↑ RSS Rising oil, gas and LNG demand draws global traders to India - By Mohi Narayan and Nidhi Verma SOUTH GOA, INDIA, Jan 30 (Reuters) - A rare combination of rising fuel demand and expanding refining capacity is drawing global commodity traders to India, with firmsFebruary 2026: What's in the sky this month? Jupiter continues to dominate the night; Mercury, Venus, and Saturn are visible - Mercury, Venus, and Saturn put on an early-evening display in the west, while Jupiter dominates the rest of the night. Jupiter features many events involving its four major moons that are well worth chasing down. A remote annular eclipse ofDemocratic Upset in Deep Red Texas District Rattles Republicans - A Democrat won a state legislative special election in a district that President Trump carried by 17 percentage points, unnerving Republicans in Texas and beyond.My Patient Was Dying. 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Russia disputed that.House GOP's already fragile majority to further shrink after Democrats' ballot box victory - Democratic runoff decides Texas special election for vacant congressional seat, shrinking Republican House majority to razor-thin margin of control.DOJ Files: Jeffrey Epstein Urged Patriots Owner Robert Kraft to Hire Jack Goldberger in 2019 Case - The Department of Justice released the latest batch of files pertaining to the crimes and communications of Jeffrey Epstein this past Friday afternoon, and while everyone was more than prepared to see the names of various celebrities and prWhite House touts Trump’s ‘bold vision’ for towering Independence Arch for America 250 - The White House is pushing back on reports that President Trump favors a 250-foot-tall “Independence Arch," calling the monument an iconic part of his vision for America’s 250th anniversary.Billionaire Dalio sends 2-word message on Fed pick Warsh - The Federal Reserve is about to get a new Federal Reserve Chairman. After a year of criticism, President Trump has nominated long-time Wall Street insider and former Fed Reserve GovernorKevin Warsh to take over the role from much-maligned JICE Goons’ Gunpoint Snatch-and-Grab of U.S. Citizen Thwarted - A Minnesota police chief has been forced to intervene to stop the illegal abduction of a woman from her car by ICE goons. Dramatic dashcam footage shows the moment three unidentified, masked men swerved to cut off a female driver alone in hNarco violence dominates as Costa Rica votes for president - Costa Rica, a beacon of stability in Central America that is battling a surge in violence related to drug trafficking, goes to the polls on Sunday in elections that are expected to bring a tough-on-crime right-winger to power."At what pointCriminal illegal immigrant allegedly rams ICE vehicle in Minnesota as attacks on agents surge - Tranquilino Sixto-Anorve was arrested in Minnesota after an ICE vehicle was struck during an immigration enforcement operation, according to federal authorities.'Melania' earns $8M opening weekend, marking best documentary debut in over 10 years - "Melania" documentary expected to earn upwards of $8 million in its opening weekend to finish third behind "Iron Lung and "Send Help."Mamdani taps ex-con to lead NYC jails as Rikers remains under federal oversight - Socialist mayor appoints Stanley Richards as corrections commissioner, making him the first ex-con to hold the role as New York City pushes reforms.Amber Rose defends Charlie Kirk's widow against online critics - Amber Rose defends Charlie Kirk's widow against online criticism, saying "everyone grieves differently" during recent livestream appearance with Sneako.Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson fined for 'berating' and 'making contact' with an official - The NBA fined Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson $50,000 for confronting an official in the fourth quarter of the team's 126-113 defeat to the Phoenix Suns.ICE Is a ‘Secret Police’ Americans Didn’t Ask For - Amid national protests, the round table convenes to debate what anti-ICE tactics should look like.Burglars caught spying on homes with hidden camouflaged cameras before striking neighborhoods - California police warned residents after burglars allegedly used hidden cameras to secretly monitor homes before striking in a concerning new tactic.They Said They Weren’t Close to Epstein. New Documents Show Otherwise. - Materials released by the Justice Department revealed that leading business and political figures had enduring relationships with the disgraced financier.Cold-related deaths continue to climb in Maryland - Across the state of Maryland, 27 people have died from hypothermia so far this season, according to the Maryland Department of Health. This comes as the Baltimore region remains in the midst of one of its longest subfreezing streaks to dateStill got a blocked nose after a cold? Here’s what your sinuses might be telling you - If your cold symptoms won't clear, sinusitis could be the reason. A pharmacist explains the warning signs.House Democrats mutiny Schumer’s deal with White House, threatening longer shutdown - House Democrats are divided from Senate Democrats on a deal struck with the White House to fund the federal government and negotiate DHS dollars.SpaceX generated about $8 billion in profit last year ahead of IPO, sources say - SpaceX generated about $8 billion in profit on $15 billion to $16 billion of revenue last year, two people familiar with the company's results said, providing fresh insight into the financial health of Elon Musk’s space company that is ex2 Stocks That Could Soar This Year - These innovative biotechs could have plenty of upside ahead.Demonstrations against ICE tactics continue in L.A. - Protests across the country continue throughout the weekend in response to federal immigration raids and the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by immigration enforcement officers in Minneapolis.Mamdani Names Nonprofit Leader and Ex-Rikers Inmate to Run N.Y.C. Jails - Stanley Richards is taking over as correction commissioner at an inflection point for the city’s jails. Mayor Zohran Mamdani also named Dr. Alister Martin to lead the health department.Josh Allen suggests Bills would have made Super Bowl over Patriots had they beaten Broncos - Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen suggested his team would be in the Super Bowl if it had beaten Denver in what was a 33-30 overtime playoff loss.Winter Storm Hits the Carolinas, Bringing Dangerous Ice and Snow - Hundreds of crashes were reported on highways throughout the region, as freezing temperatures were predicted for the overnight hours.Australian boy killed by shark in Sydney Harbour honoured at Bondi Beach - Feb 1 (Reuters) - An Australian boy who died after being bitten by a shark in Sydney Harbour was honoured in a surfing ceremony at Bondi Beach on Sunday, following a series of shark attacks along theCathie Wood sends blunt message after Bitcoin crashes - Every time the crypto market enters a dramatic phase, ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood is one of the first investors I turn to in order to understand the changing dynamics on the charts. Wood is a veteran investor in the digital assets market. InState Department issues security alert amid 'heavy gunfire' near US Embassy in Haiti - The U.S. Embassy in Haiti issued an urgent security alert as heavy gunfire erupted in Port-au-Prince. American citizens were warned to avoid areas near the embassy.I-85 NB shutdown in NC, over 100 vehicles stranded - Interstate 85 northbound in Kannapolis is shut down following a traffic incident that left more than 100 vehicles stranded on the highway.Noem touts TSA success after thousands with terror links barred from flights at major US airport - TSA officers stopped tens of thousands of terror-linked travelers from flying and seized dozens of loaded firearms at Miami International Airport over the last year, according to Noem.Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock: Broadcom vs. Nvidia - Broadcom's revenue growth is expected to be about the same as Nvidia's.US ambassador arrives in Venezuela to reopen diplomatic mission after 7 years - U.S. Ambassador Laura Dogu arrived in Caracas on Saturday to reopen the American diplomatic mission in Venezuela after seven years of severed ties. The move comes almost one month after a military action ordered by U.S. President Donald Tr75 Hard fitness challenge draws expert warnings as toned-down versions gain traction - Viral 75 Hard fitness challenge promises rapid weight loss through extreme daily rules and mental toughness, but experts warn the intense regimen may be unrealistic.Ex-Prince Andrew photographed kneeling over woman in latest DOJ Jeffrey Epstein file release - New photos of Prince Andrew surface in latest DOJ Epstein files release, showing former royal in compromising positions with unidentified individuals.Louisiana authorities, federal agents nab all 8 inmates who escaped in jailbreak after massive manhunt - All eight violent offenders who escaped Louisiana's Riverbend Detention Center have been captured after massive manhunt involving state police and federal agencies.US Justice Department's misconduct complaint against Judge Boasberg gets tossed - By Nate Raymond Jan 31 (Reuters) - A federal appeals court judge has dismissed a judicial misconduct complaint by U.S.Federal judge orders Trump admin to release 5-year-old, his dad from immigration detention within 3 days - Federal judge demanded the release of a detained 5-year-old and his illegal immigrant father from a Texas immigration facility, citing "traumatizing children."Music star Toosii labels Syracuse coach Fran Brown 'bozo' amid scholarship dispute - Music star Toosii disputed Syracuse coach Fran Brown's claims about a walk-on opportunity, saying he was promised a scholarship before stepping away from the program.Flights grounded and events canceled as dangerous deep freeze grips unexpected parts of US - An arctic blast forces surprising cancellations across South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and more as frigid temperatures even shut down Disney water parks and sporting events.Seahawks player Tariq Woolen fined for taunting ahead of Super Bowl - The NFL fined Tariq Woolen $17,398 for taunting the Los Angeles Rams bench during the NFC championship. The Seattle Seahawks advanced to the Super Bowl despite the costly penalty.Israel launches airstrikes at Gaza ahead of reopening of border crossing - Israel on Saturday launched airstrikes at targets in Gaza, with Palestinian authorities reporting that at least 30 were killed in the attacks.Utah governor signs bill adding justices to state Supreme Court as redistricting appeal looms - Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signed a bill Saturday that expands the state Supreme Court from five justices to seven as frustration has mounted among Republican lawmakers over a string of defeats before the tribunal. Democrats, who were united inFrozen iguanas in your yard during South Florida cold snap? FWC will take them at 5 drop-off sites - FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — As South Florida prepares to see some of the coldest weather since 2010, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is allowing for the removal and transport of cold-stunned iguanas without a permit. The aHundreds rally outside Iranian UN ambassador's Fifth Avenue residence calling for regime change - Iranian opposition supporters rally in Manhattan, allegedly spray-painting "terrorists" on Iran's UN ambassador residence, as protesters demand intervention.Liberty Energy (LBRT) Climbs 18.3% on Upbeat Outlook Despite Dismal 2025 - We recently published Millionaire Makers: 10 Stocks That Paid Off Big Last Week. Liberty Energy Inc. (NYSE:LBRT) was one of the top performers last week. Liberty Energy boasted an 18.28 percent gain week-on-week to hit an all-time high, tha