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NASA: Astronaut’s ‘Serious Medical Concern’ Triggers Crew-11’s Early Return Home
NASA officials clarified they were not launching an emergency evacuation.
Hochul, Mamdani Announce Free Child Care Expansion for New York
New York State will fund Mamdani’s plan for free child care for 2-year-olds in New York City and increase seats in the program for children aged 3 and up.
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2 Shot, Injured in Incident With Federal Police in Portland
‘We are still in the early stages of this incident,’ said Portland Police Chief Bob Day, urging the public to remain calm.
Hero Who Disarmed Bondi Beach Gunman Meets Schumer, Receives Honour from Bill Ackman
Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed was presented with an award by an emotional Bill Ackman and received a medal from the NYPD.
Used Car Values to Edge Higher in 2026 as Used EV Prices Fall: Report
Cox Automotive forecasts a 2 percent rise in used car values by year end, signaling a return to normal depreciation.
NRA Foundation Denies Allegations in Parent Organization’s Lawsuit
Officials from the charitable arm of the National Rifle Association vowed to put up a vigorous defense in court.
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Atlanta Fed Nearly Doubles Q4 Growth Estimate to 5.4 Percent After Strong Data
Stronger economic data and delayed releases point to more robust U.S. growth momentum toward the end of the year.
Iowa Becomes First State to Receive Education Compliance Waiver
Returning education to states empowers state leaders, who know their students far better than Washington bureaucrats, the education secretary said.
Reality TV Star Spencer Pratt Announces Los Angeles Mayoral Bid, Vows to ‘Expose the System’
Pratt is demanding accountability from city and state leaders after he and his wife Heidi Montag lost their home in the Palisades wildfire last year.
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Cambodia Extradites Alleged Scam Tycoon Chen Zhi to China
The Prince Group founder also faces charges in the United State related to alleged crypto fraud, human trafficking, and forced labor.
Room for China in Venezuela Oil, But US Must Stay in Charge: Energy Secretary
China has been a long-time trade partner of Venezuela and is expected to maintain a presence there after the downfall of Maduro, Chris Wright says.
IRS to Start Accepting Tax Returns on Jan. 26 for 2025 Tax Season
Several new tax law provisions could impact federal taxes, credits, and deductions.
Walz Says Feds Are Blocking Minnesota From ICE Shooting Probe as Federal Officials Defend Agent
Governor says shutting out state investigators will hurt trust in the case, while Kristi Noem and JD Vance say the ICE officer acted in self-defense.
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.
US Purchase of Greenland Being ‘Actively Discussed,’ Says White House’s Leavitt
The press secretary said ‘all options are always on the table’ as President Donald Trump negotiates the acquisition of the world’s largest island.
US Service-Sector Activity Accelerates to 12-Month High in December: ISM
Service-sector momentum improved late in the year as businesses reported stronger demand and renewed hiring, even as cost pressures remained elevated.
HHS, CDC Defend Removing Universal Influenza Vaccine Recommendations for Children
‘We’ve empowered parents and health care providers,’ health official Jim O'Neill said.
The Truth About Venezuela Under Socialism, From Those Who Fled It
‘I think that no American can imagine the fear that you can feel for just being—standing in a place,’ one Venezuelan in Florida said.
US to Receive 30 to 50 Million Barrels of Sanctioned Oil From Venezuela: Trump
The U.S. president announced that the oil would be sold in the United States at market price.
Trump Warns He Might Be Impeached If Republicans Don’t Win in 2026
‘You got to win the midterms,’ the president stressed during a House GOP retreat Tuesday.
