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DOJ Official Signals End of Road for New Epstein Charges Despite Document Flood

A senior Justice Department official has indicated that the recent massive release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents is unlikely to lead to new federal prosecutions, stating that the trove of 'horrible photographs' and emails does not itself constitute prosecutable evidence, even as the revelations trigger political fallout abroad.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Lawsuit Alleges Elite Brooklyn School Ignored Warnings About Predatory Teacher

Two teens have filed a federal lawsuit against Saint Ann's School, claiming administrators failed to act on multiple red flags about a former teacher who coerced nude photos from them and later threatened to distribute the images.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Two Years After Sonya Massey's Killing, Former Deputy Sean Grayson Serves 20-Year Sentence

Nearly two years after the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey in her Springfield home, former Sangamon County deputy Sean Grayson is serving a 20-year prison sentence for second-degree murder. The case, which drew national attention and a statement from President Biden, highlighted issues of police conduct and accountability.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Gold Rush Gone Wrong: Shenzhen's Jereh Platform Collapse Leaves 150,000 Investors Facing Pennies on the Dollar

The collapse of Shenzhen-based Jereh, a gold trading platform that operated with massive leverage and no physical backing, has left a trail of financial devastation for 150,000 retail investors, who now confront a controversial repayment plan offering mere fractions of their investments.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Search Intensifies for Missing Arizona Woman, 21, as Boyfriend Faces Charges; Vehicle Found with Blood Evidence

The search for Isabella Comas, last seen in Avondale on January 11, continues after her abandoned car was discovered with blood stains. Her boyfriend, Thomas Rodriguez, a convicted felon, is in custody on unrelated charges as authorities plead for public assistance.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Florida Vacation Rental Host Faces Indecent Exposure Charge Following Disturbing Reports at Disney-Area Resort

A 51-year-old Airbnb host in Kissimmee has been arrested after multiple residents reported lewd behavior, including an incident involving a vacuum cleaner, at the Windsor Hills Resort community near Walt Disney World.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Arizona Woman Loses $1.5M in Elaborate Tech Support Scam: How a Simple TV Fix Led to Financial Ruin

A Goodyear, Arizona woman's attempt to fix her TV's closed captioning spiraled into a six-month ordeal, culminating in the loss of her life savings. This case highlights the sophisticated tactics of modern fraudsters and a dramatic surge in high-dollar scams targeting older adults.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Nobel Peace Prize 2025 Winner Leaked in Suspected Digital Espionage Operation

The Norwegian Nobel Committee has concluded that a pre-announcement leak of the 2025 Peace Prize laureate's name was likely the result of digital espionage, raising serious questions about the security of the prestigious award and the motives behind the breach.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Dallas Bridge Shooting Spree Leads to Arrests, Exposes Broader Gun Violence Pattern

Three men face felony charges following a viral New Year's shooting from a Dallas overpass, with investigators linking suspects to a separate road-rage attack and uncovering a cache of firearms.

Jan 30, 2026

Business

Texas Deputies Discover Homicide Victim While Serving Unrelated Warrant at Channelview Motel

Harris County deputies executing a parole warrant at a Channelview motel discovered the body of a 33-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds. Authorities say the detained warrant subject is not currently linked to the killing.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Norwegian Royal Family Under Dual Scrutiny: Crown Princess's Son Faces New Assault Charges as Epstein Links Resurface

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was arrested on new violent charges days before his rape trial, casting a shadow over the monarchy just as his mother faces renewed criticism over her past association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Appeals Court Rejects DOJ Misconduct Complaint Against Federal Judge, Citing Lack of Evidence

A federal appeals court has dismissed a Justice Department misconduct complaint against U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, ruling the government failed to substantiate its allegations regarding the judge's public comments.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Ohio Mother's Final Act of Love: Family of Three Lost in Devastating Cincinnati Blaze

A 68-year-old Cincinnati woman and her two adult children perished in a fast-moving house fire last month, with officials describing the conditions as 'not survivable.'

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Intellia Therapeutics Sees Analyst Price Target Surge After FDA Lifts Clinical Hold on Key Gene Therapy Trial

Following the FDA's decision to remove the clinical hold on Intellia's Nex-Z hATTR-PN trial, analysts at Baird and H.C. Wainwright have significantly raised their price targets for the CRISPR gene-editing pioneer, citing reduced regulatory risk and a clearer path forward.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Taysha Gene Therapies Gains Momentum as Wells Fargo Raises Target on Rett Syndrome Program

Wells Fargo boosts its price target for Taysha Gene Therapies (TSHA), citing strong progress in its pivotal Rett syndrome gene therapy program. The company has dosed the first patient in a key trial phase and received FDA alignment on its regulatory pathway.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Janux Therapeutics Downgraded as Key Drug Data Gaps Raise Platform Concerns

Clear Street downgrades Janux Therapeutics (JANX) to Hold, slashing its price target amid concerns over a lack of durability data for its lead candidate JANX007 and rising competitive pressures, despite a recent major collaboration deal with Bristol Myers Squibb.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Ohio Teen's Disappearance Linked to Online Gaming Contact; 39-Year-Old Man Arrested on Evidence Charges

Seventeen-year-old Hailey Buzbee vanished after leaving her Vermillion home in early January. Authorities now believe she is deceased and have arrested a man she met through online gaming, though murder charges have not yet been filed.

Feb 2, 2026

US

North Carolina Snowstorm Leads to Dramatic Train-Truck Collision; Driver Escapes Unharmed

A truck driver made a miraculous escape moments before a Norfolk Southern train struck his stranded semi during a historic winter storm in Gastonia, N.C. The incident highlights the severe weather's impact on road safety across the state.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Norwegian Royal Family Under Scrutiny as Crown Princess's Son Detained on New Charges Ahead of Rape Trial

Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was taken into custody on fresh allegations of assault and weapons offenses just days before his high-profile trial on multiple rape charges is set to begin, deepening the crisis for Norway's monarchy.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Former Peruvian Foreign Minister Dies in Brazilian Prison Hospital While Awaiting Extradition

Augusto Blacker Miller, a controversial figure from Peru's Fujimori era, has died in a Rio de Janeiro prison hospital. The 80-year-old, arrested in Brazil last December on an Interpol warrant, succumbed to cardiorespiratory arrest, reigniting debates about justice, aging detainees, and cross-border legal accountability.

Feb 2, 2026