California Governor Gavin Newsom declared Super Bowl Sunday as "Bad Bunny Day" to celebrate the Puerto Rican artist's performance during the Super Bowl halftime show. In a social media post, Newsom praised Bad Bunny's cultural impact and also made a comment directed at President Donald Trump.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom declared February 8 as "Bad Bunny Day" in the state.
The declaration was made to celebrate Bad Bunny's halftime performance at the Super Bowl in Santa Clara, California.
Newsom's announcement was shared in an all-caps post on the social media platform X.
Bad Bunny, real name Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a Grammy-winning Puerto Rican musician.
The choice of Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show received mixed responses.
Some MAGA supporters criticized Bad Bunny, while others praised his platform use to speak on social issues like immigration.
Newsom's post also took a subtle jab at President Donald Trump.
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Shira Boehler had a routine body scan that led to a lung cancer diagnosis. Despite having no symptoms and being healthy, the scan revealed a lung tumor, which was then treated successfully. She is now advocating for more awareness and access to cancer screenings.
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Shira Boehler had an MRI scan in July that revealed a small spot on her lungs.
In October, a further scan diagnosed her with Stage 1B lung cancer.
She underwent surgery shortly after the diagnosis to remove the tumor.
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in the U.S. and the leading cause of cancer death.
Smoking is a major cause of lung cancer, but non-smokers can also get it.
Boehler, a non-smoker, wrote a book titled "One Scan Saved My Life."
Proceeds from her book will go towards supporting her foundation "cancerdoesntcare" for lung screening access.
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Russian forces launched drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, damaging power infrastructure and affecting heating in Kyiv. Ukraine responded with attacks on Russian targets. Peace talks involving the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia are ongoing, with discussions about a ceasefire and economic agreements.
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Russian forces launched over 400 drones and about 40 missiles targeting Ukraine’s power grid.
Two thermal power stations in western Ukraine were hit, impacting electricity distribution.
Over 1,000 apartment buildings in Kyiv are without heating following the attacks.
The International Atomic Energy Agency reported reduced output at Ukrainian nuclear plants due to military activity.
Ukraine carried out strikes on Russian locations, including an oil depot and a missile fuel component plant.
The U.S. is mediating peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, proposing a ceasefire on energy infrastructure.
Discussions include a proposed free economic zone in Ukraine's Donetsk region, which is mostly occupied by Russia.
No fixed date for the next round of peace talks has been set, according to Russian officials.
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Parts of Hawaii are under a winter storm warning, with up to 16 inches of snow and strong winds expected, leading to poor visibility. Other parts of the U.S., including New York, Alaska, and California, are also experiencing similar wintry weather warnings with significant snow and strong winds anticipated.
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The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for Hawaii's Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa summits, predicting up to 16 inches of snow and 45 mph winds.
Travel to these Hawaii summits is considered very dangerous due to the potential for "zero visibility."
New York could see up to 4 inches of snow, with winds causing challenging travel conditions.
In Alaska, areas like the central Copper Valley may get up to 20 inches of snow by Monday.
California's central regions might receive up to 18 inches of snow in higher elevations, impacting travel from Monday night through Wednesday.
Strong winds are expected in California, especially in mountain areas and near Lake Tahoe, with gusts up to 70 mph.
The National Weather Service warns of travel difficulties and advises postponing travel plans until conditions improve.
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Comedian Jack Whitehall stars in a new series called "The 'Burbs," where he deals with the challenges of suburban life. The show is a remake of a 1989 film and features Keke Palmer as Whitehall's co-star. Whitehall, who grew up in the suburbs of London, finds the setting familiar, even though it's now in America.
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Jack Whitehall is the star of a series called "The 'Burbs."
The show is about living in a suburban neighborhood.
It is a remake of a 1989 film.
Keke Palmer co-stars with Whitehall in the series.
Whitehall grew up in the suburbs of London.
He says the American suburban setting feels familiar to him.
"The 'Burbs" explores themes of suburban anxiety and secrets.
Whitehall also talks about his experience working with Keke Palmer and their chemistry on set.
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A couple who faced ten years of infertility struggled with the possibility of never having children. After Tara Moss focused on her health, she fell pregnant and had her first son in 2025. Shortly after, she discovered she was expecting twins, making it a joyful, unexpected development.
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Tara Moss and her husband faced infertility for ten years.
Moss lost about 100 pounds to improve her health.
She got pregnant shortly after focusing on her health and had a son in April 2025.
Moss decided to try for another child five months after her son's birth.
In October 2025, she found out she was pregnant again and expecting twins.
The twins are due in mid-2026 and are developing well.
Moss shared her journey on TikTok, and the video received a large positive reaction.
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Australia's main opposition parties, the Liberal and National parties, have reunited after splitting over new hate speech laws proposed by the government. The split happened because the National Party had concerns about free speech, but the parties have now agreed to work together again. The debate started after an attack at a Jewish festival in Bondi Beach, which led to calls for changes in hate speech laws.
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Australia's Liberal-National Coalition reunited after a split over hate speech laws.
The Coalition separated because the Nationals disagreed with proposed hate speech reforms.
The reforms included banning certain hate groups and increasing penalties for inciting violence.
The split occurred following a deadly attack at a Jewish festival in Bondi Beach.
The Coalition had split before in May over climate and energy policies but reunified quickly.
The National Party abstained and voted against the hate speech reforms, citing rushed processes and free speech concerns.
The Coalition aims to offer scrutiny and leadership and to find their way back to government.
This coalition had not split since 1987 until recent divisions in the past year.
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In Thailand, polling stations have opened for a general election with three main parties competing for control. The election involves 500 parliamentary seats, and no party is expected to win a clear majority, making coalition talks likely. A referendum is also being held on whether to replace the military-drafted constitution from 2017.
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Voting in Thailand's general election began at 8am local time and ends at 5pm.
More than 2.2 million people voted early in the election period starting February 1.
The election involves 53 million registered voters in Thailand.
Three main parties are competing: the People's Party, Bhumjaithai, and Pheu Thai.
The People's Party aims to reduce military and judicial influence, while Bhumjaithai represents royalist-military views.
Pheu Thai is linked to Thaksin Shinawatra and focuses on economic promises and populism.
A referendum is also being held to decide if the current constitution should be replaced.
Coalition negotiations are expected since no party is likely to win a majority of the 500 seats.
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The Sunday newspapers in the UK report on several issues, including controversy surrounding Peter Mandelson's firing and a pay-off after his role as an ambassador. There are calls for political changes within the Labour Party leadership, and several other stories, including a meeting involving Jeffrey Epstein, reports on aircraft decisions, and personal news about entertainers and athletes.
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Peter Mandelson was removed from his ambassador role to the US and reportedly received a pay-off of up to £40,000.
Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, is facing pressure to change his team and address party challenges.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy previously advised against appointing Mandelson as an ambassador.
The UK Foreign Office is reviewing the pay-off given to Mandelson.
There are leaked emails suggesting Jeffrey Epstein had a dinner with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
The Red Arrows, a British aerobatic team, may need to buy planes from other countries due to delays.
Actress Beverley Callard recently disclosed her breast cancer diagnosis.
Footballer Kyle Walker and his wife are expecting their fifth child.
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Calum Watson, a car owner in Scotland, experienced having his car stolen, revealing insights into modern car theft methods. He learned about how thieves use advanced technology like relay attacks to steal cars, and the importance of using protective measures like Faraday pouches for keyless car systems.
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Calum Watson's car, a Ford Fiesta, was stolen in Scotland.
Police identified the car through a number plate recognition camera but lost its trail afterward.
Modern thieves can steal cars without the keys using methods like "relay attacks" and "CAN bus attacks."
A relay attack allows thieves to clone the key fob's signal to start the car.
Faraday pouches can block the signal from key fobs, preventing theft.
Sgt Ally Mackay from Police Scotland recommends replacing Faraday pouches every few years.
The stolen car was a 12-year-old Ford Fiesta with 100,000 miles, showing that even older cars are targeted.
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Voters in Japan are participating in a parliamentary election where Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s conservative coalition is expected to win many seats. The election could allow Takaichi to pursue plans like increased defense spending and stricter immigration rules. This election is happening amid record snowfall in parts of Japan.
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's coalition is expected to win over 300 out of 465 seats.
The election allows her to push for policies like more defense spending and tougher immigration laws.
Takaichi became Japan's first female prime minister in October.
She promised to temporarily stop the 8% sales tax on food to help with rising costs.
The coalition includes the Liberal Democratic Party and the Japan Innovation Party.
Takaichi is popular among younger voters, with over 90% support from people under 30 years old.
Record snowfall across parts of Japan may make it harder for some people to vote.
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The family of Ian Coates, a man killed in a series of attacks in Nottingham, is preparing for a public inquiry into the events. The inquiry will investigate the actions leading up to the attacks, which also resulted in the deaths of two students and serious injuries to others. Ian's family hopes the inquiry will provide answers and bring closure.
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Ian Coates was a school caretaker in Nottingham who was killed on June 13, 2023.
Two students, Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar, were also killed in the attacks.
The attacker, Valdo Calocane, was sentenced to a hospital order in January 2024.
A public inquiry, led by retired judge Deborah Taylor, will examine the events and authorities' actions.
Hearing sessions for the inquiry are set to begin on February 23 in London.
The Coates family, including Ian's son Darren, hopes the inquiry will help them understand what happened.
Failings by authorities like the police, the CPS, and the NHS will be reviewed during the inquiry.
Ian Coates was close to retirement and was remembered as a dedicated and caring individual.
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At 70 years old, Biana Watre Momin, a retired college teacher from Meghalaya, India, became an unexpected star in Indian cinema. She played the lead role in a Malayalam-language film named "Eko," despite having no prior acting experience. The film has received critical acclaim, partly due to Momin's captivating performance.
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Biana Watre Momin is from the Garo Hills in Meghalaya, a state in northeastern India.
She traveled over 3,000 km to Kerala, which is in the southern part of India, for the film.
Momin had no acting experience before being cast in the film "Eko."
"Eko" is a Malayalam-language film available on Netflix.
Momin plays an elderly character who lives alone in a mountain house.
The film was shot on a small budget and completed in 45 days.
The director was looking for someone with features that could fit the role of a Malay woman.
Momin impressed the filmmakers with her natural acting skills during her audition.
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Jenni and Trevor Hicks, who lost their daughters in the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, are leading a new campaign to correct false official records about how their children died. Despite new evidence showing the girls were conscious for longer than initially reported, police have not agreed to update the records. The Hicks family seeks to address this through the justice system and political support.
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Victoria and Sarah Hicks were among 97 people who died in the 1989 Hillsborough disaster.
Incorrect court records from the 1990s claim they died quickly after the incident, but new investigations show they were conscious for much longer.
Jenni and Trevor Hicks want the official records corrected to reflect this new evidence.
South Yorkshire Police have not agreed to a new hearing to correct these records.
The Hicks are starting a campaign to urge the courts and politicians to help correct these inaccuracies.
Chief Constable of South Yorkshire Police stated they would support steps towards justice for the families.
The Hicks’ legal efforts previously failed due to incorrect conclusions used in court about the timing of deaths.
Medical and witness evidence showed the sisters were in distress for a longer period than initially recorded.
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Prince William is visiting Saudi Arabia on a diplomatic mission at the request of the UK government. His visit will focus on energy transition and young people, while navigating complex issues like human rights under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
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Prince William is visiting Saudi Arabia for the first time.
The UK government requested this visit, and it focuses on energy and youth.
Saudi Arabia has been changing, with more cultural events and less reliance on oil.
The country's leadership remains authoritarian, and human rights issues are noted by organizations like Amnesty International.
Prince William is expected to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is a key figure in Saudi Arabia.
The trip comes amid challenges for the British Royal Family, including controversies linked to the Epstein files.
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"Heated Rivalry" is a successful TV show adapted from a novel about a love story between two rival ice hockey players. It was produced in Canada on a small budget and features actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams. Since its release, the show has gained popularity worldwide and its penultimate episode has received record ratings.
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"Heated Rivalry" is based on a novel by Canadian author Rachel Reid.
The show follows a romance between two rival ice hockey players.
It was produced in Canada with a budget of under C$5 million per episode.
The cast includes relatively unknown actors Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams.
The show became popular after debuting in North America last November.
The penultimate episode tied for the highest IMDb rating with "Breaking Bad".
Canadian streamer Crave provided creative control to the show's producers.
The show is now available for streaming in the UK and globally.
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The Basant kite flying festival in Lahore, Pakistan, has returned after being banned in 2007 due to injuries and deaths. The event is limited to three days and includes new safety measures to reduce risks.
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Basant is a kite flying festival in Lahore, marking the start of spring.
The festival was banned in 2007 because of injuries and fatalities from sharp kite strings and accidents.
After 19 years, the festival has resumed with new safety measures.
Safety measures include banning large kites and installing nets over streets.
Motorcyclists receive metal rods to prevent kite strings from catching on their necks.
Authorities seized over 100,000 kites and 2,100 rolls of unsafe string before the festival.
Kite flying involves an element of competition, where players try to cut each other's kite strings.
The festival aims to balance tradition and community bonding with safety.
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A Nigerian singer named Ifunanya Nwangene died after a snakebite in her home. Her death has brought attention to Nigeria's struggle with treating snakebites and the availability of antivenom in hospitals.
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Ifunanya Nwangene was a soprano singer in Nigeria, known from the local version of The Voice.
She was bitten by a snake at her apartment in Abuja, Nigeria.
Nigeria has the third-highest rate of snakebites in the world.
Treatment for snakebites requires quick administration of antivenom.
Ifunanya faced delays as the first hospital did not have antivenom available.
The Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, claims its response was adequate, although this is disputed.
Venomous snakebites are classified as a neglected tropical disease by the WHO.
Antivenom can cost between 45,000 and 80,000 naira ($33 to $58) in Nigeria.
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Brad Arnold, lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, passed away at the age of 47 after battling stage 4 kidney cancer. Arnold was known for hits like "Kryptonite" and played a major role in shaping the band's success, both as a songwriter and original drummer.
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Brad Arnold was the lead singer and songwriter for 3 Doors Down.
He died at age 47 after battling stage 4 kidney cancer that had spread to his lung.
3 Doors Down is famous for songs like "Kryptonite" and "Here Without You".
Arnold wrote "Kryptonite" when he was 15 years old.
The band was formed in Mississippi in the mid-1990s.
Arnold had been sober since 2016 after struggling with alcoholism.
3 Doors Down performed at the inauguration of President Donald Trump in 2017.
The band established a charity called the Better Life Foundation to help children.
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Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council has handed over power to Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime, who is backed by the United States. This change happened during a time of significant gang violence and political instability in Haiti. Fils-Aime now faces the challenge of organizing the country's first general elections in a decade.
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Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council transferred power to Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aime.
The U.S. supports Fils-Aime and recently showed military presence in the waters near Haiti.
Fils-Aime is the only politician in Haiti with executive power after the council's dissolution.
The council had considered removing Fils-Aime, but the plan did not proceed.
Haiti has experienced intense gang violence, with almost 6,000 people killed last year.
Fils-Aime's main task is to organize general elections, which have not occurred in ten years.
The United Nations has authorized a security force to stabilize the country, but only a small number of troops are currently there.
There is skepticism that elections will take place this year, despite previous plans.
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