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Thomas Detry nearly aced the par-3 16th hole and shot a 7-under 64 in the second round to take a two-shot lead lead in the Phoenix OpenJordan Spieth put himself in the mix with eagles on 13 and 15, shooting 65 to reach 9 under in his second tournament since offseason wrist surgery.

Thomas Detry nearly aces 16, shoots 64 to take 2-shot lead in Phoenix Open

New York’s justice system took one on the chin.A 15-year-old high schooler used his experience as a boxer to save his teen gal pal from a Brooklyn subway mugging by a pair of beer-chugging migrants Tuesday — only to see one of the goons promptly set free by a judge after the attack.

Hero, 15, saves female friend from mugging in NYC subway by migrants, one of whom is sprung by judge

'Can this party be saved? I have my doubts,' 'Sanity Clause' newsletter author Joe Klein asked about the Democratic Party this week‘Gutfeld!’ says DNC preachings on gender don't work‘Gutfeld!’ panelists discuss the DNC being lambasted for a 'beyond parody' leadership vote that included singing and gender rules.

Prominent pundit wonders if left wing 'nuttiness' has damaged Democratic Party beyond repair

When 2025 began, nearly 52 million retired workers were bringing home an average monthly check of $1,975.34 from Social Security. Though this might sound like a modest amount of income, it's often a necessity to help aging Americans make ends meet.For 23 years, national pollster Gallup has conducted an annual survey to gauge the reliance of retirees on their monthly Social Security check.

President Donald Trump Wants to Change Social Security, but It Comes With a Potentially Big Cost to Retirees

Gamers face significant disruptions as the PlayStation Network grapples with a massive outage, affecting online access and overall enjoyment.The recent PlayStation Network outage sent shockwaves through the gaming community. Thousands of dedicated players found themselves unable to log in, connect with friends, or access digital titles they purchased.

PlayStation Network Outage: What Gamers Need to Know to Stay Connected

A man drew audible gasps after opening a barbecue grill to reveal an unwanted guest dwelling inside.Stuart McKenzie from Queensland, Australia, can be heard on a video shared to social media informing the homeowner: "I've just seen its tail disappear up into the barbecue."

Man Opens Grill Cover to Horror as He Sees 'Tail' Disappearing Inside

CNN —US-funded aid work around the world has been largely brought to a standstill, multiple sources tell CNN, despite Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s claims that the United States continues to provide lifesaving humanitarian aid.As the Trump’s administration’s 90-day freeze on nearly all US foreign aid continues into a third week, thousands of USAID personnel were expected to be placed on administrative leave or fired, with plans to only retain several hundred personnel deemed “essential,” effectively gutting the agency.

The US State Department says humanitarian assistance can continue. Foreign aid workers say that’s not happening

Diversity, equity and inclusion programs were created to help communities that have historically faced obstacles to equal opportunities in the workplace or felt a lack of belonging in majority-White corporate settings.These programs expanded on the Civil Rights Act, signed in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson, outlawing employment discrimination based on race, religion, sex, color and national origin, experts say.

DEI programs benefit many groups, not just Black and brown communities

The Georgian star opened his Parisien account in style as Luis Enrique's men underlined their recent turnaroundPARIS -- Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for next week's UEFA Champions League knockout round playoff first leg against Stade Brestois 29 with a convincing 4-1 home win over AS Monaco in Ligue 1 on Friday.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's first PSG goal inspires Ligue 1 Monaco rout ahead of all-French UCL tie vs. Brest

WALT (1A: "To You" poet Whitman) Although the poetry of WALT Whitman (1819-1892) was considered controversial in his time (too sensual!), he's now considered one of the most influential American poets. His Leaves of Grass poetry collection was first published in 1855, though several revised and expanded versions were later released. WALT Whitman's poem, "To You," which can be read on the Academy of American Poets website, begins, "Whoever you are, I fear you are walking the walks of dreams."MAROON (12A: "And

Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Inevitable (Freestyle)

CNN —Ecuadorian voters are preparing to cast their ballots for a new president for the second time in 18 months amid an unprecedented security crisis in the country.Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, the son of a banana tycoon, was elected in 2023 to finish the term of his predecessor Guillermo Lasso, who had resigned, dissolved congress and triggered new elections to avoid impeachment.

Ecuador votes for a new president after years of violence and blackouts

Editor’s note: Sign up for Unlocking the World, CNN Travel’s weekly newsletter. Get news about destinations, plus the latest in aviation, food and drink, and where to stay.In our travel news roundup this week: the rise in solo dining, where to save money at US ski resorts, plus the Californian hot-air balloon company offering a rather cheeky package.Your love keeps lifting me higherIs it getting hot in here, or is a gas-burner propelling a dirigible above our heads?A California-based hot-air balloon

Most flights don’t want you joining the Mile-High Club. This company encourages it

A man has shocked the internet after revealing the unexpected item he found inside a new coat he bought on Amazon.After buying his wife a new winter coat, Reddit user u/annual_mushrooms shared a post on the social media platform with an image of what she found in one of the pockets.

Man Buys 'New' Coat for His Wife From Amazon, Shock Over What's in Pocket

Photo by Melissa Sue Gerrits/Getty ImagesThis essay and its accompanying video are part of a 10-part series created by the Equal Justice Initiative to spotlight often overlooked or hidden stories of racial injustice. ESSENCE is republishing select stories from this important initiative. Learn more about EJI’s work here. In the late 1890s, Wilmington, North Carolina, a port city between the Atlantic’s barrier islands and the banks of the Cape Fear River, became an island of hope for a new America. Residents

Did You Know That White Supremacists Overthrew A Thriving Black-Led City In North Carolina?

CNN —A French cycling race was thrown into chaos on Friday when several teams quit after cars and trucks appeared on the course, endangering the cyclists.Soudal Quick-Step, one of cycling’s biggest teams, branded the scenes at the Étoile de Bessèges “unacceptable” and was among those who quit the race to “prioritise the safety of our riders and staff.”

Cycling race upended by riders’ mass protest after cars on the course prompts chaos

"The Price is Right" model and contestant standing next to a car (Cover image source: Facebook | The Price is Right) Seeing others win big may be exciting but not many people quite the tax burden that follows. “The Price is Right” is among the game shows on TV that have maintained a fan following consistently for years. One of the most special moments on the show is when a contestant wins something big such as a car. However, a lot of people might not know that there’s a whole process the winners have

The biggest prize on ‘Price is Right’ comes with one major problem the contestants never expect

The 47-year-old man, Chakkaphan, was allegedly seen on CCTV, with staff at the store notifying the girl’s mother Duan and her father Ton.In the footage, the man can be seen sitting on a swivel office chair as multiple police officers stand back with hands on their hips.

Disturbing video shows police watching as parents beat up perv who ‘fondled’ preteen daughter

President Donald Trump's administration has already reversed or backtracked on a number of actions and policies in the first few weeks of the Republican's second term.The policy changes have ranged from the administration downplaying Trump's rhetoric on Gaza, rescinding an order that froze federal grants, to changes made by the Department of Justice [DOJ].

Donald Trump Is Already in Reverse

CNN —When Elaine Spaulding met Arthur Aron in class at the University of California, Berkeley, in the late 1960s, she was conflicted.Both were studying social psychology. Elaine was in her final year of undergraduate coursework, and Arthur was just beginning his doctoral program.

Can asking 36 questions lead to love? The couple behind this research say yes

Seven people were arrested when the huge haul was discovered after a bag went through an X-ray machine and the alarm was raised at Manchester AirportAmerican drug smugglers were caught red-handed when £8m-worth of cocaine was discovered in suitcases at Manchester Airport. The group, consisting of five women and two men, had been recruited by crime bosses and promised "considerable" payments.

American gang busted at UK airport after hiding in toilets thought they were going to make a fortune

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WASHINGTON − Former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy, renowned for her grace and elegance, once served as an honorary chairman of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, which was named for her slain husband.President Dwight Eisenhower first envisioned the cultural center, which sits on the east bank of the Potomac River, as an “artistic mecca” in 1959 .

Trump says he ousted Kennedy Center chair and board members

A fast-moving winter storm packing a dangerous combination of snow, sleet and ice is moving through the Midwest on Saturday afternoon, with up to a foot of snow predicted in parts of the Northeast by Sunday morning.Nearly 90 million people from the Midwest to the Northeast are under extensive winter alerts, according to the National Weather Service.

Fast-moving winter storm is bringing snow, sleet and ice to Midwest, then the Northeast

Road crews are continuing to clear a mudslide that blocked access to the historic Topanga Canyon outside Los Angeles following the devastating Palisades Fire last month.The mudslide sloshed into the canyon early Jan. 27, forcing the closure of SR-27. Caltrans on Feb. 2 said the road would be closed indefinitely, and on Saturday, Feb. 8, announced that a stretch of Pacific Coast Highway, where the Topanga Canyon Road starts, would remain closed indefinitely.

Weeks after LA fires, road closures and mudslide impacts persist

President Trump is carrying out his expected crackdown on illegal immigrationFox News Flash top headlines for February 8Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.President Donald Trump’s promised border crackdown appears to be influencing groups of migrants looking to enter the United States illegally.

Migrants turning back due to tighter border security, CBP memo shows

NEW ORLEANS, La. (KMIZ)Everybody loves to hate on a winner.The Kansas City Chiefs have been winning a lot, lately, and with that kind of success usually comes jealousy, hatred and a whole lot of people preying on your downfall. You've seen that around the league through the 2024 season, too.

Kansas City Chiefs come into Super Bowl LIX in their villain era

Feb. 8 (UPI) -- U.S. medical services providers are seeing the greatest numbers of flu cases since the 2009-2010 flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Friday.For the week ending on Feb. 1, 8% of all hospital emergency department visits were due to the flu, which is more than double the 3.2% posted at the same time a year ago, the CDC reported.

U.S. influenza cases reach 15-year high despite declining COVID-19, CDC says

Most people buy an exotic sports car and then stick it in a garage, only to be taken out on the odd dry Sunday. This is why many supercars don't reach even 30,000 miles on the clock. But there are a rare few who buy quick road cars with the intention of using them and wrack up the kind of mileages that you might expect to see in a hatchback or pick-up.

The Highest Mileage Porsche In The World

The Pocono Mountains flourish as a beloved destination where you can find everything from the picturesque views of Pennsylvania's tallest waterfall to five great train rides for viewing fall foliage. Hidden within this mountain region's treasure trove of gems is another destination that calls out to curious travelers.

A Funky, Underrated Pennsylvania Borough Hidden In The Pocono Mountains Boasts A Lively Downtown

Though simple in theory, laundry can often become a complicated process between laundry care symbols, finicky materials, and home remedies and recipes everyone seems to swear by. Things can easily go wrong, and sometimes it’s hard to figure out what even happened.Since the best way to avoid making a mistake is to know the risks and plan accordingly, we turned to an expert to ask: What are the biggest laundry mistakes people make when it comes to washing, drying, and sorting their loads?

3 Laundry Mistakes Pros Want You to Stop Making (You're Doing More Harm Than Good)

Award season in Hollywood is in full swing and now that the Golden Globes and Grammys have wrapped up, eyes are another another big night: the Oscars.The 97th Academy Awards are scheduled to take place next month in Los Angeles and will celebrate the best movies of 2024 along with the people behind them.