Linda McMahon confirmation hearing and cocoa prices affect Valentine's Day sweets: Morning Rundown

Ben Jennings on a Valentine’s Day gift for Putin from Trump – cartoon

The Guardian - 47m

Linda McMahon grilled by Senate as Trump's vow to kill Dept. of Ed casts shadow

WWE co-founder Linda McMahon is in the hot seat on Capitol Hill as she faces questions over her education secretary nomination.

ABC News - 1h

‘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 - 2h

Confirmation hearing underway for Linda McMahon, Trump's pick for education secretary

Former WWE CEO Linda McMahon is before the Senate on Thursday for her confirmation hearing to be secretary of education. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman reports on the hearing and ...

CBS News - 3h

17 Best Deals on Valentine’s Day Gifts (2025)

We found good deals on utterly giftable WIRED-approved gadgets.

Wired - 5h

How Linda McMahon Got to Be Trump’s Education Secretary Pick

Linda McMahon, a World Wrestling Entertainment mogul and longtime booster of President Trump who served in his first administration, is beginning her confirmation hearings as she seeks to lead the ...

The New York Times - 6h

How Not to Be Cynical About Valentine’s Day

While Valentine’s Day is often centered on romantic love, some singles — including those who have never experienced it — find joy in celebrating love in other forms.

The New York Times - 9h

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 - 9h

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 - 14h

Looking for love this Valentine's Day? Don't fall for Instagram romance scams

Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta Platforms is urging users to stay vigilant about “romance scams” ahead of Valentine’s Day, warning of unsolicited messages through its apps and other ...

ABC News - 1d

Linda McMahon grilled on Trump's plans for the Education Department at Senate confirmation hearing

Senators pressed Linda McMahon on what it would look like if the Department of Education were dismantled and how she would enforce civil rights laws during her confirmation hearing to be education ...

NBC News - 1h

McMahon's Education hearing interrupted by several protesters

Linda McMahon’s confirmation hearing to be President Trump's Education secretary was interrupted several times so far by protesters in the audience, calling for protections for transgender students ...

The Hill - 2h

How To Get Free GTA Online Gear For Valentine's Day Right Now

It is Valentine's Day on February 14, and to celebrate, Rockstar Games is giving GTA Online players free stuff and offering up bonuses for couples-themed game modes.. Everyone who logs in to GTA ...

GameSpot - 3h

Linda McMahon vows to ‘return education to the states’ at confirmation hearing

Linda McMahon, President Trump’s nominee for secretary of education, told senators she is “ready to enact” the president’s vision for the Department of Education by returning control of curriculum ...

NBC News - 3h

Linda McMahon Faces Confirmation Hearing for Education Secretary

The former wrestling executive will speak about her priorities for the Department of Education. But she will also likely be questioned on White House discussions to close it.

The New York Times - 4h

Watch live: Linda McMahon, Trump's pick to lead Education, faces Senate confirmation hearing

Linda McMahon, tapped by President Trump to serve as the leader of the embattled Education Department, is set to testify before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee on ...

The Hill - 4h

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 - 5h

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 - 6h

Trump education pick Linda McMahon to face Senate grilling

Trump's nominee for education secretary, Linda McMahon, is set to face questioning from senators at 10 a.m. ET amid his promises to abolish the department.

NBC News - 6h

WWE sex abuse suit raises concerns ahead of Linda McMahon’s hearing to run Education Dept.

As Linda McMahon is set to face a confirmation hearing Thursday to lead the Education Department, several former WWE employees, their family members and two current and former education officials ...

NBC News - 14h

Department of Education in limbo amid Linda McMahon's confirmation hearing

Mr. Trump has long teased the possibility of closing the Department of Education.

CBS News - 14h

Linda McMahon faces confirmation hearing for department Trump wants to kill

Education secretary nominee Linda McMahon is the next Cabinet pick of President Trump's to face a showdown with lawmakers — and the first he has told to "put yourself out of a job." McMahon, whose ...

The Hill - 19h

Unconventional Valentine's Day books for couples and singles

Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with some of her favorite unconventional Valentine's Day reads.

CBS News - 1d

Last-minute Valentine's Day travel tips

If you're looking for a last-minute Valentine's gift, maybe a quick trip is in order. Travel expert Mark Ellwood joined CBS News with advice on how to save money when you're trying to book a getaway.

CBS News - 1d

Musk's DOGE gets more power and winter weather across the U.S.: Morning Rundown

Donald Trump signed an order giving Elon Musk more power over the federal workforce.

NBC News - 1d

Democrats press McMahon on 'minimal' education policy experience ahead of hearing

Two Democratic senators are pressing President Trump's Education Department secretary pick Linda McMahon over her "minimal" experience in education policy and broader views on education ahead of ...

The Hill - 1d

Officials bristle at courts throttling Trump actions and Hamas postpones hostage exchange: Morning Rundown

Court rulings against parts of Donald Trump's agenda put White House officials on the defensive.

NBC News - 2d

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 - 2d

What a dozen roses may cost you this Valentine's Day

The average price of a dozen roses for Valentine's Day 2025 vary by state due to factors like supply chain logistics, weather and inflation.

CBS News - 2d

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 moments

CBS Sports - 2d

Eagles' Super Bowl parade set for Valentine's Day

The Philadelphia Eagles are planning to celebrate their Super Bowl victory with a parade in the city on Friday, a high-ranking team official said Monday.

ESPN - 3d