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Associated Press

Largest Epstein Document Dump Yet

The Justice Department released more than three million pages, plus thousands of videos and images, tied to "Jeffrey Epstein", detailing his associates and reigniting scrutiny of the government’s handling of the case.

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The Hollywood Reporter

Catherine O'Hara Remembered

Famous actor and two-time Emmy winner Catherine O’Hara died at age 71, prompting tributes from Macaulay Culkin, Seth Rogen, Tim Burton and many others who remembered her as a rare light whose talent, kindness and humor shaped generations.

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NPR

Civil Rights Probe of Pretti Killing

The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis has prompted a civil rights investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, focusing on whether his killing during a Border Patrol arrest attempt violated federal law.

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CNN

Don Lemon Arrested at Protest

Journalist Don Lemon vowed to fight federal charges after his arrest tied to a St. Paul church protest, with prosecutors alleging he intimidated congregants, claims Lemon and press freedom advocates say criminalize protected journalism.

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The Hill

Brief Government Shutdown Is Here

The U.S. Senate passed a five-bill funding package with a two-week DHS stopgap, splitting off Homeland Security and sending it to the U.S. House of Representatives amid a brief shutdown.

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CNBC

Trump Wants Warsh for Fed Chair

President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve, setting up a high-stakes confirmation fight amid questions over inflation, rate cuts and central bank independence.

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SCOTUSblog

SCOTUS Sets April 1 for Birthright Case

The Supreme Court of the United States will hear arguments on April 1 in a challenge to Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, marking the justices’ first direct review of the policy, with a decision expected by early summer.

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The Times of Israel

Trump Gives Iran a Deadline

Donald Trump said he has given Iran a deadline to accept a new deal, as the U.S. moves major military assets into the Middle East and signals it is prepared to strike if negotiations fail, raising regional tensions and diplomatic urgency.

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NPR

Kalshi Under Siege

Kalshi faces 19 federal lawsuits testing whether prediction markets are legal futures or illegal gambling, a fight that could reach the Supreme Court of the United States and reshape oversight by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

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The Washington Post

Shermer's UFO Insights

Michael Shermer, publisher of Skeptic Magazine, argues decades of UFO reporting show most sightings are misidentified natural or man-made phenomena, concluding belief in aliens functions like a religion, replacing traditional faith for skeptics seeking meaning.

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The Independent

Ireland Tests Artist Ubi

A feature by Polly Dunbar explores how AI-driven job loss is accelerating calls for universal basic income, spotlighting real-world pilots paying monthly stipends to test whether guaranteed income can replace traditional work and support wellbeing.

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USA Today

A’Zion Quits Over Whitewashing

Odessa A'zion exited A24’s Deep Cuts days after her casting announcement, saying she agreed with critics who argued the role of Zoe Gutierrez should go to a Mexican actress and calling the casting decision a mistake.

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National Review

The Value of the Second Pretti Video

A second verified video shows Alex Pretti vandalizing a federal vehicle days before his death, a detail that doesn’t justify the shooting but challenges portrayals of him as entirely peaceful.

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Variety

Melania Doc Sparks Debate

Amazon MGM Studios barred most mainstream media from attending the premiere of a documentary about Melania Trump at the Kennedy Center, allowing entry largely to pro-Trump outlets while major news organizations were excluded.

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NBC News

Vonn Airlifted After Downhill Crash

Lindsey Vonn was airlifted from a World Cup downhill in Crans-Montana after crashing in poor visibility, limping with apparent left knee issues just one week before the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

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The Mirror

Green Day’s Plan “Highly Confidential”

Green Day is keeping its Super Bowl performance plans tightly confidential amid speculation the band could deliver politically charged lyrics, with insiders saying secrecy is deliberate to avoid leaks or backlash.

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BBC

Why Did China Execute 11 Mafia Members?

China swiftly executed 11 members of a Myanmar-based mafia family tied to brutal scam compounds targeting Chinese citizens, signaling zero tolerance for cross-border fraud, torture, and criminal networks operating near its borders.

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CBS News

Nevada’s Primary Bid Gains Support

Latino Victory is backing Nevada to become Democrats’ first 2028 primary state, arguing its diversity and battleground status would better test candidates and help the party rebuild after 2024 losses.

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NY1

Death Penalty Blocked for Mangione

A federal judge barred prosecutors from seeking the death penalty against Luigi Mangione, ruling the murder charge enabling capital punishment was legally flawed, though evidence and charges carrying potential life imprisonment remain.

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Texas Monthly

Coffee Raves Invade Texas

Gen Z is swapping nightclubs for daytime coffee shop raves, seeking sober-friendly community, safety, and connection. Morning DJ sets with lattes offer dancing, inclusivity, and social bonding—without late nights, heavy drinking, or club pressure.

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