EU Paves Way for Rise in European Defense Spending
With the United States pulling back, European nations are increasing defense spending and trying to raise investment in the continent’s own defense industries.
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A U.S. senator proposes giving Americans a license to hunt drug cartel members.

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Although not fully understood, cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome symptoms include nausea, cyclic vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Judge Extends Temporary Block on DOGE’s Access to Treasury Data
A long list of states sued, arguing the Trump administration was exceeding its authority.
Arctic Blast to Bring Below-Zero Temperatures Across US
An Arctic cold front is poised to sweep across the United States, bringing with it record-breaking low temperatures and dangerous wind chills.
DOGE Workers ‘Energetic and Dug In’ Despite Threats: Source
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What We Know About Trump’s Plan to End the Russia–Ukraine War
The central issue of land will likely prove the most difficult problem to solve in any cease-fire negotiation.
Texas Probes DeepSeek Over Privacy Concerns, Cost-Efficiency Claims
The state has banned the use of DeepSeek on all government-issued devices.
Adams Denies Alleged Deal With DOJ to Drop Corruption Case
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OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk’s $97.4 Billion Buyout Offer
OpenAI’s board has unanimously rejected Elon Musk’s takeover bid.
Frankfurt Audience Praises Shen Yun’s Artistry: ‘High Level of Grace’
Theatergoers in Frankfurt, Germany, welcomed Shen Yun Performing Arts with a full house and warm applause on Feb. 8 and 9.
DOJ Asks Judge to Dismiss Charges Against NYC Mayor Adams
The filing came after some prosecutors resigned rather than file the motion.
Judge Declines to Halt Trump’s Firing of Inspectors General
The fired inspectors general were forced to drop a request for a temporary restraining order.
Judge Temporarily Halts Trump Admin’s Firing of CFPB Employees
The order comes amid the Trump administration’s efforts to scale back the federal workforce.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
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Funding for Obamacare Outreach Program Cut by 90 Percent
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McConnell Emerges as Trump’s Biggest Republican Detractor in the Senate
McConnell voted against three of the president’s cabinet nominees.
Trump Creates National Energy Dominance Council
Delivering on campaign pledge, president named Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum chair, and Secretary of Energy Chris Wright vice chair.
Helicopter Crew May Not Have Heard Air Traffic Control Instruction Before Midair Crash: NTSB
The National Transportation Safety Board says the Black Hawk helicopter was likely higher than its maximum-allowed height at the time of the crash.
Another Judge Blocks Trump’s Order Targeting Funding for Transgender Procedures for Youth
A federal judge in Maryland blocked the order in another restraining order on Feb. 13.
Matthew W. Stirling: Archaeologist of the Americas
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Kyle Hamilton: Ravens Have Everything You Could Want to Win a Championship
‘I’ve had so many people ask me, “what are the Ravens missing?”’ said Hamilton. ‘I’m like, “literally nothing.”’

Kyle Hamilton: Ravens Have Everything You Could Want to Win a Championship
‘I’ve had so many people ask me, “what are the Ravens missing?”’ said Hamilton. ‘I’m like, “literally nothing.”’

How Chocolate Nourishes the Gut and Mind
The gut-derived benefits of chocolate on mood are being explored by experts.

How Chocolate Nourishes the Gut and Mind
The gut-derived benefits of chocolate on mood are being explored by experts.

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In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a French Romanesque castle from the 12th century.

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