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US, Partners Launch New Strikes on ISIS Targets in Syria
The strikes are part of a continuing bombing campaign in response to a Dec. 13 ISIS attack that killed two U.S. troops and a civilian interpreter.
Trump Declares National Emergency to Shield Venezuelan Oil Revenues Held in US Custody
The executive order places U.S.-held revenues from Venezuelan oil sales beyond the reach of courts and creditors to advance U.S. security goals.
30 Anti-ICE Protesters Detained in Minneapolis After Hotels Damaged
The Depot Renaissance Hotel suffered approximately $6,000 worth of damage after protests in the downtown area.
Member of Chinese Money Laundering Network Charged With Laundering Millions in Drug Proceeds
If convicted, Lin Yan, of California, faces up to 20 years in prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
US Operations in Venezuela Shatter Beijing’s Influence in Latin America: Analysts
China’s inaction following Nicolás Maduro’s capture by the United States exposes its unreliability, one expert said.
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RFK Jr.’s Food Pyramid Flip Will Have Widespread Benefits, Proponents Say
The new dietary guidelines, which were announced on Jan. 7, embrace the consumption of whole foods and represent efforts by the HHS to address chronic disease.
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.
California Gov. Newsom Highlights His Record in Final State of the State Address
The governor criticized Trump while highlighting economic recovery, educational projects, a drop in homelessness, and high-speed rail progress in California.
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Macy’s Announces Store Closures This Year Despite ‘Meaningful’ Progress
Over the past few years, Macy’s faced declining sales and intense competition from online retailers.
FBI Names New York Field Office Chief as New Deputy Director
Christopher Raia will succeed Dan Bongino as deputy director of the FBI, the agency said.
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.
USDA Suspends Payment to Minnesota’s Food Programs Over Suspected Fraud
Minnesota and Minneapolis must provide documentation detailing expenditures before federal payments will resume.
Amazon Customers Still Eligible for FTC Settlement Payments: 5 Things to Know
Some customers can receive a maximum payment of $51 in the settlement.
US-India Trade Deal Stalled Because Modi Didn’t Call Trump, Commerce Chief Says
Indian exports to the United States are currently under a 50 percent tariff, including a penalty on India’s purchases of Russian oil.
Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Defendant Pleads Not Guilty
Brian Cole Jr. is accused of transporting explosives across state lines and attempting to use them at the DNC and RNC headquarters in Washington.
NASA: Astronaut’s ‘Serious Medical Concern’ Triggers Crew-11’s Early Return Home
NASA officials clarified they were not launching an emergency evacuation.
Trump Directs Purchase of $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte said on X that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will execute the purchase.
US Treasury Implementing Trump-Backed ‘No Tax’ on Car Loan Interest, Bessent Says
The guidance said that new vehicles eligible for the tax deduction include those with final assembly in the United States.
FCC Exempts Some Foreign-Made Drones From US Import Ban
The FCC said in December that relying on foreign-made drones poses ‘an unacceptable risk’ to national security.
Steny Hoyer, Longest-Serving Democrat in Congress, to Retire
The congressman has served in the House since 1981.
Venezuela Commits to Buying American Goods in Oil Deal: Trump
The purchases will include American agricultural products, medicines, medical devices, and equipment to upgrade Venezuela’s energy infrastructure.
House Advances Bill to Extend Obamacare Enhanced Subsidies
The procedural cleared the way for consideration of passage of a three-year extension of the enhanced subsidies, which expired on Dec. 31.
