The Massachusetts cousin of an Israeli hostage who was released from captivity on Saturday called it “a huge win” but said more needs to be done to bring the remaining hostages home. Source
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Ken Martin wins race to become chair of the Democratic National Committee
Six candidates ended up running to lead the Democratic National Committee. Source
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Keith Siegel is first American hostage freed in new ceasefire deal; Unique take on high-end dining at Crane Club. Source
Trump says he ordered air strikes on ISIS leaders in Somalia
The air strikes mark the first attack in Somalia during President Trump’s new term. Source
Congestion pricing has been in effect for nearly a month in New York
Congestion pricing began almost a month ago in New York. Drivers are charged up to $9 when they enter Manhattan below 60th Street. That includes most of the city’s bridges and tunnels. The goal: To reduce traffic and pollution while providing funding for public transportation. But there’s debate brewing about how effective the additional costs will be. Source
Unrivaled is a new women’s basketball league that uses a 3-on-3 concept
Unrivaled is a new three-on-three women’s basketball league. Some top WNBA players have signed up and are playing during the league’s off-season. Source
New exhibition on Anne Frank’s experiences opened at the Center for Jewish History in New York
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, a stunning new exhibition on Anne Frank’s experience and life in the secret annex opened at the Center for Jewish History in New York. Here’s an inside look. Source
Trump fires director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Rohit Chopra was one of the more important regulators from the previous Democratic administration who was still on the job since President Trump took office on Jan. 20. Source
At least 54 dead after paramilitary group attacks open market in Sudan
The attack by the Rapid Support Forces on the Sabrein Market was the latest in a series of deadly attacks. Source
The Uplift: The “wow kid”
An orchestra’s performance receives a surprising reaction from a young boy in the audience – and the single word he uttered made a major impact. Plus, how a Google spreadsheet is helping victims of the California wildfires. Source