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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. - 6d -
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 - 6d -
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 -
The Bulgarian town where love takes a back seat to wine on Valentine’s Day
In Melnik, Saint Trifon eclipses Saint Valentine as the town celebrates its long history of winemaking. The sun glows on the otherworldly shapes of the sandstone cliffs that have been sculpted by ...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 -
Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day and who was Saint Valentine?
Happy Valentine's Day! Learn more about its history and what it's all about in 2025.CBS News - 6d -
Pope Francis admitted to hospital for bronchitis treatment, cancels events for 3 days
Pope Francis was admitted to the hospital for bronchitis treatment Friday and has canceled all scheduled events for the next three days, according to the Vatican.NBC News - 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 - 5d -
The papers: 'Free speech in retreat' and Payne's 'chaotic' last days
A number of Saturday's front pages reflect on JD Vance's speech in MunichBBC News - 5d -
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 -
'Sad day for tennis' - Sinner doping ban 'leaves sour taste'
Jannik Sinner's doping case has divided the tennis world for months, with the news he will serve a three-month ban leading to further questions and criticism.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 -
Cardinal Dolan was stuck in Canada for days after high winds grounds flight
The Archbishop of New York and 259 passengers were on a flight to Dublin when it diverted to rural Canada a passenger suffered a medical emergency.CBS News - 3d -
Juan Soto's first day as a Met showed what Yankees will miss
After moving crosstown with a historic contract, Soto began work with his typical confidence and bravado. An extravagant era of Mets baseball is underway.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
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 -
Is the stock market open today? Will the post office deliver mail on Presidents Day?
What you need to know about how the Presidents Day holiday on Monday affects financial markets, government services, schools and more.MarketWatch - 3d -
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What's open and closed on Presidents Day 2025? Here's what to expect.
Whatever your plans for the federal holiday, here's what to know about whether the stock market, post office mail, banks and retailers are open on Presidents Day 2025.CBS News - 3d -
White House touts Trump's comeback to mark Presidents Day
The White House touted President Trump’s comeback from facing multiple legal issues to his 2024 victory to mark Presidents Day on Monday. It shared an image on social media of Trump’s mug shot from ...The Hill - 3d -
George Washington Revolutionary War letter up for sale on Presidents Day
A letter written by George Washington in 1777 that is valued at $150,000 is up for sale this Presidents Day. The letter, acquired by the Raab Collection, was written during the Revolutionary War, ...The Hill - 2d -
Jeff Gordon ready to partner with Tom Cruise on 'Days of Thunder' sequel
NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon wants a “Days of Thunder” sequel and said at Daytona International Speedway that he’s been in touch with Tom Cruise about making the project come to lifeABC News - 3d -
Trump opponents use Presidents Day to protest his policies across the country
Opponents of President Trump are using the Presidents Day holiday to protest his policies, with demonstrations taking place in cities across the country. Protesters rallied on Feb. 17 to declare ...The Hill - 2d -
Rio de Janeiro's hottest day in at least a decade sends residents to the beach
Rio de Janeiro has recorded its hottest day in at least a decade when temperatures reached 44 degrees Celsius (111 F) as residents try to cool off in the ocean or under public showersABC News - 2d -
'No kings on Presidents Day' rings out from protests against Trump and Musk
Protesters against President Donald Trump and his policies have organized demonstrations in all 50 states for the second time in two weeksABC News - 2d -
John Dickerson on admiration for George Washington and its effect on modern-day politics
It's Presidents Day, the holiday that started in honor of George Washington -- the president with an enormous birthday candle on the Mall. But do we revere the father of our country too much? It ...CBS News - 2d -
US government tries to rehire nuclear staff it fired days ago
It is having problems contacting people who were fired in Trump's blitz to shrink the federal workforce.BBC News - 2d -
"No Kings on Presidents Day" rallies across the country target Trump, Musk
"No Kings on Presidents Day" rallies in cities nationwide, many in bitter cold, protested against President Trump, adviser Elon Musk, DOGE, the administration's immigration policies and more.CBS News - 2d -
Rio de Janeiro records its hottest day in at least a decade
Temperatures in Rio de Janeiro reached 111 degrees Fahrenheit — about 145 degrees hotter than Bismarck, North Dakota.CBS News - 2d -
Forge Your Destiny in Avowed With PC Game Pass on Day One
Obsidian Entertainment is renowned for their masterful storytelling, delivering unforgettable RPGs. Now they’re bringing us a new adventure with Avowed , a first-person fantasy RPG set in the ...GameSpot - 2d -
Days Gone Remastered's $10 Upgrade Won't Apply To The PS Plus Version
Days Gone Remastered will be an affordable $10 upgrade to anyone who owns the 2019 survival-action game, but there is a catch here. Like several other PlayStation games that have gotten the PS5 ...GameSpot - 2d -
Intel pops 16% for best day since March 2020 on potential breakup
Intel shares rallied 16% on Tuesday on a report that deals from Broadcom and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing could break up the company.CNBC - 1d -
Joe Buck will call the Brewers-Yankees game on opening day for ESPN
Joe Buck will call his first nationally televised baseball game since 2021 on opening dayABC News - 1d -
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 - 1d -
3 migrants beat the Trump administration in court. They got deported the next day
The future looked bright for Luis Eduardo Perez Parra, Leonel Rivas Gonzalez and Abrahan Josue Barrios last week.ABC News - 1d -
'I cried for days': Office raids and arrests shock aid workers in Yemen
Humanitarian workers fear the detention of staff and cuts in funding will be a "death sentence" for Yemenis.BBC News - 18h -
Zero Day review – De Niro’s cyberhacking thriller is an astonishing amount of fun
The actor is on fine form in his first major TV role – as an ex-president trying to track down the source of a digital terrorist attack. Was it rogue hacktivists? The Russians? It’s preposterously ...The Guardian - 15h -
AI cracks superbug problem in two days - it took scientists years
The lead researcher has told the BBC he was so astounded he assumed his computer had been hacked.BBC News - 7h
