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• 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.
• Karoline Leavitt’s Briefing Outfit Looks Strikingly Familiar, Critics Mock - Donald Trump’s press secretary sparked comparisons to an authoritarian mouthpiece.
• Trump Says U.S. Oversight of Venezuela Could Last For Years - In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times on Wednesday, President Trump said “only time will tell” when it comes to how long the United States aims to control the country.
• The boldest bitcoin predictions for 2026 are in — from $75,000 to $225,000 - Industry executives and investors forecast a wide range of prices for bitcoin in 2026, dropping as low as $75,000 and rising as high as $225,000.
• Heatwave hits Australia as officials warn of 'catastrophic' fire risk - The fire danger level for northern Victoria will be set at the highest level.
• Pacific Islands environment programme says US must follow formal exit process - By Kirsty Needham SYDNEY, Jan 8 (Reuters) - A decades-old Pacific organisation for environmental protection said the United States must go through a formal process to withdraw its support, after
• Paedophile left to babysit children, review finds - Checks revealed the man had been released from a 13-year prison sentence in 2022.
• Trump’s Greenland gambit puts China on edge after Venezuela operation - U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to take control of Greenland raised alarms in Beijing as nations vye for the vast mineral reserves in the Arctic nation.
• Photos released of Renee Nicole Good, the US citizen killed by ICE in Minnesota - Pictures were released of Renee Nicole Good, the U.S. citizen killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis during the Trump administration's migrant sweep.
• Indian top IT firms set for another tepid quarter on weak US demand, client spending - India's information technology firms are expected to report another muted quarter, as tepid demand in the U.S. and holiday-period client shutdowns continue to weigh on ​tech spending, nine brokerages said ahead of earnings. Brokerages expe
• Former FBI Supervisor Says ICE Agents’ Missteps Likely Led to Fatal Minnesota Shooting - A former FBI supervisor said the fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was likely avoidable on at least two fronts.
• Shooting outside Salt Lake City LDS church leaves at least 2 dead, 6 injured: police - Police are investigating a shooting that took place outside a Salt Lake City LDS church while people gathered for a funeral, leaving multiple people dead and injured.
• When It Comes to Russia, Trump Navigates Conflicting Goals - President Trump’s efforts to court President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are rife with contradictions about stability and displays of American power.
• China’s first 'AI tiger' goes public as Zhipu climbs in Hong Kong debut - Shares of China-backed Zhipu made small gains on their Hong Kong debut, following a $558 million initial public offering.
• Sean 'Diddy' Combs reportedly rented out private jet while serving prison sentence: 'The passengers didn't even know who the real owner was' - Wealthy travelers may have rented Combs’ jet without realizing its connection.
• Obituary: Mohammad Sinwar- the Hamas military chief who said striking Israel was 'easier than drinking water' - By Nidal al-Mughrabi Jan 7 (Reuters) - Mohammad Sinwar, the elusive Hamas military chief in Gaza, had for months since the death of his brother, in 2024, been Israel's most wanted man.
• Steny Hoyer, Longest-Serving House Democrat, to Retire From Congress - The Maryland congressman, who served as one of his party’s top leaders, plans to depart after nearly half a century in Congress, as his party looks toward generational change.
• RFK Jr. Overhauls Food Pyramid to Emphasize Red Meat and Dairy - The Trump administration released new dietary guidelines on Wednesday, pushing Americans to prioritize protein and cut back on added sugars and processed foods.
• Hawks trade 4-time All-Star Trae Young to Wizards in blockbuster deal: reports - The Atlanta Hawks have reportedly traded Trae Young, the four-time All-Star point guard, to the Washington Wizards in a blockbuster move.
• Parking garage collapses, vehicle falls into basement at Milwaukee apartment building - "The whole ground just collapsed," Jon Lee described being inside his car when the floor below him fell through.
• Trump Withdraws the U.S. From More International Organizations - The executive order the president signed Wednesday follows a broader vision of American foreign policy that shuns coalition building and the consensus of nations.
• Samsung Electronics estimates nearly three-fold profit surge as memory prices skyrocket - The memory giant projected an operating profit of 20 trillion won for the final quarter of 2025, a significant improvement from a year earlier.
• The ICE Shooting Came During an Operation Focused on Somali Immigrants - Federal immigration officials have stepped up enforcement activity in Minnesota amid a fraud scandal there that includes many people of Somali origin.
• Matt Damon says he dropped to ‘high school’ weight for epic transformation in ‘The Odyssey’ - Matt Damon dropped to his high school weight for Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," revealing his dramatic transformation on the Kelce brothers' podcast.
• Renee Good, Victim in Minneapolis ICE Shooting, Remembered for Her Kindness - Renee Good, 37, a resident of Minneapolis, was mourned on Wednesday as a cherished member of the community.
• Trump greenlights Russian sanctions bill, paving way for 500% tariff on countries supporting Moscow: Graham - Trump reportedly approves bipartisan Russia sanctions bill imposing 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, as Graham announces pivotal Ukraine policy shift.
• 'Irregular' armed guards aboard Russian shadow tankers alarm Nordic-Baltic governments - Russia demands humane treatment of crew aboard seized oil tanker Marinera as White House says Venezuelan shadow fleet vessel faces prosecution.
• 'Jeopardy!' host Ken Jennings says 2028 candidate who vows to prosecute Trump 'regime' 'has my vote' - "Jeopardy!" host Ken Jennings is offering his endorsement to any 2028 candidate who promises to "prosecute the former regime at every level" in a social media post.
• US claims authority over Venezuela decisions, oil sales; Fire at Sungei Kadut building: 1 hospitalised, 30 evacuated: Singapore live news - Welcome to Yahoo Singapore's live updates, your guide to some of the most compelling stories unfolding across the digital universe and beyond.
• VP Vance says Tim Walz should resign' over massive Minnesota welfare fraud scandal investigation - Vice President JD Vance claims nationwide welfare fraud ring involves illegal immigrants, vows prosecutions as Trump admin pauses $10B to five states over alleged fraud on 'Jesse Watters Primetime.'
• Lawmakers advance momentous ban on controversial fishing and trading practice: 'This is a historical win' - "This should mark the end of overfishing."
• Dem Senate candidate mocked after claim about dismantling ICE goes viral: 'Unmask these thugs' - Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner, a Democrat, said 'dismantling ICE' was a 'moderate' position after an ICE agent shot and killed a Minneapolis woman.
• Mark Kelly avoids saying arresting Maduro, Venezuela strikes were 'illegal' - Sen. Mark Kelly, who previously called on troops to "refuse illegal orders," hesitated on CNN's "The Lead" to call the recent Venezuela operation "illegal."
• Microsoft revealed as company behind controversial data center proposal in Michigan township - Locals have concerns about water use in a township that has dealt with shortages.
• People who stop taking GLP-1 drugs regain weight faster, review finds - When people who are overweight and obese stopped taking their weight-loss medications they regained weight faster than those who stopped a diet or exercise program, a new review of studies finds.
• Trump withdraws U.S. from 66 international organizations and treaties, including major climate groups - The groups include the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, among many others.
• China hacked email systems of US congressional committee staff, FT reports - China has hacked emails used by congressional staff ​on powerful committees in the U.S. ‌House of Representatives, as part of a ‌massive cyber espionage campaign known as Salt Typhoon, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing peopl
• Trump and Colombian president arrange White House meeting after threats of military action - President Trump says the U.S. and Colombia are planning White House talks after he warned President Gustavo Petro following the capture of Nicolás Maduro.
• Ford enters race to offer eyes-off driving tech, starting with $30,000 EV in 2028 - The target brings Ford into a race against competitors such as Tesla, General Motors and Rivian Automotive to develop and broadly launch such systems.
• All 8 tires burst in harrowing Atlanta landing failure involving passenger jet - All eight tires reportedly burst as LATAM Boeing 767 landed at Atlanta airport after flight from Peru. Passengers stranded on tarmac for two hours.
• Scientists find ‘record-breaking’ asteroid nearly the size of eight football fields. Is it close to Earth? - The asteroid was discovered using data from the world’s largest camera
• Cruz demands impeachment of Boasberg and judge who sentenced Kavanaugh’s attempted assassin - Congress should impeach two federal judges for misconduct despite the rarity of such action, Senator Ted Cruz argued Wednesday, citing gag orders and a lenient sentencing decision.
• Who was Renee Nicole Good, woman killed in Minneapolis ICE shooting - Minneapolis woman Renee Nicole Good, 37, killed in ICE operation as city council demands accountability and federal officials defend agent's actions.
• Asia-Pacific markets open mixed as Trump rattles defense firms and oil prices slide - Overnight, the S&P 500 and the Down Jones Industrial Average snapped a three-day winning streak.
• Bond denied for student accused of stabbing Baytown Sterling HS classmate to death - During this hearing, under the new state law, prosecutors were able to request that Aundre Matthews be held without bond.
• Chiefs' Rashee Rice accused of domestic abuse by ex-girlfriend - Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice faces domestic abuse accusations from ex-girlfriend Dacoda Nichole, who posted photos of alleged injuries on social media Wednesday.
• Trump demands California hand over recipient lists as $10B paused amid fraud concerns - The Trump administration pauses over $10 billion in federal funding to California and four other states amid concerns of widespread fraud in programs.