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Washington Post C.E.O. Will Lewis Steps Down After Stormy Tenure - The New York Times
Washington Post C.E.O. Will Lewis Steps Down After Stormy Tenure The New York TimesWashington Post publisher Will Lewis abruptly steps down, days after massive layoffs gut the newspaper cnn.comWashington Post chief executive steps down after mass lay-offs BBC'Washington Post' CEO resigns after going AWOL during massive job cuts NPRThe Bloodbath at Washington Post Is All Jeff Bezos’s Fault The Intercept
Whistle-Blower Report Involved Intelligence About a Trump Contact - The New York Times
Whistle-Blower Report Involved Intelligence About a Trump Contact The New York TimesTrump news at a glance: Tulsi Gabbard faces mounting questions over handling of intelligence intercept The GuardianWhistleblower Aid Chief Legal Counsel sends new correspondence to Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard Whistleblower AidExclusive | Classified Whistleblower Complaint About Tulsi Gabbard Stalls Within Her Agency The Wall Street JournalTulsi […]
Amazon MGM Goes on Offense as ‘Melania’ Risks Getting Sacked at Super Bowl Box Office - The Hollywood Reporter
Amazon MGM Goes on Offense as ‘Melania’ Risks Getting Sacked at Super Bowl Box Office The Hollywood Reporter‘Melania’ and the Real Housewives of Washington The New York TimesThe women who saw Melania in theaters: ‘If you’re Republican, this is girls’ night’ The GuardianThe Meaning of ‘Melania’ The AtlanticAmazon is expanding 'Melania' to nearly 300 more theaters after a better-than-expected […]
Zelensky says Russia is proposing huge economic deals with U.S. - The Washington Post
Zelensky says Russia is proposing huge economic deals with U.S. The Washington PostRussia offers US US$12trn cooperation package – Zelenskyy Українська правдаRussia offered US £9tn co-operation deal, Zelensky says The TelegraphZelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv The Kyiv IndependentRussia Pitched US $12 Trillion Economic Deal, Zelensky Says Kyiv Post
Nithya Raman Announces She Will Run for Los Angeles Mayor - The New York Times
Nithya Raman Announces She Will Run for Los Angeles Mayor The New York TimesCouncilmember Nithya Raman to run for L.A. mayor, challenging onetime ally Karen Bass latimes.comKaren Bass draws last-minute challenge from progressive ally in LA PoliticoLos Angeles city council member Nithya Raman enters mayoral race The GuardianLos Angeles mayor's race kicks off amid homelessness, raids and fallout from […]
Thailand election: Voters head to the polls in high-stakes election - BBC
Thailand election: Voters head to the polls in high-stakes election BBCIn Bid to Lead Thailand, a Progressive Party Softens Its Image The New York TimesWill pro-military message bring Thailand’s ‘most hawkish’ party to power? Al JazeeraThailand votes in three-way race as risk of instability looms ReutersThe pro-democracy People’s party is leading the polls, but Thailand has been here before The […]

Brad Arnold, lead singer of 3 Doors Down, dies at 47 February 8, 2026
The band announced Arnold's death in a social media post, which said he had "helped redefine mainstream rock music, blending post-grunge accessibility with emotionally direct songwriting."
Christopher Goffard
With a dose of paranoia and a charming cast, 'The 'Burbs' draws you into its mystery February 7, 2026
Led by Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall and featuring a quirky cast of characters, Peacock's horror-comedy mystery series dilutes some the suspense but it's still a good time.
Robert Lloyd
Winter Olympics opening ceremony was a sleek Italian spectacle, as only that country could deliver February 7, 2026
There are few opportunities to mount an event of this scale, but the Olympics host country showed what it was made of through performances by Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli and Sabrina Impacciatore.
Robert Lloyd
Lil Jon's son Nathan Smith, who performed as DJ Young Slade, is found dead in Georgia February 6, 2026
Rapper Lil Jon's son Nathan Smith was found dead Friday in a Georgia park pond after going missing Tuesday morning. The 27-year-old performed as DJ Young Slade.
Christie D'Zurilla
From Iceland, 'The Love That Remains' shows a fractured family tied to the landscape February 6, 2026
Filmmaker Hylnur Pálmason serves as his own cinematographer to capture the story of a family in dissolution, splitting up yet linked by routine.
Robert Abele
A beautiful town haunted by its own racism gets its close-up in 'Natchez' February 6, 2026
Sensitively directed by Suzannah Herbert, a documentary about a small plantation town's ugly past — and lingering present — reveals a South still in conflict.
Robert Abele
Twisted Sister's future uncertain after Dee Snider resigns and 50th anniversary shows are canceled February 6, 2026
After Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider resigns over 'a series of health challenges,' the band cancels all of its planned 50th anniversary concerts.
Tracy Brown
Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino lambasts Wasserman Music, citing Epstein connections February 6, 2026
Agency founder Casey Wasserman — also the head of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics committee — was included in a recently released tranche of federal documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
August Brown
Congress fears the loss of jobs in Hollywood amid Warner Bros. acquisition February 6, 2026
While Netflix and Paramount fight for Warner Bros. Discovery, California lawmakers are concerned about where the acquisition will leave Hollywood's workforce.
Cerys Davies
California introduces a new ticketing bill with a price cap February 6, 2026
A new bill introduced in the state legislature would make it illegal to resell tickets for more than 10% over face value.
Cerys Davies

US news anchor says 'we will pay' for mother's safe return February 8, 2026
"We received your message," the US news anchor says in the latest video plea for the return of her mother Nancy Guthrie, 84, who is believed abducted.
The household names that appear in the files February 8, 2026
Millions of Epstein-related documents released by the US justice department include the names of the world's rich and powerful.
The Papers: 'Pay off for Mandelson' and 'relegation battle' February 8, 2026
The continued fallout from the government's handling of the Peter Mandelson scandal dominates Sunday's papers.
How Britain became a fried chicken nation February 8, 2026
An internet craze for American-style chicken has come to the UK, but what does it mean for traditional chippies?
My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned February 8, 2026
Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.
'I’m obsessed with bar livestreams. All the drama of a night out - from my sofa' February 8, 2026
There's been a surge in people watching such streams on TikTok, but bars say they face sanctions.
We're unable to grieve for dad ahead of Nottingham attacks inquiry February 8, 2026
Ian Coates's sons say they hope the public inquiry into the killings will bring them closure.
Hillsborough parents' 'last battle for daughters' February 8, 2026
Jenni and Trevor Hicks are leading a new campaign to correct official court records from the 1990s.
Why Prince William's Saudi Arabia visit is a diplomatic maze February 8, 2026
The Prince of Wales has been on many official visits - but few places are as sensitive or controversial as Saudi Arabia.
No big names. No big budget. But Heated Rivalry is a big hit February 8, 2026
The made-on-a-shoe-string, Canadian-produced series is taking the world by storm.

Target Darts Omni Auto Scoring System Hits the Mark February 7, 2026
Step up to the oche and hit the bull’s-eye with this automatic darts scoring system for online play.
Simon Hill
4 Best Website Builders (2026), Tested and Reviewed February 7, 2026
Don't fuss around with files and servers. Just use one of these WIRED-tested website builders.
Jacob Roach, Matthew S. Smith
Sony's Biggest QLED Screens See Big Discounts This Weekend February 7, 2026
You can grab a lower price on some of Sony's biggest QLED panels.
Brad Bourque
The Technologies Changing How You’ll Watch the 2026 Winter Olympic Games February 7, 2026
From drones with “first-person” visualization to real-time 360-degree replays and Olympics GPT, get ready to immerse yourself in the Winter Games in Milan and Cortina.
Mila Fiordalisi
The 7 Best Automatic Litter Boxes (2025) Our Cats Would Recommend February 7, 2026
With these high-tech automatic litter boxes, gone are the days of scooping and smells. Welcome to the future.
Molly Higgins
Moltbook, the Social Network for AI Agents, Exposed Real Humans’ Data February 7, 2026
Plus: Apple’s Lockdown mode keeps the FBI out of a reporter’s phone, Elon Musk’s Starlink cuts off Russian forces, and more.
Andy Greenberg, Lily Hay Newman
Gear News of the Week: Google's Pixel 10a Arrives Soon, and Valve Delays Its Steam Hardware February 7, 2026
Plus: Dexcom updates its app, Fitbit founders create a new family caregiving app, and Blink has a new outdoor security camera.
Julian Chokkattu
Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Xplorer Grip Pro Kit Review: An Even Better Action Camera February 7, 2026
Want to turn your action camera into a point-and-shoot? Insta360’s new accessory makes the Ace Pro 2 into a great pocket camera alternative.
Scott Gilbertson
7 Steps to Better Financial Health You Can Take Right Now February 7, 2026
The beginning of the year is a great time to take a hard look at your expenses and savings. Take these concrete steps to fix up your finances in about a day.
Jill Duffy
ICE Agent’s ‘Dragging’ Case May Help Expose Evidence in Renee Good Shooting February 6, 2026
The government has withheld details of the investigation of Renee Good’s killing—but an unrelated case involving the ICE agent who shot her could force new revelations.
Dell Cameron