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Reporter's Notebook: Super Bowl features two arch rivals squaring off - Coke and Pepsi

Reporter's Notebook: Super Bowl features two arch rivals squaring off - Coke and Pepsi Just a few hundred yards from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where the world’s most grand, single-day, annual sporting event will be played Sunday, smack dab In the heart of Coca-Cola Country, Pepsi planted its flag.

Cara Delevingne recreates Janet Jackson's 'iconic' topless cover in new fashion campaign

Cara Delevingne recreates Janet Jackson's 'iconic' topless cover in new fashion campaign Supermodel Cara Delevingne channeled a 90s-era Janet Jackson in a new spring 2019 campaign for French fashion company Balmain.

Frigid polar vortex temperatures freeze Iowa woman’s hair in place

Frigid polar vortex temperatures freeze Iowa woman’s hair in place Freezing temperatures in the Midwest this week caused one woman’s wet hair to do just that: Freeze.

The Daily Spike: One year down, but so many more lessons to learn

The Daily Spike: One year down, but so many more lessons to learn Holy moly, Spike is 1 year old.

'Frozen pants' challenge has people freezing their jeans, posing them upright in the snow

'Frozen pants' challenge has people freezing their jeans, posing them upright in the snow "When [the cold] lasts a couple days you can go stir crazy, so your mind thinks of things to do.”

'Happiest dog' born with unusual condition has only half a spine

'Happiest dog' born with unusual condition has only half a spine A pooch born with half a spine is just one of 30 dogs in the world living with the condition.

'Exercising together': Researchers launch new study for couples coping with cancer

'Exercising together': Researchers launch new study for couples coping with cancer Oregon Health Sciences University examines not only the physical benefits of exercise for cancer survivors but the emotional impact it has on their relationships.

Too much toothpaste? Young kids are overusing, CDC says

Too much toothpaste? Young kids are overusing, CDC says Young children are using too much toothpaste, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study released this week found. 

California boy uses sled to yank out tooth

California boy uses sled to yank out tooth A California boy used his sled to yank out his loose tooth.

Woman with massive tumors on legs faces incurable disorder

Woman with massive tumors on legs faces incurable disorder A Brazilian woman who developed massive tumors on her legs caused by a rare genetic disorder has already undergone several surgeries to remove the growths but said it has damaged her relationships and even caused her to lose her job. Karina Rodini said the disease, neurofibromatosis, first started with darkened marks on her legs at age 2.

New mom had no idea she was having twins until doctors saw a second head coming out

New mom had no idea she was having twins until doctors saw a second head coming out A first-time mom from Michigan reportedly didn't know she was having twins until doctors spotted a second head.

New tech helps police find people at risk of wandering

New tech helps police find people at risk of wandering Police in California use radio frequency transmitter devices to track participants at risk of wandering, such as people with Alzheimer's or autism who might not be able to find their way back home, or communicate who they are or a need for help.

Woman suffering from massive tumors on legs facing incurable disorder

Woman suffering from massive tumors on legs facing incurable disorder A Brazilian woman who developed massive tumors on her legs caused by a rare genetic disorder has already undergone several surgeries to remove the growths but said it has damaged her relationships and even caused her to lose her job.

Northwest measles outbreak prompts look at vaccine exemptions

Northwest measles outbreak prompts look at vaccine exemptions A measles outbreak near Portland, Oregon, has revived a bitter debate over so-called "philosophical" exemptions to childhood vaccinations as public health officials across the Pacific Northwest scramble to limit the fallout.

Massachusetts boy, 12, dies of flu-related illness, officials say

Massachusetts boy, 12, dies of flu-related illness, officials say Massachusetts health officials have confirmed the state’s first pediatric flu death of the season, with others identifying the victim as 12-year-old Aaron Zenus, a seventh-grade middle school student in Milford.

Publix recalls deli popcorn chicken over 'foreign material' concerns

Publix recalls deli popcorn chicken over 'foreign material' concerns A popular grocery chain has issued a recall for its deli popcorn chicken over concerns that it may be contaminated with “foreign material.”

Sunrise From Columbia

On Jan. 22, 2003, the crew of Space Shuttle Columbia captured this sunrise from the crew cabin during Flight Day 7. from NASA https://go.nasa.gov/2Ggd9BM

One guard dead, five hurt in attack as Iran holds anniversary

One member of Iran's Revolutionary Guards was killed and five were wounded in an attack on a base in southeastern Iran on Saturday, Iranian media reported, as the country holds official celebrations on the 40th anniversary of its Islamic Revolution. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2Gi9JOW

Schumer aide was forced out over 'inappropriate encounters' with staffers

Schumer aide was forced out over 'inappropriate encounters' with staffers The communications director for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., was forced out of his role after the November midterm elections over “inappropriate encounters” with staffers, Fox News has learned.

Gillibrand talks 'common ground' but says Trump makes her 'angry,' rejects idea of bipartisan Cabinet

Gillibrand talks 'common ground' but says Trump makes her 'angry,' rejects idea of bipartisan Cabinet In her first visit to New Hampshire since launching an exploratory committee for a possible run for the Democratic Party's 2020 presidential nomination, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand targeted President Trump, vowed to fight for a progressive agenda, and touted her bipartisan chops.

Virginia Gov. Northam under fire for racist yearbook photo, controversial abortion comments

Virginia Gov. Northam under fire for racist yearbook photo, controversial abortion comments Many calling for Ralph Northam's resignation; reaction from Fox News contributors Jehmu Greene and Doug Schoen.

Virginia abortion bill’s co-sponsor postpones town hall event over 'safety concerns'

Virginia abortion bill’s co-sponsor postpones town hall event over 'safety concerns' A town hall meeting scheduled for Saturday, featuring the Virginia state delegate who co-sponsored the state’s controversial late-term abortion bill, has been postponed over “security and safety concerns.”

Ingraham: Trump forces the Dems and media to show their real cards

Ingraham: Trump forces the Dems and media to show their real cards January jobs report shows the economy is booming under Trump despite the government shutdown.

Kurtz: Democrats can't give Northam a pass without being hypocritical

Kurtz: Democrats can't give Northam a pass without being hypocritical Virginia Gov. Northam under fire for racist yearbook photo; reaction from 'MediaBuzz' host Howard Kurtz and former U.S. attorney Joe DiGenova.

Trump on border wall standoff: Democrats doing a disservice to this country

Trump on border wall standoff: Democrats doing a disservice to this country Pelosi, Schumer refuse to compromise on border security; reaction from North Carolina Rep. Mark Meadows and Fox News legal analyst Gregg Jarrett.

Elizabeth Warren calls out billionaire 'freeloaders', apologizes to Cherokee nation

Elizabeth Warren calls out billionaire 'freeloaders', apologizes to Cherokee nation Sen. Warren introduces 'ultra-millionaire' tax and apologizes for her DNA test ; David Spunt reports.

Roger Stone: FBI raid was intended to prejudice jury

Roger Stone: FBI raid was intended to prejudice jury Former Trump aide Roger Stone talks about the FBI raid on his home and other details about his arrest on 'Tucker Carlson Tonight.'

Tucker: 'Good chance' Trump will order national emergency for border wall

Tucker: 'Good chance' Trump will order national emergency for border wall American presidents have declared no fewer than 58 national emergencies.

How to Deduct Student Loan Interest on your Taxes (1098-E)

Student loans, interest payments, and taxes: three things that have scared many people for years now. Read on to learn how these things can benefit you. If you made federal student loan payments in 2018, you may be eligible to deduct a portion of the interest paid on your 2018 federal tax return. This is Continue Reading from ED News http://bit.ly/2G0PdTB

Iran unveils long-range cruise missile on anniversary of revolution

Iran unveiled a new cruise missile with a range of 1,300 km (800 miles) on Saturday, state television reported, as the Middle Eastern country displays its achievements during celebrations marking the 40th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2GknHjd

One killed, five wounded in attack in southeast Iran: state TV

One person was killed and five wounded in an attack on a paramilitary Basij base in southeastern Iran, state television reported on Saturday. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2TtrdLV

Erik Prince had 'no knowledge' of training agreement in China's Xinjiang: spokesman

(Corrects value of investment to 40 million yuan from 4 million yuan in paragraph 13 of this Feb. 1 story.) from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2Gk7fjj

Part of eastern Australia hit by once-in-a-century floods, braces for more rain

Once-in-a-century flooding in part of the eastern Australian state of Queensland looks set to worsen as the nation's weather bureau on Saturday warned of more heavy rain in the area. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2TrHQb7

Venezuela opposition rally to keep up pressure on Maduro

Venezuela's opposition supporters will hold rallies across the country on Saturday to show backing for self-proclaimed president Juan Guaido and to protest against the increasingly isolated socialist leader Nicolas Maduro. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2SkAmcr