Ukraine Mineral Deal, Love at First Sight, and Puppy Mountain

Ukraine and the U.S. reached a framework agreement Tuesday on a minerals deal that grants the U.S. greater access to Ukraine’s vast mineral reserves, including rare earth elements like lithium and semiconductor-grade neon gas.
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The House narrowly passed a multitrillion-dollar budget blueprint on a 217-215 vote Tuesday evening, a victory for Speaker Mike Johnson. (More)

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday that the White House will now select press pool outlets covering the president, replacing the White House Correspondents’ Association’s traditional role. (More)

President Trump confirmed Monday that proposed tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods will take effect next week, citing the need to regain trade ground with both countries. (More)

A Utah bill banning fluoride in public water systems is awaiting Gov. Spencer Cox’s approval, which could make Utah the first state to enact such a ban. (More)

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Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said star tight end Travis Kelce doesn't plan to retire this offseason and is “fired up” about playing out the final year of his contract next season. (More)

The Green Bay Packers have proposed an NFL rule change that would ban the Philadelphia Eagles’ controversial “tush push” quarterback sneak play. (More)

The Minnesota Timberwolves erased a 17-point deficit with three minutes left on Monday night against the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder. (Watch highlights)

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The Senate confirmed Dan Driscoll, an Iraq War veteran and adviser to Vice President Vance, as the next Army secretary Tuesday in a 66-28 vote. (More)

Over 20 Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employees, formerly with the Obama-era U.S. Digital Services, resigned Tuesday over concerns about the department’s efforts to shrink the federal government. (More)

In other DOGE news, federal workers received a second chance to report their weekly accomplishments over email or face termination after confusion over Monday’s initial deadline. (More)

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Consumer confidence fell sharply in February, dropping 7% to a 98.3 points—the largest decline since 2021—as economic worries and inflation concerns mount. (See Details)

Apple shareholders on Tuesday rejected a proposal by a conservative think tank to end the company’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. (More)

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Science & Technology

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has linked the latest flu wave to a possible mismatch in this season’s vaccine, suggesting it may be less effective against the current strain. (More)

NASA has awarded SpaceX a $100 million contract to search for asteroids and comets that could threaten Earth, deploying its NEO Surveyor spacecraft no earlier than September 2027. (More)

Scientists have found evidence that Mars once had a more habitable environment with sandy sun-soaked beaches and gentle, lapping waves from an ancient ocean. (More)

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Wisdom Wednesday

Have you ever experienced love at first sight or an instant friendship? New research reveals factors why we "click" with certain people instantly. (See Factors)

Dale Carnegie's 90-year-old classic How to Win Friends and Influence People offers practical strategies for building relationships and influencing others, and now a summary is available in a 20-minute video. (Watch Video)

Researchers say this 30-second morning habit will ignite your metabolism all day and rehydrate your cells. (See Habit)

Et Cetera

Watch a live stream from St. Peter's Square in the Vatican as thousands gather for a prayer vigil as Pope Francis remains in critical condition with double pneumonia. The nightly recitation of the Rosary is set for 3 p.m. ET. (9 p.m. in Rome) (Watch Stream)

A "Puppy Mountain" photo went viral in China, drawing tourists to the lookout where a mountain resembles a dog drinking from the water. (See Island)

One of only three Rolls-Royce Boat Tails in the world was spotted cruising in Dubai. Valued at $30 million, this ultra-rare luxury car includes a yacht-inspired wooden deck. (See Photos)

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