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In Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show, a Real Wedding With 70,000 Guests

The couple married on the field had invited the Puerto Rican singer to their wedding, but instead received an invitation to appear onstage with him.

www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/u...
In Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show, a Real Wedding With 70,000 Guests
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 6:27 AM
Democrats deride veterans affairs secretary for repeating false claims about Alex Pretti’s killing

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Democrats deride veterans affairs secretary for repeating false claims about Alex Pretti’s killing
Pretti, a VA nurse, was shot by federal agents in Minneapolis and was labeled a ‘terrorist’ by the administration
www.theguardian.com
February 12, 2026 at 6:05 AM
CBS Evening News Producer Reportedly Quits in Fiery Note — Calls Out ‘Shifting Set of Ideological Expectations’ at Bari Weiss-Led Outlet

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CBS News Producer Alicia Hastey Quits in Fiery Note
A producer for the CBS Evening News has abruptly quit the show — citing the "shifting set of ideological expectations" inside the Bari Weiss-run news division.
www.mediaite.com
February 12, 2026 at 5:10 AM
Pam Bondi Faces Subpoena Threat From Democrat With Midterms in Sight

www.newsweek.com/pam-bondi-fa...

Democratic U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin of Maryland vowed that his party would subpoena U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi if Democrats regain control of Congress following the midterm elections.
Pam Bondi faces subpoena threat from Democrat with midterms in sight
A possible subpoena highlights how House control could shape oversight of the Justice Department’s Epstein files release.
www.newsweek.com
February 12, 2026 at 5:08 AM
AOC Says Pam Bondi ‘Knows She’s Implicated in a Massive Cover-Up’ to Protect Those in Epstein Files

www.thewrap.com/media-platfo...

“We all saw today the performance that she had. She was screaming and thrashing,” the congresswoman from New York adds
AOC Says Pam Bondi 'Knows She's Implicated in a Massive Cover-Up' to Protect Those in Epstein Files | Video
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called out Attorney General Pam Bondi after the latter's lengthy testimony before the House Judiciary Committee turned heated over Epstein questions.
www.thewrap.com
February 12, 2026 at 5:06 AM
Tim Scott Breaks With Trump in Backing Susan Collins After Obama Ape Video

www.newsweek.com/tim-scott-br...

South Carolina Republican U.S. Senator Tim Scott publicly backed his Republican colleague Susan Collins in her bid to retain her Senate seat in Maine.
Tim Scott breaks with Trump in backing Susan Collins after Obama ape video
Scott's remark comes after President Donald Trump's public disapproval of Collins' voting record.
www.newsweek.com
February 12, 2026 at 5:04 AM
Poll: Top NATO allies don’t think US helps deter enemies anymore

www.politico.com/news/2026/02...

The United States' eroding reputation is raising fresh questions about the stability of the global order that has held for decades, and of the country's strength on the world stage.
Poll: Top NATO allies don’t think US helps deter enemies anymore
The United States' eroding reputation is raising fresh questions about the stability of the global order that has held for decades, and of the country's strength on the world stage.
www.politico.com
February 12, 2026 at 5:02 AM
Victims of Jeffrey Epstein watched as Attorney General Pam Bondi told lawmakers they should focus on the stock market during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday.

www.upi.com/Top_News/US/...
Attorney General Pam Bondi says focus on stock market during House hearing over Epstein files - UPI.com
Pam Bondi told members of Congress that they should be focused on the stock market during a hearing over her handling of the Epstein files.
www.upi.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:52 AM
Republicans urge their Trump to hold firm against Democrats’ DHS demands as clock ticks toward shutdown

www.cnn.com/2026/02/11/p...
Republicans urge Trump to hold firm against Democrats’ DHS demands as clock ticks toward shutdown | CNN Politics
Republicans’ warning for President Donald Trump is growing louder with the Department of Homeland Security set to shut down in just days: Don’t feel public pressure to relent on an issue central to hi...
www.cnn.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:50 AM
As a boy, I had to go down to the coal bin every day to bring up buckets of coal so we could heat our house and cook. It's awful for breathing, debilitating black lung disease.

Republican President Donald Trump orders Pentagon to invest in 'beautiful, clean' coal power

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Trump orders Pentagon to invest in 'beautiful, clean' coal power
President Donald Trump announced an executive order on Wednesday aimed at sustaining the United States’ coal industry through federal funding.
abcnews.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:48 AM
Yale professor recommended a ‘good-looking blonde’ student for a job with Epstein. He’s not sorry

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In email to Epstein in October 2011, David Gelernter wrote that he had an “editoress” in mind for a job — a Yale senior whom he described as a “v small good-looking blonde.”
A Yale professor recommended a ‘good-looking blonde’ student for a job with Epstein. He's not sorry
Yale University says a prominent computer science professor will not teach classes while it reviews his conduct related to his correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein.
apnews.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:37 AM
Noam Chomsky's wife admits 'serious errors in judgment' over Jeffrey Epstein ties

www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...

The Justice Department's latest release of documents includes a memo suggesting that Chomsky was advising Epstein on how to rehabilitate his public image.
Noam Chomsky's wife admits 'serious errors in judgment' over Jeffrey Epstein ties
The Justice Department's latest release of documents includes a memo suggesting that Chomsky was advising Epstein on how to rehabilitate his public image.
www.nbcnews.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:32 AM
A U.S. judge on Wednesday said accusations Bank of America recklessly disregarded information that the late financier Jeffrey Epstein engaged in sex trafficking were sufficient to let a proposed class action lawsuit proceed.

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US judge says Bank of America's alleged 'reckless disregard' supports Epstein lawsuit
A U.S. judge on Wednesday said accusations Bank of America recklessly disregarded information that the late financier Jeffrey Epstein engaged in sex trafficking were sufficient to let a proposed class...
www.reuters.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:29 AM
ICE office opening in super wealthy, super Republican Carmel, Indiana. Would not be surprised if supportive residents requested it.

City Council President Matthew Snyder confirmed the ICE office was coming to the city, but could not say when it's opening or why.

www.yahoo.com/news/article...
Council president: ICE to open office in Carmel
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is setting up an office in Carmel, 13News has learned. City Council President Matthew Snyder confirmed the ICE office was coming to the city, but could not say whe...
www.yahoo.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Nancy Mace Tells Piers Morgan the Names On the Unredacted Epstein Client List Would ‘Shock’ Him

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Nancy Mace Tells Piers Morgan the Names On the Unredacted Epstein Client List Would ‘Shock’ Him
Nancy Mace told Piers Morgan that he would be "shocked" at the names she read in the unreacted files relating to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
www.mediaite.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:50 AM
Not new. Just more apparent as it has finally come full tilt due to legislative policy failure to properly regulate data.

@sen-ronwyden.bsky.social can't do it alone. And this GOP is more worried about Bad Bunny.

Personal data is the new battleground for democracy

www.politico.eu/article/pers...
Personal data is the new battleground for democracy
As the world’s leaders gather in Munich, I call on them to help build a better foundation for AI that embeds Western values and protects future generations.
www.politico.eu
February 12, 2026 at 3:45 AM
US citizenship to be required for midterm voters, according to new bill

www.jpost.com/internationa...

In a big win for Republicans, the SAVE America Act was approved in the House of Representatives.
US citizenship required for midterm voting, says new bill | The Jerusalem Post
In a big win for Republicans, the SAVE America Act was approved in the House of Representatives. The loss came amidst disapproval of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada.
www.jpost.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:34 AM
Does your TV track you even through the HDMI port? Short answer: Yes

www.zdnet.com/home-and-off...

TVs often analyze what you watch to curate suggestions and serve you ads, even through HDMI-connected devices, but we've found a few ways to take back control.
Does your TV track you even through the HDMI port? Short answer: Yes
TVs often analyze what you watch to curate suggestions and serve you ads, even through HDMI-connected devices, but we've found a few ways to take back control.
www.zdnet.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Nancy Mace Joins Dems to Denounce ‘Creepy’ DOJ Monitoring of Congress Members’ Epstein Files Searches

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Republican Nancy Mace Slams 'Creepy' DOJ Monitoring of Congress' Epstein File Searches
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) denounced the Justice Department on Wednesday for allegedly tracking the unredacted 'Epstein files' that members of Congress accessed, calling the practice "creepy."
www.mediaite.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:25 AM
Mamdani calls for 2% tax hike on wealthy New Yorkers | The Jerusalem Post

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Zohran Mamdani calls for tax increase on New Yorkers | The Jerusalem Post
The New York City mayor claimed that increasing taxes by 2% on those earning more than a million dollars per year would resolve nearly half of the city's budget deficit.
www.jpost.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:22 AM
Councilwoman Condemns LA28 for ‘Doubling Down’ on Wasserman, Files Resolution Against Olympics Leadership

www.thewrap.com/media-platfo...

“The people of Los Angeles deserve leadership that understands the gravity of these revelations,” Monica Rodriguez says of the mogul’s Epstein files controversy
Councilwoman Condemns LA28 for 'Doubling Down' on Casey Wasserman, Files Resolution Against Olympics Leadership
Los Angeles Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez condemned LA28 Olympics leadership on Wednesday for "doubling down in defense."
www.thewrap.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:20 AM
FTC Accuses Apple News of Promoting ‘Left-Wing News Outlets’ While Suppressing Conservative Ones

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FTC Accuses Apple News of Promoting 'Left-Wing News Outlets' While Suppressing Conservative Ones
Federal Trade Commission chair Andrew Ferguson on Wednesday sent a letter to Apple chief Tim Cook, suggesting that Apple News has been tipping the scales in favor of "left-wing news outlets" while sup...
www.thewrap.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:17 AM
HGTV Cancels ‘Rehab Addict’ After Host Nicole Curtis Used Racial Slur During Filming

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HGTV Cancels ‘Rehab Addict’ After Host Nicole Curtis Used Racial Slur During Filming
HGTV has ended its long-running home restoration series 'Rehab Addict' after star Nicole Curtis was caught using a racial slur during filming.
variety.com
February 12, 2026 at 3:15 AM