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Congress Moves to Limit Trump’s Iran War Powers as US Issues Mideast Evacuation Alert; Oscars Morning Kicks Off, Eric Dane Death Details Emerge, Black Sesame Trend Debated, Clinton Deposition Recapped, and Ars Technica Fires Reporter Over AI Fake Quotes
Local lawmakers respond as Congress prepares to vote on limiting President Trump’s war powers in Iran
As Congress readies a vote on curbing President Trump’s authority to use military force involving Iran, Delaware Senator Chris Coons, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, said the president exceeded his constitutional powers.
"Live" begins countdown to Hollywood’s biggest morning with its "After the Oscars Show"
The countdown to Hollywood’s biggest morning is underway as Emmy-winning hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos take "LIVE with Kelly and Mark" to the Dolby Theatre for an "After the Oscars Show" broadcast the morning following the Academy Awards.
Eric Dane’s Cause of Death Reported as Respiratory Failure Linked to ALS
Eric Dane has died at 53, with respiratory failure reported as the cause of death and ALS listed as a contributing condition. He died on February 19 after living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, according to reports. His family said he was surrounded by loved ones, including his wife and daughters, and asked for privacy while noting his advocacy for ALS awareness and research. Dane was known for roles on “Charmed,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” and “The Last Ship,” and he publicly disclosed his ALS diagnosis in April 2025.
US urges Americans to leave multiple Middle Eastern countries immediately
The US government is urging Americans to “depart now” from more than a dozen Middle Eastern countries, citing serious safety risks amid strikes on Iran. The State Department’s consular affairs leadership advised using available commercial transportation to leave as soon as possible.
What Black Sesame Is and Whether It’s Really the New Matcha, According to an Expert
What is black sesame? Is it really the new matcha? An expert explains that black sesame has gone viral for its color and nutty flavor, and while it can contain higher levels of some nutrients and antioxidants than white sesame, the evidence for major health claims is limited. Research on sesame overall suggests possible small improvements in BMI, blood pressure, and cholesterol, but studies are low quality and only one small trial focused on black sesame. There’s no good evidence it can reverse grey hair, and risks include sesame allergy and reduced mineral absorption from natural anti-nutrients, though typical garnish-sized amounts are unlikely to make a meaningful health difference.
What Bill Clinton Said in His House Oversight Committee Deposition
The House Oversight Committee released more than nine hours of deposition video from former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton about their past contact with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, with Bill Clinton testifying for over four and a half hours. Clinton said he saw nothing suspicious when he met Epstein after leaving office and claimed he only learned of Epstein’s criminal conduct after Epstein’s 2008 conviction. He repeatedly denied ever visiting Epstein’s island and described using Epstein’s private jet for global AIDS work in exchange for discussions about politics and economics. Clinton also recounted Donald Trump commenting that he and Epstein “had some great times” before falling out over a real estate deal, said he took no sexual meaning from it, denied knowing about a controversial painting Epstein had of him, and said he did not introduce Monica Lewinsky to Epstein.
Ars Technica Dismisses Reporter After AI-Generated Fake Quotes in Retracted Article
Ars Technica has fired senior AI reporter Benj Edwards after the outlet retracted a February 13 article found to include fabricated quotes attributed to engineer Scott Shambaugh. Editor-in-chief Ken Fisher apologized, calling it a serious standards failure and saying it appeared to be an isolated incident. Edwards, a co-bylined author, publicly took responsibility and said he mistakenly used AI tools while ill, while noting his co-author Kyle Orland was not involved; the publication has said it will publish guidance on how it does and does not use AI.
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