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Pro-AI super PACs ramp up spending ahead of 2026 midterms to shape regulation debate
Silicon Valley-backed political groups are spending heavily to support candidates who favor a lighter-touch, national approach to AI governance, setting up AI policy as a major 2026 midterm battleground.
S&P Global survey shows U.S. growth cooling in January as tariffs weigh on demand and hiring
New S&P Global readings suggest the U.S. economy is expanding only modestly, with businesses citing tariff-related cost pressures, soft demand, and limited hiring momentum despite some rebound in orders.
After fatal Minneapolis shooting, protests surge and Democrats demand federal immigration agents leave
A fatal shooting by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis intensified clashes over the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, drawing hundreds of protesters and new calls from Democrats for federal agents to withdraw.
Davos 2026 wraps amid geopolitical strain as leaders push for cooperation in a contested world
The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos concluded after days of debate over global security and economic headwinds, with leaders urging cooperation while acknowledging deepening international tensions.
Winter Storm Fern barrels across the U.S., triggering mass cancellations and emergency declarations
A sprawling winter storm dubbed “Fern” is driving widespread travel disruptions, government emergency actions, and urgent safety warnings as heavy snow, ice, and Arctic air sweep from the Plains toward the East.
Trinity Rodman captains USWNT in 6–0 rout of Paraguay to open 2026
The U.S. women began their 2026 schedule with a dominant friendly win in Carson, California, as Trinity Rodman scored in her first match as captain and Ally Sentnor added two goals.
Anger builds after fatal federal shooting in Minneapolis as protests spread and lawmakers threaten DHS funding fight
After a Minneapolis nurse was fatally shot by federal agents, demonstrations grew in multiple cities and political pressure intensified in Washington. The incident fueled renewed criticism of federal immigration enforcement tactics, with some lawmakers signaling they may use budget leverage to demand changes.
AI and cyber modernization spotlighted as defense planning stresses emerging technologies
U.S. defense planning is increasingly emphasizing modernization across cyber and artificial intelligence. The push underscores growing concern that technological advantage will shape deterrence and crisis outcomes.
Women’s Super League title race tightens after Manchester City win at London City and United’s big away victory
A dramatic late win for Manchester City and a strong second-half surge by Manchester United shaped a pivotal day in the WSL. The results affected both the title chase and the relegation picture, highlighting the league’s volatility as the season moves deeper into winter.
Winter Storm Fern spreads travel disruption and power outages as it pushes across the U.S.
A sprawling winter storm that began in the Southwest is moving east, triggering emergency declarations, widespread travel delays and growing power outages. Forecasters warned of a long corridor of snow, sleet and freezing rain, with dangerous road conditions and rapidly changing local impacts.
Trump administration’s brief pause of $5 billion CDC-backed public health grants, then reversal, leaves local agencies scrambling
State and local health departments reported confusion after federal officials paused a major CDC-administered public health infrastructure grant and then reversed course. The episode raised concerns about operational stability for programs tied to preparedness, data modernization and frontline services.
Trump’s 2026 National Defence Strategy prioritizes deterring China and homeland defense, with allies urged to do more
A new U.S. National Defence Strategy under President Donald Trump emphasizes homeland defense and deterring China in the Indo-Pacific, while arguing allies should shoulder more of the burden for European security. The strategy also highlights modernization priorities across nuclear, cyber, and emerging technologies.