Tens of thousands march in New Zealand Maori rights protest

Jeremy Hanna, a Newsweek contributor based in Los Angeles, reports that Cedric Alexander is leaving WWE after nearly nine years with the promotion. Alexander announced his departure on social media, expressing gratitude for his time in professional wrestling and referencing WWE's 90-day non-compete clause. Known for his work in the Cruiserweight division and with the Hurt Business, Alexander received support from colleagues and the wrestling community as he embarks on a new chapter in his...

Keir Starmer is facing challenges as he navigates between the US and the EU, with pressure to prioritize trade with the EU over the US due to voter preferences and concerns about Trump's policies. Critics urge Starmer to focus on strengthening ties with the EU, as Labour's approach to the US may put the UK in a difficult position economically and politically. The complexity of the situation is heightened by Trump's unpredictability and the need...

President Trump expressed support for AUKUS after Australia paid $798m to the US as part of a deal for nuclear-powered submarines. Defence Minister Richard Marles met with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to solidify the commitment, with Hegseth stating Trump backed the agreement. Marles emphasized the importance of AUKUS in enhancing Australian capability and strengthening American force posture in the region during his visit to the US. Full Article

British conman Robert Hendy-Freegard, subject of a Netflix documentary, has been sentenced to six years in a French prison for injuring two police officers. Found guilty of posing as a spy for MI5 to defraud victims, he fled police questioning in Creuse, France, where he illegally bred dogs under a false name. Previously sentenced to life in 2005 in London for theft and deception, Hendy-Freegard's decade-long charade involved manipulating multiple unsuspecting individuals. Full Article

Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Tayyiba, Pakistan-based terror groups, participated in a Rawalakot event in POJK, showing support for 'Kashmir Solidarity' and backing Hamas's Gaza operations. This gathering underscores Pakistan's continued support for armed groups in Kashmir, criticized for promoting terrorism while claiming to defend Kashmiri rights. Pakistan's involvement in such events raises concerns about fostering instability and terrorism in the region. Full Article

Legendary East Harlem red sauce eatery Rao’s made a comeback at the Super Bowl with pop-up dinners in New Orleans, featuring quarterbacks Eli Manning and Russell Wilson. Manning and Cooper Manning performed on stage, while Darryl McDaniels of Run-DMC entertained guests. Attendees included Ciara, Todd Gurley, and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Rao’s also collaborated with Real SLX on a nearby slice shop pop-up and is considering a new permanent location in Las Vegas. Full Article