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Putin, Xi Bolster Ties in Key Videoconference
International

Putin, Xi Bolster Ties in Key Videoconference

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a significant videoconference on February 4, 2026, to strengthen economic cooperation, especially in energy, and coordinate on global issues amidst Western pressure on China regarding Russia. During the call, Putin accepted an invitation to visit China twice this year, signaling a deepening strategic partnership between the two nations.

Spain to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
Technology

Spain to Ban Social Media for Under-16s

Spain is poised to ban social media access for children under 16, requiring platforms to implement strict age verification to shield minors from online risks like addiction and manipulation. This significant digital reform, announced by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, will also hold social media executives accountable for illegal content and algorithm manipulation, aligning with broader European efforts.

New Gene-Switching Cancer Therapy Emerges
Science

New Gene-Switching Cancer Therapy Emerges

Monash and Harvard researchers have achieved a groundbreaking epigenetic discovery, finding a way to permanently "switch off" cancer-causing genes, which promises shorter treatment durations and reduced severe side effects for patients. This innovative therapy targets specific proteins in aggressive acute leukemia cells, with clinical trials anticipated to begin later this year.

F-35C Downs Iranian Drone Near Carrier
International

F-35C Downs Iranian Drone Near Carrier

A U.S. F-35C fighter jet dramatically shot down an Iranian Shahed-139 drone aggressively approaching the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea on February 3, 2026. This incident, confirmed as self-defense by U.S. Central Command, marks a significant escalation of U.S.-Iran tensions following an earlier Iranian attempt to seize a U.S.-flagged tanker.

Anthropic AI Tool Rocks IT Stocks
Technology

Anthropic AI Tool Rocks IT Stocks

A groundbreaking AI automation tool from Anthropic sent Information Technology stocks plummeting on February 4, 2026, as investors reacted to its potential to revolutionize legal services. This "Anthropic Effect" triggered a widespread sell-off across legal tech and professional services, underscoring growing concerns about AI's disruptive power to displace white-collar jobs and established business models.

EPA Begins Troy Superfund Soil Cleanup
Environment

EPA Begins Troy Superfund Soil Cleanup

The U.S. EPA has launched a critical soil cleanup at Ohio's East Troy Superfund site, targeting dangerous volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from former industrial operations. Expected to conclude by summer 2026, this vital project aims to protect local health and drinking water from cancer-causing chemicals, supported by President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

WHO Seeks $1B for 36 Global Crises
Health

WHO Seeks $1B for 36 Global Crises

The World Health Organization has launched a critical appeal for nearly US$1 billion to address 36 global health emergencies in 2026, aiming to provide life-saving care to millions amidst humanitarian crises. Despite declining donor support, this vital funding is emphasized as a strategic investment for global security, especially for acute needs in regions like Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine.

Unionization Declines, Haitian TPS Blocked
Politics

Unionization Declines, Haitian TPS Blocked

A federal judge dramatically intervened, blocking the imminent termination of deportation protections for over 350,000 Haitian immigrants just as their Temporary Protected Status was set to expire. The court sharply rebuked the Department of Homeland Security's decision as "arbitrary and capricious," citing potential bias and Haiti's dangerous conditions, prompting DHS to vow an appeal to the Supreme Court.

Zelenskyy: Russia Seeks Ukraine's Destruction
Politics

Zelenskyy: Russia Seeks Ukraine's Destruction

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has issued a stark warning that Russia remains committed to destroying Ukraine, evidenced by recent record ballistic missile strikes targeting vital energy infrastructure. This persistent aggression was underscored by air raid sirens blaring across Kyiv during NATO chief Mark Rutte's visit, with NATO officials asserting that while Ukraine is ready for peace, Russia's actions show no genuine interest in a resolution.

SpaceX-xAI Merger: $1.25T AI-Space Powerhouse
Technology

SpaceX-xAI Merger: $1.25T AI-Space Powerhouse

SpaceX acquired xAI on February 2, 2026, in a colossal $1.25 trillion stock swap, forming a vertically integrated entity poised to revolutionize AI, rockets, and space-based internet. This strategic merger unifies Elon Musk's ventures, including Grok and X, with ambitious plans to leverage orbital data centers for AI computing and a potential SpaceX public listing later in 2026.

Stanford Unlocks Million-Qubit Quantum Future
Technology

Stanford Unlocks Million-Qubit Quantum Future

Stanford researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking optical cavity design that efficiently captures single photons from atom qubits, enabling the simultaneous readout of information from numerous qubits and directly tackling a major quantum computing bottleneck. This significant innovation, published in Nature, paves the way for scalable quantum networks capable of supporting up to a million qubits, promising a revolution in quantum technology.

Courts Clear Offshore Wind Projects
Environment

Courts Clear Offshore Wind Projects

Federal courts have decisively overturned all five stop-work orders on major offshore wind projects, clearing the way for developments like Empire Wind and Revolution Wind to power 2.5 million East Coast homes. This significant victory for clean energy comes after judges consistently found the Trump administration's national security claims for halting construction were entirely unjustified.

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