Trump, Colombia’s Petro to Meet for White House Talks After Months of Sharp Tension
Venezuela is also likely to feature in the discussions, after U.S. forces captured former leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in January.
China’s Military Newspaper Urges Loyalty After Purge, Fueling Questions of PLA Stability
A renewed attack on two purged generals and calls for loyalty to Xi Jinping suggest unease inside the Chinese military after a rare top-level shake-up.
House Expected to Vote on Package to Fund Government
The partial government shutdown has now entered its fourth day.
CDC Warns Vaccinated People Can Still Get Measles
‘We can’t rely exclusively on vaccination,’ the agency’s principal deputy director said.
In-Depth
Why Skyrocketing Premiums Were Inevitable With Obamacare’s Design
At an average of nearly $500 per month for a 40-year-old to be insured, the Affordable Care Act caused a cracked insurance market and skyrocketing premiums.
USDA to Release Sterile Flies in Texas to Counter NWS Parasites
The northernmost active NWS case in Mexico has been detected roughly 200 miles from the U.S.–Mexico border.
Savannah Guthrie Addresses Mother’s Disappearance
‘Raise your prayers with us and believe with us that she will be lifted by them in this very moment,’ Savannah Guthrie said.
Haitian Residents of Ohio Town Get Reprieve on Protected Status, but Tensions Linger
Their status was set to expire Feb. 3, but a judge intervened. Springfield residents are divided on whether the Haitians should stay.
How Xi Jinping Broke All the CCP’s Rules | Heng He
Five of the seven members of China’s Central Military Commission have now effectively been purged or removed.
Trump Says Republicans Should ‘Take Over’ and Nationalize Voting in Some Areas
The president said that some states ‘are so crooked,’ and ‘you’re going to see some interesting things come out.’
Catholic Network Files Suit Against Trump Admin Over Immigrant Visa Pause
The administration halted visas to people from 75 nations last month due to the risk of immigrants becoming dependent on government welfare.
Musk’s SpaceX Acquires xAI to ‘Accelerate Humanity’s Future’
Elon Musk outlined his plan for humanity, with a goal to launch a ‘constellation of a million satellites’ to operate as orbital data centers for AI.
Small Wins, Calm Minds: How People Break Through Being Stuck
You’re not lazy, your nervous system is maxed out—and other reasons trying harder isn’t working.
Clintons Agree to Testify in Epstein Investigation
A House Democrat said he expects to hear testimony from the couple at some point over the next few weeks.
Judge Blocks DHS Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitians
The decision affected the lawful status of 300,000 Haitian foreign nationals in the United States who have received TPS.
‘How to Make a Few More Billion Dollars’: A CEO’s Roadmap to Success
Brad Jacobs offers a guide to both financial and emotional enrichment.
Sally Cook: Painting With Words
Poetry lovers everywhere mourn the death of the multitalented wordsmith Sally Cook.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
New Gold-Standard Review Finds No Strong Evidence Cannabis Relieves Nerve Pain
Researchers concluded that there are now more summaries of the research literature than original research.
A Fiery Warmup for a Cold Day
Mapo tofu roughly translates to “pockmarked grandma’s tofu,” which is named for the elderly Chengdu woman who created the dish in the 19th century.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Federal Judge Declines to Block Federal Immigration Enforcement Surge in Minnesota
The decision came after border czar Tom Homan signaled a drawdown of agents in the city if local authorities cooperate with federal authorities.
Democrat Wins Texas Special Election, Shrinking GOP’s Slim House Majority
The seat had been vacant since March 2025.
Border Czar Homan Says More Than 145,000 Illegal Immigrant Children Located
A DHS investigation showed that more than 323,000 illegal immigrant children were unaccounted for in the United States.
Hegseth Praises Blue Origin’s Work During Cape Canaveral Visit
‘We’re going to make space great again,’ the Secretary of War said.
Maryland House Passes Mid-Decade Redistricting Bill, Sending Measure to Senate
Maryland’s House of Delegates approved HB 488 to redraw the state’s congressional map for 2026, setting up a state Senate fight over mid-decade redistricting.
Day in Photos: Forest Fire in Patagonia, Opposition Protests in Uganda, and Annual Groundhog Day
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Question Time Hones in on Inflation as Reserve Bank Lifts Rates
The shadow treasurer pushed the treasurer on ’the 13th interest rate rise under Labor.’
McVay Has ‘Fingers Crossed’ for Stafford Return, Other Vets Considering Retirement
Matthew Stafford, Tyler Higbee, and Rob Havenstein are all candidates for retirement.
Groundhog Day 2026: Punxsutawney Phil Spots His Shadow, and You Know What That Means
The Groundhog Club announced the chilling news to thousands of Pennsylvania spectators already braving frigid temperatures.
Service Dogs Provide Families With Peace of Mind
Based in southwest Ohio, 4 Paws for Ability raises service dogs to pair as partners for special-needs children.
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.
Cinnamon: A Functional Spice That Improves Blood Sugar and Lowers Inflammation
Often viewed simply as a flavoring spice, research confirms that a little cinnamon goes a long way in supporting an overall healthy lifestyle.
ADHD Medications May Not Improve Attention, Study Suggests
Study of nearly 6,000 children shows Ritalin and Adderall activate the brain’s reward centers rather than attention networks, challenging long-held beliefs.
Even in Winter, the Sun Still Shines in These 5 Citrus Recipes
With their kaleidoscope of color, shape, and flavor, citrus is a welcome contrast to the dark days of winter.
Paint a Wooden Floor
Wood floors made of mismatched planks pieced together, or those already painted, can be transformed with a good primer and paint for an attractive facelift.
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.
Discover the Many Flavors of Marseille
Marseille, named European City of Culture in 2013 and now part of the designated Valley of Gastronomy, is above all a Mediterranean city.
