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Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner joined European leaders and President Zelensky in Paris to sign a five-point statement on security guarantees for Ukraine, including a US-led ceasefire monitoring and verification mechanism and pledges of long-term military assistance.

Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn on U.S. federal charges including narco-terrorism conspiracy, cocaine importation and weapons counts; they pleaded not guilty and are due back in court on March 17.

GasBuddy projects the 2026 annual average U.S. gasoline price at $2.97 per gallon, down from $3.10 in 2025; it also forecasts average household gas spending of $2,083 for the year.

Harvard experts and studies report growing concerns about gambling-related harms as U.S. sports wagers rose from $4.9 billion in 2017 to $121.1 billion in 2023, and a Pew poll finds 43% of adults view legalized sports betting as bad for society.

Amazon is taking $100 off most Apple Watch Series 11 models, with the 42mm starting at $299 and the 46mm at $329; the Series 11 introduces an AI 'Workout Buddy' along with other health and hardware updates.

Trump publicly endorsed Delcy Rodríguez and she was sworn in as acting president; U.S. officials said they will monitor her actions and referenced using an oil blockade as leverage.

An Israel Democracy Institute poll found about one-third of Arab respondents said it is safer for Arabs to live in Israel, while roughly three-quarters of Jewish respondents said it is safer for Jews to live in Israel.

A former 'Shark Tank Colombia' contestant wanted in connection with the alleged poisoning deaths of two teenage girls in Bogotá was arrested in London after being pulled from the Thames and is being held pending extradition to Colombia.

Minot police say Heather Hoffman was convicted in the 2022 killing of her ex, Alex Eckert, after a witness contradicted her alibi and ballistics tied a firearm to the scene; she was sentenced to life without parole.

Researchers using Hubble and several ground observatories report spectral and atmospheric patterns consistent with a companion star, nicknamed Siwarha, moving through Betelgeuse's outer layers; astronomers expect a clearer chance to image the companion when it reaches greater separation in November 2027.

Guests are adapting the cruise "fish extender" tradition by leaving small magnetic surprises on metal hotel doors at select Walt Disney World value and moderate resorts, using magnets, clips, and themed decorations to share treats and notes.

Connor Bedard said he was disappointed to be left off Team Canada's Olympic roster and is using the decision to identify areas to improve; he returned to limited, non-contact practice after a Dec. 12 shoulder injury.

Dr. Janell Green Smith died on January 2, 2026, from complications shortly after delivering her first child. The American College of Nurse‑Midwives called the death heartbreaking and unacceptable and described it as a failure of systems meant to protect birthing people.

The Buck Foundation announced a Bitcoin Dollar savings token that pays 7% annual rewards accruing by the minute and is tradable 24/7. The token’s treasury is funded in part by STRC, Strategy’s Bitcoin-backed perpetual preferred stock, and rewards are subject to governance and issuer approvals.

A 2025 report found 44% of men said fear of being labeled "creepy" reduced their likelihood of initiating contact, while surveys cited in the article say many women (77% of ages 18–30) want to be approached more.

Senior Israeli and Syrian officials met in Paris under U.S. mediation, and the three governments said the sides agreed to create a joint communication cell to coordinate security and diplomacy.

AMD CEO Lisa Su said at CES that artificial intelligence has not slowed hiring at the company but that AMD is prioritizing candidates who are AI‑forward; she also said she expects over 5 billion active AI users in the next five years.

ING Construction and Development announced a fortified project management structure to handle increasing residential renovations, additions, and ADU projects across Greater Los Angeles, while preserving a boutique, owner-led approach; the change adds clearer phases, checkpoints, and communication channels.

Many people 65 and older who start GLP-1 drugs for diabetes or weight loss stop them within a year, with studies reporting discontinuation rates near half or higher; common reasons include side effects, muscle loss, cost, and changes in insurance coverage.

Residents in Caracas and La Guaira recorded pre-dawn cellphone videos of strikes, and Venezuelan officials said the strikes targeted naval infrastructure and medical warehouses.

The Justice Department told a federal judge that more than 2 million documents potentially related to Jeffrey Epstein are still under review, and it has so far released about 12,285 documents (roughly 125,575 pages); the DOJ did not provide a new timeline for completing the review.

The author describes how shifting focus from personal limitations to God's allness helped an anxious friend and later the author overcome self-doubt and speak confidently.

A neighbor took in a 3-month-old kitten that had been left outside in cold weather; the kitten's foster family later accused the neighbor of stealing it. The kitten is now inside and reported to be healthy.

The Met Office warns disruptive snow, wind and rain will affect parts of England this week, with amber and yellow weather warnings in place and UK Health Security Agency cold-health alerts active until Friday.

The 76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe scored all 17 of his points in the second half of Monday's overtime loss to the Denver Nuggets after Joel Embiid delivered a stern halftime message about starting the game earlier.

Owner Amy Adams-Strunk said Mike Borgonzi will have final say on the 53-man roster and will lead the search for a new head coach, and both Borgonzi and president Chad Brinker will report to her.

The Drinking Water Inspectorate told MPs that South East Water lacked electronic monitoring and other operational visibility for weeks before a water-quality problem left about 24,000 properties without reliable supply and prompted a nine-day boil-water notice.

Heavy snow and icy conditions have been reported across parts of Europe; authorities say six people have died and hundreds of flights were cancelled, leaving many travellers stranded.

Researchers at Queen Mary University London report that thermoception—the perception of temperature—helps shape self-awareness, and that warm touch such as a hug can increase body ownership and a sense of security; the authors also note that prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures may affect mood and self-awareness.

A list of seven simple indoor activities — from a 10-minute dance party to a family time capsule — is presented to encourage shared interaction and create memories while families are stuck inside.