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'60 Minutes' Broadcasts Delayed Report on Trump-era Deportations Amid Controversy
Jan 18, 2026

'60 Minutes' Broadcasts Delayed Report on Trump-era Deportations Amid Controversy

Segment on deportees sent to El Salvador's CECOT prison finally airs after initial shelving sparked internal disputes at CBS News

"60 Minutes" aired on Sunday a previously withheld report examining deportations during the Trump administration to El Salvador’s CECOT prison, an e...

NFL Playoff Drama Rekindles Debate Over Catch Criteria
Jan 18, 2026

NFL Playoff Drama Rekindles Debate Over Catch Criteria

Controversial interception in Broncos-Bills game reignites scrutiny of catch rules amid differing opinions

A disputed interception in the NFL playoff game between the Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills has sparked renewed debate regarding the established defi...

Fannie Mae Launches AI-Narrated Ad Featuring Digitized Donald Trump Voice
Jan 18, 2026

Fannie Mae Launches AI-Narrated Ad Featuring Digitized Donald Trump Voice

Artificial intelligence used in new housing ad with Trump’s approval as administration emphasizes homeownership reforms

A freshly aired advertisement for Fannie Mae features a digitally recreated voice of former President Donald Trump, produced with his consent. The ad ...

Minneapolis Leadership Rejects Military Deployment Amid Immigration Enforcement Controversy
Jan 18, 2026

Minneapolis Leadership Rejects Military Deployment Amid Immigration Enforcement Controversy

City Officials Advocate for Peaceful Protests as Federal Forces Increase Presence in Minnesota

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has denounced the prospect of deploying active-duty U.S. soldiers to Minnesota for immigration enforcement as both absurd...

Pentagon Positions 1,500 Soldiers for Potential Deployment in Minnesota Amid Immigration Enforcement
Jan 18, 2026

Pentagon Positions 1,500 Soldiers for Potential Deployment in Minnesota Amid Immigration Enforcement

Two infantry battalions from Alaska-based 11th Airborne Division placed on alert if Insurrection Act is invoked

Approximately 1,500 active-duty Army personnel have been directed to remain on standby for possible assignment to Minnesota, where an extensive immigr...

Historic Tensions Between the US and Europe Highlight Diplomatic Struggles
Jan 18, 2026

Historic Tensions Between the US and Europe Highlight Diplomatic Struggles

A Review of Key Moments in Trans-Atlantic Relations from the Mid-20th Century to Present

Since World War II, the United States and European nations have experienced a series of diplomatic conflicts shaping their alliance. From military int...

Protester Interrupts US National Anthem at London NBA Game with Greenland Chant
Jan 18, 2026

Protester Interrupts US National Anthem at London NBA Game with Greenland Chant

Heckler’s shout reflects recent geopolitical tensions over Greenland during NBA preseason match in the UK

During the performance of the US national anthem at a London NBA preseason game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic, a spectator interrupt...

Jan 18, 2026

'Avatar: Fire and Ash' Dominates U.S. Box Office Again While '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' Underperforms; 'Zootopia 2' Sets New Animated Record

James Cameron’s sci-fi epic continues its stronghold at the top as anticipated horror sequel trails expectations and Disney’s 'Zootopia 2' achieves historic milestones

For the fifth consecutive weekend, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' secured its position as the leading film in the North American box office, generating estima...

New Hampshire Episcopal Bishop Urges Clergy to Prepare for Difficult Times Amid Rising Tensions
Jan 18, 2026

New Hampshire Episcopal Bishop Urges Clergy to Prepare for Difficult Times Amid Rising Tensions

Bishop Rob Hirschfeld calls for readiness among clergy as national debates over immigration enforcement intensify

Bishop Rob Hirschfeld of the Episcopal Church in New Hampshire has garnered widespread attention following a solemn call for his clergy to prepare for...

Multiple Nations Report Invitations to Join Trump’s New Global Peace Council on Gaza
Jan 18, 2026

Multiple Nations Report Invitations to Join Trump’s New Global Peace Council on Gaza

Hungary and Vietnam Confirm Acceptance as U.S. Prepares Official Membership Announcement

Several countries have disclosed receiving invitations from the United States to participate in President Donald Trump's newly formed 'Board of Peace,...

Bipartisan Efforts Intensify to Counter Trump Administration’s Greenland Strategy
Jan 18, 2026

Bipartisan Efforts Intensify to Counter Trump Administration’s Greenland Strategy

Growing Congressional Concern Over Potential U.S. Actions in Greenland Spurs Diplomatic and Legislative Responses

In response to President Donald Trump's repeated assertions of seizing Greenland, a strategic Arctic territory, both Republican and Democratic lawmake...

National Disaster Declared in South Africa Amid Severe Flooding and Heavy Rains
Jan 18, 2026

National Disaster Declared in South Africa Amid Severe Flooding and Heavy Rains

Widespread Flooding Impacts Northern Provinces with Significant Fatalities and Infrastructure Damage

South Africa has officially declared a national disaster in response to intense rainfall and flooding predominantly affecting its northern provinces. ...