Multiple news sources report that the Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady at 3.6% after three cuts last year, citing a stable job market and solid economic growth, despite dissent from two officials and ongoing pressure from President Trump for further rate reductions. While most policymakers anticipate future rate cuts this year, they are waiting for clearer signs that inflation is approaching the Fed's 2% target, as it currently stands at 2.8%.

Multiple news sources report that the Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady at 3.6% after three cuts last year, citing a stable job market and solid economic growth, despite dissent from two officials and ongoing pressure from President Trump for further rate reductions. While most policymakers anticipate future rate cuts this year, they are waiting for clearer signs that inflation is approaching the Fed's 2% target, as it currently stands at 2.8%.

Multiple news sources report that precautions, including temperature screenings, are being implemented in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia following the detection of two Nipah virus cases in India, though the outbreak is reportedly contained. The Nipah virus, a zoonotic illness carried by fruit bats and other animals, can spread to humans and cause symptoms ranging from asymptomatic infection to deadly encephalitis, prompting health agencies to issue travel advisories.

Multiple news sources report that precautions, including temperature screenings, are being implemented in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia following the detection of two Nipah virus cases in India, though the outbreak is reportedly contained. The Nipah virus, a zoonotic illness carried by fruit bats and other animals, can spread to humans and cause symptoms ranging from asymptomatic infection to deadly encephalitis, prompting health agencies to issue travel advisories.

Multiple news sources report that Benfica dramatically defeated Real Madrid 4-2 in a Champions League match, thanks to a stunning 98th-minute header from goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin, securing Benfica's place in the playoff round and preventing Real Madrid from automatically advancing. The victory, fueled by Andreas Schjelderup's two goals and wild celebrations led by coach Jose Mourinho, saw Benfica advance at Marseille's expense, while Real Madrid finished with nine men and missed their chance to finish in the top eight.

Multiple news sources report that Benfica dramatically defeated Real Madrid 4-2 in a Champions League match, thanks to a stunning 98th-minute header from goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin, securing Benfica's place in the playoff round and preventing Real Madrid from automatically advancing. The victory, fueled by Andreas Schjelderup's two goals and wild celebrations led by coach Jose Mourinho, saw Benfica advance at Marseille's expense, while Real Madrid finished with nine men and missed their chance to finish in the top eight.

Multiple news sources report that award-winning Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda, known for documenting her experiences in Gaza during the Israeli war, has been permanently banned from TikTok, a platform where she had 1.4 million followers. Owda suggests the ban, occurring shortly after TikTok's acquisition by new US investors and remarks from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, may be politically motivated, though TikTok has yet to respond to inquiries about the account's removal.

Multiple news sources report that award-winning Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda, known for documenting her experiences in Gaza during the Israeli war, has been permanently banned from TikTok, a platform where she had 1.4 million followers. Owda suggests the ban, occurring shortly after TikTok's acquisition by new US investors and remarks from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, may be politically motivated, though TikTok has yet to respond to inquiries about the account's removal.

Multiple news sources report on two separate incidents involving young children and immigration enforcement: Congressman Joaquin Castro visited five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, who was detained in Texas after being apprehended on his way home from preschool in Minnesota, sparking outrage over ICE tactics. Additionally, five-year-old Génesis Ester Gutiérrez Castellanos, a US citizen, was mistakenly deported to Honduras with her mother, highlighting concerns about the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Multiple news sources report on two separate incidents involving young children and immigration enforcement: Congressman Joaquin Castro visited five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, who was detained in Texas after being apprehended on his way home from preschool in Minnesota, sparking outrage over ICE tactics. Additionally, five-year-old Génesis Ester Gutiérrez Castellanos, a US citizen, was mistakenly deported to Honduras with her mother, highlighting concerns about the Trump administration's immigration policies.

Multiple news sources report that the US Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates steady, citing solid economic growth, while Chair Jerome Powell defended the central bank's independence amid criticism from President Trump and a recent Justice Department probe. Powell emphasized the importance of the Fed's autonomy to maintain credibility and prevent political influence over monetary policy, especially as Trump is expected to name Powell's replacement soon.

Multiple news sources report that the US Federal Reserve decided to hold interest rates steady, citing solid economic growth, while Chair Jerome Powell defended the central bank's independence amid criticism from President Trump and a recent Justice Department probe. Powell emphasized the importance of the Fed's autonomy to maintain credibility and prevent political influence over monetary policy, especially as Trump is expected to name Powell's replacement soon.

Multiple news sources report that Tesla's annual revenue decreased for the first time, with a 3% drop in 2025, as the company shifts its focus to AI and robotics, including ending Model S and X production to manufacture humanoid robots and investing $2 billion in Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, despite some shareholder opposition. While facing increased competition from companies like BYD and navigating Musk's controversial political involvement, Tesla plans a significant increase in capital expenditure, leading to a slight rise in shares.

Multiple news sources report that Tesla's annual revenue decreased for the first time, with a 3% drop in 2025, as the company shifts its focus to AI and robotics, including ending Model S and X production to manufacture humanoid robots and investing $2 billion in Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, despite some shareholder opposition. While facing increased competition from companies like BYD and navigating Musk's controversial political involvement, Tesla plans a significant increase in capital expenditure, leading to a slight rise in shares.

Multiple news sources report that Waymo, a US driverless car company owned by Google's parent Alphabet, aims to launch a robotaxi service in London as early as September, preceding the UK government's anticipated regulatory changes in 2026. A pilot service is planned for April, with government support and the promise of economic benefits and increased road safety, though strict safety standards, including cybersecurity, must be met before full operation.

Multiple news sources report that Waymo, a US driverless car company owned by Google's parent Alphabet, aims to launch a robotaxi service in London as early as September, preceding the UK government's anticipated regulatory changes in 2026. A pilot service is planned for April, with government support and the promise of economic benefits and increased road safety, though strict safety standards, including cybersecurity, must be met before full operation.

Multiple news sources report that two Customs and Border Protection agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, following standard protocol for law enforcement shootings under investigation, though initial reports indicated conflicting information about their status. This incident, along with a previous shooting by an ICE agent and ongoing tensions between the city's mayor and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement, has sparked protests and calls for accountability.

Multiple news sources report that two Customs and Border Protection agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, following standard protocol for law enforcement shootings under investigation, though initial reports indicated conflicting information about their status. This incident, along with a previous shooting by an ICE agent and ongoing tensions between the city's mayor and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement, has sparked protests and calls for accountability.

Amidst a growing US military presence in the Gulf, President Trump has warned Iran that time is running out to negotiate a nuclear deal, while Iran asserts its readiness to respond forcefully to any aggression. These developments, reported across multiple news sources, occur against the backdrop of ongoing protests in Iran and disputed reports of a brutal crackdown with potentially thousands of deaths.

Amidst a growing US military presence in the Gulf, President Trump has warned Iran that time is running out to negotiate a nuclear deal, while Iran asserts its readiness to respond forcefully to any aggression. These developments, reported across multiple news sources, occur against the backdrop of ongoing protests in Iran and disputed reports of a brutal crackdown with potentially thousands of deaths.

Following a chaotic town hall where she was sprayed with an unknown substance, Representative Ilhan Omar held a press conference, joined by Representative Ayanna Pressley, to reiterate her demands for the abolishment of ICE and the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in response to recent federal officer-involved shootings in Minneapolis, as reported by multiple news outlets. Omar urged Democrats to oppose a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security and ICE, emphasizing that holding law enforcement accountable and defunding ICE is the "bare minimum."

Following a chaotic town hall where she was sprayed with an unknown substance, Representative Ilhan Omar held a press conference, joined by Representative Ayanna Pressley, to reiterate her demands for the abolishment of ICE and the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in response to recent federal officer-involved shootings in Minneapolis, as reported by multiple news outlets. Omar urged Democrats to oppose a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security and ICE, emphasizing that holding law enforcement accountable and defunding ICE is the "bare minimum."

Multiple news sources report that Bill Belichick, despite a legendary coaching career with six Super Bowl titles, was surprisingly not elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, sparking controversy. Hall of Fame voter Bill Polian clarified that he did vote for Belichick after initial uncertainty and reports suggesting he wanted Belichick to wait for enshrinement, a claim the Hall of Fame and other selectors have refuted.

Multiple news sources report that Bill Belichick, despite a legendary coaching career with six Super Bowl titles, was surprisingly not elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, sparking controversy. Hall of Fame voter Bill Polian clarified that he did vote for Belichick after initial uncertainty and reports suggesting he wanted Belichick to wait for enshrinement, a claim the Hall of Fame and other selectors have refuted.