↑ RSS Could Iran go the way of Venezuela? - The apparent endgame in Caracas, which has seen Trump sideline Venezuela’s pro-democratic opposition, may be a cautionary tale for Iran’s protesters.Starlink Users in Iran Get Free Internet Access, Nonprofits Say - Under a near-total communications blackout, users of Elon Musk’s satellite service have gotten online without paying, organizations that work on tech issues said.Ukraine drone attack sparks industrial fire in Russia's Rostov-on-Don, officials say - Jan 14 () - A Ukrainian drone attack overnight caused two fires at an industrial facility, injured four people and damaged apartment buildings in the southern Russian port of Rostov-on-Don, regional officials said on Wednesday. Yuri SlyusVenezuela releases multiple detained U.S. citizens, State Department says - The release marks the first known instance of U.S. citizens being freed since President Nicolás Maduro’s capture. It was unclear how many were released.US official says Venezuela freeing Americans in 'important step' - Venezuela on Tuesday started freeing jailed Americans, said a US official, who hailed the move by the country's interim leadership following Washington's ouster of ex-president Nicolas Maduro.US President Donald Trump hailed the gesture, saVenezuela releases multiple American citizens from prison following military operation - At least four Americans detained under Nicolás Maduro’s regime were released by Venezuela’s interim government following a U.S. military operation that captured the longtime leader.Japan will not comment on BOJ's absence in joint Powell statement - TOKYO, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Japan declined on Wednesday to comment on the Bank of Japan's absence from a statement by other central banks supporting U.S.Lawsuits against ICE agents would be allowed under proposed California law - A bill by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) would make it easier for people to sue federal immigration officers in state court over constitutional violations.City leaders deny gas station chain’s request to build at former Frisch’s location - QuikTrip applied to build a gas station at the old Frisch’s building on Old Troy Pike in Huber Heights.Tesla agrees to mediation that could resolve US agency's racism lawsuit - By Jonathan Stempel Jan 13 (Reuters) - Tesla agreed to enter mediation that could resolve the U.S.China’s Trade Surplus Surged 20 Percent to New Highs - A currency kept weak to help Chinese factories, combined with faltering consumer spending, propelled exports, while a campaign for self-sufficiency limited imports.China's December exports sharply beat estimates, imports also top expectations - China's exports growth in December sharply beat expectations, catapulting the annual trade surplus to a record high. Extreme Weather Events Hit Around the World in 2025 - Last year was Earth’s third hottest globally, but temperature is just one measure of climate change’s influence.Passengers baffled and confused after screams burst from beneath taxiing Air Canada plane - Passengers aboard a taxiing Air Canada flight were left shaken after muffled screams and banging were suddenly heard from beneath the cabin.Rand Paul says GOP colleagues 'don’t give a s‑‑t about these people in the boats': They 'say they’re pro-life' - Sen. Rand Paul blasted GOP colleagues over the boat strikes near Venezuela, accusing them of not caring about the lives lost on the vessels.American bobsledder Kris Horn survives harrowing solo World Cup run after teammates miss sled - American bobsledder Kris Horn raced solo down a World Cup track in Switzerland after a loading mishap left him without teammates in the four-man sled.Minneapolis mayor says 'unconstitutional' ICE conduct has been met with ‘peaceful’ protests - Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey calls protests peaceful following fatal shooting of Renee Good by ICE agent, telling Fox News tens of thousands demonstrated in streets.South Korea's special prosecutor seeks death penalty for ex-president Yoon over martial law bid - If Yoon is sentenced to death, it will be the first execution South Korea has carried out in almost 30 years.Nikki Glaser avoided political jokes while hosting Golden Globes because they’re ‘not funny’ - Nikki Glaser explains why she avoided political jokes while hosting the Golden Globes, saying politics 'isn't funny' and describing the challenge of striking the right tone.San Diego school district beefs up security, provide scripts to keep ICE away: report - The San Diego school district strengthened security after the Trump administration rescinded a policy protecting schools from ICE arrests.US launches wave of strikes in Somalia targeting ISIS, al-Shabab terror threats - U.S. Africa Command General Michael E. Langley warns of jihadi threat to homeland as airstrikes against al-Shabab and ISIS-Somalia intensify under Trump administration.Pueblo police investigate fatal crash - Pueblo police are investigating a fatal crash at Portland Avenue and Joplin Avenue.Trump insists GOPers 'love' DOJ targeting Jerome Powell, says he 'can't help' it if it looks like retribution - In an interview with CBS News' Tony Dokoupil, President Donald Trump insisted prominent conservatives "love" the DOJ probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.Gold Rises Toward Record as US Inflation Supports Rate-Cut Bets - Underlying inflation in December was not as high as feared, although economists said the data was artificially depressed by the record-long government shutdown late last year. Precious metals have made a strong start to 2026, after blisterIn Secret Testimony, Republicans Derided Trump’s Stolen Election Claims - The testimony, part of the derailed Georgia election interference case, makes clear how dismissive some senior Republicans were of claims of widespread fraud in the 2020 election.Brooks Nader slips on her bikini as she embraces natural look on Cabo getaway after dissolving lip fillers - Brooks Nader shows off her natural beauty during a Cabo vacation with sister Sarah Jane, revealing her filler-free lips and stunning bikini looks.Meta's VR layoffs, studio closures underscore Zuckerberg's massive pivot to AI - Meta began laying off employees in its Reality Labs division focused on virtual reality and shut down several VR studios as it pushes resources towards AI.ICE Arrested Dozens of Refugees in Minnesota and Sent Them to Texas, Lawyers Say - The refugees, many of them from Somalia, had passed security screenings before coming to the United States. The Trump administration has vowed to “re-examine thousands of refugee cases.”Kiefer Sutherland arrested after alleged altercation with rideshare driver in Los Angeles - Kiefer Sutherland arrested after allegedly assaulting rideshare driver in Los Angeles. The "24" star was released on $50,000 bond.North Korea's Kim Yo Jong says South's hopes for better relations are an illusion - By Heejin Kim SEOUL, Jan 13 (Reuters) - North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the sister of leader Kim Jong Un, said on Tuesday South Korea's hope for an improvement in relations is an illusion that cannot beTrump says he thinks China can open its markets to US goods - By Bo Erickson and Kanishka Singh JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Jan 13 (Reuters) - U.S.Maher argues Trump appeals to young men tired of being shamed for who they are - Liberal comedian Bill Maher suggested President Donald Trump appeals to young men because he doesn't shame them for being men, unlike far-left voices that make them feel guilty.North Korea's Kim Yo Jong says South's hopes for better relations are an illusion - By Heejin Kim SEOUL, Jan 13 (Reuters) - North Korea's Kim Yo Jong, the sister of leader Kim Jong Un, said on Tuesday South Korea's hope for an improvement in relations is an illusion that cannot be6 puppies treated for a suspected opioid overdose in Washington will find new homes soon - Six puppies in rural Washington state will soon be up for adoption after being revived after a suspected drug overdose — and some of them might go home with the fire-station staff who saved them. It wasn't long before their tails started wMinneapolis-area leaders condemn ICE, call for removal amid Trump deportation campaign - Minneapolis-area officials moved to condemn federal immigration authorities and seek their removal from the region as the Trump administration ramps up deportations.White House says Trump gave ‘appropriate’ response after heckler confrontation caught on video - The White House called President Trump’s reaction “appropriate" after video showed him responding to a heckler during a visit to a Michigan Ford plant.Suspected Venezuelan gangster in Portland CBP attack tied to shooting at apartment complex: police - Alleged Venezuelan gang member's wife tied to earlier shooting before federal confrontation that left both suspects wounded in Portland traffic stop.Wildlife crews stop actively searching for young wolves after livestock attacks - Wildlife crews are no longer actively searching for two juvenile gray wolves who were part of a pack that killed dozens of cows and calves last summer in Northern California’s Sierra Valley, an official said Tuesday. The two wolves were meTrans athlete's attorney flees questioning on WVa AG's comments on client's sexual harassment allegations - ACLU attorney Joshua Block ignored questioning about harassment allegations against transgender athlete client during Supreme Court case.Mr. Mamdani Goes to Albany, This Time as a Political Celebrity - Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York City returned to the State Capitol for the first time since taking office, underscoring the shifting political winds since his victory.Minneapolis duo details their ICE detention, including pressure to rat on protest organizers - Two Minneapolis residents who have been monitoring immigration officers' actions during the Trump administration's latest crackdown say they were detained without charge for several hours in distressing conditions, denied phone calls, and pJapan's Nikkei 225 set to hit another high as Asia markets look past geopolitical worries - This comes as Japan's ruling LDP under new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to call an election likely in February.‘Grand Theft Auto’ blacklists ‘Charlie Kirk’ as players try to recreate his killing in the game - Grand Theft Auto reportedly bans "Charlie Kirk" mentions after users allegedly created assassination missions based on the conservative leader's murder.Iran regime opened fire with live ammunition on protesters, doctor says: ‘Shoot-to-kill’ - Iranian protests that began Dec. 28 saw security forces shift to live ammunition by January 8, with over 3,000 deaths estimated nationwide.Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman avoids criminal charge after incident at wrestling match - Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman will avoid criminal charges after he was accused of battery over an incident at a wrestling match.Grammy-nominated musician John Forté found dead at 50 in Massachusetts home - John Forté, the Grammy-nominated musician known for his work with the Fugees and the Refugee Camp All-Stars among others, has died at age 50. Chilmark Police Chief Sean Slavin said in a statement that there were no signs of foul play or “r'**** You': Trump Drops F-Bomb Before Flipping Off Autoworker - Looks like the Epstein files are still a sore subject for the president.New York heiress Belle Burden recounts the voicemail that torched her husband’s double life: memoir - Heiress Belle Burden shares her heartbreaking story of divorce after her husband left their family at their Martha's Vineyard home following affair revelation in 2020.Indian rocket launch loses control after liftoff in fresh blow to ISRO - BENGALURU, Jan 12 (Reuters) - An Indian rocket carrying 16 loads of equipment and experiments including an earth surveillance satellite went off track after liftoff on Monday in a fresh setback to theSouth Carolina GOP lawmakers introduce bill to criminalize abortion as murder - South Carolina Republicans introduce bill criminalizing abortion as murder from conception, applying homicide laws with penalties for all involved.