes within 100 million years.

Werner Herzog’s ‘Ghost Elephants’ Opens Nationwide, Charting a High-Stakes Search in Southern Africa

Herzog centers Steve Boyes’s pursuit linked to a 1955 Smithsonian giant to explore obsession over resolution.

JUICE Releases Best-Yet Image of Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS as Data Flow Begins

ESA teams are now analyzing multi-instrument observations with a cross-mission review set for late March.

Scientists Warn Space Launch Boom Is Polluting the Upper Atmosphere With New Lithium Plume Evidence

Researchers call for international limits with systematic monitoring to address metal pollution in poorly observed upper air.

JWST and ALMA Pin Down Nano-Dominated Dust Around Wolf–Rayet Binary WR 112

ALMA’s lack of millimeter emission alongside JWST’s infrared spirals provided the decisive clue to the grains’ true sizes.

Body-Wide Single-Cell Atlas Charts How Aging Rewires Cells Across 21 Mouse Organs

The Science paper debuts a public chromatin resource spotlighting cytokine signaling as a testable systemic driver of aging.

MAVEN Data Reveal Rare 'Whistler' Signal Consistent With Lightning on Mars

Strict magnetic and ionospheric conditions make such signals exceptionally rare in MAVEN's archive.

Only Total Lunar Eclipse of 2026 Turns Moon Red on March 3

Official schedules now detail regional visibility with precise local times worldwide.

China Sets First Yearlong Tiangong Stay and 2026 Flight Plan as Lunar Effort Advances

Officials report successful lunar hardware tests plus Wenchang upgrades targeting a pre‑2030 crewed landing.

New Study Links Titan Moon Merger to the Birth of Saturn’s Rings

The proposal relies on simulations and awaits confirmation.

Human Neuron Chip Learns to Play Doom in a Week as Cortical Labs Opens Developer Access

The demo showcases a Python API via the Cortical Cloud that lets outside developers program the 200,000‑neuron CL‑1.

FBI Leads Hazmat Probe at Irvine Luxury Home as Teen’s Lawyer Disputes Threat

Officials report no threat to neighbors as teams analyze chemicals collected from a homemade lab.

ORNL Launches Institute to Rein In AI Data Center Power Demand

The initiative consolidates lab expertise to prepare U.S. computing campuses for surging electricity loads.

California Snow Survey Finds Statewide Snowpack at Two-Thirds of Average

With the April 1 peak approaching, state and federal suppliers are projecting reduced deliveries.

Perovskite Solar Advances Pair 23.15% Mini-Module With 27% Stress-Tested Cells

Targeted fixes at critical layers push lab advances toward manufacturable modules.

Study Finds Dogs, Like Toddlers, Freely Help Caregivers, While Cats Rarely Do

Researchers trace the gap to dogs’ cooperative evolution with humans versus cats’ more solitary ancestry.

U.S. and Israel Launch Strikes on Iran as Tehran Begins Retaliation, MAGA Backlash Erupts

Backlash from MAGA figures frames the strikes as a betrayal of “America First” pledges.

U.S.–Israel Strikes Pound Iran as Israel Claims Khamenei Killed and Tehran Denies

Conflicting statements fuel a volatile standoff after Operation Epic Fury triggered Iranian missile and drone reprisals.

After El Mencho’s Killing, Mexico Confronts CJNG Succession and Wider Cartel Wars

Analysts say the cartel’s franchise model keeps regional operations running despite the loss of its figurehead.

FIFA Holds Crisis Talks as U.S. Strikes on Iran Put 2026 World Cup Plans at Risk

FIFA says it is tracking the conflict to address new uncertainty over Iran’s entry to the U.S. for group games.

Protest Over Allianz Sponsorship Briefly Halts GAA Congress at Croke Park

The association will review security following reported injuries to personnel.

New Poll Puts Crockett Ahead as Texas Democratic Senate Primary Nears

Talarico holds a major cash advantage alongside surging early turnout.

FBI Puts Counterterror Teams on High Alert Following Strikes on Iranian Targets

DHS reports close coordination with partners to deter potential threats at home.

Iran Fires Dozens of Missiles at Israel After U.S.-Israel Strikes

Nationwide high alert closes schools, halts flights, with defenses intercepting incoming fire.

U.S. and Israel Conduct Coordinated Strikes on Iran as CENTCOM Reports No U.S. Casualties

CENTCOM says the campaign aims to neutralize imminent threats from Iran's missile and drone network.

U.S. and Israel Launch Coordinated Strikes on Iran as Trump Declares ‘Major Combat Operations’

Iran answers with missile and drone fire toward Israel, prompting airspace closures and shelter warnings across the Gulf.

Iran Says Strike Hit Minab Girls’ School During US–Israel Offensive, Dozens Reported Killed

Conflicting tolls place the campaign under intense legal and diplomatic scrutiny.

UAE, Bahrain Intercept Iranian Strikes as Debris Kills 1 and Dubai Fire Injures 4

Following US–Israeli strikes on Iran, regional interceptions prompted airspace closures alongside official vows to act.

U.S. and Israel Strike Iran as NYC Mayor Condemns Action and Boosts Security

New York officials moved to reassure communities with increased patrols at sensitive sites.

U.S. and Israel Launch 'Operation Roaring Lion' Hitting Targets Across Iran

Israeli officials describe a preemptive campaign aimed at Iran's nuclear and missile infrastructure.

Congress Moves to Curb Trump’s Authority After U.S.–Israeli Strikes on Iran

Key lawmakers vow to force War Powers votes to require authorization for continued operations.

U.S. and Israel Strike Iran as Tehran Launches Regional Retaliation

Calls for UN intervention underscored a widening diplomatic split.

Trump Orders Federal Agencies to Stop Using Anthropic as Pentagon Labels AI Firm a Supply-Chain Risk

The six‑month phase‑out tests replacement of Claude on classified networks following Anthropic’s refusal to allow mass domestic surveillance or autonomous lethal use.

Clintons Deny Knowledge in Closed Epstein Depositions as House Probe Presses On

Democrats are demanding immediate public release of the recordings and transcripts as questions grow over redacted and apparently missing Justice Department records.

LAPD Steps Up Patrols as Downtown LA Protest Planned After U.S.-Israeli Strikes on Iran

Officials report no specific credible threats to California despite heightened security at sensitive sites.

Pirelli Cancels Bahrain F1 Tyre Test as Gulf Strikes Upend Travel Plans

F1 says the Melbourne opener remains on schedule despite security concerns.

After El Mencho’s Killing, Mexico Confronts CJNG Succession and Wider Cartel Wars

Analysts say the cartel’s franchise model keeps regional operations running despite the loss of its figurehead.

Elijah Allman Charged After Disturbance at St. Paul’s School in Concord

Police say he was released on personal recognizance pending arraignment.

FBI Puts Counterterror Teams on High Alert Following Strikes on Iranian Targets

DHS reports close coordination with partners to deter potential threats at home.

Bronx Domestic Stabbing Leaves Woman Dead, Teen Hurt as Suspect Flees in Construction Gear

Detectives focus on surveillance leads to find a suspect last seen in reflective construction gear.

Civil Filing Alleges Mark Sanchez Used Multiple Drugs Before Indianapolis Altercation

The filing asks the court to probe alleged intoxication, including where substances may have been consumed.

Clintons Deny Knowledge in Closed Epstein Depositions as House Probe Presses On

Democrats are demanding immediate public release of the recordings and transcripts as questions grow over redacted and apparently missing Justice Department records.

Iran Says Strike Hit Minab Girls’ School During US–Israel Offensive, Dozens Reported Killed

Conflicting tolls place the campaign under intense legal and diplomatic scrutiny.

Judge Denies Severance, Sets August Trial for Lil Durk in Federal Murder-for-Hire Case

The court said a joint proceeding is warranted because most of the evidence overlaps among the four defendants.

Nancy Guthrie Search Scales Back at Home as FBI Shifts to Phoenix

Investigators now concentrate on forensic testing plus extensive surveillance review.

Appeals Court Overturns 2017 Sierra LaMar Murder Conviction, Limits Any Retrial

Prosecutors are reviewing the ruling, with any new case restricted to narrower theories than premeditated murder.

Federal Indictment Charges Two in Firearms Case Tied to Utah Church Shooting

Prosecutors say digital evidence links the suspects to a pistol recovered after the Jan. 7 attack.

Shia LaBeouf Arrested Again in New Orleans After New Battery Charge in Mardi Gras Brawl

The new count follows a judge's order for treatment under a $100,000 bond after allegations he used homophobic slurs during the brawl.

Bolivian Air Force C-130 Crashes Off El Alto Runway, Killing at Least 15

Officials warn the spilled cash has no legal value.

Crystal Mangum Released From N.C. Prison, Begins Supervised Reentry in Durham

Corrections officials say she will live at a friend’s home in Durham under parole reporting for up to a year.

Undercover Video Shown at Brooklyn Trial Details Alleged Iran-Linked Plot to Assassinate President Trump

Jurors saw recordings of Asif Merchant describing a hit, then making a $5,000 down payment to men who were undercover FBI agents.

Tether Says It Has Frozen $4.2 Billion in USDT as DOJ Seizes $61 Million Linked to Scams

Law-enforcement agencies increasingly rely on the company’s ability to lock wallets at request.

Calabasas Teacher Charged With Molestation, Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenses at Viewpoint School

Prosecutors say he faces up to seven years in prison with lifetime sex‑offender registration if convicted.

Man Fatally Shot Outside Alief Business Late Friday

Police request tips, including nearby surveillance footage.

FBI Ousts About a Dozen Employees After Revelations of Biden-Era Subpoenas for Patel and Wiles

The terminations followed reporting that investigators sought toll records for the Trump aides’ phones during 2022–2023 inquiries.

Ex-MLB Pitcher Daniel Serafini Sentenced to Life Without Parole for 2021 In-Law Shooting

Defense attorneys signaled they will appeal after a judge rejected his bid for a new trial earlier this month.

Block to Cut Over 4,000 Jobs, Halving Staff, in AI-Driven Overhaul

Investors cheered the shift as the company reported robust profit growth and signaled a leaner operating model.

Gold Tops $5,300 After U.S.–Israeli Strikes on Iran as Silver Jumps to $94

Analysts forecast a gap-up start to the week on reinforced safe-haven demand.

U.S.-Israeli Strikes on Iran Spur Shipping Pauses at Hormuz and Heighten Oil Shock Risk

Shipping pauses at Hormuz and a reported blast at Kharg Island raise the risk of supply disruption beyond Iran’s own output.

Bitcoin Slides to $63,000 on U.S.-Israel Strikes on Iran as February Poised to Be Worst Month Since 2022

The sell-off highlights bitcoin’s 24/7 function as a market pressure valve during sudden geopolitical shocks.

OpenAI Closes $110 Billion Round Led by Amazon, Nvidia and SoftBank at $730 Billion Pre-Money Valuation

The raise embeds compute commitments with Nvidia’s Vera Rubin systems plus an expanded AWS pact, leaving Microsoft’s exclusivity unchanged.

FAA Moves to Cap O’Hare Summer Flights at 2,800 Daily Operations

The agency will meet with carriers next week to set carrier-specific limits for the Summer 2026 season.

Argentina’s Senate Approves Milei’s Sweeping Labor Overhaul

The vote hands Javier Milei a decisive win, with unions preparing court challenges.

Steam Deck OLED Prices to Rise in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan on March 6

Komodo blames higher logistics costs alongside currency swings.

Mamdani Pitches Trump on $21 Billion Sunnyside Yards Revival After Oval Office Meeting

No federal pledge followed, leaving the proposal to navigate Amtrak sign-off, financing hurdles, years of planning.

Leaked MLB Salary Cap Numbers Escalate Labor Standoff, Heighten 2027 Lockout Risk

The leak spotlights a plan players reject, raising doubts about feasibility.

USDCx Goes Live on Cardano With Circle xReserve Backing

A new bridge enables 1:1 minting on Cardano with redemption to USDC on Ethereum.

Trump Promotes Energy Agenda at Corpus Christi Port, Keeps Texas Senate Endorsement Under Wraps

The high-profile stop at a top LNG hub came on the final day of early voting before Tuesday's primaries.

Markets Slide as AI Jitters, Hot Inflation and Iran Risk Jolt Investors

A hotter U.S. producer-price reading reinforced expectations that Federal Reserve rate cuts will wait.

Trump Accounts Launch July 4 With Enrollment Live, State Taxes Unclear

The program relies on opt-in enrollment via Form 4547 to trigger the federal seed deposit.

Merrill Kelly Picks Diamondbacks on $40 Million Deal, Says California Taxes Ruled Out Padres

Analyses estimate the tax-rate gap could leave him roughly $2.1–$2.5 million more per year in Arizona.

Hudson Pacific Posts $278 Million Q4 Loss as Leasing Rebounds, Quixote Drag Persists

Management is pursuing cost cuts, asset sales plus lender talks to steady finances before a 2026 CMBS maturity.

Panama Investigators Seize Files From CK Hutchison Port Unit as Probe Begins

The searches follow a court ruling that voided PPC’s concessions, triggering a state-managed transition.

Trump Says U.S. Could See a ‘Friendly Takeover of Cuba’ as Talks Advance

The comment signals a pressure‑plus‑talks strategy led publicly by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Vance Leads 'War on Fraud,' Freezes $259 Million in Minnesota Medicaid Payments

CMS gave Gov. Tim Walz 60 days to submit a corrective plan.

OCC Redefines Trust Bank Powers to Permit Crypto Custody as Core Business

The update taking effect April 1 grants national trust banks explicit latitude to center on digital‑asset safekeeping.

Resident Evil Requiem Blood Specimens, Locations, and Puzzle Solutions Fully Documented

Analyzing three specimens at the Laser Microscope unlocks key ammo and injector recipes.

FromSoftware Blocked Bluepoint’s Bloodborne Remake Pitch, Reports Say

The move, disclosed after Sony shuttered Bluepoint, underscores how creator preference overruled the platform holder’s IP ownership.

Myrient, Major Community Game Archive, to Shut Down March 31

Abusive paywalled download tools broke its donation model.

Xiaomi Debuts Vision Gran Turismo Concept Ahead of MWC Barcelona

The radical show car advances Xiaomi’s Gran Turismo collaboration through extreme aerodynamics with an experimental two-seat cockpit.

Deep Discounts Hit Samsung’s Flagship Odyssey Monitors at Woot and Amazon

Short-window promos drop select models to near-record lows below Samsung’s current pricing.

Prime Video Starts Filming God of War, Unveils First Look at Kratos and Atreus

The streamer marks the shift to a two‑season production with a first‑look photo guided by showrunner Ronald D. Moore.

Sony Debuts Overhauled PS5 Pro Upscaler With Resident Evil Requiem, Broader Rollout in March

Built under Sony’s Project Amethyst with AMD, the revised AI upscaler will be selectable via a new console setting.

WWE 2K26 Full Roster Ratings Revealed, 'Super Cena' Tops at 100

The official list establishes the game's hierarchy before the March 13 release.

Steam Deck OLED Prices to Rise in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan on March 6

Komodo blames higher logistics costs alongside currency swings.

Reports Point to PlayStation Pullback From PC Ports of Single-Player Exclusives

Well-sourced reports suggest Sony will keep live-service games on PC, refocusing single-player flagships on PlayStation consoles.

Pokémon Gen‑10 ‘Winds’ and ‘Waves’ Revealed for Switch 2 in 2027

Fans fixate on the starter trio, driving a rush of memes, art, speculation.

Blizzard’s Overwatch x Nier: Automata Crossover Leaks Early, Launches March 10

A deleted YouTube Short previewed five YoRHa-themed skins, prompting questions about the heavy tilt toward support heroes.

Xbox’s New Chief Sets Console-First Tone, Rejects AI Mandates

Matt Booty says studios face no top‑down orders on generative tech, echoing Asha Sharma’s vow to keep Xbox focused on human‑made games.

Collector Says Ultra-Rare 1999 Tsukihime Demo Shattered During U.S. Customs Inspection

The disk was one of just 50 Comiket 1999 trial copies prized by preservationists.

Evercade Unveils Super Pocket Rare Edition With 14 Classics Including Banjo-Kazooie

Preorders are open at $69.99 as cartridge compatibility extends the handheld far beyond its built‑in games.

Resident Evil Requiem: Switch 2’s DLSS Image Impresses as Xbox Series S Keeps a 60FPS Edge

Digital Foundry credits Nvidia DLSS for turning very low internal resolutions on Switch 2 into a cleaner final image despite the pixel deficit.

Pokémon Confirms Gen 10 ‘Winds’ and ‘Waves’ as Switch 2 Exclusives for 2027

The announcement ushers Pokémon’s move to Switch 2 as a yearlong celebration rolls out.

70’s Robot Anime Geppy‑X HD Remaster Launches Worldwide on July 16

The project emphasizes archival restoration to preserve the 1999 game's original audio alongside 24 fps animation.

Marathon Guides Urge Players to Level CyberAcme First for Heat Management

Early Heat-management upgrades offer the biggest immediate payoff for new Runners.

Tales of Berseria Remastered Launches on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch and PC With Bundled DLC, QoL Tweaks

Early reviews point to standout storytelling with robust combat, alongside modest visual changes.