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Senate confirms Kash Patel to lead FBI

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Patel on cusp of confirmation to run FBI as Collins says she'll oppose

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Senate HELP Committee advances Trump's Education pick

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How Trump's NIH layoffs upended one probationary staffer's life

Before she had even unpacked her Washington, D.C., apartment after making the move from Alabama, Katie Sandlin became one of thousands of federal probationary workers to be fired.
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Trump vents frustration with Boeing over Air Force One delays

President Trump is airing grievances with Boeing over delays in delivering new Air Force One jets, telling Republican governors on Thursday he was “getting a little tired” of the hold up. “I bought ...
The Hill - 5h
US politics briefing: Trump administration warns Kyiv and picks up court win in mass firings case

From the Trump administration’s latest moves abroad and in the US – here are the key US politics stories from Thursday at a glance. Thursday saw a judge rule that the Trump administration can ...
The Guardian - 5h
Quantum Computing Is Much Closer Than We Thought

Microsoft unveiled a new chip that shows quantum computing is “years, not decades” away.
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Hasbro says it's taking steps to offset China tariff effects

Toy and gaming giant Hasbro is shifting manufacturing away from China as it eyes the effects of U.S. tariffs.
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The 3 Best Essential Oil Diffusers (and One to Avoid)

Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets.
Wired - 15h
WATCH: Snow one knows where this dog is going

"He’s gonna hide under the snow forever.”
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Hawks' Young after loss: Officiating 'one-sided'

Hawks All-Star guard Trae Young said the officiating was "one-sided" after Thursday night's loss to the Magic.
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One caveat lies between Warriors and their lofty playoff goals

The Golden State Warriors must break their worst, most self-harming tendency if they want to reach the Western Conference's No. 6 seed.
Yahoo Sports - 1d
Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, is again spewing lava

Kilauea volcano is shooting lava into the air once again in Hawaii
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Voltron Data just partnered with Accenture to solve one of AI’s biggest headaches

Voltron Data partners with Accenture to revolutionize enterprise data processing with GPU-powered analytics engine Theseus, promising up to 100x performance gains for AI-driven companies facing ...
VentureBeat - 17h
Invisible, autonomous and hackable: The AI agent dilemma no one saw coming

How can enterprises protect against the unique vulnerabilities of AI agents? Consider treating them as their own identities.
VentureBeat - 14h
After one year of Ineos at Man United, is the club any better off?

It's one year since Ineos' investment in Man United and took over the club's footballing operations. How has it done in meeting high expectations?
ESPN - 8h
The Bangles' memoir retraces the band's steps of walking like Egyptians, meeting Prince and making history

Susanna Hoffs, along with bandmates Vicki and Debbi Peterson, spoke about new book "Eternal Flame," recalling key events in the Bangles' chart-topping run in the 1980s and how the band shaped their ...
Los Angeles Times - 2d
Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy party takes initial step toward disbanding

Hong Kong’s largest pro-democracy party took an initial step toward dissolving on Thursday
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La Salle's Fran Dunphy to retire: Big 5 coaching legend will step aside at the end of 2024-25 season

Dunphy will transition into a role as special assistant to the president at La Salle
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Ex-Army head says UK and Europe must step up over Ukraine

Sir Nick Carter says "others are going to have to step up to the plate" if the US does not want to.
BBC News - 4h
Researchers confirm Hall of Famer Bobby Hull had CTE when he died 2 years ago

Bobby Hull's widow says the Hall of Famer and two-time NHL MVP who helped the Chicago Blackhawks win the 1961 Stanley Cup had chronic traumatic encephalopathy when he died two years ago
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Canadian anthem singer confirms she changed 'O Canada' lyrics as dig at U.S. during 4 Nations Face-Off

President Donald Trump has spoken repeatedly about turning Canada into the 51st state. Canadians are not fans of the idea.
Yahoo Sports - 2h
Commentary: 'Captain America: Brave New World' is a political thriller that shies away from politics. Why it feels like a step backward

In 'Captain America: Brave New World,' Sam Wilson talks about the pressure of wondering if he'll ever be enough. The same question applies to the movie.
Los Angeles Times - 1d
NBA DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy basketball picks for Thursday, Feb. 20 include Karl-Anthony Towns

SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal NBA DFS lineup advice for Thursday, Feb. 20
CBS Sports - 9h
Northwestern vs. Ohio State prediction, odds, time: 2025 college basketball picks, Feb. 20 bets by top model

SportsLine's model simulated Northwestern Wildcats vs. Ohio State Buckeyes in a Big Ten Conference matchup on Thursday 10,000 times
CBS Sports - 8h
USWNT vs. Colombia prediction, odds, start time: 2025 SheBelieves Cup picks, best bets from soccer expert

Soccer expert Brandt Sutton has locked in his best bets for Thursday's Colombia vs. USWNT SheBelieves Cup 2025 match
CBS Sports - 8h
Suns vs. Spurs odds, score prediction, start time: 2025 NBA picks, Feb. 20 bets by proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA picks and predictions for Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night
CBS Sports - 6h
Where to watch USWNT vs. Colombia: Live stream SheBelieves Cup, odds, USA soccer pick, prediction

The reigning gold-medal winners open up their participation in the tournament on Thursday night
CBS Sports - 5h
Hawks' Trae Young has a bone to pick with referees who 'take s--- personally,' but he dug his own hole

Young's Hawks lost to Orlando on Thursday and he didn't like the way the whistle blew
CBS Sports - 2h
MLB free agency: Pirates add lefty Andrew Heaney on one-year deal to boost pitching depth, per report

Heaney has experience both starting and coming out of relief
CBS Sports - 7h
Celtics vs. 76ers odds, line, prediction, start time: 2025 NBA picks, Feb. 20 best bets from proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers 10,000 times and revealed its NBA picks for Thursday
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Bulls vs. Knicks odds, score prediction, start time: 2025 NBA picks, Feb. 20 best bets by proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its NBA picks and predictions for Thursday's Chicago Bulls vs. New York Knicks matchup
CBS Sports - 8h
Trump and Zelensky’s war of words

The US and Ukrainian presidents get into a public row.
BBC News - 1d
Trump Urged to Halt Firings at the FAA

After a string of deadly plane crashes, lawmakers and union members are urging the president to protect the transportation department from further personnel cuts.
The New York Times - 1d
Ukraine or Russia: Whose side is Trump on?

Nick asks former UK foreign secretary Jeremy Hunt.
BBC News - 1d
Trump layoff plan gets reprieve

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Judge gives Trump go-ahead on mass layoffs A federal judge refused a request from ...
The Hill - 7h
An alternative take on Trump’s favourite word

Seen from a different angle, would the US president still choose tariffs?
Financial Times - 2h
Trump Eyes a Bigger, Better Trade Deal With China

U.S. officials are considering whether they can strike a deal with China that would ramp up its purchases of American goods and investments in the United States.
The New York Times - 1d
Trump stuns Senate GOP with House budget endorsement

“Did not see that one coming,” Senate Majority Leader John Thune said.
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