Machado says she 'presented' peace prize to Trump
Machado says she 'presented' peace prize to Trump
Black midwife's death highlights racial gap in maternal mortality
The death of a Black midwife following complications from giving birth has renewed difficult questions surrounding inequities in Black maternal health care. Black women are still three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. Stephanie Sy reports.
Resident Evil Requiem Showcase Reveals Grace And Leon Gameplay Differences
Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem Showcase didn't reveal much about the story, but it did go into detail about how the game will change depending upon which character you're playing, and the title will also introduce new difficulty settings to the franchise. The new heroine, Grace Ashcroft, will repres...
An Unfolding Scientific Revolution in Cosmology
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Cisco finally fixes max-severity bug under active attack for weeks
This is a threat to security - and to the weekend for some unlucky netadmins Cisco finally delivered a fix for a maximum-severity bug in AsyncOS that has been under attack for at least a month.…
Grok undressed the mother of one of Elon Musk’s kids — and now she’s suing
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of X owner Elon Musk's children, is suing his company for enabling its AI to virtually strip her down into a bikini without her consent. St. Clair is one of the many people over the past couple weeks who have found themselves undressed without permission by X's AI...
WATCH: Machado tells reporters why she presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented the medal to Trump "as a recognition for his unique commitment with our freedom."
Texas Is Getting 2 Million Free Eggs
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Venezuela opposition leader Machado says she 'presented' her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
The White House said President Trump met with María Corina Machado to have 'frank and positive discussion about what's taking place in Venezuela.'
Tokyo's Yamanote Line suspended due to power outage
JR East said Friday morning that it was unclear when services would resume on both the inner and outer loops.
White House slashes, then restores, funding to treat mental health and addiction
One day after the Trump administration cut off billions in funding for mental health and addiction programs across the country, the White House is reversing course and restoring about $2 billion in federal grants. The decision, which impacted thousands of organizations and grant recipients, was reve...
WNBA Star Angel McCoughtry Lines Up Feature Directorial Debut As Short Gets Prime Video Release Date
EXCLUSIVE: Decorated former WNBA star Angel McCoughtry is lining up her feature directorial debut, a thriller called Apt 6B. The two-time Olympic gold medalist and five-time All Star, who played most her career with the Atlanta Dream, is making a push into film and TV under her banner, McCoughtry En...
One Piece: Each Straw Hat's Most OP Moment, Ranked
Each Straw Hat has had at least a few moments to shine, but these are the ones that really stand out.
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This chip can make future phones thinner and faster through tiny ‘earthquakes’
A chip that produces microscopic “earthquakes” could change smartphone design, allowing manufacturers to shrink internal components while boosting signal handling and data speeds using surface acoustic wave technology. The post This chip can make future phones thinner and faster through tiny ‘...
UnderCurrent Talent Acquires Next Step Talent, Expanding Creator Roster to Nearly 300 | Exclusive
The move continues the company's rapid expansion in the creator economy after August's Project 15 acquisition The post UnderCurrent Talent Acquires Next Step Talent, Expanding Creator Roster to Nearly 300 | Exclusive appeared first on TheWrap.
Chiefs Fire Two Coaches After Missing NFL Playoffs: Report
The Kansas City Chiefs have parted ways with two offensive coaches after missing the NFL playoffs for the first time in a decade.
Russia, China unlikely to back Iran against US military threats: Experts
The two superpowers would only offer diplomatic and economic aid to Tehran.
This Nintendo Switch 2 case doubles up as a cross-body bag, and I kinda love it
The Hori Adventure Pack may not be the most stylish case I’ve tested, but its versatile, convenient model that’s well worth considering.
How to Watch Celtics vs Heat: Live Stream NBA, TV Channel
The Boston Celtics (24-15) travel to Kaseya Center to face the Miami Heat (21-19) in this Thursday night NBA matchup.
'Expected better human': Cricketer lashes out at Mary Kom; later deletes video
Cricketer Manoj Tiwary expressed deep hurt over Mary Kom's public statements about her ex-husband, Karung Onkholer Kom, highlighting the crucial role of a support system for athletes. Tiwari emphasized the importance of mutual contribution in relationships and voiced concern for Onkholer's mental we...
Where Will Joby Aviation Be in 5 Years? A Bold Prediction
FAA approval could change everything for Joby Aviation. Here's what investors need to know before the next major catalyst hits.
90% of Nvidia's Customers Now Buy This -- and It's Not GPUs
Nvidia has built an enormous networking business in just a few years.
'We ask for forgiveness': Ex-Pakistan players left embarrassed byFarhan's choice - Watch
Pakistan batter Sahibzada Farhan sparked online ridicule by choosing Ahmed Shehzad over cricketing legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag in a questionnaire. Farhan cited Shehzad as an inspiration for his own cricket journey. Former Pakistan cricketers Basit Ali and Kamran Akmal expressed...
'Negotiating down barrel of a gun': Greenland seeks US cooperation on trade, investment, mining
The recent White House meeting between officials from Greenland, Denmark and the US highlights the island’s delicate balancing act. Historical ties, modern aspirations, and the projection of global power are playing out in the Arctic, where climate, commerce, and sovereignty are tightly interwoven...
Taiwan Semiconductor's record quarter renewed investors' faith in AI stocks, Jim Cramer says
CNBC's Jim Cramer reviewed Thursday's market action.
Bills' James Cook gets ultimate disrespect in RB rankings
James just got his offseason bulletin board material.
Seahawks Announce Unfortunate Sam Darnold Injury Before 49ers Game
The Seattle Seahawks confirmed an injury update for Sam Darnold two days before their matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.
Exiled crown prince’s plan for Iran is mostly aimed at Trump, researchers say
No pursuit of nuclear weapons. Confronting drug trafficking. An immediate recognition of the state of Israel. Exporting copious amounts of oil and gas. Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi laid out his aspirations on Thursday for Iran if its theocracy is toppled – and experts say they sound exactly li...
Browns predicted to hire 3-time offensive coordinator as next head coach
The Cleveland Browns are in the market for a new head coach and one analyst predicts the team will hire a three-time offensive coordinator who had a ton of success in 2025.
Nobel Prize Center says winner is still Machado after she presented Trump with medallion
President Trump met with Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado at the White House on Thursday, as questions remain over the country's future. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Mamdani Calls for Mahmoud Khalil to 'Remain Free' After Court Loss
New York City Mayor Mamdani said the initial arrest of Khalil was an "attack on all of our constitutional rights."
Generic Ozempic drugs are about to flood the market
Semaglutide’s U.S. patents keep generics out until around 2031 or 2035, maintaining Novo Nordisk’s exclusivity and high prices
How Trump's attack on wind power is impacting the energy industry
A federal judge cleared the way for construction to resume on an offshore wind power project in New York. It's the second time this week a court ruled against the Trump administration's efforts to kill new wind power facilities. Wind is responsible for producing about 10% of all electricity in the U...
Generic Ozempic drugs are about to flood the market
Semaglutide’s U.S. patents keep generics out until around 2031 or 2035, maintaining Novo Nordisk’s exclusivity and high prices
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Reveals Worrisome News Ahead of Seahawks Playoff Game
Ahead of Saturday’s playoff showdown with Seattle, Kyle Shanahan shared concerning news regarding a star player's availability.
Chubbies cofounder Kyle Hency is back—his new startup Good Day just raised $7 million in seed funding
Good Day exclusively told Fortune they've raised $7 million in seed funding, from current investors like Ridge Ventures, FirstMark Capital, Flex Capital.
Open ISA champ SiFive leaps aboard Nvidia's proprietary interconnect bandwagon
You might call it a RISC-V/NVLink Fusion ... or a bad day for UALink RISC-V champion SiFive has joined a growing number of chip companies by throwing its weight behind Nvidia's proprietary NVLink Fusion interconnect tech, a move that casts doubt on the viability of rival interconnect tech UALink.…
3D tech preserves and reproduces masterpieces, raising ethical questions
3D scanning technology is being used to examine and replicate classic works of art. It's raising some ethical questions about what it means to preserve authenticity and democratize access in an age when the line between originals and copies grows ever thinner. Paul Solman reports for our arts and cu...
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Ending Explained: How it Connects to 28 Days Later and What it Teases for the Future
The ending of 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple reshapes the future of the franchise by bringing back an old favorite and revealing a huge revelation.
Panel postpones Trump ballroom review
The Commission of Fine Arts on Thursday postponed a review of the President Trump’s White House ballroom, as the president has not appointed new members to replace those he fired in October. Arts commissioners were meant to meet Thursday for an “information presentation” about construction on ...
Lack of coordination is leaving modern slavery victims and survivors vulnerable, say experts
Researchers at The University of Manchester are calling for stronger, coordinated partnerships to tackle modern slavery and human trafficking, warning that gaps between organizations risk leaving victims and survivors without consistent protection and support.
Jennifer Lawrence Thinks She Missed Out On ‘Once Upon a Time In Hollywood’ Role Because Trolls Said She Was “Not Pretty Enough To Play Sharon Tate”
After Margot Robbie channeled Sharon Tate 50 years after the actress’ death in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Jennifer Lawrence recently recalled chatter that she was up for the role. When asked about writer/director Quentin Tarantino’s interest in working with her, the Oscar winner said “he d...
Kathleen Kennedy Leaves Lucasfilm After 14 Years, Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan Named New Star Wars Overlords
After months of rumors, Kathleen Kennedy is officially stepping down as the President of Lucasfilm after 14 years and will be replaced by Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan, Walt Disney Studios announced Thursday.
Over half of AI projects are shelved due to complex infrastructure
The answer seems to be educating the enterprise workforce, and creating smarter use cases More than half of AI projects have been delayed or canceled within the last two years citing complexities with AI infrastructure, according to a research report commissioned by DDN, a data optimization company ...
Where do things stand between the U.S. and Iran?
A Gulf official told CBS News that Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman and Egypt have all engaged in diplomacy to try to lower the temperature between Iran and the U.S. in an effort to avoid a military conflict. CBS News senior national correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more on where things stand.
Nick Reiner Was in a Yearlong Mental Health Conservatorship in 2020: Report
The son of Rob and Michele Reiner, now charged with their murders, was on medication that appeared to be working but was changed last fall due to side effects, The New York Times reported
Star Wars shakeup: Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy steps down
Disney and Lucasfilm confirm Kathleen Kennedy's departure, Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan's ascension for Star Wars.
Ex-wife of Sinema aide accuses former Arizona senator of wrecking her marriage
Former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) has been sued by the ex-wife of a former congressional aide who is accusing the onetime Arizona senator of breaking up her 14-year marriage through “intentional and malicious interference,” according to a lawsuit filed in Moore County, N.C. The plaintiff, Hea...
Pirates could turn heads by coming to terms with this standout free agent
The Pirates could be contenders if they go out and sign this slugger.
Talarico leads Crockett in Texas Senate primary, poll finds
A new poll in the Democratic Texas Senate primary shows state Rep. James Talarico with a nine-point lead over presumed frontrunner Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Oriana Gonzalez, politics reporter for NOTUS, and Eleanor Mueller, Congress reporter for Semafor, join to discuss.
Senate passes minibus bill funding NASA, rejecting Trump's proposed cuts
After a tumultuous 2025 that saw it lose around 4,000 employees, NASA finally has an operating budget for 2026, and one that largely preserves its scientific capabilities. On Thursday, the Senate passed an appropriations bill funding NASA, alongside the National Science Foundation and a handful of o...
Bills' Keon Coleman making waves ahead of Broncos clash
This is what Buffalo needs to see.
How to watch Ponies on TVNZ+ (it's *FREE*)
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Santa Anita horse track installs slot-machine-like terminals sure to spark fight
Santa Anita gave no notice before installing slot-machine-like terminals loosely connected to horse racing. Tribes are expected to fight the move.
How to Watch Thunder vs Rockets: Live Stream NBA, TV Channel
The Oklahoma City Thunder (34-7) travel to Toyota Center to face the Houston Rockets (23-14) in this Thursday night NBA matchup.
Venezuelan national shot in leg by federal officer in Minneapolis as protests grow
President Trump is threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis to stop protests there. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak reports.
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Christie’s CEO on 2026 Art Sales Outlook
Bonnie Brennan, Christie’s CEO, discusses the 2026 art market outlook and the Jim Irsay collection with Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on “The Close.” She says Asia is a key gateway for new and younger buyers. (Source: Bloomberg)
Oil Holds Biggest Drop Since June as Iran Concerns Subside
Oil steadied after its biggest decline since June after the US indicated it would hold off on attacking Iran for now.
Gulf states engaged in intensive diplomacy to avert U.S.-Iran conflict, official says
Several key U.S. allies in the Middle East have engaged in intensive diplomacy between Iran and the United States, aiming to stave off a military conflict, a Gulf official told CBS News.
Turns Out, Leonardo DiCaprio Wasn’t Actually Miming to Teyana Taylor in Viral Golden Globes Clip | Video
The "One Battle After Another" actress previously said her co-star was excitedly waving to her about "KPop Demon Hunters" The post Turns Out, Leonardo DiCaprio Wasn’t Actually Miming to Teyana Taylor in Viral Golden Globes Clip | Video appeared first on TheWrap.
How To Use Resetti's Reset Service In Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds plenty of new features with the latest 3.0 update, including Resetti's Reset Service, which delivers a way for you to tidy up your island without doing all the manual labor yourself. There are some fees and limitations, but this guide will explain everything you ne...
Kathleen Kennedy Reflects On Departure As Lucasfilm President
Former Star Wars boss Kathleen Kennedy breaks her silence on choosing to step down from Lucasfilm as the new leadership begins their tenure.
Fiber and certain micronutrients help with healthy brain aging, study finds
Adults over the age of 65 are at increased risk of cognitive decline and developing types of neurodegenerative conditions, like Alzheimer's disease. Could certain foods and dietary patterns help prevent or slow these issues from occurring?
Alor's healing plants: A treasure trove of medical knowledge and oral tradition
"When a child has a fever, crush a 'candlenut' (fiyaai [Aleurites moluccanus]). Add water to the mixture, and apply it to the child's body. The fever will go down."
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Patrick Mahomes Reveals Ultimate Plan With Chiefs After Injury
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has shared his long-term plan following the ACL injury that ended his 2025 season.
Thomas Massie's Joke About Epstein Files in Greenland Takes Off Online
The Republican Kentucky congressman's X post is rooted in his advocacy for the comprehensive release of the Epstein files.
Yen Watchers Face Double Whammy of BOJ, Election Uncertainty
Yen traders are on edge for the risk of renewed volatility in the currency as uncertainty over the nation’s snap election grows with a Bank of Japan meeting approaching next week.