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SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from two coasts in two days

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 25 Starlink satellites lifted off from California on Jan. 29, 2026. The company repeated the feat the next day with 29 satellites from Florida.

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Waymo hits child near California elementary school in latest mishap involving self-driving taxis

The child had run into the street behind a double-parked SUV before getting struck, according to federal regulators

The Independent UK

FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made during Trump's first cabinet meeting of 2026

President Donald Trump has held his first cabinet meeting of 2026, focusing on the economy, housing, energy, health initiatives and drug prices

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Seagoing albatross makes rare appearance off California coast, startling researchers

Scientists on a research vessel off the California coast are marveling at a rare find — a waved albatross was spotted soaring over the Pacific

The Independent UK

US regulators open inquiry into Waymo self-driving car that struck child in California

Federal transportation regulator to investigate after child in Santa Monica sustained minor injuries from incident

The Guardian - US

What Size Bed Should You Get? The Ultimate Guide to Mattress Sizes and Dimensions

Find the best bed size for you in our mattress dimension guide.

Fortune

California urges Supreme Court to allow new congressional map

California officials told the Supreme Court on Thursday the state should be able to use its new congressional map in this fall's elections.

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Bear poop is the surprise ingredient in this new beer for the Super Bowl

The new beer will be available February 8 at the Super Bowl Players Tailgate in Santa Clara, California

The Independent UK

Medicaid Eligibility Reviews Are Unlocking Coverage for New Applicants

For the last two years, the news about Medicaid has been dominated by the “Unwinding”—the massive purging of rolls that removed millions of Americans from...

Saving Advice

Are California’s Billionaires Crying Wolf?

Uber-rich say they’ll flee if wealth tax proposal passes. History suggests otherwise.

Capital & Main

Sergey Brin makes his biggest donation ever to tackle California’s housing crisis, weeks after moving to the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe

Weeks ago, the Google cofounder moved to a $42 million mansion on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. But he’s concerned about housing across the border.

Fortune

Matt Mahan, mayor of San Jose, announces run for governor of California

The former tech entrepreneur joins a sprawling but stagnant field to succeed Gavin Newsom

The Guardian - US

Is Walmart closing hundreds of stores in California? Newsom reacts to Trump’s late-night Truth Social barrage

In a late‑night social media blitz, US President Donald Trump posted 56 times on Truth Social within the span of just one hour, including multiple claims about California and Governor Gavin Newsom.

The Times of India

California billionaires’ revolt over a wealth tax is ‘nonsense,’ architect says: A 1% annual tax won’t doom anyone’s business

UC Berkeley professor Brian Galle told Fortune he’s an “enthusiastic capitalist” and his tax ideas have nothing to do with harming the U.S. economy.

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The Independent UK

Official fears that this California airport could be the site of the next midair collision

‘People are raising red flags,’ the chair of the NTSB said. ‘Why aren’t people listening?’

The Mary Sue

Woman tries to enlist Mickey’s help at Disneyland for gender reveal. Things don’t go as planned: ‘Yeah that employee lied’

A couple wanted Mickey Mouse’s help with their gender reveal. However, a cast member stopped the process and told them that Disney characters were not allowed to participate. Confused and blindsided, the couple took to TikTok to post their strange encounter with Disney employees while visiting Disneyland in Anaheim, California.

The Times of India

California university professor warns H-1B freeze will harm higher education, shares list of global scholars from Texas university

A California professor criticizes Texas' H-1B visa freeze, arguing it jeopardizes higher education's global competitiveness. He highlights renowned foreign-born scholars at UT Austin, emphasizing international talent's crucial role in research and academic excellence. Restricting these pathways, he warns, could significantly weaken US universities' long-term capacity and standing.

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California toddler falls out of moving SUV. Mother arrested after shocking video goes viral

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ICE agents expected to be deployed for Super Bowl in California, officials say

Local officials confirmed that ICE will conduct immigration operations during 8 February game in Santa Clara

Homes & Gardens

Anne Hathaway’s Two Homes: One Maximalist, One Minimalist – Here’s How She Makes Both Work

It's easy to feel typecast into one design category, but the actress's California and New York projects prove you don't need to be defined by a single aesthetic

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If You Want To See Something New And Quirky In The USA, This Online Group Has You Covered (88 Pics)

An itinerary can help you save time and money on your travels, but it can’t replace the thrill of discovering things on your own. These pictures, on the other hand, show what you can find if you just dare to look aside. From giant statues to the most miniature of…

TechRadar

TikTok is suppressing ‘content critical of President Trump’ in the US, California governor claims – as investigation looks into whether it 'violates' state law

California Governor Gavin Newsom is launching a review of TikTok's potential violations after more users are reporting anti-Trump censorship.

International Business Times UK

Elderly Man Stabbed After Making Eye Contact on California Trail — Random Attack Sparks Safety Fears

An elderly man was stabbed on a California trail after making eye contact with a stranger. The attacker has been sentenced to eight years in prison.

Metal Hammer

“I wouldn’t say I’m an alcoholic – but then, you know, alcoholics say they’re not alcoholics”: The chaotic and confusing story of Metallica’s abandoned album

In 2001, Metallica hired an old army barracks in California to try and record album eight. The songs were scrapped when James Hetfield entered rehab, but many fans still want to hear them finished.

International Business Times UK

Is Your FYP Being Filtered? California Probes TikTok for Allegedly Hiding Trump Criticism

TikTok is under fire as California Governor Gavin Newsom launches an investigation into claims the app is hiding anti-Trump content.

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