8 Household Items That Have Gotten Much More Expensive Since Trump Took Office Here are a few such items and why they've increased in price. GOBankingRates · Feb 8
AI fakes on Minneapolis and Venezuela are spreading like wildfire - how can we tell what is real? IN DEPTH: Artificial intelligence can generate huge reams of content almost instantly, filling our timelines with videos from the bizarre to the gruesome. But experts tell Bryony Gooch that AI is poisoning an internet already rife with disinformation The Independent UK · Feb 8
MAGA's war on woke is centuries old Trump and Stephen Miller don’t just want to erase the 20th century. Their dream is much bigger than that Salon · Feb 8
Greece and Turkey look to revive rapprochement amid Aegean tensions A meeting between the leaders of Greece and Turkey next week seeks to rejuvenate a stalled rapprochement process between the neighbouring countries, amid growing tensions and fears of an unpredictable intervention by US President Donald Trump. Radio France Internationale · Feb 8
Elon Musk's Starlink entry in Pakistan delayed over data security concerns Starlink, owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk, is among five companies seeking approval to provide satellite-based internet services in Pakistan. However, officials say unresolved security considerations and broader geopolitical factors have slowed the clearance process. The report also cited the fallout between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk as… The Times of India · Feb 8
Bad Bunny to meet political moment as Maga fumes over Super Bowl show Puerto Rican superstar promises ‘the world will dance’ in all-Spanish half-time gig that comes as Trump agents wage deadly crackdown The Guardian - US · Feb 8
Why the Next Fed Chair Decision May Be the Most Consequential in Decades Kevin Warsh, Trump's Federal Reserve chair nominee, faces a delicate balancing act, both political and economic. Kiplinger · Feb 8
Why pressure from Trump probably won't push up drug prices in France US President Donald Trump claims to have pressured French President Emmanuel Macron to raise drug prices in France, arguing that Americans are overpaying while other countries undercharge. The assertion – flat out denied by France – points to a broader effort to boost US pharmaceutical companies at Europe’s expense. Radio France Internationale · Feb 8
'Never met Jeffrey': Dalai Lama denies links with Epstein files The Dalai Lama, in a statement, denied any links with Jeffrey Epstein after reports of his name being mentioned in the file surfaced. The US Justice Department’s latest release of Epstein files has reignited global controversy by dragging a fresh set of high-profile names into public debate, including US President… The Times of India · Feb 8
'Will never give up nuclear enrichment': Iran strikes defiant tone as US talks continue Iran will “never” give up uranium enrichment, even if war is imposed on the country, Iran’s foreign minister said on Sunday. Speaking at a forum in Tehran, Abbas Araghchi said Iran had “paid a very heavy price” for what it describes as its peaceful nuclear programme. The Times of India · Feb 8
Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington Wednesday to discuss Iran talks The US and Iran held indirect talks on Friday in Oman that appeared to return to the starting point on how to approach discussions over Tehran’s nuclear programme. Euronews · Feb 8
The Epstein Files: More names & documents unveil a disturbing picture Three million documents are supposed to explain everything — but do they? The Times of India · Feb 8
Greenland crisis boosted Danish apps designed to identify and help boycott US goods The makers of mobile apps designed to help shoppers identify and boycott U.S. goods say they saw a surge of interest in Denmark and beyond after the recent flare-up in tensions over Greenland The Independent UK · Feb 8
As goes the Washington Post: US democracy takes another hit under Trump Jeff Bezos’s axing of more than 300 jobs at the storied newspaper has renewed fears about the resilience of America’s democracy to withstand Trump’s attacks The Guardian - US · Feb 8
The Times of India · Feb 8 Future of a giant golden Trump statue ‘Don Colossus’ remains uncertain despite completion; here's why A colossal gold-leafed statue of Donald Trump, "Don Colossus," remains uninstalled in Ohio over a year after completion. Commissioned by crypto entrepreneurs for $360,000, sculptor Alan Cottrill claims he's still owed $92,000. The project highlights crypto venture instability and shifting alliances, with the statue potentially finding a home at Trump's…
The Independent UK · Feb 8 Cardi B praises Bad Bunny's upcoming Super Bowl halftime moment, opens up about tour and new music Bad Bunny is set to headline the Super Bowl halftime show and Cardi B says she is proud of his cultural impact and activism
The Independent UK · Feb 8 Hard hats and dummy plates: Reports of ICE ruses add to fears in Minnesota Legal observers and officials say they have received a growing number of reports of federal agents impersonating construction workers, delivery drivers and in some cases anti-ICE activists in Minnesota
Newslaundry · Feb 8 South Central 60: India-US trade deal and Karnataka’s plan to bring back student elections In the first session, hosts Pooja Prasanna and Anisha Sheth discuss the India-US trade deal and the recently announced reduction in tariffs. They are joined by senior journalists Smita Sharma and TK Arun.
The Independent UK · Feb 8 Japan PM Sanae Takaichi set to secure big majority in snap election Takaichi’s party looks to have secured a big majority according to the exit polls
The Times of India · Feb 8 China carried out covert nuclear test days after Galwan clash in June 2020: US The US has accused China of a covert nuclear test on June 22, 2020, shortly after the deadly Galwan Valley clash. This allegation, coupled with the expiry of the New START treaty, highlights the urgent need for a new global arms control framework.
Evening Standard · Feb 8 Bad Bunny is set to take on one of the world’s biggest stages – Who is he? The Grammy award-winning singer Bad Bunny is set to take on one of the world’s biggest stages to perform at the coveted Super Bowl LX halftime show.
The Guardian - US · Feb 8 The world heard JD Vance being booed at the Olympics. Except for viewers in the US The real risk for American broadcasters is not that dissent will be visible. It is that audiences will start assuming anything they do not show is being hidden
The Guardian - AU · Feb 8 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy hints June deadline for peace with Russia could be linked to US midterms Ukrainian president says US has invited Ukraine and Russia to more talks next week. What we know on day 1,446
The Guardian - US · Feb 8 Trump news at a glance: Tulsi Gabbard faces mounting questions over handling of intelligence intercept Highly sensitive communique has roiled Washington over the past week – key US politics stories from Saturday 7 February at a glance
The Independent UK · Feb 8 Paddington Bear costume designer reveals inspiration behind musical’s puppet Paddington The Musical has received rave reviews since its opening