Meta to Pay $25M to Settle Trump Lawsuit Over Social Media Ban
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Meta to Pay $25M to Settle Trump Lawsuit Over Social Media Ban

US President Donald Trump has signed a legal settlement that will see Facebook and Instagram owner Meta pay out roughly $25m (£20m). Trump sued the social media giant and its chief executive, Mark Zuckerberg, in 2021 over the suspension of his accounts after the 6 January Capitol riots that year. In July 2024, Meta lifted the final restrictions on Trump's Facebook and Instagramaccounts in the lead up to US presidential elections. The settlement was first reported by the Wall Street Journal.
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U.S. and Colombia Avoid Trade War Over Deportation Flights
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U.S. and Colombia Avoid Trade War Over Deportation Flights

A dispute regarding the acceptance of flights transporting deportees from the United States nearly led to a trade conflict with Colombia, which ultimately conceded after facing threats of tariffs and other sanctions from President Donald Trump. Colombia had previously denied entry to two U.S. military flights carrying individuals deported by American authorities, with President Gustavo Petro asserting that the migrants were unjustly treated as criminals. In response, on January 26, President T
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Hamas has agreed to free three Israeli hostages, according to Israel.
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Hamas has agreed to free three Israeli hostages, according to Israel.

Hamas is scheduled to release three Israeli hostages on Thursday, comprising two women and an 80-year-old man, along with five Thai nationals who were taken during the attack on October 7, 2023. The Hostages Families Forum has reported that it has received confirmation regarding the release of these eight individuals. This forum is a volunteer organization established by the families of the abductees following the incident. Among those set to be released is Arbel Yehoud, 29, who Israeli offici
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Chiefs will play the Eagles in a historic "three-peat" Super Bowl.
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Chiefs will play the Eagles in a historic "three-peat" Super Bowl.

The Kansas City Chiefs are one victory away from achieving an unprecedented NFL 'three-peat' following their triumph over the Buffalo Bills, which secured their place in Super Bowl 59. In a thrilling contest, the Chiefs narrowly defeated the Bills with a score of 32-29, making them the first team in history to return to the Super Bowl after winning back-to-back championships. This marks the fifth occasion in six years that Kansas City has advanced to the NFL championship game, having claimed v
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Rihanna Attends A$AP Rocky’s Trial, Stealing Spotlight from Key Testimony
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Rihanna Attends A$AP Rocky’s Trial, Stealing Spotlight from Key Testimony

The most significant testimony In A$AP Rocky’s trial took a backseat on Wednesday when Rihanna, the rapper’s partner and mother of their children, quietly yet strikingly appeared in the courtroom. Rihanna attended Rocky’s Los Angeles trial—where he faces two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm—for the first time, sitting between his mother and sister. Despite her understated presence, she commanded attention as his former friend and alleged victim took the stand. Escorted in
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New proposal from Perplexity AI on TikTok may result in the U.S. government acquiring 50% ownership interest.
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New proposal from Perplexity AI on TikTok may result in the U.S. government acquiring 50% ownership interest.

Perplexity AI has submitted a fresh proposal to TikTok's parent company that would permit the US government to own up to 50% of a new firm that would be created by combining Perplexity with TikTok's US operations. The suggestion, which was turned in last week, is an update to an earlier strategy the AI startup had given to ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, on January 18, the day before the law that forbids the app entered into force. The initial proposal, to which ByteDance has not repl
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Passenger Jet Collides with Military Black Hawk Near Washington, D.C.
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Passenger Jet Collides with Military Black Hawk Near Washington, D.C.

An American Airlines commercial plane with 60 passengers and four crew members aboard, collided with an army Black Hawk helicopter carrying three crew members, near Washington DC in the United States. A military official said the army helicopter was on a training flight. The American Eagle Flight 5342 was approaching the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night when the accident occurred. The flight was arriving from Wichita, Kansas and was flying at an altitude of about 3
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Ariana Grande and The Weeknd See Their Duets Climb the Charts Once Again
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Ariana Grande and The Weeknd See Their Duets Climb the Charts Once Again

Ariana Grande and The Weeknd have built a strong musical partnership over the years, delivering four successful collaborations. While their personal relationship remains unclear, their professional chemistry is undeniable. This week, two of their biggest duets—“Save Your Tears” and *“Die for You”—*are rising once again on Billboard’s global charts, proving their lasting appeal. Both songs climb across Billboard’s two worldwide rankings, with “Save Your Tears” making the most notable gains. The
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White House Offers Financial Incentives for Federal Employees to Resign
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White House Offers Financial Incentives for Federal Employees to Resign

The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that it is offering financial incentives for up to 2 million full-time civilian federal employees to resign as part of a broader effort to downsize the U.S. government. The initiative, called the “deferred resignation program,” allows employees to remain on the payroll through September 30 while potentially seeing their duties reduced or eliminated. According to an email sent to federal employees and reviewed by Reuters, those interested must respon
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Bruno Mars Ties Rihanna With 11th No. 1 Hit on Pop Airplay Chart
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Bruno Mars Ties Rihanna With 11th No. 1 Hit on Pop Airplay Chart

Bruno Mars has spent more than 15 years racking up huge hits at pop radio throughout the United States. During that time, he’s produced some of the most successful singles in the history of the top 40 airwaves, and he’s not done yet. The singer-songwriter scores yet another champion this week, and as he adds to his growing collection, he matches several fellow superstars. “Apt.,” Mars’ collaboration with Blackpink singer Rosé, rises to No. 1 on the Pop Airplay chart this week. The tune ascends
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Victor Wembanyama, Amen Thompson Lead Star-Studded 2025 NBA Rising Stars Pool
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Victor Wembanyama, Amen Thompson Lead Star-Studded 2025 NBA Rising Stars Pool

The San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama and Houston Rockets' Amen Thompson headlined the pool of NBA sophomores, rookies and G League players named to the 2025 Rising Stars tournament. The rookie Rising Stars class is led by the Spurs' Stephon Castle, Memphis Grizzlies' Zach Edey, Philadelphia 76ers' Jared McCain and Washington Wizards' Alex Sarr. The four-team, three-game Rising Stars tournament will take place on Friday, Feb. 14 starting at 9 p.m. ET. The first two games of tournament wi
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ROSÉ & Bruno Mars’ ‘APT.’ Becomes the First No. 1 by a K-Pop Artist on Billboard’s Pop Airplay Chart
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ROSÉ & Bruno Mars’ ‘APT.’ Becomes the First No. 1 by a K-Pop Artist on Billboard’s Pop Airplay Chart

“APT.,” on The Black Label/Atlantic Records, marks the first Pop Airplay chart entry for ROSÉ as a soloist; star K-pop quartet BLACKPINK has charted two tracks (reaching a No. 21 best) with her as a member. Mars, meanwhile, earns his 11th Pop Airplay No. 1 — one-upping Justin Bieber for the most among male soloists since the chart began in October 1992. Overall, Taylor Swift boasts a record 13 leaders, followed by Maroon 5, Mars, Katy Perry and Rihanna with 11 each, and Bieber and Ariana Grande
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Steph Curry, LeBron James Top NBA’s Jersey Sales for 2024-25 Season
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Steph Curry, LeBron James Top NBA’s Jersey Sales for 2024-25 Season

Two legendary NBA stars and future first-ballot Hall of Famers are leading the way in jersey sales thus far during the 2024-25 season. Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has the highest-selling jersey this season, followed by Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James. Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama round out the top five. In terms of overall team merchandise sales on NBAStore.com, the reigning NBA
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Kai Cenat and Kanye West Set to Stream Live in Japan
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Kai Cenat and Kanye West Set to Stream Live in Japan

Kai Cenat and Kanye West streaming in Japan seems like an unexpected twist, but it may soon become a reality. Despite their odd history and numerous failed attempts at collaboration, Cenat is confident that a stream with the rap icon is finally in the works. On Thursday, January 23rd, the streamer revealed his plans to travel to Japan with the goal of linking up with Kanye, who is reportedly working on his upcoming album BULLY. Fans in Cenat’s chat were skeptical, but he remained upbeat abo
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Offset Signs With Independent Artist Group
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Offset Signs With Independent Artist Group

Offset kicks off 2025 with a major career move, officially partnering with the Independent Artist Group (IAG) for comprehensive representation across all facets of his work. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in the Atlanta rap star’s solo journey, building on his string of successful releases and ventures that have firmly established his influence in music and entertainment. Recently, Offset released two solo singles, “Antisocial” and “Swing My Way,” both showcasing his ongoing artistic
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A$AP Rocky’s Trial Begins with Video Evidence of Alleged Shooting
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A$AP Rocky’s Trial Begins with Video Evidence of Alleged Shooting

A$AP Rocky's assault trial began on Friday in Los Angeles, where the rapper is accused of firing a gun at a former friend. The rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, faces up to 24 years in prison if convicted on two felony assault charges in the 2021 incident near a Hollywood hotel. In opening statements on Friday, prosecutors described the rapper as the aggressor and claimed he orchestrated a plan to shoot his childhood friend following a disagreement. The Grammy-nominated hip-hop star, w
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