Now
Coal Powers Grid Through Winter Storm... + NASA's Moon Rocket Fueled: Will It Leak Again? + Man With Shotgun Rushes Capitol—Arrested...Guiding Principles: US and Iran Report Breakthrough in Geneva Nuclear Talks
Diplomats from the United States and Iran said negotiators reached guiding principles in Geneva aimed at constraining Iran’s nuclear program as both sides agreed to continue talks despite regional tensions and a partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Number
11 - Number of people killed in US strikes on alleged drug boats
Quote
"I am awaiting your call" — President Donald Trump
SPX 6,843 ↑ 0.10% Dow 49,533 ↑ 0.07% Nasdaq 22,578 ↑ 0.14% Gold 4,921 ↑ 0.31% BTC 67,419 ↓ 0.08%
24 Hours
Avalanche Strikes Sierra Nevada - 10 Skiers Missing
A powerful Sierra Nevada avalanche has buried backcountry skiers and triggered a large scale search and rescue operation across the Truckee Lake Tahoe area. Officials report multiple people missing and dozens of rescuers battling worsening weather to reach victims.
Glove DNA Yields No Matches In Guthrie Abduction
Investigators probing the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie continue searches and forensic work. DNA recovered from gloves has produced no database matches, while police deploy specialized gear including a 'signal sniffer' and review camera evidence.
US Forces Sink Three Drug Boats Killing 11
US Southern Command reports lethal strikes on suspected drug smuggling vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean. Officials say three boats were hit and a total of 11 people were killed as part of an intensified anti narco maritime campaign.
US And Iran Report Progress In Geneva Nuclear Talks
Diplomats report incremental progress between US and Iranian negotiators in Geneva as talks aim to constrain Tehran's nuclear program. The negotiations produced so called guiding principles while Iran briefly restricted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz during talks.
US Releases Evidence Of Alleged Secret Chinese Nuclear Test
Washington publicly released new seismic and intelligence data alleging China conducted a secret nuclear detonation. US officials presented files and analysis pointing to a 2020 test, escalating tensions over Beijing's past activities.
Man Arrested After Charging Capitol With Loaded Shotgun
Security officials intercepted an armed suspect who ran toward the U.S. Capitol carrying a loaded shotgun and wearing a tactical vest. The quick arrest prompted a temporary lockdown and renewed concern over Capitol security procedures.
Massive Sewage Spill Fouls Potomac River For Months
A catastrophic sewage spill into the Potomac River has become both an environmental disaster and a political flashpoint. Local and federal officials trade blame as cleanup needs mount and the White House offers federal assistance conditional on local requests.
Partial DHS Shutdown Enters Fourth Day With No Deal
Negotiations to reopen DHS funding are stalled as a partial department shutdown continues. The agency's combative public affairs chief Tricia McLaughlin is stepping down amid the funding fight and public backlash over enforcement tactics.
Judge Rules Kilmar Abrego Garcia Cannot Be Re Detained
A federal judge ruled that ICE cannot re detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia after his wrongful deportation, citing limits on detention authority and lack of a removal plan. The decision complicates the administration's immigration enforcement posture.
UN Experts Say Epstein Abuses May Amount To Crimes Against Humanity
Fresh scrutiny of Jeffrey Epstein's network intensifies as UN experts say allegations could meet crimes against humanity thresholds and state lawmakers open probes into Epstein properties. Lawmakers seek intelligence records tied to Epstein associates.
Pentagon Mulls Labeling Anthropic A Supply Chain Risk
Tensions between the Pentagon and AI companies simmer as officials consider supply chain risks tied to Anthropic and probe partnerships that involve Palantir. Anthropic's cloud compute cost forecasts to major providers spotlight the economics of large AI models.
Meta Strikes Multiyear Deal To Buy Millions Of Nvidia Chips
Major cloud and AI infrastructure deals accelerate as Meta commits to a multibillion Nvidia purchase to power its AI build out. The pact underscores widening reliance on Nvidia chips across big tech and the growing race for AI compute capacity.
YouTube Suffers Widespread Outage Affecting Millions
YouTube experienced a widespread outage that left feeds and homepages inaccessible for millions of users, generating large scale outage reports. The disruption affected multiple platform features and prompted platform status checks.
Bayer Proposes 7.25 Billion Settlement Over Roundup Claims
Bayer moved to settle thousands of Roundup cancer claims with a multibillion dollar proposal intended to resolve current and future litigation. The tentative deal aims to end one of the industry's longest running product liability fights.
Peru Congress Removes Interim President José Jerí
Peru's political crisis deepened as Congress voted to remove the interim president amid corruption allegations, marking another rapid shift in the country's leadership. The move escalates instability ahead of national elections.
ICE Plans To Deport Hospitalized 2 Month Old Amid Outcry
Controversy erupted after ICE moved to deport or detain families while infants required hospital care. The cases have drawn lawmakers and advocates into a heated debate over humanitarian obligations and detention policies.
Wave Of Subpoenas Issued As Trump DOJ Revisits 2016 Probe
The Justice Department issued a fresh wave of subpoenas tied to probes connected to the 2016 election and recent election related actions. New filings show broad investigative activity by federal prosecutors and inquiries into election materials.
Groups Sue Over Trump Order To Remove Corrosive Ideology From Parks
Conservation groups and historians sued the administration over executive orders and actions that critics say whitewash history and censor national park exhibits. Lawsuits name agencies over removals including the Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument.
Air Force One Fleet To Receive Trump Approved Red White And Blue Scheme
The Air Force will repaint the presidential and executive fleet in the president's preferred red white and blue scheme, replacing the Kennedy era colors. The cosmetic overhaul has sparked debate about preserving historical design versus presidential preference.
Palantir Moves Headquarters From Denver To Miami
Palantir announced it is relocating its headquarters from Denver to Miami citing protests and vandalism as contributing factors. The move is part of a broader trend of tech companies shifting headquarters for operational and political reasons.
Civil Rights Icon Jesse Jackson Dies At 84
The nation mourns the passing of Rev Jesse Jackson whose decades of civil rights advocacy left a contested but undeniable legacy. Tributes and reflections poured in from political leaders and activists across the spectrum.
Hamas Urges Trump's Board Of Peace To Stop Shelling In Gaza
Regional diplomacy and peace initiatives face tests as Israel advances West Bank measures and international actors balk at a US led oversight board for Gaza reconstruction. Mexico and the Vatican decline participation while Hamas presses for protections.
NASA Sets New Date For Artemis II Fueling Test
NASA prepares for a second attempt at a crucial Artemis II wet dress rehearsal after fixing earlier fuel leaks. The agency hopes new tanking tests will clear remaining issues ahead of the crewed lunar mission program.
US Plans To Deploy More Missile Launchers To Philippines
The Pentagon is repositioning forces regionally with deployments and carrier movements amid diplomatic negotiations and rising tensions. Plans include more missile launchers to the Philippines and carrier movements toward Iran while US troops deploy overseas for missions.
POTUS LATEST
"Our MASSIVE Trade Deal with Japan has just launched! Japan is now officially, and financially, moving forward with the FIRST set of Investments under its $550 BILLION Dollar Commitment to invest in the United States of America — part of our Historic Trade Deal to REVITALIZE the American Industrial Base, create HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS of…"