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Fox NewsOn Jan. 19, a sewer pipe in Montgomery County, Maryland collapsed, releasing over 240 million gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac River. President Trump announced Feb. 16 that federal authorities will coordinate cleanup efforts, criticizing local Democratic officials. Maryland Gov. Moore's office responded that the federal government has been responsible for the pipe since the last century.
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NPRRobert Duvall, the acclaimed character actor known for roles in The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and Tender Mercies, died Sunday at his Virginia home. He was 95. His wife Luciana announced he passed peacefully, surrounded by family. Duvall earned seven Oscar nominations over six decades, winning Best Actor for Tender Mercies in 1984.
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NBC NewsA federal judge ordered the Trump administration to restore $16 billion in federal funding for the Gateway rail tunnel project between New York and New Jersey after the administration halted funds in October. Trump declared the federal government would not cover any cost overruns and denied reports that he sought to rename Penn Station after himself in exchange for releasing the funds.
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The IndependentRussian and Ukrainian delegations will meet in Geneva Tuesday-Wednesday for US-brokered peace talks, the third round this year. Both sides remain entrenched on territorial control, with Russia demanding Ukraine cede the entire Donbas region. No breakthrough is expected despite a US-imposed June deadline for settlement.
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New York PostU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Budapest and publicly endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's reelection bid, stating President Trump is "deeply committed" to Orbán's success. The visit included signing a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement. Orbán faces a tight election on April 12 against opposition leader Peter Magyar.
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Daily MailColin Gray faces 29 charges including second-degree murder for giving his 14-year-old son an AR-15 rifle as a Christmas gift after law enforcement warned him about online threats. His son allegedly used the weapon to kill four people at Apalachee High School in September 2024.
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Fox NewsNaveed Akram, 24, made his first court appearance via video link from prison on Monday, facing 59 charges related to a December 14 shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney that killed 15 people. Akram spoke only briefly during the hearing, which extended suppression orders protecting victim identities. His lawyer said it is too early to indicate a plea.
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The HillThe Defense and Energy Departments transported an unfueled microreactor from California to Utah on a C-17 cargo plane on Sunday. The 5-megawatt Valar Atomics Ward 250 reactor will undergo testing at Utah's San Rafael Energy Lab. The operation supports executive orders aimed at expanding nuclear power deployment for military and civilian use.
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NewsweekFormer President Obama stated aliens are "real" during a podcast interview, then clarified he meant extraterrestrial life likely exists statistically but he saw no evidence of Earth contact during his presidency. The comment drew widespread attention, overshadowing other interview topics including homelessness policy and recent ICE operations in Minnesota.
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The IndependentUkrainian anti-corruption investigators charged former Energy Minister German Galushchenko with money laundering and participation in a criminal organization after detaining him attempting to cross the border. The case involves alleged kickbacks of over $112 million from the state nuclear company during his 2021-2025 tenure.
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The Daily BeastHealth Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the FDA will review a petition by former FDA Commissioner David Kessler seeking to revoke 'Generally Recognized as Safe' status for processed refined carbohydrates like corn syrup and starches. Kennedy stopped short of committing to new regulations, saying the goal is to inform consumers about food ingredients.
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New York PostA man opened fire at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket, Rhode Island during a high school hockey game on Monday afternoon, killing two people and injuring three others before turning the gun on himself. Law enforcement officials believe the shooting was domestic in nature, with the gunman reportedly targeting members of his own family.
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Daily MailJapan's GDP grew 0.2% annualized in Q4 2025, avoiding technical recession after Q3 contraction but significantly missing economist forecasts of 1.6%. Private consumption rose slightly while exports fell. Full-year 2025 growth reached 1.1%, with PM Takaichi proposing fiscal stimulus measures.
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CNNNancy Guthrie, 84-year-old mother of NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie, has been missing from her Arizona home since Feb. 1. Investigators are tracing retail purchases of items seen in doorbell footage showing a masked individual. DNA from a glove found near the home may match the suspect. No arrests have been made.
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New York PostByteDance announced it will add safeguards to its AI video generator Seedance 2.0 after major Hollywood studios, including Disney and Paramount, sent cease-and-desist letters alleging copyright infringement. The tool, currently available only in China, produces realistic videos from text prompts and has generated viral content featuring copyrighted characters and celebrity likenesses.
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Fox NewsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a memorandum of understanding with UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband to cooperate on clean energy technologies and expand British firm access to California's market. President Trump criticized the agreement and Newsom, calling it 'inappropriate' for the UK to engage with the governor. The deal represents the 12th such state-level agreement between the UK and US states.
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CBS NewsAmerican figure skater Ilia Malinin, who finished eighth in men's singles at the 2026 Olympics after being heavily favored for gold, posted a statement Monday describing 'invisible battles,' online harassment, and 'insurmountable pressure' leading to an 'inevitable crash.' He teased a February 21 performance at the exhibition gala.
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Daily MailElana Meyers Taylor won her first Olympic gold medal in women's monobob at age 41, edging Germany's Laura Nolte by 0.04 seconds. Teammate Kaillie Humphries took bronze. The win makes Meyers Taylor the most decorated American woman in Winter Olympics history, tied with speed skater Bonnie Blair at six medals.
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NPRNetflix released a three-part documentary examining the 24-season run of 'America's Next Top Model,' featuring interviews with creator Tyra Banks, judges, and former contestants. The series addresses allegations including sexual assault, body-shaming, pressured cosmetic procedures, and problematic photo shoots that characterized the 2003-2018 reality show.
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USA TodayThe United States women's hockey team defeated Sweden 5-0 in the Olympic semifinal on Monday, advancing to Thursday's gold medal game. Five different American players scored, and goaltender Aerin Frankel made 21 saves for her third shutout. The US remains undefeated at 6-0, outscoring opponents 31-1.
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New York PostTyler Reddick won the 2026 Daytona 500 for 23XI Racing, the NASCAR team co-owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan and driver Denny Hamlin. The victory came two months after Jordan's antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR was settled during trial, with Jordan celebrating enthusiastically in victory lane.
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USA TodayThe 41st Independent Spirit Awards were held Sunday at the Hollywood Palladium, with several attendees wearing 'ICE OUT' pins and actress Natasha Rothwell making an unscripted statement criticizing the agency. 'Train Dreams' won best feature and director, while Netflix's 'Adolescence' dominated television categories. Rose Byrne won best lead performance.
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NewsweekDana Eden, 52, co-creator of Emmy-winning Israeli spy series 'Tehran,' was found dead in an Athens hotel room where the show's fourth season was being filmed. Greek police preliminarily indicated suicide with no suspected foul play, though an investigation is ongoing. Her production company dismissed rumors of criminal or politically motivated death.
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Daily MailFormer President George W. Bush published a Presidents Day essay praising George Washington's decision to voluntarily relinquish power twice, as part of a nonpartisan history project for America's 250th anniversary. The essay's themes of presidential humility and peaceful power transfer drew attention given current political debates.
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CBS NewsThe Miami Dolphins released eight-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Tyreek Hill and two-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Bradley Chubb on Monday in cost-cutting moves. Hill, recovering from a torn ACL and dislocated knee suffered in Week 4, becomes an unrestricted free agent for the first time. The moves save Miami approximately $30 million in cap space.
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USA TodayKansas State dismissed men's basketball coach Jerome Tang after he publicly criticized his players following a 91-62 home loss to Cincinnati, saying they "do not deserve to wear this uniform." The university cited "recent public comments and conduct" as reasons for the termination. Tang, who led the team to the Elite Eight in his first season, finished with a 71-57 record over four seasons but went 10-15 this year with a 1-11 conference record.
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New York PostNorwegian skier Atle Lie McGrath led the Olympic men's slalom after the first run by 0.59 seconds but straddled a gate in the second run, eliminating him from medal contention. He threw his poles and walked into the woods before returning to speak with media. Switzerland's Loic Meillard won gold. McGrath's grandfather died on opening ceremony day.
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USA TodayTre' Johnson, a 1999 Pro Bowl offensive guard who spent most of his nine-year NFL career with Washington, died February 15 at age 54 while on a family trip. His wife reported he had been experiencing recent health issues that led to a leave of absence from his teaching job.
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BBC NewsThe NBA debuted a USA vs. World tournament format for its 2026 All-Star Game, replacing previous formats after years of fan complaints about lack of effort. The round-robin tournament featured three teams playing four 12-minute games, with Anthony Edwards winning MVP as Team USA Stars defeated Team USA Stripes 47-21 in the final.
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