Alysa Liu delivered a near-flawless Olympic free skate Thursday night, earning the U.S. its first women’s figure skating gold medal in 24 years.
Month: February 2026
Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks Live Score and Stats
Get real-time NBA Basketball coverage and scores as Detroit Pistons takes on New York Knicks. We bring you the latest game previews, live stats, expert picks and recaps on CBSSports.com
Olympian Eileen Gu says she feels like a ‘punching bag’ amid backlash for competing with China over US
American-born Team China skier Eileen Gu responded to the global criticism she has received during the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
She’s a superstar Olympian – and she’s done staying silent about vitriol
Freestyle skier Eileen Gu is speaking out about facing ‘vitriol’ over her decision to compete for China instead of the United States.
Amazon’s latest round of sweeping layoffs hit hundreds in New York
Amazon’s latest round of brutal layoffs included several hundred employees in New York, The Post has learned.
What Mamdani’s proposed 9.5% property tax increase could mean for New Yorkers — even renters
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said the city is facing a dire budget crisis, but his proposed fix is causing an uproar.
China’s latest AI is so good it’s spooked Hollywood. Will its tech sector pump the brakes?
Over the past week, a slew of cinematic videos of celebrities and characters in absurd situations have gone viral online, with one commonality –– they were created using a new artificial intelligence tool from Chinese developer ByteDance, sparking anxiety over the fast-evolving capabilities of AI.
Hochul and Mamdani should take this ‘heresy’ and run with it
With Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s support, Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing to ease New York’s environmental-review law to make it faster and cheaper to build housing and public works in the Empire State.
Dog poop data reveals New York City’s crappiest block
Sanitation officials floated deploying mobile cameras to catch scofflaw dog owners.
StubHub launches ‘Access: New York’ fund to send youth across New York state to professional sporting events, concerts, and theater
StubHub, one of the world’s largest ticket marketplaces, today announced the launch of StubHub Access: New York, a new initiative committing $100,000 to
First Alert Weather: Rain, icy mix in store for Tri-State Area
Scott Padgett has the Tri-State Area’s updated Thursday evening First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York. For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@…
Hundreds of NYC roles reportedly included in Amazon’s job reduction plan
Amazon layoffs in New York are reportedly part of CEO Andy Jassy’s sweeping 16,000-job restructuring effort to reduce layers and remove bureaucracy while investing in artificial intelligence.
Families of 6 ‘supermoms’ killed in Tahoe avalanche break silence
Carrie Atkin, Kate Morse, Danielle Keatley, Caroline Sekar, Kate Vitt and Liz Claubaugh all died Tuesday in the tragic event, and their loved ones united to release a statement Thursday.
New York governor pulls robotaxi expansion proposal for cities outside Big Apple
Kathy Hochul backed away from allowing robotaxi services in smaller cities, though Waymo still plans to move ahead in New York City
2 teens charged in connection with TikTok stunt gone wrong that left 16-year-old trapped inside shaft of NYC bridge
Two teens have been charged in connection with a foolish TikTok stunt that caused a 16-year-old Long Island boy to plummet 50 feet into a shaft at the Queensboro Bridge, according to authorities.
Trump gives Iran 10 days to deal, touts affordability win in midterm campaign event
President Trump says Iran has 10 days to make a deal or “bad things will happen.” Some say a decision to strike could come even sooner. The President…
Saudi Arabia may have uranium enrichment under proposed deal with US, arms control experts warn
Saudi Arabia could have some form of uranium enrichment within the kingdom under a proposed nuclear deal with the United States.
Nurses, NY-Presbyterian reach tentative deal, ending 6-week strike
Striking nurses could return to work as early as next week if members of the New York State Nurses Association ratify the new contract this weekend.
AMC Theatres Won’t Screen AI Short Film ‘Thanksgiving Day’ That Sparked Online Outrage
AMC Theatres has opted out of screening the AI-generated short “Thanksgiving Day,” which won a film festival contest whose prize involved showcasing the winner at cinemas across the U.S.
Global wheat supplies may tighten in 2026/27, IGC says
Anticipations for the 2026/27 agricultural season underscore a tightening in global wheat availability alongside a potential slump in corn production. This projection emerges from initial analyses highlighting diminished harvest prospects amid increasing consumption demands.
U.S. and world news for Feb. 19
Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Britain’s former Prince Andrew, was arrested today on suspicion of misconduct in public
Oil extends gains on US-Iran tensions, stocks retreat
Oil prices rose to multi-month highs while global stocks mostly retreated as markets weighed sharpening rhetoric from President Donald Trump on Iran suggesting a military strike was more likely.
National and International News in Focus
The victims of a deadly avalanche in California’s Sierra Nevada include a group connected to a skiing academy near Lake Tahoe.
Meloni hits back at Macron in spat over killing of French far-right activist
The death of Quentin Deranque has triggered another round of Franco-Italian fighting.
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists
Feb. 13 – 19, 2026
Who Powers India’s AI?
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 just wrapped up in New Delhi — and the numbers are staggering. $250 billion in investment commitments.
Global wheat supplies may tighten in 2026/27, IGC says
Anticipations for the 2026/27 agricultural season underscore a tightening in global wheat availability alongside a potential slump in corn production. This projection emerges from initial analyses highlighting diminished harvest prospects amid increasing consumption demands.
More than 1,000 Kenyans lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine war, report says
Intelligence findings given to parliament say ‘rogue’ agencies and individuals recruiting Kenyan nationals to frontline
Intelligence report says 1,000 Kenyans were recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine
A new Kenyan intelligence report says 1,000 Kenyans have been recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine.
U.S. and world news for Feb. 19
Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Britain’s former Prince Andrew, was arrested today on suspicion of misconduct in public
Oil prices jump and gold hits $5,000 as tensions ramp up between Iran and the US
Oil prices jumped Thursday to their highest level in nearly seven months and investors snapped up safe havens like gold, as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to
National and International News in Focus
The victims of a deadly avalanche in California’s Sierra Nevada include a group connected to a skiing academy near Lake Tahoe.
UK pubs to stay open late if home nations reach World Cup knockouts
UK pubs will be allowed to stay open until 2:00 am if home nation teams reach the knockout stages of the football World Cup, the government said Thursday.
Meloni hits back at Macron in spat over killing of French far-right activist
The death of Quentin Deranque has triggered another round of Franco-Italian fighting.
An ‘astonishingly’ large new dinosaur species has been discovered in the Sahara
This school-bus-sized predator was so unusual that scientists didn’t recognise it at first
Oil extends gains on US-Iran tensions, stocks retreat
Oil prices rose to multi-month highs while global stocks mostly retreated as markets weighed sharpening rhetoric from President Donald Trump on Iran suggesting a military strike was more likely.
Ex-prince Andrew released hours after arrest, remains under investigation
Searches at Andrew’s former home on the Windsor estate, west of London, were understood to be ongoing. | World News
Astonishing Spinosaur Unearthed in The Sahara Is Unlike Any Seen Before
A new Spinosaurus species has been unearthed from the Saharan desert, and its skull bears a magnificent crest never seen before on this kind of dinosaur.
Austria convicts climber over girlfriend’s death on mountain
An amateur mountaineer was found guilty of manslaughter after his girlfriend froze to death on Austria’s highest peak. He had left her alone while he searched for help.
The top photos of the week by AP photojournalists
Feb. 13 – 19, 2026
Who Powers India’s AI?
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 just wrapped up in New Delhi — and the numbers are staggering. $250 billion in investment commitments.
Macron responds to Trump’s leaking private texts amid row
Macron highlighted the importance of “respect” in diplomacy and international relations. | World News
Victorious Takaichi promises ‘strong and prosperous’ Japan
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged Friday to make Japan “strong and prosperous”, while hitting out at China and pledging to keep “hitting the growth button” following her party landslide election
Russian minister discusses nuclear programme with Tehran amid Trump’s threats
US-Iran tensions LIVE: US President Donald Trump launched a fresh threat on Tehran on Wednesday after mediatory talks between the two nations in Geneva. Trump said Iran would attract ‘bad things’ if it fails to strike a deal with Washington. Meanwhile, Iran denied US’ claims of nuclear development. | World News
Messi kicks off MLS season in key World Cup year
Lionel Messi kicks off a critical season for Major League Soccer this weekend as the rapidly growing US domestic league seeks to cash in on a huge spike in interest
Morocco faces global backlash over alleged mass killing of stray dogs ahead of 2030 World Cup
Animal welfare groups accuse Morocco of conducting a mass cull of stray dogs as it prepares for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. | World News
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest prompts calls for justice in the US
US lawmakers say action by UK authorities on matters arising from release of Epstein files compares unfavourably with a lack of accountability in the US
How China’s Xi Purged His ‘Big Brother’ to Achieve Absolute Power
The Beijing leader consolidated one-man rule last month in rapid-fire actions against the military’s senior commanders. | World News
Police search at Royal Lodge continues for second day as Andrew released under investigation
The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and was pictured returning to Sandringham Estate on Thursday.
European stocks rebound, oil prices ease after US-Iran volatility
European stocks rebounded and oil prices fell Friday as investors reassessed the chances of a US strike on Iran, after heightened geopolitical tensions sparked by President Donald Trump’s threats amid








