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Thousands of counterfeit forever stamps seized by customs agents in ChicagoThousands of counterfeit stamps were seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) last weekend at the Chicago International Mail Branch.The CBP announced Thursday that eight shipments of "Forever Stamps" from China containing 161,860 stamps were confiscated.

Thousands of counterfeit stamps from China seized by customs agents in Chicago

Even wise Mr. Miyagi couldn’t have seen the surprising path taken by “The Karate Kid” stars Ralph Macchio and William Zabka.The first day of filming the 1984 movie found Macchio face down in a face full of sand on a Southern California beach when his New Jersey transplant Daniel LaRusso is beaten up by Cobra Kai teen bad boy Johnny Lawrence (Zabka) and his goons. Cut to 41 years later on the last day of filming the Netflix spinoff series “Cobra Kai” and another beach scene, where Macchio and Zabka

Ralph Macchio and William Zabka were 'Karate Kid' rivals. Then 'Cobra Kai' made them pals.

Laurent Cipriani | Afp | Getty ImagesThis report is from this week's CNBC's "Inside India" newsletter which brings you timely, insightful news and market commentary on the emerging powerhouse and the big businesses behind its meteoric rise. Like what you see? You can subscribe here.The big storySaint-Paul-lez-Durance is a small town of about 1,000 people in the south of France, featuring a picturesque 15th-century château and a handful of shops.Yet, its quaint charms were not the only reason that attracted

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: How Modi's trip to the U.S. and France could help India grow its nuclear ambitions

The GOP-controlled Senate voted Thursday to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime anti-vaccine activist, to lead the country's most powerful health care agency.Kennedy was confirmed as health and human services secretary on a mostly party-line vote of 52-48. Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., broke ranks on yet another of President Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees, joining all Democrats in opposition.

Senate votes to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary

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Twins Hugo and Ross Turner took part in a vegan vs meat diet challengeA man who went on a vegan diet for 12 weeks has revealed the hardest part of taking on restrictive eating habits.Identical twins, Hugo and Ross Turner, have taken part in five different health-related studies.

Twins who took on vegan vs meat diet to see how it changed their bodies reveal most difficult part of plant-based diet

JCPenney and Joann are two of several big-name department stores expected to shutter stores this year.The two companies both shared store closure announcements this week, with JCPenney expected to close a "handful" by mid-2025 and Joann to shutter roughly 500 locations. The retailers join other companies like Macy's, Kohl's and Party City that have announced plans to close stores in recent months.

Which retailers are closing stores in 2025? Joann, JCPenney, Macy's and more

Behar argued that people didn't vote to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America'The View' co-host rages at America's name: 'Why is it named after a White man?'"The View" co-host Joy Behar complained during the show on Thursday that America was named after a White man, Amerigo Vespucci, while discussing the Gulf of America renaming.

Joy Behar goes off on US being 'named after a White man' during Gulf of America debate

Just in time for Black History Month, Gap and Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR) have teamed up to deliver a striking 16-piece capsule collection that highlights the creativity of six visionary Black designers.Launching February 14 in select stores and on Gap.com, the collaboration takes inspiration from Gap's timeless American staples — but with an innovative, fashion-forward twist.

Gap and Harlem's Fashion Row launch bold new capsule celebrating Black designers

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australia has protested what it describes as an unsafe and unprofessional interaction over the South China Sea where a Chinese fighter is accused of releasing flares that endangered an Australian military surveillance plane.A Chinese J-16 fighter released flares on Tuesday that passed within 30 meters (100 feet) of a P-8 Poseidon surveillance jet in daylight and in international air space, Defense Minister Richard Marles said on Thursday.

Australia accuses Chinese fighter of endangering Australian surveillance plane over South China Sea

Giving a bouquet of flowers to your beloved is a classic Valentine's Day gesture of love. But as we hear from our correspondent in Colombia, growing those flowers comes at a steep environmental cost.

The Truth Behind Your Valentine's Day Flowers

Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) head Elon Musk on Thursday said his presidential advisory committee could “delete entire government agencies” amid an aggressive audit of the federal government.Musk’s comments, made while speaking at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, come as he continues to push for major cuts to government spending. The White House has already credited DOGE with discovering and halting millions of dollars worth of expenses deemed wasteful.During his address, Musk said

Musk says entire government agencies could be deleted as DOGE looks for cuts

The New Orleans Saints are hiring Kellen Moore as their new head coach, poaching the Philadelphia Eagles' offensive coordinator days after their Super Bowl successKellen Moore is set to become head coach of the New Orleans Saints after holding further talks with the organization days after winning Super Bowl LIX with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Eagles coach leaves immediately after Super Bowl after ignoring Nick Sirianni plea

Since US President Donald Trump took office in January, his team has made major changes to the federal government that have disrupted research and research institutions in the United States and beyond. Nature’s team of reporters is covering the Trump administration and how it is reshaping science around the world.

Are the Trump team’s actions affecting your research? How to contact Nature

A mother left 'screaming in pain' and looking 'possessed' from muscle spasms over half of her body has been told doctors are clueless as to what is wrong with her.'Strong and fit' pub worker Sadie Slattery used to love kickboxing and said 'anything a man can do I can do too'.

Mother left screaming in agony on an A&E floor for 14 HOURS

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor issued a clear warning about the corrosive influence that misinformation can have on society in public remarks Tuesday. My colleague Jordan Rubin wrote a great post spotlighting Sotomayor’s comments on the importance of obeying court rulings during her discussion with Knight Foundation CEO Maribel Pérez Wadsworth at a Florida college.That discussion later shifted to talk about freedom, at which point Sotomayor — one of the three liberal justices on the nine-member

Justice Sotomayor says 'we will lose our democracy' without media literacy

The royal itinerary is chock-full this week, but one event is glaringly missing.It’s a busy time in Kensington Palace, with reports emerging that Prince William is forgoing a Hollywood event while his father, King Charles, is doling out new royal titles.It’s a hectic itinerary, so let me break it down for you.

Prince William snubs Hollywood after King Charles officially passes on the torch by dishing out royal title to new prince

Lee had 135 plate appearances in the leadoff spot last season before being injuredSCOTTSDALE — Bob Melvin has a preliminary idea of how his Opening Day lineup will look. When Melvin hands over his first scorecard at Great American Ballpark on March 27, the sheet of paper will likely feature Willy Adames in the two-hole, Matt Chapman batting cleanup and Heliot Ramos batting fifth.

Why Jung Hoo Lee could hit No. 3 in SF Giants’ lineup

Pastry Painting Free Speech FILE - Leavitt's Country Bakery is seen in this April 12, 2023 file photo, in Conway, N.H. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, file)CONCORD, N.H. — (AP) — A First Amendment dispute over a bright painting that shows sunbeams shining down on a mountain range made of sprinkle-covered chocolate and strawberry doughnuts, a blueberry muffin, a cinnamon roll and other pastries is scheduled for trial Thursday.A federal judge in New Hampshire will consider whether a town is infringing on the

A free speech case over a pastry shop painting goes to trial

A video about a man who decided to test the bond with his geese by pretending to faint and their "hysterical" reaction has captivated millions on TikTok.The clip was posted by @seniteja and has amassed 2.3 million views since it was shared on February 12.

Owner Fakes Fainting, Geese React Like It's the End of the World

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President Trump is threatening a round of "reciprocal tariffs," suggesting the U.S. could tax imported goods at the same level that other countries tax U.S. exports.Trump says such tariffs would help domestic producers and reduce the nation's trade deficit. However, economists fear the tariffs could also put upward pressure on prices, making it harder to curb stubborn inflation.

Trump threatens 'reciprocal tariffs' against other countries

Rosemary Farm in Santa Maria, California, has struggled to get by as bird flu ravages poultry populations across the U.S., sickening and killing birds and causing egg prices to spike.The organic farm has been "decimated" by bird flu, said Linda Sanpei, who handles marketing for Rosemary Farms.

Eggstraordinary! California farm makes mega egg donation to LA wildfire victims

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to serve as secretary of Health and Human Services was officially confirmed by the Senate on Thursday.The final vote was 52 to 48.Sen. Mitch McConnell, who overcame polio at a young age, was the sole Republican to oppose Kennedy and vote no.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. narrowly confirmed by Senate as Trump's health secretary

The sports festival would hold track, swimming and other events free of anti-doping measures.By EDDIE PELLS, Associated PressA group led by Donald Trump Jr. is infusing funding and some political muscle into the Enhanced Games, a sports festival that would hold track, swimming and other events free of anti-doping measures.

Trump Jr. backs Enhanced Games, an Olympic disruptor that would allow some steroids in sports

There's going to be a lot of chatter about the New York Jets' quarterback room over the next few weeks.With the team announcing that they are moving on from Aaron Rodgers, it's fair to wonder what is next for the team. New York has Tyrod Taylor and Jordan Travis with the team currently, but ESPN's Rich Cimini reported that the team is "expected to pursue" another option and mentioned Kirk Cousins and Justin Fields as potential options.

Jets Already Linked To 2 Potential Options To Replace Aaron Rodgers

The chance is slim — a mere 2% — that the space rock will smack Earth.By MARCIA DUNN, Associated PressCAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The threat of a newly discovered asteroid has risen slightly in the past few weeks, as the world’s telescopes rush to track its course.

Why asteroid 2024 YR4 is unlikely to hit Earth in 2032 and how scientists keep track

NATO members should look to the U.S. and also seek to enhance their own defense spendingUkraine regaining pre-2014 borders is 'unrealistic objective,' Hegseth saysSecretary of State Pete Hegseth speaks about ending the Ukraine war, during first visit to NATO headquarters.Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said that as the U.S. aims to "revive the warrior ethos," European members of NATO also should follow suit and bolster defense efforts.

‘Make NATO great again’: Hegseth pushes European allies to step up defense efforts

Porsche is auctioning off the last 911 S/T in the US to help victims of the California wildfires.Porsche launched the 911 S/T in 2023 to celebrate the model’s 60th anniversary. The company pledged to make just 1,963 of them, honoring the 911’s first model year, and Porsche has assigned all but one of them in the United States to customers.

This Is Your Last Chance to Buy the Best 911

CNN —Three men were convicted on Monday of murder, conspiracy and other charges for drugging and robbing patrons at gay bars in New York City in 2022, resulting in the deaths of two men.Jayqwan Hamilton, Robert DeMaio and Jacob Barroso “lurked outside of nightclubs to exploit intoxicated individuals.

3 men found guilty of murder in drugging, robbery scheme at NYC gay bars that killed 2

Some U.S. towns, like Alys Beach in Florida, have a European flair to attract visitors for a luxury getaway. However, some U.S. towns were actually influenced by European immigrants, giving some lesser-known areas a charm for diverse cultures to thrive. The latter is true for one Pacific Coast city, laying down a Norwegian footprint in Alaska.

Alaska's 'Little Norway' Is A Quaint Town With Vibrant Beauty And Endless Outdoor Adventures

The London-based design pro uses accent chairs as the anchoring finishing touch in many of his spaces — here’s where he goes to buy themIn Livingetc's Little Black Book, we ask one interior designer for their secrets for sourcing for an area of the home.

Interior Designer Christian Bense Always Finds Classic Accent Chairs — These Are His Secret Sources

Three senior federal prosecutors resigned Thursday in connection with the department's decision to drop the criminal corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.Danielle Sassoon, the acting U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, resigned, a spokesman for the U.S. attorney's office said.