White House, Democrats Reach Deal to Fund the Government
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s office says Democrats will back short-term Department of Homeland Security funding as negotiations continue.
Xi’s Military Purge Exposes Deep Divisions Over Taiwan and Command Authority
Insiders say the removal of two senior generals reflects internal resistance over Taiwan strategy, pandemic leadership, and Xi’s tightening grip on the PLA.
Trump Sues IRS, Treasury Department for $10 Billion Over Alleged Tax Return Leaks
President Donald Trump filed the lawsuit in his personal capacity, alongside his two eldest sons.
Rubio Rejects Residence Privileges for Iranian Officials in the US
More than 6,000 people have died in protests against the Iranian regime.
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Indian Christians Facing Rising Persecution Look to America for Help
Indian Christians bear witness to a climate of intimidation and violence. Their work continues, sometimes underground—and they hope America will respond.
Trump to Name New Federal Reserve Chair on Friday
BlackRock executive Rick Rieder has risen to the top of prediction markets.
Microsoft Loses $357 Billion in Market Value in Worst Drop Since 2020
The tech giant’s shares plunged 10 percent after earnings report showed slower Azure growth and heavy AI spending.
Trump and First Lady Attend Premiere of ‘Melania’ in Washington
The documentary film, ‘Melania,’ debuted at the Trump-Kennedy Center ahead of its global theatrical release on Jan. 30.
Trump Admin Sues Woman for $941,000 for Failing to Self-Deport
The federal government revived a policy that imposes fines on those ordered deported who fail to leave.
The False Promise of Antidepressants | Dr. Joanna Moncrieff
Dr. Moncrieff is a British psychiatrist and author of ’Chemically Imbalanced: The Making and Unmaking of the Serotonin Myth.’
Trump Orders New Tariffs on Any Nations Selling Oil to Cuba
The president’s order accuses the Cuban regime of aligning itself with Russia, China, Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah.
Trump Unveils Addiction Recovery Plan Focused on Prevention, Support
The president announced a government-wide effort to reorient addiction care to early intervention, partnering with local leaders and organizations.
Cinnamon: A Functional Spice That Improves Blood Sugar and Fights Bacteria
Often viewed simply as a flavoring spice, research confirms that a little cinnamon goes a long way in supporting an overall healthy lifestyle.
Venezuela Approves Oil Law Reform to Ease State’s Grip and Lure Private Investors
The reform creates a new framework for private investment to help develop the world’s largest proven oil reserves.
US Reaches Agreement Lowering Tariffs on El Salvador
The agreement will remove some reciprocal tariffs announced by President Donald Trump in April of last year.
‘Going No Contact’: How Can We Counter the Trend of Family Estrangement?
Family estrangement is becoming more common, but it carries long-term emotional costs for everyone involved.
The Great British Caravaggio: Joseph Wright of Derby
Wright of Derby’s enlightening candlelight paintings are featured at London’s National Gallery.
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Bed Level Core: 5 Exercises to Get You Moving Even Before Getting Out of Bed
Waking the body up in the morning can be slow going. These exercises will strengthen your core, warm you up, and jump-start your day.

Turnabout: The Hero Who Thought Himself a Failure
In this installment of “When Character Counted,” a general saved American and Filipino troops from massacre at great cost to himself.
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DOJ Announces Denaturalization of Child Sex Offender
Revocation of naturalization can occur only in federal courts through a civil proceeding or as a result of a criminal conviction.

Another East Coast Storm Brewing After Widespread Power Outages
A ‘blast of arctic air’ is expected from the Plains states across the eastern half of the United States this weekend, the National Weather Service says.
Trump Says Minneapolis Mayor is ‘Playing With Fire’ in Rejecting Immigration Enforcement
Trump and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey remain in disagreement over immigration enforcement despite border czar Tom Homan’s mediation efforts.
Ethics Committee Alleges House Democrat Solicited Illegal Campaign Contributions
Florida Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick has denied wrongdoing. The accusations follow a November indictment charging her with misusing COVID relief funds.

Day in Photos: Plane Crash in Colombia, Military Drills in Taiwan, and Traditional Equestrian Competition
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.

iTunes Appears to Reverse Ban on Chart Topping Song Linked to One Nation Film
Holly Valance’s track is a reworking of her early 2000s piece, ‘Kiss Kiss.’

Patrick Kane Becomes the All-Time Leading American Point Scorer in NHL History
Kane, 37, recorded his 1,375th point to surpass Mike Modano’s mark, which had stood since 2011

R&B Singer Ray J Says He Won’t Live Much Longer: ‘My Heart’s Only Beating Like 25 Percent’
Ray J was hospitalized in Las Vegas this month for a severe case of pneumonia with intense chest pains.

EPA Announces Plan to Assess Safety of Adding Fluoride to Water
Officials acted on a directive from EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.

Stay Healthy With Food and Exercise During Cold Winter Months
Exposure to cold can weaken the body’s vital warming energy, making it more susceptible to illness.

8 Things to Know About Herbs Before Using Them
Expert herbalists reveal what everyone should know about plant medicine.

Daily AI Use Linked to Higher Depression
Experts say the connection between AI use and depression may reflect how—and why—people use AI, not just how often.

A Cheesy Soup Trick
This soup takes inspiration from an Italian minestrone soup, with a tomato-based stock and a wedge of a hard cheese rind.

Add a Decorative Lattice Arbor
Determining the size of the arbor is your first and most important step in building one.

Isaac Newton’s Lost Papers–And His Search for God’s Divine Plan
‘This most beautiful system ... could only proceed from the counsel and dominion of an intelligent and powerful being,‘ wrote Newton.

Iowa’s Historic Surf Ballroom Offers a New Reason to Make the Trip
The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, has tacked on an interactive exhibit that celebrates the 78-year-old venue’s place in music history.






















































































