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A federal judge blocked the release Special Counsel Jack Smith's final reports on Trumps criminal case with an order on Tuesday, Jan. 7.

Judge blocks US Dept. of Justice release of final reports on Trump cases

President Joe Biden designated two new national monuments in California, creating the largest tract of protected land in the U.S.

With 2 monuments in Calif, Biden creates largest protected tract of land in lower 48

Foodies on the Vegas strip looking for a bite to eat at Wolfgang Puck’s restaurant were out of luck this past weekend.

Wolfgang Puck’s Vegas restaurant reopens after health code violations

Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, introduced a bill to relocate Customs and Border Protection headquarters to the Lone Star state.

Customs and Border Protection HQ to move from DC to Texas if bill is passed

With only a couple weeks until Donald Trump's second inauguration, Mexico is working to move migrant caravans away from the U.S. border.

Mexico moves migrants from US border ahead of Trump’s second term

Since the Fed's first cut in September, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has gone up nearly a full percentage point.

Why mortgage rates are going up while the Fed is cutting rates

The balance of power in the Indo-Pacific may depend on something as basic as concrete. As China fortifies its military airfields and expands the capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force, a new report highlights vulnerabilities in U.S. defenses that could shape future conflicts.

Report finds US airfields in Pacific vulnerable to Chinese threats

JetBlue confirmed two people were found dead in the wheel well of one of its planes the night of Monday, Jan. 6.

Two people found dead in landing gear of JetBlue flight

During the CES 2025 keynote, Nvidia announced the development of an AI supercomputer and AI for training robots and cars.

Nvidia reveals new AI supercomputer, technology to train robots

The Biden administration has finalized a rule that will ban medical debt from being included in credit reports.

Biden administration bans medical debt from credit reports

President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering an executive order that would limit regulations on gas-powered appliances, including gas stoves and heaters.

Trump weighing executive order to protect gas stoves: Report

A second winter storm threatens millions across the U.S., forecasted to bring lots of snow and ice to the South and Northeast.

Second winter storm threatens US, packing snow and ice

A federal judge found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court Monday for failing to turn over assets to satisfy a $148 million defamation judgment.

Federal judge holds Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court

President-elect Trump's team urges Merrick Garland to stop Jack Smith's report release, citing bias and unconstitutional appointment.

Trump requests Garland block Smith’s final report

At least 95 people are dead after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Tibet Tuesday morning.

At least 95 killed in 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Tibet

McDonald’s scales back some diversity programs

McDonald’s ends some DEI programs, cites Supreme Court ruling

Trump promised to pardon January 6th rioters in his second term with his critics warning the move would legitimize violence against democracy.

Trump vows to pardon January 6 rioters in ‘first hour’ of 2nd term

Meta is signaling its closeness to President-elect Trump by appointing his ally and UFC CEO Dana White to its Board of Directors.

Zuckerberg appoints UFC boss and Trump ally Dana White to Meta Board

Minnesota's legislature was tied on Election Day. But with one Democratic member unable to take a seat, Republicans plan to take the majority.

Minnesota Democrats threaten to stay home to protect tie in state House

A Louisiana man has died after contracting bird flu. The 65-year-old is the first person in the U.S. to die from the virus.

Louisiana man dies after contracting bird flu, marking first US death

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on aid to the rebel groups now governing Syria, marking a step toward supporting the Islamist rebels.

US eases restrictions on aid for new Syrian government

A new study exploring the harmful effects sugary drinks have on health reveals a global rise in diabetes and heart disease linked to regular consumption.

Sugary drinks tied to millions of diabetes, heart disease cases worldwide

U.S. officials warn against “Maneater” screwworm known to dig into open wounds

Texas officials on the watch for ‘maneater’ parasite after detection in Mexico

Google has a new team to advance artificial intelligence even further, possibly changing the game in simulation technology.

Google announces new AI dev team aimed at simulating the physical world