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Volume 2 • Issue No. 25 • Updated Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 08:06 AM UTC

Federal immigration agent fatally shoots man during Minneapolis operation, sparking protests

A U.S. Border Patrol agent shot and killed a man during an immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis, leading to protests and demands for federal agents to leave Minnesota. The victim was identified as an ICU nurse and lawful gun owner.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Major winter storm causes thousands of flight cancellations across the United States

A powerful winter storm moving across the U.S. has led to thousands of flight cancellations, with dangerous ice and snow affecting more than 30 states.

Sources: AP News


Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over China trade deal

President Donald Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on Canadian goods if Canada proceeds with a trade deal with China, escalating tensions with Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Russian strikes knock out heat and power in Kyiv during peace talks

Russian missile and drone attacks left thousands of Kyiv residents without heating and electricity as peace talks between Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. continued in the UAE.

Sources: NPR


China's top military general under investigation in latest purge

China's top general, Zhang Youxia, is being investigated for suspected violations, part of a broader military purge under President Xi Jinping to ensure loyalty and combat corruption.

Sources: AP News, NPR


Heavy snow and rainfall kill 61 people in Afghanistan

Severe winter weather over three days killed 61 people and injured 110 in Afghanistan, with hundreds of homes destroyed and remote areas cut off.

Sources: AP News, NPR


American rock climber Alex Honnold scales Taipei 101 without ropes

American climber Alex Honnold successfully free-soloed the Taipei 101 skyscraper in Taiwan, completing the climb without safety ropes or equipment.

Sources: AP News


Last pandas in Japan return to China amid strained relations

The final two giant pandas in Japan are being sent back to China, reflecting ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries.

Sources: AP News


Wife of Uganda's opposition leader describes armed attack at home

The wife of Uganda's opposition leader reported that armed men attacked her at their residence, highlighting political violence in the country.

Sources: AP News


Gas explosion in New York City apartment building kills one, injures 14

A gas explosion and fire on the top floors of a New York City apartment building resulted in one death and 14 injuries.

Sources: AP News