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Heart study flags dangerous rhythm risk for endurance athletes over 50

Fox News 2026-01-17 19:52:26.0444886


                            Heart study flags dangerous rhythm risk for endurance athletes over 50 Author:
A new study reveals male endurance athletes over 50 may face increased heart rhythm risks during exercise, especially those with existing muscle scarring. ... Read full article

Hayden Panettiere says growing up in Hollywood made her ‘very protective’ of kids on set

Fox News 2026-01-17 19:52:21.4963811


                            Hayden Panettiere says growing up in Hollywood made her ‘very protective’ of kids on set Author:
Former "Heroes" star Hayden Panettiere reveals she was a real-life sleepwalker before starring in the psychological thriller "Sleepwalker" with Beverly D'Angelo. ... Read full article

‘Blood on the streets’: Iranian who fled Karaj tells of brutal crackdown on protesters

CNN 2026-01-17 19:43:54


                            ‘Blood on the streets’: Iranian who fled Karaj tells of brutal crackdown on protesters Author: Ben Wedeman
Farzat never meant to be a taxi driver. While he was studying law in Tehran, he dabbled in politics. That’s when his troubles began, he told CNN. He was arrested and jailed four times over the last nine years. Because of his “criminal” record, the university … ... Read full article

Illegal immigrants rack up $1B+ in Texas hospital costs in FY 2025, total likely higher: report

Fox News 2026-01-17 19:37:16.121987


                            Illegal immigrants rack up $1B+ in Texas hospital costs in FY 2025, total likely higher: report Author:
Texas hospitals face over $1 billion in costs linked to illegal immigrants in first year of tracking, with 313,742 visits recorded under Gov. Greg Abbott's order. ... Read full article

Nigeria beat Egypt on penalties to claim AFCON bronze medal

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 19:22:24


                            Nigeria beat Egypt on penalties to claim AFCON bronze medal Author: News Agencies
Stanley Nwabali denies Mohamed Salah, saving two penalties as Nigeria beats Egypt for third place at 2025 AFCON. ... Read full article

Singapore is cracking down on public enemy number one - vapes

BBC News 2026-01-17 19:22:23.0753566


                            Singapore is cracking down on public enemy number one - vapes Author: BBC News
The city-state wants to stamp out e-cigarettes with harsh penalties including caning and fines. ... Read full article

College football's first Cuban Super Bowl pits a star QB vs. an entire city

USA Today 2026-01-17 19:16:26+00:00


                            College football's first Cuban Super Bowl pits a star QB vs. an entire city Author: Rick Jervis
Many know the College Football Championship simply as the "Natty." In this town, it's the "Cuban Super Bowl." ... Read full article

Trump says he will sue JPMorgan Chase over ‘incorrect’ post-Jan 6 debanking

Fox News 2026-01-17 18:57:01


                            Trump says he will sue JPMorgan Chase over ‘incorrect’ post-Jan 6 debanking Author: Michael Dorgan
President Donald Trump announces plans to sue JPMorgan Chase, accusing the bank of cutting off his accounts after the Jan. 6 Capitol protest. ... Read full article

Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s first female governor in historic inauguration

CNN 2026-01-17 18:55:35


                            Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia’s first female governor in historic inauguration Author: Associated Press
Democrat Abigail Spanberger was sworn into office Saturday as Virginia’s first female governor, amid a cold drizzle outside the state Capitol after centuries of men holding the commonwealth’s top office. ... Read full article

Laura Kuenssberg: Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right?

BBC News 2026-01-17 18:37:21.3253186


                            Laura Kuenssberg: Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right? Author: BBC News
He's a big political character adapting to a new political tribe, but his move could be overshadowed by a poisonous row. ... Read full article

Ant and Dec sorry after 'insensitive' podcast promo prompts backlash

BBC News 2026-01-17 18:22:22.0589494


                            Ant and Dec sorry after 'insensitive' podcast promo prompts backlash Author: BBC News
A social media video publicising their new podcast drew criticism for evoking "suicide imagery". ... Read full article

Zelenskyy demands faster energy imports as Ukraine reels from power outages

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 18:18:28


                            Zelenskyy demands faster energy imports as Ukraine reels from power outages Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure leave thousands without power in freezing winter temperatures. ... Read full article

Trump Blasts Dimon, Threatens to Sue JP Morgan Over Debanking

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 18:11:19+00:00


                            Trump Blasts Dimon, Threatens to Sue JP Morgan Over Debanking Author: Josh Wingrove, María Paula Mijares Torres
President Donald Trump railed against JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its leader Jamie Dimon, threatening to sue the banking giant over his claim that he was debanked after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. ... Read full article

Molly Russell's dad says under-16 social media ban would be wrong

BBC News 2026-01-17 18:07:26.9190736


                            Molly Russell's dad says under-16 social media ban would be wrong Author: BBC News
The online safety campaigner says it is better to enforce current laws than use "sledgehammer" techniques. ... Read full article

FBI captures Top Ten Most Wanted fugitive in Mexico sought over 2016 murder of NC co-worker

Fox News 2026-01-17 18:07:23.3862329


                            FBI captures Top Ten Most Wanted fugitive in Mexico sought over 2016 murder of NC co-worker Author:
FBI Director Kash Patel announced the arrest of a wanted fugitive who has been on the run after the murder of his former co-worker in 2016. ... Read full article

Protests in Greenland and Denmark against Trump plans

BBC News 2026-01-17 18:07:22.7145276


                            Protests in Greenland and Denmark against Trump plans Author: BBC News
Demonstrators took to the streets in Danish cities as well as in Greenland's capital, Nuuk. ... Read full article

Carney’s China Embrace Widens Gap With US in Trump’s Tariff Era

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 18:00:22+00:00


                            Carney’s China Embrace Widens Gap With US in Trump’s Tariff Era Author: Thomas Seal, Laura Dhillon Kane, Danielle Bochove
Canada has long stuck closely to the US on China policy, even through a diplomatic crisis over high-profile prisoners. Along with historic trade ties, that alignment is now cracking. ... Read full article

Democrat slammed for staying seated during Trump speech honoring victims’ families

Fox News 2026-01-17 17:52:19.6213614


                            Democrat slammed for staying seated during Trump speech honoring victims’ families Author:
Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar confronted on Fox News's Sean Hannity after refusing to stand during Trump's address honoring families of children killed by illegal immigrants. ... Read full article

Somalia’s President Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 17:44:07+00:00


                            Somalia’s President Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland Author: Mohamed Omar Ahmed
Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland has been rejected globally and domestically, adding that Somalia’s unity is “non-negotiable.” ... Read full article

Comer Vows to 'Get Answers' About Ilhan Omar's 'Skyrocketing' Wealth

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 17:41:18


                            Comer Vows to 'Get Answers' About Ilhan Omar's 'Skyrocketing' Wealth Author: Amy Furr
Rep. Ilhan Omar is under the microscope due to her family's growing wealth as her state faces heavy criticism over fraud scandals connected to its Somali community. ... Read full article

Indonesia searches for missing plane with at least 10 on board

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 17:40:55


                            Indonesia searches for missing plane with at least 10 on board Author: Al Jazeera
Fisheries minister says three employees from ministry on board plane, operated by Indonesia Air Transport. ... Read full article

Minnesota faculty union calls for 'economic blackout' to protest ICE operations in Minneapolis

Fox News 2026-01-17 17:37:22.3555149


                            Minnesota faculty union calls for 'economic blackout' to protest ICE operations in Minneapolis Author:
Minnesota faculty union urges members to join an "economic blackout" protesting federal immigration enforcement, asking educators to skip work and participate. ... Read full article

Thousands Protest in Greenland and Denmark over Trump Demands

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 17:29:25


                            Thousands Protest in Greenland and Denmark over Trump Demands Author: Breitbart London
Thousands demonstrated in the capital of Greenland on Saturday against President Donald Trump's plans for the US to aquire the island. ... Read full article

Trump announces tariffs on European countries opposing Greenland takeover

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 17:24:27


                            Trump announces tariffs on European countries opposing Greenland takeover Author: Michael Birnbaum
The move escalates tensions between the U.S. and longtime allies that have been sending Trump a message that the territory of Denmark is not for sale. ... Read full article

Former Iranian prisoners reveal torture horrors as regime kills protesters on sight during crackdown

Fox News 2026-01-17 17:22:29.8720951


                            Former Iranian prisoners reveal torture horrors as regime kills protesters on sight during crackdown Author:
Three former Iran political prisoners share harrowing accounts of detention abuse, warning the world about escalating violence during current uprising. ... Read full article

Trump to Tariff Denmark, Seven Other European Nations over Greenland

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 17:19:07


                            Trump to Tariff Denmark, Seven Other European Nations over Greenland Author: Kurt Zindulka
Trump announced that he will impose a 10 per cent tariff on eight European nations for their opposition to America acquiring Greenland. ... Read full article

Trump announces 10 percent tariffs on Denmark, allies amid Greenland turmoil

The Hill 2026-01-17 17:14:53


                            Trump announces 10 percent tariffs on Denmark, allies amid Greenland turmoil Author: Sophie Brams
President Trump announced Saturday that he will implement a 10 percent tariff on Denmark and its European allies starting next month, ratcheting up the pressure in his bid to acquire Greenland.  “We have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the Eur… ... Read full article

Trump announces escalating tariffs on Denmark and other European nations to force Greenland purchase deal

Fox News 2026-01-17 17:07:20.6216051


                            Trump announces escalating tariffs on Denmark and other European nations to force Greenland purchase deal Author:
President Donald Trump has announced the United States would impose 10% tariffs on multiple European countries unless Denmark agrees to a purchase. ... Read full article

EU Inks South America Trade Deal After 25 Years of Negotiations

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 17:00:02+00:00


                            EU Inks South America Trade Deal After 25 Years of Negotiations Author: Daniel Carvalho, Beatriz Reis
The European Union and Mercosur officially signed one of the world’s largest free trade agreements on Saturday, clinching a deal that has been in the works for more than two decades. ... Read full article

Trump’s year on immigration reflects massive change in American life

The Hill 2026-01-17 17:00:00


                            Trump’s year on immigration reflects massive change in American life Author: Rebecca Beitsch
In his first year back in office, President Trump has completely shifted the U.S. approach to immigration, launching the most visible enforcement effort seen in history while closing the door to many legal pathways for entering the U.S. Trump promised to plug… ... Read full article

'Thorn Birds' star Rachel Ward fires back at fans who mocked her 'unkempt appearance' at 68

Fox News 2026-01-17 16:52:15.34135


                            'Thorn Birds' star Rachel Ward fires back at fans who mocked her 'unkempt appearance' at 68 Author:
"The Thorn Birds" star Rachel Ward, 68, delivers an empowering message about aging naturally after critics target her appearance in viral farm video. ... Read full article

India Regulator Fines IndiGo $2.4 Million Over December Meltdown

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 16:42:52+00:00


                            India Regulator Fines IndiGo $2.4 Million Over December Meltdown Author: Mihir Mishra
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation said late Saturday that it imposed a penalty of over 220 million rupees ($2.4 million) on IndiGo and chided the airline’s executives over their December flight cancellations. ... Read full article

Trump pledges to slap tariffs on European allies over Greenland

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 16:41:14


                            Trump pledges to slap tariffs on European allies over Greenland Author: Al Jazeera
This is a breaking news story. ... Read full article

Four U-Va. board members resign as Spanberger takes office in Virignia

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 16:39:51


                            Four U-Va. board members resign as Spanberger takes office in Virignia Author: Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff
At least four University of Virginia board members, including its leaders and a major donor, resigned after incoming governor Abigail Spanberger (D) asked several appointees of her Republican predecessor to step down. ... Read full article

Miller amid Greenland push: Nations not entitled to territories ‘they cannot defend’

The Hill 2026-01-17 16:38:52


                            Miller amid Greenland push: Nations not entitled to territories ‘they cannot defend’ Author: Sarah Davis
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller on Friday doubled down on the Trump administration’s argument that acquiring Greenland is “essential” for U.S. national security. “The new domain of international competition is going to be polar competition,” … ... Read full article

Trump to Impose Tariffs on Some European Nations Over Greenland

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 16:27:05+00:00


                            Trump to Impose Tariffs on Some European Nations Over Greenland Author: Josh Wingrove
President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on European countries rallying to Denmark’s side in his pursuit of Greenland. ... Read full article

‘Manchurian Generation’ Ballot Flood: More than 1 Million Chinese With U.S. Citizenship Could Vote in 2030 Elections

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 16:20:08


                            ‘Manchurian Generation’ Ballot Flood: More than 1 Million Chinese With U.S. Citizenship Could Vote in 2030 Elections Author: Bradley Jaye
More than one million Chinese with U.S. citizenship who grew up in communist China will soon start voting in American elections, Peter Schweizer reveals in his new book, "The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon." ... Read full article

Minnesota: Biden-Appointed Judge's Order Bans Feds from Arresting Protesters

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 16:15:02


                            Minnesota: Biden-Appointed Judge's Order Bans Feds from Arresting Protesters Author: Amy Furr
A judge in Minnesota is trying to tie the hands of federal agents on the ground as anti-ICE protesters bring chaos to the state. ... Read full article

'It's People Like You That Don't Care About the American People': Hannity, Dem Rep. Thanedar Clash over Immigration, ICE Tactics

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 16:08:36


                            'It's People Like You That Don't Care About the American People': Hannity, Dem Rep. Thanedar Clash over Immigration, ICE Tactics Author: Jeff Poor
Friday on FNC's "Hannity," host Sean Hannity and Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-MI) had a heated back-and-forth debate over deportations, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) tactics and if Democrats were taking into account the crimes and victims of crime commit… ... Read full article

Massive protests in Denmark to tell US to keep 'Hands off Greenland'

USA Today 2026-01-17 16:06:37+00:00


                            Massive protests in Denmark to tell US to keep 'Hands off Greenland' Author: Josh Meyer
Protesters chanted 'Greenland is not for sale' and marched to the US embassy in Copenhagen in show of solidarity with residents of Arctic island. ... Read full article

Thousands join ‘Hands off Greenland’ protests amid Trump’s takeover threats

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 16:03:08


                            Thousands join ‘Hands off Greenland’ protests amid Trump’s takeover threats Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Copenhagen rally organiser says ‘world must wake up’ as Donald Trump threatens to seize self-governing Danish island. ... Read full article

Breaking down the ‘Heated Rivalry’ fame machine, and what it means to ‘frictionmaxx’ | CNN

CNN 2026-01-17 15:58:59.483


                            Breaking down the ‘Heated Rivalry’ fame machine, and what it means to ‘frictionmaxx’ | CNN Author: Alex Clark, Jessica Chou, Richa Naik, Audie Cornish
In this special episode of The Assignment, Audie Cornish reunites with Ari Shapiro to talk about… gay hockey. The two friends share their thoughts on the rise of Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, discuss how their trajectories may follow everyone from Jenni… ... Read full article

Guinea Former Military Leader Doumbouya Sworn In as President

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 15:53:41+00:00

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Guinea’s former military leader Mamadi Doumbouya has been sworn in as president for a seven-year term, marking a return to constitutional order in the West African nation four years after a putsch. ... Read full article

2020 Fed Transcripts Show How Powell Sold Fateful Rate Guidance

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 15:40:02+00:00


                            2020 Fed Transcripts Show How Powell Sold Fateful Rate Guidance Author: Maria Eloisa Capurro
Transcripts of the Federal Reserve’s 2020 policy meetings, made public Friday, revealed new details about how Chair Jerome Powell pushed for a change he would later regret. ... Read full article

Withernsea: Body recovered in search for girl missing at sea

BBC News 2026-01-17 15:22:23.2628034


                            Withernsea: Body recovered in search for girl missing at sea Author: BBC News
Grace Keeling, 15, was swept into the sea at Withernsea on 2 January. ... Read full article

Judge Bars LAPD's Use of Less-Lethal Foam Bullets on Protesters

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 15:16:03


                            Judge Bars LAPD's Use of Less-Lethal Foam Bullets on Protesters Author: AWR Hawkins
U.S. District Court Judge Consuelo B. Marshall issued an order forcing LAPD officers to stop using 40mm foam projectiles against protesters. ... Read full article

Malaysia’s Once-Dominant UMNO to Work With Political Rivals

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 15:13:01+00:00


                            Malaysia’s Once-Dominant UMNO to Work With Political Rivals Author: Kok Leong Chan, Netty Idayu Ismail
The United Malays National Organization, a key member of Malaysia’s ruling coalition, is cooperating with the nation’s Malay-Muslim opposition parties, hinting at the possibility of a shift in alliances after the next general election. ... Read full article

Minneapolis braces for march called by pardoned Jan. 6 rioter

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 15:09:33


                            Minneapolis braces for march called by pardoned Jan. 6 rioter Author: Rachel Hatzipanagos, Brianna Tucker, Justine McDaniel
A rally organized by a provocateur known for incendiary rhetoric is planned, while counterprotests are also expected. Officials are urging calm. ... Read full article

Trump asks Turkiye’s Erdogan, Egypt’s el-Sisi to join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 15:08:16


                            Trump asks Turkiye’s Erdogan, Egypt’s el-Sisi to join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ Author: Al Jazeera
The board will supervise the temporary governance of Gaza, which has been under a fragile ceasefire since October. ... Read full article

New WSJ poll shows voters increasingly unhappy with Trump on economy

USA Today 2026-01-17 15:04:31+00:00


                            New WSJ poll shows voters increasingly unhappy with Trump on economy Author: Josh Meyer
More voters rate the economy as weak, by 15 percentage points, a deterioration from July, when negative views predominated by 4 points. ... Read full article

No, Trump can’t cancel the midterms. He’s doing this instead

CNN 2026-01-17 15:00:58


                            No, Trump can’t cancel the midterms. He’s doing this instead Author: Zachary Wolf
Worried about losing unified Republican power in Washington and mystified at his lack of support among the public, President Donald Trump keeps talking about not holding the November midterm elections, when Republicans could lose control of the House, Senate … ... Read full article

Army Hypersonic Missile Fielding Falters on Missed Deadline

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 15:00:00+00:00


                            Army Hypersonic Missile Fielding Falters on Missed Deadline Author: Anthony Capaccio
The Army has once again missed its own deadline for fielding the first US hypersonic weapon, in a sign that one of the Pentagon’s top priorities is still behind schedule. ... Read full article

Reports: Justice Dept. Investigates Tim Walz, Jacob Frey for Obstruction

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 14:16:37


                            Reports: Justice Dept. Investigates Tim Walz, Jacob Frey for Obstruction Author: Neil Munro
The Department of Justice is reportedly investigating Minnesota Gov. Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for obstructing law enforcement.Crime ... Read full article

Trump confidants, former British leader and Middle East officials are at forefront of US Gaza plan

Associated Press 2026-01-17 13:42:15


                            Trump confidants, former British leader and Middle East officials are at forefront of US Gaza plan Author: Sam Mednick
President Donald Trump’s new Gaza ceasefire plan includes a committee to manage Gaza's daily affairs. The White House announced this on Friday. The plan features an executive committee with international experts and a "Board of Peace" led by Trump. Key figure… ... Read full article

Iran's supreme leader blames US for protests

BBC News 2026-01-17 13:22:17.9500786


                            Iran's supreme leader blames US for protests Author: BBC News
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei alleges the US instigated recent unrest in which thousands have been killed. ... Read full article

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni wins seventh term

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 13:13:02


                            Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni wins seventh term Author: Al Jazeera
This is a breaking news story. ... Read full article

Senegal vs Morocco: AFCON final – teams, start time, lineups

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 13:09:29


                            Senegal vs Morocco: AFCON final – teams, start time, lineups Author: Kevin Hand
Morocco carry the weight of a nation into the 2025 AFCON final as the hosts look to end a 50-year wait against Senegal. ... Read full article

Jess's Rule to be advertised in all GP surgeries in England

BBC News 2026-01-17 13:07:18.7473197


                            Jess's Rule to be advertised in all GP surgeries in England Author: BBC News
Jessica Brady died of advanced stage 4 cancer after initially being told by GPs she had long Covid. ... Read full article

Ben Affleck’s son wanted to try sports betting. He's far from alone.

USA Today 2026-01-17 13:01:15+00:00


                            Ben Affleck’s son wanted to try sports betting. He's far from alone. Author: Rachel Hale
On Jimmy Kimmel Live, Ben Affleck shared that his 13-year-old son asked him for sports betting money. The conversation is resonating with viewers. ... Read full article

Why people in 2026 are hung up on 2016

CNN 2026-01-17 13:01:00


                            Why people in 2026 are hung up on 2016 Author: Scottie Andrew
Celebrities and laypeople are sharing fond memories from 2016, the era of face “baking” and #ImWithHer, when some of the biggest national dramas pitted Kim Kardashian against Taylor Swift. ... Read full article

Iran's supreme leader calls Trump a 'criminal' over protest support

Associated Press 2026-01-17 12:44:59


                            Iran's supreme leader calls Trump a 'criminal' over protest support Author: Elena Becatoros
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for supporting Iranian protesters. In a speech on Saturday, Khamenei accused Trump of encouraging unrest and labeled him a "criminal." He said the protests, which began on… ... Read full article

Sienna Rose: AI suspicions surround mysterious singer

BBC News 2026-01-17 12:22:18.3565499


                            Sienna Rose: AI suspicions surround mysterious singer Author: BBC News
She has millions of Spotify listeners, but fans don't know what to believe about whether she's real. ... Read full article

The price of youth sports can be heavy. Should you pay it?

USA Today 2026-01-17 12:03:10+00:00


                            The price of youth sports can be heavy. Should you pay it? Author: Stephen Borelli
To change the culture for kids and parents, we need to think more about how much we're spending, and why. What's your number? ... Read full article

Iran’s Khamenei says US, Israel links behind ‘thousands killed’ in protests

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 11:31:04


                            Iran’s Khamenei says US, Israel links behind ‘thousands killed’ in protests Author: Al Jazeera
The country’s supreme leader says foreign-backed protests ‘caused massive damage and killed several thousands’. ... Read full article

Ukrainian delegation in US for peace talks as Russia attacks energy sites

Associated Press 2026-01-17 11:29:22


                            Ukrainian delegation in US for peace talks as Russia attacks energy sites Author:
A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United States for talks on a U.S.-led diplomatic push to end the nearly 4-year-old war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff, Kyrylo Budanov, said he arrived to discuss peace agreement details. The… ... Read full article

US delegation reassures Denmark and Greenland after Trump's tariff threat

Associated Press 2026-01-17 11:28:31


                            US delegation reassures Denmark and Greenland after Trump's tariff threat Author: Daniel Niemann
A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation is seeking to reassure Denmark and Greenland after President Donald Trump threatened tariffs if nations don’t support a U.S. takeover of Greenland. On Saturday in Copenhagen, delegation leader Sen. Chris Coons expres… ... Read full article

Icy Greenland is anything but green. How did it get that name?

USA Today 2026-01-17 11:02:24+00:00


                            Icy Greenland is anything but green. How did it get that name? Author: Doyle Rice
The story of Greenland's name weaves together sly marketing, climate change and the Vikings. ... Read full article

4 astronauts will soon take an unprecedented path to the moon. But why aren’t they landing?

CNN 2026-01-17 11:01:00


                            4 astronauts will soon take an unprecedented path to the moon. But why aren’t they landing? Author: Jacopo Prisco
NASA’s upcoming Artemis II flight will be the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, but it will not land on the moon. Here’s why. ... Read full article

From ‘A+’ grade to ‘we can’t stand this much longer,’ Georgia voters take stock of Trump’s first year back in office

CNN 2026-01-17 11:00:59


                            From ‘A+’ grade to ‘we can’t stand this much longer,’ Georgia voters take stock of Trump’s first year back in office Author: Jeff Zeleny
Franz Rowland has heard President Donald Trump endlessly brag about a roaring economy, but he’s seen few signs of it from his cotton farm here in southern Georgia. ... Read full article

Ocasio-Cortez ramps up fight with Vance amid 2028 speculation

The Hill 2026-01-17 11:00:00


                            Ocasio-Cortez ramps up fight with Vance amid 2028 speculation Author: Amie Parnes
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is increasingly taking aim at Vice President Vance, her possible opponent in a 2028 presidential matchup, should she choose to launch a White House bid.  In the last week, Ocasio-Cortez has drawn a stark contrast between… ... Read full article

Trump Justice Department enters new territory with probe of Walz, Frey

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 11:00:00


                            Trump Justice Department enters new territory with probe of Walz, Frey Author: Patrick Marley, Yasmeen Abutaleb
The agency is targeting critics during a moment of crisis in which protesters are clashing with federal agents on icy city streets. ... Read full article

Minneapolis Council Member: There's No Legitimate Role for ICE Here

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 10:39:28


                            Minneapolis Council Member: There's No Legitimate Role for ICE Here Author: Ian Hanchett
During an interview with CBS's "The Takeout" on Friday, Minneapolis City Council Member Aurin Chowdhury responded to a question on if ICE has any | Clips ... Read full article

Dem Rep. Ivey: We're Looking to Cut Off Funds to 'Get Homeland Security's Attention'

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 10:39:02


                            Dem Rep. Ivey: We're Looking to Cut Off Funds to 'Get Homeland Security's Attention' Author: Ian Hanchett
On Friday's broadcast of CNN's "Laura Coates Live," Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD) discussed ICE and stated that Democrats in Congress "are looking cutting off | Clips ... Read full article

Dan Bongino vilified the FBI, then led it. His audience has questions.

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 10:37:27.1221902

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In Denmark, U.S. lawmakers contradict Trump on need to own Greenland

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 10:06:14


                            In Denmark, U.S. lawmakers contradict Trump on need to own Greenland Author: Steve Hendrix, Noah Robertson, Theodoric Meyer
Leaders of the bipartisan delegation said most Americans don’t want to acquire Greenland, and that Russia and China don’t pose imminent security risks to the territory. ... Read full article

RFK Jr. on vaccines, meat and 5G towers. A USA TODAY exclusive

USA Today 2026-01-17 10:05:39+00:00


                            RFK Jr. on vaccines, meat and 5G towers. A USA TODAY exclusive Author: Will Carless
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has spent his first year in office radically transforming the intersection of government and healthcare. ... Read full article

How the Supreme Court made it hard to sue ICE agent in Renee Good case

USA Today 2026-01-17 10:04:39+00:00


                            How the Supreme Court made it hard to sue ICE agent in Renee Good case Author: Aysha Bagchi
Under recent Supreme Court decisions, lawsuits alleging federal ICE agents committed abuse have a narrow pathway to get into court. ... Read full article

Has it only been a year? 12 months of all Trump, all the time

USA Today 2026-01-17 10:01:38+00:00


                            Has it only been a year? 12 months of all Trump, all the time Author: Susan Page
No president has been so ubiquitous in American life. From military incursions to primetime sports, Trump has been impossible to miss. ... Read full article

What science says about how weight-loss drugs affect cancer risk

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 10:00:16.298


                            What science says about how weight-loss drugs affect cancer risk Author: Allyson Chiu
Evidence is mounting that GLP-1 drugs may play a role in reducing cancer risk and deaths from certain cancers. ... Read full article

Abigail Spanberger to be sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 10:00:00


                            Abigail Spanberger to be sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor Author: Gregory S. Schneider
Democratic former congresswoman Abigail Spanberger was set to be sworn in Saturday around noon as Virginia’s 75th governor, pledging a centrist agenda in a divided era. ... Read full article

These prophets of economic doom are worried about another collapse

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 10:00:00


                            These prophets of economic doom are worried about another collapse Author: Lisa Bonos
The current investment boom is triggering déjà vu for some economists and traders who successfully predicted past economic crashes. ... Read full article

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni secures seventh term with 71.65% of votes

Associated Press 2026-01-17 08:33:40


                            Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni secures seventh term with 71.65% of votes Author:
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has won his seventh term with 71.65% of the vote, according to official results released Saturday. His main challenger, Bobi Wine, received 24.72% and is expected to reject the outcome. Wine has criticized the electoral proce… ... Read full article

Syria live news: Army takes control of Deir Hafer as SDF withdraws

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-17 08:14:34


                            Syria live news: Army takes control of Deir Hafer as SDF withdraws Author: Caolán Magee
Army says its forces are working to clear the city of mines and other war remnants. ... Read full article

Supreme Court takes up gun owners' challenge to 'Vampire Rules'

USA Today 2026-01-17 08:00:52+00:00


                            Supreme Court takes up gun owners' challenge to 'Vampire Rules' Author: Maureen Groppe
After expanding the right to bear arms outside the home, the Supreme Court may make it harder for states to control where in public guns are allowed. ... Read full article

Family of Iranian protester searched for her body in a pile of corpses

Associated Press 2026-01-17 07:45:29


                            Family of Iranian protester searched for her body in a pile of corpses Author: Sarah El Deeb, Julia Frankel
The family of a 23-year-old Iranian college student believes she was killed by a bullet fired by Iranian security forces. Robina Aminian's relatives say the family had to search through bloodied corpses to find her and rushed out with her body because they fe… ... Read full article

Fibremaxxing: Trend for eating more fibre has surprising benefits

BBC News 2026-01-17 05:52:21.855326


                            Fibremaxxing: Trend for eating more fibre has surprising benefits Author: BBC News
Fibre is making a comeback and this is a wellbeing trend nutritionists are getting excited about. ... Read full article

Tension and chaos take hold during Trump's Minneapolis-area immigration crackdown

Associated Press 2026-01-17 05:01:16


                            Tension and chaos take hold during Trump's Minneapolis-area immigration crackdown Author: Tim Sullivan
Work starts around sunrise for the federal officers carrying out the immigration crackdown in and around the Twin Cities, with people in tactical gear streaming from a bland office building. Soon they leave in the unmarked convoys which have quickly become fe… ... Read full article

FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific

Associated Press 2026-01-17 03:00:18


                            FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific Author:
The Federal Aviation Administration is urging U.S. aircraft operators to “exercise caution” when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean near Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing “military activities” and satellite navigation interference.… ... Read full article

Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters

Associated Press 2026-01-17 01:42:10


                            Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters Author:
A U.S. judge has ruled federal officers in Minneapolis-area immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters. U.S. District Judge Kate Menendez ruled Friday in a case filed in December on behalf of six Minnesota activists. Thousands of peopl… ... Read full article

DOJ issues subpoenas for Walz, Minneapolis mayor in criminal investigation

The Hill 2026-01-17 00:53:55


                            DOJ issues subpoenas for Walz, Minneapolis mayor in criminal investigation Author: Ryan Mancini
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Friday issued subpoenas for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (D), accusing them of standing in the way of federal law enforcement officer’s abilities to carry out their jobs, The Washington Post r… ... Read full article

Schatz says US ‘absolutely rolled’ by China-Canada trade deal

The Hill 2026-01-16 21:13:50


                            Schatz says US ‘absolutely rolled’ by China-Canada trade deal Author: Ashleigh Fields
Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) said Friday Americans would be hurt by a trade deal between China and Canada as foreign nations seek new trade partners amid the Trump administration’s tariff wars. “We just got absolutely rolled in this Canada – China deal. A sta… ... Read full article

Bacon says he would ‘lean’ toward Trump impeachment if Greenland invaded: ‘Utter buffoonery’

The Hill 2026-01-16 13:43:26


                            Bacon says he would ‘lean’ toward Trump impeachment if Greenland invaded: ‘Utter buffoonery’ Author: Ashleigh Fields
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) said Wednesday he’d consider impeaching President Trump if the U.S. decides to invade Greenland, which he described as “utter buffoonery.” “It’s ridiculous that this has to even be done,” Bacon told the Omaha World-Herald. “But when th… ... Read full article

More than 100 dead in torrential rains and floods across southern Africa

Associated Press 2026-01-16 12:41:31


                            More than 100 dead in torrential rains and floods across southern Africa Author: Mogomotsi Magome, Michelle Gumede, Gerald Imray
Authorities say torrential rains and flooding have killed more than 100 people in South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe in recent weeks and are warning that more severe weather is expected across the southern African region. South Africa has reported at least… ... Read full article

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How Trump’s Iran strike options are shaped by Venezuela buildup

The Hill 2026-01-16 11:00:00


                            How Trump’s Iran strike options are shaped by Venezuela buildup Author: Filip Timotija
President Trump’s strike options against Iran amid the nationwide protests are shaped by his massive military buildup in the Caribbean, which has ballooned since late last year and culminated in the U.S. special forces’ capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolas… ... Read full article

States jockey to get to the front of the line of Democrats’ 2028 primary

Politico 2026-01-16 10:45:00+00:00


                            States jockey to get to the front of the line of Democrats’ 2028 primary Author: Elena Schneider
States have until Friday to apply to be an early primary contest in 2028. ... Read full article

CNN poll finds majority of Americans say Trump is focused on the wrong priorities

CNN 2026-01-16 10:00:59


                            CNN poll finds majority of Americans say Trump is focused on the wrong priorities Author: Ariel Edwards-Levy, Jennifer Agiesta, Edward Wu
Public opinion on nearly every aspect of President Donald Trump’s first year back in the White House is negative, a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS finds, with a majority of Americans saying Trump is focused on the wrong priorities and doing too little to addr… ... Read full article

The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics

Politico 2026-01-16 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

Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson appears in court as defense pushes to disqualify prosecutors from the case

CNN 2026-01-16 05:01:02


                            Alleged Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson appears in court as defense pushes to disqualify prosecutors from the case Author: Andi Babineau, Nick Watt
Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, is in a Utah court Friday afternoon for what could be a consequential hearing in the case. ... Read full article

Homan says Trump administration needs better ‘messaging’ about immigration enforcement

The Hill 2026-01-16 04:04:24


                            Homan says Trump administration needs better ‘messaging’ about immigration enforcement Author: Ryan Mancini
White House border czar Tom Homan said Thursday the Trump administration needs to be better about its “messaging” over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations across the country. “I think we’re being egged on by the press,” Homan told Laura Ingra… ... Read full article

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