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NASA delays Artemis moon mission after finding fuel leaks in test run

NASA said Tuesday that the launch of its Artemis II moon mission will be pushed back to March after fuel leaks were found during a test run this week.

Authorities 'aware' of reports of possible ransom note in Nancy Guthrie disappearance

The Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed awareness of a ransom note in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, 84, who vanished from her Tucson, Arizona, home Saturday.

Virginia man Brendan Banfield learns fate in twisted au pair affair double-murder

Brendan Banfield, former IRS officer, was found guilty of orchestrating a murder plot with the family's au pair to kill his wife Christina and frame Joseph Ryan.

Man accused of murdering Alabama teen cheerleader, spraying bullets at friends, released on bond

Man accused of killing Alabama cheerleader Kimber Mills at bonfire party released on $330k bond. Steven Whitehead allegedly shot four people during the incident.

NASA delays Artemis moon mission after finding fuel leaks in test run

NASA said Tuesday that the launch of its Artemis II moon mission will be pushed back to March after fuel leaks were found during a test run this week.

Authorities 'aware' of reports of possible ransom note in Nancy Guthrie disappearance

The Pima County Sheriff's Department confirmed awareness of a ransom note in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, 84, who vanished from her Tucson, Arizona, home Saturday.

Virginia man Brendan Banfield learns fate in twisted au pair affair double-murder

Brendan Banfield, former IRS officer, was found guilty of orchestrating a murder plot with the family's au pair to kill his wife Christina and frame Joseph Ryan.

Around the world

UK police open criminal investigation into politician Peter Mandelson over alleged leaks to Epstein

British police have opened a criminal investigation into politician Peter Mandelson over alleged misconduct in public office related to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Australian teen swims 2.5 miles for hours to save family swept out to sea

Teen hero swims 2.5 miles through rough seas to save family swept away by winds off Australia. Police praised the 13-year-old boy's courage.

Iran ramps up regional threats as Trump considers talks, and eyewitness accounts of regime violence emerge

Iran escalates regional threats while reportedly exploring nuclear talks with the U.S., as violent regime crackdown on protesters killed thousands nationwide.

UK govt-backed review says Britain’s national parks feel ‘white’ and unwelcoming

Britain's countryside authorities launch new outreach programs targeting ethnic minorities after review finds rural areas perceived as "white" spaces.

Palestinians wait at border between Gaza and Egypt as uncertainty clouds reopening of Rafah crossing

Palestinians have gathered at Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt, hoping to pass through after it reopened.

Two convicted of terrorism in Denmark for grenade attack near Israeli Embassy

Two Swedish men convicted of terrorism for throwing hand grenades near Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen. One was sentenced to 12 years and the other to 14.

Lawmakers question whether US moving fast enough to capitalize on Hezbollah's weakened state

House hearing reveals historic opportunity to weaken Hezbollah in Lebanon following ceasefire, as lawmakers debate whether U.S. policy is moving fast enough.

Technology

Modernizing federal PKI: From legacy liability to strategic asset

The status quo of maintaining a sprawling, manual and expensive legacy infrastructure is no longer sustainable.

Tech layoffs: A 2026 timeline

Among a range of factors leading to a wave of tech sector layoffs in 2026 is the rapid rise of artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation. Companies are reconfiguring their workforces to leverage AI for increased efficiency and reduced operating costs.

Artificial Intelligence helps fuel new energy sources

AI and data centers drive electricity costs up 42% in a decade, as Americans face unprecedented bills as the power grid struggles with surging demand.

New PDF compression filter will save space, need software updates

Brotli is one of the most widely used but least-known compression formats ever devised, long incorporated into all major browsers and web content delivery networks (CDNs).

The non-technical solution for government IT projects that fail

By prioritizing planning and enterprise architectures, agencies can ensure they employ the latest technology in ways that align with and serve the mission.

Cisco adds intelligent policy enforcement to mesh firewall family

Cisco next month will deliver a core piece of its security management framework that is aimed at helping customers more effectively create and manage protection policies.

Shared services still hindered by long-standing barriers

A new GAO survey of eight agencies found that shared services providers are providing operational efficiencies, cost savings and better cybersecurity.

Sports News

Court of Arbitration for Sport makes ruling on Katie Uhlaender's Olympic bid

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said it had no jurisdiction to make a ruling in the case involving American Olympic hopeful Katie Uhlaender.

All-Star infielder Isaac Paredes and Houston Astros agree to $9.35 million, 1-year contract

Isaac Paredes and the Houston Astros have agreed to a one-year, $9.35 million contract, avoiding salary arbitration.

Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flag bearers for Winter Olympics

Speedskater Erin Jackson and bobsledder Frank Del Duca have been chosen as the U.S. flag bearers for the Milan Cortina Olympics opening ceremony on Friday.

Mariners acquire All-Star Brendan Donovan from Cardinals in three-team trade with Rays

The Seattle Mariners have acquired All-Star infielder/outfielder Brendan Donovan from the St. Louis Cardinals in a three-team trade with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Lindsey Vonn is 'confident' she can race at Olympics despite ruptured ACL in left knee

Lindsey Vonn is “confident” she can compete at the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Olympics despite the left knee injury she sustained in a crash four days ago.

Frank Thomas rips White Sox after being omitted from Black History Month graphic

Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Thomas ripped the Chicago White Sox on social media for leaving him off their Black History Month graphic on Sunday.

Patriots' Drake Maye offers refreshing take on marriage ahead of Super Bowl LX

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye said on Monday night he would advise his teammates to experience marriage at some point in their lives.

Politics News

GOP senator jabs Jeffries as 'butt hurt' over Trump-Schumer deal

The government funding deal between President Donald Trump and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., passed despite heavy opposition from House Democrats.

RFK Jr unveils $100M effort to tackle addiction, homelessness and mental illness

RFK Jr. announces $100 million federal investment to combat addiction and homelessness through recovery programs, drawing on his 43-year journey.

Clintons finalize agreement to testify in House Epstein probe, bowing to threat of contempt vote

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have finalized an agreement with House Republicans to testify this month in a House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Texas Dem Senate candidate's 'mediocre' comment rocks race

James Talarico faces widespread backlash after allegedly calling Colin Allred a "mediocre Black man" in a conversation with a political influencer.

End of government shutdown in sight as Speaker Johnson overcomes GOP revolt

House GOP lawmakers barreled through conservative rebellion threats on the Senate's federal funding bill, setting up a vote on final passage on Tuesday afternoon.

Florida congresswoman accused of stealing COVID-19 funds pleads not guilty 3 months after indictment

A Florida congresswoman charged with conspiring to steal $5 million in federal COVID-19 disaster funds has formally pleaded not guilty nearly three months after her indictment.

ICE reveals legal theory behind warrantless immigration arrests

Immigration and Customs Enforcement's memo says agents can make snap arrest decisions without warrants under certain conditions, marking policy shift.