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February 4, 2026

TODAY’S BIG QUESTION

What do Xi’s military purges mean for Taiwan?

Analysts say China’s leader is still focused on reunification

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

The Washington Post is reshaping its newsroom by laying off hundreds

More than 300 journalists were reportedly let go

quote of the day

‘I’m not a protester, but I am insistent on the First Amendment. That’s the bedrock of our democracy, and without the First Amendment nothing else stands.’

Former CNN anchor Don Lemon, on a live talk show with comedian D.L. Hughley as part of their series “DL + DL Anything Goes, ” on why he feels vulnerable but is determined to defend the First Amendment. He was arrested last week after covering a protest in a Minnesota church.

The World in 2035

From smart patches that can read your vitals to AR glasses that could replace your phone, Tom’s Guide takes a deep dive into what’s next for tech.

The Explainer

Quiet divorce is sneaking up on older couples

Checking out; not blowing up

Under the radar

Why quitting your job is so difficult in Japan

Reluctance to change job and rise of ‘proxy quitters’ is a reaction to Japan’s ‘rigid’ labour market – but there are signs of change

Picture of the day

A very good dog

Doberman pinscher Penny, 4, poses at the champions lunch of the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show today in New York City. She was awarded Best in Show at Madison Square Garden last night, the fifth of her breed to take the title in the history of the competition.
Bryan Bedder / Getty Images for Westminster Kennel Club

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