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Apple Reportedly Accelerates Three AI Wearables: Smart Glasses, Camera AirPods, and an AI Pendant

The effort ties into a planned Siri overhaul reported to use Google’s Gemini models.

Civil Rights Leader Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies at 84

The family reports a peaceful passing with Chicago observances forthcoming.

Geneva Ukraine–Russia Talks End With Limited Progress on Ceasefire Oversight

Key political disputes remain unresolved despite U.S. pressure for a deal.

Police Identify Ex-Wife and Son Among Dead in Pawtucket Rink Shooting

Police call it a targeted family attack, with investigators combing video and witness accounts for motive.

Anthropic Makes Claude Sonnet 4.6 the Default, Bringing Near‑Opus Performance to All Users

The mid-tier model adds a beta 1 million‑token context window at unchanged Sonnet pricing to shift more real work to the lower-cost tier.

CBS Denies Blocking Colbert as He Moves Talarico Interview Online Under Equal‑Time Fears

The dispute follows FCC guidance questioning talk‑show news exemptions even though no formal rule change has been adopted.

Apple Sets March 4 ‘Special Apple Experience’ as Reports Point to Multi‑Day Newsroom Launches

Reporters widely expect a press‑release rollout rather than a livestream.

Ramadan Start Splits Worldwide, With Saudi and Gulf on Feb. 18, Others on Feb. 19

Divergent moon‑sighting rulings produced a two‑day start across countries.

U.S. Reveals First $36 Billion in Japan-Backed Energy and Minerals Projects Under Trade Pact

The rollout links tariff relief to Japanese state-backed financing ahead of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s March visit.

UK Inflation Falls to 3% in January, Raising Odds of March BoE Rate Cut

Futures imply a March move to 3.5% following ONS figures that show headline cooling yet persistent services pressures.

Storm Pedro Brings Rain, Hill Snow and Strong Winds to Parts of the UK Through Thursday

With saturated ground and widespread flood alerts, officials expect localized disruption now before a marked turn to milder conditions by the weekend.

UEFA Opens Review After Vinícius Júnior Alleges Racist Slur in Lisbon

UEFA is reviewing official reports on alleged racist abuse reported by Vinícius Júnior in Lisbon.

Obama Clarifies Viral 'Aliens Are Real' Quip, Says No Evidence of Contact or Area 51 Cover-Up

His follow-up frames the remark as a nod to statistical possibility, not a disclosure of secret findings.

Meta Signs Multiyear NVIDIA Deal for Millions of AI Chips, Standalone CPUs and Networking

The pact locks in scarce next‑generation capacity for Meta’s gigawatt‑scale buildout.

Vatican Rejects Trump’s Board of Peace Ahead of Washington Kickoff as White House Touts $5 Billion for Gaza

The Holy See says the United Nations should lead crisis management.

Ocasio-Cortez Defends Munich Showing After Viral Foreign-Policy Stumbles

She tells the New York Times the visit was about warning against authoritarianism, not a 2028 trial run.

Shia LaBeouf Arrested in New Orleans on Two Simple Battery Charges During Mardi Gras

He was released on his own recognizance later Tuesday with a preliminary court date set for March 19.

Study Finds Design Flaws Let Compromised Servers Expose Password-Manager Vaults

Vendors report mitigation after a 90‑day disclosure process, with Dashlane removing legacy cryptography to close a serious downgrade path.

Google Sets I/O 2026 for May 19–20 at Shoreline With Global Livestreams

Registration is open with a Gemini-built puzzle teasing this year's AI focus.

Guthrie Case Pivots to Genetic Genealogy as Glove DNA Yields No Match

Sheriff Chris Nanos says DNA from inside the home could identify the masked suspect once lab work separates mixed samples.

At Mar-a-Lago Crypto Forum, Trump Sons Defend Venture and Reject AI‑Chip Tie to UAE Investment

Critics question whether a reported Emirati stake in the venture influenced expanded UAE access to advanced U.S. AI chips.

Zuckerberg Testifies in Los Angeles Bellwether Trial Over Alleged Youth Social Media Addiction

The case could set a precedent for holding platforms liable for design choices that plaintiffs say harm children.

Etsy to Sell Depop to eBay for $1.2 Billion in Cash

eBay aims to deepen its fashion push by tapping Depop’s younger recommerce audience.

Nvidia-Led Tech Rally Lifts U.S. Stocks

Markets now look to the Fed minutes for guidance on the path of rate cuts.

Early Reports Flag Dead Inner Displays on Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold

Samsung has not announced a response to the uncommon incidents.

Uber Invests Over $100 Million in DC Fast‑Charging Hubs to Accelerate Robotaxi Rollout

The company is building dedicated charging to lift autonomous fleet uptime by pairing depot infrastructure with guaranteed‑use deals that de‑risk new stations for partners.

Microsoft Demonstrates Millennia-Scale Data Storage in Glass, With 4.8TB on a 12-Centimeter Slab

Peer-reviewed results present the first end-to-end archival workflow for laser-written glass storage.

Tesla Builds First Cybercab at Giga Texas as April Production Ramp Nears

The steering-wheel-less robotaxi still requires proven autonomy plus federal exemptions before wide operation.

Palo Alto Networks Lifts Revenue Outlook, Trims EPS Forecast on Acquisition Costs as Shares Fall

Integration costs from recent acquisitions are pressuring near‑term margins.

Apple Reportedly Accelerates Three AI Wearables: Smart Glasses, Camera AirPods, and an AI Pendant

The effort ties into a planned Siri overhaul reported to use Google’s Gemini models.

Google Home Expands Automations With Pre-Defined Actions, Deletable Routines

The February update focuses on faster routine setup through curated Assistant commands.

Apple Sets March 4 ‘Special Apple Experience’ as Reports Point to Multi‑Day Newsroom Launches

Reporters widely expect a press‑release rollout rather than a livestream.

Meta Signs Multiyear NVIDIA Deal for Millions of AI Chips, Standalone CPUs and Networking

The pact locks in scarce next‑generation capacity for Meta’s gigawatt‑scale buildout.

Tesla Avoids California Suspension After Dropping 'Autopilot' Branding

The move follows a DMV ruling that Tesla’s driver-assist marketing overstated autonomy, preserving access to its largest U.S. market.

Netflix Threatens Immediate Lawsuit Over ByteDance’s Seedance 2.0

A three-day deadline follows viral AI videos that copied Netflix shows alongside celebrity likenesses.

Palantir Moves Corporate Headquarters From Denver to Miami

The shift places the data company in South Florida’s growing tech hub fueled by favorable taxes.

Sony Pivots to Services to Offset Costlier Memory, Aims to Avoid PS5 Price Hikes

The company reports minimum DRAM secured for the next sales season, with further supply talks underway.

Google Play System Updates Return to Samsung Galaxy Devices After 2025 Pause

This reopens Google’s modular security channel on Samsung hardware.

Which? Drops UK Class Action Against Qualcomm With No Payment

Which? moved to withdraw after concluding the tribunal would find Qualcomm’s licensing lawful.

Google’s Pixel Flex 67W and 45W Chargers Hit Amazon All‑Time Lows at $35.99 and $17.99

The retailer markdowns coincide with Pixel 10a pre-orders.

Nebraska’s Fred Hoiberg Swats Iowa Fan’s Phone During Court Storm After Upset Loss

The scene renewed scrutiny of court-storming safety in college basketball.

Quinn Hughes’ OT Winner Lifts Team USA Over Sweden Into Olympic Semifinals

The victory sets up a Friday semifinal against Slovakia following an unbeaten group stage.

Bodø/Glimt Stun Inter 3-1 as Champions League Play-Off First Legs Deliver Major Twists

Return legs next week will determine who reaches the last 16.

LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Collision at Trade and Tryon

Officials reported a non-life-threatening injury, with fault not yet determined.

Real Madrid and Arsenal Reach Women’s Champions League Quarters, Drawing Barcelona and Chelsea

Second-leg wins finalize quarterfinal ties under UEFA’s revamped format.

Genesis Extends PGA Tour Title Sponsorship Through 2030 as Invitational Returns to Riviera for 100th Playing

The deal reflects Genesis’ deeper push into elite golf alongside renewed support for California wildfire relief.

Kings Rule Out Domantas Sabonis for Season After Meniscus Surgery

The decision prioritizes recovery and player development for a last-place roster.

Australia Knocked Out of T20 World Cup After Washout Confirms Exit

The group-stage failure leaves rankings pressure on Australia’s path to the LA 2028 Olympics.

Rashee Rice Sued by Ex-Girlfriend Alleging 19 Months of Abuse in Dallas Civil Filing

Rice has not been criminally charged in connection with the allegations.

Mikaela Shiffrin Claims Slalom Gold, Becomes First U.S. Skier With Three Olympic Alpine Titles

A commanding win ended an eight-year medal wait, reframing her Olympic legacy.

Kevin Durant Dismisses Questions About Alleged Burner Account at Rockets Practice

Reporters underscore that no verified evidence links him to the account despite viral screenshots.

Doug Moe, Innovator of Nuggets’ Run-and-Gun Era, Dies at 87

His high-tempo motion offense helped set the template for the modern NBA.

Sidney Crosby Ruled Out of Canada’s Olympic Quarterfinal With Lower-Body Injury as Canada Wins in Overtime

Imaging in Milan will determine if the 38-year-old captain can play in Friday’s semifinal.

No. 1 Michigan Rolls at No. 7 Purdue to Bolster Top Seed Case

The performance reinforced Michigan's case for the No. 1 overall NCAA tournament seed ahead of a neutral-site game with No. 3 Duke.

Men’s Olympic Hockey Quarterfinals Set: Canada Faces Czechia as USA Draws Sweden

Speed skating delivered a Canadian repeat in the women’s pursuit after Italy seized the men’s title from Team USA.

MJF Touts AEW’s Momentum, Knocks Unnamed ‘Problem Children’ After Queens Double or Nothing Reveal

He described a domino effect of contenders pushing one another as evidence the promotion is at its strongest.

Barcelona Set to Offer New Contract to Marc Casado Before Season’s End

The reported extension is intended to preserve leverage for a summer window likely to bring significant squad changes.

IPC Confirms 10 Russian and Belarusian Slots Under National Flags for 2026 Paralympics

The announcement prompted boycotts from Ukraine and EU figures.

Juventus Rule Out Serious Injury for Bremer After Early Exit in 5–2 Loss to Galatasaray

He is set to follow an individual program with a possible return for next week’s second leg in Turin.

Arsenal Let Two-Goal Lead Slip as Stoppage-Time Own Goal Earns Wolves a Draw

Arsenal now hold a five-point lead over Manchester City with their rivals owning a game in hand.

‘The Gates’ Trailer Debuts Ahead of March 13 Release, Featuring James Van Der Beek’s Dark Turn

Writer-director John Burr publicly praises Van Der Beek’s on‑set dedication as the Lionsgate thriller reaches select theaters a month after his death.

Residente Sets Porto Rico as Directorial Debut With Bad Bunny in First Lead Role

The project unites a star cast with Oscar-winning backers to examine Puerto Rico’s contested past.

CNN Tightens On‑Air Book Promotion Rules After Jake Tapper Push, Reports Say

The update aims to curb personal marketing on news programs by limiting promotional segments, with a ban on sales‑driven QR codes, according to media reports.

NYC Medical Examiner Rules Peter Greene Died From Accidental Gunshot Wound

The finding ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding the actor’s death in December.

Tom Noonan, Defining Screen Villain and Indie Auteur, Dies at 74

Colleagues confirmed the news on social media, with obituaries citing no cause of death.

Oscar-Nominated Shorts Hit Theaters This Week as Taika Waititi Presents

The theatrical rollout offers rare big-screen access to all nominees ahead of the March 15 ceremony.

Dorinda Medley Joins E!'s 'The Golden Life' After Jill Zarin's Removal

Spring filming in Palm Beach moves forward under Blink49 for a 10-episode E! docuseries featuring RHONY alumni.

RSC Sets Summer World Premiere for Game of Thrones: The Mad King

Priority ticketing opens April 14, signaling the RSC’s Shakespeare-inspired take guided by George R. R. Martin.

Miley Cyrus Returns for ‘Hannah Montana’ 20th Anniversary Special on Disney+ March 24

The one-off reunion pairs an Alex Cooper interview with a live audience format to anchor a nostalgia-forward retrospective.

MJF Touts AEW’s Momentum, Knocks Unnamed ‘Problem Children’ After Queens Double or Nothing Reveal

He described a domino effect of contenders pushing one another as evidence the promotion is at its strongest.

‘Wuthering Heights’ Splits Critics as Strong Opening Extends the Debate

Robbie’s audience‑first stance becomes a flashpoint over artistic license versus fidelity.

Trump Name-Checks Black Allies in Unscripted Black History Month Remarks at White House

Critical reports cast the performance as a bid to rebut racism claims, not a policy message.

Disney Raises $4 Billion in First Investment-Grade Debt Since the Pandemic

The company lists general corporate purposes for the proceeds without specifying projects.

LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Collision at Trade and Tryon

Officials reported a non-life-threatening injury, with fault not yet determined.

Devon Sawa Joins Disney's 'Coven Academy' as Guest-Star Teacher

The guest role highlights ongoing casting for Tim Federle's New Orleans-set teen drama, slated to premiere in 2026 on Disney Channel with streaming on Disney+.

‘The Housemaid’ Nears $360 Million With March 17 Disc Release as Seyfried Labels Her EP Credit ‘Vanity’

Sequel development advances with Paul Feig, Sydney Sweeney, Rebecca Sonnenshine returning.

Bravo Sets April 1 Premiere for The Valley Season 3 as Lala Kent and Tom Schwartz Join Full-Time

The trailer spotlights life changes that drive new tensions, with crossover casting reshaping the friend group.

Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Drops Full Trailer, Sets April 17 IMAX Release

The first full trailer frames Cronin’s reimagining as domestic, investigative horror produced by Blumhouse, Atomic Monster, New Line.

KTAL Footage, Crew Witness Allege Ray J Used Fake Blood Before Shreveport Show

The claims surface after Ray J recently described severe health issues following a January hospitalization.

Disney Previews 2026 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Food and Drinks in New Video

Disney’s retro-styled teaser offers the first dish-by-dish look and signals that full outdoor kitchen menus will follow.

Microsoft Demonstrates Millennia-Scale Data Storage in Glass, With 4.8TB on a 12-Centimeter Slab

Peer-reviewed results present the first end-to-end archival workflow for laser-written glass storage.

Oxygen-Tolerant Asgard Archaea Bolster Mitochondrial-Origin Theory in Nature Study

The study identifies oxygen-capable Asgard archaea in oxygenated coastal settings, narrowing the gap in how an archaeal host met an aerobic symbiont.

FDA Accepts Review of Moderna’s mRNA Flu Shot After Initial Rebuff

A revised, age-based filing resolved a dispute over the trial comparator for seniors.

NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya To Serve as Acting CDC Director

The dual-role appointment reflects a continuing HHS overhaul led by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Decades-Long Study Finds Non-Gifted Men More Conservative Than Gifted Men

Researchers tentatively point to cognitive flexibility, with results based on self-reported beliefs.

ImmunityBio’s Anktiva Drives Revenue Surge as Market Awaits Key Trial Readouts

Investor focus rests on forthcoming data that could make or break the current bullish valuation.

Total Lunar Eclipse on March 3 Will Paint the Moon Red for Much of the World

Detailed viewing timetables now guide observers, following satellite confirmation of Tuesday’s annular eclipse over Antarctica.

Officials Vow to Keep Searching for Sunken Lily Jean as Probe Moves Into Next Phase

State and federal teams are using advanced seafloor mapping to locate the vessel.

Thermal Convection Likely Drives Greenland’s Deep Ice Plumes, Study Finds

The Cryosphere highlights research inferring deep northern ice is roughly ten times softer, prompting updates to ice‑flow models.

Ultrasound-Activated Nanobubbles Break Tumor Barriers in Mouse Study

Researchers report a drug-agnostic approach with a stated plan to seek an FDA IND within 18 months.

Single IV Dose of DMT Quickly Reduces Depression in Small Randomized Trial

Researchers call for larger, longer studies to confirm durability, safety, real‑world relevance.

Nature Trial Finds X’s Algorithm Tilts Feeds Right, Shifts Users’ Views

A randomized study reports that X’s default recommendation feed steers exposure toward conservative content, influencing what users prioritize politically.

Lincoln Park Zoo Debuts Red Panda Qi for Breeding With Nisha

The match follows a Species Survival Plan transfer from New York to strengthen conservation of the endangered animal.

Tide Rolls Out Tide Evo, Waterless Laundry Tiles Nationwide

P&G is scaling new manufacturing in Louisiana after a decade of R&D to produce the woven, concentrated detergent format.

First-Ever Video Captures Sleeper Shark in Antarctica’s Southern Ocean

Researchers are analyzing collected DNA samples to identify the species.

Cambridge Study Finds Pekingese and Japanese Chin at Highest BOAS Risk Across 14 Flat-Faced Breeds

Researchers urge routine respiratory grading to guide breeding decisions.

Lara Trump Says President Has Speech Ready on Possible Extraterrestrial Life

No official evidence supports the claim.

NASA Warns Thousands of Mid‑Sized Asteroids Remain Undetected as Deflection Capability Lags

Officials say the near‑term risk is a large detection gap with no deflection mission on standby.

Ribo-STAMP Maps Protein Production Across 20,000 Mouse Hippocampal Cells

The technique tags RNAs during translation to directly reveal protein output in individual neurons.

Princeton-Led Study Links MPOA 'Parenting Hub' and Agouti Gene to Paternal Care in Mice

Experiments show environmental context can shift gene activity, changing how males respond to pups.

Potomac Sewage Spill Moves to Excavation as White House Presses for Federal Role

Hazardous bacteria persist near the break, with crews now focused on clearing boulders that block access to the failed pipe.

At Mar-a-Lago Crypto Forum, Trump Sons Defend Venture and Reject AI‑Chip Tie to UAE Investment

Critics question whether a reported Emirati stake in the venture influenced expanded UAE access to advanced U.S. AI chips.

Matt Jeneroux Defects to Carney’s Liberals, Bringing Caucus to 169 Seats

The switch lifts the Liberals to 169 seats, leaving three upcoming by-elections as the path to a majority.

Geneva Ukraine–Russia Talks End With Limited Progress on Ceasefire Oversight

Key political disputes remain unresolved despite U.S. pressure for a deal.

US–Iran Standoff Deepens as Axios Cites 90% Chance of Strikes in Coming Weeks

Limited progress in Omani‑mediated talks leaves a rapid US buildup alongside Iranian drills, heightening the risk of escalation.

Trump Name-Checks Black Allies in Unscripted Black History Month Remarks at White House

Critical reports cast the performance as a bid to rebut racism claims, not a policy message.

CNN Tightens On‑Air Book Promotion Rules After Jake Tapper Push, Reports Say

The update aims to curb personal marketing on news programs by limiting promotional segments, with a ban on sales‑driven QR codes, according to media reports.

Environmental and Health Groups Sue EPA Over Repeal of Climate 'Endangerment' Finding

Plaintiffs say the rescission unlawfully strips the Clean Air Act foundation for greenhouse‑gas limits, erasing federal tailpipe rules.

Supreme Court Sets Four Opinion Days as Tariff, Mapping, and Campaign-Finance Rulings Loom

The schedule signals imminent rulings with immediate consequences across trade, redistricting, and campaign finance.

Norman C. Francis, Longtime Xavier University President and Civil Rights Leader, Dies at 94

Xavier University confirmed his death, prompting statewide tributes to a president who built the school into a national force in science and medicine.

Takaichi Reappointed as Japan’s Prime Minister, Retains Entire Cabinet

A new lower-house supermajority gives her the leverage to push legislation quickly.

Mamdani Unveils $127 Billion NYC Budget, Warning of 9.5% Property-Tax Hike Without State Wealth Taxes

Albany’s resistance to wealth taxes puts the focus on Council negotiations over a possible 9.5% property‑tax increase.

IPC Confirms 10 Russian and Belarusian Slots Under National Flags for 2026 Paralympics

The announcement prompted boycotts from Ukraine and EU figures.

Bill Russell’s Widow Sues Stepdaughter Over Alleged Breach of 2015 Nondisparagement Deal

The King County filing argues Karen Russell’s October remarks about her father’s cognitive health violated a settlement meant to keep such claims private.

Colorado Group Launches Ballot Drive to Override Redistricting Commission With 2028–2030 Map

Organizers must secure roughly 125,000 geographically distributed signatures to put a constitutional amendment before voters.

Jemele Hill Says Stephen A. Smith Is ‘Definitely’ Running in 2028, Warning Democrats to Take Him Seriously

Her declaration reframes his recent hints as a credible 2028 test of media-driven viability.

U.S. Set to Withdraw Remaining Troops From Syria Within Two Months

Officials cast the drawdown as a conditions-based pivot to partner-led counter-ISIS efforts with U.S. strike capacity retained.

Leavitt to Compile 'Receipts' After 'You're Kidding, Right?' Exchange on Trump Racism Claims

Her vow followed scrutiny of a deleted video depicting the Obamas as apes that the White House attributed to a staff error.

New Reporting Exposes DOJ Irregularities in Failed Bid to Indict Six Democrats

New reporting describes a rushed, politically charged bid that prosecutors struggled to justify.

Tucker Carlson Alleges Detention at Israel’s Airport as U.S. Embassy Disputes Account

The commentator met Ambassador Mike Huckabee inside Ben Gurion Airport during a brief visit confined to the terminal.

Guthrie Case Pivots to Genetic Genealogy as Glove DNA Yields No Match

Sheriff Chris Nanos says DNA from inside the home could identify the masked suspect once lab work separates mixed samples.

Rashee Rice Sued by Ex-Girlfriend Alleging 19 Months of Abuse in Dallas Civil Filing

Rice has not been criminally charged in connection with the allegations.

Delta Flight Returns to Houston After Reported Cockpit-Access Scare

Investigators are reviewing conflicting reports, with pilot audio describing an attempted cockpit access versus Delta’s assertion that no flight deck attempt occurred.

NYC Medical Examiner Rules Peter Greene Died From Accidental Gunshot Wound

The finding ends weeks of uncertainty surrounding the actor’s death in December.

Body Found After Driver Swept From Truck Roof in Devore Floodwaters

Aerial searches were postponed by darkness, wind, low clouds.

LaMelo Ball Involved in Uptown Charlotte Collision at Trade and Tryon

Officials reported a non-life-threatening injury, with fault not yet determined.

Maryland Bans Local 287(g) ICE Partnerships After Moore Signs Law, Drawing White House Rebuke

The measure ends 287(g) partnerships by July, drawing a sharp rebuke from the White House.

Boy, 13, Recovering After Random Daytona Beach Boardwalk Neck Slashing

The suspect remains jailed without bond ahead of a March 10 hearing.

Report Says Gonzales Aide Admitted Affair, Express-News Pulls Endorsement

An Express-News report featuring an ex-staffer plus a text screenshot has intensified pressure in his tight primary.

Salton City Man Held on Suspicion of Murder After DNA Links Remains to T’Neya Tovar

The FBI is assisting the Imperial County Sheriff with a $10,000 reward for tips.

Les Wexner Testifies to House Panel, Says He Was 'Conned' by Epstein

Lawmakers seek clarity on extensive financial links spotlighted in newly released DOJ files.

Police Identify Ex-Wife and Son Among Dead in Pawtucket Rink Shooting

Police call it a targeted family attack, with investigators combing video and witness accounts for motive.

Fugitive Accused of Kidnapping, Raping 13-Year-Old Orange County Girl Arrested in Guatemala

A cross-border investigation led to his capture a week ago following the Dec. 5, 2025 Westminster abduction.

Seattle Stands By Suicide Ruling as New Forensic Report Claims Kurt Cobain Was Killed

Seattle authorities say no new evidence warrants reopening the 1994 case.

Ex–High School Band Aide Charged in Florida as Judge Orders House Arrest, $100K Bond

The case turns on Florida’s law that criminalizes sexual conduct by authority figures over students based on his band-assistant role.

Judge Orders March 2 Hearing to Scrutinize Arrest Warrant in Sherrone Moore Case

The court will examine whether police omitted the coach–staffer work relationship in the warrant request, raising a due‑process concern.

26-Year-Old Charged in Martin County Beach Drowning Attempt

Detectives identified the suspect through a suicidal-call interview, leading to his jailing without bond under an ICE detainer.

Compton Man Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Federal Officer in Paramount Protest

Sentencing is set for Aug. 7, when he could receive up to 20 years in federal prison.

California High-Speed Rail CEO Takes Leave After Arrest, DA Declines Charges

Prosecutors cited insufficient evidence as the agency launches an internal review under its state transportation overseer.

Shia LaBeouf Arrested in New Orleans on Two Simple Battery Charges During Mardi Gras

He was released on his own recognizance later Tuesday with a preliminary court date set for March 19.

Mamdani Unveils $127 Billion NYC Budget, Warning of 9.5% Property-Tax Hike Without State Wealth Taxes

Albany’s resistance to wealth taxes puts the focus on Council negotiations over a possible 9.5% property‑tax increase.

Cattle and Hogs Extend Rebound as Grains Split on Fresh Data

Fresh export and crush data set the tone for the first post-holiday session.

Nvidia-Led Tech Rally Lifts U.S. Stocks

Markets now look to the Fed minutes for guidance on the path of rate cuts.

Matt Jeneroux Defects to Carney’s Liberals, Bringing Caucus to 169 Seats

The switch lifts the Liberals to 169 seats, leaving three upcoming by-elections as the path to a majority.

Takaichi Reappointed as Japan’s Prime Minister, Retains Entire Cabinet

A new lower-house supermajority gives her the leverage to push legislation quickly.

At Mar-a-Lago Crypto Forum, Trump Sons Defend Venture and Reject AI‑Chip Tie to UAE Investment

Critics question whether a reported Emirati stake in the venture influenced expanded UAE access to advanced U.S. AI chips.

Etsy to Sell Depop to eBay for $1.2 Billion in Cash

eBay aims to deepen its fashion push by tapping Depop’s younger recommerce audience.

White House’s Hassett Urges Discipline for New York Fed Researchers Over Tariff Study

The remarks raised alarms about political pressure on Federal Reserve research independence.

Sanders Rallies in Los Angeles as California’s Billionaire Tax Battle Intensifies

The union-backed plan would impose a one-time 5% levy on residents worth over $1 billion to shore up health-care funding.

East Harlem Breaks Ground on 20-Story Affordable Housing and Arts Hub at Former NYPD Lot

The project converts city land into 341 income-restricted homes with a permanent cultural center for Belongó.

California-Led Coalition Sues Trump Administration Over Termination of Congressionally Approved Energy Funds

The states say the executive branch overrode Congress’s power of the purse by canceling grants for clean-energy projects.

U.S. Reveals First $36 Billion in Japan-Backed Energy and Minerals Projects Under Trade Pact

The rollout links tariff relief to Japanese state-backed financing ahead of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s March visit.

FT Reports Lagarde Weighs Early ECB Exit, With Bank Citing No Decision

The report says departing before France’s 2027 election would let Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz shape the succession.

WTTC Warns £14.4bn Hit to UK Tourism From £10 Nightly Levy as Consultation Closes

Government is considering letting English mayors impose local overnight charges to raise money for transport and tourism management.

New Analyses Detail Project Vault’s Mechanics and Allied Repercussions

Fresh assessments spotlight stockpiling commitments that could tighten market access for nonparticipants.

Russia Hosts Cuba’s Top Diplomat as Fuel Crisis Deepens Under U.S. Oil Squeeze

The Kremlin signals support without detailing any fuel assistance.

Glencore Keeps Mega-Deal Option Open, Sets Ambitious Copper Targets

The miner reported a 2025 profit with fresh shareholder payouts following the collapse of Rio Tinto talks.

Bitcoin Slips Toward $66,000 as Fed Minutes Tilt Market Bearish

A firmer dollar following hawkish Fed minutes pressured risk assets.

Average Refund Rises 11% as PATH Hold Delays Key Credits

Retroactive tax changes from 2025, combined with lagged withholding, are lifting many refunds this year.

Palantir Moves Corporate Headquarters From Denver to Miami

The shift places the data company in South Florida’s growing tech hub fueled by favorable taxes.

The Elder Scrolls 6 Returns to Classic Bethesda RPG Style on Creation Engine 3

Howard cautions the sequel remains a long way off with its setting still undisclosed.

Sony Pivots to Services to Offset Costlier Memory, Aims to Avoid PS5 Price Hikes

The company reports minimum DRAM secured for the next sales season, with further supply talks underway.

Virtual Boy App Launches on Switch and Switch 2 With 3D Viewer Requirement

Nine more games, including two previously unreleased titles, are slated to join the library later in 2026.

Capcom Releases Final Free Monster Hunter Wilds Update With New Endgame Hunts and Performance Gains

Capcom now shifts focus to a large-scale expansion slated for a summer reveal.

UK Ad Watchdog Bans Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Airport Ad for Trivialising Sexual Violence

Regulators said the humour hinged on an implied threat of non-consensual penetration.

EA Sports FC Uses AI Replica of Guy Mowbray’s Voice for Select Lines

EA says the system handles repetitive player-name reads with Mowbray’s consent.

Early Retail Sales Put Resident Evil Requiem Spoilers Online Ahead of Feb. 27 Launch

Capcom’s release remains set for February 27 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC.

Replaced Delayed to April 14 as Sad Cat Seeks Final Polish

The studio cites Steam demo feedback guiding last‑minute stability and quality fixes.

Highguard Website Goes Dark As Wildlight Vows To Keep Updating The Game

Reports identify Tencent’s TiMi as an undisclosed lead backer, a detail neither company has addressed.

Fortnite Confirms Solo Leveling Crossover With Sung Jin‑Woo as Release Window Nears

Official details currently extend only to a Sung Jin‑Woo cosmetic, leaving timing and other items to leaks.

Hands-On Previews Detail Transport Fever 3’s Expanded Scale, Deeper Simulation for 2026

Urban Games details systems where delivery speed plus citizen needs steer growth, with landmarks plus a functional HQ built to energize the late game.

Avowed Lands on PS5 With Its Biggest Update Yet

The anniversary patch is framed as a player‑driven refresh that extends the game’s reach to PlayStation owners.

WWE 2K26 Overhauls Universe Mode With TV-Style Draft as Creation Suite Doubles Slots

The game launches with early access on March 6 and a Standard Edition release on March 13.

God of War: Sons of Sparta Opens to Series-Low Reviews as PS Store Interest Surges

The retro 2D prequel centers on Kratos’s youth to echo the franchise’s focus on fatherhood.

Presidents’ Day Deals Drop Premium OLED Gaming Monitors to Record or Near-Record Lows

Presidents’ Day markdowns briefly pushed high-end gaming displays into far cheaper territory.

Original Witcher Story Lead Finishes 26‑Episode Commentary, Calls Game’s Twist Ending a Mistake

His candid postmortem says a management-ordered outro constrained the sequel’s direction.

DLSS 4.5 Leads ComputerBase Blind Test Over Native TAA and AMD FSR 4 at 4K

The community poll of identical 4K clips reflects subjective preference rather than a technical benchmark.

People of Note Puts Music at the Core in New Previews as Steam Next Fest Demo Arrives Feb. 23

Hands-on coverage spotlights a rhythm-informed battle system where turns are stanzas and musical styles reshape strategy.

Nintendo Releases Zelda Maintenance Updates: Tears of the Kingdom 1.4.3 and Breath of the Wild 1.9.0

The patches prioritize bug fixes and localization over new content.

Embark Sets Feb. 24 Launch for Arc Raiders’ ‘Shrouded Sky’ as Exploit Sanctions Begin

Embark has concluded its exploit investigation, issuing warnings, coin removals, or suspensions to repair the in‑game economy.