Pupils have begun returning to school as lockdown restrictions were eased across England.
Outdoor markets and car showrooms have also started reopening, while the first horse racing event in months was being staged and pigeons took to the skies for a race over Yorkshire.
Olympian Nancy Kerrigan broke down in tears during a live interview over the deaths of 14 members of the U.S. figure skating community, including six who Kerrigan knew from the Skating Club of Boston.
Among the 67 lives lost in the tragic collision between an Army helicopter and American Eagle Flight No. 5342 near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, six were members of the Skating Club of Boston. The victims included skaters Jinna Han and Spencer Lane, along with their mothers, Jin Han and Christine Lane.
Also among those lost were esteemed coaches Vadim Naumov and Evgenia Shishkova. The group was returning to Boston via Washington after taking part in a national development camp in Wichita, Kansas.
A visibly shaken Kerrigan said:
"I told them, I have to be around you guys. I needed the community, the support. It's okay to ask for help and to be there for one another."
“I’m unsure how to process it. Which is why I’m here. I didn’t feel like it was right to be home and doing interviews for this.”
“We’ve been through tragedies before as Americans, as people, and we are strong. And I guess it’s how we respond to it, and so my response is to be with people I care about and I love, and I needed support. … I think it’s a shock.”
Kerrigan recognized the crash as a devastating tragedy for “anyone that was on that plane, not just the skaters, because it’s just such a tragic event.” However, she admitted feeling “an even bigger blow” upon realizing that she personally knew some of the victims.
She said:
“We just wish them well and the families — the courage and the strength to make the next steps. I don’t know how — you look at people who go through tragedies, and you wonder how they do it. I don’t know, but we’re so strong.”
You can hear what she said in the video below.
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Many were touched by Kerrigan's words and also offered their condolences to the families of the crash victims.
Kerrigan, who competed for The Skating Club of Boston throughout her career, is a two-time Olympic medalist, winning bronze at the 1992 Albertville Games and silver at the 1994 Lillehammer Games.
Kerrigan also acknowledged that "the skating community has been through tragedy before," a reference to the 1961 crash of Sabena Flight 548.
That plane crash claimed the lives of all 18 members of the U.S. figure skating team as they traveled to the world championships in Prague. In response, U.S. Figure Skating, the sport’s governing body, created a memorial fund to support the training expenses of aspiring skaters.
Music fans were outraged when two AP reporters at the Grammys disrespected venerated music producer Babyface by cutting off their interview to speak to artist-of-the-moment Chappell Roan.
Babyface is a 13-time Grammy winner who produced over 26 number-one R&B hits since emerging as a singer and songwriter in the '80s. The 65-year-old was honored as a BMI Icon at the 6th annual BMI Urban Awards and ranked number 20 on NME's 50 of The Greatest Producers Ever list.
A viral clip showed AP journalist Leslie Ambriz picking his brain about a so-called "new trend" in R&B music where artists blend different music genres.
As Babyface began imparting his wisdom, Amriz's fellow red carpet correspondent, Krysta Fauria, ducked after being tapped on the shoulder by an off-camera individual when Roan was spotted walking by. This prompted Fauria to interrupt Babyface to call out to the young artist.
"Chappell! Chappell!" Fauria hollered toward the "Pink Pony Club" singer, who later won the Grammy for Best New Artist.
Babyface looked over his shoulder after realizing what was happening and told the reporters, “You guys want to…Go do that.” He humbly handed the mic back to Ambriz.
Ambriz took back the mic and told him, "I'm so sorry Babyface."
You can view a clip here.
The internet was outraged over the disrespect of a music icon.
Fans were also not impressed by the question.
A later clip showed Fauria apologizing for causing the dismissal of Babyface in favor of Roan, chalking it up to "all the commotion as there is on these red carpets" but still claiming to be "a big Babyface fan."
Ambriz also explained that "wild things" happen on the red carpet that are out of their control with directors pressuring them constantly to "wrap things up" despite wanting to continue conversations with various celebrities.
"I should've done more to try and stop it," Ambriz said of the "true legend" being cut off in his interview.
She added:
"I really still want to hear Babyface's answer about women in R&B progressing."
Alas, that ship has sailed.
During a segment with South Carolina Republican Representative Nancy Mace, Fox News had many thinking the network was shading President Donald Trump by airing an extremely long scroll of products and industries that will be affected by his newly announced tariffs on a wide range of goods imported from Canada, Mexico, and China.
Tariffs are a tax on imported goods, usually calculated as a percentage of the purchase price. While tariffs can shield domestic manufacturers by making foreign products more expensive, they are also used as a tool to penalize countries engaged in unfair trade practices, such as government subsidies or dumping goods below market value.
Trump has championed tariffs, arguing falsely that foreign nations bear the cost. In reality, it is American importers—businesses that purchase goods from abroad—who pay the tariffs, with the revenue going directly to the U.S. Treasury.
These companies often offset their increased costs by raising prices for consumers, meaning that tariffs ultimately function as a hidden tax on American shoppers.
During the segment, Fox News displayed an animated scroll of nearly two dozen products and brands that will be "affected by Trump tariffs." The list ranged from common grocery staples like cherry tomatoes, sugar, bananas, maple syrup, ground beef, and strawberries to high-cost items such as automobiles.
And over the scroll, Fox anchor Jon Scott made the obvious point:
“It seems like virtually every sector of the American economy potentially could be targeted by these tariffs and the tariffs that Mexico and Canada have now announced that they will institute against U.S. goods."
You can watch the segment below.
"It seems like virtually every sector of the American economy" -- Fox News has put together a scrolling list of the "goods affected by Trump tariffs" 😬
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— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar.com) February 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
When Trump has lost even Fox on this issue... well, people were quick to point out just what a disaster these tariffs are for everyone.
Inflation is our prize. We sure showed them!
— nimuemoonchild.bsky.social (@nimuemoonchild.bsky.social) February 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM
"...may drive up prices" WILL drive up prices ... like we told you it would. Looks like the lib-tards knew what we were talking about!
— Mindy (@ms1968.bsky.social) February 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM
The MAGA's still aren't paying attention. And they won't until it hits them personally. And even then, once they're laid off, no or limited health insurance, limited grocery options they will feel like they're doing their patriotic duty to MAKE AMERICA GREAT.
— beans5470.bsky.social (@beans5470.bsky.social) February 3, 2025 at 10:34 AM
"...may drive up prices" WILL drive up prices ... like we told you it would.
1. Trump punches his supporters in the face. 2. Trump supporters say “yay, this is what I voted for! MAGA forever!” Which is why these people can’t be reasoned with.
— Chris H. (@chris-1969.bsky.social) February 2, 2025 at 3:19 PM
What a disaster! 😣😣😣
— caford8498.bsky.social (@caford8498.bsky.social) February 2, 2025 at 7:14 PM
When you have tariffs on fuel, you have tariffs on everything - supply chain to production to logistics. Many goods will go higher than the initial slapped tariff once that starts to bite. Which is marvellous.
— Rachel Coates (@coatescan.bsky.social) February 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM
isn’t that what they wanted? because everyone is so unfair? 😎🤣
— JAMCOD (@jamcod.bsky.social) February 3, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Might have been better to show a list of what's *not* impacted.
— Chris (@wearefounders.bsky.social) February 2, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Not only do tariffs increase costs for companies and consumers dependent on imports but they often lead to retaliatory measures.
For example, the European Union responded to Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs by imposing taxes on U.S. goods like bourbon and Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Similarly, China countered Trump’s trade war by placing tariffs on American products such as soybeans and pork, strategically targeting agricultural regions that formed a key part of his support base.
But despite all the evidence that imposing tariffs is detrimental to the American public and the economy, Trump has baselessly claimed that tariffs are "the greatest thing ever invented," asserting that tariffs can prevent wars "with a phone call."
Ye and his wife, Australian architectural designer Bianca Censori, turned heads when they arrived on the red carpet for the 67th annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
The controversial rapper sported sunglasses in a loose-fitting black shirt and beltless trousers while Censori stepped out in a long black fur coat.
Censori turned her back to photographers for an over-the-shoulder shot and partially removed her coat. "Let's see the outfit," shouted one of the photographers, to which the model turned facing front and dropped the coat to reveal her sheer slip for a completely nude look.
The slightly tentative-looking model posed, basically naked, while her husband looked on and nodded in approval.
You can view a censored clip here.
The couple reportedly left the venue amid rumors they weren't invited to attend the Grammys and were kicked out.
However, according to Variety, a Grammy spokesperson said the rumors were “not true” and that the rapper simply “walked the carpet, got in his car and left.”
Meanwhile, the internet was mortified by the NSFW red carpet look.
Others were concerned for her.
Ye's career took a nosedive after he made antisemitic statements in 2022, leading to various sponsors dropping him.
Nevertheless, he continues to make music with Ty Dolla Sign as part of their hip hop superduo ¥$ collaboration. They earned a "Best Rap Song" Grammy nom for "Carnival" from their 2024 debut studio album, Vultures 1.
Ye co-wrote the song with collaborators Ty Dolla Sign, Ojivolta, TheLabCook, the Legendary Traxster, Rich the Kid, and Playboi Carti.
The award for the category ultimately went to Kendrick Lamar for "Not Like Us."
Censori first met Ye when she was working for his fashion label Yeezy and informally married in January 2023 in a private Beverly Hills ceremony.
They previously caused controversy after they were spotted riding a canal boat in Venice, Italy, in a compromising position that suggested they were engaged in oral sex in public view.
When images of them went viral, they were subsequently "banned for life" by one of the city's boat companies.
Fans of Canadian NHL teams loudly booed "The Star-Spangled Banner" at games across Canada over the weekend after President Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on most goods from the country.
The Trump administration announced Saturday that it will impose a 25% tariff on goods imported from Mexico and Canada, with Canadian energy products facing a 10% tariff.
As a result, prices for a wide range of products—including cars, gas, smartphones, and fresh vegetables—are expected to rise. The U.S. also relies heavily on Canadian lumber, meaning home construction costs could increase. Even frozen French fries, a major import from Canada, may see a price hike.
In response, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pledged to retaliate with 25% tariffs on more than $105 billion worth of U.S. goods. This represents nearly a third of the $322.2 billion in U.S. exports to Canada in the first 11 months of 2024, according to U.S. census data.
The first wave of tariffs—affecting $20 billion worth of goods, including alcohol, coffee, clothing, and shoes—will take effect Tuesday, with the remainder set to roll out in three weeks.
Amid all this, fans of the Ottawa Senators in Canada’s capital city largely booed during a performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” ahead of their NHL game against the Minnesota Wild, according to clips shared on X.
A similar reaction was captured at a Calgary Flames game, where fans also booed the U.S. national anthem, as seen in a video posted by Edmonton radio host Courtney Theriault.
Canadian hockey fans have previously shown support for the U.S. anthem, even stepping in to sing when performers faced technical difficulties in recent years. The recent wave of boos, however, marks a striking shift in tone.
And many can't blame the Canadians at all.
In response to the tariffs, Canadian prime minister candidate Chrystia Freeland said they are “a betrayal of America’s closest friend.”
Freeland, a former foreign minister with experience negotiating with Trump, dismissed the use of fentanyl as a justification for the tariffs, calling it “ludicrous” and “utter madness.” She warned that the tariffs threaten Canada’s “very sovereignty.”
She stressed that Canadians "have more leverage than Americans think. Canada is the largest market for the United States — larger than China, Japan, the U.K. and France, combined — and we know Americans."
Noting that Americans tend to believe that "the customer is always right," she said that Canada is the U.S.'s "biggest customer" and that "it doesn’t make a lot of sense to be punching us in the face."
