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Trump administration reshuffles Minneapolis immigration leadership after Alex Pretti’s killing
A senior Border Patrol official associated with the administration’s immigration surge in Minneapolis is being moved out of the city after the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti triggered national backlash. The White House has faced criticism after early official claims were contradicted by video evidence.
NVIDIA pushes AI weather forecasting with Earth-2 models aimed at faster, cheaper prediction
NVIDIA has unveiled open-source AI models designed to speed up weather forecasting dramatically, positioning the approach as a way to make high-quality prediction more accessible to researchers and agencies. The move highlights AI’s growing role in scientific computing, disaster planning, and climate-risk analysis.
Alcaraz powers into Australian Open semifinals after weathering De Minaur’s early surge
Carlos Alcaraz moved within two wins of an Australian Open title after beating Alex de Minaur in straight sets in Melbourne. The match turned after a tight opening set, with Alcaraz raising his level to close out the contest quickly and end Australia’s singles hopes.
Markets brace for a Fed pause as January meeting opens amid renewed scrutiny of Powell
Investors expect the Federal Reserve to hold rates steady at its first policy meeting of 2026 after multiple cuts last year. The outlook is complicated by political pressure and reports of a Justice Department probe connected to testimony about Fed building renovations.
Hornets rout 76ers 130-93 as game time shifts for Winter Storm Fern
Brandon Miller scored 30 points and Charlotte’s starters all reached double figures as the Hornets overwhelmed the Philadelphia 76ers 130-93. The contest was moved to an earlier tipoff because of extreme weather linked to Winter Storm Fern, and Charlotte turned the game into a blowout by outscoring Philadelphia by 44 points across the second and third quarters.
Israel marks return of final Gaza hostage’s remains as ceasefire enters tougher phase
Israel said it recovered and identified the remains of police officer Ran Gvili, described as the last hostage held in Gaza, a moment that carried symbolic weight after more than two years of war and national anguish. The development also clears one key condition tied to the first phase of a ceasefire, shifting attention to the far more complex negotiations and security questions ahead.
About 31,000 Kaiser Permanente workers launch open-ended strike in California and Hawaii
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare employees walked off the job in an open-ended strike, with union leaders citing demands centered on wages and staffing. Picket lines formed at facilities across California and at one hospital in Hawaii, marking another major labor disruption in a U.S. healthcare system already strained by worker shortages and rising costs.
Markets brace for Fed as chip strength offsets insurer selloff
U.S. index futures were mixed early Tuesday as chip shares rose on fresh investment news while health insurers slid after a government proposal pointed to a far smaller Medicare Advantage payment increase than Wall Street expected for 2027. Investors also parsed a wave of big-company earnings ahead of the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision.
GM lifts outlook, raises dividend and announces $6 billion buyback after EV-related charges
General Motors reported fourth-quarter results that beat analyst expectations on an adjusted basis and unveiled a new $6 billion stock repurchase plan alongside a dividend increase. The automaker also outlined 2026 profit targets, while acknowledging significant charges tied to a realignment of its electric-vehicle strategy.
Micron starts Singapore fab project in $24 billion expansion aimed at AI-era memory demand
Micron said it has begun work on a new advanced wafer fabrication facility in Singapore, describing the project as roughly a $24 billion investment over the next decade. The expansion is aimed at boosting NAND capacity and supporting surging demand tied to AI and data-centric workloads, with production expected to start in the second half of 2028.
Calls grow for DHS leadership changes after Minneapolis shooting; border commander reassigned
Pressure intensified on the Trump administration Tuesday as Democrats and some Republicans demanded accountability after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis during an immigration enforcement incident. Separately, reports said a senior Border Patrol figure tied to aggressive enforcement operations would leave Minneapolis following the shooting, as protests and political fallout broadened.
Israel marks return of final hostage’s remains as ceasefire talks shift to harder phase
Israel said it recovered and identified the remains of Ran Gvili, described as the last hostage held in Gaza, bringing a deeply symbolic moment of closure for many Israelis. The development also heightens pressure on the next stage of ceasefire arrangements, including border access and the contours of postwar governance in Gaza.