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The statement from the royal family came as the police force for the region surrounding much of London confirmed it was assessing information suggesting that Mountbatten-Windsor had shared confidential government information with Epstein when the then-prince was a British trade envoy.
King Charles says royals would cooperate with police as his brother Andrew's Epstein ties draw new scrutiny
King Charles III says the royal family will support U.K. police as they look into a report that the monarch's brother Andrew shared secret info with Epstein.
www.cbsnews.com
February 11, 2026 at 2:49 PM
The statement from the royal family came as the police force for the region surrounding much of London confirmed it was assessing information suggesting that Mountbatten-Windsor had shared confidential government information with Epstein when the then-prince was a British trade envoy.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said more than 25 people are injured, including two who were airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries, after the shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
School shootings are rare in Canada.
School shootings are rare in Canada.
Shootings at school and home in British Columbia, Canada, leave 10 dead
A shooting at a school in British Columbia left seven people dead, while two more were found dead at a nearby home, authorities said. A woman who police believe to be the shooter also was killed.
www.npr.org
February 11, 2026 at 12:59 PM
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said more than 25 people are injured, including two who were airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries, after the shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
School shootings are rare in Canada.
School shootings are rare in Canada.
The site was designated a national monument by President Barack Obama in June, 2016, becoming the first federal monument dedicated to LGBTQ+ rights.
Trump admin removes pride flag from Stonewall National Monument
The National Park Service (NPS) removed the rainbow flag inside the Stonewall National Monument -- the first federal monument dedicated to LGBTQ+ rights.
abcnews.com
February 10, 2026 at 10:51 PM
The site was designated a national monument by President Barack Obama in June, 2016, becoming the first federal monument dedicated to LGBTQ+ rights.
Why did it take Thomas Massie and me going to the Justice Department to get these six men’s identities to become public?” he asked from the House floor. “And if we found six men that they were hiding in two hours, imagine how many men they are covering up for in those 3 million files.”
House Dem identifies ‘wealthy, powerful men’ DOJ redacted in Epstein files
Rep. Ro Khanna read out the names of the six individuals on the House floor, where they will now be entered into the Congressional Record.
www.politico.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Why did it take Thomas Massie and me going to the Justice Department to get these six men’s identities to become public?” he asked from the House floor. “And if we found six men that they were hiding in two hours, imagine how many men they are covering up for in those 3 million files.”
Whether this proves real or simply threatened to keep uncertainty high — blocking or barricading bridges is a self-defeating move.
"Through decades of collaboration, Canada and the United States build things together, create jobs together and compete globally together.
"Through decades of collaboration, Canada and the United States build things together, create jobs together and compete globally together.
Trump threatens to block opening of Gordie Howe border bridge between Detroit and Canada
President Trump said Monday he would block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Canada "until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given th...
www.cbsnews.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Whether this proves real or simply threatened to keep uncertainty high — blocking or barricading bridges is a self-defeating move.
"Through decades of collaboration, Canada and the United States build things together, create jobs together and compete globally together.
"Through decades of collaboration, Canada and the United States build things together, create jobs together and compete globally together.
Ogles called the show “pure smut” and claimed that it featured “explicit displays of gay sexual acts, women gyrating provocatively, and Bad Bunny shamelessly grabbing his crotch while dry-humping the air”. He said the lyrics “openly glorified sodomy and countless other unspeakable depravities.”
Republican Congressman Calls for Investigation Into Bad Bunny Halftime Show
Rep. Andy Ogles accused the NFL and NBC of broadcasting a sexually explicit performance during the Super Bowl.
time.com
February 10, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Ogles called the show “pure smut” and claimed that it featured “explicit displays of gay sexual acts, women gyrating provocatively, and Bad Bunny shamelessly grabbing his crotch while dry-humping the air”. He said the lyrics “openly glorified sodomy and countless other unspeakable depravities.”
The immigration court held that the Department of Homeland Security had not met its burden of proving removability, and the immigration court thereby terminated removal proceedings against Ms. Ozturk,” she wrote.
Immigration judge declines to deport Tufts student targeted by ICE over op-ed
The Trump administration terminated Rumeysa Ozturk’s student visa after she co-authored an article in the student paper critical of Israel.
www.courthousenews.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:44 AM
The immigration court held that the Department of Homeland Security had not met its burden of proving removability, and the immigration court thereby terminated removal proceedings against Ms. Ozturk,” she wrote.
Minnesota gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson has dropped out of the governor’s race after his daughter was killed on Saturday night in St. Cloud, according to an announcement from the Republican Party of Minnesota.
Gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson drops out of race after daughter killed in St. Cloud
Jeff Johnson has dropped out of the governor's race after his daughter was tragically killed over the weekend, the Republican Party of Minnesota says.
kstp.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:42 AM
Minnesota gubernatorial candidate Jeff Johnson has dropped out of the governor’s race after his daughter was killed on Saturday night in St. Cloud, according to an announcement from the Republican Party of Minnesota.
Cuban officials also announced Monday that bank hours have been reduced and cultural events suspended. In Havana, the public bus system has effectively ground to a halt, leaving residents stranded as endemic power outages and grueling fuel lines reach a breaking point.
Airlines will no longer be able to refuel on Cuba as U.S. blockade deepens island's energy crisis
Cuban aviation officials have warned airlines that there isn't enough fuel for airplanes to refuel on the island, the latest step in its moves to ration energy as the Trump administration cuts the Car...
www.pbs.org
February 10, 2026 at 1:14 AM
Cuban officials also announced Monday that bank hours have been reduced and cultural events suspended. In Havana, the public bus system has effectively ground to a halt, leaving residents stranded as endemic power outages and grueling fuel lines reach a breaking point.
Bad Bunny made good on his promise that viewers didn’t need to learn Spanish in order to enjoy his halftime show.
It was a dance party with a message, one that was blasted on a screen at Levi’s Stadium as he closed out his set: “The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.”
It was a dance party with a message, one that was blasted on a screen at Levi’s Stadium as he closed out his set: “The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.”
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show performance redefined what it means to be an American patriot | CNN
In just over 13 minutes worth of music, stars and symbolism, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny rewrote what it means to be American in a time of strife.
www.cnn.com
February 9, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Bad Bunny made good on his promise that viewers didn’t need to learn Spanish in order to enjoy his halftime show.
It was a dance party with a message, one that was blasted on a screen at Levi’s Stadium as he closed out his set: “The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.”
It was a dance party with a message, one that was blasted on a screen at Levi’s Stadium as he closed out his set: “The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.”
The jeopardy faced by the royal family could be seen Monday when King Charles visited Lancashire, in north west England. While most of the public clapped, cheered and waved flags, one person shouted, “How long have you known about Andrew?” the BBC reported.
Prince William and Princess Catherine express deep concern for Epstein victims
Prince William and Princess Catherine on Monday expressed concern for the victims of Jeffrey Epstein, as the British monarchy seeks to distance itself from revelations about the former Prince Andrew’s...
abcnews.go.com
February 9, 2026 at 12:52 PM
The jeopardy faced by the royal family could be seen Monday when King Charles visited Lancashire, in north west England. While most of the public clapped, cheered and waved flags, one person shouted, “How long have you known about Andrew?” the BBC reported.
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February 9, 2026 at 6:50 AM
Buckner, a retired US Army colonel who served for more than 2 decades, said his firm has briefed more boards in the past 11 months than in the previous 14 years combined. Increasingly, Buckner said, boards view CEOs and other C-suite members as assets that must be protected.
Why more CEOs and boards are worrying about security: 'The risk is everywhere.'
Threats to executives are pushing companies like Starbucks and Disney to boost CEO security and mandate the use of corporate jets for personal travel.
www.businessinsider.com
February 8, 2026 at 10:34 PM
Buckner, a retired US Army colonel who served for more than 2 decades, said his firm has briefed more boards in the past 11 months than in the previous 14 years combined. Increasingly, Buckner said, boards view CEOs and other C-suite members as assets that must be protected.
"We don't mind the religion at all. We're for that," said Kc Knox of Redding. "What we don't like is having a hate organization, Turning Point USA, here in Redding. We don't (want them) here on any campuses, corrupting the youth with the hate and right-wing propaganda."
Redding protest targets Turning Point USA event that gets large crowd
Protesters gathered outside Redding Civic Auditorium while supporters attended an event hosted by the late Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA.
www.redding.com
February 8, 2026 at 10:17 PM
"We don't mind the religion at all. We're for that," said Kc Knox of Redding. "What we don't like is having a hate organization, Turning Point USA, here in Redding. We don't (want them) here on any campuses, corrupting the youth with the hate and right-wing propaganda."
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Follow these great resisters, all accounts vetted, and let's make sure we're #StrongerTogether. Mid-terms are coming up soon. Together we can mobilize!
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#StopTheMadness
It's Sunday, you know the drill at pack #45, right 😊
Follow these great resisters, all accounts vetted, and let's make sure we're #StrongerTogether. Mid-terms are coming up soon. Together we can mobilize!
Please repost 🔄 and if you go to protests: stay safe!
#StopTheMadness
February 8, 2026 at 9:57 PM
✨ SUPER SUNDAY PACK ✨
It's Sunday, you know the drill at pack #45, right 😊
Follow these great resisters, all accounts vetted, and let's make sure we're #StrongerTogether. Mid-terms are coming up soon. Together we can mobilize!
Please repost 🔄 and if you go to protests: stay safe!
#StopTheMadness
It's Sunday, you know the drill at pack #45, right 😊
Follow these great resisters, all accounts vetted, and let's make sure we're #StrongerTogether. Mid-terms are coming up soon. Together we can mobilize!
Please repost 🔄 and if you go to protests: stay safe!
#StopTheMadness
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February 6, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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We have dumb ass voters to thank for this who thought Trump was "good on the economy" and the price of eggs was too high...
I guess losing our democracy and destroying public health was worth it? 🤬
#ProudBlue
I guess losing our democracy and destroying public health was worth it? 🤬
#ProudBlue
Q: What does it mean if the US loses its measles elimination status?
Doctor: It signals we’re reversing public-health progress. Preventable illnesses will rise and strain the system—especially children’s hospitals, which have already lost 20% of bed capacity.
Doctor: It signals we’re reversing public-health progress. Preventable illnesses will rise and strain the system—especially children’s hospitals, which have already lost 20% of bed capacity.
February 7, 2026 at 1:02 AM
We have dumb ass voters to thank for this who thought Trump was "good on the economy" and the price of eggs was too high...
I guess losing our democracy and destroying public health was worth it? 🤬
#ProudBlue
I guess losing our democracy and destroying public health was worth it? 🤬
#ProudBlue
"The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. He has damaged our party, our country and trust in politics itself," McSweeney said in a statement. "When asked, I advised the Prime Minister to make that appointment and I take full responsibility for that advice."
Epstein files: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff quits over appointment of Mandelson as ambassador
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff resigned over the furor surrounding the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the U.K. ambassador to the U.S.
www.cnbc.com
February 8, 2026 at 6:09 PM
"The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. He has damaged our party, our country and trust in politics itself," McSweeney said in a statement. "When asked, I advised the Prime Minister to make that appointment and I take full responsibility for that advice."
The question of “Am I doing enough?!” is the very reason why I’m now considering running for the Democratic nomination in New York’s 12th Congressional district.
I’m exploring a run for Congress-here is why!
NY's 12th Congressional District in Manhattan
deanobeidallah.substack.com
February 8, 2026 at 6:01 PM
The question of “Am I doing enough?!” is the very reason why I’m now considering running for the Democratic nomination in New York’s 12th Congressional district.
Fallout from release of the Epstein files has reached beyond high-profile figures like Prince Andrew, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, and U.S. political leaders, including the Clintons. Now, Norway’s ambassador to Jordan and Iraq, Mona Juul, has stepped aside while her ties are investigated.
Norwegian Ambassador to Jordan steps aside amid Epstein fallout
The ongoing fallout from the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files has expanded beyond high-profile figures like Prince Andrew, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, and U.S. political leaders, includi...
knews.kathimerini.com.cy
February 8, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Fallout from release of the Epstein files has reached beyond high-profile figures like Prince Andrew, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, and U.S. political leaders, including the Clintons. Now, Norway’s ambassador to Jordan and Iraq, Mona Juul, has stepped aside while her ties are investigated.
The Kid Rock–backed Rock the Country festival is no longer moving forward in South Carolina, after a wave of artist withdrawals effectively collapsed one of its scheduled tour stops.
Kid Rock-Led 'Rock the Country' Festival Canceled, All Performers Pull Out
The Kid Rock-led 'Rock The Country' Festival has been can...
www.complex.com
February 8, 2026 at 4:34 PM
The Kid Rock–backed Rock the Country festival is no longer moving forward in South Carolina, after a wave of artist withdrawals effectively collapsed one of its scheduled tour stops.
Martinez, a member of the Iberville Parish Council, earned 62% of the vote against Daigle, a small-business owner and member of the Greater Baton Rouge Port Commission
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez wins District 60 seat, replacing Chad Brown
Martinez, a Democrat and Iberville Parish Council member won Saturday's special election with 62% of the vote against small business owner and port commission member Brad Daigle.
www.theadvocate.com
February 8, 2026 at 7:38 AM
Martinez, a member of the Iberville Parish Council, earned 62% of the vote against Daigle, a small-business owner and member of the Greater Baton Rouge Port Commission