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National Debt Tops $38 Trillion

The U.S. national debt has exceeded $38 trillion, growing nearly $7 billion daily and costing $3 billion per day in interest, posing serious risks to long-term economic stability.

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NBC News

Entire East Wing Being Demolished

The Trump administration is set to demolish the entire East Wing of the White House as part of a ballroom expansion project, sparking controversy and criticism from historians and political figures.

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Reuters

Trump Cancels Putin Summit

The U.S. sanctioned Russia’s top oil firms Rosneft and Lukoil amid renewed nuclear drills, suspended a planned Trump–Putin summit, and urged a ceasefire in Ukraine as tensions escalated.

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Al Jazeera

Israel Advances West Bank Bill

Israel’s parliament approved a preliminary bill to annex the occupied West Bank, defying Netanyahu and U.S. opposition, prompting global condemnation for violating international law and threatening the two-state solution.

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Center for Politics

GOP Aims for Extra NC House Seat

North Carolina Republicans unveiled a new gerrymandered congressional map favoring 11 of 14 GOP seats, targeting Democrat Don Davis’s NC-1, and tightening Republican control ahead of the 2026 midterms.

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Politico

Democrats’ Graham Platner Fantasy

Democrats’ obsession with viral outsider candidates like Maine’s Graham Platner highlights a recurring self-sabotage, as charisma eclipses electability — leaving the party chasing saviors instead of winnable, vetted leaders.

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New York Post

Bari Weiss Surrounded by Bodyguards

CBS News editor Bari Weiss, surrounded by six bodyguards, attended a media event in New York City while embracing her new role after selling her newsletter to Paramount Skydance.

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Oxford Student

Abaraonye Loses Confidence Vote

Oxford Union President-elect George Abaraonye lost a no-confidence vote he initiated after backlash over offensive comments but is contesting the results, alleging tampering and procedural irregularities in the proxy-voting process.

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ABC News

US Strikes Drug Cartel Vessel

The U.S. military conducted its ninth airstrike on an alleged drug cartel vessel in two months, expanding operations into the Pacific as Trump and Hegseth intensify a controversial “war on cartels.”

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USA Today

LA Fires, Disasters Cost $100B

Fourteen U.S. disasters in early 2025 caused over $100 billion in damage—led by Los Angeles’ record Palisades and Eaton fires—as private researchers fill the gap left by NOAA’s defunded tracking program.

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CNBC

Nearly 1/4 Took No Time Off

A FlexJobs survey found that 23% of U.S. workers took no vacation days in 2025, citing heavy workloads, guilt, and discouraging managers, despite evidence that PTO boosts focus and prevents burnout.

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Mediaite

Curtis Sliwa Quits Radio Job

Curtis Sliwa, a New York City mayoral candidate, quit his WABC radio job on air after disputes with colleagues over his campaign, citing personal offense and potential safety concerns.

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The New York Times

Testosterone’s Impact on Women

High-dose testosterone therapy is fueling a growing movement among women who report dramatic boosts in libido, energy, and confidence, despite no FDA approval, limited medical oversight, and unknown long-term risks.

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The Hollywood Reporter

Goodell: NFL Backs Bad Bunny

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell confirms the league's commitment to featuring Bad Bunny in the Super Bowl halftime show despite criticism, emphasizing its potential to be an “exciting and uniting moment.”

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Mental Floss

11 Real Words That Sound Fake

A playful dive into 11 quirky real English words—like “bumfuzzle, snickersnee, and collywobbles”—reveals their odd origins, amusing meanings, and enduring charm in today’s vocabulary.

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CBS News

Antidepressant Side Effects Studied

A new study finds significant variations in side effects among different antidepressants, affecting weight, heart rate, and cholesterol, highlighting the need for personalized treatment plans.

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LA Times

Crowe’s Memoir: Regret & Reflection

Cameron Crowe reflects on his career as a music journalist in his new memoir, 'The Uncool,' sharing insights on his relationships with iconic musicians and the stories he regrets writing.

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WPLN

Musk’s Nashville Tunnel Project

Elon Musk’s Boring Company is building a “Music City Loop” tunnel in Nashville to connect downtown and the airport via Tesla rides, sparking debate over environmental risks, transparency, and limited local input.

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NPR

Mental Exercise Boosts Aging Brain

A 10-week study found that daily mental exercises boosted acetylcholine levels in adults over 65 by 2.3%, effectively reversing a decade of brain aging and improving memory, attention, and decision-making.

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Axios

Analog Bags: Stop Scrolling

A new “analog bag” trend encourages millennials and Gen Z to ditch their phones for tote bags filled with offline hobbies like books, crafts, and puzzles—part of a wider “analog wellness” movement promoting focus and creativity.

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