3 Ways the Trump Economy Could Affect Your Social Security in 2026 There are already indications of three big ways the Trump economy could affect Social Security in 2026. GOBankingRates · Feb 4
Musk vs Europe: World’s richest man calls Spanish PM ‘fascist’ as X hits out over French office raid Statement from X accused prosecutors of carrying out an ‘abusive’ raid of its Paris offices The Independent UK · Feb 4
I knew Trump would target Minnesota. I didn’t expect this level of violence I’m reporting on a political retribution campaign, disguised as immigration enforcement, in the community where I live The Guardian - US · Feb 4
Woody Allen’s wife, Soon-Yi Previn, told Epstein that #MeToo movement ‘went too far’ She also smeared teen victim of former congressman Anthony Weiner as ‘despicable and disgusting’ , files show The Guardian - UK · Feb 4
From Evil Empire to Super Bowl underdogs: is it OK to like the Patriots now? Under Tom Brady and Bill Belichick New England were ruthless winners. But new head coach Mike Vrabel has transformed the narrative around the team The Guardian - US · Feb 4
Exclusive: Majority of Trump voters back solar power, poll finds Trump officials are moving against renewables on several fronts. Axios · Feb 4
JD Vance tears into America’s ‘incestuous elites’ after Epstein files release - but insists Trump isn’t one of them Multiple high-profile figures including President Donald Trump, Bill Gates and Elon Musk have been mentioned in the files The Independent UK · Feb 4
Flailing Trump attorney Jeanine Pirro insists she was misunderstood when she said she ‘didn’t care’ if your guns are legal Oh I think we understood you pretty well... We Got This Covered · Feb 4
Zelenskyy calls on Trump to respond to Russia’s massive attack as talks resume in Abu Dhabi As the talks in Abu Dhabi between Ukraine, the US and Russia continue, Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the US president to respond to Moscow’s massive aerial attacks and the violation of Russia’s “energy truce” promise. Euronews · Feb 4
Nicki Minaj explains her newfound love for Trump: ‘I couldn’t handle him being bullied’ Nicki Minaj’s conversion to MAGA comes after she was embroiled in a series of controversies and feuds with her fellow stars The Independent UK · Feb 4
'Our bodies bear the cost': Patagonia's firefighters battle blazes and austerity in ancient forest Wildfires are still tearing apart the drought-stricken region of Patagonia, ravaging its once-pristine forests. Euronews · Feb 4
Customer accused of trying to ‘incite riots’ after receiving wrong steak at restaurant Police action follows multiple complaints against influencer after viral video leads to restaurant worker’s arrest The Independent UK · Feb 4
MAGA’s Bizarre Super Bowl Halftime Show Lineup Gets Brutally Roasted Online The lineup for the “patriotic” All-American Halftime Show, competing against Bad Bunny’s 2026 Super Bowl performance, was brutally mocked online. Bored Panda · Feb 4
European governments ditch US tech services over security fears European governments are moving away from US tech giants, opting for domestic or open-source alternatives The Independent UK · Feb 4
Fortune · Feb 4 Palantir CEO Alex Karp says Trump has a point about the AI race: ‘There’s a real hesitance to adopt these kind of products in the West’ Alex Karp said he sees a real “lack of adoption in Canada, Northern Europe, and in Europe in general.” It’s terrible news for politics, he added.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 4 Ukraine-Russia talks under way in Abu Dhabi in wake of ‘massive’ strikes on Kyiv – as it happened Both sides downplay chances of immediate breakthrough in US-brokered talks as western allies reportedly weigh new defence pact
The Independent UK · Feb 4 The last US-Russian nuclear pact is about to expire, ending a half-century of arms control The last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States is set to expire this week, removing any caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century
Euronews · Feb 4 Newsletter: Ukraine peace talks resume as Macron signals groundwork for talks with Putin Also in this newsletter: EU and Australia close in on free trade deal, why the digital euro is at a gridlock, and the EU and UK look set to tighten ties.
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Regulator says no defect in fuel switch after Air India pilots flag issue on flight from London Checks came after flight crew reported a fuel control switch did not ‘remain positively latched in run position’ during engine start
The Independent UK · Feb 4 What to know: India aims for consecutive T20 World Cup titles, Sri Lanka utilizing home advantage India is chasing a third Twenty20 World Cup title as the 2026 edition it is co-hosting with Sri Lanka kicks off Saturday
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Pakistan's boycott of a game against India looms over cricket's T20 World Cup Pakistan's looming boycott of a game against India threatens to overshadow cricket's Twenty20 World Cup
The Independent UK · Feb 4 British tourists ordered to leave India for putting up ‘Free Palestine’ stickers Couple accused of violating visa rules by engaging in political activities in western town that draws Israeli tourists in large numbers
The Guardian - UK · Feb 4 When Maga oligarchs control the platforms, it isn’t really a debate about ‘free speech’ Moves to ban under-16s from social media should raise deeper questions about who controls democracy’s digital infrastructure, says Guardian columnist Rafael Behr
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Kenya unveils tax breaks for EV parts and charging stations to speed up shift to electrics Kenya is rolling out tax breaks to encourage use of electric vehicles
Euronews · Feb 4 Mexico agrees to send US minimum water volume per year as Washington revises existing deal The US has reached a deal which guarantees an annual minimum of water deliveries from Mexico, replacing the old system under which Mexico had to fulfil a quota on a five-year cycle. Washington says the deal is set to help farmers in southern states, particularly in Texas.