U.S.
Homeland Security Increasing Self-Deportation Payment From $1,000 to $2,600
Self-deporting illegal immigrants who sign up to leave the United States through the CBP Home app can get the payment, the department stated.
ICE Launches ‘Operation Catch of the Day’ in Maine
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it is targeting the ‘worst criminal illegal aliens who have terrorized communities.’
Appeals Court Pauses Order Limiting Immigration Agent Action Against Minnesota Protesters
A lower court said agents could not use tear gas or detain protesters if they were not obstructing the agents.
Netflix Beats Earnings, Shares Fall as Warner Bros. Deal Talks Drag On
The company said the deal, if completed, would complement its production capabilities and bring the HBO brand in-house.
Industrial Development Agency Files Lawsuit Against Agency Monitor, New York Inspector General
The Orange County agency says that the decision was made too late and under political pressure.
4
5
6
7
Major Winter Storm to Hit US, Weather Service Warns
Snowfall is expected in parts of Texas and Louisiana and across the Midwest, the agency says.
Trump Admin Pauses Tax Refund Seizures, Wage Garnishments for Defaulted Student Loans
Education officials said the suspension is meant to allow more time to implement student loan payment reforms.
California GOP Petitions Supreme Court to Block State’s Redistricted Maps
Last week, a three-judge panel rejected the bid by California Republicans, ruling that the redrawn maps favoring Democrats were legal.
LATEST
Pending Home Sales in US Drop Nearly 10 Percent in December: NAR
Meanwhile, Redfin estimated that in December 2025, there were 47.1 percent more home sellers than buyers—the largest gap since 2013.
Key Takeaways From Trump’s Davos Speech
The president touted U.S. economic success over the past year, while also devoting significant time to making the case for the U.S. acquisition of Greenland.
Lower US Gasoline Prices Predicted for 2026 and 2027
The impact of crude oil prices is projected to decline during this period, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Trump Talks Bilateral Relations With Turkish President Erdogan in Phone Call
The two leaders discussed bilateral ties, Syria, the ISIS terrorist group, and other issues, according to the Turkish government.
Protesters Demonstrate Against Trump Admin, ICE in Washington, Across America
Tensions over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have escalated after weeks of turbulent protests in Minneapolis.
South Carolina Measles Outbreak Expands, 538 People in Quarantine
The outbreak has reached several universities.
Greenland ‘Essential’ to US Golden Dome Missile Defense, Bessent Says
‘The president is worried that if there were an incursion into Greenland, the U.S. would be called upon to defend Greenland,’ the Treasury secretary said.
Trump Posts Macron Message Questioning Greenland Push, Offering G7 Talks
The EU is planning for an emergency summit as Trump tied Greenland demands to new tariff threats against European allies.
Trump Threatens 200 Percent Tariffs on French Wines If France Refuses to Join Board of Peace
The Board of Peace will oversee the Palestinian technocratic committee.
In Photos: Trump’s First Year as 47th President
President Donald Trump’s first year back in office as captured by photographers.
Expert: Fraud Is ‘Fundamental’ Part of Child Transgender Medical Field
There is no solid evidence that puberty blockers, hormones, and surgery benefit children with gender dysphoria.
IMF Raises 2026 US Growth Forecast to 2.4 Percent
IT investment now accounts for the largest share of US economic output since 2001, according to IMF economists.
DOJ Launches Probe After Anti-ICE Protesters Disrupt Church Service in Minnesota
Footage circulating on social media shows protesters inside Cities Church in St. Paul during a Sunday service.
