Spirit Airlines prepares to shut down after Trump administration bailout falls through

The Independent - Spirit CEO Dave Davis told The Independent in a statement last week that he values Trump’s interest in the company, which operated its distinctive bright yellow planes and carried millions of passengers last year.

IN PHOTOS | How the Artemis II crew made out-of-this-world images

4 astronauts spent hours over several years training with NASA photography trainers read more

Artemis II astronauts safely back home on Earth after Orion capsule splashes down off California coast

All four astronauts have made the short walk to the medical bay unaided, waving off the wheelchairs made available to them. They'll now undergo medical testing on the ship. NASA has said the crew will be flown off the ship to the mainland roughly sometime between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET tomorrow. read more

The Economist: The British army is impoverished and disarmed

The Economist: The British army is impoverished and disarmed

Architecture firms in Dallas-Fort Worth ranked

Dive into the new list of architecture firms operating in North Texas — learn more about their workforces, their revenue and some of their major projects. read more

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American Airlines CEO says the government shutdown is impacting holiday travel bookings: ‘Nobody wants to put up with hassle’

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters its 39th day on Saturday as the Senate extends negotiations into the weekend, and the peak travel season is increasingly at risk. read more

Kristi Noem Says ICE Will Be ‘All Over’ Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show: The NFL ‘Sucks and We’ll Win and God Will Bless Us’

Variety - Johnson, who suggested the NFL was trying to “send a message” to Donald Trump by booking Bad Bunny for the halftime show, asked Noem if she had a response to the sports organization.

'I've never seen anything like this': President Trump says in visit to flood-ravaged Texas

USA Today - President Donald Trump showered praise on the recovery efforts in Central Texas and pledged the federal government's full support as he visited the state Friday a week after devastating floods ripped through communities.

"This is a tough one," Trump said during his July 11 trip, kicking off a 47-minute discussion in Kerrville, Texas, with local, state and federal officials. "It’s hard to believe the devastation. Trees that are 100 years old just ripped out of the ground. I've never seen anything like this, and I've seen a lot of bad ones."

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Quiet Offseason Puts Sam Presti on the Hot Seat

For one thing, the Thunder didn’t play like the Celtics or Lakers or Celtics or Spurs or Warriors during their championship run. They were, in the end, rather ordinary. read more

Complex Style's Fashion Week Report Card: Louis Vuitton

Here's Complex Style's PFW report card for Louis Vuitton SS26.

Elon Musk Bids Farewell As Official Trump Administration Role Comes To An End

Elon Musk said so long to his official government role this evening, as his status as a special government employee expires. read more

Trump administration poised to accept 'palace in the sky' as a gift for Trump from Qatar: Sources

ABC News - The gift is expected to be announced next week, when Trump visits Qatar on the first foreign trip of his second term, according to sources familiar with the plans.

Trump toured the plane, which is so opulently configured it is known as "a flying palace," while it was parked at the West Palm Beach International Airport in February.

Trump blows up the notion his Canada talk was just a fleeting fancy

'I'm really not trolling,' he tells Time Magazine, of his dream to make Canada a state cont'd

EDITORIAL: Fuji TV has long way to go to recover trust after sex assault

The report also said network executives at that time immediately decided the problem was a “private matter” between the two individuals and their response to the attack was slow. read more

Master P Wears His Moneyatti Sneakers From His Own Shoe Line During Surprise Appearance at Super Bowl LIX

The rapper made a surprise appearance.

Stephen Colbert Salutes The 1 Unexpected Company Defying Donald Trump’s ‘Stupid’ Obsession

Huff Post - “Late Show” host Stephen Colbert on Monday called out “petty and vindictive” President Donald Trump for going after The Associated Press after the news agency refused to use the term “Gulf of America.”

Dallas Police warn drivers of heavy traffic and possible street closures Sunday due to protests

The Dallas Police Department is warning drivers to be prepared for heavier than normal traffic Sunday due to planned protests in the downtown area. read more

How the Recording Academy uses IBM watsonx to enhance the fan experience at the GRAMMYs®

Through the GRAMMYs®, the Recording Academy® seeks to recognize excellence in the recording arts and sciences and ensure that music remains an indelible part of our culture. read more

San Francisco officials weigh in on departure of Musk's X: 'Good riddance'

X owner Elon Musk's plan to move the social media platform's headquarters out of San Francisco has some city officials eager to bid farewell to the billionaire's business.

Car dealerships face continued disruption as CDK works to restore hacked systems

Despite initial attempts to restore services, a secondary cyber incident on Wednesday evening caused further disruptions, necessitating another shutdown. read more