Friday, February 6, 2026

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Saudi Arabia Lifts Alcohol Ban for Rich Foreigners

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Saudi Arabia has partially lifted its decades-long alcohol prohibition, allowing affluent non-Muslim expatriates to purchase liquor from a single, discreet store in Riyadh, as part of broader social reforms under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 initiative. This...
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US and Iran talks to begin as fears of direct conflict continue

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The United States and Iran are set to begin crucial negotiations in Oman today, aiming to address nuclear concerns while regional fears of direct conflict continue to loom large. These talks, scheduled for February 6, come amidst heightened tensions...
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Son of Norway’s Crown Princess gives evidence as rape trial continues

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Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has given evidence in a high-profile rape trial where he faces 38 charges, including the alleged rape of four women. This ongoing case has drawn global attention and placed...
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Business & Economy

Disney names Josh D’Amaro as new chief executive

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The Walt Disney Company is on the verge of appointing Josh D'Amaro, the head of its lucrative theme parks division, as the new chief executive officer, marking a significant leadership transition as longtime CEO Bob Iger prepares to step...
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Gold and silver prices fall but FTSE 100 hits record high

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Gold and silver prices plunged sharply on Monday, reversing a recent rally that had pushed them to record highs, while the UK's FTSE 100 stock index shrugged off the turmoil to close at a new record high. On Monday, gold...
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Disney warns of hit from flagging foreign visits

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Disney has cautioned that its U.S. amusement parks will face challenges in the coming months due to declining international visitors, but the company expects to offset this through domestic marketing and still projects modest growth in its parks business....
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Entertainment & Culture

All of Margot Robbie’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ press tour looks, from Schiaparelli couture to a braided corset

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Margot Robbie has embarked on a visually stunning press tour for Emerald Fennell's upcoming film adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights,' captivating audiences with a fashion narrative that mirrors the 1847 gothic novel's themes. Styled by Andrew Mukamal, each of Robbie's...
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Bad Bunny gets emotional during Super Bowl halftime show presser

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Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican music icon, grew visibly emotional during a press conference for his upcoming Super Bowl LX halftime show, as he reflected on the unwavering support of his mother that shaped his path to stardom. The...
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First Baby Elephant Born at Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Nearly 25 Years

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In a landmark event for wildlife conservation, the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington, D.C., has welcomed its first Asian elephant calf in nearly 25 years. The female calf was born on February 2, 2026, at 1:15 a.m., to parents...
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Politics & Society

Who is Peter Mandelson, and why have his Epstein ties shaken the British establishment?

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Peter Mandelson, a prominent British politician and former ambassador to the United States, has stepped down from the Labour Party following the release of new documents linking him to financial transactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, intensifying scrutiny...
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Why is no-one being prosecuted over the Epstein files?

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The U.S. Department of Justice released millions of pages from the Jeffrey Epstein files this week, sparking renewed scrutiny over why more individuals haven't been prosecuted for their roles in the sex trafficking scheme. Despite the trove of documents...
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The Trump administration’s narrative on Alex Pretti killing collapses

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The Trump administration's rushed account of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, a Minneapolis nurse, has unraveled as video evidence and subsequent official statements contradict initial claims that he was a domestic terrorist posing an imminent threat to federal...
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Health & Environment

The Crown’ star Claire Foy says she had internal parasites for ‘at least five years’

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Actress Claire Foy, best known for her role in 'The Crown,' recently revealed that she battled internal parasites for at least five years, a health ordeal that led her to quit caffeine entirely. She made the disclosure during an...
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Why a beauty spot in South Africa could be about to run out of water

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The picturesque town of Knysna, a jewel on South Africa's famed Garden Route, is facing an imminent water catastrophe that could see taps run dry within weeks. A combination of severe drought, crumbling infrastructure, and decades of neglect has...
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Europe’s most closely watched town

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Puerto Naos, a town on La Palma in Spain's Canary Islands, has become Europe's most closely monitored location due to an extensive network of over 1,300 carbon dioxide sensors installed after a volcanic eruption released hazardous gas levels. This...
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Sports

NBA trade deadline: Reactions and grades for every transaction

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The 2026 NBA trade deadline culminated in a series of high-profile moves that reshaped several franchises, with analysts providing immediate reactions and grades for each transaction. Key deals included Anthony Davis moving to the Washington Wizards and James Harden...
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Dubs confident oft-injured Kristaps Porzingis ready to play

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The Golden State Warriors are expressing confidence that newly acquired center Kristaps Porzingis is poised to return to action imminently, despite a history of injuries that has limited him this season. Coach Steve Kerr and star Stephen Curry have...
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NBA trade grades: Porzingis to Warriors for Kuminga, Davis to Wizards

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The NBA trade deadline delivered blockbuster moves as the Golden State Warriors acquired Kristaps Porzingis and the Washington Wizards landed Anthony Davis in separate deals, reshaping the league's competitive landscape. The Warriors sent Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to...
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Technology & Science

China bans hidden car door handles over safety concerns

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China has officially banned hidden car door handles on electric vehicles, making it the first country to implement such a safety regulation. The move, finalized on February 2, 2026, requires all new EVs sold from January 1, 2027, to...
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AI ‘slop’ is transforming social media – and a backlash is brewing

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The rapid influx of AI-generated low-quality content, often called "slop," is fundamentally altering social media experiences, with a mounting backlash from users who are increasingly vocal about the prevalence of fake and unconvincing videos and images. This trend, driven...
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BBC journalist on breaking up with her AI companion

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BBC journalist Nicola Bryan's recent decision to end her interaction with an AI companion has highlighted the unexpected emotional depth of human-AI relationships. After several weeks of conversing with an AI named George, Bryan found herself surprisingly nervous about...
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