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Hamas is set to free three more Israeli hostages as well as five Thai captives on Thursday, and Israel is to release another 110 Palestinian prisoners, in the third such exchange since a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip took hold earlier this month.The tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is aimed at ending the war in Gaza and securing the release of dozens of hostages held by the militant group, as well as hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned or detained by Israel.

Middle East latest: Hostages and prisoners set to be released as ceasefire holds

CNN —Iman Helles, a displaced mother sheltering in a facility run by the UN agency for Palestinian refugees in Gaza, fears that she will now be “thrown out to the streets” with her three children.Israel’s ban on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) came into effect on Thursday, and Helles relies almost fully on the organization to support her family in the devastated enclave.

‘We rely on God, then on UNRWA’: Palestinians fear drastic effects as Israeli ban on UN agency comes into force

On Jan. 30, 2020, World Health Organization officials declared the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak -- later to be dubbed COVID-19 -- a public health emergency of international concern.Jan. 30 (UPI) -- On this date in history:In 1649, British King Charles I was beheaded by order of Parliament.

On This Day: WHO declares COVID-19 a public health emergency

Like many business leaders and professionals, you might have heard of quantum computing and assumed it’s something that won’t affect you for years.I think this would be a mistake. While it is still in the early days, development is accelerating rapidly, and it might not be too long until it starts impacting industries and creating opportunities for innovation.

5 Critical Quantum Computing Facts Business Leaders Can't Afford To Miss

Striking a harmonious balance between work and family enhances well-being and productivity. Discover how Jennifer Hyman’s insights can inspire your journey.**Balancing Act: Finding Harmony in Life**Jennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, has become a prominent voice in the discussions surrounding work-life balance.

Achieve Work-Life Balance: Jennifer Hyman’s Secrets to Success

A video showing an unusual optical illusion around Denali, North America's tallest mountain, has gone viral on TikTok.The video, posted on January 2 by TikTok user @ak_amy_mae, has amassed 6 million views and was recorded in Anchorage, Alaska's most populous city.

Woman Looks Up at Alaskan Mountain—'Can't Believe' What She Sees

THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Greece arrested a Turkish man after discovering dozens of firearms and other weapons stashed on his boat when he fell ill and lost control of the vessel, authorities said Thursday.The coast guard said they responded to reports Tuesday of a motorized boat drifting outside the port of Alexandroupolis, near Greece’s border with Turkey.

Greece arrests a Turkish man after search of a drifting boat turns up large weapons stash

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.CNN —After vacationing in Spain a few times, Cristina Martinez, from the US, felt enamoured with the European country and was eager to return — for good.

She relocated to Spain in 2022, but after struggling to adapt, this American woman has packed up and returned home

President Donald Trump went on the offensive against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at his press briefing on the plane crash.He called Pete Buttigieg, the transportation secretary in the Biden administration, "bulls---," and said Buttigieg has "run [the Department of Transportation] right into the ground with his diversity."

Trump goes on the offensive against DEI at plane crash briefing

Jan. 30 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump's choice to direct U.S. intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, faces a Senate panel that is divided over its position on her nomination in a confirmation hearing on Thursday.Nine Republicans and eight Democrats make up the Senate Intelligence Committee.

Tulsi Gabbard, seeking intelligence lead role, faces Senate panel

Leipzig completed the signing of Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons from Paris Saint-Germain on Thursday.He’s contracted to 2027. Neither Leipzig nor PSG disclosed the fee.“We’ve been working for a long time to make this transfer, which is a great one both in a sporting and financial sense, a reality,” Leipzig managing director for sport Marcel Schafer said.

Netherlands midfielder Xavi Simons joins Leipzig from PSG on permanent deal

Salwan Momika, an Iraqi man who sparked outrage by staging Quran-burning protests in Sweden in 2023, has been shot dead, according to Swedish authorities.A spokesperson for Sweden’s prosecutor’s office confirmed to CNN that Momika was shot dead in capital city Stockholm on Wednesday.Stockholm police told CNN that five people had been arrested on Wednesday night on suspicion of murder.Momika was on Thursday set to be handed a verdict in a trial where he was accused of incitement to racial hatred, Goran

Man who staged Quran burning protests in Sweden shot dead, authorities say

The Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet was carrying roughly 60 passengers, according to Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall, who called the collision "devastating news of what can only be described as nothing short of a nightmare."

Plane carrying roughly 60 passengers

Jan. 30 (UPI) -- Stranded NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore conducted a spacewalk outside of the International Space Center on Thursday for maintenance.Williams and Wilmore started their spacewalk at 7:43 a.m., EST, to remove a radio frequency group antenna assembly, collect samples of surface material for analysis for microorganisms, and prepare a spare elbow joint for the ISS's robotic arm.

Stranded astronauts Williams, Wilmore perform first spacewalk together

LONDON (AP) — The BBC has apologized to staff members who felt unable to complain about the conduct of actor and comedian Russell Brand because of his status after an internal review found that concerns about his behavior weren’t handled appropriately.The investigation by Peter Johnston, the BBC’s director of editorial complaints, identified eight complaints about Brand, including allegations that he had sex on BBC premises and exposed himself in the studio.

BBC apologizes to staff who felt they were unable to raise concerns about comedian Russell Brand

What was behind Stu Jackson's warning shot?Late last week, an unusual, pithy press release was published. The urgent 100-word statement was about "the future of college athletics," and curiously enough, it was authored by one of the 12 members of the men's basketball selection committee.

One commissioner is ringing alarm bells about a possible power conference takeover of the NCAA Tournament

A woman has shared her shock after adopting a puppy she believed to be a black Labrador, only to discover they may be a completely different breed.On New Year's Day, Nancy Muth from Florida welcomed Rocco into her home, taking him in from a family that could no longer care for him.

Woman Thinks She's Adopted Labrador Puppy, Not Prepared for What Vet Says

Plus: RFK Jr.'s plan to squash Big Pharma, J.D. Vance vs. the bishops, and more...FREEZE: With the exceptions of Social Security and Medicare benefits, the federal government has paused issuing grants, loans, and all other forms of financial assistance.

No More Government Assistance

HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong culinary institution is acknowledging that changing times bring changing tastes and has found a hit in adding American pistachios to the range of flavors in its famed dumplings.The Kwan Hong Bakery last year began offering the new flavor alongside the traditional peanut and red bean fillings that are the heart of the sweet, deep-fried pastry, which is hand-filled and folded like the wide range of sweet and savory dumplings known in the local dialect as “kok zai.”

AP PHOTOS: Move over peanuts, pistachio is the latest trend for Hong Kong New Year treats

In the past, we’ve written about why airplanes are painted white, why their doors are outlined with a different color, and the significance of the colors of a plane’s jet engine.With cruising becoming so popular, we decided to look into the colors of cruise ships, too.

Why Are Cruise Ships Always Painted White?

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WASHINGTON – The fatal airline crash at Washington’s airport – the first U.S. passenger plane crash since 2009 – became the first major test of President Donald Trump's new administration. It came on Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's first day on the job.“Safety is our expectation," Duffy told reporters Thursday morning in response to the crash.

Trump and new Transportation chief face first major test after deadly DC plane crash

Headed into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s first Senate confirmation hearing, many observers expected the longtime conspiracy theorist to face tough questions about his many outlandish ideas — and he did. It was also widely assumed that Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services would try to distance himself from his lengthy record of anti-vaccine activism — and he did that, too.

At confirmation hearing, RFK Jr. trips over his ignorance

Guatemala City, Guatemala CNN —Six months ago Francisco Fortín was attacked by gangs wielding machetes in his home country of Honduras, he said, an act of violence that cemented a decision to quit his impoverished and trouble-plagued homeland.Last Sunday, with wounds on his chest, leg and back healing, he and his partner Annie finally left and crossed into Guatemala.

Trump realities drive migrants to reroute their American Dream

The US Naval base at Guantanamo Bay is about to get a new chapter added to its notorious history.The facility in Cuba has long attracted the ire of human rights groups who accuse Washington of using it as an outpost outside the reach of US law to shield from scrutiny alleged abuses of the asylum process and in the war on terror.

Trump’s Guantanamo migrant plan evokes a dark history

Superstar singer Rihanna made her first appearance at the trial of her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, and may have outshined key testimony in the caseRapper A$AP Rocky arrives at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center in Los Angeles, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)LOS ANGELES (AP) — The most important testimony at the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky got second billing as the defendant’s partner and the mother of their children sat quietly but shined bright like a diamond in the

Rihanna appears at trial of A$AP Rocky and outshines key testimony on alleged shooting

NASA's two stranded astronauts conducted their first spacewalk together Thursday, stepping outside the International Space Station nearly eight months after their arrival.Why It MattersThe prolonged stay of NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore aboard the ISS underscores the challenges of human spaceflight. Their unexpected 10-month mission highlights Boeing's ongoing struggles with its Starliner capsule, raising serious questions about its future in NASA's commercial crew program.

NASA's Stranded Astronauts Take First Spacewalk Together

Find the perfect Valentine's gift during Blue Nile's saleGift something luxurious this Valentine's Day. (iStock )Jewelry is a classic Valentine’s Day gift for a reason: it’s luxurious, thoughtful and timeless. It can serve as a lasting symbol of your love and commitment.

Blue Nile’s Valentine's Day sale: Dazzle your Valentine with one-of-a-kind jewelry

Quick LinksDeep down, car lovers are always rooting for every new startup. Whether they're producing something you'd actually want to drive or not, more success stories mean more options and a healthier automotive ecosystem. But the industry has always been a tough one to break into, and the list of startups that failed to go the distance could fill a phone book, so the success of Scout Motors has been nothing short of remarkable.

What Scout's Early Success Teaches Other Truck And SUV EV Startups

CNN —Music’s biggest night is happening Sunday and the lineup of scheduled performers is pretty impressive.The Grammy Awards air live from Los Angeles and will be hosted again this year by Trevor Noah. There has already been excitement about potential performances, thanks to the nominations.

All artists performing at the Grammys so far

Florida is one of the most ecologically diverse states in America. It is home to more than 8,000 natural lakes, over 4,000 animal species, and three ecoregions, and at least 22 million people call it home. Its sunny weather and picturesque landscapes make it a prime destination for those seeking a serene escape by the water.

9 Best Lakeside Towns in Florida

As winter‘s chill lingers, savvy gardeners know that now is the perfect time to lay the groundwork for a stunning spring display. By planting certain bulbs and seeds in January, you can ensure your garden bursts into life with vibrant colors as soon as the weather warms.

These 5 plants need to be planted this weekend for a blooming garden this spring!

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often should you wash your hair and more.