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- 097Business
U.S. backs USA Rare Earth with proposed $1.6B package to build a domestic ‘mine-to-magnet’ supply chain
The Commerce Department’s CHIPS Program Office announced a non-binding letter of intent to provide USA Rare Earth up to $277 million in direct funding and up to $1.3 billion in loans, aiming to expand domestic mining and magnet manufacturing that supports semiconductors and other strategic industries. The move underscores Washington’s push to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals and downstream processing.
- 098Politics
Trump signals review of Minneapolis ICE operation after fatal shooting and backlash
Former President Donald Trump suggested changes could be coming to a controversial immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis after a second death tied to confrontations involving federal agents. The remarks came amid rising protests, calls for investigations and mixed messaging inside the administration over how the killing should be characterized.
- 099World
Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill two as ceasefire strains and withdrawals lag
Israel launched air strikes across Lebanon, killing two people, in what Lebanese officials and regional observers describe as another test of a fragile ceasefire that began in November 2024. The attacks, reported in multiple locations including southern villages near Tyre and areas in the Bekaa Valley, come as disputes continue over disarmament, enforcement and the timeline for restoring civilian life in border regions.
- 100Latest
Timberwolves and Warriors return amid Minneapolis grief after shooting, protests
Minnesota’s NBA team returned to the court in a subdued atmosphere after a game was postponed in the wake of the fatal shooting of an ICU nurse, Alex Pretti, during a confrontation involving a federal officer. Coaches, players and fans described a city struggling to focus on basketball as protests and a broader immigration crackdown dominated local life.
- 101Sports
WWE Raw heads to Toronto with Bron Breakker’s future in question before Royal Rumble
WWE’s final Raw before the Royal Rumble set up a major storyline around Bron Breakker and his status on the roster after conflict with GM Adam Pearce. The show also promoted a multi-team match to determine the next tag title challengers and featured scheduled promos from major stars as WWE moved into one of its biggest events of the year.
- 102Health
Pediatricians back broader 2026 vaccine schedule, diverging from CDC’s reduced list
The American Academy of Pediatrics released its recommended 2026 vaccine schedule and kept guidance largely intact, continuing to support immunization against 18 diseases for children and adolescents. The updated schedule differs from the CDC’s 2026 schedule, released Jan. 5, which reduced universal recommendations for several familiar vaccines and moved some shots toward risk-based or shared decision-making approaches.
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- 103Tech
Under Armour investigates massive customer-data breach affecting email addresses
Under Armour is investigating a data breach that may involve about 72 million customer email addresses, according to information cited by the cybersecurity site Have I Been Pwned. The company said it has no evidence that passwords or payment systems were compromised, though additional personal details may have been exposed in some records.
- 104Business
Treasury cancels Booz Allen contracts, sending shares down amid contractor scrutiny
The U.S. Treasury Department canceled 31 contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton worth $4.8 million annually and $21 million in total commitments, citing failures to adequately protect sensitive data. The move, announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, highlights the Trump administration’s push to target “waste, fraud, and abuse” and is linked to a prior tax-record leak involving former contractor Charles Littlejohn.
- 105World
Iran-aligned militias in Iraq and Yemen threaten new attacks as U.S. carrier arrives in the region
Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Yemen signaled possible new strikes as a U.S. aircraft carrier reached the Middle East amid heightened tensions. The threats come as the U.S. warns Iran over its crackdown on unrest at home and as regional proxy networks weigh their next moves.
- 106Business
Gold tops $5,000 an ounce for the first time as investors seek safety amid political and market turmoil
Gold surged above $5,000 an ounce, hitting a record as investors piled into safe-haven assets amid heightened uncertainty. Market nerves have been fueled by trade tensions, geopolitical disputes and fears of further instability around U.S. fiscal policy.
- 107Tech
Nvidia invests $2 billion in CoreWeave to accelerate AI data-center buildout to 2030
Nvidia expanded its partnership with CoreWeave with a $2 billion investment, aiming to speed the rollout of “AI factories” and scale computing capacity. The move underscores intensifying competition to secure chips, power and infrastructure as demand for AI services grows.
- 108Health
Ethiopia declares the end of its first Marburg virus outbreak after 42 days with no new cases
Ethiopia announced the end of its first Marburg virus outbreak after completing the required 42-day period without new confirmed cases. Officials reported 14 confirmed infections with nine deaths, while WHO supported surveillance, diagnostics and infection control during the response.