Federal Judge Throws Out Indictment of TikToker Shot by ICE Agent
Carlitos Ricardo Parias—the TikTok streamer and immigration journalist who was shot by ICE in south Los Angeles this October—has had his indictment dropped by a federal judge. U.S.…
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Trump says land-based facility in Venezuela was hit 'very hard'
President Trump said that a facility in Venezuela was "knocked out" by the military as the U.S. continues its war on drugs and puts pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Source…
Humanoid robots are having a moment, but still face an uphill battle
Robots have long been seen as a bad bet for Silicon Valley investors — too complicated, capital-intensive, and “boring, honestly,” says venture capitalist Modar Alaoui. But the commercial…
Florida congresswoman accused of stealing COVID funds maintains innocence
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick reiterated her innocence Monday outside a Miami federal courthouse, where she faces charges of conspiring to steal $5 million in federal COVID-19…
Trump threatens to 'immediately' strike Iran again if it rebuilds missile, nuclear programs
President Trump said Monday that he will "immediately" hit Iran with another airstrike if it tries to rebuild its ballistic and nuclear programs. Source link
Collecting Social Security? These 2026 changes could affect your money
Roughly 75 million Americans will receive a 2.8% boost to their income in 2026, thanks to the upcoming cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security…
Judge dismisses criminal case against TikTok streamer held in immigration detention
A federal judge has dismissed a criminal case against a popular Los Angeles TikTok streamer, citing constitutional violations after his lawyers were denied access to him while he was in…
Why silver prices surged, then dropped overnight
In a record weird year for the economy, the price of silver is the latest thing to behave strangely. The price of the second fiddle precious metal has soared over the last month, hitting…
SoftBank to acquire DigitalBridge for $4 billion
SoftBank Group will acquire digital infrastructure investor DigitalBridge Group in a deal valued at $4 billion, the companies said on Monday, as the Japanese investment firm looks to…
With Reeves out, Mark Warner tightens his grip on Virginia Senate race
Sen. Mark R. Warner's path to reelection got a little clearer this week after Republican state Sen. Bryce Reeves bowed out of his short-lived campaign. Source link
What Is Somaliland, and Do We Have to Care About It?
Israel’s recognition of the breakaway state could upend a sclerotic status quo in the region. Source link
Wall Street cools after tech rally as 2025 comes to an end
Wall Street’s main indexes kicked off the final week of the year on a softer note on Monday, as heavyweight technology stocks retreated from last week’s gains that had pushed the S&P 500…
MTG Reveals Trump’s Shocking Comments in Their Last Ever Conversation
Marjorie Taylor Greene has spent her entire career profusely defending President Trump and his MAGA agenda. But their last conversation reportedly left her stunned, as he said he attacked…
Trump indicates the U.S. 'hit' a facility that he tied to alleged drug boats
President Donald Trump has indicated that the U.S. has "hit" a facility in South America as he wages a pressure campaign on Venezuela, but the U.S. offered no other details. Source link
Trump Knows He Can’t Run Again. But He’s Got Another Problem.
“Did Putin agree to a ceasefire to allow a referendum to take place?” a journalist asked Trump Sunday evening during a Palm Beach press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr…
A look at how Trump-era work requirements could impact people who receive public benefits
The Trump administration made work requirements for low-income people receiving government assistance a priority in 2025. Source link
These common beliefs are holding leaders back
Below, Muriel Wilkins shares five key insights from her new book, Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential. Muriel is the founder and CEO of the leadership…
How to manage your life’s transition into 2026, according to these 5 experts
It’s that time — December’s waning days, when we prepare to turn the calendar page. Many Americans take stock, review goals accomplished and unmet, ponder hopes and plans. How’s our…
Judge rules against Trump's attempt to remove security clearance of whistleblower attorney
A federal judge in Washington has ruled against President Trump's attempt to cancel a security clearance for an attorney who represents whistleblowers. Source link
U.S. pledges $2 billion in aid as Trump administration warns agencies to ‘adapt or die’
The United States on Monday announced a $2 billion pledge for U.N. humanitarian aid as President Donald Trump’s administration continues to slash U.S. foreign assistance and warns United…
Blackstone’s AirTrunk is said to explore Singapore Reit IPO
Discussions with prospective advisers say the offering can raise more than US$1 billion, and take place as soon as 2026 [SINGAPORE/HONG KONG] AirTrunk, the Australian data centre operator…
Writing the DNA of robotics
We’re at a rare inflection point. Robots are moving from research labs and factory floors into everyday life. Right now, they’re being dropped into human spaces and, often, missing the…
Trump's Education Dept. to garnish wages of delinquent student borrowers in January
The Trump administration says it will kick off the new year by garnishing the wages of people who are delinquent on student loan repayment, reversing Biden-era leniency. Source link
Trump Admits He Hasn’t Gotten Putin to Agree to Anything
“Did Putin agree to a ceasefire to allow a referendum to take place?” a journalist asked Trump Sunday evening during a Palm Beach press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr…