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Gold medallist Switzerland's Franjo von Allmen poses on the podium after the men's downhill alpine skiing event at the Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio on Feb. 7, 2026.
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Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins the first gold medal at the men’s Downhill

The race was held on a Bormio course that has been called perhaps the most difficult since Alpine skiing made its Olympic debut 90 years ago today.

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Officials are investigating a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie

The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are "actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity."

Officials are investigating a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie

The FBI and Pima County Sheriff's Department are "actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity."
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DHS warned independent watchdog that Noem can kill investigations, senator says

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth said she fears "repeated tacit threats" could weaken the inspector general's independence.
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DHS warned independent watchdog that Noem can kill investigations, senator says

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth said she fears "repeated tacit threats" could weaken the inspector general's independence.
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and Sen. Tammy Duckworth.
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Trump says he won't apologize for racist post depicting the Obamas as apes

The White House had defended the post, saying it was "from an internet meme video." But it was taken down after backlash, including from Republicans.

Trump says he won't apologize for racist post depicting the Obamas as apes

The White House had defended the post, saying it was "from an internet meme video." But it was taken down after backlash, including from Republicans.
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White House says staffer 'erroneously' made racist post after facing criticism
White House says staffer 'erroneously' made racist post after facing criticism

Some Iranians rally behind the regime, but public anger runs deep after protest crackdown

While it's hard to gauge the regime's popularity, one analyst said "there is massive unrest" among large swaths of the population.

Some Iranians rally behind the regime, but public anger runs deep after protest crackdown

While it's hard to gauge the regime's popularity, one analyst said "there is massive unrest" among large swaths of the population.
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Japan's ultraconservative PM Sanae Takaichi set for a big election victory

Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party could win an outright majority, empowering the Trump-endorsed leader to boost defense.

Japan's ultraconservative PM Sanae Takaichi set for a big election victory

Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party could win an outright majority, empowering the Trump-endorsed leader to boost defense.
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How Seattle's Sam Darnold went from NFL castoff to Super Bowl QB

From "seeing ghosts" and a vicious meme to backup and free agent, Darnold is on the precipice of one of the NFL's great redemption arcs.

How Seattle's Sam Darnold went from NFL castoff to Super Bowl QB

From "seeing ghosts" and a vicious meme to backup and free agent, Darnold is on the precipice of one of the NFL's great redemption arcs.
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Ex-MLB player Yasiel Puig found guilty of obstruction and lying to federal officials

The verdict came after a multiweek trial that featured testimony from MLB officials. His lawyer said they plan to work to clear the athlete's name.
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Trump calls U.S. and Iran talks in Oman 'very good' and says there will be another meeting

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was also positive about the discussions, calling them "a good start."
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Islamic State affiliate claims suicide bombing that killed 31 at mosque in Pakistan

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The case was the first trial of more than 3,000 similar lawsuits against Uber that have been consolidated in U.S. federal court.
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Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons said it found "insufficient evidence" that the benefits of the surgery outweigh the risks.
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A bonobo tea party: Study shows humans aren't the only species that can pretend

Researchers offered a bonobo named Kanzi imaginary juice and grapes, presenting the tests as a kind of make-believe tea party. Kanzi could play along, they found.