Associated Press
Upstate DA Declines To Pursue Case Against Andrew Cuomo
An upstate New York district attorney says he will not bring criminal charges against Andrew Cuomo over sexual harassment claim.
Proposed NY Political Maps Could Hurt GOP In House Battle
Proposed political maps released by the leaders of New York’s Democrat-dominated legislature would give the party an advantage in 22 of the state’s 26 congressional districts.
Dolce & Gabbana Drop Animal Fur Starting in 2022
Dolce & Gabbana says it will drop the use of animal fur in all its collections starting in 2022, and transition to eco-friendly faux fur.
Governor Says NY Mask-Or-Vaccine Mandate Extended To Feb. 10
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says the state’s mask mandate will be extended until at least Feb. 10.
US Tries to Name and Shame Russian Disinformation on Ukraine
The U.S. has mounted a concerted campaign to counter disinformation, which has long been a tactic of Moscow to create confusion and sow discord in conflicts.
Toyota Heading to Moon with Cruiser, Robotic Arms, Dreams
Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency and Toyota are working to explore the lunar surface, with ambitions to help people live on the moon and eventually on Mars.
Ex-cop’s Trial for Taylor Raid Offers New Chance for Justice
Brett Hankison, the former Louisville officer facing trial in the Breonna Taylor trial will stand trial on felony charges for allegedly firing his service weapon.
Big Papi Elected To HOF; Bonds, Clemens, Schilling Left Out
David Ortiz was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first turn on the ballot, while steroid-tainted stars Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were denied entry to Cooperstown in their final year under consideration by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America.
UK Government Holds Breath as it Awaits ‘Partygate’ Report
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is bracing for the conclusions of an investigation into allegations of lockdown-breaching parties.
As Fed Meets, Investor Angst Over Rate Hikes Spooks Markets
With high inflation squeezing consumers and businesses, the Fed is expected to signal that it will raise its benchmark short-term interest rate in March.