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Judge Rejects Request to Block DOGE From Accessing Government Data
A group of state attorneys general wanted the Department of Government Efficiency blocked from accessing government data as the case proceeds.

From the Rat Race to Beehives: How a San Diego Beekeeper Found Her Calling
Hilary Kearney is an expert beekeeper, business owner, and educator, passionate about sharing the wondrous world of these fascinating, intelligent creatures.

A Riveting Journalist-Turned-Spy Story: ‘Gabriel’s Moon’
William Boyd’s novel is told with charm and a well-honed style that keeps readers guessing until the end.

Mike Rowe’s Foundation Giving Away $2.5 Million in Trade School Scholarships
The trades offer plenty of jobs, good pay, and meaningful work.
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Trump Admin Keeps Strict Biden-Era Merger Rules, Defying Corporate Push for Easier Consolidation
The Trump administration will retain tough merger guidelines adopted under the Biden administration, dashing corporate hopes for looser consolidation rules.
How Carbs Can Help You Sleep Better
Experts suggest timing high-quality carb intake to get better sleep.
ESG and DEI Are Down But Not Out, Analysts Say
Some analysts say that support for the progressive ideologies was never deeply rooted among many corporate executives.
Trump Signs Executive Order to Make IVF More Affordable
The president frequently touted his support for IVF and other fertility treatments on the campaign trail.
Vatican: Pope Francis Has Pneumonia in Both Lungs
‘Nevertheless, Pope Francis is in good spirits,’ the Vatican press release stated.
Hegseth Claims IRS Targeted Him With ‘Rushed’ Tax Audit
The claim comes amid reports that the Department of Government Efficiency is auditing the agency.
Layoffs Hit FEMA, Other Agencies
Some 400 U.S. Department of Homeland Security workers have been fired.
‘It’s Sensational’: Tours Audience Dazzled by Shen Yun’s Artistry and Spiritual Values
Shen Yun Performing Arts arrived in France’s historic town of Tours on Feb. 8. All five shows in the city sold out half a month before.
US Won’t Reduce Troops in Eastern Europe, Poland’s President Says
Washington has assured Warsaw that U.S. troop levels will not be reduced in Eastern Europe, Polish President Andrzej Duda said.
Philippine Coast Guard Says Chinese Helicopter Flew Within 10 Feet of Patrol Plane Over Disputed Shoal
Manila and Beijing trade accusations over the latest encounter in the South China Sea.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
Senior US Prosecutor Resigns After Demand to Open Probe of Biden-Era Contract
Denise Cheung was head of the Criminal Division in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia.
CDC Declares High Severity of Flu Cases Among All Ages in US
Thirty-three states are reporting ’very high‘ influenza activity as of Feb. 8, while eight states are experiencing ’high' flu activity.
US New Vehicle Affordability at Highest Level in 41 Months
Sales of new vehicles is forecast to rise to 16.3 million units this year.
Appeals Court Blocks Biden-Era Student Loan Forgiveness Plan
The Eighth Circuit says the Biden administration went beyond the law by canceling loans rather than ensuring repayment.
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Modi and Trump Express Shared Vision at White House Meeting
Trump said he would make ‘wonderful trade deals’ for India and the United States while Modi talked of a ’mega partnership’ between the two nations.
Sinaloa Cartel Leader Captured in Mexico, Faces Extradition to US
Humberto ‘El Viejón’ Rivera was arrested after Mexico pledged to ramp up its effort against cross-border drug trafficking.
Jack Smith and Other Former DOJ Officials Criticize Recent DOJ Actions
The open letter to ‘career federal prosecutors’ follows the resignation of multiple federal attorneys in recent days.
Moon Poetry: Sir Philip Sidney and Giacomo Leopardi
Poems from England and Italy meet, despite centuries between them, on a moonlit hilltop.

As No. 1, Notre Dame Looks the Part in Win Over Duke
Notre Dame left no doubt about being ranked No. 1 in women’s college basketball on Monday.

As No. 1, Notre Dame Looks the Part in Win Over Duke
Notre Dame left no doubt about being ranked No. 1 in women’s college basketball on Monday.

Flu Outbreak Emerges in China: Virology Expert
Improving overall physical condition and immune strength may strengthen resistance to the virus.

Flu Outbreak Emerges in China: Virology Expert
Improving overall physical condition and immune strength may strengthen resistance to the virus.

The Wonderful ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ in Chicagoland
The famous songwriter’s life story is an inspiration to fans worldwide.

‘The High and the Mighty’: Danger in the Skies, Drama in the Seats
The personal stories of the pilot and passengers on a doomed flight takes center stage over the disaster that awaits them.

Eliza Williams: A Whale of a Tale
Accompanying her husband, captain of a whaling vessel, the first lady of the ship left full accounts of the whaler’s life before the industry failed.

The Case Against Anti-Semitism, Starting With Hitler
In Michael S. Gutter’s 2022 ‘Never Again Still Means Never Again,’ the author points out Jewish contributions to the world and Neo-Nazi distortions of history.

The Wonderful ‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ in Chicagoland
The famous songwriter’s life story is an inspiration to fans worldwide.

The Ridiculously Easy 15-minute Dinner I Make at Least Once a Week
This ground pork stir-fry involves no prep (not even chopping onions!), takes just over 10 minutes to come together, and tastes totally delicious.
For Decades It Was Highway 15’s Seedy, Oddball Attraction. Now Primm, Nev., Is a Ghost Town
The desert town that once lured LA travelers with bottom-dollar deals and family fun is now mostly empty, telling a story of a larger decline.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Germany’s Popular Rothenburg Keeps Its Medieval Charm Alive
Rothenburg is still Germany’s best-preserved walled town.
NYC’s Reopened Hotel Chelsea, Seen in ‘A Complete Unknown,’ Lives up to Rock ’N’ Roll Lore
Feel the history of the hotel as you walk through the hotels.
For Decades It Was Highway 15’s Seedy, Oddball Attraction. Now Primm, Nev., Is a Ghost Town
The desert town that once lured LA travelers with bottom-dollar deals and family fun is now mostly empty, telling a story of a larger decline.

‘Hit Makers’: Les Paul and Mary Ford
The legacy of a husband-and-wife duo whose timeless music still captures the hearts of listeners.

Trapped Underground: The 2002 Rescue of the Quecreek Miners
The rescue is a story of a community coming together in a race against time.

A 3,500-Year-Old Obelisk’s Journey From Alexandria to NYC
In ‘This Week in History,’ a generous offer by Egypt’s khedive results in a historic undertaking to transport a sacred obelisk to Central Park.
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