From the birth anniversary of Queen Elizabeth to marking the 15th year of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, here's a look at what happened today in history
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​While the 51st state was a dinner table joke supposed to stay at Mar-a-Lago, it did not as it was widely reported and Trump too publicized it. MAGA supporters cheered after Freeland resigned as it was another blow to the Trudeau government and they credited Trump for delivering the blow as Donald Trump's tariff threat triggered the meltdown in the Trudeau government.
Tulsi Gabbard has been confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) of the United States, becoming the first Hindu to hold the position. Her appointment has garnered praise from the Hindu-American community, who celebrate her deep-rooted Hindu beliefs and journey. Gabbard’s spiritual upbringing and connections with various Hindu institutions are key facets of her identity.
​Confirmation vote: coming soon. Popcorn: mandatory. Obviously, the hearing launched a thousand memes including Pete Hegseth weathering snipes from Democrats and a few Indian jokes about Elizabeth Warren. Here are some of the best memes and jokes about the hearing:
Taliban envoy Suhail Shaheen warned US secretary of state Marco Rubio against making threats after Rubio suggested placing bounties on Taliban leaders for detaining Americans. This follows a recent prisoner swap under Biden's administration, freeing two Americans while others remain captive. Shaheen emphasized resolving issues through dialogue, citing Qatar's role in mediating such cases, including the release of Canadian David Lavery. The Taliban returned to power in 2021 after decades of... Expand
Luigi Mangione, suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, waived extradition in Pennsylvania and headed to New York straight after the hearing in Pennsylvania. Mangione's New York charges include first and second-degree murder and terrorism-related offences. Mangione replied with 'yes' and 'no' during the hearing. He said “yes†when his local attorney Thomas Dickey asked if he wanted to waive his extradition.
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak condemned the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists. The Resistance Front claimed responsibility. Global leaders like Donald Trump offered support to India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a security meeting. In response, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. The attack is the worst since the 2019 Pulwama bombing.
US President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, warning that he may not remain in power if a ceasefire with Russia is not achieved. Tensions peaked following a contentious White House meeting, resulting in the abandonment of a minerals deal.
Tens of thousands rallied against racism and the rise of far-right in France, with significant protests in Paris. Demonstrators expressed fears over reactionary ideologies and criticized government policies. Incidents of clashes and arrests occurred, highlighting concerns of increasing extremism and racist incidents.
Meta plans to lay off approximately 3,600 employees identified as low performers to raise performance standards. CEO Mark Zuckerberg confirmed the move, emphasizing extensive performance-based cuts. Affected employees will be notified by February 10. This follows previous waves of job cuts and policy shifts. Meta's shares fell after the announcement, reflecting investor concerns about the company's direction.
Munford High School in Tennessee shut down on Thursday after a staff member was discovered deceased in a classroom before school started. Authorities confirmed the incident was contained, ensuring there was no ongoing threat as the investigation continued. More details will follow.