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Singapore is likely to see only a 'limited' direct impact from U.S. tariffs because the country has a trade deficit with the U.S., said Gan Kim Yong, Singapore's deputy prime minister and minister for trade and industry.However, the city-state "cannot underestimate" the impact of tariffs in the longer term, Gan added.

Singapore likely to see ‘limited' direct impact from U.S. tariffs: deputy prime minister

More than 150 false killer whales have washed up on the coast of the Australian island state of Tasmania, with none of them expected to survive, officials said Wednesday.The 157 whales were found Tuesday afternoon on a remote beach near Arthur River on Tasmania’s northwest coast.

False killer whales stranded in Australia are expected to be euthanized after unsuccessful rescue mission

Kim Jones appeared on 'Fox & Friends' to discuss the new NCAA policy'Light it on fire and throw it in the garbage': Former All-American tennis player slams NCAA's transgender policyCo-founder of the Independent Council on Women's Sports Kim Jones discusses the updated NCAA transgender athlete policy and potential issues on 'Fox & Friends'.

Former college tennis star calls on Trump to work with NCAA on better trans-athlete policy: 'Light it on fire'

Is there a surefire way to get any person to flirt with you? This TikToker thinks so − and her method for it is going viral.The tactic is called "sticky eyes" and Chelsea Anderson, a TikToker and self-described "professional life hacker," breaks it down in a video with over 6.7 million views and 800,000 likes.

This ‘dating hack’ is going viral on TikTok. It's called 'sticky eyes' and it actually works.

Aerial footage shows the vast destruction in Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza. Rebuilding Gaza could cost $53.2 billion, according to a report released Tuesday by the World Bank, the U.N. and the European Union. The report identified almost $30 billion in damage from the war, nearly half reflecting the destruction of homes.

Drone footage shows vast destruction in Beit Lahiya, in northern Gaza

Allison Dinner/Pool/Getty Images via CNN NewsourceBy Lisa Respers France and David Lake, CNN(CNN) — A California jury has found A$AP Rocky not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, stemming from a 2021 shooting incident with a former friend in Los Angeles.Attorneys for the hip-hop artist and actor, who is the longtime partner of the singer and businesswoman Rihanna, had argued the weapon was a prop gun that only fired blanks. A$AP Rocky did not testify in the trial. Rihanna

A$AP Rocky found not guilty in assault case

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.

Experts explain what dry cleaning is and how it really works

Academy Award voters love actors who take on historical figures, much like last year's best actor award winner.Cillian Murphy won the Oscar for best actor for his role as theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer, also known as the "father of the atomic bomb," in the film "Oppenheimer."

Who won the Academy Award for best actor last year? See list of recent winners

CNN —Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro has been charged in connection with an alleged coup plot to overturn the results of the 2022 election and keep his opponent from taking power, according to documents filed by prosecutors Tuesday evening.Bolsonaro was among 34 people facing charges including those of armed criminal organization, attempted violent abolition of the democratic rule of law, coup d’état, and damage qualified by violence.

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro charged in connection with alleged coup plot

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Second-seeded Iga Swiatek advanced on Wednesday to the quarterfinals of the Dubai Open, while two of her main competitors, Jasmine Paolini and Jessica Pegula, were eliminated.The Polish player beat Ukraine's Dayana Yastremska 7-5, 6-0. Her next rival will be either Peyton Sterns or Mirra Andreeva.

Swiatek advances to quarterfinals in Dubai while injured Paolini and Pegula eliminated

Martin Green has locked in his best bets for Wednesday's UEFA Champions League match of Man City vs. Real MadridTwo of the superpowers in club soccer will meet in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League knockout playoffs on Wednesday on Paramount+. Manchester City visit Real Madrid after the Spanish giants took the first leg, 3-2, thanks to a pair of goals in the last seven minutes.

Real Madrid vs. Manchester City prediction, odds: 2025 Champions League picks, Feb. 19 bets by proven expert

Cheetos has unveiled a new flavor that is sure to be a big dill to a lot of its fans.The popular cheesy chip brand announced Tuesday its first-ever pickle flavor is hitting store shelves nationwide after "longtime pleas from pickle lovers everywhere," according to a news release.

A big dill? Cheetos unveils Flamin' Hot Dill Pickle flavor: When you can get them

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Donald Trump of repeating disinformation, a day after the US president falsely accused Ukraine of starting the war with Russia.Zelensky’s comments were part of what is shaping up to be far the most public exchange of accusations between Kyiv and Washington since the full-scale war started nearly three years ago.

Zelensky says Trump lives in ‘disinformation space’

What we're coveringZelensky says US asked for 50% of Ukraine's rare minerals, but he "cannot sell" his nation Department of Agriculture working to "rescind" termination letters sent to staffers working on bird fluFederal judge temporarily blocks firing of intel officials under Trump administration's DEI order

The latest on Trump’s federal overhaul as administration faces legal challenges

Elon Musk’s destructive DOGE operation is turning its sight to the Internal Revenue Service, and things are already looking dicey. There are reports that sensitive taxpayer information could be misused, and that potential cuts to the IRS’s workforce could cause a headache for taxpayers this tax season — as well as serve as an unexpected gift to rich tax dodgers.According to NBC News, an IRS employee affiliated with the so-called Department of Government Efficiency is “expected to seek access” to the

DOGE is taking its wrecking ball to the IRS, and it's likely to be a gift to the rich

Tax season officially began on Jan. 27, and many Americans are already feeling the pressure. 1 in 3 Americans procrastinate on filing their returns, which can lead to unexpected financial surprises. Here's why starting early can alleviate stress and help you plan for your obligations.

1 in 3 Americans Make This Tax Season Mistake—Start Early to Save

A look back at the Office of Technology Assessment, the Congressional think tank that detected lies and tested tech.At about the time when personal computers charged into cubicle farms, another machine muscled its way into human resources departments and became a staple of routine employment screenings.

Congress used to evaluate emerging technologies. Let’s do it again.

CNN —The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston was forced to close Tuesday due to the “sudden dismissal of federal employees,” the library’s foundation said in a statement to CNN.“As the Foundation that supports the JFK Library, we are devastated by this news and will continue to support our colleagues and the Library,” the foundation added.

JFK Library forced to close due to ‘sudden dismissal of federal employees,’ foundation says

Feb. 19 (UPI) -- Australia's domestic intelligence chief said Wednesday that his officials had sabotaged plots by at least three hostile nations to "physically harm" dissidents and other critics on Australian soil.Among the conspiracies was a plan to shut down a vocal human rights advocate by luring him overseas where he would be seriously injured or killed in a staged accident, Australian Security Intelligence Organization Director-General of Security Mike Burgess said in his annual threat assessment in Canberra.

Australian spy chief warns of hostile states plotting to kill critics, meddle in elections

It’s a deep-sea harbinger of doom.A rare “doomsday” creature known as the oarfish has washed ashore in the Canary Islands, sparking fears that a disaster is on our doorstep.Generally residing at depths of up to 3,200 feet, this elusive animal was discovered by bathers on the coast of Playa Quemada, as seen in a video with over 9 million views on Instagram, Jam Press reported.

Slithery ‘doomsday’ fish washes up on beach, sparking ‘disaster’ fears: ‘Something bad is going to happen’

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CNN —Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Donald Trump of repeating disinformation, a day after the US president falsely accused Ukraine of starting the war with Russia.Speaking to reporters in Kyiv, Zelensky pushed back on several unfounded claims Trump made on Tuesday.“Unfortunately, President Trump – I have great respect for him as a leader of a nation that we have great respect for, the American people who always support us – unfortunately lives in this disinformation space,” Zelensky said.

A federal judge in New York will hold a hearing Wednesday for the U.S. Justice Department to explain its controversial motion to dismiss corruption charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.Adams is accused of accepting illegal campaign contributions and free travel from Turkish officials and business leaders during his first mayoral campaign.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams to go before judge today. Will charges be dropped?

An Arizona sheriff says cartels are 'getting more creative' as President Donald Trump cracks down on illegal immigrantsWATCH LIVE: Will Cain talks with former drug kingpin about how cartels control AmericaMargarito "Jay" Flores Jr. discusses the inner workings of some of the biggest cartels operating in the U.S.

Border state officials put cartels on notice as they await green light to take major action

A push to ban sugary drinks, candy and more from the U.S. program that helps low-income families pay for nutritious food has been tried before — but it may soon get a boost from new Trump administration officials.Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the newly confirmed health and human services secretary, and Brooke Rollins, the new agriculture secretary, have both signaled that they favor stripping such treats from SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it’s not easy to do

At least 58 new cases of measles have been reported across northwest Texas in recent weeks, state health officials said Tuesday, in a "highly contagious" outbreak that might be linked to lack of vaccination.A bulk of these new cases in rural northwest Texas are in Gaines County with 45 documented incidents of the disease, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Measles outbreak grows bigger in rural Texas, and officials expect more cases

30% of poll respondents favorable of DeSantis in potential Florida gubernatorial raceDeSantis 2026? GOP donors consider Casey DeSantis for next FL governor'The Big Weekend Show' co-hosts discuss their picks for the biggest stories of the week.Florida first lady Casey DeSantis is favored to succeed her husband, Gov.

Casey DeSantis favored in Florida governor's race, poll finds

The first Mistral deliveries are underway. After production ends, the W-16 dies.The W-16 era is coming to an end. Bugatti has given us two decades of quad-turbo insanity by mounting a massive 8.0-liter engine in its record-breaking hypercar duo: the Veyron and Chiron. Both have spawned their fair share of derivatives over the years, including this Chiron-based Mistral.

Bugatti Signals the Beginning of the End for the W-16 Engine

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.A lifelong dog lover, John Fabiano, originally from Buffalo, New York, was always fascinated by the relationship between dogs and humans.

This man quit his corporate job to travel the world photographing dogs. He says he’s happier than ever

United Airlines Flight UA1795 from Washington to San Francisco made an emergency landing in Denver after a disruptive passenger caused mid-air chaos.United Airlines Flight UA1795 Diverts to Denver After Passenger Disrupts JourneyA United Airlines flight en route from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on February 16, 2025, was forced to make an unscheduled landing in Denver due to a disruptive passenger.

United Airlines Flight UA1795 Makes urgent Emergency Landing At Denver International Airport After Disruptive Passenger Escalates Mid-Air Chaos

Bathroom renovations are costly and time-consuming, which explains why designers and contractors suggest waiting around 10 years between renovations. If you're looking for a quick and easy bathroom pick-me-up, a simple paint job — one of the best interior decorating hacks to revamp a space — does the trick.

The Soothing And Sophisticated Paint Color That Makes Small Bathrooms Look Bigger

SMARDAN, Romania (AP) — NATO members continued their largest combat exercises of 2025 on Wednesday, testing their ability to rapidly deploy large-scale forces on the 32-nation alliance’s eastern border as worries grow over its most powerful member, the United States.The drills in Romania, which borders Ukraine, come as a shaken Europe grapples with a new U.S. course under President Donald Trump.