Freight Data Indicate Early US Industrial Rebound as Midwest Truck Volumes Jump
Analysts say freight activity tends to turn ahead of broader industrial indicators, as manufacturers move inputs and finished goods before investment and hiring
Beijing Holds Special Meeting to Expel 3 Senior Defense Industry Officials Amid Ongoing Military Purge
The main goal of the meeting was to legitimize Xi Jinping’s purge of top General Zhang Youxia but met with resistance, analysts said.
Medicare Advantage Denials Hit Six-Year High
Insurers required to publicly report prior authorization denial, appeal, and overturn rates on their websites starting March 1, 2026.
Musk Offers Legal Fees for Anyone Sued for ‘Speaking Truth’ About Epstein
The X owner made the offer in response to a public service announcement featuring victims who say redacted Epstein files keep them silenced.
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Rubio’s Rise as America’s Top Diplomat
Rubio is being compared to Henry Kissinger as one of the most significant secretaries of state to shape pivotal U.S. policy.
Chinese Man Gets 4-Year Prison Sentence for Acting as Illegal Agent for China
The defendant served a pivotal role in Beijing’s efforts to influence ‘U.S. politicians in their favor at all levels of government,’ prosecutors said.
FDA Starts Reviewing Whether Common Food Preservative Is Safe
Butylated hydroxyanisole may be removed from the food supply, officials said.
AI Frequently Provides Wrong Health Advice, Study Says
The study comes as OpenAI released ChatGPT Health, a dedicated bot to tackle health and wellness queries from users.
Inside Beijing’s Darkest State Crime—And Those Fighting to Expose It | Raymond Zhang
Zhang is the Peabody Award-winning director of the harrowing film ‘State Organs.’
Federal Judge Rejects DOJ’s Request for Michigan Voter Data
The Justice Department has filed more than 20 lawsuits in states requesting voter information.
Treasury Secretary Warns of ‘Big Loss’ if Supreme Court Overturns Tariffs
The justices are considering whether the government misapplied the IEPPA in imposing duties on nearly every country in the world, starting last year.
Democrats Say Republican DHS Funding Counterproposal Is ‘Incomplete and Insufficient’
Democrats have tied their votes on DHS funding to new limits on immigration enforcement tactics and other federal law enforcement conduct.
How to Tell If Your Teen’s Gaming Has Become a Problem
Video games aren’t a neutral way to relax. Built to discourage stopping, they can become unhealthy for teens who rely on them to relieve stress.
Collins Launches Bid for 6th Senate Term
Collins wrote in an op-ed that her bipartisan track record should lead to a sixth term.
EPA Finalizing Repeal of 2009 Climate Finding in Sweeping Regulatory Shift
Industry reaction has been nuanced, particularly regarding how far the repeal should go.
Winter in Art: Stunning Paintings That Capture the Season’s Magic
These iconic winter scenes span five centuries of art history.
A One-Time Baseball ‘Phenom’ Finally Gets His Due
‘Death in the Strike Zone’ documents the unusual pitching and mysterious death of one James Creighton.
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Dark Chocolate Relaxes Blood Vessels and Boosts Mood—How to Maximize Benefits
Cupid’s favorite currency is chock-full of health potential, beginning with its mineral and polyphenol content.
NTD’s Photo Contest Celebrates ‘God’s Work’
This unique international photography competition highlights the best of humanity.
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Guthrie Family Says It Received a Message and ‘We Will Pay’ for Mother’s Return
The 84-year-old vanished after eating dinner with her family on Jan. 31.
Pentagon to Cut Academic Ties With Harvard, Hegseth Says
The secretary of war said the Ivy League school promotes ideology misaligned with military values.
Small Business Administration Suspends 111,620 California Borrowers Suspected of $8.6 Billion Fraud
The agency will pursue criminal referrals regarding the $8.6 billion fraud with the Department of Justice.
DOJ Charges New York Adult Day Care Owners Over Alleged $120 Million Fraud Scheme
Dr. Mehmet Oz, director of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, has drawn attention to fraud investigations recently.
Iran Suggests It May Dilute Uranium in Return for US Sanctions Relief
The International Atomic Energy Agency said in a report last year that Iran had accelerated its production of near-weapons-grade uranium.
UK Watchdog Secures Apple, Google Commitments to Reform App Store Practices
The UK regulator is seeking public input on proposed changes to boost transparency, fairness, and interoperability in the UK’s $38.3 billion app economy.
Macdonald Says Champion Seahawks Will Have to Adjust Defense
The Seahawks play several games next year against playoff teams, and will need to elevate their game to defend their title.
Catherine O‘Hara’s Cause of Death Reveals Private Cancer Battle With a Pulmonary Embolism
According to her death certificate, the actress died on Jan. 30 from a life-threatening blood clot with rectal cancer being listed as the underlying cause.
March for Life Attendees Potentially Exposed to Measles: DC Health Officials
The District of Columbia’s health agency says that people who visited other locations in the city may also have been exposed.
How to Feel Joy in a Dopamine-Saturated World
A 30-day “dopamine detox” can help you rediscover life’s simple and real pleasures.
How Mold Exposure May Harm the Brain, Gut, and Immune System
Traditional Chinese medicine focuses on supporting the body’s immune defenses and natural detoxification processes, helping the body better manage mold toxins.
How a Bad Night’s Sleep Affects the Brain’s Cleaning System
A lack of sleep doesn’t just make you tired–it changes how your brain works while you’re awake.
Veggie Wrap With Peanut Sauce
This recipe creates a light yet filling meal that’s perfect when dinner needs to move at your pace.
Paralyzed Equestrian Lauren Barwick Inspires Others Every Day
After a devastating injury at age 22, Lauren Barwick refused to let it end her dream of working with horses.
This California Theme Park Inspired Disneyland, Bob Baker Marionettes—and Tickets Are $19
Legend has it that Walt Disney visited Fairyland while Disneyland was in the planning stages and was so taken with it that he poached some staff.
