Trump–Kennedy Center to Close for 2 Years for Renovations, Trump Announces

The reconstruction will ‘turn it into a World Class Bastion of Arts, Music, and Entertainment,’ the president says.
Trump–Kennedy Center to Close for 2 Years for Renovations, Trump Announces
AUSTRALIAN NEWS

Fresh 5-day Manhunt Launched to Find Suspected Police Killer Dezi Freeman

More than 100 police have been deployed to Mount Buffalo in Victoria six months after the fatal shooting.
Fresh 5-day Manhunt Launched to Find Suspected Police Killer Dezi Freeman
WORLD

New Secretary-General Needs to Reform UN, an Organization in Crisis, Experts Say

‘The only real hope for the U.N. would be for an outsider to come in and reform it,’ one expert said.
New Secretary-General Needs to Reform UN, an Organization in Crisis, Experts Say

Venezuela Plans Amnesty for Political Prisoners, Closure of Notorious Detention Center

A proposed amnesty bill could free hundreds of political detainees, including opposition leaders, journalists, and human rights activists.
Venezuela Plans Amnesty for Political Prisoners, Closure of Notorious Detention Center
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US

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.
Federal Judge Declines to Block Federal Immigration Enforcement Surge in Minnesota
US

Judge Blocks Parts of Trump Order on Verifying Citizenship for Voter Registration

The May 2025 order directed officials to enforce policies on voting and voter registration. The judge said the president lacks the authority to do that.
Judge Blocks Parts of Trump Order on Verifying Citizenship for Voter Registration
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CHINA AND THE CCP

China’s Military Went on ‘Near-War’ Alert After Ouster of Top General, Insiders Say

Insiders say elevated internal security measures were used after the removal of Zhang Youxia, showing fears of regime instability rather than external conflict.
China’s Military Went on ‘Near-War’ Alert After Ouster of Top General, Insiders Say
Common ADHD Drug Linked to Obesity Risks

Common ADHD Drug Linked to Obesity Risks

Experts say benefits likely outweigh the risks.
Several Great and Some Not-So-Good Titles Due in February

Several Great and Some Not-So-Good Titles Due in February

Here’s what to look for in theaters and streaming next month.