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NPRThe Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Trump's sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law exceeded presidential authority. Trump immediately invoked alternative statutes to reimpose tariffs, raising them from 10% to 15% globally. The confrontation came to a head at the State of the Union, where Trump criticized the ruling with justices present.
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Daily MailThe U.S. and Iran are scheduled to hold critical talks in Geneva on Thursday over Iran's nuclear program. Trump claims Iran is rebuilding nuclear capabilities he says were destroyed in June strikes, while Iran denies seeking weapons and calls Trump's allegations "big lies." The U.S. has assembled its largest Middle East military deployment in decades.
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BBC NewsCuban border guards killed four people and injured six aboard a Florida-registered speedboat in Cuban territorial waters Wednesday morning. Cuba says the boat opened fire first, wounding a Cuban commander. The incident comes amid high tensions between the US and Cuba over Trump administration oil embargo.
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New York PostTexas Rep. Al Green was removed from President Trump's State of the Union address after holding up a sign reading "Black people aren't apes," referencing a racist video Trump had shared on Truth Social depicting the Obamas as primates. The incident occurred as Trump delivered a record-breaking 108-minute speech amid declining approval ratings on immigration and the economy.
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New York PostVirginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address, criticizing his tariff policies, immigration enforcement tactics, and what she characterized as corruption. Trump had touted economic gains and border security in his speech, while Spanberger argued his policies make life less affordable and safe for Americans.
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Daily MailThe Trump administration announced it will temporarily withhold $259 million in Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota, citing fraud concerns in state programs. Vice President JD Vance, newly appointed to lead a "war on fraud," made the announcement with CMS Administrator Dr. Oz, stating the funds will be held until Minnesota addresses alleged misuse of federal dollars.
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CNNBoth US men's and women's hockey teams defeated Canada 2-1 in overtime to win Olympic gold. Trump invited both teams to his State of the Union; the men's team accepted and goalie Connor Hellebuyck received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, while the women's team declined citing scheduling conflicts.
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USA TodayMexican forces killed Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes ("El Mencho") on Sunday with U.S. intelligence support. Retaliatory violence spread across 20 states, killing at least 58-74 people and prompting questions about security for World Cup matches scheduled in Guadalajara this summer.
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CBS NewsCasey Means, President Trump's nominee for surgeon general, testified before the Senate Health Committee on Feb. 25. The Stanford medical school graduate who left residency and has an inactive medical license faced questions about vaccines, birth control, product endorsements, and her qualifications for the nation's top doctor role.
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The Wall Street JournalA Virginia magistrate judge ruled the court itself will review devices seized from Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson during an FBI raid, blocking the Justice Department from conducting its own search. The judge criticized prosecutors for omitting privacy laws protecting journalists when seeking the search warrant.
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NewsweekPresident Trump announced during his State of the Union address that his administration will offer retirement accounts similar to the federal Thrift Savings Plan to workers without employer-sponsored plans, with federal matching contributions up to $1,000 annually. The proposal builds on existing bipartisan legislation and would use the Saver's Match mechanism from the 2022 SECURE 2.0 Act, though implementation details and legislative requirements remain unclear.
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Daily WireDuring his State of the Union address, President Trump asked lawmakers to stand if they agreed the government's first duty is protecting American citizens rather than illegal immigrants. Republicans stood and applauded while Democrats remained seated, with some shouting at Trump. The moment quickly went viral as both parties claimed it demonstrated their priorities.
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CBS NewsA federal judge in Massachusetts ruled that the Department of Homeland Security's policy allowing rapid deportation of migrants to countries other than their own, without adequate notice or opportunity to challenge removal, violates due process and immigration law. The judge paused the ruling for 15 days to allow appeal, likely sending the case to the Supreme Court.
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Fox NewsPresident Trump awarded Medals of Honor to Army Chief Warrant Officer Eric Slover, wounded during the January raid to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and 100-year-old Navy Captain Royce Williams for actions in the Korean War. The presentations occurred during Trump's State of the Union address. Seven service members were injured in the Venezuela operation.
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NewsweekFederal agents executed court-authorized search warrants at Los Angeles Unified School District headquarters and Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's San Pedro home on Wednesday. The FBI confirmed the searches but declined to comment on the nature of the investigation, with supporting affidavits sealed by court order. A Miami-area property connected to Carvalho was also searched.
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Fox NewsPresident Trump criticized Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib on Truth Social after they heckled his State of the Union address, writing they should be "sent back from where they came" and "institutionalized." The congresswomen shouted during Trump's immigration remarks, referencing two Minnesota citizens killed by federal agents during immigration enforcement operations.
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BBC NewsMicrosoft co-founder Bill Gates addressed his ties to Jeffrey Epstein at a Gates Foundation town hall, calling the relationship a "huge mistake" while denying illegal activity. Gates admitted to two extramarital affairs with Russian women that Epstein later learned about, but emphasized they were not Epstein's victims.
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CBS NewsThe FBI subpoenaed phone records of Kash Patel and Susie Wiles in 2022-2023 during Special Counsel Jack Smith's investigation of Trump's handling of classified documents and 2020 election interference. Separately, Patel's taxpayer-funded trip to the Milan Olympics sparked controversy after his leaked schedule showed extensive personal time, and a whistleblower alleged his jet use delayed FBI responses to the Brown University shooting and Charlie Kirk assassination.
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Daily MailGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang in Beijing, seeking to address Germany's growing trade deficit with China and requesting Chinese assistance in ending the war in Ukraine. Both leaders emphasized deepening ties amid global uncertainty, though significant disagreements remain on trade practices and geopolitics.
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New York PostParamount Skydance increased its offer to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery to $31 per share, up from $30, potentially topping Netflix's December offer of $27.75 per share. Warner Bros. board is reviewing whether the new bid is superior. Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos visited the White House Thursday amid antitrust concerns and political pressure over board member Susan Rice.
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Daily MailBritish autonomous driving software company Wayve secured $1.5 billion in funding from investors including Microsoft, Nvidia, Uber, and major automakers Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, and Stellantis. The company, now valued at $8.6 billion, plans to launch robotaxi trials in London this year through a partnership with Uber and deploy driver-assistance technology in consumer vehicles from 2027.
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SemaforSecretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to St. Kitts and Nevis for a CARICOM summit, where Caribbean leaders expressed concerns about US intervention in Venezuela, pressure on Cuba, and aggressive drug interdiction operations. The visit came hours after Trump praised Rubio during his State of the Union address and amid speculation about potential military action against Iran.
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Washington TimesPresident Trump used his State of the Union address to urge passage of the Stop Insider Trading Act, receiving bipartisan applause. He singled out former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi by name, questioning whether she stood for the measure. The legislation would restrict congressional stock trading but faces uncertain prospects.
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The Daily BeastRichard Axel, a 2004 Nobel Prize winner in medicine, resigned as co-director of Columbia University's Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute after Justice Department files revealed his ongoing relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Axel called the association a "serious error in judgment" and apologized. He will continue teaching and research at Columbia.
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New York PostPittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was placed on injured reserve Wednesday and will miss at least four weeks after sustaining a lower-body injury during Canada's Olympic quarterfinal win over Czechia on Feb. 18. The injury kept him out of Canada's gold medal game loss to the U.S.
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New York PostChristophe Leribault, director of Versailles Palace, was appointed to lead the Louvre Museum after Laurence des Cars resigned Tuesday. The leadership change follows an October heist of $100M+ in crown jewels, staff strikes, water damage, aging infrastructure, and a suspected decade-long $12M ticket fraud scheme.
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New York PostThe family of Nancy Guthrie, 84-year-old mother of Today show co-host Savannah Guthrie, announced a $1 million reward for information leading to her recovery, 24 days after her suspected abduction from her Tucson home. A neighbor reported seeing a suspicious man in the area two weeks before the disappearance. The FBI has received hundreds of tips but no arrests have been made.
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BBC NewsThe Rock & Roll Hall of Fame released its 2026 nominee list on Wednesday, featuring 17 artists across multiple genres including rock, pop, rap, R&B, and Latin music. Ten artists appear on the ballot for the first time, including Phil Collins (as a solo artist), Lauryn Hill, Shakira, Wu-Tang Clan, and Luther Vandross. Final inductees will be announced in April.
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Daily MailAustralian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from his Canberra residence for several hours Tuesday evening after emails threatening explosives at The Lodge were sent to organizers of Shen Yun, a classical Chinese dance troupe. Police found nothing suspicious. The New York-based group is associated with Falun Gong, a spiritual movement banned in China.
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Raw StoryPresident Trump invited Erika Kirk, widow of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, to the State of the Union address where he praised her late husband and condemned political violence. The appearance coincided with intense backlash against podcaster Candace Owens, who released a trailer for an investigative series questioning Erika Kirk's behavior after her husband's September assassination.
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BBC NewsBritish luxury carmaker Aston Martin will cut approximately 600 jobs (20% of its workforce) after reporting a £493 million loss in 2025. The company cited US tariffs, weak Chinese demand, and falling sales as reasons for the cuts, which are expected to save £40 million annually.
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New York PostLakers lost 110-109 to Orlando after Luka Dončić passed up an open shot on the final possession and LeBron James missed a contested 3-pointer at the buzzer. Wendell Carter Jr.'s putback gave Orlando the lead with 6.7 seconds left. Paolo Banchero scored 36 for Orlando.
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