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.
DHS Launches Fraud Investigation Into Minnesota Refugee Program
The federal review will focus on post-admission vetting and background checks.
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USDA Suspends Payment to Minnesota’s Food Programs Over Suspected Fraud
Minnesota and Minneapolis must provide documentation detailing expenditures before federal payments will resume.
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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.
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.
Day in Photos: Election Campaign in Uganda, Missile Attacks in Ukraine, and Political Prisoners Released in Venezuela
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
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
Trump Stands Firm on Taking Greenland, Vows to Block Russia, China
The president said the United States will not tolerate having Russia or China as a neighbor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘People We Meet on Vacation’: When Poppy Met Alex
Far from unique, this derivative romantic comedy skates by on unadulterated charm.
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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.

‘I Was a Stranger’: Syrians Flee Aleppo
Urban warfare ravages the city of Aleppo during the Syrian Civil War.
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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.
Stellantis Drops Jeep, Chrysler Plug-In Hybrids Amid EV Sales Slowdown
The auto giant plans to stop selling the models in Northern America starting this year.

Trump Appoints New US Nuclear Regulatory Chief
Ho Nieh has vowed to sustain safety standards while ‘designing the future.’

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.

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.

Trinidad Chambliss’s College Career Ends as NCAA Denies His Eligibility Request
Less than 24 hours after Ole Miss’s season ended in the CFP semifinals, its quarterback, Trinidad Chambliss, learned his NCAA career was ending as well.

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.






















































































