Before California, France tried a wealth tax. Macron repealed it after rich people fled the country instead of paying
A 20-year French experiment with a wealth tax ended with mixed results, but its removal created problems of its own.
Amazon shutters all of its physical Go and Fresh stores
Amazon Go and Fresh physical store locations will soon be no more, with Amazon announcing on Tuesday that it's closing up the majority of the stores and converting others into Whole Foods Market locations. Customers will still be able to order from Amazon Fresh online, but won't be able to shop at p...
How to Delete TikTok Account: Interest in Leaving App Reaches All Time High
Search interest for “how to delete TikTok” has reached an all-time high, according to a Newsweek review of Google search trends.
Trump endorses challenger to ‘pathetic RINO’ Jim Buck in Indiana
President Trump on Monday endorsed Indiana state Senate candidate Tracey Powell (R), making good on his threat to endorse challengers to Republicans in the state who blocked redistricting efforts last year. Powell is running to replace incumbent state Sen. Jim Buck (R), who has represented the Hoosi...
‘Morning Joe’ Slams Trump Administration’s ‘Repeated Lies’ About Minneapolis Shooting Victims: ‘Just Making S—t Up’ | Video
"They lied, lied, lied through their teeth," host Joe Scarborough says The post ‘Morning Joe’ Slams Trump Administration’s ‘Repeated Lies’ About Minneapolis Shooting Victims: ‘Just Making S—t Up’ | Video appeared first on TheWrap.
ESPN reveals how Mariners need to use switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje
This is a tricky experiment.
Captain of seized Venezuela-linked tanker now aboard U.S. vessel, wife's lawyer says
LONDON, Jan 27 - The captain of a Venezuela-linked crude oil tanker seized by the U.S. earlier this month has been taken from British territorial waters and is now aboard a U.S. coast guard vessel, a lawyer for the captain's wife said on Tuesday.
Trump, seeking damage control, weighs less aggressive approach in Minneapolis
WASHINGTON/MINNEAPOLIS, Jan 27 - Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, met with Minnesota's governor on Tuesday ahead of talks with the mayor of Minneapolis, as the White House seeks to defuse the unrest that has gripped the city after the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by federal agents.
Walz meets with Homan, agrees to ongoing dialogue
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said he met with Border Czar Tom Homan on Tuesday and tha tthe two agree to an “ongoing dialogue” after two residents of Minneapolis were killed over the last month in separate altercations with federal law enforcement officials sent to the state as part of President ...
How To Watch Donald Trump's Iowa Rally: Live Stream, Time and Information
The rally begins at the Horizon Events Center starting at 3 p.m. Tuesday.
Stephen Colbert Confirms Final Air Date for ‘The Late Show’ on CBS
The late night staple first premiered in 1993 The post Stephen Colbert Confirms Final Air Date for ‘The Late Show’ on CBS appeared first on TheWrap.
Manchester United and The Stone Roses team up for new Adidas collection
"Definitely adoring this one…" The post Manchester United and The Stone Roses team up for new Adidas collection appeared first on NME.
South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 789 cases, surpassing Texas
Measles in South Carolina has spread to at least 789 people, surpassing the 2025 West Texas outbreak that sickened 762 people and killed two young girls.
Injury to keep former Athletics fan favorite out of World Baseball Classic
The infielder will turn 40 in May.
Apple Expands Apple Watch Hypertension Notifications to Six More Countries
Apple today said that hypertension notifications are now available for Apple Watch and iPhone users in Australia, Malaysia, Colombia, Indonesia, South Korea, Brazil, and Turkey. Introduced last September, the hypertension detection feature uses the health sensors on the Apple Watch and custom-design...
Ex-MLB GM reveals when Marlins' Sandy Alcantara is 'likely' to be traded
Sandy Alcantara might not be long for the Marlins roster.
Promoting Joe Brady exposes the Bills’ biggest organizational flaw
The Buffalo Bills can't seem to ever get out of their own way.
Pinterest cites AI in laying off 15% of workforce
Pinterest is cutting costs to create more cash flow for AI-focused roles and AI‑powered products, the company said in a filing Tuesday.
Lakers get bad news surrounding $48 million trade target
This will put a dent in LA's trade plans.
Why recent NFL history of promoting coordinators is bad news for Joe Brady and the Bills
Here's a look breakdown of how internal head coach hires haven't been successful.
House Democrats tell Trump to fire DHS chief Noem or they will start impeachment proceedings against her
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is facing criticism for her caustic comments on Alex Pretti, who was killed by a federal agent in Minnesota
Where to Find Arc Deforester (A Prime Specimen Quest) in Arc Raiders
Here is how to find the Arc Deforester and solve its puzzle for a Prime Specimen quest in Arc Raiders.
I Wanted to See How Easy Ro ED Meds Are to Order. Here’s What the Intake Is Like
Let’s get something out of the way: I do not have erectile dysfunction. I know, I know. Every man I’ve ever dated has Googled my bylines like it’s a TSA PreCheck screening, using my journalism as evidence in a trial. But hearing about Ro Sparks, Ro’s fast-acting ED treatment, my immediate...
One week in a foster home can dramatically improve shelter dogs' lives
Millions of dogs enter U.S. animal shelters each year, and while many eventually find new homes, the experience can be deeply stressful. Loud kennels, erratic routines, and isolation all take a toll on their well-being.
Oscars 2026 Streaming Guide: Where to Watch This Year’s Nominated Films Online
It isn’t too late to get through all the best Oscar-nominated films ahead of the Academy Awards ceremony this March. Luckily, most of this year’s big awards winners are already available on streaming, or at least available to rent/purchase on Prime Video and Apple TV+. Both of this year’s bigg...
Keir Starmer and his team ‘to take burner phones to China to prevent spying’
The prime minister’s trip to Beijing has prompted concerns over security risks
15 Best Work Boots for Men in 2026, According to GQ Editors
Constructing an impenetrable cold-weather outfit? Let these shoes do the heavy lifting.
Writers Guild Awards Nominations Revealed
The winners will be unveiled at March 8 ceremonies in New York and L.A.
These Feature-Packed Earbuds Are Less Than $50
Anker knocks almost half the cost off its already budget-friendly earbuds.
Hypercubic (YC F25) Is Hiring a Founding SWE and COBOL Engineer
Article URL: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/hypercubic/jobs Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46784491 Points: 0 # Comments: 0
Padres predicted to sign $15M 3-time Cy-Young winner, World Series Champion amid Yu Darvish saga
The Padres are going to have to get another arm amid this Yu Darvish saga.
‘One Battle After Another,’ Sinners,’ ‘Hamnet’ Get More Validation With Writers Guild Nominations
Three Oscar-nominated screenplays were ineligible under WGA rules The post ‘One Battle After Another,’ Sinners,’ ‘Hamnet’ Get More Validation With Writers Guild Nominations appeared first on TheWrap.
‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners,’ ‘Hamnet’ Get More Validation With Writers Guild Nominations
Three other Oscar-nominated screenplays were ineligible under WGA rules The post ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners,’ ‘Hamnet’ Get More Validation With Writers Guild Nominations appeared first on TheWrap.
Brothers were predators masquerading as party boys, New York court hears
Defense in sexual abuse trial of property magnates Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander urges jurors to reject ‘monstrous story’Three brothers, two of them real estate agents who catered to the jet-set crowd, used a playbook over a 12-year stretch that sometimes involved drugging women and girls before ...
Europe's next-generation weather satellite sends back first images
The first images from the Meteosat Third Generation-Sounder satellite have been shared at the European Space Conference in Brussels, showing how the mission will provide data on temperature and humidity, for more accurate weather forecasting over Europe and northern Africa.
Sean Payton Makes Feelings Clear on Davis Webb’s Potential Raiders Move
Davis Webb is garnering interest as the Las Vegas Raiders' next head coach, which led Sean Payton to send a clear message.
Neil Young gives Greenlanders free access to his music to ease ‘unwarranted stress and threats’ from Trump
Neil Young says he’s giving Greenlanders free access to his music to help alleviate “unwarranted stress and threats” they may be experiencing due to President Trump’s desire to gain sovereignty over the island. “I’m honored to give a free year’s access to neilyoungarchives.com to all...
Alex Vindman, key figure in Trump's first impeachment, enters Florida Senate race
Vindman was serving on the National Security Council in 2019 when Trump pressured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to investigate Joe Biden.
Smoking, blood pressure and diabetes each show distinct dementia-related brain changes
Almost half of all dementia cases can be attributed to risk factors that we can potentially influence ourselves, such as smoking and high blood pressure. A new study from Lund University shows which risk factors are associated with two of our most common causes of dementia—Alzheimer's disease and ...
Did You Feel It? Expanding use of an earthquake crowdsourcing tool
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) crowdsourcing platform Did You Feel It? (DYFI) rapidly transforms people's earthquake shaking intensity experiences into detailed maps of damage extent. While the tool's reach is global, language and technology barriers prevent participation in certain areas, accord...
Witch Club Satan Announces First Ever North American Tour
For the first time, Norwegian black metalers Witch Club Satan are coming to the States. Dubbed the Founding of the North American Coven tour, the trek will run from May 27 through June 16, spanning 16 dates across the U.S. and Canada. “We feel like it’s the right time to head overseas and provid...
When Tesla reports earnings, this could be the biggest highlight
The Elon Musk-led EV maker has had trouble selling cars the way it once did. But a growing energy business and AI plans are helping pick up the slack.
Tony Romo Reacts to NFL Fan Backlash Following 9th Season With CBS
CBS Sports color commentator Tony Romo responded to fan backlash following his ninth season calling games for the network.
UN experts condemn US move to strip migrant children of legal aid
Jan 27 - U.N. human rights experts on Tuesday denounced the Trump administration's decision last year to cut legal aid for unaccompanied children in U.S. immigration proceedings.
The Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Set Is Up for Preorder
Yet another MTG Universes Beyond set, Marvel Super Heroes, is up for preorder.
Research reveals how the brain turns experience into memory—with help from a tiny protein
Why some memories persist while others vanish has fascinated scientists for more than a century. Now, new research from the Stowers Institute has identified the mechanism that makes a fleeting moment unforgettable. In a study that culminates more than 20 years of work, Stowers scientists have provid...
Marine volcanic plateaus tied to at least 4 Triassic extinction events
Mass extinctions are extremely catastrophic events on Earth. Throughout Earth's evolutionary history, numerous mass extinctions have occurred, with five major mass extinctions being particularly representative. These extinctions have reshaped the course of life's evolution on Earth. In addition to t...
Freezing temperatures to continue into the weekend in historic cold spell
Dozens of cold-related deaths have occurred across the country, with more freezing temperatures expected to continue later into the week in a historic cold spell. NBC News’ Angie Lassman looks at the forecast for the coming week and Marquise Francis reports on travel hazards.
How a vital DNA protection protein complex adapts to new threats without compromising its essential functions
In Lewis Carroll's "Through the Looking-Glass," Alice is stuck in a never-ending race with the Red Queen yet never gains a lead. "It takes all the running you can do to keep in the same place," the Queen says. "Though we typically use this metaphor to describe evolutionary arms races between hosts a...
The French government is ditching Zoom and Microsoft Teams for a home-grown alternative
The French government is saying au revoir to Microsoft Teams and Zoom as it embraces a home-grown alternative. By next year, civil servants across all departments will have switched to French videoconference platform Visio, as EuroNews reports.As with Teams and Zoom, Visio has an AI-powered transcri...
Trump delivers economic remarks in Iowa
Watch live coverage as President Trump speaks on the economy in Clive, Iowa.
Anthropic doubles VC fundraising to $20bn on surging investor demand
Company in talks to raise new funds from Coatue, GIC, Iconiq and Sequoia at $350bn valuation
Philadelphia Phillies fan favorite Harrison Bader signs with rival team
A tough loss for Philadelphia.
Raiders predicted to hire Kyle Shanahan disciple as next head coach
The Las Vegas Raiders are predicted to hire a Kyle Shanahan disciple to be their next head coach after firing Pete Carroll.
China’s CMOC makes US$1 billion Brazil gold push as bullion jumps on rising global risks
One of China’s largest mining companies has taken control of three gold mines in Brazil in a deal worth about US$1 billion, as gold prices hit historic highs amid rising economic and geopolitical uncertainty in the United States and a global flight to safe assets. CMOC said on Tuesday it assumed o...
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Keeps On Getting Better Ahead Of Its Sequel
After grossing $1 billion+ on its debut, this trending film on Prime Video has started a promising cinematic franchise, and it continues to age well.
The Fed releases its latest interest rate decision Wednesday. Here's what to expect
This week's meeting offers little suspense and probably not much action, even as massive changes loom over the Fed's longer-term direction.
Mets Optimistic About Bo Bichette Position Change After Early Third Base Workouts
The New York Mets are shifting Bo Bichette to third base, and early workouts show he is handling the transition well.
Clawdbot sheds skin to become Moltbot, can't slough off security issues
The massively hyped agentic personal assistant has security experts wondering why anyone would install it Security concerns for the new agentic AI tool formerly known as Clawdbot remain, despite a rebrand prompted by trademark concerns raised by Anthropic. Would you be comfortable handing the keys t...
Trump offers support for embattled Noem amid ICE uproar
President Trump on Tuesday voiced support for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem amid increased pressure lobbed by Democrats and Republicans over her initial response to the shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. While on his way to Iowa to deliver a speech on the economy, Trump plainly said �...
Could BigBear.ai Stock Go to $0?
Not every AI stock is a runaway success story.
'Stone Cold' Brook smashes Sri Lanka - and imaginary beers - after torrid winter
Harry Brook's winter has been dogged by unwanted headlines.
WATCH: 'You can't have guns. You can't walk in with guns,' Trump says of Alex Pretti killing
The president's remarks reiterates a talking point from the administration that Pretti should not have brought a legally carried handgun to the scene — a position that has infuriated gun rights advocates.
DHS Reacts After Agents Accused of Leaving 'Death Cards' in Detainees Cars
A DHS spokesperson told Newsweek ICE agents are being held “to the highest professional standard.”
Euston HS2 back on track say ministers as final tunnelling begins
First of two 1,600-tonne boring machines drilling the 4.5 miles from Old Oak Common station switched on in LondonMinisters have pledged that a redeveloped Euston HS2 station will be big enough to “serve the nation” as tunnelling began for the last miles of high-speed railway into central London....
It looks like two new budget-centric Nothing smartphone could arrive soon
Regulatory filings across the UAE, EU, and India suggest Nothing's upcoming Phone 4a lineup is nearing launch, with budget pricing, big batteries, and a potential U.S. Beta Program debut. The post It looks like two new budget-centric Nothing smartphone could arrive soon appeared first on Digital Tre...
Chanel couture gets a breath of fresh air — and a star-studded audience
Fashion powerhouse Chanel stacked the Paris front row like a movie premiere Tuesday, with stars from Nicole Kidman to Dua Lipa to Penélope Cruz, then handed the spotlight to its new designer, Matthieu Blazy, for his much-anticipated couture debut
Children could be sent to pubs if cafes and soft plays shut down, Labour MP warns
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced every pub in England will get 15 per cent off its business rates bill
Why investors shouldn't cash out on Corning's monster rally just yet
Shares surged more than 16% after CNBC reported that Corning inked a new deal with Meta Platforms.
Amazon Fresh and Go no more: All 72 stores closing nationwide
Amazon said it will instead focus on its Whole Foods Market and same-day grocery delivery services
‘One in a Million’ Review: An Epic Syrian Refugee Documentary Offers a Vivid, Nuanced Portrait of Exile
Following a Syrian family for more than 10 years as they flee civil war and resettle in Germany, Itab Azzam and Jack MacInnes' film offers rare insight into the complexities of finding a place to call home.
Why Micron Stock Popped Again Today
If Micron can hit the targets Wall Street is setting for it, the stock looks like a buy.
ADULT. Announce Album and Tour, Share Video for New Song
Kissing Luck Goodbye is out March 27 on Dais Records
Charli xcx’s ‘Brat’ Era Is a ‘Dead Horse’ She Can’t Stop Beating in ‘Residue’ Video Featuring a Major Celeb Cameo
The track was created by A.G. Cook for the pop star's The Moment.
149 Million Gmail, Facebook Passwords Stolen: Has Yours Been Leaked?
DemandSage reported that 30 percent of global data breaches are caused by weak passwords.
Geoff Keighley Forced To Declare He Has No Financial Stake In Highguard As He’s Swarmed By Unhinged Haters
The Game Awards host is catching a ton of strays for showing the game at the event The post Geoff Keighley Forced To Declare He Has No Financial Stake In <em>Highguard</em> As He’s Swarmed By Unhinged Haters appeared first on Kotaku.
Airports step up screenings after Nipah virus cases in India
Health officials across parts of Asia are stepping up disease checks after several people in India were diagnosed with Nipah virus, a rare but deadly infection that can spread from animals to humans.
Trump on Noem's future at DHS
President Trump took questions from reporters before heading to Iowa to discuss the U.S. economy and said Homeland Security Kristi Noem is not going to step down from her role. CBS News' Ian Lee and Ed O'Keefe have more as scrutiny mounts over immigration raids in Minnesota.
