Major winter storm causes widespread flight cancellations and dangerous conditions across the US
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Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada over trade deal with China
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ICE agent kills Minnesota mother during immigration enforcement operation
The death of Renee Macklin Good, a Minnesota mother who was shot by an immigration enforcement agent in South Minneapolis earlier this month, has raised questions about the Department of Homeland Security's use-of-force policy.
Sources: NPR
Trump administration expands global abortion funding ban to include gender ideology and DEI restrictions
The Mexico City policy, which bans U.S. funds from going to groups that provide or promote abortion, has been expanded to also bar funding to groups that promote 'gender ideology' and diversity, equity, and inclusion, affecting all non-military foreign assistance.
Sources: NPR
China's top military general under investigation in ongoing military purge
The Chinese military's top general, Zhang Youxia, is being investigated for suspected serious violations of discipline and law, marking the latest figure to fall in a long-running purge of military officials designed to ensure loyalty to Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Sources: AP News, NPR
Thousands protest Trump's immigration crackdown in subzero Minnesota temperatures
Large crowds flooded downtown Minneapolis despite subzero temperatures to protest the largest and most aggressive immigration enforcement operation brought by the federal government, with businesses across Minnesota shutting their doors in an economic blackout.
Sources: NPR
Trump administration's defense strategy shifts burden to allies for their own security
The Pentagon released a National Defense Strategy that chastises U.S. allies to take control of their own security and reasserts the Trump administration's focus on dominance in the Western Hemisphere, marking a shift from previous strategies focused on countering China.
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U.S. allies question global leadership at Davos amid Trump's disruptive statements
The World Economic Forum in Davos was marked by disruptive statements from President Trump that unsettled global markets and strained relations with U.S. allies, leading to questions about America's role as a global leader and the stability of the rules-based international order.
Sources: NPR
Gas explosion and fire in New York City apartment building kills 1 and injures 14
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Naomi Osaka withdraws from Australian Open due to injury
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