Trump halts push to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland
President Trump announced he is dropping, for now, his efforts to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland, Oregon, after facing legal setbacks and opposition from Democratic governors and federal courts.
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Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies Trump was central to Capitol riot
Former special counsel Jack Smith told Congress that the January 6 Capitol riot 'does not happen' without President Trump, stating his team developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt against him.
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SNAP bans on soda and candy take effect in five states
New restrictions prohibiting the use of SNAP benefits to purchase soda, candy, and other specific foods are now in effect in five states as of January 1.
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Trump administration freezes child care funds to Minnesota amid fraud allegations
The Trump administration is freezing federal child care funding to Minnesota following viral allegations of fraud at federally funded daycare centers, though the claims have not been fully verified.
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China announces completion of military exercises near Taiwan
China declared it has 'successfully completed' military maneuvers around Taiwan, reaffirming its stance on territorial claims amid ongoing tensions.
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Russian drone attack injures children in Ukraine as Putin expresses confidence
A Russian drone strike injured three Ukrainian children, while President Putin voiced confidence in victory, highlighting the ongoing conflict's impact on civilians.
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UN finds dire conditions in first visit to Sudan's el-Fasher since its fall
United Nations officials reported severe humanitarian conditions during their first visit to el-Fasher, Sudan, since the city fell, underscoring the crisis in the region.
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Stranger Things series finale airs, blending science fiction with pop culture
The popular Netflix series Stranger Things concluded its final season, featuring elements like wormholes and the upside down, which have sparked discussions about science and entertainment.
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New deep-sea search resumes for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370
A latest effort to locate Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, which disappeared in 2014, is underway with renewed deep-sea search operations.
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Farmers face soaring health insurance costs as subsidies expire
Many farmers in the U.S. are confronting unaffordable health insurance premiums as enhanced subsidies expire, compounding financial pressures from low crop prices and high input costs.
Sources: NPR