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This is CNBC's live blog covering Asia-Pacific markets.Asia-Pacific markets were set to fall Monday, after Wall Street logged its worst session of the year last Friday on lackluster U.S. economic data that pointed to a slowing economy and sticky inflation.Australia's S&P/ASX 200 extended losses to a sixth straight session, opening 0.81% lower.

Asia-Pacific markets set to decline as U.S. data stokes fears of sticky inflation and slower growth

CNN —Apple’s iPhone 16e debut was surprising for two reasons: First, the company shifted away from the “SE” branding after nearly a decade. Then it priced the budget phone higher than expected at $599 — a notable jump from the $429 iPhone SE.

Apple needs the iPhone 16e to be a hit. Here’s why it has a chance

Jonathan Landay | ReutersWASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s administration on Sunday said it was placing all but a handful of U.S. Agency for International Development personnel around the world on paid administrative leave and eliminating some 2,000 of those positions in the U.S., according to a notice sent to agency workers reviewed by Reuters.

Trump administration is eliminating 2,000 USAID positions in US, notice says

YORK, Pa. — The unease growing inside Nancy Duarte Matarese on Saturday quickly blossomed into full-on dread as she found herself being escorted to a small family room inside WellSpan York Hospital. It was a facility located not far from UPMC Memorial Hospital, where her son, police officer Andrew Duarte, had been involved in a shooting just hours earlier.

Mother of officer slain in Pennsylvania hospital hostage shooting mourns son with 'warrior heart'

Test yourself and see how much you know about this week's hot topics!The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.This week's quiz highlights strawberry superstars, landmark legislation, championship clashes and more.

American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on strawberry superstars, landmark legislation and championship clashes

I stopped eating ultra-processed food altogether and have spent the last year learning more and more about them, paying particular attention to experts in the fieldReach Editor, Steffan Rhys, Cardiff, who after six months, is continuing with his diet of reduced/no processed foodsIn January 2024, I made the decision to completely cut out ultra-processed food from my diet. Over the past year, I've been educating myself about these foods, with guidance from experts such as Professor Tim Spector of Zoe and Dr

'I ditched ultra-processed food for a year - these are 5 things I'll never buy again'

Christopher Bell rallied for an overtime win Sunday at Atlanta Motor Speedway, capturing the Ambetter Health 400 for his 10th career NASCAR Cup Series victory.Bell had started way back in 32nd place but found himself up front when the race restarted for a green-white-checkered finish. After dueling with Kyle Larson and then Carson Hocevar, who tried to make it three-wide up front, Bell won under caution after a multi-car crash on the final lap.

Christopher Bell wins at Atlanta: Resuts, highlights, recap from Sunday's NASCAR race

CNN —A rift appeared to open Sunday between some of President Donald Trump’s agency heads and Elon Musk, the billionaire tasked with reforming the federal government, over Musk’s demand that all federal employees state their weekly accomplishments or risk termination.By Sunday evening, leaders at the Pentagon, Federal Bureau of Investigation, State Department, Department of Homeland Security and Department of Energy had all instructed their staff not to reply to an email that federal workers received from the Office of Personnel Management on Saturday afternoon with the subject line: “What did you do last week?”

Trump appointees appear to contradict Musk for first time in pushback to OPM email

SportsLine's model revealed its college basketball predictions for UConn Huskies vs. St. John's Red Storm on SundayA Big East showdown has the No. 10 St. John's Red Storm (23-4) and the UConn Huskies (18-8) matching up on Sunday. The Red Storm have won two consecutive games.

UConn vs. St. John's odds, prediction, time: 2025 college basketball picks, Feb. 23 bets by proven model

A Nobel Prize-winning scientist is still waiting on a crucial research grant from the United States government that was supposed to start weeks ago.A fired public health worker at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention worries that she and her family will lose their housing as her pay runs out in mid-March.

‘Deadly consequences’: Health agencies reel from thousands of job cuts while critical research grants remain on hold

Illustration by The New Yorker / Source photograph by Michael LionstarSign up to receive our weekly Books & Fiction newsletter.Joseph O’Neill reads his story “Keuka Lake,” from the March 3rd, 2025, issue of the magazine. O’Neill is the author of one story collection and five novels, including “Netherland,” which won the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction in 2009, “The Dog,” and “Godwin,” which was published last year.

Joseph O’Neill Reads “Keuka Lake”

'Bridgerton' cast mates Luke Newton and Nicola Coughlan reunite on SAG red carpetEntertain This!

'Bridgerton' cast mates arrive at the SAG Awards

CNN —A political conference in Washington, DC, that bills itself as the alternative to the Trump-aligned CPAC was evacuated on Sunday after a death threat made against several of its speakers who have been critical of President Donald Trump.Shortly after noon Sunday, organizers of the Principles First Summit received an email threatening several of its high-profile speakers and claiming to have planted pipe bombs on site, according to a copy of the email CNN obtained and conference organizers.

Political conference in DC interrupted by death threats against speakers critical of Trump

Campbell's first win comes in his 187th PGA Tour-sanctioned eventHow is that for a first professional victory? Brian Campbell overcame a one-stroke deficit Sunday at Vidanta Vallarta to win the 2025 Mexico Open, battling through two playoff holes to finally topple 36- and 54-hole leader Aldrich Potgieter.

2025 Mexico Open leaderboard, grades: Brian Campbell beats Aldrich Potgieter in playoff for first career win

The startup world is witnessing a shift towards **seed-strapping**, a method that empowers founders to scale sustainably amid a challenging funding landscape. This approach not only facilitates growth but also fosters profitability without excessive reliance on traditional venture capital.**Understanding Seed-Strapping**

Why Startup Founders Are Choosing 'Seed-Strapping' for Growth

North Korea has issued a threat to the U.S., saying it will "counter the enemies' strategic threat with our strategic means."The threat was made in a press statement issued by the chief of the Information Office at the DPRK Ministry of National Defense on Friday.

North Korea Issues Nuclear Threat To US

Berlin CNN —Germany’s center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is set to return to power with the far-right Alternative for Germany as second-largest party, exit polls show, after snap elections dominated by concerns over immigration, the economy and the return of Donald Trump.

Merz claims win for German conservatives as far right surges to strongest postwar election result

‘Make it make sense.’(Licensed)An outbreak of bird flu is sending egg prices sky-high, but this chicken farmer says we are getting ripped off.In a TikTok with over 385,700 views, content creator and chicken farmer @fatheracab breaks down why manufacturers are taking advantage of consumers under the guise of a bird flu outbreak.

‘We consume over 9 billion chickens a year’: Farmer says we’re being misled about egg prices. Then he reveals the real reason they’re so expensive

"I got pretty lucky, like, it could have been way worse for me," the Miami teen said of the alleged Feb. 20 attackA Florida teen fought for her life after a man allegedly attempted to abduct her. Now, she’s telling her story.

16-Year-Old Girl Fought Off Man Who Allegedly Tried to Kidnap Her: ‘I Didn't Want Him to Do Anything to Me’

View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Mavericks (@the_mavericks)The Mavericks announced Thursday that their frontman, Raul Malo, took a turn for the worse with his cancer battle.He is currently in a hospital receiving treatment.“Hey everyone, unfortunately The Mavericks will no longer be performing with Dwight (Yoakam) this weekend in OKC (Feb. 21) & Hidalgo (Feb. 23),” the post stated.

Country music star hospitalized after cancer surgery complications

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Dan Bongino, a former U.S. Secret Service agent who has penned best-selling books, ran unsuccessfully for office and gained fame as a conservative pundit with TV shows and a popular podcast, has been chosen to serve as FBI deputy director.President Donald Trump announced the appointment Sunday night in a post on his Truth Social platform, praising Bongino as “a man of incredible love and passion for our Country.” He called the announcement “great news for Law Enforcement and American Justice.”

Ex-Secret Service agent and conservative media personality Dan Bongino picked as FBI deputy director

A small fraction of USAID staffers will remain in their positions to continue working on few life-saving programs the Trump admin agreed to keep in place'Nobody' could argue all USAID money was 'well spent,' House Foreign Affairs member saysHouse Foreign Affairs Committee member Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., breaks down USAID's wasteful spending on 'America Reports.'

Trump admin to slash 1,600 USAID positions just before midnight

Two more suspects were charged in connection with the death of Sam Nordquist, the transgender man who was tortured and killed in New York earlier this month.In an update Friday, New York State Police announced the arrests of Kimberly L. Sochia, 29, of Canandaigua; and Thomas G. Eaves, 21, of Geneva on Thursday night.

2 more arrested in connection with death of Sam Nordquist, transgender man tortured and killed in New York

Jane Fonda knows how to command a room, no matter what's happening around her.The 87-year-old actress had to combat technical difficulties during her acceptance speech for the Life Achievement Award at the 2025 SAG Awards. At the beginning of her remarks, the microphone struggled to project her voice before making a strange series of noises.

Jane Fonda's Life Achievement speech at SAG Awards marred by sound issues

CNN —An outbreak of listeria infections linked with frozen supplemental shakes has made at least 38 people ill in 21 states, with 37 hospitalizations and 11 deaths, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Friday.The illnesses have been linked with some Sysco Imperial and Lyons ReadyCare products that were distributed to food service customers such as hospitals and long-term care facilities, the agency said.

11 deaths reported in listeria outbreak linked with supplemental shakes

Jalen Weaver, Zaon Collins both suspended; Mykell Robinson away from team since Jan 11Fox News Flash top sports headlines for February 23Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Fresno State men’s basketball is mired in a sports gambling scandal, and ABC 30 Action News learned two of the three athletes involved allegedly bet on games they played in.

Fresno State men's basketball players allegedly placed sports bets on games they played in: report

A Tesla Cybertruck owner says he crashed into a nice old lady while backing up in a parking lot. He adds, “My Cybertruck was barely scratched, but I did a number on her door.”Sabri, a Cybertruck owner from Santa Fe, New Mexico, says that he was recently involved in an accident with a nice elderly lady.

A Tesla Cybertruck Owner Says He Backed Onto an Old Lady in a Parking Lot. Adds, “My Cybertruck had a Minor Scratch, but I Did a Number on Her Door”

CNN —Jane Fonda persevered over some audio issues Sunday night to encourage activism at the SAG Awards.Fonda received the SAG lifetime achievement award at the event, and the 87-year-old actress reminded the room, “It’s okay to be a late bloomer as long as you don’t miss the flower show.”

Jane Fonda gives politically-charged speech at SAG Awards: ‘Woke just means you give a damn about other people’

In a shocking turn of events, American Airlines Flight AA292 from New York’s JFK Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi made an emergency landing at Rome Fiumicino Airport on Sunday following a bomb threat scare. The unexpected flight diversion has left passengers stranded as security checks intensify, causing global travel chaos.

Breaking: American Airlines Flight AA292 from New York to Delhi, Makes Emergency Landing in Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino Airport, Passengers Stranded as Security Checks Intensify

Wooden-paneled ceilings can be a beautiful way to make your room seem larger and your ceilings higher by adding extra interest up top that draws the eye. In a world of bare and cookie-cutter ceilings, wood paneling makes a room bend toward a number of styles, from more rustic and cabin-like interiors to lighter or distressed wood that adds texture and dimension to farmhouse spaces.

Revamp A Ceiling With Picket Fence Planks For A Rustic Design

Jane Fonda is getting on her soapbox at the SAG Awards.The SAG-nominated actress was recognized for her decadeslong career with the Lifetime Achievement Award at Sunday's ceremony. Fonda was presented with the honor by fellow actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus."This means the world to me," Fonda said.