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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

Patrick T. Fallon | AFP | Getty ImagesCVS Health could be starting to turn itself around after a dismal 2024. Its shares are up more than 45% this year, outperforming pharmacy rival Walgreens and other insurers like UnitedHealth Group and Cigna.The company's stock plummeted last year, largely due to higher-than-expected medical costs in its insurance unit that hurt its bottom line, but some analysts are more optimistic about the company's ability to navigate that challenge moving forward.After a dismal 2024,

CVS shares are up 45% this year — here's why it may be starting to turn its business around

MOLDE, Norway (AP) — Irish teenager Michael Noonan had a debut to remember for Shamrock Rovers on Thursday.The 16-year-old forward became what his team said was the youngest-ever goalscorer in European club competition.Noonan’s second-half goal gave the “Hoops” a 1-0 victory over Norwegian club Molde in the first leg of their Conference League playoff.

Shamrock Rovers forward Michael Noonan, 16, becomes youngest scorer in his debut

The tweet has amassed millions views and thousands of repliesFox News Flash top headlines for February 13Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Rick Warren faced a raft of backlash on X in response to a post in which he referred to the two thieves who were crucified on either side of Jesus, and declared, "If you’re looking for the #realJesus, not a caricature disfigured by partisan motivations, you’ll find him in the middle, not on either side."

Social media pounces on Rick Warren tweet about Jesus: 'You’ll find him in the middle'

Buying denim jeans that fit correctly is one of my biggest shopping headaches. After trying out several brands, I found that Levi’s consistently makes some of the best in terms of fit, style and durability. If you’re looking to upgrade your denim, now is the perfect time: The brand is having a sitewide sale right now, and you can save up to 40% off for a limited time.

Levi’s sale: 17 deals to shop before time runs out

Over 100 trafficked women are believed to be enslaved in the Eurasian country of Georgia, injected with hormones by a group of Chinese gangsters as they have their eggs harvested each monthOver 100 trafficked women are believed to be enslaved in the Eurasian country of Georgia, held captive and injected with hormones as part of an extensive egg-harvesting operation run by a group of Chinese gangsters.

Hundreds of 'enslaved women found being injected with hormones in human egg farm'

Arm shares rose 5% after a Thursday report that it was developing its own chip and that it had secured Meta as one of its first customers.The Financial Times report indicates that Arm is developing a new product that will compete with many of its customers.Arm has historically been known as the "Switzerland" of chip technology firms, a reputation it received by dealing neutrally with competing chipmakers.

Arm shares rise on report that Meta will buy its first chip

More Democrats prefer their political party to be more moderate this year than in 2021, according to the results of a Gallup poll published Thursday.Forty-five percent of Democrats and independents who identified as “leaning” toward the Democratic Party said in the survey conducted last month they would rather it become more moderate.

New Gallup poll: Democrats increasingly want party to become more moderate

The U.S. government has not awarded Tesla a contract to produce “armored” electric cars, a State Department spokesperson said Thursday, clarifying a budget document that appeared to detail the agency’s plan to spend $400 million on vehicles from Elon Musk’s automotive giant.

State Department says Tesla was not awarded $400M contract to produce ‘armored’ cars

SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) — Orioles left-hander Trevor Rogers isn’t expected to be ready for opening day after a partial dislocation of his right kneecap during the offseason, Baltimore general manager Mike Elias said Thursday.Elias told reporters at Orioles camp that Rogers sustained the knee subluxation in January.

Orioles lefty Trevor Rogers unlikely to be ready for start of season after issue with right kneecap

Coinbase Thursday reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results and its biggest quarterly revenue in three years, strengthened by a raging postelection rally that pushed crypto prices to new high after new high at the end of last year.The stock rose 2% in extended trading.Here's what the company reported for the fourth quarter compared with what Wall Street expected, according to a survey of analysts by LSEG:

Coinbase revenue surges more than 130% driven by postelection crypto rally

SportsLine's model just revealed its NCAA Basketball picks for Charleston Cougars vs. UNCW Seahawks on ThursdayWe've got another exciting CAA matchup on Thursday's college basketball schedule as the UNCW Seahawks host the Charleston Cougars. UNCW is 20-5 overall and 13-2 at home, while Charleston is 19-6 overall and 5-3 on the road.

UNC-Wilmington vs. Charleston odds, spread, time: 2025 college basketball picks, Feb. 13 bets by proven model

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.CNN —Blue Origin has announced plans to lay off about 10% of its workforce — or more than 1,000 employees — nearly a month after the company debuted its first orbital rocket, New Glenn.

Jeff Bezos’ rocket company Blue Origin to lay off more than 1,000 employees

Transform your sleeping experience with unbeatable Presidents Day mattress sales packed with incredible discounts.This time of year presents a unique chance for discerning shoppers to elevate their sleep quality without breaking the bank. Significant price cuts on top-rated mattresses and bedding products reveal an ideal opportunity to invest in comfort.

Upgrade Your Sleep: Presidents Day Mattress Deals Offer Up to 70% Off

Vice President JD Vance is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on the sidelines of the annual Munich Security Conference.The meeting with Zelenskyy comes as Ukraine is about to mark three years of war with Russia.

After Trump announced talks with Russia, Vance to address Munich Security Conference

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

CNN —Blood testing of large-animal veterinarians suggests that H5N1 bird flu has spread more widely than US surveillance of the virus is capturing, according to a new study by federal and state disease detectives.The study comes as Ohio announced its first human case of H5N1 in a poultry worker who was hospitalized with respiratory symptoms but has since recovered.

Bird flu infections went undetected in veterinarians, CDC study shows

Hamas has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's warning that "all hell" will break loose if the group does not release the remaining Israeli hostages in Gaza by Saturday.Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri reiterated that hostages would only be freed if Israel abides by a ceasefire agreement reached last month.

Hamas Responds to Donald Trump's Threat

Credit: X/@JornadaWebA young kayaker has cheated death after being swallowed whole and then spat out by a humpback whale.Adrian Simancas vanished in front of his anguished father as the pair paddled in choppy waters off the city of Punta Arenas in southern Chile.In a remarkable scene caught on camera, a huge whale emerged from the deep, opened its jaws and gulped down the 24-year-old and his inflatable kayak.

Watch: Kayaker cheats death after being swallowed whole by humpback whale

U.S. post offices will close for a day next week in recognition of a national holiday.Presidents Day is Monday, Feb. 17 and it’s a federal holiday, meaning government offices are closed, as is the U.S. Postal Service and post office branches. No mail will be delivered on that day though FedEX and UPS will be offering service though on a modified schedule.

Post office closing all branches next week; will mail run?

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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.