Good morning. British police say they've arrested a man who allegedly stole a semi-truck containing 200,000 Cadbury Creme Eggs. This could have been an Easter disaster! Here's what we're following today:
🥇 First up
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In the immediate aftermath of a devastating earthquake or other disaster, it's likely that the first people to help won't be trained professionals, but your neighbors. The earthquake in Turkey and Syria is a offering a lesson in the effectiveness of your immediate community.
The U.S. will run out of money to pay its bills sometime between July and September if Congress doesn't raise nation's $31.4 trillion debt ceiling, the Congressional Budget Office said. The U.S. Treasury has been taking "extraordinary measures" since last month — temporarily moving money around to prevent the government from defaulting on debts — but it's not a permanent solution.
When it comes to cancer, Biden is shooting for the moon. His "cancer moonshot" plan aims to cut the cancer death rate in the United States by at least 50% over the next 25 years, and Dr. Monica Bertagnolli, the director of the National Cancer Institute, is up for the challenge.
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📸 Picture show
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These Ukrainians have found love in a time of war. They share their remarkable stories of love and resilience as they face Russia's ongoing invasion of their country.
🎧 Today’s listen
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Could this be the end of fast fashion? After years of explosive growth, Shein's sales have slowed down dramatically. 🎧 Listen to Business of Fashion reporter Cathaleen Chen break down the retailer's future.
🛑 Before you go
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Prepare to catch 'em all! Augmented reality game Pokémon Go is hosting a gigantic in-person event February 18-19 in Las Vegas.
Flaco the owl, who escaped Central Park Zoo two weeks ago, is still on the loose. Officials were worried he wouldn't survive outside of captivity, but the Flaco has been hunting and eating on his own.
Nearly 30 women are suing hair care brand Olaplex for negligence and false advertising, claiming their products contain allergens and irritants that caused them hair loss.
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