Major winter storm causes widespread disruptions across the US
A powerful winter storm is affecting over 200 million people across the eastern two-thirds of the US, bringing heavy snow, ice, and freezing rain. More than 8,000 flights have been canceled, multiple states have declared emergencies, and officials are urging people to stay off roads and prepare for power outages.
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Trump administration releases defense strategy shifting burden to allies
The Pentagon has released a National Defense Strategy that tells US allies to take primary responsibility for their own security, marking a shift from previous focus on countering China. The strategy emphasizes US dominance in the Western Hemisphere and criticizes allies for relying on US defense subsidies.
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Russia attacks Ukraine ahead of peace talks
Russian attacks on Ukraine have killed one person and wounded 31 overnight, as negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States were set to meet in Abu Dhabi for a second day of talks aimed at ending Moscow's nearly four-year invasion.
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Massive protests in Minnesota against immigration enforcement
Thousands of people protested in subzero temperatures in Minnesota against expanded ICE operations, with businesses closing in solidarity. The protests follow aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and the shooting death of a Minnesota mother by an ICE agent.
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Trump administration expands global abortion funding ban
The Trump administration has expanded the Mexico City policy to ban US funding to groups that promote 'gender ideology' and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives abroad, in addition to existing restrictions on abortion-related activities.
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US allies question global leadership at Davos forum
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, US allies including Canada and France expressed concerns about America's reliability as a global leader, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warning that the rules-based international order is fading.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns US amid nationwide protests
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China's top general under investigation in military purge
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Deadly landslide in Indonesia kills at least 8, dozens missing
A landslide on Indonesia's Java island has killed at least 8 people and left more than 80 missing.
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Grammy predictions feature Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and K-pop
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