White House, Democrats Reach Funding Deal to Avert Partial Shutdown
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s office says Democrats will back short-term Department of Homeland Security funding as negotiations continue.
Queensland Pulls Support for Major Wind Farm Project
State-owned generator CleanCo said the project no longer aligned with its current strategic activities, commercial portfolio and investment priorities.
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Residents in Regional Town Forced to Use Gas Bottles as Network Faces Decommissioning
‘Albany is a city of nearly 40,000 people. It’s embarrassing that we are looking at making everyone use gas bottles,’ said a local resident.
Senator Says Resolution Needed as Leadership Questions Embroil Both Liberal and Nationals
‘I think we just need to bring a resolution to this so we can get on with the job,’ said senior Liberal Senator Jonathon Duniam.
Israeli President’s Australia Visit Confirmed, Pro-Palestine Groups Pledge to Protest
Jewish groups say Herzog’s visit will strengthen community solidarity and bilateral ties.
Beijing Warns It Will ‘Take Measures’ If Australia Axes 99-year Chinese Lease
Both major parties in Australia pledged to axe the Port of Darwin lease in the lead-up to the federal election.
Trump Threatens 50 Percent Tariffs, Decertification of Canadian Aircraft Over Canada Not Certifying Gulfstream Models
Trump says that Canada has not yet certified Gulfstream Aerospace’s 500, 600, 700, and 800 models.
Trump Signals Flexibility on South Korea Tariffs
The South Korean president’s office said ministers would travel to the United States to convey their commitment to implementing the trade deal.
Trump Reshapes Davos as Globalism Takes a Back Seat
Trump attended this year’s gathering in the Swiss Alps with a large delegation, and his Cabinet members used the forum to promote his policies.
Trump Touts $1,000 Trump Accounts for Children
The program begins on July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of American independence.
As Shutdown Looms, Senate Republicans Want Democrats’ Homeland Security Reform Ideas
A funding package that passed the House last week is on shaky ground after the shooting of a Minneapolis protester. The deadline is Jan. 30.
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.
China Recorded the Lowest Birth Rate in 2025: A Look at the Factors Behind the Decline
The decline in birth rates can be viewed as a silent protest by the people against the Chinese Communist Party.
The US Capture of Maduro Freed Hundreds of Political Prisoners
Venezuela is on track for more jobs and freedoms.
Beijing Dreams Its Yuan Will Supplant the Dollar
It will be a long road for the yuan, and it may never get to Beijing’s desired destination.
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How to Protect Yourself When You Can No Longer Speak
Without a health care proxy, hospitals follow defaults, not your wishes.
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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LA Fraud Probe Centers on 42 Hospice Centers in a 4-Block Area: Dr. Oz
The agency head revealed more details about multibillion-dollar California health fraud, which could dwarf the Minnesota fraud scandals that has stoked outrage.
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.
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.
Renting Still Dominates Interstate Moves, but Buyers Lead in Some Metros: NAR
In some metro areas, more than 70 percent of new movers buy a home instead of renting during their first year.
MLB Saves Specialist Kimbrel Attending Spring Training With Mets on Minor League Deal
Kimbrel ranks fifth all-time among MLB relief pitchers with 440 saves, but his 2025 season was not promising. Can he help the retooled Mets reach the playoffs?
Kid Rock Urges 10 Percent Cap on Ticket Resale Price Hikes at Senate Hearing
The southern rocker tells senators that fans shouldn’t have to max out their credit cards to see their favorite artist.
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.
A Meal Plan for Easing Alzheimer’s Disease
Diet, combined with other other elements of a healthy lifestyle, can support healthier brain aging and help reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
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.
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.
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.
