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Breaking News
- The US and Russia have reached a deal to extend the New START nuclear arms treaty for five years, according to sources.
- The FBI has arrested a suspect in the murder of a 7-year-old girl in Oklahoma, who was found dead in a suitcase.
- The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case challenging the Biden administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for large employers.
Top Stories
- The omicron variant of COVID-19 has been detected in at least 20 countries, including the US, UK, and Canada.
- The US economy added 467,000 jobs in January, exceeding expectations, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- The US and China have agreed to hold high-level talks on trade and security issues, amid tensions over Taiwan and human rights.
Politics
- The House of Representatives has passed a bill to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour, which is expected to face opposition in the Senate.
- The Senate has confirmed President Biden's nominee for the Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson, to a lifetime appointment.
- The White House has announced plans to increase funding for the US Postal Service, amid concerns over mail delivery delays.
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has hit a record high, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies like Apple and Microsoft.
- The Federal Reserve has announced plans to keep interest rates low for the foreseeable future, amid concerns over inflation.
- The US Treasury Department has announced plans to issue a new $100 bill, featuring a portrait of abolitionist Harriet Tubman.
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced the nominees for the 94th Oscars, with "The Power of the Dog" and "Belfast" leading the pack.
- The Grammys have announced the nominees for the 64th annual awards, with Drake and Doja Cat leading the pack.
- The Super Bowl halftime show has announced its performers, with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Eminem set to take the stage.
Stay tuned for more updates throughout the day!