Federal Reserve Minutes Reflect Ongoing Divergence Over Interest Rates
Monetary policymakers continued debating whether employment or inflation were greater risks to the U.S. economy.
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Trump Is Global Newsmaker of the Year: Epoch Times Readers’ Choice
Trump was selected from a shortlist of 10 global and domestic leaders who dominated the news this year.
Disney to Pay $10 Million to Resolve Children’s Privacy Claims
The settlement resolves allegations that Disney collected data on children and used that information for targeted advertising through its YouTube channels.
Day in Photos: Farmers’ Protest in Poland, Preparing New Year’s Fireworks, and Newborn Elephant Calf
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
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Top 8 Senate Races to Watch in 2026
Democrats and Republicans are eyeing pivotal Senate races as polling, retirements, and primaries shape the 2026 electoral battlefield.
Judge Blocks White House’s Attempt to Defund Consumer Watchdog Agency
Republicans have long criticized the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for what they say are politicized tactics targeting financial institutions.
The Woke Movement Has Peaked. What’s Next? | Andrew Doyle
Doyle is the creator of Titania McGrath, a fictional ultra-woke activist whose X account became hugely popular.
Los Angeles Judge Blocks Release of Autopsy Report on Reiner Deaths
The court order seals photos, reports, and other information from the public as detectives continue to investigate the case.
Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s Granddaughter, Dies at 35 After Cancer Battle
Her death comes weeks after she publicly disclosed that she was battling terminal acute myeloid leukemia.
China Fires 27 Rockets Into Taiwan’s Waters in 2nd Day of Military Drills
The Chinese regime said the military drills encircling Taiwan were a response to a recent U.S. arms sale to the island.
Homeland Security Looks to Fast-Track Demolition of Vacant Historic Buildings in DC
The St. Elizabeths West Campus is where DHS is headquartered. The department said the buildings need to be torn down for security reasons.
US, Allied Forces Have Killed or Captured More Than 2 Dozen ISIS Operatives in Syria
The operations, along with the U.S. military’s previous large-scale strike, were in retaliation for an attack on American forces by an ISIS gunman.
Many Adults Can’t Hear Their Smoke Detectors. Here’s What Works
Standard smoke detectors aren’t the best option for waking those with hearing loss, but alternatives can be hard to come by.
Bondi Vows to Hold Former Officials Accountable for ‘Government Weaponization’
‘This is a ten-year stain on the country committed by high-ranking officials against the American people,’ the attorney general said.
Nuclear-Capable Oreshnik Missiles Have Entered Active Service, Moscow Says
The weapons were deployed to Russia’s ally Belarus during a short ceremony on Dec. 30.
Why Little Girls (Rightly) Love Cinderella
Long before it included glass slippers and fairy godmothers, ‘Cinderella’ told a tale of courage, justice, and grace.
A New Year’s to Remember: Jan. 1, 1776
As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the dawn of 1776 offers a powerful reminder of American resilience.
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Goodbye, Microwave–3 Superior Ways to Reheat Leftovers
Research shows that steaming, air-frying, and open-flame cooking preserve food quality better than microwaves.
Kirk Cameron’s Throwback Children’s Show: ‘Iggy and Mr. Kirk’
The former child actor discusses his entertainment projects that impact children, families, and those in need.
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Junk Food Bans for SNAP Users in Some States Starting 2026: What to Know
More than a third of states will prohibit the purchase of some foods, and states will shoulder more of the program’s administrative cost.
Top 8 Senate Races to Watch in 2026
Democrats and Republicans are eyeing pivotal Senate races as polling, retirements, and primaries shape the 2026 electoral battlefield.
Vomiting Syndrome Linked to Cannabis Use Increased Sevenfold
The symptoms can be extreme and, at their worst, have been dubbed “scromiting,” or screaming in pain while vomiting.
DOJ Sues Virginia Over In-State College Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
The case adds to lawsuits the Trump administration has brought against states that offer aid to illegal immigrants but not out-of-state U.S. citizens.
Pipe Bomb Suspect’s Attorneys Say He Has OCD, Autism, in Their Request Not to Detain
The Justice Department said on Dec. 28 that Brian Cole Jr. confessed to authorities.
Protests Flare Across Iran as Currency Plummets
The Iranian government has acknowledged the protests, and the head of the country’s central bank has resigned.
Maple Leafs’ Unexpected Woes Have Fan Base Baffled
Having last won the Stanley Cup in 1967, the Toronto Maple Leafs have the longest drought in the NHL championships.
Weather Takes Center Stage for Rose Parade and NYE Ball Drop Celebrations
The 137th Rose Parade in Pasadena will see rain for the first time in two decades, while NYC braces for frigid temperatures to ring in the New Year.
New York Registers Record Number of Flu Cases
The number of people hospitalized due to flu has jumped by 63 percent on a weekly basis.
Public Health Professor Shares Tips for Choosing Safer Cookware
Small changes in how you cook with and what you eat can add up to meaningful health benefits over time.
Shift Immune Cells From Attack to Brain-Defense Mode | David Perlmutter MD
The neurologist focuses on ‘upstream’ causes of Alzheimer’s and steps to be taken decades before to avoid the condition.
Researchers Successfully Reverse Alzheimer’s in Mice: Peer-Reviewed Study
Results challenge the view that Alzheimer’s is ‘intrinsically irreversible,’ the study states.
Rum Balls
Rum balls are festive, unfussy, and made for the holidays—great for make-ahead baking, sharing with friends, and enjoying all season long.
Why I Keep Binder Clips in Every Room
Binder clips are inexpensive, reusable, nearly indestructible, and far more versatile than the name might imply.
The Singer Betting Big on Artistic Freedom Over Ideology and Taxpayer-Backed Grants
Henry Pinder’s newly established Brisbane Lyric Opera (BLO) is a daring venture in a sector struggling to stay afloat.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
As Edinburgh grew, it spilled downhill along the sloping ridge that became the Royal Mile.
