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The Washington Post 2026-01-18 10:22:45.0396254

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Heated Rivalry author: I thought ice-hockey romance was too steamy for TV

BBC News 2026-01-18 10:22:23.6026016


                            Heated Rivalry author: I thought ice-hockey romance was too steamy for TV Author: BBC News
Rachel Reid thought her books, about an illicit relationship between two star hockey players, were "unadaptable". ... Read full article

Some Venezuelan prisoners are being freed. Others have disappeared.

The Washington Post 2026-01-18 10:00:00


                            Some Venezuelan prisoners are being freed. Others have disappeared. Author: Ana Vanessa Herrero
At least 50 prisoners in Venezuela’s prison system have been transferred to undisclosed locations. Families are pushing for answers. ... Read full article

The retired peace professor who brought her protest to Stephen Miller’s home

The Washington Post 2026-01-18 10:00:00


                            The retired peace professor who brought her protest to Stephen Miller’s home Author: Olivia George
Barbara Wien, a retired peace studies professor, believes she was confronting a threat to her community with her protest of Stephen Miller. Some say she’s the danger. ... Read full article

This company says it has produced the Holy Grail of batteries

The Washington Post 2026-01-18 10:00:00


                            This company says it has produced the Holy Grail of batteries Author: Nicolás Rivero
New batteries in electric vehicles could store more energy, charge faster and last longer, while lowering fire risk ... Read full article

Two killed, dozens wounded in large Russian drone attacks across Ukraine

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 09:49:03


                            Two killed, dozens wounded in large Russian drone attacks across Ukraine Author: Al Jazeera Staff
More than 200,000 people in the Russian-occupied part of Zaporizhia are without power after a Ukrainian strike. ... Read full article

Solar Giant Longi Flags Another Full-Year Loss as Slump Persists

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 09:35:43+00:00


                            Solar Giant Longi Flags Another Full-Year Loss as Slump Persists Author:
Chinese solar giant Longi Green Energy Technology Co. warned it may report another loss in calendar year 2025 as a prolonged downturn continues to weigh on the solar supply chain. ... Read full article

At least six killed in Pakistan as fire rips through Karachi shopping mall

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 09:31:20


                            At least six killed in Pakistan as fire rips through Karachi shopping mall Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Pakistani leaders offer condolences as firefighters battle a major blaze in Karachi. ... Read full article

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

BBC News 2026-01-18 09:22:19.134074


                            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

Jerusalem Patriarch, churches say Christian Zionism threatens Christianity

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 08:51:16


                            Jerusalem Patriarch, churches say Christian Zionism threatens Christianity Author: Elis Gjevori
Senior clergy say outside agendas are fracturing Christian unity in the Holy Land and undermining their authority. ... Read full article

The cleaner: One woman’s mission to help Britain’s hoarders

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 08:50:03


                            The cleaner: One woman’s mission to help Britain’s hoarders Author: Amandas Ong
For Jo Powell, cleaning is about restoring dignity and understanding the grief and shame behind every pile of rubbish. ... Read full article

Around 1,500 soldiers on standby for deployment to Minneapolis, reports say

BBC News 2026-01-18 08:37:23.7286318


                            Around 1,500 soldiers on standby for deployment to Minneapolis, reports say Author: BBC News
The troops are an option should Donald Trump decide to use them to quell anti-ICE protests in the city, an official tells CBS News. ... Read full article

Syria Forces Seize Major Oil, Gas Fields, Reuters Reports

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 08:28:28+00:00


                            Syria Forces Seize Major Oil, Gas Fields, Reuters Reports Author: Valentine Baldassari
Syrian troops fighting Kurdish-led forces seized key oil and gas fields in the country’s east, Reuters reported, citing unidentified security sources. ... Read full article

Anti-ICE rally chases off US far-right influencer Jake Lang in Minneapolis

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 08:21:24


                            Anti-ICE rally chases off US far-right influencer Jake Lang in Minneapolis Author: Al Jazeera Staff
About 10 people had gathered for Lang’s anti-Islam, anti-Somali and pro-ICE demonstration at City Hall. ... Read full article

Finn Wolfhard surprised by Stranger Things co-stars on SNL | CNN Business

CNN 2026-01-18 08:11:00.764


                            Finn Wolfhard surprised by Stranger Things co-stars on SNL | CNN Business Author: Ron Shamitko
Stranger Things actor Finn Wolfhard hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time and was joined onstage by former castmates during his opening monologue. ... Read full article

How a melting Arctic makes Greenland more appealing to Trump

The Washington Post 2026-01-18 08:00:33


                            How a melting Arctic makes Greenland more appealing to Trump Author: Ruby Mellen, John Muyskens
Trump has said he wants the territory because of its strategic location. Maps show how a melting Arctic is affecting geopolitics. ... Read full article

Syrian forces capture Tabqa, nation’s largest dam amid swift push on Raqqa

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 07:54:14


                            Syrian forces capture Tabqa, nation’s largest dam amid swift push on Raqqa Author: Al Jazeera Staff
Syria’s army accelerates its campaign, securing key infrastructure and forcing Kurdish-led SDF retreat. ... Read full article

Indonesian rescuers find wreckage of plane that had 11 people on board

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 06:27:09


                            Indonesian rescuers find wreckage of plane that had 11 people on board Author: Al Jazeera
A helicopter has spotted what appears to be a small aircraft window in a forested area on a slope of Mount Bulusaraung. ... Read full article

Syria fighting live: SDF braces for Raqqa assault as gov’t troops march on

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 06:15:15


                            Syria fighting live: SDF braces for Raqqa assault as gov’t troops march on Author: Faisal Ali
Syria’s military says it captured the strategic town of Tabqah from the Kurdish-led SDF during its whirlwind offensive. ... Read full article

Hong Kong to Sign MOU With Shanghai Gold Exchange, Chan Says

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 05:20:30+00:00


                            Hong Kong to Sign MOU With Shanghai Gold Exchange, Chan Says Author: Winnie Hsu
Hong Kong will sign a memorandum of understanding with the Shanghai Gold Exchange at the upcoming Asian Financial Forum, according to the city’s Financial Secretary Paul Chan. ... Read full article

China Rare-Earth Product Exports Fall as Japan Spat Draws Focus

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 05:17:06+00:00


                            China Rare-Earth Product Exports Fall as Japan Spat Draws Focus Author:
China’s rare-earth product exports declined in December compared with the previous month, as investors monitor heightened tensions between Beijing and Japan that could trigger tighter shipment controls. ... Read full article

Pentagon readies 1,500 soldiers to possibly deploy to Minnesota, officials say

The Washington Post 2026-01-18 05:02:27


                            Pentagon readies 1,500 soldiers to possibly deploy to Minnesota, officials say Author: Dan Lamothe
Soldiers with the Army’s 11th Airborne Division in Alaska have been placed at the ready following Trump’s Insurrection Act threat, according to defense officials. ... Read full article

Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza

CNN 2026-01-18 05:01:59


                            Meet the trusted diplomat tasked with turning the US-backed ceasefire into peace for Gaza Author: Andrew Carey, Oren Liebermann
Diplomat Nickolay Mladenov faces perhaps his most difficult task yet. As the newly announced High Representative for Gaza, he must try to turn the US-brokered ceasefire into lasting peace. ... Read full article

US-backed Palestinian committee shares mission statement on Gaza governance

Al Jazeera English 2026-01-18 04:59:18


                            US-backed Palestinian committee shares mission statement on Gaza governance Author: Brian Osgood
The technocratic body will operate under the direction of Trump’s ‘board of peace’, stacked with pro-Israel figures. ... Read full article

John Mellencamp shares his unconventional advice to his children about work

Fox News 2026-01-18 04:52:25.274813


                            John Mellencamp shares his unconventional advice to his children about work Author:
Rock legend John Mellencamp opens up about family values, his parenting approach, and wanting his adult children nearby as his daughter battles cancer. ... Read full article

Rep. Swalwell Vows To Strip ICE Agents of Driver's Licenses

Breitbart News 2026-01-18 04:39:56


                            Rep. Swalwell Vows To Strip ICE Agents of Driver's Licenses Author: Elizabeth Weibel
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) vowed that if elected to be the next governor of California, he would take away driver's licenses from ICE agents. ... Read full article

Woman wakes up with 8-foot python coiled on her chest while sleeping: 'Don't move'

Fox News 2026-01-18 04:37:26.4308826


                            Woman wakes up with 8-foot python coiled on her chest while sleeping: 'Don't move' Author:
A Brisbane woman calmly removed an 8-foot carpet python from her bedroom after waking to find the non-venomous snake on top of her chest Monday night. ... Read full article

Man allegedly assaulted with flagpole by Minneapolis anti-ICE agitators in violent parking garage attack

Fox News 2026-01-18 04:37:22.7911615


                            Man allegedly assaulted with flagpole by Minneapolis anti-ICE agitators in violent parking garage attack Author:
Jake Lang, a pardoned Jan. 6 rioter, was also allegedly attacked during anti-ICE protests, Saturday, outside Minneapolis City Hall. ... Read full article

Toxic mums' groups: I left after I'd had enough of being judged

BBC News 2026-01-18 04:37:22.3537707


                            Toxic mums' groups: I left after I'd had enough of being judged Author: BBC News
Women describe experiences dealing with ostracisation and toxic behaviour from other mothers. ... Read full article

Seahawks steamroll 49ers to advance to NFC championship game

USA Today 2026-01-18 04:17:57+00:00


                            Seahawks steamroll 49ers to advance to NFC championship game Author: Tyler Dragon
The Seattle Seahawks showed why they are the top seed in the NFC in a dominant win over the San Francisco 49ers. ... Read full article

Artemis II: Nasa's mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad

BBC News 2026-01-18 04:07:20.789728


                            Artemis II: Nasa's mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad Author: BBC News
Final preparations now get underway for the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. ... Read full article

Faisal Islam: Trump's Greenland threats to allies are without parallel

BBC News 2026-01-18 04:07:18.4153215


                            Faisal Islam: Trump's Greenland threats to allies are without parallel Author: BBC News
The US president's latest threats will baffle the leaders of allied nations, writes the BBC's economics editor. ... Read full article

Trump Plans Executive Order for Army-Navy Game Broadcast

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 04:07:18+00:00


                            Trump Plans Executive Order for Army-Navy Game Broadcast Author: Tamsin McMahon
President Donald Trump said he intends to sign an executive order that would give an exclusive four-hour broadcast television window to the Army-Navy Game. ... Read full article

Swiss nightclub fire: What to know about 'flashover fire' dangers

BBC News 2026-01-18 03:52:16.6659428


                            Swiss nightclub fire: What to know about 'flashover fire' dangers Author: BBC News
Twenty-two years before the Swiss ski resort fire, Gina escaped a near-identical disaster. Would you know what to do if it happened to you? ... Read full article

Broncos quarterback Bo Nix suffers season-ending injury during playoff win vs Bills

Fox News 2026-01-18 03:07:21.8227251


                            Broncos quarterback Bo Nix suffers season-ending injury during playoff win vs Bills Author:
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix injured his ankle bone on second-to-last play of overtime win against Buffalo Bills and will undergo surgery Tuesday, ending his playoff run. ... Read full article

Prince Harry's war with the press is back in court. But this time it's different

BBC News 2026-01-18 03:07:19.3052921


                            Prince Harry's war with the press is back in court. But this time it's different Author: BBC News
This is the Duke of Sussex's third major court battle accusing newspaper groups of unlawful behaviour. ... Read full article

Walz Mobilizes Minnesota National Guard Due to Anti-ICE Protests

Breitbart News 2026-01-18 02:57:29


                            Walz Mobilizes Minnesota National Guard Due to Anti-ICE Protests Author: Elizabeth Weibel
Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) has mobilized the Minnesota National Guard as anti-ICE protests have continued, according to multiple reports. ... Read full article

Iran’s supreme leader acknowledges thousands killed as Trump calls for new leadership: reports

Fox News 2026-01-18 02:22:13.8383189


                            Iran’s supreme leader acknowledges thousands killed as Trump calls for new leadership: reports Author:
Iran's supreme leader Khamenei reportedly acknowledges thousands died in recent protests for the first time, as death toll estimates reach over 3,000. ... Read full article

FBI Asks Agents to Voluntarily Travel to Minneapolis

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 02:12:20+00:00


                            FBI Asks Agents to Voluntarily Travel to Minneapolis Author: Margi Murphy, Jeff Stone
The FBI is asking agents across the US to travel to Minneapolis for temporary duty, according to people familiar with the situation. ... Read full article

Bills doomed by bizarre interception in playoff loss to Broncos

Fox News 2026-01-18 02:07:21.3842047


                            Bills doomed by bizarre interception in playoff loss to Broncos Author:
Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills lost AFC Divisional Round 33-30 to Denver Broncos after controversial interception call on Brandin Cooks catch in overtime ends their playoff run. ... Read full article

Gangland killing at a funeral shocks idyllic French island

BBC News 2026-01-18 02:07:20.3688331


                            Gangland killing at a funeral shocks idyllic French island Author: BBC News
Corsica is shaken by the shooting, which brings into stark relief one of the highest murder rates in France. ... Read full article

Melissa Gilbert stands by 'protector' Timothy Busfield as she’s named on witness list in child sex abuse case

Fox News 2026-01-18 02:07:17.8382128


                            Melissa Gilbert stands by 'protector' Timothy Busfield as she’s named on witness list in child sex abuse case Author:
Melissa Gilbert named as potential defense witness for husband Timothy Busfield, who faces child sexual abuse charges related to "The Cleaning Lady" set. ... Read full article

Chuck Schumer Says Democrats Will Restore Most of' DOGE Cuts

Breitbart News 2026-01-18 01:53:43


                            Chuck Schumer Says Democrats Will Restore Most of' DOGE Cuts Author: Elizabeth Weibel
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) revealed that Democrats would "restore most of the cuts" that DOGE had made. ... Read full article

Broncos beat Bills, lose Bo Nix, turn NFL drama dial to 11 | Opinion

USA Today 2026-01-18 01:43:08+00:00


                            Broncos beat Bills, lose Bo Nix, turn NFL drama dial to 11 | Opinion Author: Jarrett Bell
The Broncos defense produced a season-high five takeaways – including two interceptions and two fumbles from Bills QB Josh Allen. ... Read full article

Newspaper headlines: 'Blackmail over Greenland' and 'Jenrick's bizarre plot'

BBC News 2026-01-18 01:37:22.2433052


                            Newspaper headlines: 'Blackmail over Greenland' and 'Jenrick's bizarre plot' Author: BBC News
Trump's imposition of tariffs over Greenland and a memo about Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform make Sunday's papers. ... Read full article

Winners and losers in NFL playoffs' divisional round: Bills botch big chance

USA Today 2026-01-18 01:34:54+00:00


                            Winners and losers in NFL playoffs' divisional round: Bills botch big chance Author: Nate Davis
In a thinned-out AFC field, the Bills had a chance to rise above the pack. But Josh Allen and Co. squandered a major opportunity Saturday. ... Read full article

Broncos advance to AFC title game, beating Bills 33-30

Associated Press 2026-01-18 01:31:01


                            Broncos advance to AFC title game, beating Bills 33-30 Author: Arnie Melendrez Stapleton
Ja’Quan McMillian intercepted Josh Allen’s deep throw in overtime, and Bo Nix led the Broncos into position for Wil Lutz’s 24-yard field goal that sent Denver to the AFC championship game with a 33-30 win over the Buffalo Bills. McMillian’s pick was Denver’s … ... Read full article

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

Fox News 2026-01-18 01:07:19.9788796


                            '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

Trump puts $1B price tag on Gaza peace board permanent seats: Reports

The Hill 2026-01-18 01:03:16


                            Trump puts $1B price tag on Gaza peace board permanent seats: Reports Author: Ryan Mancini
President Trump will ask countries that want to join his “Board of Peace” to oversee Gaza to pay $1 billion for membership, according to reporting from Bloomberg and The Atlantic on Saturday. A draft charter seen by both outlets showed that Trump will serve a… ... Read full article

US carries out lethal strike against al Qaeda affiliate leader in Syria

CNN 2026-01-18 00:35:25


                            US carries out lethal strike against al Qaeda affiliate leader in Syria Author: Aleena Fayaz
The US on Saturday announced it conducted a lethal strike in Syria on an al Qaeda affiliate leader it says had direct ties to an ISIS attacker who killed three Americans in early December. ... Read full article

Benin Ruling Coalition Sweeps Parliament Ahead of April Vote

Bloomberg 2026-01-18 00:34:54+00:00


                            Benin Ruling Coalition Sweeps Parliament Ahead of April Vote Author: Katarina Hoije
Benin’s ruling coalition swept parliament, consolidating power ahead of a pivotal presidential vote as President Patrice Talon is due to step down. ... Read full article

China’s New Tech Stock Boom Leaves Its Economic Malaise Behind

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


                            China’s New Tech Stock Boom Leaves Its Economic Malaise Behind Author: Jeanny Yu
Nearly a year after DeepSeek’s AI breakthrough rattled global markets, China is entering 2026 with a fresh wave of technological advances that are powering a stock rally, even as its economy remains fragile. ... Read full article

Protests explode in Greenland amid Trump takeover push: 'We are not interested in being Americans'

Fox News 2026-01-17 23:52:22.8709312


                            Protests explode in Greenland amid Trump takeover push: 'We are not interested in being Americans' Author:
Thousands march in Greenland wearing 'Make America Go Away' hats, rejecting Trump's purchase demands and tariff threats saying, 'we are not interested in being Americans.' ... Read full article

Recent Trump investments reignite concerns around potential conflicts of interest

CNN 2026-01-17 23:51:47


                            Recent Trump investments reignite concerns around potential conflicts of interest Author: Auzinea Bacon
President Donald Trump purchased up to $2 million in Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery investments days after the announcement of a megadeal between the two media giants, among other purchases, according to a financial disclosure from the White House, renewi… ... Read full article

VA Gov. Spanberger Guts Rule Requiring Cops to Cooperate with ICE

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 23:44:18


                            VA Gov. Spanberger Guts Rule Requiring Cops to Cooperate with ICE Author: Elizabeth Weibel
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) repealed an Executive Order that directed local law enforcement officials to cooperate with ICE on her first day in office. ... Read full article

Trump’s Greenland Pressure Blitz Reopens Tariff Wounds in Europe

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 23:36:09+00:00


                            Trump’s Greenland Pressure Blitz Reopens Tariff Wounds in Europe Author: Josh Wingrove
President Donald Trump’s fixation on Greenland offers an ice-cold reminder to leaders in Europe and abroad: No deal is ever final. ... Read full article

BlackRock’s Rick Rieder Bid for Fed Chair Is Gaining Traction

Bloomberg 2026-01-17 22:53:13+00:00


                            BlackRock’s Rick Rieder Bid for Fed Chair Is Gaining Traction Author: Josh Wingrove, Saleha Mohsin, Joshua Green
The candidacy of BlackRock’s Rick Rieder to be the next Federal Reserve chair has gained late momentum, people familiar with the matter say, as President Donald Trump weighs congressional blowback in his bid to put a friendlier face at the head of the central… ... Read full article

Chicken soup or tomato soup? Dietitians say one is the healthier choice

Fox News 2026-01-17 22:07:26.622376


                            Chicken soup or tomato soup? Dietitians say one is the healthier choice Author:
Chicken soup vs. tomato soup: which is healthier? Dietitians reveal nutritional differences, sodium concerns and antioxidant benefits to help you choose. ... Read full article

Supreme Court prepares to weigh Trump’s power over Federal Reserve

The Hill 2026-01-17 22:00:00


                            Supreme Court prepares to weigh Trump’s power over Federal Reserve Author: Zach Schonfeld
President Trump’s power over the Federal Reserve will be front and center at the Supreme Court next week.   The justices on Wednesday will hear arguments on whether Trump can fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook over accusations of mortgage fraud.  Looming over it all… ... Read full article

Clyburn on Trump Increasing Support Among Black Males: 'People Are Easily Brainwashed'

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 21:39:10


                            Clyburn on Trump Increasing Support Among Black Males: 'People Are Easily Brainwashed' Author: Ian Hanchett
During an interview with PBS's "Firing Line" released on Friday, Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) responded to President Donald Trump increasing support among | Clips ... Read full article

US retaliatory strike in Syria kills leader tied to Islamic State ambush

Associated Press 2026-01-17 21:21:23


                            US retaliatory strike in Syria kills leader tied to Islamic State ambush Author: Associated Press
A third round of retaliatory strikes by the U.S. in Syria has resulted in the death of an Al-Qaeda-affiliated leader. U.S. Central Command says Bilal Hasan al-Jasim had a direct tie to the Islamic State member responsible for last month’s ambush that killed t… ... Read full article

Tillis, Murkowski say Trump tariffs tied to Greenland will hurt US, divide NATO

The Hill 2026-01-17 20:45:33


                            Tillis, Murkowski say Trump tariffs tied to Greenland will hurt US, divide NATO Author: Ryan Mancini
Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) on Saturday slammed President Trump’s new 10 percent tariffs on Denmark and European allies, saying the tariffs will hurt the U.S. and divide NATO if the president takes Greenland by military force. “Th… ... Read full article

Man charged with pointing laser at Trump's Marine One found not guilty

USA Today 2026-01-17 20:35:47+00:00

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Jacob Winker was found not guilty on Jan. 13, months after he was charged with aiming a laser pointer at Marine One while Trump was aboard. ... Read full article

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

CNN 2026-01-17 20:26:27


                            Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency Author: Betsy Klein, Alejandra Jaramillo, Kaanita Iyer
President Donald Trump has leaned into his presidential clemency powers much more aggressively in his second term –in fact, he’s pardoned one woman twice. ... Read full article

Carville predicts GOP ‘wipeout’ in 2026 midterms

The Hill 2026-01-17 19:57:36


                            Carville predicts GOP ‘wipeout’ in 2026 midterms Author: Sophie Brams
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted Saturday that the 2026 midterm elections will be a “wipeout” for Republicans, with Democrats picking up 25 seats “at a minimum.”  “Frankly, it’s going to be a wipeout,” Carville told host Kayleigh McEnany… ... Read full article

CNN analyst says ‘DOJ has lost its damn mind’ with Walz, Frey probe

The Hill 2026-01-17 19:27:59


                            CNN analyst says ‘DOJ has lost its damn mind’ with Walz, Frey probe Author: Sarah Davis
CNN analyst Elie Honig blasted the Trump administration Friday evening after the Justice Department (DOJ) moved to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over the unrest following protests over immigration enforcement in the state. … ... Read full article

Spanberger makes history, sworn in as Virginia's first female governor

USA Today 2026-01-17 19:22:26+00:00


                            Spanberger makes history, sworn in as Virginia's first female governor Author: Josh Meyer
'The history and the gravity of this moment are not lost on me,” Spanberger said in a speech that at times criticized partisan politics in Washington ... 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

Winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to Midwest and East Coast

Associated Press 2026-01-17 19:15:20


                            Winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to Midwest and East Coast Author: Juan A. Lozano
A blast of winter weather has brought snowfall and subfreezing wind chills across the Midwest and East Coast as well as near-freezing temperatures in parts of the South, including Florida. The National Weather Service said Saturday that below-average temperat… ... Read full article

Exclusive -- Eric Trump Reveals His Father's Biggest Achievement: 'He's Woken Up the Entire Country'

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 19:13:46


                            Exclusive -- Eric Trump Reveals His Father's Biggest Achievement: 'He's Woken Up the Entire Country' Author: Breitbart TV
On Friday's "Alex Marlow Show," Eric Trump talked about his father's first year in office. Trump said that "maybe the thing that he'll actually achieve | Clips ... Read full article

Exclusive -- Dr. Gorka: Trump's Taken Out 516 Jihadis, Rescued 86 Hostages, Saving 25K Per Boatstrike

Breitbart News 2026-01-17 19:13:41


                            Exclusive -- Dr. Gorka: Trump's Taken Out 516 Jihadis, Rescued 86 Hostages, Saving 25K Per Boatstrike Author: Breitbart TV
On Friday's "Alex Marlow Show," Dr. Sebastian Gorka, the Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Counterterrorism, talked about actions | Clips ... Read full article

Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with wider ambitions

Associated Press 2026-01-17 19:12:59


                            Board of Peace for Gaza is forming with wider ambitions Author: Matthew Lee
President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” that was initially seen as a mechanism focused on ending the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza is taking shape with ambitions to have a far broader mandate of other global crises. It could mean potentially rivaling the United … ... Read full article

MLB salary cap? Dodgers rile up the whiners as labor war and lockout loom

USA Today 2026-01-17 19:12:33+00:00


                            MLB salary cap? Dodgers rile up the whiners as labor war and lockout loom Author: Jesse Yomtov
Major League Baseball is set for an explosive labor war after the 2026 season. Here's what is being said about a possible salary cap: ... Read full article

Broncos vs. Bills live updates: Score, highlights, where to watch NFL playoff game

USA Today 2026-01-17 17:31:05+00:00


                            Broncos vs. Bills live updates: Score, highlights, where to watch NFL playoff game Author: Tom Viera, Ayrton Ostly, Jacob Camenker
The Buffalo Bills meet the Denver Broncos in an AFC divisional round playoff game today. Follow along as we provide live coverage, highlights and more ... 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

NYC Pokémon shop held at gunpoint, reportedly robbed of $100K in merch

USA Today 2026-01-17 17:27:03+00:00


                            NYC Pokémon shop held at gunpoint, reportedly robbed of $100K in merch Author: Fernando Cervantes Jr.
NYPD is investigating an armed robbery at a Pokémon card shop where $100,000 worth of Pokémon cards and merchandise was stolen. ... 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

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 slaps tariffs against European countries in bid for Greenland

USA Today 2026-01-17 17:17:33+00:00


                            Trump slaps tariffs against European countries in bid for Greenland Author: Eduardo Cuevas, Josh Meyer
Trump said Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Finland will have a 10% tariff on all goods. ... 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

Israel objects to US announcement of leaders who will help oversee next steps in Gaza

Associated Press 2026-01-17 16:34:15


                            Israel objects to US announcement of leaders who will help oversee next steps in Gaza Author: Natalie Melzer
Israel’s government is objecting to a White House announcement about leaders overseeing the next steps in Gaza as the ceasefire enters its challenging second phase. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said Saturday the Gaza executive committee was not … ... Read full article

Indonesian authorities find wreckage of missing surveillance plane with 11 on board

CNN 2026-01-17 16:33:38


                            Indonesian authorities find wreckage of missing surveillance plane with 11 on board Author:
Indonesian authorities said on Sunday they had located the wreckage of a fisheries surveillance plane that went missing in South Sulawesi province near a fog-covered mountain, but were still searching for the 11 people on board. ... 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

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

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

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

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

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

Column | Why you may just be renting your car even if you have a loan

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 11:00:07.2


                            Column | Why you may just be renting your car even if you have a loan Author: Michelle Singletary
Rolling debt and seven-year loans are leaving households underwater on their car, making ownership unaffordable. ... 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

Analysis | Why 2016 has taken over 2026

The Washington Post 2026-01-17 10:00:41.851


                            Analysis | Why 2016 has taken over 2026 Author: Shane O’Neill
In 2026, nostalgia for 2016 is trending, especially among Gen Z. ... 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

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

Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor

Associated Press 2026-01-17 05:00:10


                            Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor Author: Olivia Diaz
Abigail Spanberger has become Virginia's first female governor after centuries of men holding the state's top office. The Democrat was inaugurated around noon Saturday outside the state Capitol. Spanberger defeated Republican Winsome Earle-Sears to succeed Go… ... 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

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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

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

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