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Sky NewsDonald Trump's comments on Gaza trigger tensions with his Arab-American supporters
The chairman of a coalition, which successfully lobbied Arab-Americans to vote for Donald Trump, has slammed the new president for his weekend comments on Gaza. The statement signals an early sign of tension with a key demographic which helped push President Trump over the line in November.
- Variety
Jennifer Lopez Tears Up as Sundance Premiere of ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ Gets Standing Ovation: ‘I’ve Been Waiting For This Moment My Whole Life’
Jennifer Lopez, outfitted in sparkling, webbed-up gown and sky-high black heels, fought back tears as “Kiss of the Spider Woman” was embraced at Sundance Film Festival with a standing ovation. She told the audience at Park City’s Eccles Theatre that starring in the musical adaptation fulfilled a lifelong dream. “I’ve been waiting for this moment …
- Associated Press
Trump's celebration of American greatness puts a spotlight on a little-known panel of experts
Within hours of taking office, President Donald Trump outlined in one of his many executive orders a mission to celebrate American greatness and to recognize those who have made contributions throughout history. The U.S. Board on Geographic Names will play a role. The little known panel made up of officials from several federal agencies has been in existence since 1890. How did the board get its start?
- The Canadian Press
Don't be afraid to prescribe exercise to elderly patients, fitness experts tell doctors
TORONTO — Bob Bursach has worked with professional athletes over the course of his career as a personal trainer — but these days, he's focused on helping seniors make exercise part of their lives.
- Associated Press
AP PHOTOS: The rail tracks of Auschwitz still cross the area as aging reminders of horror
During World War II, men, women and children were transported from across Europe to Auschwitz-Birkenau, horrendous journeys in which they were packed into cramped cattle cars. Many of those rail tracks are abandoned but still exist within the site of the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum, stark reminders of the industrial nature of the killing. Nazi Germany established its largest extermination camp in Oswiecim — the name of the Polish town that was called Auschwitz under German occupation — because it was centrally located in Europe, with the railway infrastructure making it possible to transport Jews there from all across Europe — from Belgium, France and the Netherlands, from Italy and from Hungary.
- Associated Press
Today in History: February 6, Queen Elizabeth II accedes to throne
On Feb. 6, 1952, Britain’s King George VI, 56, died at Sandringham House in Norfolk, England; he was succeeded as monarch by his 25-year-old eldest daughter, who became Queen Elizabeth II. In 1778, during the American Revolutionary War, the United States won official recognition and military support from France with the signing of a Treaty of Alliance in Paris. In 1899, a peace treaty between the United States and Spain was ratified by the U.S. Senate; the treaty ended the Spanish-American War and ceded the Philippines, Puerto Rico and Guam to the United States.
- Associated Press
Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner's style draws comparisons to Novak Djokovic
Of all the praise bestowed on Jannik Sinner after he won his second consecutive Australian Open championship, and third Grand Slam title overall, nothing felt as significant as the comparison made by runner-up Alexander Zverev. Facing Sinner, particularly on hard courts, reminded Zverev a lot of trying to solve the challenge presented by none other than 24-time major champion Novak Djokovic. “It’s very, very difficult to win a point from the back of the court against them — against Novak and him," said Zverev, who is ranked No. 2 but felt much further away from No. 1 Sinner in Rod Laver Arena.
- Associated Press
Today in History: February 7, The Beatles arrive for their first US tour
On Feb. 7, 1964, the Beatles were met by thousands of screaming fans at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport as they arrived to begin their first American tour. In 1904, the Great Baltimore Fire began; one of the worst city fires in American history, it destroyed over 1,500 buildings in central Baltimore. In 1943, the government abruptly announced that wartime rationing of shoes made of leather would go into effect in two days, limiting consumers to buying three pairs per person per year.
- Associated Press
What to stream: The Weeknd album, Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell, 'SNL' music and 'Babygirl'
Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell starring in the wedding comedy “You’re Cordially Invited” and The Weeknd's album “Hurry Up Tomorrow” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists: Director Robert Zemeckis’ “Here” with Tom Hanks, Sterling K. Brown returns to TV as a Secret Service agent and there’s a sequel to “Citizen Sleeper,” the surprise gaming hit of 2022. NEW MOVIES TO STREAM JAN.
- Associated Press
Today in History: February 5, Senate acquits Donald Trump in first impeachment
On Feb. 5, 2020, the Senate voted to acquit President Donald Trump, bringing to a close the third presidential trial in American history. In 1917, the U.S. Congress passed the Immigration Act of 1917 over President Woodrow Wilson’s veto, an act that severely curtailed Asian immigration and mandated immigrant literacy testing. In 1971, Apollo 14 astronauts Alan Shepard and Edgar Mitchell stepped onto the surface of the moon in the first of two lunar excursions.
- Yahoo News Singapore
Singaporean’s remains found after Taiwan earthquake tragedy; Cost of living, housing top voter concerns ahead of GE2025: Singapore live news
The remains of Sim Hwee Kok, a Singaporean killed in Taiwan's April 2024 earthquake, have been found and identified. Cost of living, housing prices, and the economy are key voters' concerns ahead of GE2025. Plus some of the biggest and fascinating news in Singapore and beyond.
- The Guardian
Twenty-five years on from Italy’s big entrance, the Six Nations’ pizazz never fades
In February 2000, the newcomers surprised Scotland and a quarter-century of highlights remind us of the tournament’s enduring power
- The Guardian
‘New way of bearing witness’: one of biggest Holocaust archives goes online
Exclusive: Wiener Holocaust Library has digitised more than 150,000 items including letters, pamphlets and photos
- The Guardian
Intimacy coordinators say Blake Lively’s legal dispute shows need for their role
Actor has accused Justin Baldoni, co-star and director of It Ends With Us, of sexual harassment in civil action
- The Guardian
‘Serious concerns’ about DWP’s use of AI to read correspondence from benefit claimants
White mail system handles ‘highly sensitive personal data’ and people not told it is processing their information
- The Guardian
AI prototypes for UK welfare system dropped as officials lament ‘false starts’
Exclusive: Pilots for staff training, jobcentres and speeding up disability benefit payments not being taken up
- The Guardian
Victims to take centre stage at reopened Omagh bombing inquiry
Families of children killed will speak at inquiry into whether Northern Ireland atrocity could have been stopped
- USA TODAY Sports
Super Bowl to pit Chiefs vs. Eagles, dog improves to 11-1 on NFL picks
This NFL playoff pick 'em contest pits Man vs. Machine vs. Dog, with USA TODAY writers facing off against a computer model and 7-year-old Maltipoo.
- KSHB - Kansas City Scripps
Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes: 'I know I’m a long way from Tom [Brady.]'
Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes: 'I know I’m a long way from Tom [Brady.]'
- Yahoo News Canada Video
'Star Trek: Section 31' stars on expectations from fans for new movie: 'You are bound to ruffle some feathers'
Canadian actors Kacey Rohl and Humberly González star alongside Michelle Yeoh in the new movie Star Trek: Section 31 (now on Paramount+). Filmed in Toronto the movie, directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, feels unique to other projects in the Star Trek universe. But with legions of franchise fans around the world, any new Star Trek projects comes with extensive expectations. Speaking to Yahoo Canada, Rohl and González addressed process of making a new Star Trek film that feels fresh, while also trying to appeal to what people have loved about the franchise for years. Additionally, they spoke about the extensive physical transformations they had to go through for the movie.