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Reports Say Trump Ordered JSOC to Draft Greenland Invasion Plan, Triggering Allied Response

Legal pushback from U.S. generals prompts allied deterrence planning.

U.S., Partners Hit ISIS Sites Across Syria in New Wave of Hawkeye Strikes

CENTCOM frames the operation as retaliation for the Dec. 13 Palmyra ambush that killed two soldiers and a U.S. interpreter.

Bob Weir, Grateful Dead Co-Founder, Dies at 78

His final performances came in August at Golden Gate Park during the band’s 60th‑anniversary celebration.

Trump Calls for One-Year 10% Cap on Credit Card Interest Starting Jan. 20

The White House offered no mechanism to enforce the cap, leaving Congress as the probable route.

Malaysia Suspends Grok After Indonesia Block as X Reports 3,500 Takedowns

Regulators say Grok lacks effective safeguards, with access to return only after verified fixes.

Mississippi Suspect Arrested After Six Killed in Clay County Shooting Spree

Prosecutors signaled plans to seek the death penalty pending potential capital charges.

Instagram Says No Breach After Wave of Password Reset Emails, Fixes Triggering Flaw

Researchers report a dataset tied to roughly 17 million accounts circulating on dark‑web forums, raising phishing and SIM‑swap risks.

Ukraine Strikes Volgograd Oil Depot as Russia’s Hypersonic Attack Cuts Power in Kyiv

The UN Security Council will meet Monday to address Russia’s Oreshnik launch near NATO’s border.

White House Amplifies Unverified Claim of Sonic Weapon in U.S. Raid That Seized Maduro

U.S. authorities have not verified the witness interview shared online, and questions over tactics and legality persist following the Caracas assault.

U.S., Allies Launch Second Large-Scale Strikes on ISIS Targets Across Syria

CENTCOM describes a second wave under Operation Hawkeye Strike carried out with undisclosed partners as retaliation for December's deadly Palmyra ambush.

NASA Sets Crew-11’s Early Return From ISS for Jan. 14–15 After On‑Orbit Medical Issue

A controlled expedited return enables doctors to perform diagnostics not possible on the station.

Google Launches Universal Commerce Protocol to Bring Checkout to AI Mode and Gemini

Co-development with Shopify, Etsy, Target and Wayfair signals broad retailer buy-in.

Trump Declares National Emergency to Shield Venezuelan Oil Funds in U.S. Accounts

The order blocks creditor claims to keep revenues in U.S. custody as sovereign assets under tight federal control.

Reports Say Bannon Lays 2028 Groundwork While Promoting Trump Third-Term Theory

The MAGA strategist denies personal ambitions, portraying his moves as agenda-setting, with public backing for a legally contested path to a third Trump term.

NASA Targets Jan. 17 Rollout as Artemis II Sets Up for Late-January Fueling Rehearsal

Launch opportunities open Feb. 6 pending wet dress results plus a Flight Readiness Review.

New Mexico Judge Issues Arrest Warrant Charging Timothy Busfield With Child Sex Abuse

The case centers on accusations by twin child actors from Fox’s The Cleaning Lady who told investigators the director inappropriately touched them on set.

U.S. Orders Americans to Leave Venezuela Immediately as Colectivos Set Roadblocks

Officials cite armed pro-regime checkpoints targeting U.S. travelers, with no consular support available inside Venezuela.

T.K. Carter, Actor in The Thing and Punky Brewster, Dies at 69

Los Angeles County authorities said he was found unresponsive at his Duarte home, with the cause of death pending.

Reports Point to Reworked 2026 iPhone Plan With Pro Models and First Foldable in Fall, 17e Earlier

Multiple outlets say Apple is shifting to a staggered rollout as it pursues advanced 2nm chips and a crease‑free foldable display that raise engineering and supply challenges.

Minnesota Leaders Challenge FBI-Only Probe as ICE Shooting Protests Sweep U.S.

State officials have opened a separate investigation after being denied access to evidence.

TRM Labs Links $1 Billion in Stablecoin Transfers to IRGC via Two UK Crypto Exchanges

Investigators traced the pipeline through Israeli-designated wallets using USDT on Tron.

Analysts Split on CoreWeave as Blackwell Upside Collides With Leverage Risk

Fresh notes flag revenue shifts into Q2 2026, highlighting Nvidia's capacity backstop.

Malaysia Suspends Grok After Indonesia Block as X Reports 3,500 Takedowns

Regulators say Grok lacks effective safeguards, with access to return only after verified fixes.

Ethereum Holds Near $3,100 as Symmetrical Triangle Compression Sets Up Breakout Risk

Traders are watching for a volume‑backed break of $3,300 or $2,900 to confirm direction.

White House Amplifies Unverified Claim of Sonic Weapon in U.S. Raid That Seized Maduro

U.S. authorities have not verified the witness interview shared online, and questions over tactics and legality persist following the Caracas assault.

Wing to Expand Walmart Drone Delivery to 150 More Stores in 2026

The rollout targets access for about 10% of Americans through co-located operations at Walmart stores.

Google Launches Universal Commerce Protocol to Bring Checkout to AI Mode and Gemini

Co-development with Shopify, Etsy, Target and Wayfair signals broad retailer buy-in.

Reports Point to Reworked 2026 iPhone Plan With Pro Models and First Foldable in Fall, 17e Earlier

Multiple outlets say Apple is shifting to a staggered rollout as it pursues advanced 2nm chips and a crease‑free foldable display that raise engineering and supply challenges.

Instagram Says No Breach After Wave of Password Reset Emails, Fixes Triggering Flaw

Researchers report a dataset tied to roughly 17 million accounts circulating on dark‑web forums, raising phishing and SIM‑swap risks.

Disney Unveils First In-Ride Look at Buzz Lightyear Overhaul With New Blasters and Pixar-Animated Tunnel

A national TV preview highlights Buzz’s on-ride debut in a reworked hyperspace battle.

Bitcoin’s 2026 Outlook Splits as 2025 Altcoin Winners Diverge

Options pricing points to equally probable boom or bust scenarios for bitcoin by year‑end.

XRP Holds Above $2 After Channel Breakout, Puts Critical Support to the Test

A durable trend requires higher‑timeframe acceptance above the level.

X Announces Smart Cashtags to Tag Exact Assets and Show Live Prices

A feedback-driven test is underway with a public rollout targeted for February 2026.

AI Rally Extends as Nvidia’s CES Roadmap and Analyst Upgrades Lift Big Tech to Records

Fresh CES disclosures bolster analyst views of sustained AI chip demand through 2026.

NASA Targets Jan. 17 Rollout as Artemis II Sets Up for Late-January Fueling Rehearsal

Launch opportunities open Feb. 6 pending wet dress results plus a Flight Readiness Review.

Senate Banking Sets Jan. 15 Markup for CLARITY Act as Key Fights Loom

A tight amendment schedule precedes a pivotal vote, with disputes over DeFi rules, stablecoin rewards and ethics likely to determine the bill’s path.

Wells Fargo, TD Cowen Trim Roblox Targets as December Growth Slows

Wells Fargo maintains an Overweight rating, signaling confidence in near‑term bookings.

BitMine Lifts Staked Ether to 1.08 Million With Fresh 86,400 ETH Deposit

The company is pivoting to a treasury-style strategy that locks tokens for yield via its in‑house validator rollout.

FCC Clears SpaceX to Expand Starlink Gen2 to 15,000 Satellites

The decision pairs phased deadlines with a temporary EPFD waiver to balance expansion with safeguards.

ZKP Presale Gains Traction After CoinMarketCap Feature as Media Amplifies 500x–800x Forecasts

Coverage highlights a transparent on-chain auction plus a hardware pitch attracting attention during a lull in larger coins.

Ovechkin Rolling as Capitals Visit Predators Seeking First Back-to-Back Since Dec. 3

Washington is set to start Charlie Lindgren in Nashville with Tom Wilson still unlikely to play.

Canucks Put Thatcher Demko on IR After Lower-Body Injury, Recall Nikita Tolopilo

Recurring lower-body issues now push Kevin Lankinen into the starting role on a struggling Canucks team.

Manchester United Crash Out of FA Cup With 2-1 Home Defeat to Brighton

Club chiefs are poised to appoint an interim manager within days.

Bills’ Josh Allen Cleared After Concussion Check During Wild-Card Game in Jacksonville

He is playing through a right-foot bone issue with no increased reinjury risk, according to NFL reporting.

Mbappé Named to Bench for Barcelona–Real Madrid Supercopa Final in Jeddah

Defending champions Barcelona face Xabi Alonso’s Madrid in a Saudi-staged Clásico with silverware on the line.

Packers Weigh Matt LaFleur’s Future After Wild-Card Collapse

Team president Ed Policy favors swift clarity because he opposes entering lame-duck years.

U.S. Names 16-Skater Olympic Figure Skating Team as Efimova/Mitrofanov Left Off Over Citizenship

The final roster reflects U.S. Figure Skating’s season-long selection criteria rather than nationals alone.

No. 1 UConn Women Rout Creighton 95-54 to Move to 17-0

The lopsided road win highlighted the conference gap as UConn overpowered a rebuilding, short-handed Creighton.

Bills Edge Jaguars on Josh Allen’s Late TD to Reach Divisional Round

Josh Allen’s 66-yard go-ahead drive capped by a rushing score with 1:04 left sent Buffalo forward in the AFC playoffs.

Trent Williams Expected to Suit Up as Eagles Deactivate Lane Johnson

Philadelphia will be without its star right tackle, underscoring San Francisco's own depth test at linebacker.

Rosenior Starts Chelsea Tenure With 5-1 FA Cup Win as Key Trio Face Fitness Checks

Chelsea's new head coach rotated heavily to protect minor knocks before Wednesday's Carabao Cup semi-final.

Bears Rule Out T.J. Edwards and Ozzy Trapilo for Postseason After Wild-Card Win

Coach Ben Johnson confirmed a fractured fibula for Edwards plus a patellar‑tendon injury for Trapilo.

Everton Target Arsenal’s Ben White as January Right-Back Solution

Arsenal are reluctant to approve a mid-season sale, which points to a loan as the likeliest outcome.

Bucks Visit Short-Handed Nuggets With Jokic Out, Murray Questionable

Denver leans on emerging contributors as Milwaukee closes a West Coast trip with momentum.

Bayern Rout Wolfsburg 8-1 To Stretch Bundesliga Lead To 11 Points

Michael Olise's brace plus a record assist rate highlighted a win filled with personal and team milestones.

Dolphins Request Head-Coach Interview With Rams DC Chris Shula

The grandson of franchise icon Don Shula becomes eligible for virtual interviews next week following the Rams’ wild-card game.

McLaren Sets Feb. 9 Bahrain Launch, Completing F1 2026 Reveal Calendar

The finalized schedule underscores a push for exposure, with Cadillac opting for a Super Bowl reveal as McLaren positions its event between private and official tests.

Panthers LT Ikem Ekwonu Suffers Significant Right Knee Injury in Wild-Card Loss

Dave Canales says testing is pending, creating uncertainty for Ekwonu's timeline entering the Panthers' offseason.

NFL Teams Still Pursue Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman as Prosecutor Reviews Battery Claim

Notre Dame says video in the police report clears its coach.

Falcons Name Matt Ryan President of Football, Begin Coach and GM Search

He now leads the hiring process with final authority over football operations.

Booth Menus, Prices and Photos Published for EPCOT Festival of the Arts Ahead of Jan. 16 Opening

Detailed menus with prices and photos give guests clearer planning information before opening day.

Landman Season 2 Penultimate Episode Escalates Stakes With Leadership Shake-Up and Legal Peril

The hour intensifies pressure on M‑Tex by driving a risk-heavy drilling push that carries steep consequences.

83rd Golden Globes Air Tonight: How to Watch, Who’s Hosting, and What Leads the Race

The show airs live on CBS at 8 p.m. ET with a simultaneous stream for Paramount+ Premium subscribers.

Rhea Seehorn’s Critics’ Choice Win Puts Pluribus Back in the Spotlight as Fans Uncover Cameos

Seehorn says she took the part before seeing a script, reflecting her long‑standing trust in creator Vince Gilligan.

David Letterman Calls CBS News 'a Wreck,' Accusing New Leaders of Gutting Its Integrity

He links the decline to the Paramount–Skydance takeover, citing subsequent editorial shifts.

Bob Weir, Grateful Dead Co-Founder, Dies at 78

His final performances came in August at Golden Gate Park during the band’s 60th‑anniversary celebration.

Bills’ Josh Allen Cleared After Concussion Check During Wild-Card Game in Jacksonville

He is playing through a right-foot bone issue with no increased reinjury risk, according to NFL reporting.

Erich von Däniken, Author of 'Chariots of the Gods,' Dies at 90

His books brought ancient‑astronaut claims into the mainstream despite broad scientific rejection.

Blake Shelton Dismisses Divorce Rumors About Gwen Stefani on Country Countdown USA

Recent social posts, along with a prior People report, point to busy schedules, not a split.

Hailey Bieber Denies Reposting TikTok Alleging ‘Abuse’ in Relationship With Justin Bieber

Her Instagram Story denied ever sharing the user-made clip fueling speculation.

Kelly Clarkson Shares Update on Her Kids Five Months After Brandon Blackstock’s Death

She says nightly snuggles help her children feel secure.

Disney Details Big Thunder Mountain Overhaul, Targeting Spring 2026 Reopening

Imagineering frames the overhaul as a legacy-preserving refresh with expanded storytelling.

The Night Manager Returns With Season 2 as Prime Video Drops First Three Episodes

Prime Video is rolling out the six-episode run weekly through a Feb. 1 finale after a three-episode premiere.

EPCOT's Refreshment Port Closes With No Reopening Date Listed

Disney has not explained the disappearance from schedules during EPCOT’s festival stretch.

New Mexico Judge Issues Arrest Warrant Charging Timothy Busfield With Child Sex Abuse

The case centers on accusations by twin child actors from Fox’s The Cleaning Lady who told investigators the director inappropriately touched them on set.

ABC's GMA and GMA3 Unveil Lineups for Week of January 12

The rosters highlight ABC's mix of interviews with consumer segments under senior executive producer Simone Swink.

Yeison Jiménez Among Six Killed in Colombia Plane Crash as Investigation Begins

An official probe is underway into the Paipa crash that killed six, including Yeison Jiménez.

Adam Sandler Accepts AARP Career Honor With Raucous Aging Bit, Pledges 50 More Films

The comedian used the Movies for Grownups stage to turn aging into a bit, pledging more work.

‘Industry’ Season 4 Premieres on HBO With a Thriller Reboot

The season pivots to a fintech‑driven storyline centered on a major fraud, introducing high‑profile cast changes.

New Avengers: Doomsday Teaser Crowns M’Baku King of Wakanda, Debuts Shuri and Namor Suit Redesigns

Analysts read the visuals as hints of a Wakanda–Talokan tech alliance pointing to a wider stand against Doctor Doom.

Erich von Däniken, Author of 'Chariots of the Gods,' Dies at 90

His books brought ancient‑astronaut claims into the mainstream despite broad scientific rejection.

NASA Targets Jan. 17 Rollout as Artemis II Sets Up for Late-January Fueling Rehearsal

Launch opportunities open Feb. 6 pending wet dress results plus a Flight Readiness Review.

FCC Clears SpaceX to Expand Starlink Gen2 to 15,000 Satellites

The decision pairs phased deadlines with a temporary EPFD waiver to balance expansion with safeguards.

SpaceX Launches First 'Twilight' Rideshare, Sending 40 Satellites and NASA Astrophysics Missions to Terminator Orbit

The new mission profile targets a dawn–dusk sun-synchronous path optimized for continuous power and observation conditions.

NASA Sets Crew-11’s Early Return From ISS for Jan. 14–15 After On‑Orbit Medical Issue

A controlled expedited return enables doctors to perform diagnostics not possible on the station.

World’s Oceans Set Another Record for Stored Heat in 2025

A peer-reviewed international synthesis attributes the record deep-ocean heat gain to the planet’s greenhouse-gas energy imbalance that will endure until emissions reach net zero.

Jupiter at Opposition Tonight, Brightest and Largest of 2026

Look to the eastern sky after sunset to see it glowing through Gemini all night.

Data Centers Prove They Can Support the Grid as AI Load Soars

A Phoenix field test cutting peak demand by 25% highlights software controls as a near-term lever for easing capacity constraints.

Hubble Confirms First Starless Dark-Matter Cloud, ‘Cloud-9,’ a Predicted RELHIC

Deep Hubble imaging ruled out even faint starlight, making the object a benchmark for testing dark matter physics.

Earliest Superheated Galaxy-Cluster Atmosphere Detected Challenges Formation Models

Separate observations of abundant cold gas in other proto-clusters underscore how incomplete current theories remain.

California Is Drought-Free for the First Time Since 2000

Experts caution the drought-free map reflects short-term surface wetting.

China Reports 2025 Research Surge on Tiangong

Official figures point to a maturing national orbital lab defined by heavier payloads, larger data returns, first-of-kind experiments.

NOAA Sees Northern Lights Chance Across Northern U.S. This Weekend With Minor Geomagnetic Storm

A coronal mass ejection interacting with a fast solar‑wind stream could push auroras south, with visibility dependent on real‑time conditions.

NASA Orders First Medical Evacuation From ISS, Bringing Crew-11 Home Early

NASA plans a Dragon splashdown within days for a stable crew member, with Crew-12 timing under review.

Immune Atlas Sharpens Myeloma Risk Prediction as Dual-Target CAR T Counters BCMA Loss

Linking baseline bone marrow immune states to outcomes points to tests that could steer treatment.

Ordovician Mass Extinction Set the Stage for the Rise of Jawed Fishes

A new global fossil database tracks how survivors in isolated hotspots diversified before spreading worldwide.

NASA: Antarctic Megaberg A-23A Turns Blue, On Verge of Disintegration

The berg now spans about 1,182 square kilometers, according to the U.S. National Ice Center.

Regional Sites Republish Stacker Rankings of the Coldest Januarys Since 1895 for Texas, California and Oregon

Each list relies on NOAA’s NCEI records to rank months by lowest average temperature.

Rubin Observatory Finds Fastest-Spinning Large Asteroid in First Commissioning Data

The peer-reviewed result validates Rubin's LSST Camera as a powerful engine for rapid small-body discovery.

Florida Says 16 of 24 Baby Formulas Exceeded Heavy-Metal Limits, Launches Ongoing State Testing

With detailed methods withheld, questions are mounting about the findings.

Reports Say Trump Ordered JSOC to Draft Greenland Invasion Plan, Triggering Allied Response

Legal pushback from U.S. generals prompts allied deterrence planning.

Iran Threatens U.S. Bases and Israel as Trump Weighs Response to Protests

The president is reviewing military as well as non‑kinetic responses, with no strike authorized.

David Letterman Calls CBS News 'a Wreck,' Accusing New Leaders of Gutting Its Integrity

He links the decline to the Paramount–Skydance takeover, citing subsequent editorial shifts.

Myanmar Opens Second Phase of Junta-Run Election as Fighting Limits the Vote

Rights monitors call the staggered polls a junta bid to cement power.

Rights Groups Say Iran Protest Deaths Top 500 as Tehran Warns U.S., Israel

A nationwide internet blackout is obscuring the toll, complicating independent verification.

Minnesota Leaders Challenge FBI-Only Probe as ICE Shooting Protests Sweep U.S.

State officials have opened a separate investigation after being denied access to evidence.

Landman Season 2 Penultimate Episode Escalates Stakes With Leadership Shake-Up and Legal Peril

The hour intensifies pressure on M‑Tex by driving a risk-heavy drilling push that carries steep consequences.

Richard Codey, Former N.J. Governor and Longest-Serving Lawmaker, Dies at 79

His family said he died peacefully at home after a brief illness, with service details forthcoming.

Trump Tells Cuba to 'Make a Deal' as U.S. Halts Venezuelan Oil Flows

The move follows Maduro's capture, with Washington now seeking to reroute Venezuelan oil to U.S. buyers under supervised terms.

TRM Labs Links $1 Billion in Stablecoin Transfers to IRGC via Two UK Crypto Exchanges

Investigators traced the pipeline through Israeli-designated wallets using USDT on Tron.

White House Amplifies Unverified Claim of Sonic Weapon in U.S. Raid That Seized Maduro

U.S. authorities have not verified the witness interview shared online, and questions over tactics and legality persist following the Caracas assault.

Kansas City Vigil Draws About 1,000 After ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

Demonstrators in Kansas City call for transparency during the ongoing federal investigation.

Noem Doubles Down on 'Domestic Terrorism' Claim in Testy CNN Interview Over Minneapolis ICE Shooting

State leaders demand an independent inquiry after the FBI kept control of key evidence.

Portrait Gallery Replaces Trump Image With White House Photo, Cuts Impeachment Text

The edit follows months of White House pressure over museum content.

NYC Leaders Denounce Pro‑Hamas Chants at Queens Synagogue as Mamdani Faces Scrutiny

The backlash has sharpened debate over protections for houses of worship, including proposed protest‑free safety zones.

Arrest Made After Arson Heavily Damages Jackson’s Only Synagogue

Authorities say a suspect will face charges in a federal-assisted probe as the congregation secures temporary space for worship.

Malaysia Suspends Grok After Indonesia Block as X Reports 3,500 Takedowns

Regulators say Grok lacks effective safeguards, with access to return only after verified fixes.

DHS to Send Hundreds More Officers to Minnesota After ICE Shooting Protests

Officials cite safety concerns after days of protests over the disputed ICE killing of Renée Good.

After U.S. Raid, Maduro Held in New York as Washington Signals Leverage Over Venezuela’s Oil

Fresh Chinese denunciations alongside new polling in the U.S. highlight rising diplomatic and political costs.

Landman Season 2 Penultimate Episode Escalates Stakes With Leadership Shake-Up and Legal Peril

The hour intensifies pressure on M‑Tex by driving a risk-heavy drilling push that carries steep consequences.

Ex-Husband Charged in Columbus Killings of Spencer and Monique Tepe After Arrest in Illinois

Police say a tracked vehicle seen on neighborhood surveillance led to his identification, with extradition from Illinois pending.

Minnesota Leaders Challenge FBI-Only Probe as ICE Shooting Protests Sweep U.S.

State officials have opened a separate investigation after being denied access to evidence.

Arrest Made After Arson Heavily Damages Jackson’s Only Synagogue

Authorities say a suspect will face charges in a federal-assisted probe as the congregation secures temporary space for worship.

TRM Labs Links $1 Billion in Stablecoin Transfers to IRGC via Two UK Crypto Exchanges

Investigators traced the pipeline through Israeli-designated wallets using USDT on Tron.

New Mexico Judge Issues Arrest Warrant Charging Timothy Busfield With Child Sex Abuse

The case centers on accusations by twin child actors from Fox’s The Cleaning Lady who told investigators the director inappropriately touched them on set.

Noem Doubles Down on 'Domestic Terrorism' Claim in Testy CNN Interview Over Minneapolis ICE Shooting

State leaders demand an independent inquiry after the FBI kept control of key evidence.

Search Continues for Missing Wetumpka Boater on Alabama River

Officials are using air, marine assets to locate 54-year-old James R. Dawkins.

DHS to Send Hundreds More Officers to Minnesota After ICE Shooting Protests

Officials cite safety concerns after days of protests over the disputed ICE killing of Renée Good.

Matt Prokop Held Without Bail in Texas on Felony Child Pornography Charge

He remains jailed in Victoria County following a Dec. 31 warrant that added a new felony count to charges stemming from a Christmas Eve arrest.

37-Year-Old Man Dies After Rollover on Icy Road in Kenockee Township

Deputies cite snow and ice as contributing factors, with impairment not suspected.

CNN Panel Clashes Over Abby Phillip’s Claim Somalis Are Victims in Minnesota Fraud

The on-air dispute highlights a broader fight over who is harmed by Minnesota fraud cases.

Lil Tjay Denies Involvement After Konvy Is Shot At During Bronx Livestream

Police say a 23-year-old victim is expected to recover, with no arrests announced.

Police Identify Woman Killed in Park Ridge Pedestrian Crash at Cumberland and Peterson

Police seek witnesses in the Major Crash Unit's probe of the fatal Park Ridge collision.

Search for Missing Oklahoma Boy Intensifies as Mother and Stepfather Remain Jailed

Authorities say they believe 12-year-old Ryan “RJ” Davis is alive.

Pardoned Jan. 6 ‘Lectern Guy’ Files for Manatee County Commission, Uses Viral Image as Logo

His bid illustrates how Trump’s 2025 pardons have turned some Jan. 6 notoriety into local political currency.

U.S. Orders Americans to Leave Venezuela Immediately as Colectivos Set Roadblocks

Officials cite armed pro-regime checkpoints targeting U.S. travelers, with no consular support available inside Venezuela.

Boca Raton Man Charged With Battery After Altercation at Anti-ICE Protest

Deputies say the larger protest of about 500 people remained largely peaceful.

U.S., Partners Hit ISIS Sites Across Syria in New Wave of Hawkeye Strikes

CENTCOM frames the operation as retaliation for the Dec. 13 Palmyra ambush that killed two soldiers and a U.S. interpreter.

Instagram Says No Breach After Wave of Password Reset Emails, Fixes Triggering Flaw

Researchers report a dataset tied to roughly 17 million accounts circulating on dark‑web forums, raising phishing and SIM‑swap risks.

Rights Groups Say Iran Protest Deaths Top 500 as Tehran Warns U.S., Israel

A nationwide internet blackout is obscuring the toll, complicating independent verification.

Ethereum Holds Near $3,100 as Symmetrical Triangle Compression Sets Up Breakout Risk

Traders are watching for a volume‑backed break of $3,300 or $2,900 to confirm direction.

Trump Tells Cuba to 'Make a Deal' as U.S. Halts Venezuelan Oil Flows

The move follows Maduro's capture, with Washington now seeking to reroute Venezuelan oil to U.S. buyers under supervised terms.

Trump Moves to Curb Wall Street Home Buying and Weighs $200 Billion in Mortgage-Bond Purchases

Democrats signal openness to legislation as fuller policy details are due later this month.

After U.S. Raid, Maduro Held in New York as Washington Signals Leverage Over Venezuela’s Oil

Fresh Chinese denunciations alongside new polling in the U.S. highlight rising diplomatic and political costs.

GameStop Is Closing More Than 400 U.S. Stores as Cost Cuts Accelerate

The downsizing follows earlier disclosures that more closures were planned before the fiscal year ends January 31.

CNN Panel Clashes Over Abby Phillip’s Claim Somalis Are Victims in Minnesota Fraud

The on-air dispute highlights a broader fight over who is harmed by Minnesota fraud cases.

XRP Holds Above $2 After Channel Breakout, Puts Critical Support to the Test

A durable trend requires higher‑timeframe acceptance above the level.

Ethiopia Breaks Ground on Bishoftu Airport City as OLF Decries Displacement

Officials pitch a continental hub to relieve pressure on Bole.

Trump Calls for One-Year 10% Cap on Credit Card Interest Starting Jan. 20

The White House offered no mechanism to enforce the cap, leaving Congress as the probable route.

This Week: Bank Earnings, CPI and TSMC Set the Tone

Traders eye fresh earnings plus inflation readings to gauge the rate outlook.

X Announces Smart Cashtags to Tag Exact Assets and Show Live Prices

A feedback-driven test is underway with a public rollout targeted for February 2026.

BitMine Lifts Staked Ether to 1.08 Million With Fresh 86,400 ETH Deposit

The company is pivoting to a treasury-style strategy that locks tokens for yield via its in‑house validator rollout.

Trump Declares National Emergency to Shield Venezuelan Oil Funds in U.S. Accounts

The order blocks creditor claims to keep revenues in U.S. custody as sovereign assets under tight federal control.

Google Founders Scale Back California Ties as Billionaire Tax Drive Spurs Moves, Disputed Exodus Claims

A union-backed initiative would apply retroactively to Jan. 1, 2026, with payments spread over five years.

Judge Halts Trump Administration Freeze on $10 Billion for Child Care and Welfare Programs

A 14-day order restores states’ access to the funds pending a ruling on the administration’s legal authority.

Ethereum Sentiment Slides to Pre‑Rally Lows as On‑Chain Activity Rises

Analysts cite stronger network growth plus staking interest as signs the backdrop may be improving.

Magnificent 7’s Grip Eases as 2026 Opens, Even With Bullish Street Targets

Stretched valuations temper optimism built on three straight years of strong returns.

Suspicious Maduro Bet Puts Prediction Markets Under Fresh Scrutiny

A $400,000 Polymarket windfall placed hours before the U.S. raid is prompting calls to curb insider trading.

GameStop Is Closing More Than 400 U.S. Stores as Cost Cuts Accelerate

The downsizing follows earlier disclosures that more closures were planned before the fiscal year ends January 31.

Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 — Broken Things Gets Feb. 18 PC Release, Consoles to Follow

A new trailer spotlights The Prototype as the chapter’s looming puppetmaster.

Tales of Berseria Remaster Targets 30fps on Switch, 60fps on PS5 and Xbox

Bandai Namco warns of possible frame-rate dips on Switch during ongoing compatibility testing for Switch Lite and Switch 2.

Maxis Clarifies Sims Roadmap: Project Rene Goes Mobile-First as Studio Prioritizes The Sims 4’s ‘Next Evolution’

Maxis says its inclusive ethos remains intact despite the pending EA buyout.

2026 Video Game Slate Firms Up With Early Dates as GTA VI Targets Nov. 19

Schedules remain fluid due to recent delay histories.

Fortnite South Park Event Opens Part 1 Quests, First Memberberry Now Earnable

Players earn a Memberberry by finishing four of six tasks in Part 1, with more chances arriving in scheduled weekly releases.

Larian Says Switch 2 Port of Baldur’s Gate 3 Isn’t Its Call

Vincke says any Nintendo release would require approval from Wizards of the Coast.

Larian Bans GenAI Art and AI-Written Text From Divinity After AMA Clarification

The studio detailed consent-based ML tools for prototyping and animation following backlash to earlier comments.

Czech Retail Listings Hint at $950–$1,070 Steam Machine Pricing

With no official pricing from Valve, the figures circulating online could be retailer markups or placeholders.

Reverse: 1999 Sets Version 3.2 ‘A Flowing Feast’ for Jan. 20, Confirms Atomic Heart Collaboration

Bluepoch details new characters, big giveaways, deeper modes, an Atomic Heart crossover.

SAND: Raiders of Sophie Sets March Launch on PS5 and PC, Xbox to Follow

The PvPvE shooter spotlights customizable Tramplers—giant walking bases that define its desert raids.

Xbox Sets Jan. 22 Developer_Direct With Fable, Forza Horizon 6 and Game Freak’s New RPG

The studio-led broadcast opens Xbox’s 25th year with extended gameplay showcases.

StarRupture Food System Fully Mapped With Complete Recipes and Unlock Path

New guides provide a verified path from early foraging to scalable meal production.

Nintendo Adds Light Purple and Light Green Joy-Con 2 for Switch 2, Out Feb. 12

The accent-only approach at the usual $99.99 price is drawing criticism from buyers.

Fortnite Adds South Park’s Stick of Truth, a One-Use Mythic That Sets the Final Circle

The item appears in Cartmanland only when a named Rift Anomaly triggers, with a map marker visible to all players.

Fortnite Leaks Point to Adventure Time Wave 2 and Regular Show Cosmetics

No Epic confirmation leaves all details unverified.

Former Rockstar QA Confirms Red Dead Redemption 2’s Newly Found Spider-Web Mystery Was Intended

The acknowledgment bolsters confidence in the puzzle’s intent.

Nintendo Adds Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance to Switch 2 GameCube Classics

The release gives Switch 2 subscribers access to the 2005 strategy RPG, expanding Nintendo’s retro catalog ahead of the next mainline Fire Emblem.

Ubisoft Says The Division 3 Is 'Shaping Up to Be a Monster' in Active Development

The sequel is in production under Julian Gerighty with ambitions to match the original’s impact.

GTA 6 Release Date Questions Revived as Reporter Says Game Isn’t Content Complete

Jason Schreier says the game is still not content complete.