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Rafah Crossing Reopens - Limited Exodus Begins for Gaza

Israel and Egypt have agreed to a restricted reopening of Gaza’s Rafah border crossing allowing limited two way travel and urgent medical evacuations after months of closure, a fragile step in the ceasefire that could ease civilian suffering

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3.5 million - Pages in the Justice Department's latest Epstein files release

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"We're not savages" — Bad Bunny

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Rafah crossing reopens - Limited travel resumes after long closure

Israel and Egypt have agreed to a limited reopening of the Rafah border crossing after months of negotiation. The move allows restricted two‑way traffic and medical evacuations, but strict limits and security checks will shape who can leave.

Russian drone strike kills miners on bus - Dozens reported dead

Russian drone strikes have struck civilian transport in eastern and southeastern Ukraine, killing dozens of miners. Officials report multiple deadly attacks on buses and continue to accuse Moscow of targeting civilians amid stalled peace efforts.

US says it is ready to meet Iran - Diplomatic channels open

Diplomatic signals and stark warnings raise the risk of wider conflict between the US and Iran. Washington says it is ready to meet while Tehran's leadership warns that any US strike could trigger a regional war.

Justice Department dumps millions of Epstein files - New tranche released

The Justice Department published a large tranche of documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein, prompting fresh political fallout and legal motions. Victims' lawyers are pressing the courts and lawmakers for additional reviews and takedowns of sensitive material.

Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah - Defamation warning after Epstein joke

President Trump has threatened multiple lawsuits tied to recent public comments about him and the Epstein files, including attacks on media figures and commentary at awards shows. Legal threats amplify tensions over the new document releases.

Trump orders Kennedy Center closed for two years - Renovation plan announced

President Trump announced a two‑year closure of the Kennedy Center for extensive renovations, igniting backlash from artists and critics. Prominent cultural figures and family members of John F. Kennedy have publicly condemned the move.

Measles outbreak at Texas ICE center - Officials report active cases

Health officials confirmed measles infections at a Texas ICE family detention facility, prompting quarantine measures and a halt to all movement inside the center. The outbreak has raised concerns about conditions and oversight in family detention.

Federal agents who shot Alex Pretti identified - Names revealed

Federal scrutiny of immigration enforcement intensified after the shooting of a protester in Minneapolis. Authorities and media identified the agents involved, and the Department of Justice launched investigative steps amid heated political debate.

Federal government enters partial shutdown - Funding lapses

A partial federal government shutdown took effect after Congress failed to pass full appropriations. House leaders say they expect to reopen some funding, but partisan fights—especially over DHS and immigration—continue to stall a final deal.

Warsh Fed pick sparks metals selloff - Gold and silver plunge

Markets reacted sharply to President Trump's Federal Reserve nominee and other shocks, sending precious metals into a deep selloff. Investors scrambled as gold and silver plunged and analysts parsed implications for inflation and rates.

Slump in commodities rattles global markets - Metals lead decline

Commodity weakness and metal volatility rippled through global markets, prompting losses in equities across Europe and Asia. Investors awaited corporate earnings and central bank signals amid renewed risk aversion.

Oracle plans multibillion dollar raise - Equity and debt sale planned

Oracle announced aggressive fundraising to expand cloud capacity for AI clients, joining other firms racing to scale compute. The planned debt and equity raises are among the largest corporate financings of the year.

US boosts air defenses in Middle East - Forces repositioned

As tensions with Iran mount, the Pentagon is repositioning defenses in the Middle East while officials warn of strained interceptors and limited options for major strikes. Military planners are balancing deterrence and escalation risk.

CIA quietly builds footprint in Venezuela - US presence expands

Washington has quietly expanded activity in Venezuela while Caracas begins energy exports to the US. The political transition and prisoner releases highlight instability and shifting regional alignments.

Laura Fernández declared Costa Rica president - Right wing lead holds

Costa Rica's election produced a decisive victory for a center right populist with a tough law and order message. Early counts and projections show the handpicked successor leading as the country faces rising crime and political strain.

China orders move fast but obey rules on AI - Beijing sets strategy

China is pushing for AI leadership while also tightening rules for domestic firms, and tensions in tech trade and approvals complicate global supply chains. Chinese regulators and foreign firms face a complex policy mix.

Lord Mandelson quits Labour over Epstein links - Senior figure exits party

The Epstein files fallout has rippled into European politics with resignations and reputational damage for senior figures. New disclosures have prompted resignations, fresh scrutiny of royal links, and wider diplomatic consequences.

Israel says it will ban MSF from Gaza - Humanitarian operations cut

Humanitarian and legal tensions intensify in Gaza as Israel orders restrictions on some aid groups and strikes continued during a shaky ceasefire. Aid access, evacuations and civilian casualties remain central concerns.

Judge orders release of five year old held by ICE - Court rebukes detention

A federal judge ordered the release of a detained five‑year‑old and his father after outcry, prompting immediate returns and legal scrutiny of ICE detention practices. The case has become a focal point for critics of enforcement tactics.

Portland mayor demands ICE leave city - Federal agents criticized

Portland's mayor publicly demanded federal immigration agents leave the city after officers used tear gas against protesters, escalating tensions between local and federal authorities and spurring calls for resignations and investigations.

Police officer killed at Georgia hotel - Suspect arrested

A shooting at a Georgia hotel left one police officer dead and another critically wounded, prompting arrests and an ongoing local investigation. The incident has raised questions about officer safety during routine calls.

Bomb cyclone brings bitter cold and snow to the Southeast - Storm slams region

A powerful winter bomb cyclone hammered the US South and East, leaving widespread power outages and unusual side effects like frozen iguanas falling from trees in Florida. Utilities and rescue services scrambled to respond.

Democrat wins Texas special election - GOP majority erodes

A string of surprising special and state elections have strengthened Democratic momentum in traditionally Republican areas. The results are forcing GOP strategists to reassess ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Zelenskyy says new peace talks to resume in Abu Dhabi - Trilateral meeting set

Diplomacy around Ukraine continues with new rounds of trilateral talks scheduled in Abu Dhabi as leaders seek a path to reduce fighting. Negotiations and ceasefire mechanics remain fragile amid ongoing strikes.

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"The Grammy Awards are the WORST, virtually unwatchable! CBS is lucky not to have this garbage litter their airwaves any longer. The host, Trevor Noah, whoever he may be, is almost as bad as Jimmy Kimmel at the Low Ratings Academy Awards. Noah said, INCORRECTLY about me, that Donald Trump and Bill Clinton spent time on Epstein Island.…"