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Today: February 02, 2026
Today: February 02, 2026

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America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry

Electric vehicles are a fast-growing share of auto sales in many countries, and Chinese automakers are benefiting as the US industry pulls back.

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way

Many homeowners could save money on their heating bills by installing heat pumps – but not everyone, and not everywhere.

Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way
Economy|Environment|Health|Science

EPA’s new way of evaluating pollution rules hands deregulators a sledgehammer and license to ignore public health

In the world of cost benefit analysis, if an impact isn’t monetized, it doesn’t exist. A former EPA official explains what’s changing now and why it matters.

EPA’s new way of evaluating pollution rules hands deregulators a sledgehammer and license to ignore public health
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Opinion

Colorado has emergency domestic violence shelters in only half its counties, leaving survivors without safe housing options

A lack of shelters and affordable housing means survivors of domestic violence have few places to go.

Colorado has emergency domestic violence shelters in only half its counties, leaving survivors without safe housing options
Economy|Health|Opinion|Political|World

Afghan migrants stranded in Pakistan after the US suspends refugee resettlement

After a failed US intervention exposed Afghan civilians to Taliban threats, Washington is retreating from its humanitarian obligations.

Afghan migrants stranded in Pakistan after the US suspends refugee resettlement
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all
Business|Economy|Food|Health|Lifestyle

Starbucks wants to lure people back in the afternoon with new energy drinks and matcha

Starbucks wants to lure people back in the afternoon with new energy drinks and matcha

Starbucks wants to lure people back in the afternoon with new energy drinks and matcha
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US applications for jobless benefits, a proxy for layoffs, tick down to 209,000 last week.

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched down modestly last week, remaining at historically healthy levels despite recent high-profile layoff announcements

US applications for jobless benefits, a proxy for layoffs, tick down to 209,000 last week.
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US ambassador warns of China's growing manufacturing dominance

The top U.S. envoy to China has called for fair and reciprocal trade between the world's two largest economies

US ambassador warns of China's growing manufacturing dominance
Business|Economy|Technology|Travel

What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats

Southwest Airlines passengers are making their final boarding-time scrambles for seats as the carrier prepares to end its signature open-seating system

What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump eyes basing his new Board of Peace at a Washington building in legal limbo

The Trump administration is looking at basing the new Board of Peace in the Washington building that formerly housed the U.S. Institute of Peace

Trump eyes basing his new Board of Peace at a Washington building in legal limbo
Business|Economy|Health|Technology

Altria earnings fall short amid lower cigarette sales and competition for nicotine products

Shares of Altria dipped Thursday after the tobacco giant reported flat earnings due to declining cigarettes sales and challenging competition for newer products, including flavored nicotine pouches

Altria earnings fall short amid lower cigarette sales and competition for nicotine products
Economy|Political|World

Trump's wide ambitions for Board of Peace spark new support for the United Nations

President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to sidestep the United Nations through his new Board of Peace appears to have inadvertently backfired

Trump's wide ambitions for Board of Peace spark new support for the United Nations
Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

Trump says Venezuelan airspace will reopen to commercial travel and Americans soon can visit

President Donald Trump says he's informed Venezuela’s acting president that he'll open up all commercial airspace over Venezuela

Trump says Venezuelan airspace will reopen to commercial travel and Americans soon can visit
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks higher, holding near lowest point in more than 3 years

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate edged up for the second week in a row, but remains just above its lowest level in more than three years

Average US long-term mortgage rate ticks higher, holding near lowest point in more than 3 years
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Trump’s deal with Senate leaders to avert government shutdown hits snags as lawmakers refuse to allow quick vote

Trump’s deal with Senate leaders to avert government shutdown hits snags as lawmakers refuse to allow quick vote

Trump’s deal with Senate leaders to avert government shutdown hits snags as lawmakers refuse to allow quick vote
Business|Economy|Europe|World

India and the European Union reach a free trade deal representing a third of global trade

India and the European Union have reached a free trade agreement that covers up to 2 billion people after nearly two decades of negotiations

India and the European Union reach a free trade deal representing a third of global trade
Africa|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Spain is granting legal status to immigrants lacking authorization — potentially 500,000 people

Spain will grant legal status to potentially hundreds of thousands of immigrants living and working in the country without authorization

Spain is granting legal status to immigrants lacking authorization — potentially 500,000 people
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Trump visits Iowa trying to focus on affordability during fallout over shooting in Minneapolis

President Donald Trump is making a big pitch in Iowa as the White House tries to focus on affordability ahead of midterm elections despite fallout over his administration's immigration crackdown

Trump visits Iowa trying to focus on affordability during fallout over shooting in Minneapolis
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Lifestyle

$1,000 car loan payments are on the rise, stressing household budgets

$1,000 car loan payments are on the rise, stressing household budgets

$1,000 car loan payments are on the rise, stressing household budgets
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Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence
Business|Economy|Finance

The Fed has four new voters this year. They may complicate Trump’s push for lower rates

The Fed has four new voters this year. They may complicate Trump’s push for lower rates

The Fed has four new voters this year. They may complicate Trump’s push for lower rates
Business|Economy|Europe|Technology|World

EU steps in to make sure Google gives rivals access to AI services and data

The European Union is stepping in to ensure Google gives rival AI companies and search engines access to data and Gemini AI services

EU steps in to make sure Google gives rivals access to AI services and data
Business|Economy|Political

Top US trading partners pledged to invest $5 trillion in America. These researchers have doubts.

President Donald Trump strong-armed America’s biggest trading partners into pledging trillions of dollars of investment in the United States

Top US trading partners pledged to invest $5 trillion in America. These researchers have doubts.
Asia|Business|Economy|Political|Travel|World

UK's Starmer heads to China seeking a thaw in relations but risking a rift with Trump

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is heading to China, aiming to improve relations with Beijing amid tensions with the United States

UK's Starmer heads to China seeking a thaw in relations but risking a rift with Trump
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment

In Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row, a renowned auction house makes a strategic move

In Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row, a renowned auction house makes a strategic move

In Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row, a renowned auction house makes a strategic move
Business|Economy|Technology|World

For Britain, China remains a ‘threat’ – but one worth doing business with

For Britain, China remains a ‘threat’ – but one worth doing business with

For Britain, China remains a ‘threat’ – but one worth doing business with
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street sets a record while the US dollar's value slides again

Wall Street ticked to a record as stocks zigzagged underneath the market’s surface following mixed profit reports from UnitedHealth, General Motors and other big companies

Wall Street sets a record while the US dollar's value slides again
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Minneapolis shooting scrambles Second Amendment politics for Trump

Prominent Republicans and gun rights advocates helped elicit a White House turnabout this week after bristling over the administration’s characterization of Alex Pretti as responsible for his own death because he lawfully possessed a weapon

Minneapolis shooting scrambles Second Amendment politics for Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Fed expected to keep rates unchanged as Chair Powell pivots back to economics

After two weeks of intense political and legal scrutiny, the Federal Reserve will seek to make this week’s meeting about interest rates as straightforward and uneventful as possible, though President Donald Trump probably still won’t like the result

Fed expected to keep rates unchanged as Chair Powell pivots back to economics
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Russia offers cash bonuses, frees prisoners and lures foreigners to replenish its troops in Ukraine

Russian authorities use various strategies to recruit new troops to replenish its supply of soldiers for its nearly 4-year-old full-scale invasion of Ukraine

Russia offers cash bonuses, frees prisoners and lures foreigners to replenish its troops in Ukraine
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says he’s raising tariffs on South Korea because it’s ‘not living up’ to trade agreement

Trump says he’s raising tariffs on South Korea because it’s ‘not living up’ to trade agreement

Trump says he’s raising tariffs on South Korea because it’s ‘not living up’ to trade agreement
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney calls Trump's tariff threats bluster ahead of US-Canada free trade talks

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says some of U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats should be viewed as prepositioning before negotiations to renew the countries' free trade pact

Carney calls Trump's tariff threats bluster ahead of US-Canada free trade talks
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump threatens to hike tariffs on South Korean goods over inaction on trade deal

President Donald Trump says he is increasing tariffs on South Korean goods because the country’s national assembly has yet to approve the trade framework announced last year

Trump threatens to hike tariffs on South Korean goods over inaction on trade deal
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump's about-face in Minnesota after Pretti's death is latest in pattern of sudden shifts

President Donald Trump is taking a more conciliatory approach with Democratic leaders in Minnesota

Trump's about-face in Minnesota after Pretti's death is latest in pattern of sudden shifts
Americas|Economy|World

Venezuela’s acting president says she has had ‘enough’ of US orders

Venezuela’s acting president says she has had ‘enough’ of US orders

Venezuela’s acting president says she has had ‘enough’ of US orders
Business|Crime|Economy|Sports|World

Ex-Olympic snowboarder pleads not guilty to running a drug smuggling ring

A former Canadian Olympic snowboarder turned top FBI fugitive made his first appearance in a U.S. court on charges he allegedly ran a billion-dollar multinational drug trafficking ring and orchestrated multiple killings

Ex-Olympic snowboarder pleads not guilty to running a drug smuggling ring
Crime|Economy|Political|World

The shootings in Minneapolis are upending the politics of immigration in Congress

The shooting deaths of two American citizens at the hands of federal law enforcement in Minneapolis have upended the politics of the Trump administration’s deportation agenda

The shootings in Minneapolis are upending the politics of immigration in Congress
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Treasury cancels $21 million in Booz Allen contracts, blaming Trump tax return leak

Treasury cancels $21 million in Booz Allen contracts, blaming Trump tax return leak

Treasury cancels $21 million in Booz Allen contracts, blaming Trump tax return leak
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms

Recovery from Mississippi's worst ice storm in more than 30 years could take a week or more

Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms
Economy|Environment|Science|World

Paralyzing winter storms put a big chill on the US economy, but how much?

Experts say the massive winter storm hitting the American East is taking a multi-billion dollar toll on the U.S. economy

Paralyzing winter storms put a big chill on the US economy, but how much?
Economy|Environment|Interview|World

The first refugee to lead the UN refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'

The first refugee to lead the U_N_ refugee agency tells The Associated Press that the world faces a “very difficult moment in history.”

The first refugee to lead the UN refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

US stocks rise as gold hits another record and the dollar's value sinks again

U.S. stock indexes ticked higher, while other markets made louder moves, including another record-breaking rush for the price of gold

US stocks rise as gold hits another record and the dollar's value sinks again
Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How the polar vortex and warm ocean intensified a major US winter storm

The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else.

How the polar vortex and warm ocean intensified a major US winter storm
Business|Crime|Economy

Businesses face pressure to respond to immigration enforcement while also becoming a target of it

Businesses are coming into the crosshairs of President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign, whether it’s public pressure for them to speak out against aggressive immigration enforcement or becoming the sites for arrests themselves

Businesses face pressure to respond to immigration enforcement while also becoming a target of it
Business|Economy|World

Minnesota CEOs issue joint letter urging de-escalation in Minnesota after shooting

More than 60 CEOs of Minnesota-based companies signed an open letter posted on the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce website on Sunday calling for state, local and federal officials to work together, as businesses grapple with how to address tensions in the state and across the country following two fatal shootings by federal agents amid a massive immigration enforcement operation that has spurred protests

Minnesota CEOs issue joint letter urging de-escalation in Minnesota after shooting
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

US Treasury Department ends contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton after Trump tax leak

The U.S. Treasury Department has cut contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton after a former contractor leaked tax information about wealthy individuals, including Donald Trump

US Treasury Department ends contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton after Trump tax leak
Economy|Europe|World

NATO chief says Europe should ‘keep on dreaming’ if it thinks it can defend itself without the US

NATO chief says Europe should ‘keep on dreaming’ if it thinks it can defend itself without the US

NATO chief says Europe should ‘keep on dreaming’ if it thinks it can defend itself without the US
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Family fights for refund after winter storm cancels daughter’s flight to Scotland

Family fights for refund after winter storm cancels daughter’s flight to Scotland

Family fights for refund after winter storm cancels daughter’s flight to Scotland
Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insists Europe cannot defend itself without U.S. military support

NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help
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Historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopens after 20-year closure

Historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopens after 20-year closure

Historic Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts reopens after 20-year closure
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|Technology

Mail theft in Colorado continues years after USPS vowed to make changes

Mail theft in Colorado continues years after USPS vowed to make changes

Mail theft in Colorado continues years after USPS vowed to make changes
Business|Economy|Election|Political|US

Former candidate Perry Johnson joins crowded Republican field running for governor of Michigan

A Michigan Republican businessman has joined a crowded field of candidates vying for to be the state's next governor

Former candidate Perry Johnson joins crowded Republican field running for governor of Michigan
Economy|Political|World

Cuba's Santeros offer gifts and ask deities for peace as tensions rise with US

Priests and priestesses of the Afro-Cuban religion known as Santería have offered gifts to deities and asked for peace as tensions rise between the United States and Cuba and the island braces for more economic difficulties

Cuba's Santeros offer gifts and ask deities for peace as tensions rise with US
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

UAE conglomerate plans legal action against Lebanon over $1.7B investment losses

The Dubai-based Al Habtoor Group plans to take legal action against Lebanese authorities over investment losses of $1.7 billion

UAE conglomerate plans legal action against Lebanon over $1.7B investment losses
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|Science|Technology

Trump administration invests in another US rare earth miner to loosen China's grip on supply

The U.S. is taking a minority stake in an Oklahoma rare earth miner, the latest government investment in the sector as it seeks to minimize its reliance on imports of a material used prevalently in smartphones, robotics, electric vehicles and many other high tech products

Trump administration invests in another US rare earth miner to loosen China's grip on supply
Economy|Education|Environment|Science

Marine protected areas aren’t in the right places to safeguard dolphins and whales in the South Atlantic

Despite Brazil’s recent expansions of protected areas, research shows that the favorite habitats of whales and dolphins are still threatened by human activities.

Marine protected areas aren’t in the right places to safeguard dolphins and whales in the South Atlantic
Business|Economy|Election|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Britain's Conservative Party loses another high-profile lawmaker to hard-right Reform

Former British Home Secretary Suella Braverman has defected to the hard-right Reform UK party

Britain's Conservative Party loses another high-profile lawmaker to hard-right Reform
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Travel

US hospitality and tourism professors don’t mirror the demographics of the industry they serve

Nearly three-quarters of tourism professors are white, a recent analysis found, and nearly half are white men.

US hospitality and tourism professors don’t mirror the demographics of the industry they serve
Economy|Education|Opinion|Political

Political polarization in Pittsburgh communities is rooted in economic neglect − not extremism

Voters in places like Aliquippa and Braddock aren’t becoming more radical; they’re responding to decades of disinvestment and institutional failure.

Political polarization in Pittsburgh communities is rooted in economic neglect − not extremism
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Myanmar uses 'ghost ships' to import aviation fuel for deadly air attacks, Amnesty says

Amnesty International says Myanmar's military is using evasive tactics to import aviation fuel for air attacks in its civil war

Myanmar uses 'ghost ships' to import aviation fuel for deadly air attacks, Amnesty says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Gold just hit a record $5,000. What’s driving the surge?

Gold just hit a record $5,000. What’s driving the surge?

Gold just hit a record $5,000. What’s driving the surge?
Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

Trump administration redoubles immigration enforcement strategy as cracks emerge in the president’s coalition

Trump administration redoubles immigration enforcement strategy as cracks emerge in the president’s coalition

Trump administration redoubles immigration enforcement strategy as cracks emerge in the president’s coalition
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Carney says Canada has no plans to pursue free trade agreement with China as Trump threatens tariffs

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says his country has no intention of pursuing a free trade deal with China

Carney says Canada has no plans to pursue free trade agreement with China as Trump threatens tariffs
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Europe|World

France detains captain of suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker seized in Mediterranean

The captain of an oil tanker intercepted by the French navy in the Mediterranean Sea is in custody for questioning

France detains captain of suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker seized in Mediterranean
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|Travel|World

Crowds bid farewell to Japan’s last pandas before return to China amid souring ties

Crowds bid farewell to Japan’s last pandas before return to China amid souring ties

Crowds bid farewell to Japan’s last pandas before return to China amid souring ties
Business|Economy|Education|Science|Technology

How Americans are using AI at work, according to a new Gallup poll

A new Gallup poll finds that American workers have adopted artificial intelligence into their work lives at a remarkable pace over the past few years

How Americans are using AI at work, according to a new Gallup poll
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Getting to 'no': Europe's leaders find a way to speak with one voice against Trump

European leaders are finding a way to speak with one voice against President Donald Trump and they're increasingly willing to say “no” to his demands

Getting to 'no': Europe's leaders find a way to speak with one voice against Trump
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Trump’s stock market: Worst first year of a term since George W. Bush

Trump’s stock market: Worst first year of a term since George W. Bush

Trump’s stock market: Worst first year of a term since George W. Bush
Crime|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Neighbors spring into action as firefighters battle two-alarm blaze in Northeast Baltimore amid freezing temps

Neighbors spring into action as firefighters battle two-alarm blaze in Northeast Baltimore amid freezing temps

Neighbors spring into action as firefighters battle two-alarm blaze in Northeast Baltimore amid freezing temps
Business|Economy|Environment|Technology|Travel

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump threatens Canada with a 100% tariff over its China trade deal and escalates feud with Carney

President Donald Trump is threatening to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America’s northern neighbor goes ahead with its trade deal with China

Trump threatens Canada with a 100% tariff over its China trade deal and escalates feud with Carney
Business|Crime|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Health|World

Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14

Officials say one person was killed and 14 others injured in a gas explosion and fires at the top of a 17-story New York City apartment building

Gas explosion, fire on top floors of New York City apartment building kills 1, injures 14
Business|Economy|Finance|Travel|World

Stranded by winter weather? Here’s what airlines owe you

Bad weather can derail even the best-laid travel plans

Stranded by winter weather? Here’s what airlines owe you
Economy|Health|Political|World

US envoys urge Netanyahu to move into Gaza ceasefire's second phase

Top U.S. envoys have met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to advance the ceasefire in Gaza

US envoys urge Netanyahu to move into Gaza ceasefire's second phase
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump threatens new 100% tariffs on Canada over possible trade deal with China

Trump threatens new 100% tariffs on Canada over possible trade deal with China

Trump threatens new 100% tariffs on Canada over possible trade deal with China
Economy|Interview|Travel|World

Voices of the Venezuelan diaspora after Maduro’s ouster: How millions live abroad as they wonder if it’s time to return

Voices of the Venezuelan diaspora after Maduro’s ouster: How millions live abroad as they wonder if it’s time to return

Voices of the Venezuelan diaspora after Maduro’s ouster: How millions live abroad as they wonder if it’s time to return
Arts|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Trump stirs talk of 'new world order' as leaders signal shifting global alliances

President Donald Trump has revoked an invitation to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to join his Board of Peace

Trump stirs talk of 'new world order' as leaders signal shifting global alliances
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|World

Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61, injure 110 over 3 days in Afghanistan, authorities say

Heavy snow and rainfall over the past three days have killed more than 60 people and injured over 100 across Afghanistan, the country’s disaster management authority says, as authorities in the impoverished country struggle to open roads and gain access to cut-off villages

Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61, injure 110 over 3 days in Afghanistan, authorities say
Crime|Economy|Education|Lifestyle|World

Minneapolis residents shelter immigrant children separated from parents and sought by federal agents

As more than 2,000 federal agents surge in Minneapolis in an immigration crackdown and clash with protesters on the streets, countless residents are also quietly resisting the operation through grassroots networks sheltering and supporting immigrants

Minneapolis residents shelter immigrant children separated from parents and sought by federal agents
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander warns the US his force has its 'finger on the trigger'

The commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned that his forces are "more ready than ever" as U.S. warships move toward the Middle East

Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander warns the US his force has its 'finger on the trigger'
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

How a fiery Scott Bessent calmed market nerves over Greenland

How a fiery Scott Bessent calmed market nerves over Greenland

How a fiery Scott Bessent calmed market nerves over Greenland
Business|Economy|Finance|Health

Health insurance is even less affordable this year – here’s why

Health insurance is even less affordable this year – here’s why

Health insurance is even less affordable this year – here’s why
Africa|Crime|Economy|Political|World

After accepting US deportees, South Sudan wanted sanctions relief for top official, documents show

After agreeing to accept deportees from the United States last year, South Sudan sent a list of requests to Washington that included American support for the prosecution of an opposition leader and sanctions relief for a senior official accused of diverting over a billion dollars in public funds

After accepting US deportees, South Sudan wanted sanctions relief for top official, documents show
Asia|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|US|World

Trump administration's defense strategy tells allies to handle their own security

The Pentagon has released a National Defense Strategy that chastises U.S. allies to take control of their own security and reasserts the Trump administration’s focus on dominance in the Western Hemisphere over a longtime goal of countering China

Trump administration's defense strategy tells allies to handle their own security
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World

FEMA extends housing aid for Maui wildfire survivors until 2027

U.S. officials have granted an extension for housing assistance to survivors of the 2023 wildfires in Hawaii, according to Gov. Josh Green

FEMA extends housing aid for Maui wildfire survivors until 2027
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Stock Markets|World

The Latest: Global leaders say world economy shows resilience

Leaders at the World Economic Forum urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of clashes with the Trump administration and focus on boosting growth and fighting inequality

The Latest: Global leaders say world economy shows resilience
Crime|Economy|Environment|Health

Family of man crushed by a bulldozer in his tent at an Atlanta homeless encampment sues nonprofits

The family of a homeless man who died after a bulldozer crushed his tent has filed a second lawsuit against the nonprofits involved in clearing the encampment

Family of man crushed by a bulldozer in his tent at an Atlanta homeless encampment sues nonprofits
Business|Crime|Economy|Environment|Travel

Dumpsters fall off truck, snarl traffic on Interstate 95 in Danvers, Massachusetts

Dumpsters fall off truck, snarl traffic on Interstate 95 in Danvers, Massachusetts

Dumpsters fall off truck, snarl traffic on Interstate 95 in Danvers, Massachusetts
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing the Trump administration for approving an oil company's plans to restart two oil pipelines along the state's coast

California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast
Economy|MidEast|Political|World

A look at the US military assets in the Middle East

The Pentagon has sent new U.S. military assets into the Middle East, including an aircraft carrier group and its thousands of additional troops

A look at the US military assets in the Middle East
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Sports|World

NBA, ACC men, UConn women among college hoops games affected by approaching winter storm

An approaching major winter storm has prompting a shuffling of an NBA game, an NHL game and dozens of college basketball games this weekend

NBA, ACC men, UConn women among college hoops games affected by approaching winter storm
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Political|World

Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's comment that “Canada lives because of the United States” by saying Canada thrives because of Canadian values

Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street drifts as Intel tumbles and gold's price rises to another record

The U.S. stock market finished its zigzag week full of tariff threats and cancellations with a quiet and tentative close

Wall Street drifts as Intel tumbles and gold's price rises to another record
Business|Economy|Education|Sports

NCAA approves uniform patches, opening up revenue possibilities for athletic departments

The NCAA unearthed another revenue stream when Division I leaders approved patches for uniforms in a move that could generate millions to fund athletic departments that are looking for new ways to pay players

NCAA approves uniform patches, opening up revenue possibilities for athletic departments
Economy|Political|World

Haiti's transitional council deepens political chaos by voting to oust the prime minister

A member of Haiti’s transitional presidential council has announced that a majority of the panel has voted to fire the country’s embattled Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé as the country’s political chaos deepens

Haiti's transitional council deepens political chaos by voting to oust the prime minister
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

How one Army veteran turned rejection into a thriving company

How one Army veteran turned rejection into a thriving company

How one Army veteran turned rejection into a thriving company
Business|Economy|Finance|World

ICE immigration tactics are shocking more Americans as US-Mexico border operations move north

Militarized immigration enforcement used to be confined to near the US-Mexico border, far away from most Americans’ front lawns.

ICE immigration tactics are shocking more Americans as US-Mexico border operations move north
Economy|Europe|Political|World

Ukraine, Russia, US discuss fraught issue of territorial concessions in Abu Dhabi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the future of Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region is a key focus as negotiators from Ukraine, Russia, and the United States meet in Abu Dhabi

Ukraine, Russia, US discuss fraught issue of territorial concessions in Abu Dhabi
Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Republicans move forward with plans for a midterm convention featuring Trump

Republicans move forward with plans for a midterm convention featuring Trump

Republicans move forward with plans for a midterm convention featuring Trump
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally

Vice President JD Vance is encouraging anti-abortion activists to celebrate progress in limiting abortion

Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally
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Trump signs Board of Peace charter

President Donald Trump unveiled his 'Board of Peace' with a signing ceremony at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The President has tasked the group with rebuilding Gaza and tackling global conflicts. The signing ceremony was attended by fewer than 20 countries.

Trump signs Board of Peace charter
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Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter
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Judge rules Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in 5 states for now

A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states

Judge rules Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in 5 states for now
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US hits 9 tankers with sanctions over Iranian oil during protest crackdown and internet shutdown

The United States has imposed sanctions on a fleet of nine ships accused of transporting hundreds of millions of dollars in forbidden Iranian oil to foreign markets

US hits 9 tankers with sanctions over Iranian oil during protest crackdown and internet shutdown
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There is a massive demand for World Cup tickets and savvy resellers could be big winners

World Cup ticket prices are at exorbitant levels yet fans are still queueing up in their millions to attend soccer’s biggest tournament

There is a massive demand for World Cup tickets and savvy resellers could be big winners
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Dallas Mavericks narrow search area for new arena

Dallas Mavericks narrow search area for new arena

Dallas Mavericks narrow search area for new arena
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Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt

The decision to bring a dog into the family should recognize that, like other family members, they will require medical care.

Dogs can need more than kibble, walks and love − consider the escalating expenses of their medical care before you adopt
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Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone

As businesses race to adopt AI, you might worry that the experience and expertise you’ve built up has become a lot less valuable. But you still have more control over your future than you think.

Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone
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Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption

Leading global economic policymakers at the World Economic Forum in Davos urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of clashes with the Trump administration and focus on boosting growth and fighting inequality in a world where trade will continue to flow and international cooperation is still badly needed

Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption
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'Horrifying': Milwaukee officials say no heat and water causes dozens to evacuate apartment

'Horrifying': Milwaukee officials say no heat and water causes dozens to evacuate apartment

'Horrifying': Milwaukee officials say no heat and water causes dozens to evacuate apartment
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Network shutdown leaves Wisconsin lawmakers meeting outside of public view

The shutdown of Wisconsin’s version of C-SPAN amid a shortfall of fundraising has left the state as perhaps the only one in the country where its legislative floor debates are not being broadcast

Network shutdown leaves Wisconsin lawmakers meeting outside of public view
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Trump steals the show in Davos with a mixed bag of rhetoric and results at elite gathering

U.S. President Donald Trump has taken center stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos, overshadowing discussions on AI and renewable energy

Trump steals the show in Davos with a mixed bag of rhetoric and results at elite gathering
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In the case of the Federal Reserve, Supreme Court appears to carve out a murky exception

The Supreme Court for the past year has repeatedly allowed President Donald Trump to fire heads of independent agencies, but it appears to be drawing a line with the Federal Reserve

In the case of the Federal Reserve, Supreme Court appears to carve out a murky exception
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Kushner's vision for rebuilding Gaza faces major obstacles

Jared Kushner envisions a rebuilt Gaza with high-rises, a coastline that attracts tourists and a bustling port

Kushner's vision for rebuilding Gaza faces major obstacles
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Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.
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Japan will hold an early election next month as Takaichi aims to capitalize on her popularity

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved the lower house of parliament to pave the way for an early election on Feb. 8

Japan will hold an early election next month as Takaichi aims to capitalize on her popularity
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EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay

The European Union is ready to implement a free trade agreement with the Mercosur group of South American countries on a provisional basis

EU Commission indicates it's ready to implement Mercosur trade deal despite parliament vote to delay
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2028 Olympics could bring big wins for Los Angeles labor unions

Labor unions in Los Angeles are gearing up for the 2028 Summer Olympics by planning strategically timed strikes to win better wages and benefits

2028 Olympics could bring big wins for Los Angeles labor unions
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Why freezing rain has millions at risk of losing power — and heat

Utility companies and state officials are preparing for a forecasted ice storm that could bring down power lines and cause widespread outages

Why freezing rain has millions at risk of losing power — and heat
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To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard

Winter has its fans, but even those who enjoy playing in the snow probably dislike the chore of clearing up after a big storm that dumps several inches or even feet of snow and ice

To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard
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Wary EU leaders seek to preserve transatlantic ties after a week of Trump threats

European Union leaders have welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to drop his tariff threats over Greenland, but they are wary about his Board of Peace project

Wary EU leaders seek to preserve transatlantic ties after a week of Trump threats
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As Trump zeroes in on Venezuela’s oil, Rodríguez moves to meet his demands

As Trump zeroes in on Venezuela’s oil, Rodríguez moves to meet his demands

As Trump zeroes in on Venezuela’s oil, Rodríguez moves to meet his demands
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People in Gaza dig through garbage for things to burn to keep warm — a far cry from Trump's vision

Desperate Palestinians at a garbage dump in a Gaza neighborhood are digging with their bare hands for plastic items to burn to keep warm in the cold and damp winter in the enclave, battered by two years of the Israel-Hamas war

People in Gaza dig through garbage for things to burn to keep warm — a far cry from Trump's vision
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Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston

A massive winter storm is barreling toward the eastern U.S., threatening to bring severe ice and snow from Texas to Boston

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston
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Trump rolls out his Board of Peace, but it's not clear how many leaders will join him

President Donald Trump launched his Board of Peace on Thursday to lead efforts to maintain a ceasefire in Gaza

Trump rolls out his Board of Peace, but it's not clear how many leaders will join him
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'What the hell else you want me to say?': Chase CEO's tense exchange over Trump question

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon had a tense exchange at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Wednesday with moderator and Editor-in-Chief of The Economist Zanny Minton Beddoes when she asked a question about President Trump.

'What the hell else you want me to say?': Chase CEO's tense exchange over Trump question
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is criticizing European allies for their slow and fragmented response to Russia's invasion

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'
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Vance's message in Minneapolis: Local officials must cooperate with the immigration crackdown

Vice President JD Vance says he came to Minneapolis to help “lower the temperature” in the city

Vance's message in Minneapolis: Local officials must cooperate with the immigration crackdown
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CSX railroad profit slips 2% as shipping demand remained weak and severance costs hurt results

CSX said Thursday that its profit slipped 2% in the fourth quarter as the railroad dealt with weak demand and severance costs from layoffs that new CEO Steve Angel carried out last fall

CSX railroad profit slips 2% as shipping demand remained weak and severance costs hurt results
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Venezuela opens debate on an oil sector overhaul as Trump seeks role for US firms

Venezuela’s legislature is debating a major overhaul of its oil sector, the first since Hugo Chávez's era

Venezuela opens debate on an oil sector overhaul as Trump seeks role for US firms
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What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.

What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.

What is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and who is joining? Here’s what to know.
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US stocks climb some more after Trump calls off his tariffs for Greenland

U.S. stocks rose and regained more of their losses for the week

US stocks climb some more after Trump calls off his tariffs for Greenland
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Trump administration tells agencies to compile data on money sent to Democratic states

President Donald Trump's budget office is telling government agencies to compile data on federal money sent to a group of 14 mostly Democratic-controlled states and the District of Columbia

Trump administration tells agencies to compile data on money sent to Democratic states
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Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review
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Trump sues JPMorgan for $5 billion, alleges the bank closed his accounts for political reasons

President Donald Trump is suing JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon for $5 billion

Trump sues JPMorgan for $5 billion, alleges the bank closed his accounts for political reasons
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Trump sues JPMorgan and Jamie Dimon for dropping him as a customer after Jan. 6 attack

Trump sues JPMorgan and Jamie Dimon for dropping him as a customer after Jan. 6 attack

Trump sues JPMorgan and Jamie Dimon for dropping him as a customer after Jan. 6 attack
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Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice

Mother of Amazon fulfillment center employee shot, killed at work demands justice
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Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's reversal on tariffs

Leader of Denmark and its semiautonomous territory Greenland are insisting that the island's sovereignty is non-negotiable after U.S. President Donald Trump said he agreed to a framework on Arctic security with the head of NATO

Denmark and Greenland say sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's reversal on tariffs
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Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward
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Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston

Rhode Islanders have long been able to choose Mr. Potato Head for their specialty license plates

Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro moves to Boston
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Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it
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The Latest: Davos closes as Trump's diplomacy shifts to fresh Ukraine talks

U.S. President Donald Trump used the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to unveil a proposed "Board of Peace" for Gaza

The Latest: Davos closes as Trump's diplomacy shifts to fresh Ukraine talks
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Extreme winter storm threat sparks historic natural gas spike

Extreme winter storm threat sparks historic natural gas spike

Extreme winter storm threat sparks historic natural gas spike
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No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say

No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say

No written document memorializes the future deal framework for Greenland, sources say
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France's navy intercepts an oil tanker in the Mediterranean sailing from Russia

Officials say that France’s navy, working with intelligence provided by the United Kingdom, intercepted an oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea that traveled from Russia, in a mission targeting the sanctioned Russian shadow fleet

France's navy intercepts an oil tanker in the Mediterranean sailing from Russia
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NYC nurses on strike resume negotiations with hospitals on 11th day

New York City nurses on strike are headed back to the bargaining table with hospital administrators to try to bring an end to the city’s biggest walkout of its kind in decades

NYC nurses on strike resume negotiations with hospitals on 11th day
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Consumer spending remained strong during the holiday season despite elevated prices

Consumer spending remained strong during the holiday season despite elevated prices

Consumer spending remained strong during the holiday season despite elevated prices
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Greenlanders march to let Trump know: 'We are not for sale'

Crowds marched in Greenland's capital, Nuuk, Saturday sending a message that their country is not for sale as US President Donald Trump pushes for a deal. CNN's Nic Robertson reports.

Greenlanders march to let Trump know: 'We are not for sale'
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New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.

New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.

New information about 'brutal' prison attack. What inmate said after allegedly killing cellmate.
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Teen's idea leads to bill offering tax credits for braille shipping labels

Teen's idea leads to bill offering tax credits for braille shipping labels

Teen's idea leads to bill offering tax credits for braille shipping labels
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Colombia imposes tariffs and halts energy sales to Ecuador as trade feud escalates

Colombia has announced a 30% tax on certain Ecuadorian products and says it will suspend energy sales to Ecuador

Colombia imposes tariffs and halts energy sales to Ecuador as trade feud escalates
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America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it

Coal mines are notorious sources of acid mine drainage, but the orange sludge that threatens water supplies and wildlife also contains valuable rare earth elements.

America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it
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Women accused of stealing $8,000 worth of baby formula

Women accused of stealing $8,000 worth of baby formula

Women accused of stealing $8,000 worth of baby formula
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Wife searches for husband after ICE detention following traffic stop

Wife searches for husband after ICE detention following traffic stop

Wife searches for husband after ICE detention following traffic stop
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Texas leads the nation in supplying new residents to other states

Texas has become the top source of new residents for nine other states, despite its own population growth

Texas leads the nation in supplying new residents to other states
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Prices ticked up in November as Americans keep spending, a key inflation measure shows

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge ticked up in November in the latest sign that price increases remain stubbornly elevated

Prices ticked up in November as Americans keep spending, a key inflation measure shows
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Missouri rejects a ban on college athlete prop bets after NCAA gambling scandals

Missouri gambling regulators have rejected an NCAA request to ban bets on college athletes' performance

Missouri rejects a ban on college athlete prop bets after NCAA gambling scandals
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Paramount extends its deadline for its Warner Bros. tender offer, again

Skydance-owned Paramount is again extending the tender offer window in its $77.9 billion hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros

Paramount extends its deadline for its Warner Bros. tender offer, again
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NBA and Abu Dhabi extend partnership, league will bring more games there

The NBA and Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism have extended their partnership

NBA and Abu Dhabi extend partnership, league will bring more games there
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Pacific Life seeks to dismiss Kyle Busch's $8.5M lawsuit over insurance policies

Pacific Life Insurance Company has asked a federal court to dismiss an $8.5 million lawsuit filed by NASCAR champion Kyle Busch and his wife

Pacific Life seeks to dismiss Kyle Busch's $8.5M lawsuit over insurance policies
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Newsom calls Trump’s speech in Davos 'remarkably insignificant'

In an interview with CNN's Kaitlan Collins, California Governor Gavin Newsom responded to what Donald Trump said about him in his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Newsom calls Trump’s speech in Davos 'remarkably insignificant'
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Consumer spending pushes US economy up 4.4% in third quarter, fastest in two years

Powered by strong consumer spending, the U.S. economy grew at the fastest pace in two years from July through September, the government said Thursday in a slight upgrade rom its first estimate

Consumer spending pushes US economy up 4.4% in third quarter, fastest in two years
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US turns its back on global efforts for women and children terrorized by violence and conflict

The Trump administration’s move to withdraw the US from these organizations risks undercutting lasting peace and global human rights accountability.

US turns its back on global efforts for women and children terrorized by violence and conflict
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Democrats demand Trump officials disclose potential ‘profiteering’ from Venezuela oil dealings

Democrats demand Trump officials disclose potential ‘profiteering’ from Venezuela oil dealings

Democrats demand Trump officials disclose potential ‘profiteering’ from Venezuela oil dealings
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House approves final spending bills as Democrats denounce ICE funding

The House has passed this year's final batch of spending bills

House approves final spending bills as Democrats denounce ICE funding
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Homicide rate declines sharply in dozens of US cities, a new report shows

A report issued by the Council on Criminal Justice is showing a 21% decrease in the homicide rate from 2024 to 2025, based on data collected from 35 American cities

Homicide rate declines sharply in dozens of US cities, a new report shows
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Supreme Court conservatives have downplayed Trump’s conduct. The Fed case may change that

Supreme Court conservatives have downplayed Trump’s conduct. The Fed case may change that

Supreme Court conservatives have downplayed Trump’s conduct. The Fed case may change that
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Trump's European threats could cause lasting damage to US standing in the world

Joe Biden promised Europe that "America is back" early in his presidency, aiming to mend ties after Donald Trump's tenure

Trump's European threats could cause lasting damage to US standing in the world
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Inflation fears are high. A new poll shows one group is particularly worried

Economic stress is widespread across the United States, but for Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders and Native Hawaiians, anxiety about costs and affordability is particularly high

Inflation fears are high. A new poll shows one group is particularly worried
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Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press reveals that the agency allows immigration officers to forcibly enter homes to make arrests without a judicial warrant

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says
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Japan records a 5th straight yearly trade deficit

Japan has reported it posted a trade deficit for the fifth straight year in 2025 as exports were hit by President Donald Trump’s tariffs and a diplomatic rift with neighboring China

Japan records a 5th straight yearly trade deficit
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Immigration officials allow suspect in $100M jewelry heist to self deport, avoiding trial

Federal immigration authorities allowed a suspect in a $100 million jewelry heist believed to be the largest in U.S. history to deport himself to South America, a move that stunned and upset prosecutors who were planning to try the case and send him to prison

Immigration officials allow suspect in $100M jewelry heist to self deport, avoiding trial
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Stock market cuts through to Trump on Greenland in a way allies' messages failed to resonate

Investors may have gotten through to President Donald Trump about his designs for Greenland with a message he wasn’t hearing from European leaders: Threatening allies with tariffs and land seizure isn’t exactly the type of policy that generates confidence in the global marketplace

Stock market cuts through to Trump on Greenland in a way allies' messages failed to resonate
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ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities

Maine is seeing an increase in immigration enforcement activity this week

ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities
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Minneapolis businesses struggle during Trump's immigration enforcement surge

Business in Minnesota has taken a hit as President Donald Trump's administration carries out an immigration sweep that has spurred protests

Minneapolis businesses struggle during Trump's immigration enforcement surge
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As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes a first shipload of Chinese EVs

The vast field of over 5,800 electric and hybrid vehicles gleamed on the cargo deck of the BYD Changzhou, an Chinese container vessel unloading Wednesday at a river port in eastern Argentina

As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes a first shipload of Chinese EVs
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Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with glee, gloating and wariness

Russian officials and media are reacting to President Donald Trump’s push to acquire Greenland with a mix of glee and caution

Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with glee, gloating and wariness
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Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos

Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos

Five takeaways from Trump’s antagonistic speech in Davos
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Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal

President Donald Trump says he has scrapped the tariffs that he threatened to impose on eight European nations to press for U.S. control over Greenland

Trump backs down on Greenland and cancels tariff threat after NATO agrees to future Arctic deal
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US stocks recover half of the prior day's plunge after Trump calls off Greenland-related tariffs

The U.S. stock market bounced back from its worst day since October

US stocks recover half of the prior day's plunge after Trump calls off Greenland-related tariffs
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Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says about 4,000 buildings in Kyiv remain without heating, and nearly 60% of the city is without power following days of Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power grid

Trump to meet with Zelenskyy as Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks
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Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will defy Trump to keep Lisa Cook on Federal Reserve

Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will defy Trump to keep Lisa Cook on Federal Reserve

Takeaways: Supreme Court signals it will defy Trump to keep Lisa Cook on Federal Reserve
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The Latest: Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' is reached and cancels tariff threat

U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to drop his threat of imposing tariffs on several European countries

The Latest: Trump says a Greenland deal 'framework' is reached and cancels tariff threat
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After Newsom trolls Trump in Davos, one of his appearances is blocked

After Newsom trolls Trump in Davos, one of his appearances is blocked

After Newsom trolls Trump in Davos, one of his appearances is blocked
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Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her

The Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook in her job

Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her
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Jamie Dimon hesitates to criticize Trump… except for one plan he says will create ‘an economic disaster’

Jamie Dimon hesitates to criticize Trump… except for one plan he says will create ‘an economic disaster’

Jamie Dimon hesitates to criticize Trump… except for one plan he says will create ‘an economic disaster’
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What the EU's 'trade bazooka' is and how it works

Europeans are rattled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats over Greenland, and are preparing countermeasures against the United States

What the EU's 'trade bazooka' is and how it works
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Trump pushes for lower rates and ban on investor home purchases in bid to make homes more affordable

President Donald Trump’s plans for bringing homeownership within reach of more Americans involve pushing for lower interest rates on home loans and credit cards, and banning large institutional investors from buying single-family homes

Trump pushes for lower rates and ban on investor home purchases in bid to make homes more affordable
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Iconic Coney Island hot dog hawker Nathan's Famous is sold for $450 million

Nathan’s Famous, which opened as a 5-cent hot dog stand in Coney Island more than a century ago, has been sold to packaged meat giant Smithfield Foods in a $450 million all-cash deal

Iconic Coney Island hot dog hawker Nathan's Famous is sold for $450 million
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In operatic dispute, Met Opera director and designers order names stripped from 'Carmen'

The production team of Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Metropolitan Opera demanded their names be removed from programs due to a restaging decision

In operatic dispute, Met Opera director and designers order names stripped from 'Carmen'
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Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO

Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO

Fact check: Trump’s barrage of false claims in Davos about Greenland and NATO
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Mets acquire CF Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the White Sox

The New York Mets have acquired center fielder Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the Chicago White Sox

Mets acquire CF Luis Robert Jr. in a trade with the White Sox
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Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?

Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?

Why does Trump want Greenland and why is it so important?
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The EU pushed back on Trump’s latest tariff threats. Hours later, he backed down

The EU pushed back on Trump’s latest tariff threats. Hours later, he backed down

The EU pushed back on Trump’s latest tariff threats. Hours later, he backed down
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Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit

President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and impose tariffs continue to raise concerns in Europe

Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, EU chief says ahead of summit
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Executive says ICE is "evicted" from local offices, hasn't been paying rent

Executive says ICE is "evicted" from local offices, hasn't been paying rent

Executive says ICE is "evicted" from local offices, hasn't been paying rent
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Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’

Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’

Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’