Trump unveils Board of Peace at Davos, faces criticism from U.S. allies
President Trump announced his Board of Peace initiative at the World Economic Forum in Davos, but many top U.S. allies declined to participate. The move has strained transatlantic relations, with European leaders criticizing Trump's approach and questioning the future of U.S.-led global alliances.
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Autopsy finds Cuban immigrant in ICE custody died of homicide by asphyxiation
A Cuban migrant held in solitary confinement at a Texas immigration detention facility died from asphyxia due to neck and torso compression during a struggle with guards, according to an autopsy that ruled the death a homicide. This is one of multiple recent deaths at the facility.
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Massive winter storm threatens large parts of U.S. with snow, ice, and extreme cold
A major winter storm system is forecast to sweep across the U.S. from Texas to the Northeast, bringing heavy snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures. Multiple states have issued winter storm warnings and states of emergency, with officials warning of treacherous travel conditions and potential power outages.
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ICE agents assert power to enter homes without judicial warrants
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents claim sweeping authority to enter homes without judge-issued warrants, according to agency memos. This comes amid increased ICE activity in multiple states that has sparked protests and heightened anxiety in immigrant communities.
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Trump backs down on Greenland threats after NATO agreement
President Trump withdrew his threats to acquire Greenland by force after NATO agreed to a future Arctic deal framework. However, his remarks at Davos continued to criticize U.S. allies, further straining international relations and prompting concerns about the stability of global alliances.
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House Oversight Committee votes to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress
The House Oversight Committee voted to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in criminal contempt for defying subpoenas related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The move highlights deep partisan divisions and could lead to potential prosecution if approved by the full House.
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Israeli strikes kill journalists and children in Gaza amid ceasefire violations
Israeli forces killed at least 11 Palestinians in Gaza, including three journalists and two 13-year-old boys, in one of the deadliest days since the October ceasefire. The incidents have raised concerns about the stability of the truce and ongoing violence in the region.
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Former Uvalde police officer acquitted in trial over Robb Elementary response
A former Uvalde police officer was found not guilty in a trial examining the law enforcement response to the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting. The verdict has drawn reactions from victims' families and renewed scrutiny of the police actions during the massacre.
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Iran offers first official death toll from protest crackdown, far lower than activists' estimates
Iranian authorities released their first government-issued death toll from recent protest crackdowns, reporting significantly fewer fatalities than human rights groups have documented. The discrepancy highlights ongoing tensions between the government and activists over accountability for protest violence.
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Oscar nominations announced with 'Sinners' poised to make history
The Academy Award nominations were revealed, with the film 'Sinners' positioned to potentially break records. The nominations highlight standout performances and films in this year's awards season, drawing global attention to Hollywood's premier event.
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