Snow, freezing rain pummel mid Atlantic while California prepares for likely flooding

'Looks like a stream of blood.' Argentina river turns red, sparking toxic leak fears

A stream winding through a populous area on the outskirts of Buenos Aires has turned crimson red in recent hours that has sparked fears of industrial chemical dumping

ABC News - 5d

As the war on DEI intensifies, some companies hold the line while others work behind the scenes

Trump's hostility toward DEI has elevated the stakes for corporations already grappling with how to navigate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion.

CNBC - 5d

NFL Honors: Josh Allen edges Lamar Jackson for MVP, while Saquon Barkley is OPOY and 4-man Hall of Fame class revealed

Here's a full list of winners from the NFL Honors show with some insight, plus the 2025 Hall of Fame class.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Wall Street Prepares to Defend Carried Interest, a Favored Tax Break, Again

President Trump called for ending the so-called carried interest loophole, which saves financiers billions. It’s a tax break that has survived time after time.

The New York Times - 5d

Why a Majority of Senior Executives Say They’re Likely to Switch Jobs Within 2 Years

A new survey points to a looming surge in C-suite executive turnover.

Inc. - 5d

Philippine vice president preparing for impeachment battle but silent on option to resign

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte says her lawyers are preparing for a legal battle in her upcoming impeachment trial but refused to say if resignation is an option

ABC News - 5d

Treasury Sought to Freeze Foreign Aid Payments, Emails Show

Trump administration appointees and allies of Elon Musk wanted to use the Treasury’s sensitive payment system to block disbursements.

The New York Times - 5d

Why Does Elon Musk Think He Can Treat the U.S. Government Like Twitter?

My latest five-whys looks at Musk’s motivations.

Inc. - 6d

Southern California Edison Found Irregularities on Equipment Where Eaton Fire Broke Out

Southern California Edison said video evidence had led it to look more broadly at whether its equipment might have been the cause of the deadly blaze.

The New York Times - 6d

Bank of England Cuts Rates While Warning of Inflation and Trade War Risks

The central bank cut rates for the third time in about six months as it said economic growth had been weaker than expected.

The New York Times - 6d

Candy Crush Solitaire debuts as 1st King game in a while

King has launched Candy Crush Solitaire around the world as the latest mobile game that carries the Candy Crush brand.

VentureBeat - 6d

Israel begins preparations for Gaza exodus as Egypt lobbies against Trump plan

Israel says it has begun preparations for the departure of large numbers of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip in line with President Donald Trump’s plan for the territory

ABC News - 6d

Trump's aid freeze will worsen Sudan famine and cost lives, workers say

Some of the humanitarian aid USAID provided went to the African nation of Sudan. For two years now, its people have been caught in the middle of a civil war between two warlords. Debora Patta got a ...

CBS News - 6d

Trump’s Foreign Aid Freeze Leaves Millions Without HIV Treatment

President Trump’s pause on aid, and the gutting of the primary aid agency, could jeopardize the health of more than 20 million people worldwide, including 500,000 children, experts say.

The New York Times - Feb. 5

My Toddler Son Likes to Wear Dresses. Can He Wear One to My Sister’s Wedding?

A mother wants to respect her 2½-year-old’s preference for dressing like his older sister, but she worries that letting him do so would bother the bridal couple.