Trump Says Oil Companies Will Spend $100 Billion in Venezuela
Giant oil companies will be spending at least $100 billion to ’rebuild the capacity and the infrastructure necessary' in Venezuela, the president said.
Treasury Targets Somali-Linked Fraud in Minnesota Amid Terrorist Financing Concerns
Central to the crackdown is a new geographic targeting order covering Hennepin and Ramsey counties, which include Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Mortgage Rates Plunge as Government Plans Bond Buying—Here’s How It Works
Trump’s proposal has led to immediate results in the mortgage market.
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Behind the Group That Controls Chinese Students in America
‘Fight with all their might for the motherland.’ Chinese students are pressured into advancing Beijing’s interests in America.
Minnesota Daycare Center Featured in Viral Video Closes
The daycare is one of many centers that have been subject to scrutiny amid alleged wide-scale welfare fraud in Minnesota.
Greenland Should Talk to US Without Denmark, Opposition Leader Says
Pele Broberg, leader of Greenlandic opposition party Naleraq, strongly favors independence for the Danish territory, which could involve a deal with Washington.
Exclusive: Inside SBA’s Crack Down on Loan Fraud Nationwide | Administrator Kelly Loeffler
The SBA recently suspended nearly 7,000 borrowers in Minnesota for suspected COVID relief loan fraud.
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Lord Mayor of Oxford Amazed by Shen Yun’s Artistry
Supreme Court Doesn’t Issue Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs, Sets Date for Next Week
The court indicated on its website that it could announce its next round of opinions on Jan. 14.
Amazon Customers Still Eligible for FTC Settlement Payments: 5 Things to Know
Some customers can receive a maximum payment of $51 in the settlement.
Trump Says US Action in Venezuela Does Not Set Precedent for China to Move on Taiwan
Trump said the Venezuela operation reflected a unique security threat and should not be read as a green light for Chinese action on Taiwan.
Iran Signals Upcoming Crackdown on Protestors as Demonstrations Continue
Protesters have been urged on by Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of the shah who was toppled in the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
Minneapolis to Offer Remote School For Next 5 Weeks After ICE Shooting: Official
Teachers union president Marcia Howard made the announcement on Thursday.
The Science Behind the New Dietary Guidelines
Beyond the noise, the core of the new guidelines is to go back to real food and common-sense healthy eating, an expert says.
US Federal Workforce Numbers Drop to Lowest Level Since 2015
The Department of War is the largest employer with around 709,352 workers, accounting for more than 34 percent of the total.
Argentina Repays $20 Billion US Swap Line, Bessent Says
Support for Argentina’s Javier Milei was an ‘America First homerun deal,’ says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
‘I Was a Stranger’: Syrians Flee Aleppo
Urban warfare ravages the city of Aleppo during the Syrian Civil War.
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Why So Many Kids and Teens Are Anxious and Depressed—And What We Can Do
Evidence-based lifestyle interventions for childhood anxiety and depression, include sleep hygiene, nutrition, and stress reduction strategies.
Dolly Parton ‘Ain’t Nobody’s Fool’
A new biography features the crossover singer and songwriter who never forgot her country roots.
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Trump Admin Releases New Dietary Guidelines
The guidelines emphasize saturated fats and protein, in addition to fruits and vegetables.
IRS Announces Key Updates for 2025 Tax Year Filing
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act contains several new provisions, including deductions for tips and overtime pay.
Hilton Removes Hotel That Canceled DHS, ICE Reservations
The company’s decision comes after a video showing that the hotel still refused to take reservations from the agencies.
Mortgage Rates Slip Below 6 Percent for First Time Since August 2022
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged 5.99 percent on Friday, following Trump’s pledge to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities.
Treasury Secretary Says New Law Blocked Potential ‘$4.5 Trillion Tax Hike’
Secretary Scott Bessent made the remarks at a Minnesota event on Thursday.
Chinese Asylum Claims Near Record Levels in 2025, UN Data Show
Preliminary data show nearly 179,000 Chinese nationals sought asylum worldwide in 2025, with the United States receiving the vast majority of claims.
Netflix’s Sexualized Children’s Shows Could Jeopardize Warner Merger, Analysts Say
‘When a company like Netflix produces harmful material for children ... Christian investors should not remain silent,” fund manager Robert Netzly said.
New-Look Wild Card Field Ready for Kick-Off
Wild Card weekend ushers in a new-look playoff field that hardly resembles the year before.
James Ransone’s Death Ruled a Suicide by Los Angeles Medical Examiner
A fundraising campaign was launched to support his wife, Jamie McPhee, and their two young children.
Crest Toothpaste Packaging Changed to Address Fluoride Concerns
The new packaging will clearly show the recommended amount of fluoride toothpaste for children, the attorney general of Texas said.
Arise and Shine–6 Exercises to Ease Morning Stiffness
Morning stiffness can reduce your quality of life and even lead to injuries. These exercises can help decrease pain and tightness, and get your day going right.
What to Know About the New ‘Upside Down’ Food Pyramid
The latest federal dietary guidelines reverse some long-standing recommendations in the interest of making Americans healthier.
CDC Confirms More Than 7,700 Cases of Multidrug-Resistant Fungus in 30 States
Candida auris, a type of yeast infection spread by contact, was first identified in Asia in 2009 and in the United States in 2015.
New Year, New Dishes: Soup’s On! and We Have Some Tasty Recipes to Share
When we have an hour, lentils and split peas transform into hearty soups with built-in creamy satisfaction.
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A Birthday Party for Every Special Child
Through their nonprofit, Shari Bailey and Michael Nash are helping caretakers throw memorable birthday parties for children with special needs and disabilities.
Taking the Kids: And Planning a Winter Getaway
There are so many wonderful cities to spend a winter getaway in America.
