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Dozens arrested: NBA stars and mob swept up in nationwide gambling takedown

Federal authorities arrested more than 30 people in a sweeping FBI operation that charged NBA players coaches and organized crime figures for illegal sports betting and rigged poker rings. The bust exposes high tech cheating and threatens league integrity.

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300M - Price tag for President Trump's White House ballroom

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"We're going to kill them" — President Donald Trump

SPX 6,738 ↑ 0.58% Dow 46,735 ↑ 0.31% Nasdaq 22,942 ↑ 0.89% Gold 4,129 ↓ 0.40% BTC 110,780 ↑ 0.60%

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Dozens arrested - NBA figures and mob swept up in nationwide gambling takedown

Federal authorities executed a sweeping takedown of an alleged mafia linked illegal gambling network that ensnared current and former NBA figures. The arrests expose high tech cheating and raise questions about inside information leaking from professional sports.

East Wing demolished - Trump clears space for private White House ballroom

Construction crews have demolished the White House East Wing as President Trump moves forward with a privately funded ballroom project. The project has drawn scrutiny over cost, donor lists and historic preservation.

Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao - Clemency granted

President Trump granted clemency to Changpeng Zhao the Binance founder a move that reignited controversy over his ties to crypto industry figures and raised conflict of interest concerns in Washington.

US sanctions Russia oil giants - New penalties target Rosneft and Lukoil

The US slapped new sanctions on Russia's largest oil companies and allies reacted as markets spiked. Buyers including China signaled reduced purchases while oil prices jumped amid fears for Russian revenue streams.

Alaska Airlines grounds flights - IT outage halts operations nationwide

Alaska Airlines suffered a major IT outage that forced a nationwide ground stop disrupting thousands of passengers. Airlines and regulators scrambled to contain fallout as flights were cancelled across the United States.

Senate fails to pass pay bill - Federal workers remain unpaid amid shutdown

Lawmakers failed to pass measures to protect pay for federal workers as the government shutdown continued, raising the prospect of missed paychecks and disruptions to critical benefits including SNAP for millions of Americans.

US military buildup near Venezuela - Strikes on alleged drug boats expand

The US military has intensified operations targeting alleged drug trafficking vessels near Venezuela and signaled it could expand strikes ashore. The movements included bomber flights that raised regional tensions and diplomatic pushback.

DOJ warns California Democrats - Stand down or face prosecution over threats

The Justice Department formally warned California officials and prominent Democrats to cease threats to arrest federal agents amid heated clashes over immigration enforcement. The DOJ letter underscored legal consequences for obstruction of federal duties.

Border Patrol chief accused - Alleged tear gas breach of restraining order

Senior Border Patrol and CBP commanders face accusations of violating court orders after footage showed tear gas used against protesters and residents. Allegations sparked local outrage and multiple legal complaints over federal tactics in US cities.

Big rig plows into cars in California - Video shows deadly pileup

A series of deadly semi truck crashes has renewed scrutiny of commercial driver screening and licensing when drivers involved were later found to be undocumented. Officials are calling for tighter rules and federal reviews.

Ukraine urges EU to use frozen Russian cash - Leaders mull new funding plan

Europe and NATO responded to Russian military moves as Ukraine sought EU backing for loans using frozen Russian assets. Baltic nations reported incursions and NATO scrambled jets underscoring elevated tensions on the alliance's eastern flank.

Trump finalizes ANWR drilling plan - Arctic refuge reopened to oil and gas

The Trump administration finalized plans to open parts of Alaska including the Arctic refuge to oil and gas development, reversing prior restrictions and reigniting environmental and native rights debates.

Intel stock rises after strong earnings - CEO touts AI demand

Intel posted stronger than expected results sending the stock higher as the company highlighted AI driven demand. Analysts signaled the chipmaker's recovery could help ease broader market fears about tech slowdowns.

Target to cut 1,800 corporate jobs - Retailer trims management ranks

Retail giant Target is cutting hundreds to thousands of corporate roles as it seeks to streamline decision making and restore growth after stagnant sales. The job cuts mark one of the company's largest restructurings in years.

Transportation secretary warns of delays - FAA staffing shortfalls amid shutdown

Officials warn the government shutdown and staffing gaps may affect air travel with air traffic control strains and FAA worker shortfalls. Transportation leaders cautioned that flight delays and cancellations could rise if funding remains unresolved.

FBI releases new Jan 6 pipe bomb suspect video - Authorities seek public help

The FBI released fresh surveillance footage related to pipe bombs placed near Jan 6 protests seeking public assistance in identifying the suspect. The release aims to spur tips that could break the long running investigation.

Tropical Storm Melissa strengthens - System may become a major hurricane

Tropical Storm Melissa intensified rapidly in the Caribbean prompting hurricane warnings. Forecasters warned of catastrophic rainfall and flooding across islands and coastal areas as the storm strengthened toward major hurricane status.

Alabama executes man by nitrogen gas - Controversial method used in 1993 murder case

Alabama carried out an execution using nitrogen hypoxia a method drawing sharp criticism from some Supreme Court justices. The case renewed debate over the humanity and legality of the execution method.

Zelensky touts homegrown 'Flamingo' missile test - Kyiv showcases new strike capability

Ukraine showcased a domestically developed cruise missile as Russia launched drone barrages across Ukrainian territory. European allies moved to match US sanctions tightening the economic squeeze on Moscow.

Prosecutors hesitant to charge Adam Schiff - Evidence gaps slow probe

Prosecutors signaled they currently lack enough evidence to advance a criminal case against Sen Adam Schiff slowing a high profile probe. Multiple reports say the investigation has stalled amid evidentiary hurdles.

Hacked shufflers exposed - How card machines were tampered in mob poker ring

Authorities detailed how high tech devices were used to cheat at underground poker games fueling a nationwide mob linked gambling operation. Reports show shufflers X ray tables and special lenses made large scale fraud possible.

Trump calls off San Francisco surge - Deployment paused after outreach

President Trump halted plans to send a federal surge of agents to San Francisco after pressure from the mayor and tech leaders. The move pauses a contentious enforcement plan that had sparked protests and legal threats.

Chicago to log ICE encounters - Commission will record alleged abuses

Chicago and Illinois officials moved to document and scrutinize federal immigration operations after aggressive enforcement activity in the city. Schools and local leaders sought protections and accountability for alleged abuses.

Asia Pacific markets rise ahead of Trump Xi meeting - Investors eye trade talks

Markets and governments readied for high level talks as President Trump prepares to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at APEC. Officials signaled a renewed push to scrutinize China trade commitments while markets priced in potential deals.