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Our 19 Favorite Valentine’s Day Gifts and Date Ideas (2025)
From editor-tested chocolates and flowers to at-home date night ideas, here’s everything we recommend gifting for the most romantic holiday of the year.Wired - Feb. 11 -
Official DOGE website updated, promising 'savings' updates by Valentine's Day
Three weeks after its launch in January, Elon Musk's official government website for DOGE was updated on Wednesday and no longer features only a logo.ABC News - Feb. 12 -
Climate change is turning Valentine's Day bitter for chocolate lovers
Money can’t buy you love — or as much cocoa as it used to, with adverse weather denting West African crops and chocolatiers adding more fillers like nuts.NBC News - Feb. 13 -
Ben Jennings on a Valentine’s Day gift for Putin from Trump – cartoon
Discover and buy more of Ben’s cartoons here Order your own print of this cartoon from the Guardian Print Shop Continue reading...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
Valentine's Day display of northern lights will be visible in these US states
Valentine's Day could bring a dazzling display of the northern lights for stargazers in some parts of the U.S.ABC News - Feb. 13 -
Soaring cocoa prices are bad news for those Valentine's Day chocolate purchases
Cocoa prices rose to record highs last year amid a global supply shortage. Chocolate makers have raised their retail prices to compensate.CNBC - Feb. 13 -
Do Not Get Your Work Wife (or Husband) a Valentine’s Day Card
An HR expert explains why the whole concept of a ‘work wife’ or ‘work husband’ can open a can of worms, rather than a box of chocolates.Inc. - Feb. 13 -
Here’s why you’ll likely pay more for Valentine’s Day chocolates this year
If you’re about to head to the store to buy chocolates for your valentine, be prepared to shell out more than you did last year as candy makers continue to deal with the high cost of cocoa.MarketWatch - Feb. 14 -
Sweet romance: Japanese boys start buying into gift giving on Valentine’s Day
Women are traditionally expected to buy chocolates for male colleagues on Valentine’s Day but teenage boys are shunning the one-sided custom. It has been several years since Japanese women first ...The Guardian - 6d -
‘It’s hard to survive’: why UK private hire drivers are striking on Valentine’s Day
About 200 drivers got in touch with the Guardian to share their views on the industrial action. When Simon Waite began working as a private hire driver in 2017, it gave him the flexibility and ...The Guardian - 6d -
Should Tulips Replace Roses for Valentine’s Day? Florists Think So.
Roses have long been the flower of choice for the holiday, but some see an opening for the humble tulip.The New York Times - 6d -
‘Joyful Chaos’: Couples Flock to Courthouses to Wed on Valentine’s Day
At a midnight ceremony and in courthouses and city buildings booked months in advance, couples exchanged vows in civil ceremonies as Valentine’s Day fell on a Friday.The New York Times - 6d -
UK ticket-holder wins £65m Valentine's Day EuroMillions jackpot
The successful player matched all seven Valentine's Day numbers, the lottery operator said.BBC News - 5d -
Tyler, the Creator marches through 'Chromakopia' on Valentine's Day at the Crypto.com Arena
The veteran Los Angeles rapper turned the downtown L.A. arena into his personal playground Friday night at the start of his massive hometown residency.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Watch: BBC reporter at the scene of fatal Valentine's Day pub shooting
The BBC's Ben Schofield says a manhunt is ongoing, but that police believe there is no ongoing risk to the public.BBC News - 4d -
Home of Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban burglarized on Valentine's Day
The home of actress Nicole Kidman and musician Keith Urban was burglarized on Valentines Day, a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation said.NBC News - 2d -
A victim in Sweden's deadliest mass shooting called his fiancee to say he loved her
Salim Karim Iskef managed to video-call his fiancee to tell her he loved her one last timeABC News - Feb. 7 -
Ratcliffe believes latest Manchester United job cuts will help club avoid going bust
Co-owner feels finances left him with little choice Action designed to make United profitable in two years Sir Jim Ratcliffe believes his decision to cut about 200 more jobs at Manchester ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
2/16/2025: 28 Days; Policing the Internet; Timothée Chalamet
First, a look at what Trump, Musk moves on USAID could mean for other government agencies. Then, how Germany is policing the internet for hate speech. And, Timothée Chalamet: The 60 Minutes Interview.CBS News - 3d -
Changes to law would give police ‘licence to kill’, UK rights groups warn
Review into accountability soon to report as police seek greater protection from prosecution over use of force. Police want changes to the law giving them “a licence to kill”, leading rights groups ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
Woman on hunger strike for 134 days asks PM for help to free son
Laila Soueif has not eaten for 134 days as she campaigns for the release of her pro-democracy activist son from jail in Egypt.BBC News - Feb. 10 -
Self-made millionaire: I've interviewed over 1,000 couples—avoiding this 'horrible phrase' helps raise kids who are good with money
Self-made millionaire Ramit Sethi has talked to thousands of couples about money. Many heard this "horrible phrase" too often growing up, he says.CNBC - 5d -
Galentine’s Day, Pet Gifts, and Acknowledging Failure: How Founder and CEO Jim McCann Is Navigating Valentine’s Day at 1-800-Flowers.com
As his company gears up for its own “Super Bowl,” McCann shares his insights on running his company through good times, tech glitches, and failures.Inc. - Feb. 10 -
SteelSeries Valentine's Day Sale - Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off Gaming Accessories
Gaming peripheral manufacturer SteelSeries is running a limited-time Buy One Get One 50% Off deal for Valentine's Day at its official online store. All SteelSeries accessories are eligible for the ...GameSpot - Feb. 7 -
Eagles plan to hold Super Bowl parade Friday; Valentine's Day picked due to weather concerns
The Eagles will kick off the weekend with a Super Bowl parade that should provide some epic momentsCBS Sports - Feb. 10 -
Linda McMahon confirmation hearing and cocoa prices affect Valentine's Day sweets: Morning Rundown
Some Republican lawmakers speak out as Donald Trump’s spending cuts and tariffs hit their constituents.NBC News - Feb. 13 -
Valentine’s Day may be the world’s most hated holiday – but I won’t be joining the pile-on | James Colley
You don’t need flowers, chocolates or a card. You don’t even need to be celebrating romantic love. But I like the idea of recognising the everlasting surprise of loving and being loved. Get our ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
‘I’ve ended up in the ER twice’: when Valentine’s Day goes horribly wrong
Guardian readers share their tales of when 14 February – an occasion for love and sweet surprises – didn’t go to plan. Ah, Valentine’s Day . An occasion for love, romance and same-day flower ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
What to wear for Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s night or if you just like the colour red
The look of love? Silky shirting, flirty silhouettes and heart-inspired jewellery Continue reading...The Guardian - 6d -
One year later: How Ohio State and Chris Holtmann have moved on from their Valentine's Day split
The Buckeyes are likely to return to the NCAA Tournament and Holtmann is turning around a perpetual cellar-dwellerCBS Sports - 6d -
Obamas exchange Valentine's Day messages: 'You still take my breath away'
The Obamas are indicating that love is still in the air, sharing lovey-dovey Valentine's Day messages with each other on social media. "Thirty-two years together and you still take my breath ...The Hill - 6d -
Americans expect to spend a record $14.6 billion on their significant others for Valentine’s Day, report finds
The uncertainty of the future and the broader economy may be leading people to splurge on holidays, expert says.CNBC - 6d -
French group issues Valentine's Day warning that cut flowers have a variety of pesticides
Those Valentine flowers might come with a bit more than vivid colors and a nice scentABC News - 6d -
Arsenal hero admits that he forgot to get his wife a Valentine's Day gift, dedicated two goals to her instead
The Gunners' Mikel Merino was the star on Saturday in attack and made up for his Valentine's Day mishap in styleCBS Sports - 4d -
Hello Kitty Island Adventure's Valentine's Day Event Features Bugs You Can Tame And Adorable Rewards
Valentine's Day may be over, but Hello Kitty Island Adventure is celebrating the most kawaii time of the year with an extended Valentine-themed event called the Hugs & Hearts Festival. From now ...GameSpot - 2d -
This 7-Day Love Challenge Developed by Leading Couples Therapists Will Reboot Your Relationship
Sure, entrepreneurship is a 24/7 job. But your relationship with your most important partner needs work too.Inc. - Feb. 13 -
Mother and 2-year-old daughter die days after Munich ramming attack, police say
A 37-year-old woman and her 2-year-old daughter died from their injuries two days after a car intentionally plowed into a crowd in Munich, German police said.NBC News - 5d -
A mother pleads for Britain’s help in freeing son from Egyptian prison, one day of hunger at a time
Laila Soueif is a mathematician, a university professor, a political activistABC News - Feb. 7 -
AI could help make a 4-day workweek happen, says expert: 'I absolutely think so'
As companies adopt new tech like AI and see what kind of productivity gains they bring, some could adopt a four-day workweek down the line, say experts.CNBC - 3d -
Warning signs to look for in relationship scams
With Valentine's Day approaching, there's a growing effort to warn people about a devastating scam known as the "relationship investment scam." In 2023 alone, nearly a quarter of all Americans said ...CBS News - Feb. 11