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An intriguing matchup between UEFA competition hopefuls is set for Saturday in Birmingham as Aston Villa looks to steal a win from Chelsea. Watch the Premier League on FuboTV (7-day free trial) and Peacock ...

Hamas has today handed over two of six Israeli hostages due to be freed from the Gaza Strip, as the body of murdered mother-of-two Shiri Bibas was handed back to her grieving family following a vile mix-up. Tal Shoham and Avera Mengistu have been handed over to the Red Cross, after being paraded on stage by masked gunmen, as we have seen in previous handovers. ...

A tourist was seriously injured in a knife attack at the Holocaust Memorial in Berlin. The incident occurred on the northern side of the monument near the US Embassy. The victim, a 30-year-old Spanish tourist, underwent emergency surgery and is now stable. Berlin police arrested a suspect with blood stains near the crime scene. Investigations are ongoing. ...

Dear Eric: I told my husband I was done in our marriage during a marriage-counseling session close to nine months ago. This was our second round of marriage counseling. I have also done some therapy on my own. I have not taken any actions to indicate I’m done other than to occasionally remind my husband that I’m the one that wants out when he thinks things are harmonious. ...

Ashley St. Clair is suing Elon Musk for sole legal custody of their infant son. St. Clair filed the petition for custody with the New York Supreme Court on Friday, Feb. 21. In the petition, St. Clair said New York is the home state of the child, who goes by R.S.C. ...

She was the Most Beautiful Woman in Puppetland. She had a pretty good run on TV, too. Lynne Marie Stewart, known for playing the ethereal Miss Yvonne on “Pee-wee’s Playhouse,” has died, her friends shared in memorial posts on social media Friday night. ...

Dear Abby: I have been in a relationship with someone for 11 months. We’re both each other’s first relationship after being single for a few years following traumatic breakups. During our entire relationship, he has not cut his hair, left his house or socialized with anyone besides me, except via text. ...

It is easy to see why an agitated state is considered unpleasant, unlucky and generally undesirable. However, do consider that such a state can also produce great beauty. It is agitation that turns rough stones into polished gems, jagged cliffs into sandy beaches and unknowing minds into sages. Hold on to hope and wait for the turn. ...

George Armitage, who directed, wrote, and produced films such as “Grosse Pointe Blank” and “Miami Blues,” passed away on Saturday in Playa del Rey, as confirmed by his son Brent. Armitage, aged 83, was a talented filmmaker known for his unique storytelling and creative vision. ...

The NYT Mini is a quick and dirty version of the newspaper's larger and long-running crossword. Most days, there are between three and five clues in each direction on a five by five grid, but the puzzles are sometimes larger, especially on Saturdays. ...

Porsha Williams’ estranged husband Simon Guobadia has been detained by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. The Nigerian-born businessman is being held at Stewart Detention Center in Lumpkin, Georgia, according to U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s records obtained by Us Weekly. ...

Blake Lively has issued a blistering response to The Hollywood Reporter’s ‘sexist’ cover, depicting her at war with Justin Baldoni amid her sexual harassment lawsuit. ‘The Hollywood Reporter should be ashamed of itself,’ a spokesperson for the star, 37, told DailyMail.com in a statement. ...

Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. ...

Two separate outbreaks of measles in the U.S. Southwest have now accounted for nearly 100 confirmed cases and hospitalized 16 people. The larger outbreak in west Texas includes 90 cases across seven counties and all 16 known hospitalizations. It is the largest outbreak of measles in the state for close to 30 years, according to officials there. ...

The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday paused the Trump administration's efforts to dismiss the head of an independent agency charged with investigating whistleblower claims as the president seeks to remake the federal government. The decision allows Hampton Dellinger, a Biden appointee, to remain as head of the Office of Special Counsel at least through Feb. 26. ...

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio was arrested near the Capitol, showcasing a fetish for finding trouble. The incident occurred on 21st February 2025, making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Tarrio's arrest has sparked discussions and debates online, with many questioning his motives and actions. ...

Washington state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal spoke in defense of transgender athletes in girls sports in an address Thursday, claiming it was "inaccurate" to say there are only two genders. "It is quite simply inaccurate to say, biologically, that there are only boys and there are only girls," Reykdal said. "There's a continuum. ...

On the most recent episode of 'Kudlow', Larry Kudlow provided insights into the current economic state, tax cuts, and more. The episode, which aired on Friday, February 21, covered a wide range of topics related to the economy. ...

(CNN) — President Donald Trump fired Joint Chiefs Chairman Charles Q. Brown in an abrupt shakeup at the Pentagon Friday night. ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles district attorney said Friday he opposes a new trial for Lyle and Erik Menendez in the 1989 killing of their parents but hasn’t made up his mind on whether to support a resentencing bid that could lead to their freedom after nearly 30 years in prison. ...

Credit: New York Times Looking for Friday’s Strands hints, spangram and answers? You can find them here: ForbesNYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram And Answers For Friday, February 21By Paul Tassi ...

The first of a busy slate of English Premier League matches on Saturday features two clubs next to each other in the bottom half of the league table as Manchester United visits Everton. ...

A federal judge on Friday blocked a sweeping executive order from President Trump that sought to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Judge Adam Abelson in Baltimore found it likely violates free-speech rights and granted an injunction blocking the funding withdrawal as a lawsuit plays out. Mr. ...

President Trump abruptly fired Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Friday, sidelining a history-making fighter pilot and respected officer as part of a campaign to rid the military of leaders who support diversity and equity in the ranks. ...

New York City has taken legal action against the Trump administration to recover over $80 million in funding that was rescinded from the city. The funds, originally allocated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for hotel accommodations for migrants, were abruptly withdrawn. ...