Sanremo • 08:03
Andrea Pucci withdraws from Sanremo 2026 co-hosting role after backlash
The Milan-based comedian stepped down from hosting the festival's third evening following online criticism and accusations of homophobia and far-right positions.
Business • 06:23
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns days after mass layoffs
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attacked demonstrators following Saturday clashes near the Winter Olympics in Milan, also citing railway sabotage.
Music • 06:23
Bad Bunny walks back comment that fans should learn Spanish before Super Bowl performance
The Puerto Rican artist reversed his October remarks, saying viewers need not learn Spanish to enjoy Sunday's halftime show at Levi's Stadium.
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Trump attacks U.S. Olympic skier Hunter Hess over remarks on representing America
President Donald Trump criticized freestyle skier Hunter Hess after the athlete expressed conflicted feelings about representing the United States at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
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World
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Feb/06
Suicide bombing at Shiite mosque in Islamabad kills at least 31 people
A blast during Friday prayers at a mosque in Pakistan's capital wounded 169 others. Police are investigating the attack.
Football
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Feb/06
Saudi Pro League warns Cristiano Ronaldo no player determines decisions beyond their club
The league issued a statement after Ronaldo skipped Al Nassr's match, citing disputes over transfer strategy and the Public Investment Fund's control.
New York
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Feb/06
13 nurses arrested during strike against three New York hospitals on 25th day
Striking nurses were arrested Thursday after blocking a midtown Manhattan building where hospital lobbyists are located, according to police and the New York State Nurses Association.
Politics
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Feb/06
Trump shares video depicting Obama couple as primates on Truth Social
President Donald Trump posted a video on his Truth Social platform containing AI-generated imagery showing Barack and Michelle Obama with primate bodies, sparking condemnation from Democrats.
Italy
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Feb/06
Italian police officer fired for Temptation Island appearance without authorization
Police chief Vittorio Pisani dismissed an officer who participated in the reality show without permission, but a court has suspended the firing pending review.
Music
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Feb/06
Bad Bunny to perform first all-Spanish Super Bowl halftime show Sunday
The Puerto Rican reggaeton star will make history with an entirely Spanish-language performance at the 60-year-old game, amid heightened political tensions.
Politics
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Feb/06
Trump endorses Japan's PM Takaichi ahead of Sunday election, plans March White House visit
U.S. President Donald Trump gave his "complete and total endorsement" to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi days before her country's general election, announcing a March 19 White House meeting.
Football
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Feb/05
Seahawks expect Nick Emmanwori to play in Super Bowl despite ankle injury
Seattle rookie defensive back Nick Emmanwori suffered a low-ankle sprain Wednesday but head coach Mike Macdonald said he is expected to play Sunday.
Italy
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Feb/05
Fabrizio Corona files complaint against Mediaset for alleged extortion
Corona's lawyer says Mediaset sent letters to venue operators warning them about guest conduct, targeting the former paparazzi agent without naming him directly.
Entertainment
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Feb/05
Amazon pulls Melania documentary from Oregon theater over marquee marketing
Amazon withdrew screenings of its Brett Ratner-directed Melania Trump documentary from a Lake Oswego, Oregon cinema after objecting to the theater's promotional messaging on its marquee.
Italy
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Feb/05
Mattarella visits Milan Olympic Village ahead of 2026 Winter Games
Italy's president met with athletes, signed the Olympic Truce mural, and shared lunch with the Italian team on the eve of the Games.
Entertainment
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Feb/05
Britney Spears says she is lucky to be alive after family treatment, expresses fear
The 44-year-old pop star posted on Instagram Wednesday about family isolation and exclusion, stating she feels fortunate to have survived their actions.