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

Here’s how much more you’ll pay 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 - 12m

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 - 1h

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 - 2h

What happens on dating apps ahead of Valentine's Day?

A match made in data: Hinge, Tinder, Bumble and OkCupid reveal some dating trends in the lead-up to Valentine's Day.

CBS News - 2h

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 - 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 - 6h

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

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

Wired - 8h

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 - 9h

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 - 12h

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 - 17h

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 vows to work with Congress, including to shutter Education Department

Linda McMahon in her confirmation hearing for Education secretary on Thursday vowed to work with Congress on a myriad of issues, including President Trump's ultimate goal of ending the department ...

The Hill - 3h

Senator presses Linda McMahon on child sexual abuse lawsuit

Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) pressed Linda McMahon during her Thursday confirmation hearing for Education secretary on a child sexual abuse lawsuit she is facing from her time with World Wrestling ...

The Hill - 3h

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 Thursday to be ...

NBC News - 4h

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 - 5h

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 - 6h

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 - 6h

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 - 7h

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 - 7h

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 - 9h

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 - 10h

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 - 12h

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 - 17h

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 - 17h

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 - 22h

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 - 2d

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' 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.

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