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- 229Health
CDC says flu remains elevated as pediatric impact stays severe; officials urge vaccination and early antiviral treatment
CDC surveillance shows the 2025–26 flu season remains elevated nationally, with pediatric severity classified as high even as overall activity has stabilized. Public health officials emphasize vaccination, early use of antivirals for high-risk patients, and continued monitoring for another post-holiday rise.
- 230Health
CDC reports 416 confirmed U.S. measles cases so far in 2026, mostly linked to outbreaks that began in 2025
The CDC’s latest update shows 416 confirmed measles cases reported in the U.S. in 2026 as of January 22, with most cases associated with ongoing outbreaks that started in 2025.
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Minneapolis fatal shooting during federal immigration operation sparks protests and National Guard deployment
A 37-year-old ICU nurse was fatally shot by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis, intensifying scrutiny of the Trump administration’s enforcement tactics and triggering protests, clashes, and a National Guard response.
- 232Business
Inflation gauge ticks up while consumers keep spending, complicating the path for rate cuts
A key U.S. inflation measure rose slightly in November while consumer spending stayed strong, reinforcing the picture of an economy that continues to grow even as price pressures remain above the Federal Reserve’s target.
- 233Sports
Spurs players share rooting interests as NFL conference championships approach Super Bowl LX
With the NFL postseason nearing its finale, Spurs coach Mitch Johnson and guard De’Aaron Fox discussed personal reasons they’ll be watching and rooting during the conference championship games.
- 234Politics
Senate Democrats threaten to block funding after Minneapolis immigration-operation killing
After the Minneapolis shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti during a federal immigration operation, Senate Democrats said they would oppose a major funding bill unless Homeland Security and immigration enforcement provisions are changed.
- 235Tech
Sam Altman faces a pivotal year as OpenAI pushes massive datacenter expansion amid scrutiny
A long-form profile argues 2026 may be decisive for OpenAI CEO Sam Altman as the company seeks unprecedented capital for AI infrastructure while navigating political, regulatory, and competitive pressure.
- 236World
U.S. operation in Venezuela captures Nicolás Maduro, raising questions about legality and regional fallout
A dramatic U.S. operation in Venezuela reportedly captured President Nicolás Maduro and transported him to the United States, triggering competing claims over legitimacy, casualties, and the future of Venezuelan governance.
- 237Health
CDC labels the 2025–26 flu season ‘moderately severe’ as U.S. cases pass 11 million, Reuters reports
U.S. health officials have classified the 2025–26 influenza season as “moderately severe,” with CDC estimates pointing to at least 11 million illnesses so far. Public health experts cite holiday travel, low vaccination uptake and misinformation as factors that may be contributing to elevated activity.
- 238Tech
California’s AB 2013 takes effect, forcing generative AI developers to publish training-data summaries
A new California law now requires many developers of generative AI systems made available to Californians to post a public, “high-level” summary of the training data used. The mandate, effective January 1, 2026, adds fresh compliance pressure for AI companies and could reshape how firms discuss datasets, licensing and the use of personal or synthetic data.
- 239Sports
USWNT opens 2026 with a 6–0 friendly win over Paraguay led by a wave of young scorers
The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 calendar with a lopsided friendly win over Paraguay in Carson, California, as several newer faces made an early case for bigger roles. With goals spread across the squad and a controlled performance, the match offered a first look at how the team is building toward a busy year of competition.
- 240Politics
Democrats threaten funding blockade after fatal Minneapolis shooting by federal agents
Political tensions are escalating after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by federal agents, with Democrats threatening to block funding tied to the Department of Homeland Security. Witness accounts and video have fueled scrutiny of official claims, while protests and calls for accountability spread to multiple cities.