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• China Touts Hainan, Its Duty-Free Island, Amid $1 Trillion Trade Surplus - Policies meant to lure importers to Hainan, a resort island off China’s coast, signal an opening up, Beijing says. One expert calls it a “bait and switch.”
• UK, France strike new Ukraine security pact as US takes lead in ceasefire enforcement - Coalition of the Willing signs Ukraine security agreement with U.S. support, establishing multinational force and ceasefire monitoring mechanism.
• Wyoming Supreme Court rules laws restricting abortion violate state constitution - Wyoming's Supreme Court struck down two laws restricting abortion, including the nation's first explicit abortion pill ban in a 4-1 ruling.
• After Trump’s Military Victory in Venezuela, Cuba’s Economy Is in ‘Freefall’ - With widespread power outages, medicine shortages and rising food prices, experts say Cuba’s economy has never been worse, with the crisis coming just as the supply of Venezuelan oil is threatened.
• Experts issue warning as US community sinks into oblivion: 'People aren't necessarily aware that this is happening' - Officials are exploring engineering solutions.
• Béla Fleck Withdraws From Kennedy Center Concerts - “Performing there has become charged and political,” the 18-time Grammy winner said.
• Hilton drops Minneapolis hotel over cancelled ICE bookings - By Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK, Jan 6 (Reuters) - Hilton Worldwide Holdings has removed from its system a Minneapolis hotel that has refused to accept the bookings of Immigration and Customs
• Scientists stunned by discovery in world's coldest ocean waters: 'Signals from the past' - "I want to properly understand."
• Japan says China's dual-use export ban 'unacceptable', rare earths in crosshairs - Japan's top government spokesperson said on Wednesday that China's ban on exports of dual-use items to the country was "absolutely unacceptable and deeply regrettable", ​as a diplomatic dispute between Asia's top two economies ramped up. D
• FEMA Staff Bracing for Dismissal of 1,000 Disaster Workers - The job cuts expected this month are part of a plan by the Homeland Security secretary, Kristi Noem, to remake the agency.
• United Nations 'upset' that Trump took 'bold action' to improve Venezuela, says UN Amb. Mike Waltz - United Nations Ambassador Mike Waltz told “Hannity" why be believes the UN is “upset" over President Donald Trump’s Maduro takedown, arguing the move made the world safer.
• Trump administration freezes $10B in child, family aid to 5 states over fraud concerns - The move comes a day after Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said he would not seek reelection amid political fallout over a massive fraud probe in his state.
• Stephen Miller Offers a Strongman’s View of the World - President Trump’s trusted adviser is casting his hard-right gaze abroad, saying the world must be governed by “force.”
• Video shows masked thieves using sledgehammer in brazen Lululemon heist before fleeing in U-Haul - Surveillance video captures brazen sledgehammer smash-and-grab at Pennsylvania Lululemon store, with masked suspects reportedly stealing over $5,000.
• Tom Izzo explodes on former Michigan State player in wild scene: 'What the f--- are you doing?' - Tom Izzo had an explosive confrontation with former Michigan State player Paul Davis during the Spartans' game against USC, leading to a dramatic courtside ejection.
• After the ashes: A Palisades resident’s life in decimated LA enclave one year after deadly wildfires - Forty-year Pacific Palisades resident Jimmy Dunne describes life in the decimated LA neighborhood one year after it was ravaged by catastrophic wildfires.
• LA mayor calls wildfire fire response one of the 'fastest' rebuilding efforts in California history - Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass claimed Palisades fire recovery efforts in 2025 were among California's fastest despite months of criticism for slow reconstruction.
• Justice Dept. Memo Approved Military Incursion Into Venezuela as Lawful - The specifics of the memo are unclear. But Attorney General Pam Bondi told lawmakers in briefings this week that the administration would share the document with them.
• 'The People's Qur’an': Mamdani announces NYC Qur'an exhibit with book belonging to revolutionary activist - Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced on Tuesday that one of the Qur’ans he used to swear in as the city’s first Muslim leader will be kept on display at the main branch of the New York Public Library.
• Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed as investors parse Australia inflation data - Asia-Pacific markets were mixed on Wednesday as investors await inflation data coming out of Australia.
• Berkshire Hathaway lifts new CEO Greg Abel’s salary to $25 million - Abel took the helm of Berkshire Hathaway on Jan. 1, succeeding legendary investor Warren Buffett.
• Iran on the brink as protesters move to take two cities, appeal to Trump - Iranian security forces attack hospital in Ilam province and fire tear gas at wounded protesters as nationwide demonstrations escalate across multiple cities.
• Satanic Temple loses appeal in religious freedom lawsuit over abortion - "In sum, the Satanic Temple has not pointed to any member... who is in fact injured," the opinion read in part.
• NFL Hall of Famer Tony Dungy speaks out against Ravens' decision to fire John Harbaugh: 'I don’t understand' - NFL Hall of Famer Tony Dungy criticized the Baltimore Ravens' decision to fire coach John Harbaugh after 18 seasons, calling the move incomprehensible given his Super Bowl victory.
• Trump announces Venezuela turning over millions of barrels of oil to US government 'immediately' - President Donald Trump announced Venezuela will transfer 30 to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S. following dictator Nicolás Maduro's capture, with proceeds to benefit both nations.
• Massive luxury handbag heist caught on camera as heavily armed police swarm California store - California police arrest two suspects allegedly caught on surveillance camera stealing $100,000 in luxury handbags from Irvine store in early morning raid.
• U.S. Pressures Venezuela to Expel Advisers From Cuba, China, Russia and Iran - Secretary of State Marco Rubio was said to have listed the Trump administration’s demands to Venezuela’s new leader, Delcy Rodríguez, in a classified meeting Monday with senior congressional leaders.
• Data center cooling-related stocks drop after Nvidia CEO Huang's comments - Shares of U.S. heating, ventilation and air conditioning-related companies dropped on Tuesday after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang ​said that the company's upcoming chips could significantly reduce cooling ‌requirements in data centers. Johnson C
• Venezuelan ‘dark fleet’ tanker evades US, reflags as Russian, flees to Irish coast: reports - Russia formally asked the United States to halt pursuit of Venezuelan oil tanker Marinera after the vessel escaped U.S. Coast Guard interception in the Caribbean.
• Michigan QB Bryce Underwood to remain with program after Sherrone Moore scandal - University of Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood will return for his sophomore season under new head coach Kyle Whittingham. Underwood threw for 2,428 yards with nine touchdowns.
• Nick Shirley fires back at Tim Walz, accuses him of 'deflecting' after embattled Minnesota gov hurls insults - During his appearance on OutKick's "The Riley Gaines Show," independent journalist Nick Shirley took aim at Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz over his response to the fraud scandal.
• WATCH: Horse-mounted officers capture previously deported child predator at border - Horse-mounted Texas Department of Public Safety officers captured a previously deported illegal alien child predator on a private ranch close to the border.
• Maduro raid killed about 75 in Venezuela, U.S. officials assess - The sizable death toll adds meaning to President Donald Trump’s public remarks that the operation he approved was “effective” but “very violent.”
• The 6 best fish oil supplements in 2026, tested and reviewed by a dietitian - It's no fishy proposition — adding the best fish oil or other omega-3 rich supplement to your diet could help protect your heart. Our registered dietitian tested eight high-quality options to discover the best (even those that are vegan-fri
• Trump says Venezuela to give up to 50 million barrels of oil to U.S. - Trump's announcement came days after U.S. forces attacked Venezuela and captured its leader, Nicolas Maduro, to be prosecuted on drug-trafficking charges.
• Marco Rubio’s 2021 Tweets Go Viral After Launch of White House’s Jan. 6 Propaganda Website - Several of Secretary of State Marco Rubio's January 2021 tweets were widely shared Tuesday after the White House launched a new website about January 6.
• The crisis over Greenland is here - European officials constantly invoke the rules-based order. But after Venezuela, the Trump administration seems to believe that might makes right.
• Trump says he’s backing Cuellar’s GOP rival despite pardoning him after daughters’ ‘heart-wrenching’ plea - President Donald Trump backs Tano Tijerina over Rep. Henry Cuellar, whom he pardoned after the Justice Department charged the Texas congressman with taking bribes.
• Teachers' union sues Texas over probes of online posts after Charlie Kirk murder - By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Jan 6 (Reuters) - The Texas branch of the American Federation of Teachers union sued Texas on Tuesday, urging a federal court to block the state from probing teachers
• Seven US service members injured in Venezuela raid to capture Maduro, official says - Seven U.S. service members injured during alleged Venezuela operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, with five service members returned to duty.
• Tim Walz Says He Ended Minnesota Governor Run to Shield Residents From Trump - “I don’t think any governor in history has had to fight a war against the federal government every single day,” Gov. Walz said after ending his re-election bid.
• Georgia calls special election in March to fill MTG vacancy after Trump rupture and resignation - Georgia sets March 10, 2026 special election to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's House seat after her resignation following public break with President Trump.
• Trump ousting of Maduro draws parallels to US raid in Panama – but there are some major contrasts - Maduro's arrest and indictment echo a case the U.S. brought more than 30 years ago against Panama's leader, Manuel Noriega.
• Don’t lock your family out: A digital legacy guide - Digital legacy planning guide explains how families can access accounts after death, including guides Apple legacy contacts, Google's inactive account manager, and password access.
• Brown University shooter confessed in videos to planning attack for long time, showed no remorse: DOJ - Federal prosecutors release video transcripts allegedly recorded by Brown University gunman who killed 2 students, showing no remorse for shooting.
• Minn gov candidate says locals cheer Walz scrapping re-election as much as Venezuelans cheer Maduro's fall - U.S. Army veteran Kendall Qualls criticizes Governor Tim Walz's tenure, citing Minneapolis riots and welfare fraud scandal as disasters during his two terms as Minnesota governor.
• Michael Reagan, eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan, dies at 80 - Conservative author and radio host Michael Reagan, who promoted his father Ronald Reagan's legacy through the Reagan Foundation, has died at age 80.
• Protests grow as Iran’s government makes meager offer amid tanking economy - Amnesty International says security forces’ raid on hospital in Ilam to seize protesters violates international law.
• Two iconic culinary symbols leave San Francisco at the start of 2026 - As the new year begins, San Francisco residents will have to say goodbye to a couple of community staples.
• Chicago Catholic university offers courses on running cannabis dispensaries - DePaul University in Chicago offers cannabis dispensary management courses as marijuana businesses boom, with dispensaries growing across the country.