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US Banking Industry: Solid Year, Risks Ahead
Banks face risks from securities losses, margin loans, and private equity in 2026.
America in Photos: Trump Takes NORAD Santa Calls, Helicopter Crash, and Winter Storm
Notable moments from the past week in America.
Over-the-Counter Medicines, Other Items Recalled Over Feces Contamination: FDA
Cold and flu medications, dietary supplements, pet food, cosmetics, medical devices, and foods are subject to the recall.
Knicks Knocking on Championship Door, Chasing First NBA Crown in 53 Years
Although the New York Knickerbockers won NBA championships in 1970 and 1973, the teams didn’t receive ticker-tape parades in Manhattan’s ‘Canyon of Heroes.’
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Trump–Kennedy Center to Sue Jazz Musician for $1 Million Over Canceled Christmas Eve Performance
Vibraphonist and drummer Chuck Redd canceled his free holiday performance that was scheduled for Dec. 24.
Education Department Has Rejected Over 300,000 Requests for Lower Student Loan Repayments
The American Federation of Teachers previously sued Trump to maintain the existing arrangement for student borrowers.
California Ends Lawsuit Against Federal Government Over High-Speed Rail Funding
The Trump administration canceled $4 billion in funding for the project in July.
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Coal Plants to Remain Open to Prevent Blackouts in Midwest: Energy Secretary
The coal plant units, scheduled to cease operations in December, will now remain open until March 23, 2026.
Illegal Immigrant Driver Tries to Run Over ICE Officers in Bid to Escape: DHS
The van rammed into several ICE vehicles, according to the department. No officers were severely injured.
Wall Street Review: Stocks Hit New Record Highs on Santa Claus Rally
All major averages on Friday ended slightly lower on year-end profit-taking.
Death Penalty Possible for Suspect in DC Shooting After New Federal Charges
The case has been transferred to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, where the death penalty is available.
Judge Blocks Trump Admin From Deporting Activist Under Visa Ban
Imran Ahmed argued in his complaint that the sanctions were political retaliation and violated the First Amendment.
White House Christmas Through the Ages: How Presidential Holiday Traditions Evolved
Snowballs, gingerbread houses, and NORAD are key aspects of the White House holiday story.
5 Million Christmas Lights Illuminate 19th-Century Ohio Grist Mill
Clifton Mill’s tribute to Christmas is Anthony Satariano Jr.’s way of keeping his parents’ legacies alive.
DOJ Says It Uncovered 1 Million More Documents Potentially Related to Epstein
It’s not clear why the documents were not found earlier, but the department said they ‘will release the documents as soon as possible.’
Nebraska Sues Smart Home Company for Selling Banned Chinese Security Gear
The Nebraska attorney general said the company is deceiving consumers by branding the products as secure.
ICE Arrests 101 Illegal Alien Truckers in California
Governors allowing illegal aliens to operate large trucks are reckless and put ‘American lives in danger,’ Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Federal Judge Upholds Trump’s $100,000 Fee for H-1B Visas
Two groups had argued the president lacked legal authority to change the fee.
Trump Credits Tariffs for Surprisingly Strong Economic Growth
The gross domestic product (GDP) grew in the third quarter by 4.3 percent, outpacing forecasts, according to a Commerce Department estimate.
