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Vrabel, Macdonald Get Defensive Coaches Off Super Bowl Schneid That Dates to Bill Belichick
Belichick was the last defense-focused head coach to appear in a Super Bowl.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
Democrat Christian Menefee wins House special election runoff in Texas
Democrat Christian Menefee has won a special election runoff to succeed the late Texas Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died nearly a year ago.
Roll Call
5 min read
Right-wing influencers are targeting Somali child care centers, leaving some fearing for safety
A video alleging fraud in Somali-run child care centers in Minneapolis has drawn attention throughout the United States
The Independent UK
8 min read
Dramatic dashcam video shows masked DHS agents arresting citizen driver at gunpoint
Woman claims she was merely observing federal agents’ activity while ICE accuses her of obstruction
The Independent UK
5 min read
Darryn Peterson Is Clear No. 1 NBA Draft Pick After Outshining AJ Dybantsa
The Kansas guard’s ability to score from all three levels without forcing the game exposed a clear gap in feel, polish and self-sufficiency at the top of the draft.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
Talarico began 2026 with bigger war chest than Crockett in Democratic Senate primary awash in cash
Crockett raised about $2 million between her Dec. 8 campaign launch and year’s end, about one-third of Talarico’s haul over the first three weeks of his Senate bid.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
In Minneapolis, all-encompassing immigration story tests a newsroom in midst of digital transition
With the eyes of a nation upon it, the Minnesota immigration enforcement effort has tested a local newsroom in the midst of a digital transformation — and it hasn't left the local journalists overmatched
The Independent UK
8 min read
Woman orders $100 sweatpants from Aritzia. The stains are so bad she’s now demanding answers: ‘For that price point? Absolutely not’
A woman drops $100 for a brown pair of Aritzia Sweatfleece cargo sweatpants and wears them once. She’s disappointed with the state of the fabric before she even puts them in the wash for the first time.
The Mary Sue
3 min read
Texas’ long love affair with wrestling could be getting serious
The sport’s been in Texas for nearly a century, but has yet to achieve the recognition other industries have. Its recent successes in the state could change all that.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
China is leading the charge to nuclear Armageddon – and Starmer barely noticed
The Doomsday Clock is ticking ever more loudly as arms control mechanisms fail and leaders become more reckless. The time to be alarmed is now, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Walk this way: new Australian hikes to try in 2026
From accessible urban strolls to multi-day treks through world heritage-listed sites, walkers are spoiled for choice
The Guardian - AU
7 min read
How to propagate string of hearts for free trailing houseplants – the 2 best methods that any beginner can master
Any beginner can master these techniques
Ideal Home
5 min read
New to the gym? A trainer says all you need is this four-move resistance machine workout to build full-body strength and confidence
“If you’re new to using weights, a gym environment is the perfect place to start” says master trainer Jenni Tardiff
Fit & Well
5 min read
Is Fish Oil Really Worth Taking? Find Out
Nowadays you will see a lot of supplements using fish oil as their main key ingredient. They are rich in omega 3 and have fatty acids. They are mainly in demand because they cure all heart health disease, joint pain. But how much of this is backed by science, and…
Times Life
2 min read
Wowed by the agility dogs at the Westminster show? A winning handler explains how it's done
They have to run a convoluted a convoluted obstacle course in front of a convention-hall crowd
The Independent UK
5 min read
Where to Place a Bonsai Tree to Bring Balance and Abundance to Your Home, According to Feng Shui Experts
Plus, the one area of the home to always avoid
Homes & Gardens
7 min read
You don't need a bird feeder — this hardy plant with bountiful berries will keep birds flocking to your yard
Dogwoods are year-round plants with berries that will rival any feeder when it comes to encouraging birds into your yard.
Tom’s Guide
7 min read
Watch awkward Chinese humanoid robot lay it all down on the dance floor
The model demonstrated remarkable precision, stability and speed across a highly complex dance routine.
LiveScience
4 min read
Girls are happier than boys at school, new research shows. This is why
Having more friends at school can make a major difference to a young student’s wellbeing
The Independent UK
4 min read
Beauty and Longevity: An Exciting New Frontier
The future is about taking a proactive approach to preserve skin health, rather than reacting to the visible signs of ageing.
Marie Claire
10 min read
Democrat Christian Menefee wins House special election runoff in Texas
Democrat Christian Menefee has won a special election runoff to succeed the late Texas Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died nearly a year ago.
Roll Call
5 min read
Dramatic dashcam video shows masked DHS agents arresting citizen driver at gunpoint
Woman claims she was merely observing federal agents’ activity while ICE accuses her of obstruction
The Independent UK
5 min read
Talarico began 2026 with bigger war chest than Crockett in Democratic Senate primary awash in cash
Crockett raised about $2 million between her Dec. 8 campaign launch and year’s end, about one-third of Talarico’s haul over the first three weeks of his Senate bid.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
Trump news at a glance: president orders homeland security to avoid protests in Democratic-led cities
Kristi Noem’s department told to ‘under no circumstances’ get involved with protests in cities led by Democrats unless they ask for help – key US politics stories from 31 January at a glance
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Chicago mayor orders police to investigate alleged illegal ICE activity in city
Brandon Johnson gives police ‘clear procedure’ to follow if they witness or get reports of agents involved in illegal activity
The Guardian - US
4 min read
US ambassador arrives in Venezuela to reopen diplomatic mission after 7 years
U.S. Ambassador Laura Dogu has arrived in Caracas to reopen the American diplomatic mission in Venezuela after seven years of severed ties
The Independent UK
2 min read
Judge orders release of five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father from ICE detention
Same judge previously ordered pair not removed from US, after preschooler detained with father on 20 January
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Judge quotes Bible and Thomas Jefferson as he orders release of 5-year-old and father detained by ICE
Judge Fred Biery lambasts Trump’s ‘ill-conceived and incompetently-implemented’ mass deportation campaign
The Independent UK
7 min read
Judge denies Minnesota’s request to end ICE surge in Minneapolis
Federal immigration operation has resulted in government agents killing two people, sparking weeks of protests
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Watch: CNN reporter hit by pepper spray while reporting live during anti-ICE protest in Los Angeles
A CNN correspondent was caught in the middle of chaotic anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles after federal agents deployed pepper balls to disperse demonstrators, causing the journalist to cough and choke live on air.
The Times of India
3 min read
Why So Many Older Americans Feel Financially Blindsided Each Winter
For many retirees, summer is a time of low bills and easy living. Then, the calendar turns to January, and the financial world seems to...
Saving Advice
5 min read
Americans Are Warming Up To Robotaxis, But Only When They Show Up In Their Cities
Robotaxi companies plan to aggressively scale their operations. Here’s how Americans feel about that.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Why so many businesses are still on the wrong side of the AI divide
There's a big mismatch between what organization's priorities are and what they should be and how they are handling their operations.
TechRadar
7 min read
Is Your Southern State Quietly Draining Your Wealth? 5 More Affordable States for Southerners To Grow Wealth
If you're located in a spot that's pricey, it can be a slow drain of your wealth as you pay more for the essentials and whatever else you buy on top of those.
GOBankingRates
4 min read
Consumers Truly Have No Clue Who Makes Good EVs: Report
Am I reading this chart upside down? Or are you? Because American EV brand perception data does not remotely match reality.
InsideEVs
5 min read
South Carolina Gave $1.3 Billion to Scout Motors. It's Already $150 Million Over Budget.
The company is backed by Volkswagen but still received considerable funding from state taxpayers.
Reason
4 min read
A resignation and call to conscience at company owned by Maga billionaires
Uline employee says she can no longer work for people who helped ‘America descend into fascism’
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Key Inflation Metric Hits 3 Percent, Despite Trump's Claim That Rising Prices Are 'Solved'
The new producer price index report complicates the administration's push for lower interest rates.
Reason
3 min read
'We’ll save the world from cancer’: Inside Pfizer CEO’s $23 billion post‑COVID bet on oncology
"The winners in life are differentiated from the losers in life because the winners never fall," Albert Bourla says. "The winners always stand up again."
Fortune
6 min read
Apple warns the RAM crisis will have 'more of an impact' — what it means for iPhone and MacBook prices
Apple CEO Tim Cook expects 'a bit more of an impact' in the ongoing RAM crisis, and it could affect your next iPhone and MacBook upgrade.
Tom’s Guide
4 min read
China is leading the charge to nuclear Armageddon – and Starmer barely noticed
The Doomsday Clock is ticking ever more loudly as arms control mechanisms fail and leaders become more reckless. The time to be alarmed is now, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Why the Same Prescription Jumps From $40 to $400 Without Warning — The Insurance Reset Behind It
It is the most common and frustrating scene in American healthcare: You walk up to the pharmacy counter to pick up the same medication you...
Saving Advice
5 min read
When agentic AI systems fall into the wrong hands
Agentic AI is transforming daily life, but its autonomy raises urgent privacy, security and ethical risks.
TechRadar
5 min read
Government's Theory for Prosecuting Don Lemon as to Disruption of Minneapolis Church Service
The indictment in U.S. v. Levy-Armstrong has been unsealed; I excerpted the key allegations as to the disruption itself in… The post Government's Theory for Prosecuting Don Lemon as to Disruption of Minneapolis Church Service appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
9 min read
6 Household Charges That Drain Savings Faster Than Expected
When we plan for retirement, we budget for the mortgage, taxes, and groceries. We rarely budget for the slow, silent degradation of the home itself....
Saving Advice
5 min read
Filed for Social Security Too Soon? 2 Ways to Get a Do-Over
If you've claimed Social Security too soon, two SSA rules allow a do-over. But be warned: Using them clumsily can lead to surprise repayments or lost benefits.
Kiplinger
7 min read
The Latest: Huge cache of Epstein documents includes his emails with wealthy and powerful
A huge new tranche of files on millionaire financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein released Friday revealed details of his communications with the wealthy and powerful, some not long before his death by suicide in 2019
The Independent UK
10 min read
Why More Cities Are Expanding Senior Utility Protections This Winter
The threat of a cold house is a terrifying prospect for any retiree. In 2026, city governments are finally recognizing that utility access is a...
Saving Advice
4 min read
Immigration enforcement fears are reaching children — here's what parents can do
Childhood trauma can create lasting health challenges that extend into adulthood, experts tell Axios.
Axios
4 min read
Scoop: Epstein files include "hung like a horse" message to Clinton email
"Sorry to hear that the Belzburg stuff is bad … I could not help myself," Maxwell wrote.
Axios
4 min read
Woman orders $100 sweatpants from Aritzia. The stains are so bad she’s now demanding answers: ‘For that price point? Absolutely not’
A woman drops $100 for a brown pair of Aritzia Sweatfleece cargo sweatpants and wears them once. She’s disappointed with the state of the fabric before she even puts them in the wash for the first time.
The Mary Sue
3 min read
Foo Fighters cover unreleased Mariah Carey grunge songs at LA tribute event
The Dave Grohl-led band were joined by singer Taylor Momsen at MusiCares 2026
The Independent UK
3 min read
Four early medieval swords found in Kent – child graves reveal they were more than just weapons
Four early Anglo-Saxon swords uncovered during a recent archaeological excavation I took part in each tell a story about how weapons were viewed at the time. There was also a striking discovery of a child buried with spear and shield. Was the child an underage fighter? Or were weapons more…
The Conversation
6 min read
A reading journal won’t make you smarter, but it will make you more mindful
Papier’s reading journal is the low-tech way I made reading feel calmer and more intentional – and you don’t need to love reading to benefit from it
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Butt Me No Butts: Teacher's Firing for Reading "I Need a New Butt!" Children's Book to Class Overturned
A short excerpt from Tuesday's long decision by Mississippi Court of Appeals Judge Anthony Lawrence in Price v. Hinds County… The post Butt Me No Butts: Teacher's Firing for Reading "I Need a New Butt!" Children's Book to Class Overturned appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
5 min read
The rise of ‘beef days’: why even meat lovers are cutting back
Inspired by YouTube creators, some people are limiting beef to a handful of ‘feast days’ a year to cut their climate impact
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
We have lost so much of ourselves to smartphones: can we get it back?
My use of mobile phones has been compulsive – has it been for better or for worse?
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
William Shatner's Big Super Bowl Ad For Raisin Bran Is A Poop Joke I Should've Seen Coming
This is pretty funny.
Cinemablend
3 min read
Kendall Jenner's Awesome Birthday Story Included Getting Crooned To By Justin Bieber, But I'd Never Realized The Influence She's Had On His Music
I'm loving this friendship.
Cinemablend
3 min read
5 Years Later, DC Is Finally Rebooting An Underrated Space Alien Hero
Is J'onn back? Let's unpack how and why James Gunn is clearly bringing back Martian Manhunter for the DCU.
Inverse
4 min read
China’s ‘singing desert’ shocks visitors as sand dunes begin to hum and boom
Deserts are usually described as silent places, which is why the sound catches people off guard. In parts of China, visitors have reported dunes that hum, boom, or whistle when wind passes over them or when someone slides down their slopes. Over the past decade, these “singing dunes” have drawn…
The Times of India
3 min read
Australia’s grid now relies on renewable energy as much as coal. Those who doubted it look foolish
Solar met the majority of electricity demand between 9am and 6pm in the past week as much of the country cranked air conditioners
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Salting your driveway? Here's when you should actually be doing it for maximum melt
The best time to salt your driveway is not when you think — and it’s a common mistake.
Tom’s Guide
3 min read
After a brutal winter, will spring be warm? The Old Farmer's Almanac has the answer
Warm spring on the horizon? The Old Farmer’s Almanac says yes, despite heavy winter snow. What does it mean for gardeners?
Tom’s Guide
6 min read
It's freezing cold and you've lost power. Here's what emergency doctors want you to do
Power outages and prolonged exposure to frigid temperatures carry a risk of hypothermia that cannot be ignored
The Independent UK
6 min read
'Forever chemicals' could cost Europe €1.7 trillion by 2050
PFAS pollution in Europe could cost society up to €1.7 trillion by 2050, as the European Union weighs how to deal with so-called “forever chemicals” that persist in the environment and the human body.
Radio France Internationale
4 min read
Florida braces for frost and possible snow flurries as winter storms hit other parts of the US
Florida won’t be getting hit with massive blankets of snow and ice like the rest of the U.S., but even frosty windshields and a few flurries can feel like Antarctica to people with permanent sandal tans
The Independent UK
6 min read
Country’s Largest Air Pollution Permit Issued to Power Plant for Data Centers in West Texas, Developer Says
It’s among a handful of similarly colossal ventures announced during 2025, making Texas the global epicenter of a gas power buildout.
Texas Observer
7 min read
As Enphase Energy Cuts 5% of Its Staff, Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold the Solar Stock?
Amid rising power demand and political crosswinds, is Enphase’s workforce cut signaling disciplined cost control? Or is deeper trouble brewing beneath the surface?
Barchart
9 min read
EPA’s new way of evaluating pollution rules hands deregulators a sledgehammer and license to ignore public health
When I worked for the Environmental Protection Agency in the 2010s as an Obama administration appointee, I helped write and review dozens of regulations under the Clean Air Act. They included some groundbreaking rules, such as setting national air quality standards for ozone and fine particulate matter.
The Conversation
8 min read
Houston Democrat Christian Menefee wins special election to complete Sylvester Turner’s term in Congress
The former Harris County attorney defeated Amanda Edwards in Texas’ 18th Congressional District. The two will face off again in the March 3 primary for a redrawn version of the district.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Talarico began 2026 with bigger war chest than Crockett in Democratic Senate primary awash in cash
Crockett raised about $2 million between her Dec. 8 campaign launch and year’s end, about one-third of Talarico’s haul over the first three weeks of his Senate bid.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
Texas’ long love affair with wrestling could be getting serious
The sport’s been in Texas for nearly a century, but has yet to achieve the recognition other industries have. Its recent successes in the state could change all that.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
Cornyn continues to lead Texas Senate GOP field in fundraising, cash reserves as primary hits homestretch
Despite dominating the airwaves, Texas’ senior senator has been neck and neck with Attorney General Ken Paxton in public polling, both falling well short of the support needed to avoid a runoff.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Democrat Taylor Rehmet wins solidly red Texas Senate seat in stunning special election upset
With ballots tallied from all but a handful of voting centers, Rehmet had 57% of the vote, besting the 43% for his GOP opponent, Leigh Wambsganss, who had a massive spending advantage.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
Texas lawmakers: Cannabis is here to stay. And we will regulate the market in 2027.
Lawmakers and industry leaders gathered in Austin this week to discuss the future of the market. “We almost have to take it on,” a Republican state House member said.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his dad released from detention in Texas
Images of Liam Conejo Ramos, with a bunny hat and Spiderman backpack being surrounded by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officers, sparked even more outcry about President Donald Trump's administration's immigration crackdown.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Texas has stopped state agencies and universities from filing new H-1B visa applications. Here’s what that means.
Immigration experts weigh in on who is affected by Gov. Greg Abbott’s order, what the impact will be on employers and how certain sectors might be affected.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
Hundreds of Texas public school students walk out to protest ICE killings
Some students walked out of schools Friday afternoon to join demonstrations throughout the country condemning the actions of immigration enforcement officials.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
Texas A&M eliminates women’s and gender studies degree program
University leaders also said six courses were canceled and 48 exceptions were granted under new rules on race and gender.
The Texas Tribune
6 min read
Melania Trump documentary opens to underwhelming reception: ‘It’s not a gripping film’
$75m Amazon-produced paean to the first lady saw empty seats and faint praise as it opened in New York City
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Epstein emails have 100s of references to Trump, likely to shake up US politics
The TOI correspondent from Washington: The email tranche in the newly disclosed govt files on Jeffrey Epstein, released by the US justice department on Friday, appear to have been drafted for his own records or potentially on behalf of third parties; they are not corroborated by independent evidence.
The Times of India
6 min read
Judge orders release of five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father from ICE detention
Same judge previously ordered pair not removed from US, after preschooler detained with father on 20 January
The Guardian - US
3 min read
LA Olympics chief says he ‘deeply regrets’ emails with Ghislaine Maxwell
Latest Epstein file release shows 2003 emails between Casey Wasserman and the convicted sex trafficker
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Right-wing influencers are targeting Somali child care centers, leaving some fearing for safety
A video alleging fraud in Somali-run child care centers in Minneapolis has drawn attention throughout the United States
The Independent UK
8 min read
Epstein dump puts US elites on edge as sordid saga makes wild claims about Gates, Trump
TOI correspondent from Washington: In a long-anticipated disclosure that has reignited scrutiny of the late paedophile-financier Jeffrey Epstein and his influential circles, the US Justice Department on Friday released more than three million pages of documents, some containing lurid and unsubstantiated references to political and business elites, including President Trump…
The Times of India
8 min read
Scoop: Saudi defense minister says Trump not bombing Iran would embolden regime
"At this point, if this doesn't happen, it will only embolden the regime."
Axios
4 min read
Dubai’s freelance visa trend: Step-by-step process from permit to residency, how it works, what it costs and who can apply
Dubai's freelance visa remains active, attracting global talent with legal self-employment and family sponsorship. Professionals need a freelance permit from a free zone, proof of qualifications and meet age/documentation requirements. Costs range from AED 12,000-20,000 annually. This initiative supports a flexible labour market, fostering innovation and growth in the emirate.
The Times of India
7 min read
Despite memes and mockery, Melania Trump documentary broke this remarkable box office record
The performance stands in sharp contrast to the film’s digital reception. On social media, Melania has been widely derided as a glossy vanity project, with critics dismissing it as stage-managed and self-promotional. Viral jokes and conspiracy-tinged commentary framed the film as emblematic of Trump-era excess. Yet the theatre turnout tells…
The Times of India
4 min read
Shooting at Mardi Gras parade in Louisiana wounds five people, including child
Louisiana governor says the shooting in Clinton is ‘absolutely horrific and unacceptable’
The Guardian - US
2 min read
One Way to Think About the Don Lemon Prosecution
It's a pretty obvious way to think about it, but I thought it might be the sort of obvious that… The post One Way to Think About the Don Lemon Prosecution appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
4 min read
Government's Theory for Prosecuting Don Lemon as to Disruption of Minneapolis Church Service
The indictment in U.S. v. Levy-Armstrong has been unsealed; I excerpted the key allegations as to the disruption itself in… The post Government's Theory for Prosecuting Don Lemon as to Disruption of Minneapolis Church Service appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
9 min read
Indictment Over Disruption of Minneapolis Church Service Unsealed
The indictment (in U.S. v. Levy-Armstrong) is here. The allegations are that defendants violated 18 U.S.C. § 241 which in… The post Indictment Over Disruption of Minneapolis Church Service Unsealed appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
10 min read
Federal District Court Judge Rejects Minnesota's Anti-Commandeering Arguments Against DHS "Operation Metro Surge" (and with Good Reason)
There may be lots of things wrong with the way the Trump Administration is handling immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, but commandeering is not among them.
Reason
5 min read
Don Lemon released following arrest and Minnesota church protest
Lemon was targeted by conservative influencers and politicians after covering the protest.
Axios
5 min read
Hawaii Deceptive Election-Related Deepfake Disclaimer Requirement Struck Down,
in a lawsuit brought by the Babylon Bee.
Reason
10 min read
Senate passes shutdown fix, extends DHS talks
The package funds non-DHS programs through Sept. 30 and continues DHS funding at its current level for two weeks.
Axios
3 min read
Scoop: Epstein files include "hung like a horse" message to Clinton email
"Sorry to hear that the Belzburg stuff is bad … I could not help myself," Maxwell wrote.
Axios
4 min read
ICE's Presence at the 2026 Winter Olympics Is Sparking International Backlash
Even in a limited security role, ICE has triggered backlash abroad, reflecting the agency’s unpopularity at home and overseas.
Reason
4 min read
Immigration enforcement fears are reaching children — here's what parents can do
Childhood trauma can create lasting health challenges that extend into adulthood, experts tell Axios.
Axios
4 min read
Jeffrey Epstein files: don’t be fooled. Millions of files are still unreleased
Federal prosecutors had identified 6 million files that were ‘potentially responsive’ to the law, but only released 3.5. Why?
The Guardian - US
7 min read
How the right won the internet
In the second part of our series on digital politics, we look at how online provocateurs have advanced extreme political ideas – and watched them seep into the mainstream, says digital media academic Robert Topinka
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
China is leading the charge to nuclear Armageddon – and Starmer barely noticed
The Doomsday Clock is ticking ever more loudly as arms control mechanisms fail and leaders become more reckless. The time to be alarmed is now, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
This one weird trick could stop US women from voting
The Save Act – which would do the opposite of its title – could have a huge impact on the midterm elections
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Trump is pressuring Minnesota to make a deal with the devil. They should stand firm
Minnesota should not cave to Trump’s demands. The rights of 49 other states and their citizens are hanging in the balance
The Guardian - US
6 min read
One man’s struggle lights up a wider scandal
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: We urge ministers to read Haroon Ahmed’s story and to summon the courage to end the injustice of indefinite sentences for 2,400 other prisoners
The Independent UK
4 min read
What could bring down extortionate ticket prices? Perhaps stars like Harry Styles taking a stand
The knock-on effect on the rest of the industry is immense. There are many factors at play, but the ones with the power here are the big artists, says music journalist and author Simon Price
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
The arrest of Don Lemon is blatant censorship. And he is not the only one
Thursday’s arrests of Lemon and independent journalist Georgia Fort demonstrate the administration’s lawless crusade against routine journalism
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Voices: Starmer has his fragile China success – now he must handle it with care
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The prime minister will return from his much-hyped trip with modest gains that may look more impressive in time, but faces a tricky path ahead on which to hold on to them
The Independent UK
5 min read
‘Full enjoy bhai’: Free birds or civic nuisance? Why Indian tourists are hated worldwide
One of the strangest images to emerge in the age of social media is that of young men from NCR and Haryana dancing half-naked on snow-covered mountains. It makes you wonder what kind of rush comes from dancing without a shirt when the temperature, like their IQ, is below zero. 
Newslaundry
8 min read
Bill Gates Accused Of Hiding STD And Secretly “Slipping” Antibiotics To Wife, According To Epstein Files
New Epstein files alleged Bill Gates caught an STD from Russian girl and slipped antibiotics to his then-wife Melinda.
Bored Panda
7 min read
The Most Audacious Time-Travel Movie You've Never Heard Of Just Got A Huge Upgrade
One of the best time-travel movies ever made doesn't need to bother with wild indulgences like "special effects."
Inverse
5 min read
5 Years Later, DC Is Finally Rebooting An Underrated Space Alien Hero
Is J'onn back? Let's unpack how and why James Gunn is clearly bringing back Martian Manhunter for the DCU.
Inverse
4 min read
An Acclaimed Director Is Making AI History — And That’s Concerning
The director behind 'Black Swan' and 'Mother!' scrapes the bottom of the barrel with this awful-looking, inaccurate, series of slop.
Inverse
5 min read
Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar to go head to head for best album at Grammy Awards
Rap star Lamar is up for nine awards, the most of any artist at this year’s ceremony.
Evening Standard
4 min read
'Fallout' Season 1 Is Now Streaming For Free — With A Catch
Ahead of the Season 2 finale, Amazon Prime Video is making it easy for new fans to get started.
Inverse
2 min read
The Muppet Show: this thrilling return is so great I can’t even count how many times I laughed
Sabrina Carpenter fangirling Miss Piggy, Beaker losing his eyes … yes, Kermit and co are back for a trip down memory lane – and it’s a perfect, saucy joy
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
“Is Your Head Just For Decoration?”: 43 Times People Didn’t Hold Off On Dating Apps
People say that dating is hell nowadays. But after you look at these hilarious interactions on Hinge, you might change your opinion. There's no shortage of funny people on dating apps, and Bored Padna has collected the most interesting screenshots of unhinged and sweet chats to show you that not…
Bored Panda
2 min read
45 Years Ago, A Sci-Fi Classic Got A Belatedly Brilliant Sequel
After languishing in development hell for decades, the follow-up to 'The Incredible Shrinking Man' proved worth the wait.
Inverse
6 min read
6 Years Later, Star Trek Just Dropped A Massive Twist
'Starfleet Academy' showrunner Noga Landau and star Karim Diane unpack a burning Klingon question.
Inverse
5 min read
Jonathan Pryce: ‘When I look in the mirror, I don’t see an old person’
INTERVIEW : The Welsh acting great talks to Patrick Smith about ‘Game of Thrones’, seeing his father’s ghost, the vanity of youth, and his new crime drama ‘Under Salt Marsh’, shot near his boyhood haunts
The Independent UK
14 min read
80 Hilarious Uber Driver Messages People Were Not Prepared For
Usually, Uber rides are pretty simple: request a car, say hello, sit in peaceful silence, arrive at your destination. Boom—done. Every now and then, though, you might even get a bit of charming small talk, like the classic “traffic’s bad today, huh?” But for these folks, the communication went hilariously…
Bored Panda
9 min read
‘It’s ridiculous’: publicans bemused by rise of single-file queues to get served
Bar owners say they struggle to dissuade people from forming a line as behavioural experts point to post-pandemic ‘new norms’
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
72 Travel Memes That Will Make You Laugh While Planning A Trip You Can’t Afford
Travel is a wonderful way to get to know the world and to grow as an individual. There’s nothing quite like putting yourself in new and surprising situations to broaden your mind. But some experiences are so universal that they unite travelers from all corners of the world. True to…
Bored Panda
7 min read
‘The best movement is the next movement’: how to really look after your lower back
An estimated 80% of the population will suffer from lower back pain at some point. The good news is that preventing it is a lot easier than treating it
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
The moment I knew: as we sat on the veranda playing Scrabble, it hit me – I was in love
When Dion Padan met Ben Graetz and his drag queen persona, there was an undeniable energy. A weekend away deepened their connection
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
Entrepreneur Brandon Dawson's daily routine: tips for staying healthy on-the-go
The 10X Health founder primes himself with coffee and electrolytes, resets with fasting and gives meals the personal touch
Evening Standard
4 min read
‘I’m loving this era I’ve been thrust into’: Denise Welch on depression, daytime TV and her dramatic renaissance
She’s gone from ‘queen of the soaps’ to Loose Woman known for her outspoken opinions and rockstar son Matty Healy. Now sober, she is enjoying another reinvention
The Guardian - UK
22 min read
PMDD is ruining my life. What can I do?
You’re already doing all the right things for your premenstrual dysphoric disorder, but perhaps it’s time to ask others for more help
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Guinness Open Gate Brewery, London WC2: ‘Absolute “will-this-do?” nonsense’ – restaurant review
A multi-multi-million-pound paean to ‘the black stuff’ turns out to be rather underwhelming
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
How Family Law Attorneys Support Clients Through Emotional and Psychological Strain
Below are key ways family law attorneys support clients through the emotional and psychological strain of legal proceedings.
Medical Daily
3 min read
I took creatine every day for a month—here’s how it helped me at work and during my workouts
It was like it extended the battery life of my muscles and my brain
Fit & Well
8 min read
I’m a running coach and here’s how I change my workouts in the winter
And no, it’s not running on a treadmill
Fit & Well
4 min read
New to the gym? A trainer says all you need is this four-move resistance machine workout to build full-body strength and confidence
“If you’re new to using weights, a gym environment is the perfect place to start” says master trainer Jenni Tardiff
Fit & Well
5 min read
White births now make up less than half of all US newborns
The total number of U.S. births plunged by 8.4 percent
The Independent UK
3 min read
Postcode lottery in ADHD diagnoses means middle classes drive a surge in prescriptions
Experts have warned that wealthier people are able to get help while there is a ‘big funding discrepancy’ in various parts of the country
The Independent UK
4 min read
Mental health hospital paid millions by NHS facing police probe after patient death
Police are investigating the death of an elderly man, while eight care workers have been arrested on suspicion of wilful neglect and ill treatment of another patient at the 400-bed St Andrew’s Hospital in Northampton
The Independent UK
7 min read
I tried doing banded pull-aparts every day to improve my posture—here are my results
My upper-body strength and mobility definitely improved
Fit & Well
4 min read
A personal trainer says these are the five exercises you should start with if you’re new to working out
And they’re easy to do from home
Fit & Well
5 min read
A Pilates instructor says this one side-lying move can dramatically improve hip strength and control
Release tightness and build strength in your hips with this one Pilates move
Fit & Well
2 min read
College Basketball Takeaways: Darryn Peterson Shines, Arizona Remains Unbeaten
From Peterson's standout performance to the Wildcats—and RedHawks—remaining unbeaten, here's everything you missed from a busy college basketball Saturday.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
Cavs Trade De'Andre Hunter in Three-Team Deal With Kings, Bulls
The deal was completed late Saturday night.
Sports Illustrated
2 min read
Report: Government Regulators Approve ESPN Acquisition of NFL Media
ESPN and NFL Media closed the billion-dollar acquisition on Saturday night, according to a report from Andrew Marchand of The Athletic.
Sports Illustrated
2 min read
We Chatted With Triumph's Longtime Chief Engineer About Bonnevilles Past, Present, and Future
Triumph Motorcycles' chief engineer Stuart Wood has been there for longer than some readers have been alive, and he recently chatted with us.
RideApart
3 min read
Red Bull Supercars drivers take on five-lap F1 challenge in title-winning RB7
Red Bull Supercars drivers Broc Feeney and Will Brown sampled the Red Bull RB7 at The Bend Motorsport Park in a five lap challenge
Motorsport
2 min read
Tottenham vs. Man City: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
Two Premier League big-hitters clash in Sunday’s late kick-off.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Gresini unveils 2026 livery as Alex Marquez secures factory-spec Ducati
Familiar colours for Gresini as the team prepares to tackle the 2026 season
Autosport
3 min read
Man Utd vs. Fulham: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
Wins over Manchester City and Arsenal have raised spirits in the North West.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Luis Arraez Signs With Giants After Team Promised to Play Him at Second Base
Arraez turned down multi-year offers elsewhere for an opportunity to play his preferred position in San Francisco.
Sports Illustrated
2 min read
Alex Marquez targeting factory MotoGP seat at Yamaha and KTM
Last year's runner-up and three-time grand prix winner is negotiating a future away from Gresini and outside Ducati's orbit, with Yamaha and KTM as his targets
Autosport
4 min read
Americans Are Warming Up To Robotaxis, But Only When They Show Up In Their Cities
Robotaxi companies plan to aggressively scale their operations. Here’s how Americans feel about that.
InsideEVs
4 min read
"We're in the singularity": New AI platform skips the humans entirely
It's not science fiction. It's happening right now — and it's freaking out some of the smartest names in artificial intelligence.
Axios
3 min read
Slate 'Aspires' To Launch More Vehicles After Its Two-Door Pickup Truck, CEO Says
Slate's bare-bones pickup hits streets in 2026. Its CEO tells InsideEVs that more vehicles may be on the way.
InsideEVs
5 min read
Scout Didn't Expect This: Nearly All Of Its 'Electric' Truck Buyers Want A Gas Engine
Scout Motors now has over 150,000 reservations. Nearly all want the range-extending gas engine, Scout CEO Scott Keogh said.
InsideEVs
5 min read
Volvo's CEO Thinks The U.S. Market Is 'Perfect' For EVs. He Has A Point
One key reason why it’s going to be a lot easier to electrify the U.S. compared to Europe: Most Americans live in single-family homes.
InsideEVs
5 min read
The Tesla Model S Is Dead. Here's Why It Mattered
On this week's Plugged-In Podcast: We eulogize Tesla's O.G. electric sedan. Plus, more on Slate Auto and Scout Motors' latest plans.
InsideEVs
3 min read
Used EVs Are The Cheapest Cars To Own: Study
Researchers say that used electric vehicles now have the lowest total cost of ownership, far outperforming both new and used gas cars.
InsideEVs
7 min read
Weekly Windows Wrap: Microsoft finally reads the room — right as it loses $440 billion
Change is often gradual, and good choices need to be rewarded. As Microsoft begins to walk back its AI overload, we look at why these small steps matter.
Windows Central
4 min read
This obviously Paper Mario-inspired RPG is finally out "after 5 long years," and it's already getting great reviews on Steam and console
Escape from Ever After recreates the best parts of Nintendo's subseries
GamesRadar
2 min read
3 new to Game Pass games to play this weekend (Jan 30-Feb 1)
These are the Game Pass games for PC and Xbox you should download this weekend
GamesRadar
5 min read
Artemis 2 Has A Fast-Approaching Launch Date And New Streaming Show, ‘Moonbound’
When does Artemis 2 launch? Who is in the crew? What is the mission? How can you binge a documentary series about the mission? We've got all your answers right here.
Inverse
6 min read
Chinese space tourism startup eyes 2028 for 1st crewed mission, signs celebrity for future flight
InterstellOr is already taking bookings for its planned suborbital flights and says it has attracted its first celebrity passenger, highlighting China's growing commercial space ambitions.
Space
3 min read
This Week In Space podcast: Episode 195 — Remembering Apollo 1, Challenger, and Columbia
On Episode 195 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with Gerry Griffin, former Apollo Flight Director and Director of the Johnson Space Center, about NASA's spaceflight tragedies.
Space
3 min read
From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space
Coming from one of the world's largest astrophysical research institutes, I can tell you, the anticipation across the global space science community is electric.
Space
9 min read
From 'Asteroids' to 'Star Citizen': A brief history of space dogfighting games
How space dogfighting games evolved from vector lines to virtual cockpits.
Space
11 min read
Mass grave in Jordan sheds new light on world’s earliest recorded pandemic
Researchers tell ‘human story’ about crisis during plague of Justinian, which killed millions in Byzantine empire
The Guardian - US
4 min read
What actually happens to a spacecraft during its fiery last moments? Here's why ESA wants to find out
What actually happens to a spacecraft during its fiery last moments? That's the key question for the European Space Agency's Draco mission, planned for 2027.
Space
6 min read
NASA's Artemis 2 mission to the moon puts Crew-12 SpaceX launch in delicate dance
SpaceX launch date of Crew-12 astronauts to the International Space Station will depend on the outcome of the Artemis 2 wet dress rehearsal and launch attempts.
Space
7 min read
Blue Origin pausing space tourism flights for at least 2 years to focus on moon plans
Blue Origin will ground its New Shepard suborbital vehicle for at least two years, in order to devote more resources to the company's crewed moon plans.
Space
2 min read
Russian 'inspector' satellite appears to break apart in orbit, raising debris concerns
Ground-based observations suggest the former geostationary inspector satellite suffered a fragmentation event months after retirement, raising new concerns about debris in high Earth orbit.
Space
3 min read
Country’s Largest Air Pollution Permit Issued to Power Plant for Data Centers in West Texas, Developer Says
It’s among a handful of similarly colossal ventures announced during 2025, making Texas the global epicenter of a gas power buildout.
Texas Observer
7 min read
Electric ​cars ​go ​mainstream as ​adoption ​surges ​across ​rich and ​developing ​nations
A wave of affordable Chinese-made EVs is accelerating the shift away from petrol cars, challenging long‑held assumptions about how transport decarbonisation unfolds
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
‘Humanity’s favourite food’: how to end the livestock industry but keep eating meat
Bruce Friedrich argues the only way to tackle the world’s insatiable but damaging craving for meat is like-for-like replacements like cultivated and plant-based meat
The Guardian - UK
12 min read
Country diary: Purple catkins light the way towards spring
Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex: Look out for the alders – they’re remarkable trees and one of our first to come to life as winter recedes
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Fire, floods and fur: keeping pets safe in a disaster
Pet owners are being urged to plan ahead for weather extremes to avoid putting themselves, their furry friends and emergency services in danger.
AAP
4 min read
How Trump’s EPA rollbacks could harm our air and water – and worsen global heating
Experts say administration has launched ‘war on all fronts’ to undo environmental rules – here are the key areas at risk
The Guardian - US
11 min read
Australia’s grid now relies on renewable energy as much as coal. Those who doubted it look foolish
Solar met the majority of electricity demand between 9am and 6pm in the past week as much of the country cranked air conditioners
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Day and night, there’s no relief: five ways this heatwave is one of Australia’s worst on record
Soaring temperatures, heat at altitude and hot summer nights combine to create one of south-eastern Australia’s ‘most significant’ heatwaves
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
Rare butterflies bounce back after landowners in Wales cut back on flailing hedges
More than 300 brown hairstreak butterfly eggs were recorded in hedgerows near Llandeilo this winter after decade of decline
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Country diary: Bit by bit, bird by bird, our wildlife is waking up
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire: No finches yet and only a single thrush, but tuning into January’s sounds has revealed that nature is beginning to stir
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Walk this way: new Australian hikes to try in 2026
From accessible urban strolls to multi-day treks through world heritage-listed sites, walkers are spoiled for choice
The Guardian - AU
7 min read
The ultimate city guide to Bath
Already binged Bridgerton? Here’s how to relive the Regency-era magic in Bath
Evening Standard
14 min read
The Floating City’s latest secret hotel
Nolinski Venice could be a strong contender for your next weekend getaway
Evening Standard
5 min read
‘We had Norway’s glacial lakes to ourselves’: readers’ favourite breaks in Scandinavia and Finland
Saunas, island hops, mountain hikes, great design and cosy cafes abound in our readers’ treasured memories of the Nordic countries
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Sledges, bears and a hotel with Wes Anderson vibes: Switzerland’s quirkiest family ski resort
Forget flashy St Moritz or Zermatt, the unsung village of Arosa has childlike charm, with animal sanctuaries, cool accommodation and kid-friendly tobogganing
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Is this the most opulent hotel in Florence?
Live like a Medici in a painstakingly restored Renaissance palazzo
Evening Standard
4 min read
Protecting one of Europe’s last wild rivers: a volunteering trip to the Vjosa in Albania
Now a ‘wild river national park’, the Vjosa needs more trees to be planted to preserve its fragile ecosystem. And visitors are being asked to help …
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Is Malaysia Southeast Asia’s next luxury capital?
A ride on board Belmond’s Eastern & Oriental Express suggests that it might be
Evening Standard
8 min read
The final flight to use Southwest’s famous ‘open seating’ policy lifts off on Monday night. The airline has special plans to mark the occasion
The flight will lift off from Honolulu on Monday night and fly overnight to Los Angeles aboard Southwest’s commemorative ‘Herbert D. Kelleher’ aircraft
The Independent UK
3 min read
Zoning in on Leith, Edinburgh – ‘It’s been a joy to watch the area reinvent itself’
The historic port district – and setting for Irvine Welsh’s Trainspotting – has evolved into a cultural and culinary hub. In the first of a new series, a local resident visits the venues powering the resurgence
The Guardian - UK
7 min read