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U.S. seizes Russian-flagged oil tanker with ties to Venezuela

U.S. forces have seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the north Atlantic after a two week chase. This is part of the larger U.S. campaign aimed at tankers going to and from Venezuela.
NPR    Jan 7, 10:03 am

ICE agent fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis amid immigration crackdown

The Department of Homeland Security accused the victim of being a "rioter" and that the ICE officer who pulled the trigger was "fearing for his life." Mayor Jacob Frey rejected claims of self-defense.
NPR    Jan 7, 3:03 pm

Man who killed Brown University students and MIT professor left behind recordings

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The man identified by law enforcement as the shooter who killed two Brown University students and an MIT professor recorded videos saying he had been planning the attack for at least six semesters, according to information released Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Justice.

CBC    Jan 6, 5:33 pm

CIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who sold U.S. secrets to the Soviets, dies in prison at 84

CIA turncoat Aldrich Ames, who betrayed Western intelligence assets to the Soviet Union and Russia in one of the most damaging breaches in U.S. history, has died in a Maryland prison. He was 84.
NPR    Jan 7, 3:03 am
U.S. military seizes multiple oil tankers linked to Venezuela, officials say
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Protest-hit Iran warily watches the US after its raid on Venezuela

As Iran is gripped by new protests, many people there are focused on the U.S. raid in Venezuela and wonder whether the same could occur in Tehran
ABC    Jan 7, 2:03 am

'Trial by ambush,' Uvalde officer's defense alleges after witness testimony changes

The former school officer is being tried on 29 counts of child endangerment.
ABC    Jan 7, 4:33 am

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban officially divorced after 19-year marriage

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Oscar-winning actor Nicole Kidman and Grammy-winning country singer Keith Urban have officially ended their marriage.

CBC    Jan 6, 4:33 pm

WATCH: Drone team who saved escaped adopted senior dog speaks with David Muir about rescue

David Muir shares the story of the newly-adopted senior dog that ran away while traveling to her forever home – and the drone team that helped locate her.
ABC    Jan 7, 4:03 am

WATCH: Massive fire tears through 4 buildings in New York City

The 5-alarm fire left both firefighters and a resident injured – including two firefighters with serious injuries.
ABC    Jan 7, 4:03 am
Mystery around double homicide of Ohio dentist and wife grows
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Canadian tourists voice concerns over Caribbean travel after U.S. strike on Venezuela

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Travellers planning trips to the Caribbean are voicing trepidation online after the U.S. strike on Venezuela that captured president Nicolás Maduro, while one Latin America expert says it's not a good time to travel to the region.

CBC    Jan 7, 3:33 am

Michael Reagan, son of former President Ronald Reagan, has died, family says

"Michael was and will always remain a beloved husband, father, and grandpa," his family said in a statement.
ABC    Jan 6, 5:33 pm

Greenlandic politician who fought for his people's autonomy wants U.S. to back off

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"We have a very serious problem, and we need Canada's support," says Aqqaluk Lynge, a former member of Greenland's parliament and co-founder of the pro-Greenlandic independence party Inuit Ataqatigiit.

CBC    Jan 6, 5:33 pm

Dead whale found on bow of ship in New Jersey sparks investigation

The death of a whale found on the bow of a container ship at a port along the Delaware River in southern New Jersey is under investigation
ABC    Jan 6, 6:33 pm

Trump Mobile's golden phone remains nowhere to be found

A golden phone that President Donald Trump's family business promised to release last year remains mysteriously under wraps as the technology industry serves up a glut of new gadgets at CES in Las Vegas this week.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:33 am
Replay: U.S. Secretaries of State and Defence address Venezuela, Greenland • FRANCE 24 English
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WATCH: Baby can’t hide excitement after brother’s kiss

A baby’s adorable struggle to contain her joy after a kiss from her brother has gone viral, drawing millions of views online.
ABC    Jan 6, 7:33 pm

Security forces clash with protesters in Iran's main market as death toll rises

The protest at the Grand Bazaar represented the latest signal that the demonstrations are likely to continue. Violence surrounding the protests has killed at least 36 people, activists abroad say.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:33 am

Trump says US to get 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil from Venezuela at market price

Trump pledged to use proceeds from the sale of this oil "to benefit the people" of both countries.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:33 am

Homeland Security plans 2,000 immigration officers in Minnesota

Homeland Security said Tuesday that it launched what it described as the largest immigration enforcement operation ever carried out, tied to allegations of fraud involving Somali residents in Minnesota.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:33 am

After the LA fires, false narratives on social media impacted state policy

Misinformation spread quickly after the wildfires in Los Angeles last year. Some of these false narratives on social media impacted California policy.
NPR    Jan 7, 4:33 am
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines and end to "war on saturated fats"
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Trump warns Republicans they have to win midterms or he'll 'get impeached'

President Donald Trump warned Republican members of Congress on Tuesday that if they don't win in this year's midterms, then he will "get impeached."
ABC    Jan 6, 6:03 pm

Military 'always an option' to achieve Trump's goal of controlling Greenland, White House says

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U.S. President Donald Trump and his team are discussing various options for acquiring Greenland, including buying it, but the use of the U.S. military in furthering that goal is "always an option," the White House said on Tuesday.

CBC    Jan 6, 8:03 pm

Photos show Carnival celebrations in the Colombian city of Pasto

Revelers took to the streets with parade floats and costumes to celebrate the Black and White Carnival, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, in Pasto, Colombia. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
ABC    Jan 6, 7:33 pm

Lego unveils new ‘smart bricks’ with interactive lights and sounds

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Lego has unveiled new high-tech “smart bricks” it says will bring its classic toys to life with lights, sound and interactive movement. But one expert on early learning says the innovation may lessen the potential for imagination that makes Lego a good toy for children’s development.

CBC    Jan 6, 8:33 pm

White House says 'all options' are on the table for Greenland, including diplomacy

President Trump has long expressed an interest in acquiring Greenland. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump isn't ruling out any options, but that diplomacy is his "first option."
NPR    Jan 7, 3:33 pm
France working with allies on plan should US move on Greenland • FRANCE 24 English
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The delightful history behind serendipity suggests it's not mere luck

While serendipity has often been associated with luck or happy accidents, its origin suggests that it goes beyond just happenstance.
NPR    Jan 7, 4:33 am

Governor says he is preparing National Guard amid furor over fatal ICE shooting

The city of Minneapolis said it is "aware of a shooting involving federal law enforcement" near East 34th Street and Portland Avenue, urging people to avoid the area.
ABC    Jan 7, 11:33 am

U.S. population growth is slowing. The immigration crackdown is a major factor

Congressional forecasters have lowered their projection for U.S. population growth over the next decade by 7 million people as a result of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown as well as falling birth rates.
NPR    Jan 7, 2:33 pm

Nick Reiner's attorney removes himself from case

Defense attorney Alan Jackson said that circumstances beyond his and Reiner's control made it "impossible" to continue representation.
NPR    Jan 7, 2:33 pm

Béla Fleck cancels Kennedy Center appearance, says it's become 'charged and political'

The 18-time Grammy Award winner is the latest musician to cancel an show at the Kennedy Center. Béla Fleck says he cannot currently perform there because it "has become charged and political."
NPR    Jan 7, 2:03 pm
'Donroe Doctrine': Latin American resources 'belong to US, to hell with anyone who gets in our way'
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One year into an uneven recovery, L.A.'s fire survivors mark a somber milestone

The recovery from last year's deadly wildfires in Los Angeles has been slow and uneven for a lot of reasons, with survivors struggling to navigate a complex patchwork of systems to rebuild.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:33 pm

How large is Greenland, really? Your map may be deceiving you

Talk of annexation has Greenland in the news again. But due to quirks of cartography, some common maps show the territory much larger than it is.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:33 pm

New dietary guide from Trump administration flips food pyramid for Americans to eat more protein

Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks during a press briefing with other Trump administration officials.

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a new slate of dietary guidelines that recommends Americans eat more protein and less sugar than previously advised and that consumers avoid highly processed foods to achieve a healthy diet.

CBC    Jan 7, 1:03 pm

RFK Jr.'s new food pyramid puts meat, cheese and vegetables at the top

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced new dietary guidelines for Americans focused on promoting whole foods, healthy proteins and fats. And he has "declare[d] war" on added sugar.
NPR    Jan 7, 1:03 pm

Rubio and Hegseth brief lawmakers on "threefold process" for Venezuela

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth briefed lawmakers Wednesday on a three-fold process for Venezuela's future.
NPR    Jan 7, 12:33 pm
US seizes two Venezuela-linked oil tankers, including Russian-flagged ship
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Greenland has become the island that could break NATO

A man walks as Danish flag flutters next to Hans Egede Statue ahead of a March 11 general election in Nuuk, Greenland, March 9, 2025.

European leaders have sounded the alarm over Donald Trump’s ambitions to take over Greenland, but the U.S. president may instead be thinking of his legacy. If that’s the case, many analysts, diplomats and politicians believe not only will European diplomacy fail, but the entire post-Second World War system of alliances will come crashing down alongside it, should the U.S. move unilaterally.

CBC    Jan 7, 12:03 pm

'American Reich' author details a national surge in bigotry and white supremacy

Journalist Eric Lichtblau says President Trump's incendiary rhetoric has stoked a "new age of hate." His book centers on a murder committed by a young neo-Nazi in Orange County, Calif.
NPR    Jan 7, 12:03 pm

A 200-year-old book distributor is closing. Here's what that means for public libraries

Baker & Taylor is one of very few companies that handle book distribution for libraries — getting books from publishers into borrowers hands. But a few months ago, the company abruptly announced it was shutting down.
NPR    Jan 7, 11:03 am

DHS wants Venezuelans to return home, but fears remain as long as Maduro regime is in power

Hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans have been in limbo since the Trump administration removed their temporary protected status late last year. That uncertainty has intensified as U.S. immigration officials again push for those migrants to return to Venezuela.
NPR    Jan 7, 4:33 am

Job openings slide to 2nd lowest level in 5 years as hiring remains sluggish

U.S. employers posted far fewer jobs in November than the previous month, a sign that employers aren’t yet ramping up hiring even as growth has picked up
ABC    Jan 7, 11:03 am
European leaders blast Trump administration over Greenland takeover discussions
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Have you had a hard talk with an older driver? Tell us about it

Have you thought about taking the keys away from an older driver in your life? NPR wants to hear your story about how you navigated a difficult situation with an aging parent or relative.
NPR    Jan 7, 9:33 am

U.S. seeks to assert its control over Venezuelan oil with tanker seizures, global sales

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U.S. President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday sought to assert its control over Venezuelan oil, seizing a pair of sanctioned tankers transporting petroleum and announcing plans to relax some sanctions so the U.S. can oversee the sale of Venezuela's oil worldwide.

CBC    Jan 7, 8:33 am

WATCH: Neighbors save mother, 2 children from burning home

Video captured the moment neighbors risked their lives to save a mother and her two children from a burning home in Baltimore, Maryland.
ABC    Jan 7, 8:03 am

Nick Reiner to enter plea in stabbing deaths of parents Rob and Michele Reiner

Nick Reiner, who is charged with the murders of his parents, renowned director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Reiner, is due in court for his arraignment on Wednesday.
ABC    Jan 7, 7:33 am

GOP gearing up to face tough midterms. And, Pentagon reviews women in ground combat

Trump offers advice to the GOP as midterm fears grow and he struggles to connect with voters on the economy. And, the Pentagon reviews the "effectiveness" of women in ground combat roles.
NPR    Jan 7, 7:03 am
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE: US has 'tremendous' leverage over Venezuela: Rubio
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WATCH: Wedding proposal gone wrong caught on camera

A worker at Boyne Mountain Resort saved the day after a wedding ring slipped through Trevor Van Camp’s fingers, falling nearly 120 feet off a skybridge into snow, during a proposal to his girlfriend.
ABC    Jan 7, 7:03 am

A walking challenge to start 2026 on your feet — and off your screens

The solution to too much sitting is simple but hard to stick with. This walking challenge sets you up for success, with six tips to keep you moving throughout your day.
NPR    Jan 7, 6:03 am

Greetings from a Paris park, where a lone sequoia tree is a marvel to behold

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
NPR    Jan 7, 6:03 am

Pro-Trump influencers take a victory lap amid fallout from viral video alleging fraud

The swift policy and political repercussions the video helped propel illustrate the symbiotic relationship between online content creators and the Trump administration's policy goals.
NPR    Jan 7, 4:33 am

Sick young ants send out a 'kill me' scent to prevent deadly epidemics

Young, infected Lasius neglectus ants will send out an altruistic "kill me" signal to worker ants, a new study finds, as part of a strategy to keep deadly pathogens from spreading through the colony.
NPR    Jan 7, 5:33 am