Trump Picks Kevin Warsh as New Federal Reserve Chair
Warsh was one of Trump’s top picks for Fed chair during his first term, before he chose Jerome Powell.
China’s Military Shake-Up Signals Escalating Power Struggle Around Xi Jinping: Analysts
The sudden purge of senior generals has raised concerns among analysts about factional conflict and weakening command authority within the nation’s army.
Trump’s Deal to Avert Government Shutdown Hits Snags as Senators Block Quick Vote
The delay came despite a bipartisan deal that split off Homeland Security funding to avert a shutdown ahead of a Jan. 30 deadline.
Education Department Proposes to Lower Higher Education Costs, Student Debt
A new student loan repayment plan seeks to ensure that loan balances of low-income borrowers do not increase despite them making payments.
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Ignored Orders and Growing Resistance in Chinese Military After Purge of Top Generals
Insiders say the widespread internal resistance and command dysfunction are a rejection of Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s authority.
Dutch Watchdog Opens Probe Into Roblox Over Child Safety Risks
The regulator is to examine whether gaming platform meets EU online safety rules for minors.
Wholesale Inflation Unexpectedly Rises at Fastest Pace in 3 Months
Services drive the acceleration in producer inflation.
California Assembly Advances Bill to Study Mileage-Based Road Fees
The bill extends research into funding as electric vehicles erode gas tax revenue, but critics warn of potential new burdens on drivers.
Don Lemon Arrested in Minnesota Church Protest Case: Lawyer
Lemon’s lawyer Abbe Lowell described the arrest as an ‘unprecedented attack on the First Amendment.’
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.’
Court Rules CK Hutchison’s Control of Panama Canal Ports ‘Unconstitutional’
The ruling followed an audit by Panama’s comptroller, which alleged irregularities in the 25-year extension of the concession granted in 2021.
Trump Says Russia Agreed to Pause Attack on Ukraine’s Cities During Winter Weather
President Donald Trump said he had ‘personally asked’ Russian President Vladimir Putin not to attack Ukrainian cities amid freezing winter conditions.
Stiff Colon Tissue Linked to Rising Cancer Cases in Young Adults
Colon cancer cases in people under 50 have surged.
As Millions Recover From Winter Storms, Scam Warnings Intensify
Officials say confusion about repairs, power restoration and relief programs can create opportunities for fraud.
House Republicans to Introduce Voting Reform Bill With Voter ID, Proof of Citizenship Rules
The Make Elections Great Again Act would also require states to use auditable paper ballots.
Parmigianino’s Mysterious Mannerist Masterpiece
The 16th-century painter’s most esteemed portrait is the enigmatic ‘Schiava Turca,’ or ‘Turkish Slave.’
The Ultimate Ticket: The World’s Most Spectacular Train Journeys
Train travel expert Everett Potter offers tips and guidance for train routes around the world.
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Why Your Brain Overreacts to Fear—and How to Fix It
Gradual exposure to fear can rewire your brain and reduce anxiety.
‘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.
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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.
Supplement Recalled After Moringa Leaf Powder Linked to Salmonella Outbreak
Sixty-five people across 28 states have been infected, officials said.
NFL, State Department Sign Memorandum of Understanding
As part of Super Bowl programming, the State Department is working with the NFL to host approximately 150 events in more than 65 countries.
Japan, South Korea Agree to Strengthen Defense Cooperation
The meeting follows a two-day summit earlier this month between Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.
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
‘Bluey’ Tops US Streaming Charts for 2nd Year Running
The Australian series beat Grey’s Anatomy and Stranger Things to stay number one.
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 Winning Bowl for Game Day Get-Togethers
Chili may present as a meat-lover’s dish, but it easily accommodates a big bunch of vegetables and lean protein sources such as beans.
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.
Taking the Kids: Snaring the Best Cruise Deals of the Year
During Wave Season, “the cruise lines really roll out the perks to help sweeten the deals and encourage booking.
