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HMRC phone lines stay open as self-assessment tax deadline looms

BBC News 2026-01-31 09:37:18.2678987


                            HMRC phone lines stay open as self-assessment tax deadline looms Author: BBC News
More than one million people missed the deadline a year ago, according to HM Revenue and Customs. ... Read full article

Iran’s president says Trump, Netanyahu, EU stirred tensions during protests

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 09:26:58


                            Iran’s president says Trump, Netanyahu, EU stirred tensions during protests Author: Al Jazeera
Masoud Pezeshkian says foreign powers ‘took advantage’ of the country’s problems and ‘provoked’ society. ... Read full article

LAPD arrests violent agitators after protests erupt outside federal detention center in Los Angeles

Fox News 2026-01-31 09:22:19.9191521


                            LAPD arrests violent agitators after protests erupt outside federal detention center in Los Angeles Author:
Los Angeles police arrested multiple protesters after violent clashes erupted outside a federal detention center during Friday demonstrations. ... Read full article

Trump unloads on ‘radical left’ as he stands by Kristi Noem amid immigration enforcement unrest

Fox News 2026-01-31 09:22:16.5293739


                            Trump unloads on ‘radical left’ as he stands by Kristi Noem amid immigration enforcement unrest Author:
President Trump defended DHS Secretary Kristi Noem amid nationwide immigration protests, praising her leadership while accusing Democrats and “radical left" activists of targeting her. ... Read full article

Suspected separatists kill 8 Pakistani policemen in ‘coordinated’ attacks

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 09:07:36


                            Suspected separatists kill 8 Pakistani policemen in ‘coordinated’ attacks Author: Al Jazeera
Pakistan has been battling a separatist movement in Balochistan for decades. ... Read full article

Plan ahead and dress wisely: How to minimise add-on costs when you fly

BBC News 2026-01-31 08:52:26.6386831


                            Plan ahead and dress wisely: How to minimise add-on costs when you fly Author: BBC News
Don't get swept into paying for extras you don't need. ... Read full article

LIVE: Israel kills 12, including 6 children, in new Gaza ceasefire breach

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 08:46:46


                            LIVE: Israel kills 12, including 6 children, in new Gaza ceasefire breach Author: Caolán Magee, Urooba Jamal
Israel carries out deadly attacks in Gaza a day before the Rafah crossing is due to reopen. ... Read full article

Making schools phone-free is 'near impossible'. Do parents even want it?

BBC News 2026-01-31 08:37:21.5131385


                            Making schools phone-free is 'near impossible'. Do parents even want it? Author: BBC News
The House of Lords is soon due to debate whether to introduce a legal ban on smartphones in schools. ... Read full article

Harry Styles world tour only hits seven cities: How tours are changing

BBC News 2026-01-31 08:07:16.4351077


                            Harry Styles world tour only hits seven cities: How tours are changing Author: BBC News
Artists including Ariana Grande are opting for longer residencies in key cities rather than touring more locations. ... Read full article

Gaza’s collapsing economy drives youth to create unconventional solutions

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 07:52:23.2803834

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Protesters clash with authorities during LA protest | CNN

CNN 2026-01-31 07:37:34.6387779


                            Protesters clash with authorities during LA protest | CNN Author: Austin Mabeus
A CNN crew captured clashes between anti-ICE protesters and law enforcement in downtown Los Angeles, California on Friday. ... Read full article

'A vaccine against murder'? Israel split over return of death penalty

BBC News 2026-01-31 07:37:15.7011565


                            'A vaccine against murder'? Israel split over return of death penalty Author: BBC News
In a highly controversial move, some Israeli MPs are trying to introduce the death penalty for Palestinian attackers. ... Read full article

As ceasefire advances and Rafah nears reopening, hospitals say 12 killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza

Associated Press 2026-01-31 06:39:21


                            As ceasefire advances and Rafah nears reopening, hospitals say 12 killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza Author: Wafaa Shurafa, Samy Magdy
Hospitals in Gaza said Israeli strikes killed at least 12 Palestinians early Saturday, one of the highest tolls since an October agreement aimed at stopping the fighting. The strikes hit northern and southern Gaza, including an apartment in Gaza City and a te… ... Read full article

Watch CNN live online | CNN

CNN 2026-01-31 06:37:30.4053463


                            Watch CNN live online | CNN Author:
Watch CNN live online with CNN All Access. For 24-7 news, find CNN All Access on CNN.com and in the CNN app. ... Read full article

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez announces prisoner amnesty

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 06:17:12


                            Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez announces prisoner amnesty Author: Al Jazeera
Rodriguez calls for healing ‘wounds left by political confrontation’ and says notorious El Helicoide prison to shut. ... Read full article

At least 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern Congo, rebels say

Associated Press 2026-01-31 06:12:43


                            At least 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern Congo, rebels say Author: Justin Kabumba, Mark Banchereau
Rebel authorities say at least 200 people were killed in a landslide at coltan mines in eastern Congo. The collapse happened Wednesday due to heavy rains at the Rubaya mines, controlled by M23 rebels. Many victims remain buried in the mud. Several others were… ... Read full article

Don Lemon Arrested: How the Anti-ICE Network Ties to the Shutdown Fight

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 05:52:14.7172297


                            Don Lemon Arrested: How the Anti-ICE Network Ties to the Shutdown Fight Author:
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Government shuts down again after Democrats revolt over DHS funding

Fox News 2026-01-31 05:22:15.9056601


                            Government shuts down again after Democrats revolt over DHS funding Author:
Congress failed to pass a new funding deal in time, triggering the second partial government shutdown in six months as federal agencies prepare for potential closure. ... Read full article

ICE presence at hospitals triggers friction with workers

Associated Press 2026-01-31 05:16:52


                            ICE presence at hospitals triggers friction with workers Author: Jack Brook, Jim Mustian, Michael Biesecker
Nurses in Minneapolis doubted federal immigration officers' claims about a Mexican immigrant's severe injuries. ICE agents said Alberto Castañeda Mondragón ran headfirst into a wall while handcuffed. But hospital staff found his injuries inconsistent with tha… ... Read full article

Anti-ICE protests touch every corner of the US as Minnesota officials stand off with the Trump administration

CNN 2026-01-31 05:01:46


                            Anti-ICE protests touch every corner of the US as Minnesota officials stand off with the Trump administration Author: Elizabeth Wolfe
Restaurant tables sat empty, business windows went dark and students’ desks were abandoned in several cities across the country Friday amid a nationwide strike in protest of the federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota. ... Read full article

The federal government has shut down — for now

MSNBC 2026-01-31 05:01:00


                            The federal government has shut down — for now Author: Sydney Carruth
The Senate passed a spending package hours before the midnight deadline, but with the House not slated to return until Monday, the funding lapse will likely stretch over the weekend. ... Read full article

What’s inside the latest Epstein files released by the Justice Department

CNN 2026-01-31 05:00:46


                            What’s inside the latest Epstein files released by the Justice Department Author:
The Justice Department on Friday released more than 3 million pages of files related to the investigation into sex offender and accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, after Congress passed a law last year forcing the Trump administration to do so. ... Read full article

Most of the federal government shuts down, but a quick end is in sight

The Washington Post 2026-01-31 05:00:00


                            Most of the federal government shuts down, but a quick end is in sight Author: Jacob Bogage, Riley Beggin
The House is expected to take up a measure Monday to reopen agencies. Congress still has a fight ahead over new restrictions on immigration enforcement. ... Read full article

What we learned - and didn't - from the Melania documentary

BBC News 2026-01-31 04:37:12.2947843


                            What we learned - and didn't - from the Melania documentary Author: BBC News
Melania, directed by Brett Ratner, provides a fleeting glimpse into the life of the enigmatic first lady. ... Read full article

Reports: U.S. Tells Middle East Allies to Prepare for ‘Virtually Certain’ Iran Strike – ‘Only Question Is When’

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 04:18:25


                            Reports: U.S. Tells Middle East Allies to Prepare for ‘Virtually Certain’ Iran Strike – ‘Only Question Is When’ Author: Joshua Klein
Senior U.S. military officials warned key Middle East allies on Friday to prepare for a possible strike on Iran. ... Read full article

Girl caught on video pulling single square as 63,000-beer-coaster tower for Guinness World Records collapses

Fox News 2026-01-31 04:07:23.0134406


                            Girl caught on video pulling single square as 63,000-beer-coaster tower for Guinness World Records collapses Author:
An artist's month-long beer coaster sculpture from 63,000 pieces intended for Guinness World Records tumbles after a young girl triggers a dramatic collapse caught on video. ... Read full article

Trump backs Noem amid criticism, resignation calls

The Hill 2026-01-31 04:05:20


                            Trump backs Noem amid criticism, resignation calls Author: Elliott Davis
President Trump on Friday defended his embattled Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem as she faces calls to resign, suggesting she’s been targeted by critics “because she is a woman, and has done a really GREAT JOB!” “The Radical Left L… ... Read full article

Ghanem al-Masarir: I mocked the Saudi leader on YouTube - then my phone was hacked and I was beaten up in London

BBC News 2026-01-31 03:52:21.0913368


                            Ghanem al-Masarir: I mocked the Saudi leader on YouTube - then my phone was hacked and I was beaten up in London Author: BBC News
Satirist Ghanem al-Masarir has been awarded £3m in damages, but it's unclear if Saudi Arabia will pay. ... Read full article

Shutdown to Begin at Midnight After Senate Caves to Democrat Demands

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 03:51:25


                            Shutdown to Begin at Midnight After Senate Caves to Democrat Demands Author: Bradley Jaye
The majority of the federal government will shut down at midnight after the Senate insisted on bill negotiated over months with Democrats. ... Read full article

Saudis won’t let the US use its bases or airspace for an attack on Iran, senior Gulf official reveals

Fox News 2026-01-31 03:37:26.5453574


                            Saudis won’t let the US use its bases or airspace for an attack on Iran, senior Gulf official reveals Author:
As Trump weighs options on a possible strike on Iran, a senior Gulf official told Fox News that Saudi Arabia will not allow the U.S. to use its airspace or bases for such an attack. ... Read full article

US approves $6.6bn sale of attack helicopters, assault vehicles to Israel

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 03:36:41


                            US approves $6.6bn sale of attack helicopters, assault vehicles to Israel Author: Lyndal Rowlands
The approved sale includes 30 Apache helicopters, which Israeli forces have used to attack Palestinians in Gaza. ... Read full article

Democrat Sherrod Brown: Extending Protections for Haitian Migrants Is ‘Putting Ohio Communities First’

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 03:31:04


                            Democrat Sherrod Brown: Extending Protections for Haitian Migrants Is ‘Putting Ohio Communities First’ Author: Jasmyn Jordan
With TPS for Haitian migrants set to expire in Feb., former Sen. Sherrod Brown is calling on the administration to extend the designation. ... Read full article

Left-wing activists storming synagogue use knee pads, adult diaper to mock Dem congressman over ICE vote

Fox News 2026-01-31 03:22:21.3728822


                            Left-wing activists storming synagogue use knee pads, adult diaper to mock Dem congressman over ICE vote Author:
Viral video shows protesters disrupting Rep. Tom Suozzi at Long Island temple over ICE funding vote, using crude props and profane insults during event. ... Read full article

Brief US government shutdown begins after funding deadline lapses

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 03:09:28


                            Brief US government shutdown begins after funding deadline lapses Author: Al Jazeera
US gov’t funding impasse driven by Democratic anger over federal agents killing two people during immigration crackdown. ... Read full article

Exclusive--Steve Witkoff on Melania Trump as a ‘Great Human Being'

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 03:02:10


                            Exclusive--Steve Witkoff on Melania Trump as a ‘Great Human Being' Author: Jasmyn Jordan
Steve Witkoff said at the premiere of the Melania doc that the film is intended to present a fuller picture of first lady Melania Trump. ... Read full article

Joe Rogan skips Golden Globes after refusing to pay entry fee for podcast award nomination

Fox News 2026-01-31 02:37:12.389998


                            Joe Rogan skips Golden Globes after refusing to pay entry fee for podcast award nomination Author:
Joe Rogan says he declined to pay a $500 submission fee to be nominated for the Golden Globes’ new podcast category, arguing audience reach matters more than industry awards. ... Read full article

Newspaper headlines: 'Epstein invited to Palace' and 'I have Russian friend for you'

BBC News 2026-01-31 02:07:22.0457573


                            Newspaper headlines: 'Epstein invited to Palace' and 'I have Russian friend for you' Author: BBC News
Revelations from newly released documents related to Jeffrey Epstein dominate Saturday's papers. ... Read full article

Report: Don Lemon Released Without Bail After Arrest

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 01:56:26


                            Report: Don Lemon Released Without Bail After Arrest Author: Elizabeth Weibel
Former CNN host Don Lemon was reportedly released from custody without bail after he was arrested on Thursday. ... Read full article

Coast Guard searching for survivors after commercial fishing boat sinks off Massachusetts; 1 body recovered

Fox News 2026-01-31 01:37:21.8741304


                            Coast Guard searching for survivors after commercial fishing boat sinks off Massachusetts; 1 body recovered Author:
The Coast Guard is searching Massachusetts waters after fishing vessel Lily Jean reportedly sank off Cape Ann with seven aboard, including a NOAA observer. ... Read full article

DOJ Charges Don Lemon with Federal Civil Rights Crimes

Breitbart News 2026-01-31 01:34:35


                            DOJ Charges Don Lemon with Federal Civil Rights Crimes Author: Elizabeth Weibel
The DOJ charged former CNN host Don Lemon with federal civil rights crimes after he live streamed protesters storming a church in Minnesota. ... Read full article

More than 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern DR Congo: Report

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-31 01:24:58


                            More than 200 killed in mine collapse in eastern DR Congo: Report Author: Lyndal Rowlands
Rights groups have raised concerns over conditions at the mine, which supplies about 15 percent of the world’s coltan. ... Read full article

Judge deals another setback to Trump's election executive order

Associated Press 2026-01-31 00:59:04


                            Judge deals another setback to Trump's election executive order Author: Tom Verdin
A federal judge has blocked certain federal agencies from requesting citizenship status when distributing voter registration forms. The ruling Friday is the latest blow to a wide-ranging executive order on elections President Donald Trump signed last year. U.… ... Read full article

Murder suspects among 8 inmates who escaped Louisiana jail, manhunt launched

Fox News 2026-01-31 00:52:18.9914592


                            Murder suspects among 8 inmates who escaped Louisiana jail, manhunt launched Author:
A manhunt is underway for five of eight escaped Louisiana inmates. Louisiana State Police has taken the lead on the search. ... Read full article

5 early takeaways from DOJ’s big Epstein files drop

CNN 2026-01-31 00:43:40


                            5 early takeaways from DOJ’s big Epstein files drop Author: Aaron Blake
The Justice Department on Friday announced the long-awaited release of an enormous tranche of Jeffrey Epstein files, spanning more than 3 million pages, which it said fufilled its obligations under transparency legislation passed last year. ... Read full article

Don Lemon after release: ‘I will not stop now, I will not stop ever’

The Hill 2026-01-31 00:30:18


                            Don Lemon after release: ‘I will not stop now, I will not stop ever’ Author: Ryan Mancini
Former CNN host Don Lemon, released a day after federal officers arrested him in Los Angeles, defended his career in journalism on Friday, saying he will never stop reporting. U.S. District Judge Patricia Donahue ordered Lemon to be released on no money bond,… ... Read full article

Don Lemon defiant after Minnesota church protest arrest

MSNBC 2026-01-31 00:29:00


                            Don Lemon defiant after Minnesota church protest arrest Author: Ebony Davis, Fallon Gallagher
The former CNN anchor said he was there as a journalist, not an activist. ... Read full article

Millions of Jeffrey Epstein files released by US justice department

BBC News 2026-01-31 00:22:13.7412704


                            Millions of Jeffrey Epstein files released by US justice department Author: BBC News
Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke". ... Read full article

Venezuela announces amnesty bill that could lead to release of political prisoners

Associated Press 2026-01-31 00:07:53


                            Venezuela announces amnesty bill that could lead to release of political prisoners Author: Regina Garcia Cano
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has announced an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of hundreds of prisoners, including opposition leaders, journalists and human rights activists detained for political reasons. The measure had long been … ... Read full article

Judge and Jury: Hollywood Celebrity Ben Stiller Declares ICE an 'Armed Militia' Guilty of 'Violent Murder'

Breitbart News 2026-01-30 23:50:23


                            Judge and Jury: Hollywood Celebrity Ben Stiller Declares ICE an 'Armed Militia' Guilty of 'Violent Murder' Author: Warner Todd Huston
Actor and director Ben Stiller has posted a letter to his social media accusing federal immigration officers of being an "armed militia" who are guilty of "murdering American citizens." ... Read full article

Before her arrest, journalist Georgia Fort gave me dire warnings about the press

MSNBC 2026-01-30 23:49:44


                            Before her arrest, journalist Georgia Fort gave me dire warnings about the press Author: Ja'han Jones
The Minnesota journalists’s arrest reflects the Trump administration’s assault on the free press — and her warnings to me ring true today. ... Read full article

Protesters take to streets nationwide to decry ICE tactics in Minneapolis

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 23:48:16


                            Protesters take to streets nationwide to decry ICE tactics in Minneapolis Author: Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Kyle Rempfer, Ben Brasch, Tim Craig, Heather Kelly
Nationwide demonstrations followed federal officers fatally shooting a second U.S. citizen in Minneapolis in less than a month. ... Read full article

Senate passes massive government funding package, sending it to House

The Hill 2026-01-30 23:44:10


                            Senate passes massive government funding package, sending it to House Author: Alexander Bolton
The Senate voted overwhelmingly Friday to pass a major funding package consisting of five regular appropriations bills and a two-week stopgap measure for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) but the legislation won’t become law before parts of the govern… ... Read full article

ICE eyeing Ohio next, where it is expected to target Haitian immigrants

MSNBC 2026-01-30 23:38:18


                            ICE eyeing Ohio next, where it is expected to target Haitian immigrants Author: Laura Barrón-López, Marc Santia
An estimated 12,000 to 15,000 Haitians live in Springfield, Ohio, a community that President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance targeted during the 2024 campaign, falsely accusing the community of eating cats and dogs. ... Read full article

Jeffrey Epstein invited 'The Duke' to meet Russian woman

BBC News 2026-01-30 23:37:18.3808154


                            Jeffrey Epstein invited 'The Duke' to meet Russian woman Author: BBC News
The exchange emerges in the latest, wider batch of documents released by US justice officials. ... Read full article

Catherine O’Hara’s comedic prime was her entire career

MSNBC 2026-01-30 23:33:45


                            Catherine O’Hara’s comedic prime was her entire career Author: Erin Gloria Ryan
Erin Gloria Ryan: Catherine O’Hara’s comedic prime was her entire career. ... Read full article

Florida couple sues fertility clinic after allegedly giving birth to someone else's baby

Fox News 2026-01-30 23:22:23.4130641


                            Florida couple sues fertility clinic after allegedly giving birth to someone else's baby Author:
White couple sues Florida fertility clinic after giving birth to baby who appeared "racially non-Caucasian," genetic testing allegedly confirms embryo mix-up. ... Read full article

Musk exchanged emails with Epstein about partying on private island

USA Today 2026-01-30 22:54:54+00:00


                            Musk exchanged emails with Epstein about partying on private island Author: Joey Garrison
Elon Musk exchanged emails with Jeffrey Epstein in 2012 and 2013 about visiting the accused sex trafficker's private island. ... Read full article

Johnson backs fast-track process requiring Democratic support to swiftly end shutdown

The Hill 2026-01-30 22:33:34


                            Johnson backs fast-track process requiring Democratic support to swiftly end shutdown Author: Emily Brooks
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) told House Republicans he wants to utilize a special fast-track process that will require cooperation from Democrats to swiftly pass the funding package that the Senate is poised to send over and end what lawmakers hope will be a … ... Read full article

Trump taps career staffer to lead statistics agency whose chief he fired

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 22:23:13


                            Trump taps career staffer to lead statistics agency whose chief he fired Author: Lauren Kaori Gurley, Andrew Ackerman
The agency has been without a permanent leader since August when Trump fired its previous commissioner Erika McEntarfer over a weaker-than-expected jobs report. ... Read full article

DHS Arrests Illegals in Minnesota Including Pedophiles, Violent Assailants

Breitbart News 2026-01-30 22:01:37


                            DHS Arrests Illegals in Minnesota Including Pedophiles, Violent Assailants Author: Warner Todd Huston
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is highlighting the arrests Thursday of more of the "worst of the worst" criminal illegals ... Read full article

Ghislane Maxwell's citizenship records released in Epstein file drop

USA Today 2026-01-30 21:59:08+00:00


                            Ghislane Maxwell's citizenship records released in Epstein file drop Author: Karissa Waddick
Maxwell was convicted in 2021 of sex-trafficking minors to Jeffrey Epstein. ... Read full article

Catherine O'Hara death mourned by 'Schitt's Creek' cast – 'What a loss'

USA Today 2026-01-30 21:53:30+00:00


                            Catherine O'Hara death mourned by 'Schitt's Creek' cast – 'What a loss' Author: Patrick Ryan
The cast of "Schitt's Creek" is paying tribute to Emmy-winning star Catherine O'Hara, who died Jan. 30 at age 71. ... Read full article

What is the FACE Act, an obscure law used to prosecute Don Lemon?

MSNBC 2026-01-30 21:53:15


                            What is the FACE Act, an obscure law used to prosecute Don Lemon? Author: Julianne McShane
The Trump administration has reinterpreted the law, historically used to prosecute anti-abortion-rights activists who block reproductive health clinics. ... Read full article

‘Morning Joe’ reacts to ‘striking’ new poll showing Trump’s sinking approval

MSNBC 2026-01-30 21:41:58


                            ‘Morning Joe’ reacts to ‘striking’ new poll showing Trump’s sinking approval Author: Allison Detzel
A new poll found Trump's approval continues to drop amid his immigration crackdown, as Republicans even souring on the president. ... Read full article

Two Colorado School Districts Cancel Classes Over Staff Absences on Day of ICE Protests

Breitbart News 2026-01-30 20:46:35


                            Two Colorado School Districts Cancel Classes Over Staff Absences on Day of ICE Protests Author: Katherine Hamilton
Aurora Public Schools and Commerce City-based Adams 14 made the announcements ahead of nationwide "ICE Out" protests following the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. ... Read full article

Macaulay Culkin shares heartbreaking Catherine O'Hara tribute

USA Today 2026-01-30 20:31:17+00:00


                            Macaulay Culkin shares heartbreaking Catherine O'Hara tribute Author: Edward Segarra
The death of esteemed actress Catherine O'Hara sparked heartfelt tributes from several celebrities and former costars. ... Read full article

People we’ve lost in 2026

CNN 2026-01-30 19:56:13


                            People we’ve lost in 2026 Author:
Here are some notable people who have died in 2026. ... Read full article

Atlanta FBI boss ousted after balking at 2020 election probe

MSNBC 2026-01-30 19:42:27


                            Atlanta FBI boss ousted after balking at 2020 election probe Author: Ken Dilanian, Ebony Davis
Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown refused to execute search warrants over Trump’s long-running fraud claims, sources tell MS NOW. ... Read full article

Catherine O'Hara's career on screen, from 'Home Alone' to 'Schitt's Creek'

USA Today 2026-01-30 19:31:02+00:00


                            Catherine O'Hara's career on screen, from 'Home Alone' to 'Schitt's Creek' Author:
Catherine O'Hara, the legendary actress known for "Home Alone," "Best in Show" and "Schitt's Creek," has died at 71. ... Read full article

What to know about the temporary government shutdown this weekend

The Hill 2026-01-30 19:28:55


                            What to know about the temporary government shutdown this weekend Author: Sarah Davis
The government is likely to temporarily shut down this weekend after the Senate failed to pass a funding package on Thursday due to challenges from Democrats to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) bill.  Here’s what you need to know about the partial gove… ... Read full article

What the 'Melania' movie reveals (and what it leaves out)

USA Today 2026-01-30 19:15:28+00:00


                            What the 'Melania' movie reveals (and what it leaves out) Author: Patrick Ryan
Here's everything we learned from "Melania," which follows the first lady in the days leading up to President Donald Trump's 2025 inauguration. ... Read full article

Who is Kevin Warsh? What to know about Trump's next Fed chair nominee

USA Today 2026-01-30 18:42:35+00:00


                            Who is Kevin Warsh? What to know about Trump's next Fed chair nominee Author: Rachel Barber
If confirmed, Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve will assume the role at a time when maintaining its credibility will be part of the job. ... Read full article

Catherine O’Hara, ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Schitt’s Creek’ star, dead at 71

CNN 2026-01-30 18:40:01


                            Catherine O’Hara, ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Schitt’s Creek’ star, dead at 71 Author: Dan Heching, Miriam Elder, Sandra Gonzalez
Catherine O’Hara, who starred in legendary films “Beetlejuice” and “Home Alone” before taking a star turn as Moira Rose on “Schitt’s Creek,” has died. She was 71. ... Read full article

'Biggest snowstorm in decades' takes aim at parts of the South

USA Today 2026-01-30 18:36:20+00:00


                            'Biggest snowstorm in decades' takes aim at parts of the South Author: Jeanine Santucci
Leaders in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia issued or extended states of emergency ahead of the winter storm. ... Read full article

Catherine O'Hara dies at 71

Associated Press 2026-01-30 18:32:59


                            Catherine O'Hara dies at 71 Author:
Catherine O'Hara has died at 71. The was Emmy-winning actor known for her roles in "Home Alone" and "Schitt's Creek." Her agency, CAA, announced she died Friday at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness. O'Hara was a Canadian-born actor who gained fame th… ... Read full article

Catherine O’Hara, comedy star with a flair for improv, dies at 71

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 18:32:26


                            Catherine O’Hara, comedy star with a flair for improv, dies at 71 Author: Harrison Smith, Samantha Chery
The Canadian-born actress appeared in movies including “Beetlejuice” and “Home Alone” and won an Emmy Award as a star of “Schitt’s Creek.” ... Read full article

Catherine O'Hara, award-winning 'Home Alone,' 'Schitt's Creek' star, dies at 71

USA Today 2026-01-30 18:30:09+00:00


                            Catherine O'Hara, award-winning 'Home Alone,' 'Schitt's Creek' star, dies at 71 Author: Kelly Lawler, Taijuan Moorman
Catherine O'Hara, the award-winning star of "Schitt's Creek" and film classics "Home Alone" and "Beetlejuice," has died at 71. ... Read full article

US Department of Justice releases 3 million new Epstein documents

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-30 17:49:56


                            US Department of Justice releases 3 million new Epstein documents Author: Al Jazeera
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche says Friday’s release fulfills a requirement established by congressional law. ... Read full article

Justice Department says it’s releasing 3 million more documents from Epstein files

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 17:38:34


                            Justice Department says it’s releasing 3 million more documents from Epstein files Author: Perry Stein, Amy B Wang
The Justice Department says it is releasing the latest batch of files related to the federal investigations of convicted sex offenders Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. ... Read full article

California Gov. Newsom files civil rights complaint against Dr. Oz

USA Today 2026-01-30 17:37:29+00:00


                            California Gov. Newsom files civil rights complaint against Dr. Oz Author: Eduardo Cuevas
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator, a former TV talk show host, highlighted Armenian businesses alleging health care fraud. ... Read full article

Justice Department says it opened civil rights investigation into Pretti’s shooting

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 17:26:00


                            Justice Department says it opened civil rights investigation into Pretti’s shooting Author: Jeremy Roebuck
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s announcement signals an apparent shift from its handling so far of shootings involving agents. ... Read full article

With Warsh pick, Trump backs a longtime donor’s son-in-law to lead the Federal Reserve

MSNBC 2026-01-30 17:17:21


                            With Warsh pick, Trump backs a longtime donor’s son-in-law to lead the Federal Reserve Author: Steve Benen
There’s reason for skepticism about the choice — and that’s before one assesses the nominee’s background and vision. ... Read full article

South Africa orders expulsion of Israeli envoy, declared persona non grata

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-30 17:00:19


                            South Africa orders expulsion of Israeli envoy, declared persona non grata Author: Al Jazeera Staff
South Africa accuses Israeli representative of ‘gross abuse of diplomatic privilege’ as Israel orders reciprocal move. ... Read full article

Justice Department releases 3 million more Jeffrey Epstein files

MSNBC 2026-01-30 16:48:22


                            Justice Department releases 3 million more Jeffrey Epstein files Author: Sydney Carruth, Clarissa-Jan Lim
“There's not some tranche of super secret documents about Jeffrey Epstein that were that were withholding,” Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said, adding that the DOJ has “complied with the Act.” ... Read full article

DOJ releases final tranche of Epstein documents

The Hill 2026-01-30 16:39:54


                            DOJ releases final tranche of Epstein documents Author: Rebecca Beitsch
The Justice Department said Friday they have completed their review of the Epstein files, releasing 3 million additional documents to the public. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche told reporters Friday that the tranche being released will be one of the las… ... Read full article

Justice Department releases more Epstein files

Associated Press 2026-01-30 16:07:39


                            Justice Department releases more Epstein files Author: Eric Tucker, Michael R. Sisak, Alanna Durkin Richer
The Justice Department says it's releasing more than 3 million pages of documents in the latest Jeffrey Epstein disclosure. The documents were disclosed Friday under a law intended to reveal what the government knew about the millionaire financier’s sexual ab… ... Read full article

'A pretext to rig the election’: Democrats scramble to block ICE crackdowns near polling sites

Politico 2026-01-30 15:01:20+00:00


                            'A pretext to rig the election’: Democrats scramble to block ICE crackdowns near polling sites Author: Samuel Benson
Election officials are preparing for the possibility of immigration enforcement activity at or near polling sites in November. ... Read full article

How Much of Your Money Is Going to ICE?

Bloomberg 2026-01-30 14:30:39+00:00


                            How Much of Your Money Is Going to ICE? Author: Stacey Vanek Smith, Max Chafkin
On Everybody’s Business, we tackle the cost of Trump’s deportation campaign and look at a startup taking on the declining population. ... Read full article

Don Lemon arrested by federal officials over church protest

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 14:07:55


                            Don Lemon arrested by federal officials over church protest Author: Perry Stein
Former CNN host Don Lemon was arrested by federal officials and charged in connection with a church protest in Minneapolis that he had covered. ... Read full article

Journalist Don Lemon arrested in protest at Minnesota church

Associated Press 2026-01-30 13:23:24


                            Journalist Don Lemon arrested in protest at Minnesota church Author: Alanna Durkin Richer, Eric Tucker
Journalist Don Lemon has been arrested after he entered a Minnesota church and recorded anti-immigration enforcement protesters who disrupted a service. The protest Jan. 18 increased tensions between residents and the Trump administration. It is unclear what … ... Read full article

Journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort taken into custody after Minnesota church protest

CNN 2026-01-30 13:09:40


                            Journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort taken into custody after Minnesota church protest Author: Brian Stelter, Kara Scannell, Hannah Rabinowitz, Liam Reilly
Don Lemon was taken into custody on Thursday night in connection to a protest at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota, according to his attorney. ... Read full article

Trump taps Fed critic Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as chairman

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 12:13:09


                            Trump taps Fed critic Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as chairman Author: Andrew Ackerman
The Wall Street veteran once held hawkish views on interest rates but has recently signaled a stance more in line with the president’s public demands. ... Read full article

Record Forex Reserves Boost India’s Firepower to Shield Rupee

Bloomberg 2026-01-30 11:34:58+00:00


                            Record Forex Reserves Boost India’s Firepower to Shield Rupee Author: Malavika Kaur Makol
India’s foreign exchange reserves climbed to a record, bolstering the country’s ability to shield the rupee from excessive volatility and speculation. ... Read full article

Sports Betting Is Blurring the Lines Between Gaming, Gambling and Investing

Bloomberg 2026-01-30 11:00:27+00:00


                            Sports Betting Is Blurring the Lines Between Gaming, Gambling and Investing Author: Janet Paskin
Legalization unleashed explosive growth in US sports betting. In Everybody Loses , Danny Funt argues that it’s made watching (and playing) worse. ... Read full article

ICE buys warehouses for mass detention network, rattling locals

The Washington Post 2026-01-30 11:00:26


                            ICE buys warehouses for mass detention network, rattling locals Author: Jonathan O'Connell, Douglas MacMillan
ICE officials have quietly begun notifying warehouse owners and local officials of their interest in specific properties, prompting efforts to block the projects. ... Read full article

Janet Mills’ first TV ad hits ICE

Politico 2026-01-30 10:55:00+00:00


                            Janet Mills’ first TV ad hits ICE Author: Jessica Piper
The ad uses footage of the Maine governor criticizing the agency in a speech this week. ... Read full article

The US Is Flirting With Its First-Ever Population Decline

Bloomberg 2026-01-30 10:01:27+00:00


                            The US Is Flirting With Its First-Ever Population Decline Author: Shawn Donnan
America’s population wasn’t expected to start falling until 2081. Trump’s immigration crackdown means it could happen as soon as this year. ... Read full article

The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

Politico 2026-01-30 10:00:00+00:00


                            The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics Author:
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundred… ... Read full article

Minnesota Dems are trying to walk a tightrope with Trump

Politico 2026-01-30 10:00:00+00:00


                            Minnesota Dems are trying to walk a tightrope with Trump Author: Elena Schneider, Madison Fernandez
Dems have struck a fragile and uneasy peace with the president. Everyone’s holding their breath. ... Read full article

On LinkedIn, Everyone’s an AI Detective Now

Bloomberg 2026-01-30 09:00:31+00:00


                            On LinkedIn, Everyone’s an AI Detective Now Author: Lora Kelley
As AI-generated writing spreads across the platform, users are scrutinizing em dashes, emojis and repetitive phrasing to call out inauthenticity. ... Read full article

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