CBS News plans to reduce its workforce by at least 15% following changes led by Bari Weiss, according to a report.
CBS News is reportedly preparing to reduce its workforce by at least 15% as part of upcoming layoffs expected this spring. The cuts in Bari Weiss’ news division are linked to a significant restructuring effort by parent company Paramount Skydance aimed at trimming costs. Reports indicate that the layoffs could commence as soon as March, […]
Security forces in Iran killed 19 Christians during protests across the country, according to a report.
Reports indicate that security forces in Iran have killed at least 19 Christians amid protests against the Islamic Republic’s governance, as stated by Article 18, an organization focused on religious freedom. On February 9, this group shared that these fatalities included Christians from both recognized communities, like Armenians and Assyrians, and unrecognized convert groups. The […]
Stock Market Update: Stocks Rise Slightly After Mild Inflation Report; Tech Decline Eases
Applied Materials Soars as AI Chips Drive Profit Growth February 13, 2026 11:35 AM EST Shares of Applied Materials (AMAT) climbed 9% on Friday after the semiconductor equipment manufacturer reported a significant increase in profits for the last quarter, driven by strong demand for advanced chips. In its first-quarter fiscal results for 2026, the company […]
CPI report, AI market decline, EPA changes and more in Morning Squawk
Morning Update Happy Friday! Remember that Ring Super Bowl ad featuring a lost dog? Well, it seems it didn’t exactly make a significant impact. Amazon, which owns the doorbell company, was hoping for better results. This morning, stock futures dipped, pulling down the averages for all three major indices into the negative. Here are five […]
Trump considers reducing steel and aluminum tariffs as midterm elections approach, according to a report.
President Donald Trump seems to be getting ready to reduce some of the steel and aluminum tariffs, as rising costs are troubling voters with the midterm elections approaching in November. Last summer, he imposed tariffs as high as 50% on steel and aluminum imports, and later extended these tariffs to related products, like washing machines […]
Gold prices fall 3% after strong US job report
Gold prices dropped below the $5,000-an-ounce mark again on Thursday, following new economic data from the U.S. that strengthened the belief the Federal Reserve won’t be cutting interest rates in the near future. Spot prices decreased by 4% to $4,880 an ounce before bouncing back somewhat. By midday, gold was trading above $4,900, representing an […]
Friendship over French fries leads to gunshot injury, police report
Shooting Incident Over Fries in Fort Worth Authorities in Fort Worth reported that a dispute between two friends regarding shared fries escalated dramatically, resulting in one shooting the other in the head. The altercation took place on January 28 around 6:30 p.m. at an apartment complex located near the 9500 block of Jeremiah Drive, prompting […]
Children Encouraged to Report Crime in Los Angeles with Free Disneyland Tickets
30-Day Challenge for Kids in Los Angeles In Los Angeles, California, kids have the opportunity to earn Disneyland tickets through a 30-day challenge aimed at tackling crime in their neighborhoods. The “ECMS Community Improvement Challenge” kicks off on Valentine’s Day. The child who reports the highest number of crimes will receive two complimentary tickets to […]
IRS disclosed tax information about almost 50,000 individuals to DHS officials, suggesting a possible breach of legal safeguards, according to a report.
Recent court documents reveal that the IRS disclosed private taxpayer information, pertaining to around 50,000 individuals, to officials at the DHS. This action was purportedly taken in connection with the Trump administration’s extensive deportation campaign, which raises questions about legal compliance. In a court filing made public on Wednesday, the Internal Revenue Service acknowledged that […]
Overreaching New York judge assisted Democratic associate, berated district attorney during racial outburst, according to report
Judicial Misconduct in Westchester County A judge from Westchester County has been accused of misusing her position to favor friends and disrupt proceedings. A recent misconduct report indicates that Mount Vernon City Judge Nichelle Johnson was formally censured by the state Judiciary Commission due to strange behaviors that demonstrated a significant abuse of power. This […]