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• Vivek Ramaswamy reveals running mate in Ohio governor’s race - Vivek Ramaswamy announces Ohio Senate President Rob McColley as his running mate for the 2026 Ohio governor's race, with a Cleveland rally planned.
• EXCLUSIVE: Hollywood Legend Jeff Bridges Lists Malibu Land for $4.4 Million—After Beloved Family Home Burned in Wildfires - Bridges' longtime Malibu home, which was passed to him by his parents, was destroyed in the California wildfires.
• Los Angeles Fire Department admits initial Palisades fire report edited to protect leadership - LA fire chief admits Palisades Fire analysis was edited to protect department leadership from criticism in devastating California wildfire, report says.
• Iranian protesters rename Tehran street after Trump, plead 'don't let them kill us' amid crackdown - Iranian protesters appeal to President Donald Trump amid nationwide demonstrations against the regime, with reports of deadly crackdowns and arrests across cities.
• Sen Amy Klobuchar says she's 'seriously considering' a gubernatorial bid - While Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is abandoning his run for re-election, Sen. Amy Klobuchar told CNN she is "seriously considering" a run for governor.
• James Carville says US would be 'ripe for invasion' if targeting 'corrupt' regimes was legitimate - Democratic strategist James Carville claimed the U.S. would be "ripe for invasion" if "corrupt regimes" can justify military action against Venezuela.
• Iran army chief threatens preemptive attack over 'rhetoric' targeting country after Trump's comments - Iran's army chief threatened preemptive military action Wednesday over the “rhetoric” targeting the Islamic Republic, likely referring to U.S. President Donald Trump's warning that if Tehran “violently kills peaceful protesters,” the United
• US wants Venezuelan oil flowing again with revenues in US accounts, Wright says - Jan 7 (Reuters) - Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Wednesday the United States government wants to get Venezuelan oil flowing again, deposit money into U.S.-controlled accounts and create
• George Conway looks dramatically different in campaign announcement video - George Conway launched his congressional campaign with a dramatic new look, sparking social media buzz about his transformation and weight loss.
• Lego announced Smart Bricks at CES 2026 — and the first sets are already on sale - The high-tech lineup includes three 'Star Wars'-themed offerings at launch, featuring interactive Bricks, Minifigures and Tags.
• ‘National Lampoon’ star Beverly D'Angelo says she'd tell younger self to 'do more nudity' in Hollywood career - Beverly D'Angelo explained how she stepped in to help Christie Brinkley when she refused to go topless in "National Lampoon's Vacation," showing true friendship on set.
• Left-wing Dems steer $1M to addiction group operating above Minneapolis Somali restaurant amid fraud fallout - Republican Sen. Joni Ernst targets alleged Minnesota federal funding amid fraud scandal, seeking to redirect $1 million from addiction recovery organization to enforcement.
• Scathing audit reveals more fraud concerns inside top Minnesota agency with fabricated documents, 'misconduct' - Minnesota audit reveals $425 million in grants lacked oversight, with missing reports and alleged document fabrication at DHS behavioral health program.
• Homeland Security Dem blasted Trump for not ousting Maduro in 2019, now calls arrest 'above the law' - Democrat Sen. Murphy blasted Trump in 2019 for not removing Maduro, but now criticizes the president's operation to arrest the Venezuelan dictator.
• Chicago teacher disappears, husband pleads for help finding her - Chicago teacher Linda Brown, 53, vanished Saturday after leaving for acupuncture appointment. Her family is desperately searching for answers.
• Top health policy expert calls Minnesota fraud ‘disgusting,’ warns Obamacare issues are nationwide - Health policy expert calls Minnesota's social services fraud 'disgusting' and warns similar ObamaCare fraud is happening nationwide across multiple states.
• U.S. seizes Russian-flagged tanker that fled Venezuela blockade - The tanker Marinera had been pursued by the U.S. Coast Guard for weeks.
• Oil sales from Venezuela to continue indefinitely and U.S. sanctions will be reduced, sources say - EnergyOil sales from Venezuela to continue indefinitely and U.S. sanctions will be reduced, sources sayPublished Wed, Jan 7 20268:30 AM ESTUpdated Moments AgoSp
• Audio of Ellison meeting with convicted fraudsters resurfaces as lawyer alleges Walz, AG share blame - Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison faces scrutiny over a 2021 audio recording with alleged Somalian fraudsters who stole millions from taxpayers.
• Warner Bros rejects takeover offer from Paramount, tells shareholders to stick with Netflix bid - Warner Bros. again rejected a takeover bid from Paramount and told shareholders Wednesday to stick with a rival offer from Netflix. Warner’s leadership has repeatedly rebuffed Skydance-owned Paramount’s overtures — and urged shareholders j
• Europe draws red line on Greenland after a year of trying to pacify Trump - While many European leaders’ reactions to the Venezuela raid were muted, there has been forceful rebukes about the Trump administration’s greediness on Greenland.
• Man drops engagement ring from 118-foot bridge during proposal, but there's a happy ending - Christmas lights proposal at Boyne Mountain becomes unforgettable rescue mission when couple and resort staff search for dropped engagement ring.
• Private payrolls rose 41,000 in December, slightly below expectations, ADP says - Private sector job creation turned positive in December though at a bit softer pace than expected.
• Iranian military leader threatens preemptive attack after Trump comments - Iran army chief threatens preemptive military action after President Donald Trump warned the U.S. is "locked and loaded" if the regime kills protesters.
• Judge clears way for Minnesota welfare fraud ringleader to forfeit Porsche, millions held in accounts - Alleged mastermind of Minnesota's $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud case faces forfeiture of luxury Porsche, designer bags and $5.2 million in assets.
• Live Updates: Trump Says Venezuela Will Send Oil to U.S. - If confirmed, the move would be the start of President Trump’s plan to exploit the country’s vast reserves after U.S. forces captured President Nicolás Maduro.
• GOP congressman compares Tim Walz fighting fraudsters to OJ Simpson finding wife's killer - Rep. Pete Stauber compared Tim Walz's vow to fight Minnesota fraud to O.J. Simpson's promise to find the 'real killer' in a controversial social media post.
• Buy Greenland? Take It? Why? An Old Pact Already Gives Trump a Free Hand. - Analysts say the Cold War agreement allows the president to increase the American military presence almost at will.
• Aldrich Ames, CIA officer who spied for Russia, dead at 84 - Former CIA case officer Aldrich Ames, one of America's most damaging spies who sold secrets to Russia, died at 84 in a Maryland prison.
• Uvalde trial halted after key witness changes testimony - Uvalde shooting trial halted after key witness reportedly changes testimony about officer's location during 2022 attack that killed 21 at Robb Elementary.
• Europe Tries to Come to Terms With Trump’s Intervention in Venezuela - Needing U.S. support to fend off Russia in Ukraine, European leaders have been cautious about criticizing President Trump on Greenland, Iran, Venezuela and much else.
• Trump claims Venezuela is set for an oil boom after US attack – history points to a bumpy road ahead - From Venezuela to Libya to Iraq, removal of dictators has not always guaranteed a surge in oil production, data shows
• Warner Bros. Board Rebuffs Paramount’s Latest Buyout Offer - The board said the blockbuster deal it reached with Netflix last month posed less risk.
• Congress holds hearing into Minnesota fraud allegations 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.
• Why Trump wants Greenland and what’s standing in his way - Denmark’s leader warned that any use of force by Washington to seize Greenland, as Trump officials have suggested, would render the post-war NATO alliance defunct.
• JONATHAN TURLEY: Impeachment obsession returns as Democrats recycle lawfare to fire up their base - Democrat Rep. Dan Goldman threatens to impeach Trump over Venezuela operation that courts previously ruled lawful. Democrats are again promising voters equivalent of the Roman Games.
• WBD once again rejects Paramount offer in favor of Netflix deal - Warner Bros. Discovery's board still sees its deal with Netflix as the superior option over Paramount's recently amended hostile offer.
• Mortgage demand drops nearly 10% to end 2025, despite lower interest rates - The Mortgage Bankers Association's seasonally adjusted index reported a 9.7% drop in total mortgage applications despite decreased mortgage rates.
• Brazil surpassing US as top beef producer, easing global supply squeeze - By Ana Mano and Peter Hobson BARRETOS, Brazil, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Brazil surpassed the U.S. as the world's top beef producer last year, according to market estimates, after the South American country
• Rep. LaMalfa's death further shrinks Republican House majority - Rep. Doug LaMalfa's death shrinks the Republican House majority to 218 seats, creating new challenges for Speaker Mike Johnson in a crucial election year.
• Explaining Trump's Focus on Greenland - US President Donald Trump is set on taking control of Greenland, the world's biggest island, and a self-ruling territory of Denmark. The advances have frustrated -- and baffled -- officials in Copenhagen, who insist the island isn't for sal
• AI Weekly: AI center stage at CES, xAI's funding haul - STORY: From AI taking center stage in Las Vegas... to xAI's funding haul...This is AI Weekly.:: AI WeeklyAI was a major focus at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.Nvidia and rival Advanced Micro Devices revealed their latest chips.
• US-Venezuela oil deal angers China, pushes prices down - By Marianna Parraga and Ethan Wang HOUSTON/BEIJING, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Global oil prices fell on Wednesday and China denounced the U.S. as a bully after President Donald Trump's administration said it
• Trump Claims Venezuela Will Hand Over Oil, and L.A. Wildfires Leave Behind Toxic Homes - Plus, a journey to a melting continent.
• Maduro arrest sends 'clear message' to drug cartels, allies and US rivals, retired admiral says - Maduro's takedown sends deterrent message to cartels and U.S. rivals, potentially altering global power dynamics as experts predict regional cooperation.
• House Republican involved in vehicle wreck discharged from hospital - Rep. Jim Baird, an Indiana Republican who has served in the House since 2019, was discharged from the hospital after he was involved in a vehicle accident.
• Dragon Point goes up for sale - and buyer can build a new dragon statue - Perhaps the most legendary residential property on Florida's Space Coast, the long-vacant Dragon Point is listed for sale for $4.5 million.
• Trump's shake-up of the old world order sends shockwaves through Europe - The "Old World" appears to have fallen far behind other power blocs in a new world order of territorial takeovers and "might is right."
• Euro zone inflation hits 2% in December, in line with forecasts - Euro zone inflation stood at 2% in December, flash data from Eurostat showed on Wednesday.
• China’s Threat to Block Rare Earths Has Put Japan on High Alert - Tokyo is concerned at signs that Beijing may be laying the groundwork to restrict access to the metals vital to manufacturing.