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Vladimir Syromiatnikov's bold attempts to light up Siberia with a space mirror captured global attention. The BBC's Tomorrow's World reported on an ambitious experiment that was launched on 4 February 1993.It sounds like a scheme a James Bond villain might hatch: launching a giant mirror into orbit to harness the Sun's rays, then redirecting them to beam down on a target on Earth.

'It could illuminate an area the size of a football stadium': How Russia launched a giant space mirror in 1993

WASHINGTON (AP) — Staffers of the U.S. Agency for International Development were instructed to stay out of the agency’s Washington headquarters on Monday, according to a notice distributed to them, after billionaire Elon Musk announced President Donald Trump had agreed with him to shut the agency.

USAID staffers are instructed to stay out of the agency’s Washington headquarters

More than 100,000 people left Kanyaruchinya camp following M23 takeover of the city in Democratic Republic of the Congo.Once crowded with white makeshift huts, the huge Kanyaruchinya camp for displaced people on the outskirts of Goma, in war-torn Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), looks eerily empty now.

Displaced people face uncertain future after fleeing Goma

Plus: My mother won’t stop with the mean criticismDear Eric: Valentine’s Day is approaching and members of my family and friends send me “Happy Valentine’s Day” texts, knowing that I am a widow.They claim that Valentine’s is for everybody, not just couples.

Asking Eric: I find their Valentine’s greetings insensitive, given my situation

Many of the major players on music's biggest night have graced the Tiny Desk, including Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Doechii and more. Watch their performances here.Sabrina CarpenterGrammy wins: best pop vocal album, best pop solo performanceChappell RoanGrammy win: best new artist

Before they were 2025 Grammy Award winners, they were Tiny Desk performers

The uncle of one of the pilots killed in the deadly plane crash in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night revealed his nephew's heartbreaking final words before he perished alongside 66 othersThe uncle of one of the pilots aboard American Airlines Flight AA5342 revealed his nephew's heartbreaking final words before he perished alongside 66 othersThe last thing Jonathan Campos said to his family before boarding doomed American Airlines Flight AA55342 was that he was looking forward to a cruise they were slated

Heartbreaking final words of American Eagle pilot Jonathan Campos before deadly D.C. crash

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season!Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here.Georgetown Hoyas (14-8, 5-6 Big East) at Xavier Musketeers (13-9, 5-6 Big East)

Georgetown visits Xavier following Conwell’s 20-point game

See who was born today, your birthday horoscope, numbers and advice for each zodiac signCELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Isla Fisher, 49; Nathan Lane, 69; Morgan Fairchild, 75; Blythe Danner, 82.Happy Birthday: Step up and do your part.

Horoscopes Feb. 3, 2025: Isla Fisher, put your anger aside and your energy to work

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa responded on Monday to US President Donald Trump’s threat to cut off aid over the alleged mistreatment of White farmers, denying Trump’s claim that authorities were “confiscating land.”“South Africa is a constitutional democracy that is deeply rooted in the rule of law, justice and equality.

South Africa denies ‘confiscating land,’ after Trump threatens to cut off aid

This story is part of the My Unsung Hero series, from the Hidden Brain team. It features stories of people whose kindness left a lasting impression on someone else.In the fall of 2008, Cara Beth Rogers was taking part in a study abroad program in Rabat, Morocco.

Amid intense grief, a college student is comforted by a stranger on a plane

LONDON (AP) — Thames Water, which serves 16 million customers in and around London, is seeking court approval for up to 3 billion pounds ($3.7 billion) of emergency funding to prevent the cash-strapped company from falling into government administration.The High Court in London began a four-day hearing on the financing package on Monday, with Thames Water facing off against smaller creditors who complain that the deal is too expensive and favors bigger investors.

UK’s biggest water company seeks court approval for emergency funding to prevent nationalization

I don’t think they’d understand why I’m in therapyDEAR HARRIETTE: I’ve been feeling conflicted about whether I should move forward with therapy.There are so many things I need to work through mentally and emotionally. I feel overwhelmed, and it’s becoming clear that I could benefit from having a professional to talk to and help guide me.

Harriette Cole: I’m on my parents’ health insurance. How do I keep things secret?

Pep Guardiola and Erling Haaland leave the pitch after Man City's 5-1 defeat against Arsenal.   CNN —   Just when it looked like Manchester City’s underwhelming season was turning a corner, the team suffered another humiliating defeat, this time at the hands of Premier League rival Arsenal.  City had won three of its last four games heading into Sunday’s contest at the Emirates Stadium, but a 5-1 defeat to the Gunners was another crushing setback for Pep Guardiola’s side, particularly with a run of

Arsenal thrashes Manchester City to pile even more pressure on Pep Guardiola

With a committee vote scheduled Tuesday for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Senate Democrats are demanding more details on the nominee's connections to vaccine lawsuits and are saying Kennedy should promise to recuse himself from any vaccine-related decisions if confirmed health secretary.

Ahead of Kennedy confirmation vote, Senate Democrats demand more details on his finances

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — At least 15 people were killed and dozens wounded Monday when a car bomb exploded in the outskirts of a northern Syrian city, local civil defense and a war monitor reported.The car on the outskirts of the city of Manbij detonated next to a vehicle carrying agricultural workers, killing 14 women and one man, the local Syrian civil defense reported.

At least 15 killed in car bomb explosion in northern Syria

Actor Bill Farmer who has voiced Goofy since 1987, answered this query in an interview in 2020.Many of us grew up watching "Goofy" in Disney cartoons, assuming he was a dog. But according to Bill Farmer, who has voiced the character for over 37 years, that’s not exactly true.

Actor who voiced 'Goofy' for 37 years revealed that the character isn't really a dog

A Grammy Awards win for The Beatles has seen fans of the band dub them the 'greatest band of all time', though some are suggesting the song was not worth of Best Rock PerformanceThe Beatles' recent Grammy Awards win has seen music lovers dub them the "greatest band of all time".

Music lovers dub The Beatles 'greatest band of all time' after Grammy Awards win

A Redditor has sparked a heated debate online after upsetting their friend by bringing up their past style choices in front of other people.The original poster (OP), Reddit user ChahanlerMarks, shared their story on r/AmItheA******, explaining that their friend "Milo" had just gone through a "major rebrand".

Man Goes 'Dead Silent' After What Friend Says About Him During Group Outing: 'Played Him'

PARIS (AP) — Tattoo artists from around the world converged on Paris for a special convention showcasing their creativity and their creations. Visitors sported tattoos from the crown of the head down to their toes and everywhere in between.—-Follow AP visual journalism:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apnews

AP PHOTOS: Vivid, shocking or thought-provoking tattoos are showcased in Paris

‘I deserve my car.’(Licensed)If you want a luxury vehicle, you’re going to have to pay luxury prices. That’s a lesson one TikTok user learned the hard way after buying the new Lexus RX 350.Jude (@_juudeee), a dental hygienist, admitted in a recent video that she pays more than $770 per month for her car.

‘The new normal’: Woman buys Lexus RX 350. She didn’t check what her monthly car payment would be first

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Tech billionaire Elon Musk said Monday that he and President Donald Trump were in the process of shutting down the U.S. Agency for International Development, escalating their war on the federal bureaucracy and defying the constitutional power of Congress to determine how money is spent.Musk, the head of Trump’s government efficiency initiative, announced the shutdown in the middle of the night in an audio-only appearance on his social media site X.

Elon Musk says he and Trump are shutting down USAID

CNN —Ed Nordskog never wanted to work on arson; his heart was set on becoming a homicide detective. But when an arson investigator position came up in the LA County Sheriff’s Department, the money was good and he took it.He quickly found himself completely sucked in.

Why do arsonists set fires? The reasons are sometimes dark and surprising

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Pro-life protester sentenced to years in prison says she is ‘still trying to register’ Trump’s pardon

With so much water in the eastern U.S., why can't the region pipe some of it to its drought-prone neighbors in the West? This perennial question nags climate journalists and western water managers alike. We break down why building a pipeline is unrealistic right now for the Colorado River.

The reality stopping water pipelines to the parched western US

Beyoncé finally won Album of the Year at the Grammys and was congratulated by daughter Blue Ivy Carter, in an exchange interpreted by lip-readers.Despite being the most awarded artist in Grammys history, the best album gong had alluded Beyoncé for her entire career, until Sunday's ceremony in Los Angeles.

Beyoncé, Blue Ivy's Grammys Remarks Decoded by Lip-Readers

Gerber, a Nestlé brand, is recalling baby teething products over potential safety hazards. (Nestlé / FOXBusiness)An iconic baby food brand is discontinuing a teething product after a child was sent to the emergency room after using it.Gerber announced the recall of its Soothe n Chew Teething Sticks on Jan. 31. In a press release published by parent company Nestlé USA, the brand said that the products posed "a potential choking hazard for babies and young children.""The recall was initiated after receiving

Gerber teething sticks discontinued, recalled after emergency room visit: 'Return the product'

One diver developed hypothermia from the cold water conditionsTraffic congestion at DCA airport is an ‘accident waiting to happen’, says former pilotFormer licensed commercial pilot Anthony Roman analyzes the aircraft collision near Washington, D.C. on ‘Fox News Live.’Officials in Washington, D.C., identified 55 bodies pulled from the Potomac River during a strenuous multi-day recovery operation following the midair collision between a commercial plane and a Black Hawk helicopter last week.

55 victims in Washington, DC midair collision pulled from Potomac River as recovery operation continues

has revealed his latest design, the Ælla-60 supercarThe supercar features a mid-mounted 473-hp V-8 mated to a manual transmissionPricing starts at $896,000 and only 60 examples will be builtTalented car designer Anthony Jannarelly is back with a new project: a mid-engine supercar powered by a V-8 engine and equipped with a manual transmission.

Jannarelly debuts Ælla-60 retro supercar with manual gearbox

Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Better newsletter for information and tools designed to improve your well-being.CNN —You have been brushing your teeth for most of your life, but are you sure you’re doing it right?

The right order for brushing, flossing and mouthwash

While Cannes, France, might be one of the best vacation spots for film lovers outside of Hollywood, there's more to do in this fishing-village-turned-resort-city on the French Riviera than watch movies and spot celebrities. We scoured thousands of reviews of the most popular activities in Cannes from sites like Tripadvisor and Google Reviews, uncovering the very best, must-see places around the city.

The Best Things To Do In Cannes (Besides The Film Festival), According To Reviews

Finding the perfect balance for household chores can be challenging. When it comes to kitchen hygiene, one often overlooked item is the humble sponge. Neither weekly nor monthly replacement may be the ideal solution for everyone. Let’s dive into the world of sponge maintenance and discover the optimal frequency for changing this essential cleaning tool.

Not every week, not once a month — here’s how often you should really change your sponge

President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico plans on Monday to announce her country's "Plan B" response to U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to impose tariffs on imported goods.Trump told reporters he would speak on Monday with Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, prior to imposing import tariffs on their goods.