Asian stocks are expected to decline as a tech-led drop gains pace, with the Kospi leading declines in Asia and tracking Wall Street's sell-off. The Topix also retreated from its record high. Meanwhile, in the United States, Ryan Preece won the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray, a racing event held amidst winter weather conditions.
In other news, a housecleaner in Las Vegas reported multiple illnesses tied to a house that may have been used as a possible bio lab, prompting a police investigation. In sports, the Tigers agreed to a three-year deal with pitcher Framber Valdez. In politics, a US judge ruled that ICE agents cannot make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there is a risk of escape. Additionally, Democrats are embracing a "law and order" approach in their fight against the ICE shutdown.
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