Karoline Leavitt lashes journalist over ICE question: ‘Leftwing hack’
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has launched a tirade at a journalist who asked a question about ICE conduct.
Day: January 16, 2026
Millionaires tax: The dangers of wealth disparity
Re: “Guess who supports a millionaires tax? Republicans, WA poll finds” (Jan. 14, Local News): Thanks to Danny Westneat’s succinct appraisal of the recent poll showing that most citizens throughout Washington state favor an income tax on the super weal…
‘Can he still do the job?’ CNN analyst raises on-air alarm over GOP senator’s voice
An analyst on Thursday said that Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R-KY) voice sounded “distressing.”CNN political commentator Karen Finney told anchor Jake Tapper that McConnell’s comments on the United States’ relationship with Greenland struck a chord — and …
Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground – CNN
Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground CNNThe Nuclear Testing Moratorium Passes a Milestone The Equation – Union of Concerned ScientistsWorld Sets Longest Nuclear Testing Pause …
Venezuelan Vows Oil Sector Reform After Maduro Ouster
Venezuela’s interim president on Thursday announced pending legal reforms to the country’s critical fossil fuel sector, as she seeks to recalibrate ties with Washington following the US military ouster of her predecessor, Nicolas Maduro.
Europeans quietly shift away from US tech services, share lists of local alternatives
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Russian YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy faces possible deportation to Russia after Philippines arrest and court penalties
Russian YouTuber Vitaly Zdorovetskiy is set to be deported from the Philippines after completing penalties for charges including public disruption and theft. Officials confirmed a formal deportation order, emphasizing that his detention counted towards…
What will Europe actually do to defend Greenland?
European countries – including France – have begun deploying troops to Greenland, in what Germany describes as a mission aimed at countering ‘Russian and Chinese threats’. The White House says the show of unity for the Arctic island will have ‘no impa…
White House says meeting with Danish officials concluded with a decision to continue ‘technical talks on the acquisition of Greenland’. Danish officials disagree.
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Kathleen Kennedy, steward of ‘Star Wars,’ steps down from Lucasfilm
Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from Lucasfilm after more than 13 years.