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Iran in 'serious discussions' with US, Trump says, as military threat looms
BBC - 1 Feb 2026 09:50
Iran is expected to begin a live-fire naval exercise in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.
Are Vladimir Putin and Jeffrey Epstein Friends? US Officials Reveal 'World's Largest Honeytrap' Blackmail Plot
IBTimes - 1 Feb 2026 14:31
Newly released U.S. Department of Justice files reveal Jeffrey Epstein's secret meetings with Vladimir Putin, offers of Kremlin visas from 'a friend of Putin's,' and ties to Russian organised crime figure...
US committee is reconsidering all vaccine recommendations
The Guardian - 1 Feb 2026 13:00
Move is dramatic departure for advisory group under Kirk Milhoan, who says he doesnt like the term established scienceAll vaccine recommendations are being reconsidered by the USs vaccines committee, according to its top...
Starmer Urges Former Prince Andrew to Testify to Congress Over Epstein Ties
The New York Times - 1 Feb 2026 12:19
Mr. Mountbatten-Windsor was stripped of his royal titles in October by his brother King Charles III because of growing questions around his links to Mr. Epstein.
Federal Courts Undercut Trumps Mass Deportation Campaign
The New York Times - 1 Feb 2026 11:20
A policy intended to keep immigrants detained indefinitely has led to a deluge of lawsuits, overwhelming some federal courts and resulting in many releases.
Were fighting for the soul of the country: how Minnesota residents came together to face ICE
The Guardian - 1 Feb 2026 11:00
Networks created after police killed George Floyd were reactivated to challenge Trumps mass deportation policyCory never expected hed spend hours each day driving around after immigration agents, videotaping their moves....
Costa Rica heads to polls amid fears of authoritarian turn
The Guardian - 1 Feb 2026 10:00
Voters to choose president and 57 members of congress, with current presidents hardline pick Laura Fernández expected to win first roundCosta Rica heads to the polls on Sunday in an election dominated by increasing inse...
ICE Agents With Guns Out Box In Woman While Local Police Chief Helps Save Her
IBTimes - 1 Feb 2026 09:40
A St. Peter police chief stepped in to rescue a U.S. citizen detained at gunpoint by federal agents while she was recording their enforcement activities.
Slovakia PM's national security adviser resigns over Epstein links
BBC - 1 Feb 2026 08:37
Miroslav Laják steps down after newly released exchanges showed him discussing girls and diplomacy with the late sex offender.
Rose sets tournament record in dominant Torrey Pines win
BBC - 1 Feb 2026 23:55
England's Justin Rose clinches an utterly dominant win at the Farmers Insurance Open in a new tournament record score.
Grammys 2026 Red Carpet Photos: Looks From Tyla, Sabrina Carpenter and More
The New York Times - 1 Feb 2026 23:51
See what nominees and guests for the 68th Grammy Awards, including Sabrina Carpenter, Addison Rae and Tyla, wore to arrive to the ceremony.
Fear and Anger Grow as Thousands Remain Without Power in the South
The New York Times - 1 Feb 2026 23:48
More than 30 people have died across three Southern states in connection with last weeks storm, and thousands remain without power.
Europes apples are peppered with toxic pesticides
The Week - 1 Feb 2026 23:48
Campaign groups say existing EU regulations dont account for risk of cocktail effect
Paul Weiss law firm chair Brad Karp told Jeffrey Epstein Youre amazing
New York Post - 1 Feb 2026 23:43
The tranche of documents released by the Department of Justice showed that the disgraced financier sought to ingratiate himself with one of Wall Street's most influential legal figures.
Lord Mandelson resigns from Labour Party over Epstein links
BBC - 1 Feb 2026 23:43
The former cabinet minister says he does not want to "cause further embarrassment" by his links to the late convicted paedophile.
Bruins Fraser Minten named NHL Rookie of the Month
Boston - 1 Feb 2026 23:43
He was a steal for us." The post Bruins Fraser Minten named NHL Rookie of the Month appeared first on Boston.com.
My youngest is starting school for the first time. How can I best preserve his relentless curiosity? | Shadi Khan Saif
The Guardian - 1 Feb 2026 23:40
I wonder how Naveed will navigate his own path - and how much I must nurture and how much I must learn to let goSchools are finally re-opening, mate, my volleyball friend Sardar announced, grinning with unmistakable reli...
Rihanna Did NOT Call Jeffrey Epstein or Call Him 'Sneaky Dog' in Newly Released Email
IBTimes - 1 Feb 2026 23:39
Several big names are being linked to the newly released Jeffrey Epstein files, including Rihanna and Jay-Z.
Jaylen Brown has 30 points, 13 rebounds as Celtics coast to 107-79 win over Bucks
Boston - 1 Feb 2026 23:30
Derrick White added 17 points, eight assists and seven rebounds, and Neemias Queta had 14 points and eight boards as the Celtics won their second straight game. The post Jaylen Brown has 30 points, 13 rebounds as Celtics...
Two federal agents reportedly identified in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti
The Guardian - 1 Feb 2026 23:30
Jesus Ochoa and Raymundo Gutierrez are both officers with Customs and Border Protection, ProPublica reportsGovernment documents have identified the two federal officers who fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis as Jesu...
'Alien Society' Vision Drives Elon Musk 1 Million Satellites Push-Critics Raise Alarm
IBTimes - 1 Feb 2026 23:29
Elon Musk plans to launch 1 million satellites to build orbital data centres, claiming it will help humanity evolve into an 'alien society' capable of harnessing the sun.
Robert Pratt, Federal Judge Who Derided Trump Pardons, Dies at 78
The New York Times - 1 Feb 2026 23:27
He was chastised for remarks ridiculing the pardons of two congressional campaign aides who had been convicted in a bribery plot.