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Gabbard Responds to Allegations About a Whistleblower File

February 8, 2026

A former intelligence director, Tulsi Gabbard, said she did not block Congress from seeing a whistleblower complaint. She claimed that once she learned the filing needed security instructions, she acted right away. The complaint was filed in May with an inspector general. It accused the top spy off

politics

USA Athletes Speak Up About Home Politics at the Olympics

February 7, 2026

The Games have started in Italy, and several American competitors are using their platform to share how the current political climate affects them. Freestyle skier Chris Lillis said he loves his country but feels “heartbroken” over recent events in Minneapolis. He hopes that viewers see the true

business

Tariffs Take a Toll on Valentine’s Day Sales

February 6, 2026

Valentine’s Day usually brings a spike in sales for small shops that sell flowers, chocolates and cards. Yet many owners are feeling the pinch as February 14 approaches because of new import duties that were announced earlier this year. Three small‑business owners shared how the changing tariffs

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Star‑Studded Show at the 2026 Winter Games Opening

February 6, 2026

The 2026 Winter Olympics kicked off with a dazzling opening ceremony at Milan’s San Siro stadium, where athletes from every nation pledged to give their best. The event was not only a sports showcase but also a cultural festival, featuring a lineup of well‑known performers that drew attention from a

politics

Police Open Case on Former PM Jagland Using Epstein Files

February 6, 2026

Norway's economic crime police unit, Oekokrim, started an investigation into former prime minister Thorbjoern Jagland. The probe focuses on allegations of aggravated corruption linked to Epstein files. It follows the release of new documents about the late U. S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Jaglan

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Georgia's Uneven Campaign Finance Rules Spark Legal Battle

January 29, 2026

In Georgia, a recent court decision has left Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger with fewer resources for his gubernatorial campaign. A federal judge turned down his request to raise unlimited funds, keeping the current campaign finance rules in place. These rules let some candidates, like Lt. Gov

crypto

Senate Panel Moves Forward with Crypto Regulation Plan

January 29, 2026

The Senate Agriculture Committee recently pushed ahead with a plan to regulate the crypto market. This move came after a vote that split along party lines. Meanwhile, other important lawmakers are still working on different parts of the same bill. The committee's plan would make the Commodity Futur

politics

Crypto's Big Money Move: Who's Really in Control?

January 29, 2026

Crypto's influence in Washington is growing, and it's not just about voting. A group called Fairshake and its allies have a massive $193 million to spend. This money is not going directly to candidates but is being used to shape the political landscape in a very specific way. Fairshake and its part

sports

South Korea's Skiing Scandals Cast Shadow Over Winter Olympics

January 29, 2026

South Korea's skiing scene is in hot water right now. Just as athletes like Mikaela Shiffrin and Lindsey Vonn are getting ready for the Winter Olympics, a big scandal hits home. The Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) is under fire for some serious allegations. First off, there's a coach accuse

business

Starbucks' Global Coffee Adventure: More Stores, More Flavors

January 29, 2026

Starbucks has big plans to grow its business around the world. The company wants to double its international presence, aiming for 40, 000 stores outside North America. This is a huge goal, but Starbucks is already doing well internationally, with a $8 billion a year business that is growing fast. O