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Trump Announces Two-Year Closure of Trump–Kennedy Center for Major Renovation

By HarshitWASHINGTON, FEBRUARY 2, 2026 US President Donald Trump has announced plans to shut down the recently renamed Trump–Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, for approximately two years, citing the need for extensive renovations aimed at transforming the venue into what he described as a world-class cultural landmark. In a post on his Truth Social platform […]

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Djokovic Breaks Sinner’s Set Streak With Relentless Serving in Australian Open Quarterfinal

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By Harshit MELBOURNE, JAN. 30, 2026 — Novak Djokovic delivered a statement set under pressure at the Australian Open, snapping Jannik Sinner’s dominance and resetting their rivalry in a tense quarterfinal at Rod Laver Arena. After dropping the opening set 6-3, Djokovic surged back to take the second set 6-3, ending Sinner’s run of 10

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U.S. Corporations Rework Pricing Strategies as Consumers Push Back

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By Harshit NEW YORK, JANUARY 30 — After years of steadily rising prices, U.S. companies are encountering a clear shift in consumer behavior: resistance. In early 2026, businesses across retail, services, travel, and consumer goods are reworking pricing strategies as customers become more selective, more price-aware, and less willing to absorb incremental increases. This pushback

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Trump Weighs Major New Strike on Iran After Nuclear Talks Stall

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By HarshitWASHINGTON, JANUARY 29, 2026 President Donald Trump is weighing a significant new military strike on Iran after back-channel discussions aimed at limiting Tehran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs failed to make progress, according to people familiar with the matter. The renewed threat of force marks a sharp escalation in U.S.–Iran tensions and comes as

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Spurs Finish Strong to Beat Rockets 111–99, Take Series Lead in Western Conference Clash

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By Harshit HOUSTON, JAN. 29, 2026 — The San Antonio Spurs delivered a composed fourth-quarter performance to defeat the Houston Rockets 111–99 on Wednesday night at the Toyota Center, snapping Houston’s home momentum and taking a decisive edge in the season series. With the win, San Antonio improved to 31–15, strengthening its hold on second

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India Says U.S. Trade Deal Near Completion as New Delhi Seals Landmark Pact With EU

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By HarshitNEW DELHI, JANUARY 28, 2026 — A long-anticipated trade agreement between India and the United States is at a “very advanced stage,” according to India’s petroleum and natural gas minister, signaling potential momentum in negotiations that have been slowed by tariff disputes and geopolitical tensions. Speaking to CNBC on Tuesday, Hardeep Singh Puri said

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Sam Altman Breaks Corporate Silence, Says ICE Enforcement Has “Gone Too Far”

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By HarshitMINNEAPOLIS, JANUARY 28, 2026 — U.S. TECHNOLOGY & POLITICS OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has told employees that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s recent actions have crossed a line, becoming one of the most prominent technology executives to publicly criticize immigration enforcement tactics during President Donald Trump’s second term. In an internal Slack message to

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Jannik Sinner Weighs Pros and Cons as Novak Djokovic Reaches Australian Open Quarterfinals Without Playing

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By Harshit MELBOURNE, JAN. 28, 2026 — Defending Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner believes there are both advantages and risks for Novak Djokovic after the 24-time Grand Slam champion advanced to the quarterfinals without contesting his fourth-round match at the Australian Open. Djokovic moved directly into the last eight after Czech teenager Jakub Mensik withdrew

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Federal Judge Blocks Evidence Destruction as Scrutiny Grows Over Killing of ICU Nurse Alex Pretti

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By HarshitMINNEAPOLIS, JANUARY 26, 2026 A federal judge has issued an emergency order preventing federal agencies from destroying or altering evidence related to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, an intensive care unit nurse killed during an encounter with federal agents in Minneapolis over the weekend. The ruling comes as mounting political, legal, and public

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Gaethje Outlasts Pimblett in Five-Round War to Claim Interim Lightweight Title at UFC 324

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By Harshit LAS VEGAS, JAN. 25, 2026 — Justin Gaethje reclaimed UFC gold Saturday night, defeating Paddy Pimblett by unanimous decision in a brutal five-round main event at UFC 324 inside T-Mobile Arena. The victory earned Gaethje the interim UFC lightweight championship and capped the promotion’s first pay-per-view under its new $7.7 billion Paramount broadcast

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