Trump claims he keeps appearing in the Epstein files because Epstein somehow ‘conspired’ with Michael Wolff to harm him Evidently, all of the allegations against him are just a conspiracy. We Got This Covered · Feb 2
Trump’s awkward black tie evening at the Alfalfa Club flip-flopped between dead jokes and bizarre threats It was a night of poor taste and a big ego. We Got This Covered · Feb 2
Iranian protester Erfan Soltani reportedly released on bail after execution threat Soltani was most recently being held at the notorious Ghezel Hesar prison The Independent UK · Feb 2
Gold and silver prices seesaw as FTSE 100 hits record high Trump’s pick of ‘respected central banker’ Kevin Warsh as Fed chair prompts investors to sell safe haven assets The Guardian - UK · Feb 2
Iran summons EU ambassadors to protest designation of IRGC as terror group Tehran summoned EU ambassadors to protest the bloc's decision to classify Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) as a terror group. Euronews · Feb 2
Israel reopens Rafah crossing as more than 20,000 await treatment in Gaza Over 20,000 injured and wounded Palestinians are awaiting medical treatment as Israel permits 50 out at a time The Independent UK · Feb 2
Trump threatens Trevor Noah with lawsuit over ‘Epstein island’ gag at Grammys The president lashed out at the six-time Grammys host as a “total loser” who “better get his facts straight, and get them straight fast” The Independent UK · Feb 2
Donald Trump threatens to sue comedian Trevor Noah over Grammys Epstein joke He also blasted the ceremony as ‘unwatchable’. Evening Standard · Feb 2
“What Happened To This Guy?”: 10 Cringe Moments That Took Place At The 2026 Grammy Awards The awkwardness included one singer performing in his underwear, and another fumbling so hard onstage that she turned pink with embarrassment. Bored Panda · Feb 2
Current world order ‘dead’, Draghi warns Europe, as he outlines US and China threats – as it happened Former Italian PM and ECB chief says Europe must urgently unify on defence and foreign affairs The Guardian - UK · Feb 2
'Do you think you're the devil himself?' Rare new interview footage of Jeffrey Epstein emerges A video of Jeffrey Epstein has emerged in which he admits to being a sexual predator and smiles sinisterly while talking about the devil Evening Standard · Feb 2
Bulletin AM briefing: Mandelson quits Labour over Epstein ties and ICE protest at Grammys Good morning – here are five of today’s biggest stories. Peter Mandelson quits Labour Party over Epstein ‘furore’ Trump threatens legal action against ‘pathetic’ Trevor Noah Justin Bieber among celebrities to wear ‘ICE out’ pins at Grammys Luke Littler hailed ‘greatest ever’ after fourth major title win Urgent warning over… The Independent UK · Feb 2
Iran summons EU ambassadors to protest Revolutionary Guard being listed as terror group Iran says it has had summoned all of the European Union ambassadors in the Islamic Republic to protest the bloc’s listing of the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard as a terror group The Independent UK · Feb 2
Convicted sex offender Epstein’s files show Anil Ambani was in touch over deals and govt issues Note: The documents relied upon in this story are here. Newslaundry · Feb 2
The Times of India · Feb 2 'A total loser': Trump lashes out at Trevor Noah over Epstein Island joke at Grammy Awards; threatens to sue him President Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah for defamation after Noah joked during the Grammy Awards that Trump visited Epstein Island with Bill Clinton. Trump vehemently denied the accusation on Truth Social, calling Noah a "talentless dope" and vowing to send his lawyers after him.
Euronews · Feb 2 Newsletter: Russia not negotiating in good will, Polish minister says Also in this newsletter: Séjourné calls for 'European preference' and Weber says EU needs a plan for its 'mutual assistance clause.'
The Independent UK · Feb 2 Trump threatens legal action against ‘pathetic’ Trevor Noah for Epstein joke Donald Trump has threatened to sue Trevor Noah following remarks made by the comedian at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Trump's threat came after Noah joked about him wanting Greenland, implying a connection to Jeffrey Epstein. In a Truth Social post, Trump denied ever visiting Epstein Island, calling Noah “poor, pathetic,…
The Guardian - UK · Feb 2 FTSE 100 ends day at closing high after gold and silver fell in ‘metals meltdown’ – as it happened Gold and silver prices recover early losses, after choice of Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair triggered heavy losses in precious metal prices
The Fashion Central · Feb 2 Trevor Noah mocks Trump and Nicki Minaj at 2026 Grammys 2026 Grammy Awards with a monologue that mixed humor with political barbs, targeting Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump while setting the tone
The Guardian - UK · Feb 2 Monday briefing: The community solidarity driving the fightback against ICE in Minneapolis In today’s newsletter: Public outrage has reached fever pitch following the killing of US citizens. But, amid the focus on violence, another story of mutual aid and neighbourhood organising is unfolding
The Times of India · Feb 2 ‘Wop, wop, wop’: How Trevor Noah threw shade at Nicki Minaj at the Grammy Awards over Trump fandom Grammy host Trevor Noah humorously suggested absent rapper Nicki Minaj was at the White House with Donald Trump, referencing her recent public support for the former president. Noah also quipped about American news consumption leading to drinking, drawing parallels to a Korean game. Minaj, a 12-time Grammy nominee without a…
The Times of India · Feb 2 Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee hike to work in the US: Is America shutting best and brightest Indian talent out? Sweeping US immigration and trade policies, particularly the H-1B visa fee hike to $100,000, are straining the strategic partnership with India. This has disrupted Indian professionals' careers, impacting IT giants and creating anxiety. Critics argue these protectionist measures undermine innovation and alienate a key partner, potentially boosting India's domestic tech…
Euronews · Feb 2 Does Trump want Germany's gold? The safety of US bullion reserves Germany stores 1,236 tonnes of gold in the USA. Some politicians want to repatriate these reserves, but such a move could be risky.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 2 Propaganda in cinemas, newsrooms slashed: this is the US media under Trump and his tech barons The president and his supporters joining forces to decide what audiences read and see seems straight from a fascism playbook, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik
The Independent UK · Feb 2 This year’s Oscar nominees are furiously political – so why are their stars silent? INSIDE FILM: ‘One Battle After Another’, ‘Bugonia’ and the forthcoming ‘The Secret Agent’ strike overt parallels to modern politics and the ongoing clown show of Donald Trump’s second term. But few have been saying it all out loud on the awards circuit this year, writes Xan Brooks