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• 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.
• Puyallup business’s travelling BBQ trailer stolen from driveway in broad daylight - One Puyallup family business is out thousands of dollars after their barbecue trailer was stolen from their driveway in broad daylight.
• Real estate agents say the housing market is starting to balance out - The latest housing survey shows agents slightly more optimistic about the new year, and shows a previously strong buyer's market becoming more balanced.
• NASA weighs cutting short International Space Station mission due to astronaut medical issue - NASA reportedly considers early ISS crew return due to unspecified medical issue with astronaut. Rare safety move prompts comprehensive mission evaluation.
• Layoff pace in December hit lowest level since mid-2024, Challenger says - Planned job cuts totaled 35,553 for the month, a 50% slide from November and an 8% decrease from the same period a year ago.
• Russian strikes cause wide-scale blackout in two Ukrainian regions - Overnight air strikes by Russia caused a near-total power outage in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions.
• Kai Trump admits she stays out of politics ‘completely,’ calling it a ‘dangerous thing’ - President Donald Trump’s granddaughter Kai, 18, is focusing on her golf career at the University of Miami and said she has no plans to enter politics.
• Democrats look at defunding ICE, impeaching Noem after Minneapolis shooting - Many Democrats are calling to defund ICE and impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after federal agent fatally shot a Minnesota woman Wednesday.
• India's RBI considering fresh exporter relief steps after low take‑up of loan moratorium, sources say - By Ashwin Manikandan and Shivangi Acharya MUMBAI, Jan 8 (Reuters) - India's central bank is considering new ways to support exporters hit by U.S. tariffs after a moratorium on loan repayments it
• Trump seeks more than $6M from Fani Willis's office in wake of election interference case - President Donald Trump's lawyers in Georgia filed a motion this week seeking more than $6 million from the Fulton County District Attorney's Office.
• Universities slash 9,000+ positions in 2025 as Trump targets federal funding and foreign students: report - Higher education faces crisis as 9,000+ jobs lost in 2025, with Trump policies allegedly impacting university funding and international student enrollment.
• Left-wing groups mobilize protests after fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis and more top headlines - Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox.
• Serial rapist David Carrick among Met Police officers not properly vetted before joining force - Carrick, who was given 37 life sentences for his crimes, was not properly vetted in 2017, with checks failing to reveal an allegation of domestic abuse against him
• Dem Rep. Steny Hoyer, 86, to announce retirement after career spanning four decades - Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer expected to announce retirement from Congress after four decades of service, ending a historic career as second-ranking Democrat.
• CNBC's Becky Quick details daughter's rare disease journey - CNBC Squawk Box anchor Becky Quick details her daughter's rare disease journey, and explains why it inspired her to launch CNBC Cures.
• Colombia’s President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called. - The conversation appeared to defuse a crisis that erupted after President Trump said military action against Colombia “sounds good.” President Gustavo Petro spoke to The New York Times just before the call.
• The Latest on the ICE Killing in Minneapolis, and a Shadow Fleet of Oil Tankers - Plus, President Trump sits down with The Times.
• Why Russia hasn't reacted to Trump's Greenland takeover bid - The Kremlin has not commented on Trump's Greenland ambitions, with analysts saying they serve a bigger purpose for Moscow.
• Calmes: Trump's 626 overseas strikes aren't 'America First.' What's his real agenda? - The president who promised domestic solutions has instead inserted the U.S. into many other nations' conflicts, most recently Venezuela's. Why?
• Bitcoin price falls as BlackRock and Fidelity ETFs see heavy outflows - guce guce Yahoo i
• Catholic conference shatters attendance records as 26,000 young people flock to faith event - Catholic conference SEEK 2026 breaks attendance records with over 26,000 young people across three cities, marking 24% growth and church vitality.
• Trump's team races to come up with a Greenland takeover plan — here's what's at stake - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says that he intends to convene with Danish officials next week to discuss Greenland.
• Al Gore sounds 'climate crisis' alarm as Trump yanks US from UN initiatives - Former Vice President Al Gore, who served alongside of President Bill Clinton, condemned President Donald Trump's move to withdraw the U.S. from climate-related initiatives.
• China says ban on exports of dual-use items to Japan to only hit military companies - By Joe Cash BEIJING, Jan 8 (Reuters) - China's export ban on dual-use items to Japan will only affect military firms, the commerce ministry said on Thursday, helping calm fears that Beijing might curb
• 'Sign of life': defence boom lifts German factory orders - Factory orders in long-struggling Germany unexpectedly posted a sharp jump in November, boosted by higher demand for defence equipment as Europe rushes to rearm, official data showed Thursday.The jump in orders is some positive news for Eur
• Iran’s commercial hubs became flashpoints for frustration - Protests in Iran are predominantly driven by mounting economic pressure and desperation amid the economic crisis.
• JASON CHAFFETZ: Democrats turned our treasury into a ‘piggy bank for fraudsters’ - Minnesota's social services fraud under Gov. Tim Walz reaches $9 billion as Democratic policies create systematic vulnerabilities that attracted global criminals.
• Despite Gaza ceasefire, war still deadly along Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ - Israel’s enforcement of its shifting demarcation line in Gaza has left hundreds of Palestinians dead in the months since an Oct. 10 ceasefire.
• Global defense stocks surge after Trump calls for $1.5 trillion military budget in 2027 - U.S. defense stocks rallied in pre-market moves, following their European counterparts.
• Exclusive-Pakistan, Saudi in talks on JF-17 jets-for-loans deal, sources say - By Ariba Shahid and Saad Sayeed ISLAMABAD, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are in talks to convert about $2 billion of Saudi loans into a JF-17 fighter jet deal, two Pakistani sources said
• Trump Sits Down With Times Reporters for Two-Hour Interview - In a wide-ranging conversation with four Times reporters, President Trump talked about the Minneapolis ICE shooting, immigration, Venezuela and even his plans for further White House renovations.
• Meta faces China probe over acquisition of AI agent startup Manus - China to probe Meta's acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus to assess its compliance with export control laws.
• Queen describes reading charity’s mission as ‘more urgent than ever’ - ‘Books do make life better, and this is only the beginning,’ says Camilla
• European defense stocks extend rally amid geopolitical tensions - European stocks opened lower on Thursday despite a defense rally amid U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland.