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• EU steps up pressure on X over AI-generated sexualized images - The European Union is stepping up its investigation into X over sexually explicit AI-generated images of children shared on the Elon Musk-owned social media platform. The European Commission announced on Thursday that is has instructed the
• Trump appears to back away from threats to Colombia’s president - No country in the region has a closer partnership with the Pentagon than Colombia.
• Federal prosecutor calls Newsom 'king of fraud' as Trump launches California corruption probe - Federal prosecutors are investigating California's spending as the Trump administration ramps up a nationwide fraud crackdown.
• JONATHAN TURLEY: Minnesota Democrats' choose 'rage politics' over sanity - New York Democrat Rep. Dan Goldman and Minneapolis officials dismiss due process in case involving shooting of woman who sped toward ICE agent.
• Italy names Sicily air base as first F-35 pilot school outside US - The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) and constructor Lockheed Martin will oversee the readying of the training center at Trapani-Birgi Air Base.
• Gubernatorial candidate in key 2028 White House election cycle state announces record fundraising haul - Iowa Rep. Randy Feenstra raises record $4.3 million for governor race in just seven months, setting new GOP fundraising milestone in off-election year.
• Secretary Bessent drops U.S. auto loan deduction bombshell - On Wednesday, January 7, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed a major headwind to the U.S. auto industry -- affordability -- saying the administration is working on a significant tax break that could help many buyers. The move is
• Venezuela says 100 were killed in US operation to capture Maduro: report - Venezuelan official claims 100 killed in U.S. operation to capture President Nicolás Maduro, while Cuba reports 32 of its forces died in weekend mission.
• Senate to vote on barring Trump from further military strikes in Venezuela after Maduro capture - The Trump administration used to military to snatch Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro last week.
• Why Trump is going after institutional homebuyers: They dominate markets like Atlanta, Jacksonville - Trump's message may be aimed at places like Atlanta and Jacksonville, metropolitan areas where investor ownership is more visible than elsewhere.
• 'If One More Cent Is Used, I Will Break The Engagement,' Fiancée Says After $11K Went To Secret Hotel Bills For Homeless In-Laws - A Reddit user wrote that their engagement would end if their fiancé continued using joint money to support his homeless family without agreement. In a post shared on the r/AITAH subreddit, the original poster asked whether they were wrong f
• A Sit-Down With a Grassroots Movement: American Truckers United and the Fight Nobody Planned For - Some of the loudest conversations in trucking right now aren’t coming from policy rooms, conference stages, or trade group press releases. They’re coming from drivers, fleet owners, and industry veterans who feel like something fundamental
• Apple AirPods are cheaper right now than they were on Boxing Day — but you really have to hurry - This deal is *way* better than Boxing Day.
• Alix Earle spotted dancing with Tom Brady in St. Barts: what to know about the social media sensation - Social media star Alix Earle spotted with Tom Brady on New Year's Eve. The TikTok sensation rose to fame through viral videos at University of Miami.
• DHS targets ‘worst-of-the-worst’: Christmastime sweep nets sexual predators, drug kingpins - Assistant DHS Secretary McLaughlin says agents arrested 'worst of the worst' including registered sex offenders and drug traffickers
• Dolphins fire head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons citing need for 'comprehensive change' - The Miami Dolphins became the latest NFL team to enter the coaching carousel this week, firing head coach Mike McDaniel on Thursday after four seasons with the organization.
• Exclusive-The Trump Administration killed a draft proposal to halve alcohol limits, sources say - By Emma Rumney and Jessica DiNapoli LONDON/NEW YORK, Jan 8 (Reuters) - Last spring, a group of officials from the U.S.
• An Oval Office Viewing - During an interview with our reporters, President Trump discussed a video of an ICE agent fatally shooting a woman in Minneapolis.
• 'The Wire' star James Ransone's official cause of death revealed - "The Wire" actor James Ransone's cause of death has been officially ruled a suicide. Ransone, who played Ziggy Sobotka on the show, was 46.
• Russian winter strike leaves nearly 800K homes without power and heat in Ukraine’s Dnipro region - Russia's overnight attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure leaves nearly 800,000 homes without power amid freezing winter temperatures across the country.
• Jim Harbaugh predicts brother's future in NFL next season: 'Just hope it's the NFC' - Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh ruled out the idea that his brother John Harbaugh would take a year off, predicting he would lead another NFL team next season.
• Iranian protests and strikes escalate as state struggles to contain them - Security forces have repeatedly responded with violence, including killing protesters, raiding hospitals and arresting thousands, according to rights groups.
• Trump, first lady set for Washington Trump–Kennedy Center premiere of ‘MELANIA’ ahead of global release - EXCLUSIVE: President Trump will attend the premiere of first lady Melania Trump’s film, “MELANIA" at the Trump-Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. on Jan. 29, Fox News Digital has learned—just one of the twenty cities across the nation h
• We Pressed Trump on His Conclusion About the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis. Here’s What He Said. - The exchange was a glimpse into the president’s reflexive defense of his federal crackdown on immigration.
• After 2 straight losses, Democrat Stacey Abrams sits out 2026 race for Georgia governor - Stacey Abrams announces she won't seek Georgia governor in 2026, choosing instead to focus on fighting authoritarianism under Trump's presidency.
• Security guard fatally shot outside Houston restaurant after confrontation with suspect - Security guard fatally shot outside Houston restaurant after confrontation, authorities said. Suspect fled scene as police review surveillance footage.
• House poised to approve 3-year health care tax credit extension - The House is on track to approve a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with a growing number of Republicans poised to back the measure.
• Israeli forces kill four in Gaza, say they hit rocket launch site - By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Jana Choukeir CAIRO/DUBAI, Jan 8 (Reuters) - Israeli forces killed at least four Palestinians in two separate strikes in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, hours after the military
• Russia frees French political scholar in a prisoner swap for a basketball player - Laurent Vinatier, a French political scholar serving a three-year sentence in Russia and facing new charges of espionage, has been freed in a prisoner swap with France, a Russian security agency said Thursday. In exchange, Russian basketba
• Kennedy Center blasts ‘far-left bias’ in ratings coverage, points to No. 1 demographics tie - The Trump–Kennedy Center defended its Honors award show ratings in 2025 as performing strongly despite industry-wide headwinds and a dramatically different scheduling landscape.
• Trade deficit in October hits smallest since 2009 after Trump's tariff moves - The trade shortfall was just $29.4 billion for October, down 39% from the prior month.
• House GOP spending bills pack billions in earmarks, sparking backlash from fiscal hawks - Spending bills include over 3,000 earmarks, totaling $6.5 billion and drawing conservative criticism despite bipartisan support.
• The Smithsonian Faces New Pressure to Submit to Trump’s Will - The institution, long regarded as independent, is facing a White House deadline to hand over records about its content and will see turnover that could reshape its governing board.
• Nick Reiner losing powerhouse defense attorney may come down to money, experts say - Nick Reiner's defense attorney Alan Jackson abruptly withdraws from double murder case, citing mysterious circumstances beyond his client's control in shocking move.
• Venezuela’s economy nears collapse under U.S. blockade - Trump administration officials say the Venezuelan government only has a few weeks before they “go broke” if it doesn’t “play ball.”
• Vance says Crockett 'doesn't know what she's talking about' on Venezuela Maduro operation - Vice President JD Vance defended Trump's Venezuela operation after Rep. Jasmine Crockett questioned its legality and compared it to how Americans would react if roles were reversed.
• U.S. Trade Deficit Fell to Lowest Level Since 2009 in October, Data Show - The monthly trade deficit continued to shrink after President Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on foreign imports.
• 4 Things You Need to Know About Your Medicare Advantage Plan in 2026 - Make a note of these key aspects so you can manage your health and finances accordingly.
• Maya Jama asks AI chatbot Grok not to modify or edit photos of her - It comes after regulator Ofcom said it contacted X after reports that users have prompted the tool to generate sexualised images of people.
• Hackers abuse Google Cloud to send trusted phishing emails - Cybercriminals allegedly sent 9,000+ phishing emails using Google Cloud tools, targeting 3,200 organizations by exploiting legitimate automation features.
• Lindsey Graham says Trump backs Russia sanctions bill - President Donald Trump approved a Russia sanctions bill backed by Senator Lindsey Graham as tensions between Moscow and Washington continue.
• Treasury Secretary Bessent says more Fed rate cuts are 'only ingredient missing' for stronger economy - Bessent on Thursday pressed the administration's desire for lower interest rates, saying they are the key to future economic growth.
• Hochul and Mamdani to Announce Road Map to Expand Child Care - Governor Kathy Hochul will appear with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to lay out a plan to expand free and subsidized child care in New York, which had been a central focus of his campaign.
• This is exactly how much water you should be drinking - Drinking enough water plays a key role in energy, digestion and focus. Here's how much you should aim for and the signs you may need more.
• Christian author confesses years-long extramarital affair, declaring he 'disqualified' himself from ministry - Christian author Philip Yancey admitted to participating in a years-long extramarital affair, asserting that he had "disqualified" himself from ministry.
• From Mr Irrelevant to generational wealth, Brock Purdy wants to use his lifestyle for good - Brock Purdy continues his rise with the San Francisco 49ers while staying grounded and using his success to support fans, veterans, and children in need.
• Durham woman's home broken into twice by Ryan Camacho, suspect in murder of Raleigh teacher - Ryan Camacho's extensive criminal history raises questions after the murder of Ravenscroft teacher Zoe Welsh.
• US may be involved in Venezuela for years, Trump says - President Donald Trump said in an interview that the U.S. would run Venezuela and extract its oil possibly for years following Nicolás Maduro's arrest.
• He spends 12 hours making art in the snow, then watches it vanish - Simon Beck works alone, using a compass and a pair of snowshoes to create intricate patterns as large as three soccer fields.
• Noem alleges woman killed in ICE shooting 'stalking and impeding' agents all day - DHS labels Minneapolis ICE shooting "domestic terrorism" after woman allegedly tried to "weaponize her vehicle" against agent.