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Turkey to maintain tight monetary policy and fiscal discipline, vice president says

Turkey to maintain tight monetary policy and fiscal discipline, vice president says

ANKARA, Feb 7 (Reuters) - Turkey will maintain its tight monetary policy and keep fiscal discipline in order to further lower inflation, Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz said on Saturday.

Olympics-Alpine skiing-Johnson fastest, Vonn third in interrupted final training

Olympics-Alpine skiing-Johnson fastest, Vonn third in interrupted final training

(corrects day to Saturday in first paragraph) By Alan Baldwin CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy, Feb 7 (Reuters) - World champion Breezy Johnson led a weather-interrupted final training for the women's Olympic downhill on Saturday but injured U.S. teammate and comeback queen Lindsey Vonn was again the talk

Olympics-Cross-country-Karlsson leads Sweden 1-2 in women's skiathlon

Olympics-Cross-country-Karlsson leads Sweden 1-2 in women's skiathlon

By Liz Hampton and Tommy Lund TESERO, Italy, Feb 7 (Reuters) - Sweden dominated the women’s skiathlon in the first cross-country skiing race of the Milano Cortina Games, as Frida Karlsson took gold and compatriot Ebba Andersson clinched the silver medal on Saturday.

Barcelona is the latest top soccer team to abandon European Super League project

Barcelona is the latest top soccer team to abandon European Super League project

Barcelona has become the latest soccer club to cut ties with a proposed breakaway European Super League

Myles Garrett, Carson Schwesinger: Browns foundation is on defense

Myles Garrett, Carson Schwesinger: Browns foundation is on defense

These Cleveland Browns’ defensive players were awarded at this year’s NFL Honors, setting the team’s foundation

UK Government Expects Aspirin Supply to Stabilize Amid Recent Shortages

UK Government Expects Aspirin Supply to Stabilize Amid Recent Shortages

The UK government, through Health Minister Zubir Ahmed, has announced that aspirin supplies are expected to stabilize in the coming weeks. This follows recent shortages that have affected pharmacies across the country, with 86% of surveyed pharmacies reporting an inability to supply aspirin to patients. The shortages led to aspirin being added to the government's list of medicines that cannot be exported or hoarded. The NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service had previously reported shortages of aspirin 75mg dispersible tablets, but production has since been increased to meet demand. The government is working with supply chain partners to ensure maximum accessibility of aspirin in pharmacies and hospitals.

Immigration Crackdown Impacts International Artists' Visits to the U.S.

Immigration Crackdown Impacts International Artists' Visits to the U.S.

Recent immigration enforcement measures have significantly affected international artists attempting to visit the United States. A Czech clarinetist was detained for six hours at the border, highlighting the challenges faced by artists due to stringent immigration policies. Additionally, a Colombian muralist's artwork reached Iowa, but she was unable to accompany it due to visa issues. These incidents were discussed on Iowa Public Radio's 'River to River' program, which explored the broader implications of current immigration enforcement on cultural exchanges. The program also covered legislative updates, including proposals to end vaccine requirements and expand bans on LGBTQ+ materials in schools, as well as potential school closures in the Cedar Rapids district.

Investigators Conduct Follow-Up at Nancy Guthrie's Home Amid Abduction Concerns

Investigators Conduct Follow-Up at Nancy Guthrie's Home Amid Abduction Concerns

Investigators are actively pursuing a new lead in the case of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, who is potentially involved in an abduction scenario. The investigation has intensified following the discovery of a new message that could provide crucial information about her whereabouts. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has reported on the developments, with insights from Kirk Burkhalter, a former NYPD detective. The case has drawn significant attention due to the high-profile nature of the individuals involved and the mysterious circumstances surrounding the potential abduction.

Who wins the possession battle for the Celtics?

Who wins the possession battle for the Celtics?

As efficiency flattens across the league, the Celtics are winning through extra possessions, and Hugo Gonzalez is leading the way.

Comment Thread: Dortmund Face Struggling Wolfsburg

Comment Thread: Dortmund Face Struggling Wolfsburg

When: 9:30 AM EST Where: Volkswagen Arena, Wolfsburg, Germany How: ESPN Select (US), Sky Sport Bundesliga 1 (Germany). Everywhere else here. Here are the rules:

Browns Todd Monken hire: Process, outcome grades

Browns Todd Monken hire: Process, outcome grades

The Cleveland Browns hired HC Todd Monken with a process that was concerning but an outcome that has upside grade

Texas Father Fights to Prevent Daughter's 12-Year Sentence in Panama Over Gun Incident

Texas Father Fights to Prevent Daughter's 12-Year Sentence in Panama Over Gun Incident

A retired Dallas police officer is actively working to prevent his daughter from serving a 12-year mandatory sentence in Panama. The situation arose after authorities discovered a loaded gun in her checked luggage, which the father claims was packed by mistake and belonged to her husband. The daughter, who spent 23 days in prison, is currently under house arrest. Despite the circumstances, Panamanian prosecutors have offered a plea deal that still includes the full sentence. The father is seeking federal assistance but is largely fighting this legal battle on his own to bring his daughter back to the United States.

MIT Researchers Reveal Early Oxygen Use by Life Forms Predating Great Oxidation Event

MIT Researchers Reveal Early Oxygen Use by Life Forms Predating Great Oxidation Event

A study conducted by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has uncovered evidence suggesting that aerobic respiration began hundreds of millions of years before the Great Oxidation Event (GOE). This pivotal period, which occurred around 2.3 billion years ago, marked the first significant accumulation of oxygen in Earth's atmosphere. The research team traced the evolutionary origins of a key enzyme that enables organisms to utilize oxygen, finding that it evolved during the Mesoarchean era, predating the GOE by several hundred million years. This enzyme, found in most aerobic life forms today, may have allowed early organisms to consume oxygen produced by cyanobacteria, delaying its atmospheric accumulation.

States Challenge President Trump's Energy Emergency Declaration Over Environmental Concerns

States Challenge President Trump's Energy Emergency Declaration Over Environmental Concerns

Sixteen states, including Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona, are expanding their legal challenge against President Trump's national 'energy emergency' declaration. The executive order, issued on Trump's first day in office, aims to accelerate fossil fuel development by using emergency rules. The states argue that there is no legitimate emergency under the National Emergencies Act and that the order bypasses crucial environmental laws like the National Environmental Policy Act and the Endangered Species Act. The lawsuit contends that the Department of the Interior's expedited permitting process for various energy sources violates statutory requirements. Critics claim that the emergency rules are typically reserved for disaster recovery, not energy development.

NASA Selects EDGE Satellite Mission for Enhanced Earth Observation

NASA Selects EDGE Satellite Mission for Enhanced Earth Observation

NASA has selected the Earth Dynamics Geodetic Explorer (EDGE) mission as part of its Earth System Explorers program. Led by the University of California San Diego, this mission aims to improve understanding of Earth's systems and enhance capabilities to predict environmental events and mitigate disasters. The EDGE mission will utilize advanced laser altimetry technology to provide high-resolution, three-dimensional observations of terrestrial ecosystems, ice sheets, and sea ice. The mission is expected to offer unprecedented detail in mapping Earth's surface, aiding in national security, global transportation, and environmental policy-making. The mission is set for a NASA confirmation review in 2027, with a potential launch no earlier than 2030.

Ex-FBI Agent Suggests Potential Suspects in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance

Ex-FBI Agent Suggests Potential Suspects in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance

Gregory Vecchi, a retired FBI special agent, has expressed skepticism about the lack of identified suspects in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy Guthrie, 84, went missing from her home in Tucson, Arizona, and her case has garnered national attention. Despite the absence of publicly named suspects, Vecchi believes law enforcement may have potential persons of interest but are withholding information for operational security reasons. The Pima County Sheriff's Department, along with the FBI, is treating the case as a criminal investigation. A ransom note was reportedly sent to a local news station, and authorities have emphasized the urgency of the situation due to Nancy's need for daily medication.

Analilia Mejia Leads in Tight New Jersey Primary, Outcome Still Uncertain

Analilia Mejia Leads in Tight New Jersey Primary, Outcome Still Uncertain

In a closely contested Democratic primary for New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, Analilia Mejia, a progressive labor activist, holds a narrow lead over former Representative Tom Malinowski. The primary is part of a special election to fill the House seat vacated by Mikie Sherrill, who became the state's governor. Mejia, who has a background in community organizing and previously worked on Senator Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential campaign, has gained significant support despite entering the race late and raising less campaign funding than Malinowski. As of Friday afternoon, Mejia was leading by a few hundred votes, with mail-in ballots still being counted. The final results may not be known until next week, as ballots postmarked by election day can be received up to five days later.

Trump turns to US military leaders for diplomatic efforts on Iran and Ukraine

Trump turns to US military leaders for diplomatic efforts on Iran and Ukraine

President Donald Trump has taken an unusual step of turning to military leaders for high-level diplomacy

Baylor College of Medicine Uncovers Mechanism Behind Triple Negative Breast Cancer Metastasis

Baylor College of Medicine Uncovers Mechanism Behind Triple Negative Breast Cancer Metastasis

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have identified a mechanism that allows triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells to metastasize more effectively. The study, published in Nature Communications, reveals that TNBC cells use a component of the extracellular matrix, hyaluronan (HA), to form stable clusters. These clusters are more likely to survive in the bloodstream and seed new tumors in other parts of the body. The research highlights that TNBC cells produce large amounts of HA, which acts as a 'sticky coat' enabling cell-cell interactions even in the absence of typical adhesion molecules. This discovery opens up potential avenues for developing treatments aimed at preventing or reducing metastasis by targeting the HA and CD44 interaction.

Maryland Students Protest ICE Operations with School Walkouts

Maryland Students Protest ICE Operations with School Walkouts

Hundreds of students from various high schools in Maryland participated in walkouts to protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. The protests were organized to voice opposition to ICE's activities both locally and nationwide. Students left their classrooms to demonstrate their stance on immigration policies and the impact of ICE operations on their communities. The walkouts are part of a broader movement among young people advocating for changes in immigration enforcement and policies that they perceive as unjust.