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PETA is proposing a "weather reveal" cake in place of groundhog Punxsutawney Phil on Groundhog Day this year. The organization, known for its animal advocacy, believes that Phil is being exploited on the annual winter holiday. In response, they sent a letter to the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club, asking them to let Phil retire ahead of this year's celebration on February 2. Instead of Phil, PETA has offered to send a vegan "weather reveal" cake, similar to a gender reveal cake, each Groundhog Day. The proposed cake when cut would show one of two colors: blue, signifying six more weeks of winter, or

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu left for the U.S. on Sunday to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump, looking to strengthen ties with the U.S. government following tensions with the Biden administration over the war in Gaza.Netanyahu departed for Washington amid the ceasefire with Hamas – which includes hostage releases – still in effect and negotiations for a second phase expected to begin this week. He will be the first foreign leader to visit Trump since his inauguration on Jan. 20."The fact that this will be his first meeting with a leader of a foreign country since his inauguration holds

In a significant advancement for high-speed rail technology, China recently unveiled the CR450 bullet train prototype in Beijing. This state-of-the-art train is a testament to China's commitment to leading the world in railway innovation. With a test speed of 280 mph, the CR450 is poised to break records and set new standards in the area of high-speed travel.GET SECURITY ALERTS, EXPERT TIPS - SIGN UP FOR KURT’S NEWSLETTER - THE CYBERGUY REPORT HEREThe CR450 is designed to operate at an impressive 248 mph, surpassing its predecessor, the CR400, which operates at 217 mph. This significant increase in speed is accompanied by a

A bill introduced in the Washington state legislature would require drivers with a history of speeding to have a speed limiting device placed on their cars.House Bill 1596 was proposed after supporters say an increase in fatal accidents was caused by speeding. The bill was heard in the House Transportation Committee on Thursday and would require an "intelligent speed assistance device" to be installed in the cars of certain drivers, according to Fox 13.The device limits the speed of the car using GPS technology to follow the speed limit where the vehicle is being driven. These drivers could exceed the

New Orleans is the host city of this year's Super Bowl — and if you're throwing a party to celebrate the big game, you may want to incorporate some of the Big Easy's culinary flavors into your offerings.Fox News Digital reached out to chefs in New Orleans for some dishes that are sure to score a touchdown at Super Bowl parties this year.Whether you're rooting for the Kansas City Chiefs or the Philadelphia Eagles, adding these Creole seasonings, seafood dishes, spicy bites and more can send your party spread soaring and leave a mark on your guests.HOW TO WATCH SUPER

It's been nearly two weeks since Billy Ray Cyrus stumbled onstage during a performance at President Donald Trump's inauguration celebration. Since then, fans and family members have voiced concerns about the "Achy Breaky Heart" crooner, questioning his health and stability. On Jan. 23, Billy Ray's adopted son, Trace, wrote a message on Instagram, expressing his family's worry and asking his father to seek help. A few days later, Billy Ray seemingly responded to Trace's public plea, saying he continues to pray for his children and their mother. BILLY RAY CYRUS EXPLAINS TRUMP INAUGURAL BALL PERFORMANCE THAT CONCERNED FANS"Let this moment be the start

Post Malone's gone country, and it's challenging "traditional country stereotypes," according to one music expert.The star's genre shift landed him five of eight Grammys nominations. The artist is up for best recording package with his album "F-1 Trillion," and best country album. His song featuring Morgan Wallen, "I Had Some Help," was nominated for best country song and best country duo/group performance. Meanwhile, the rapper's country collaboration with Beyoncé, "Levii's Jeans," was nominated for best pop duo/group performance."F-1 Trillion" also features a handful of big-name country artists, including Wallen, Dolly Parton, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson

American sports agent Leigh Steinberg has represented some of the biggest stars in football history, and now he's taking another step in his long-time side passion of combating one of the sports' biggest dangers – concussions.Steinberg recently launched the Leigh Steinberg Foundation, which aims to educate parents and fund research for concussion treatment in sports. "It's our effort to raise money for research to promote awareness, prevention and cures, to put money aside for at-risk kids who have neurological problems or concussion that can't get treatment, and to fund research," Steinberg said. "We have a doctor's committee with 10 doctors on