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Snowballs and Storm Blackouts Hit NYC/NJ as Shoplifting Locks Up Chocolate, AI Coders Demand Tests, and Trump Faces SOTU Stakes, Tariff Limits, and New Travel Crackdowns Amid Epstein-Linked UK Inquiry

NYPD says officers hit with snowballs in Washington Square Park

Several NYPD officers were reportedly struck by snowballs, including in the face, after responding to a large disorderly group in Washington Square Park Monday afternoon. Some officers were taken to a hospital and listed in stable condition. The incident is under investigation, no arrests have been made, and police unions are demanding the culprits be identified and prosecuted, because apparently we now live in a society where winter precipitation comes with assault allegations.

“First run the tests” argues test suites are essential for AI-assisted coding

A developer write-up pushes a simple mantra for coding agents, start by running existing automated tests. The idea is that tests force an agent to learn the project’s reality, verify changes, and expand coverage, with the argument that fast test creation and repair makes a solid suite even more central when AI is generating code that should absolutely not be allowed to freestyle into production.

Trump State of the Union preview, economy, costs, immigration, and midterm stakes

President Trump is set to deliver the State of the Union, expected to highlight the economy, cost-lowering steps, immigration enforcement plans, and the midterm political framing. The broader news mix also points to a courtroom fight over potential prosecutor disqualification in the Charlie Kirk case, ongoing analysis as Russia’s war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, and concerns from friends about President Biden’s fatigue during a cancer battle, because modern politics is a nonstop content treadmill powered by human fragility and cable-news caffeine.

Supreme Court limits Trump’s broad tariff powers

The Supreme Court dealt a major blow to President Trump’s widest tariff actions, curbing his ability to impose new import taxes unilaterally. The ruling narrows presidential discretion, but it is unlikely to end the larger uncertainty and disruption hanging over U.S. trade policy, because nothing says “stable planning environment” like policymaking by vibes.

UK to require ETA for travelers from US, Canada, Australia, and others starting Feb. 25, 2026

Beginning 25 February 2026, travelers from a list of countries including the United States, Canada, and Australia will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation to enter the UK. Travelers may be refused entry without it, proving once again that the future is forms, fees, and a polite “no” at the border if you forgot to click the correct website.

Retailers lock up chocolate as shoplifting surges

Sainsbury’s has started locking some chocolate bars in plastic security boxes, including Cadbury Dairy Milk priced at £2.60, as concerns rise about theft. Tesco and Co-Op have taken similar steps amid warnings that organized criminals are targeting confectionery for resale. Industry groups say chocolate is among the most stolen items, the British Retail Consortium cites 5.5 million detected shoplifting incidents in the past year, and retailers are adding CCTV and AI tools while calling for tougher enforcement. Dystopia update, the candy aisle now has the security posture of a diamond showroom.

Met Police question ex-UK ambassador Peter Mandelson over Epstein links

London’s Metropolitan Police questioned former UK ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson for nine hours regarding his links to Jeffrey Epstein, then released him on bail. Yet another episode in the never-ending saga of powerful people orbiting powerful creeps and acting shocked that anyone noticed.

Winter storm leaves thousands without power in Camden County, New Jersey

A winter storm triggered widespread outages in Camden County, New Jersey, with Atlantic City Electric reporting about 25,000 customers still without electricity. Most service is expected to be restored by Thursday, though heavy damage could leave some residents without power until Saturday, a reminder that the grid’s favorite hobby is taking unscheduled vacations.

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