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.
Man Arrested After Spraying Substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar at Town Hall
Members of the audience tackled the attacker as Omar said she was unharmed.
Border Czar Homan Meets With Minnesota Gov. Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Frey
‘We all agree that we need to support our law enforcement officers and get criminals off the streets,’ Homan said.
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Fraud Concerns Spread From Minnesota to Ohio
Anti-fraud efforts were already underway in Ohio, officials say, long before outrage over Minnesota Somali fraud spread suspicions to the Buckeye State.
NTSB Finds ‘Systematic Failures’ Led to DC Midair Collision: Key Takeaways
The failures included allowing helicopters to fly so close to commercial jets and ignoring NTSB recommendations for location tracking technology.
Judge Blocks Virginia Democrats’ Redistricting Plan for 2026 Midterm Elections
The state Legislature failed to follow the rules when it passed a proposed constitutional amendment on redrawing Virginia’s congressional map, the judge held.
In Some States, Parents Risk Losing Custody for Rejecting Child’s Transgender Identity | Erin Friday
Friday has joined the legal fight against school policies that allow social transitioning of minors without parental consent.
US Exits Paris Agreement, as Trump’s 2025 Pledge Becomes Official
The move follows the US exit from WHO and 66 other global climate and social justice clubs.
Judge Blocks Deportation of 5-Year-Old Boy and Father in ICE Custody
The federal ruling stops their removal while the court case proceeds.
Japan–US Alliance ‘Would Collapse’ If Tokyo Turned a Blind Eye to Taiwan Crisis, PM Says
‘If something terrible were to happen there, we would have to go and rescue the Japanese and Americans in Taiwan,’ Takaichi said.
Trump Says He Wants to Deescalate in Minnesota
Border Patrol chief Greg Bovino was replaced by White House border czar Tom Homan this week to lead the ongoing illegal immigration enforcement.
Trump Highlights Economic Policies in Midterm Push at Iowa Rally
The president thanked Iowans for their support in prior elections while asking them to turn out in large numbers this November.
Why Friends Are The Brain’s Best Medicine
Neuroscience reveals why friendship isn’t just nice–it’s brain fuel.
Trump Order Seeks to Fast-Track Rebuild of Los Angeles Properties Destroyed by Wildfires
The president criticized state and local governments for their handling of the Pacific Palisades and Eaton Canyon wildfires.
Abbott Freezes H-1B Hiring at Texas Universities
The Texas governor’s letter to state agency heads also requires them to disclose information about existing H-1B status workers.
Raphael’s Defining Madonna
More than its iconic cherubs, Raphael’s “Sistine Madonna” is a masterwork of perspective, prophecy, and Renaissance idealism.
The Fight for the Bill of Rights: Who Gets the Power?
The constitutional struggle that produced the Bill of Rights and secured enduring protections for individual liberty.
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When Medicine Leads to More Medicine
Gabapentin and common medications can cause side effects doctors mistake for new health problems.
Meet a British Neoclassical Masterpiece
John Deare’s ‘Caesar Invading Britain’ exhibits the 18th-century sculptor’s virtuosic range of depth, texture, and narrative.
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Minneapolis CEOs Urge De-escalation After Fatal Shooting by Border Patrol Agent
Officials said a Border Patrol agent fired during a struggle to disarm a suspect during an immigration enforcement operation.
Why a Waning Iranian Regime Is a Major Setback for China
Iran is key for Beijing to exert influence in the Middle East and for China to circumvent U.S. sanctions and counter the dollar system, experts say.
Judge Orders Federal Government to Retain Evidence Related to Minnesota Shooting
Minnesota’s attorney general is calling for a ‘full, impartial, and transparent investigation’ into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti on Jan. 24.
EPA Cancels California’s Heavy-Duty Vehicle Regulation
California will not be allowed to impose ‘unnecessary regulations on the entire nation,’ the EPA administrator said.
Border Patrol-Involved Shooting in Arizona Leaves 1 Person Injured
The FBI said one person was taken into custody following an assault on a federal officer.
Fears New Zealand’s Proposed Telco Law May Broaden State Powers Over Encrypted Messaging
‘New Zealanders will no longer be able to rely on overseas-based networks or applications ... for private or encrypted communications,’ said the FSU.
Buffalo Bills Make Joe Brady Youngest Head Coach in NFL
Brady, 36, was promoted from offensive coordinator after the firing of Sean McDermott
‘Blind Side’ Actor Showing Signs of Improvement After Being Placed on Life Support
Quinton Aaron, who played Michael Oher in the 2009 film, was hospitalized for a severe blood infection after collapsing in his home last week.
Potential Cause of ByHeart Infant Botulism Outbreak May Be Whole Milk Ingredient
The outbreak has infected 51 babies across the United States, with all of them getting hospitalized.
The New Era of Menopause: Reclaiming Your Vigor After 65
Doctors are reconsidering the old ‘stop at 65’ rule and what it means for menopause care.
Daily Meal Plan to Help Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
Lower blood pressure naturally with a DASH-inspired meal plan.
Why 2 People Cutting Back on Butter and Cheese Could Have Different Results
A large review found that reducing saturated fat lowered heart risks mainly for people already at high risk—and that what replaces it matters.
The Secret to Impossibly Fluffy Southern Biscuits
My biggest piece of advice: Don’t take biscuit-making too seriously, but try to make them regularly.
Ask Angi: How Can I Control Pests in Winter?
As temperatures drop, many insects and rodents look for warm shelter, steady food, and safe places to wait out the season.
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.
Iowa’s Historic Surf Ballroom Offers a New Reason to Make the Trip
The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, has tacked on an interactive exhibit that celebrates the 78-year-old venue’s place in music history.
