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- EAGLES PREVAIL IN CHAOTIC SEASON OPENER VS. COWBOYS: The Philadelphia Eagles kicked off their Super Bowl title defense with a wild 24–20 win over the Dallas Cowboys. A major incident happened early: Eagles defender Jalen Carter was ejected for spitting on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott. The game was then paused 65 minutes due to a lightning storm. Jalen Hurts ran for two touchdowns (totaling 214 yards), and Saquon Barkley added a rushing score to help the Eagles pull ahead. Jake Elliott nailed a 58-yard field goal that extended the lead, and a late Cowboys drive flopped due to dropped passes and a defensive stand.
- HEATED SENATE SESSION OVER RFK JR.’S VACCINE POLICIES: Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced sharp questioning from both Republicans and Democrats during a Senate hearing over his vaccine decisions and shake-up at the CDC. Lawmakers challenged his handling of vaccine access and public health messaging, with bipartisan concerns rising. He defended his leadership but came under fire for undermining scientific credibility and trust in health agencies.
- DOJ CONSIDERS LIMITING FIREARM RIGHTS FOR TRANSGENDER PEOPLE: The Department of Justice is evaluating a controversial proposal that could restrict gun ownership for transgender Americans, citing mental health concerns. Officials are in the early stages and no rule changes have been implemented yet. Civil-rights and gun-rights groups are already signaling legal and public backlash.
- TRUMP PLANS TO REBRAND PENTAGON AS “DEPARTMENT OF WAR”: President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order renaming the Department of Defense to the “Department of War” as an alternate title. The name would be acceptable in ceremonies and public communications, but only Congress can legally enact a permanent change.
- SHEIN INVESTIGATES USE OF LUIGI MANGIONE LIKENESS: Fast-fashion retailer Shein is investigating after an image resembling Luigi Mangione, accused in a high-profile murder case, appeared modeling a shirt online. The image was removed quickly, and company officials say they’re reviewing their content review process.
- CAITLIN CLARK OUT FOR REST OF FEVER SEASON: Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is officially ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 WNBA season due to a lingering right groin injury. Her return hopes dashed after rehab, the decision was made with her long-term health in mind. The injury adds to the Fever’s challenges late in the season.
- DENZEL WASHINGTON CLEARS UP HOW TO SAY HIS NAME: Denzel Washington revealed the proper pronunciation of his name—“DEN-zel” with emphasis on the first syllable—during a recent chat on Jimmy Kimmel Live. He explained his mother’s influence led to the right pronunciation, dispelling years of mispronunciations.
- 102-YEAR-OLD SETS RECORD CLIMBING MOUNT FUJI: Kokichi Akuzawa, 102 years old, became the oldest person ever to summit Mount Fuji, earning recognition from Guinness World Records. He nearly quit during the climb but kept going with encouragement from friends and family. His determination and preparation, despite prior health challenges, make the achievement even more inspiring.
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