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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is taking additional action to upset the world trade system, with plans to sign an order as soon as Wednesday that would require that U.S. tariffs on imports match the tax rates charged by other countries.“It’s time to be reciprocal,” Trump told reporters earlier this week.

Trump readies matching tariffs on trade partners, possibly setting up a major economic showdown

João da SilvaBusiness reporterGetty ImagesCoca-Cola may have to sell more drinks in plastic bottles in the US if President Donald Trump's tariffs end up making aluminium cans more expensive, the company's chief executive, James Quincey, said in a call with investors.It comes after Trump ordered a 25% import tax on all steel and aluminium entering the US, which could end up driving up the price of canned food and drink items in the country.

Coca-Cola says it may use more plastic due to Trump tariffs

In 2019, Kobe Bryant made a rare appearance at Staples Center because he wanted to watch Luka Doncic play. He brought his daughter, Gianna, and sat courtside.During the game, Doncic was taken aback because he heard someone trash-talking him in Slovenian, his native tongue.

Why Luka Doncic's Lakers legacy could be different than LeBron James'

Need a last-minute Valentine's Day gift? Applebee's might have a solution.The American restaurant chain announced last week that its highly coveted Date Night Passes, which sold out in seconds last year, were once again available for purchase.Applebee's is "celebrating date night" for the second year in a row with the release of the "exclusive" Date Night Pass, giving Club Applebee’s rewards members the opportunity to purchase it for $100 through a random drawing this year.

Applebee's Date Night Pass 2025: How to sign up for deal that sold out in seconds last year

Iran’s envoy to UN Amir Saeid Iravani warns the US that ‘any act of aggression will have severe consequences’.Iran’s representative to the United Nations has condemned the “reckless and inflammatory statements” made by United States President Donald Trump threatening the use of force, and warned that “any act of aggression will have severe consequences”.

Iran denounces ‘reckless’ Trump remarks on nuclear deal

A home cook's attempt to make a comforting meal took a terrifying turn after a tiny piece of onion root splintered off into her thumb and landed her in the emergency room with a serious infection.Sharing the terrifying ordeal, the unsuspecting victim explained that she had simply been making arroz caldo, a chicken soup, when disaster struck.'Grabbed an onion from the bin, and a bit from the dry root end of it splintered off into my thumb,' she recalled.Initially, it seemed harmless.'Couldn't get it out easily,

I peeled an onion and ended up in the ER in serious trouble

BANGKOK (AP) — President Donald Trump’s freeze on foreign assistance has dealt a blow to organizations fighting human trafficking and forced labor in Cambodia, where tens of thousands of people are held captive and forced to work in call centers running telephone scams.Hundreds of thousands of people work in remote compounds in countries including Cambodia, Myanmar and Laos where they run online scams targeting people all over the world, including Americans, according to U.N. estimates.

US aid freeze sets back fight against human trafficking in Cambodia

Simi JolaosoBBC News, OgonilandA BBC investigation has uncovered allegations that energy giant Shell has ignored repeated warnings that a controversial clean-up operation of oil-polluted areas of southern Nigeria has been beset by problems and corruption.The multinational headquartered in London, along with the Nigerian government, has repeatedly stated that work to clean up oil-contaminated sites of Ogoniland, which kicked off around eight years ago, is going well.

Oil clean-up 'scam' warnings ignored by Shell, whistle-blower tells BBC

El Paso emergency crews battle inferno near El Paso InternationalCrews are battling a large fire caused by an explosion near El Paso International Airport. (Credit: El Paso Police Department)Multiple people have been taken to the hospital after a reported vehicle explosion ignited a large inferno Tuesday afternoon near El Paso International Airport.

Firefighters battle inferno after reported explosion near Texas airport, at least 4 injured

Push to change college, high school athletic records comes days after President Trump signed executive orderThe U.S. Department of Education is urging governing bodies for collegiate and high school athletics to change records, championships, awards and honors that it claims have been “misappropriated by biological males competing in female categories.”

U.S. Department of Education implores athletic officials to nullify transgender records, awards

MIAMI (AP) — U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor said presidents have historically obeyed judicial rulings with a few exceptions as she advocated for the court to move cautiously to maintain a system of checks and balances, but without directly referencing President Donald Trump’s efforts to test the limits of the executive power.

Sotomayor says presidents have largely followed rule of law, offers words of caution

Angus Tiffin & Graham FraserBBC NewsAn international law firm has blocked general access to several artificial intelligence (AI) tools after it found a "significant increase in usage" by its staff.In an email seen by the BBC, a senior director of Hill Dickinson, which employs more than a thousand people in the UK, warned staff of the use of AI tools.

Law firm restricts AI after 'significant' staff use

WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not request more than $137,000 in repairs and upgrades to military housing at Fort McNair that will become his official residence, according to a U.S. official familiar with the work order, who says the Army undertook the repairs on its own since the more than 100-year-old home had sat vacant for a year and needed security upgrades.

Hegseth didn’t request over $137,000 in upgrades to his new military residence, official says

Millions in the UK struggle with dental health, making urgent solutions essential for healthier smiles. Learn how you can access better care today.**Dental Neglect Rises Amidst Systemic Issues**Across the United Kingdom, the alarming statistic that 28% of adults endure unmet dental needs reveals a severe and ongoing crisis in dental health. This figure is not merely a number; it represents individuals grappling with significant health issues who cannot find proper treatment. Many turn to self-treatment methods,

28% of UK Adults Face Dental Crisis: Solutions for Healthier Smiles

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka captain Charith Asalanka won the toss and elected to bat in the first of the two-match one-day international series against Australia on Wednesday.The series will be a warmup for the Australians ahead of the Champions Trophy to be played later this month in Pakistan.

Sri Lanka wins the toss and bats first in the one-day series opener against Australia

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.CNN —NASA on Tuesday said it may bring home Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams — the two astronauts who launched on Boeing Starliner’s first crewed test flight and have remained on the space station months longer than expected — a couple weeks sooner than previously announced.

NASA to bring Boeing astronauts home days earlier than expected after SpaceX capsule switch-up

SACRAMENTO COUNTY, California (KCRA) — A Sacramento County father who was facing murder charges in connection with his daughter’s death died after he was given compassionate release, the sheriff’s office confirmed to KCRA.Hussein Abughazaleh, 26, was arrested in December 2024 in connection with the death of his 8-month-old daughter Jannah Abughazaleh.

Dad accused of killing 8-month-old daughter dies hours after compassionate release

Robert Hanashiro-Imagn ImagesIf you can't come from a family with industry connections, the next best thing is to come from a family with money. Ariana Grande USA TodayAriana Grande’s mother, Joan Grande, is a super successful businesswoman. She’s the CEO and owner of a marine communications equipment company based in Florida. Her father, meanwhile, is the owner of a graphic design firm. Taylor Swift USA TodayTaylor Swift is now a billionaire, but she had a bit of a head start. Her father, Scott Swift,

Rich kids: 20 celebrities you didn't realize came from money

A 23-year-old woman has revealed how a common act landed her in the emergency room, labeling it “traumatizing.”Gabi Amoils said she’s always been a nail picker. But earlier this year, after picking at one of her nails, within two days the finger started feeling “pretty bad and so sore.”

I’m Gen Z — here’s how a common habit landed me in the emergency room

‘I would absolutely NEVER recover.’This Olive Garden customer said she has PTSD after seeing what was all up in her unlimited salad. She’ll likely never eat there again.Olive Garden is an Italian-American restaurant chain that quickly gained popularity after opening and expanding in the 1980s and 90s.

‘I would have lost it’: Olive Garden customers find something unusual in the salad. Then a manager tells them ‘not to make a scene’

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CNN —The inspector general of the US Agency for International Development was fired on Tuesday, a day after his office released a report critical of the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the agency, a source familiar with the matter told CNN.Paul Martin was informed by an email from the deputy director of the Office of Presidential Personnel Tuesday evening that his position as inspector general of USAID was “terminated, effective immediately.”

USAID IG fired day after report critical of impacts of Trump administration’s dismantling of the agency

'Seen and Unseen': Super Bowl halftime show or 'musical grudge match'?Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo talks to Super Bowl expo attendees about unity and analyzes Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance on 'The Ingraham Angle.'Rapper Cardi B ranted in a new video that President Donald Trump ruined her Super Bowl experience and should not have attended.Trump made history this past Sunday by being the first sitting president to attend the Super Bowl. The event was hosted in New Orleans, just a month after

Cardi B blames Trump for ruining her shoes at the Super Bowl, demands he bring back her deported uncle

Liberal Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor said Tuesday that courts must use their “soft power” to persuade people to comply with rulings on contentious issues.She made the comments at an event at Miami Dade College in Florida in the wake of a growing chorus among some allies of President Donald Trump, including Vice President JD Vance, who have pushed back against recent court rulings that have stymied some of his aggressive executive orders.

Justice Sotomayor defends courts amid criticism from Trump and his allies

The UConn Huskies are back-to-back defending National Champions, but this season has not gone entirely as planned. While the Huskies are still on track to make the March Madness tournament, they currently sit at 17-7 overall and 8-4 in conference play. Another notable point is that they are no longer ranked in the top 25, which is quite a shift from their past success.

Uconn's Dan Hurley trolls Creighton after hard fought road win

(Gray News) - February’s full snow moon will be on display just in time for Valentine’s Day.According to NASA, the moon will reach peak illumination on Wednesday at 8:53 a.m. EST but appear full until early Thursday evening.The Old Farmer’s Almanac says February’s full moon is called the snow moon because of the heavy snowfall that is typical during the month.

February’s snow moon to be visible just before Valentine’s Day

The release of Marc Fogel is a 'great leadership moment,' says Sen. Dave McCormickSen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., discusses the release of American teacher Marc Fogel from Russian custody on 'Special Report.'Marc Fogel, an American who had been detained in Russia since 2021, landed back in the U.S. on Tuesday.

Freed American hostage Marc Fogel lands in US after prisoner swap with Russia

The upper grille section on 70,000 Sierra 1500s could detach without warning.General Motors has a small problem with grilles on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck. The grille deflector—the top part of the grille surround—can unexpectedly detach. Parts flying off vehicles obviously creates a safety issue, which prompted a recall of 70,768 trucks.

Whoops: GM Recalls the GMC Sierra Because Grille Pieces Could Fly Off

CNN —Monty, a Giant Schnauzer, was named Best in Show at the 2025 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on Tuesday.The winner of the Working Group for the past three years at Westminster, Monty becomes the first Giant Schnauzer ever to win Best in Show at the prestigious contest.

Monty the Giant Schnauzer wins Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Oh, what a world there is to explore beyond Seattle's city limits. When the urbanity and endless commotion of Washington's Emerald City becomes burdensome, leave it behind with a trip to the nearby Bainbridge Island, considered one the absolute best fall getaways on the West Coast.

The Little Artsy Island Off Seattle's Coast With A Bustling Wine Scene, Eclectic Boutiques, And Charm

Buy NowDecluttering is often a New Year’s Resolution. Some people find just the thought of decluttering overwhelming. So the job is deferred over and over again. One 2025 trend is decluttering with a purpose–even with an attitude. Determine that you are going to get it done this year.

Home Decluttering Trends To Try In 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration will present an unforgiving argument for dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development to a federal judge Wednesday: USAID is rife with “insubordination” and must be shut down for the administration to decide what pieces of it to salvage.