US President Donald Trump announced plans to build a domestic version of Israel’s Iron Dome missile defence system. This new project will aim to protect the US from various missile threats. It will be built domestically. Additional executive orders related to military policies, vaccination, transgender military service, and DEI programs are also expected.
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US President Joe Biden expressed deep sorrow over the devastating wildfires in Southern California, which have claimed 24 lives and displaced nearly 200,000 people. He pledged federal aid for firefighting efforts and survivor support. He also highlighted the ongoing risks and expressed gratitude to firefighters and first responders battling the flames.
Ashley St. Clair claims she secretly gave birth to Elon Musk's 13th child. They are working on an agreement about raising the child. St. Clair's lawyer mentioned tabloid media interfered with their privacy. Musk has not directly addressed the claim. The baby marks Musk's 13th child across four relationships. St. Clair is known for her conservative commentary.
MSNBC has canceled Joy Reid's 7 pm show, The ReidOut, as part of a programming overhaul led by new president Rebecca Kutler. Reid, known for her strong criticism of Trump, faced declining ratings and past controversies. Her slot will be filled by a new panel show. Further changes under Kutler include Alex Wagner's 9 pm show being axed.
A KLM flight from Oslo to Amsterdam made an emergency landing at Oslo Torp Sandefjord Airport due to a hydraulic failure. The Boeing 737-800 skidded off the runway after landing. All 176 passengers and six crew members were uninjured. The airport was temporarily closed, and KLM is investigating the incident with local authorities.
Prince William once made a playful joke about an outfit Kate wore early in their relationship, likening it to clothes from a charity shop. This happened before Kate refined her style to fit her role as a senior royal, which she has since mastered, becoming an international fashion icon.
US President Donald Trump called for the impeachment of Judge James Boasberg after he ordered the suspension of deportation flights carrying alleged Venezuelan gang members. Boasberg's ruling challenged the administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act, leading to a clash over executive power. This is the first time Trump has personally called for a judge's removal since taking office.
Former President Trump made unsubstantiated claims about a midair collision, linking it to FAA diversity policies from the Obama and Biden administrations. Despite the investigation being in its early stages, he criticized these policies and emphasized the need for competency-based hiring.
Security forces in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province conducted an intelligence-based operation, resulting in the elimination of 12 terrorists in North Waziristan's Hasan Khel area. The operation, which took place on the night of February 5-6, also resulted in the recovery of weapons and ammunition and the death of a security personnel.
Tropical Cyclone Zelia made landfall on Western Australia's Pilbara coast as a Category 5 storm, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and flash flooding. Emergency services are addressing extensive damage while major ports and mining operations remain halted, causing economic disruptions.