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QinetiQ to align US business with Trump's defense priorities

British defence and security group QinetiQ said on Tuesday it is aligning its U.S. business to the administration's priorities, after President Donald Trump's recent call for sweeping changes to America's defense industry.

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Jan 20 • 3:00 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
From Las Vegas to the Potomac: Maryland Targets Second U.S. Sphere at National Harbor

Discover the ambitious Sphere venue planned for National Harbor, Maryland. This high-tech entertainment hub promises to transform the region's economy.

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Jan 19 • 8:01 PM EST • Entertainment • washingtoninformer.com
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Bishop Burbidge outlines Christian approach to mental health amid ‘staggering’ crisis

A U.S. bishop is highlighting the nation’s growing mental health crisis, while pointing to the “divine medicine” offered by Christ through the work of the Church. On Jan. 19, Bishop…

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Jan 19 • 5:33 PM EST • Health • osvnews.com
Top U.S. Catholic cardinals urge Trump administration to use moral compass in foreign policy

In a joint statement, Cardinals Blase Cupich of Chicago, Robert McElroy of Washington and Joseph Tobin of Newark, N.J., warned that without a moral vision, the current debate over Washington's foreign policy was mired in “polarization, partisanship, and narrow economic and social interests.”

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Jan 19 • 5:22 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launching study on cellphone radiation

Study builds on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s claims linking them to both cancer and neurological damage

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Jan 19 • 1:52 PM EST • Health • deseret.com
U.S. Secretary of War Hegseth Pledges to “Sledgehammer” Small Business Assistance Program Calling it Government’s “Oldest DEI Program”

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced plans to “sledgehammer” the 8(a) Program, a federal contracting program aimed at assisting socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners, calling it “the oldest DEI program in the federal government.” Established in 1978, the 8(a) program is run by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), a federal agency, […]

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Jan 19 • 10:54 AM EST • Business • esgtoday.com
Marijuana's Restrictive Federal Classification Isn't Supported By Science, New Study Concludes

Marijuana and other drugs are not as dangerous as laws written half a century ago say they are, according to a new scientific review. Since the passage of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) in 1970, U.S. drug laws have been dictated by rigid categories that supposedly reflect the dangers posed by different substances—but the new […]

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Jan 19 • 9:46 AM EST • Science • marijuanamoment.net
Business air travel is back, and that’s good news for this airline

United is seen reporting higher revenue in a quarter marred by the U.S. government shutdown. An uptick in business travel is a welcome boost for the year ahead.

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Jan 19 • 9:00 AM EST • Business • marketwatch.com
Sphere announces plans for second US venue on east coast

Sphere Entertainment has announced plans to develop a second U.S. Sphere venue on the east coast.

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Jan 19 • 8:43 AM EST • Entertainment • fox5vegas.com
U.S. lawmakers wrap reassurance tour in Denmark as tensions around Greenland grow

A bipartisan congressional delegation traveled to Denmark to try to deescalate rising tensions. Just as they were finishing, President Trump announced new tariffs on the country until it agrees to his plan of acquiring Greenland.

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Jan 19 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Former AMA president says the U.S. health care system will implode without an overhaul

In an interview, Aidoc's Jesse Ehrenfeld talks about how AI tools can help health systems overcome staffing shortages.

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Jan 19 • 4:30 AM EST • Health • statnews.com
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Inequality and Unease Are Rising as Elite Davos Event Opens With Pro-Business Trump Set to Attend

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Corporate chiefs and government leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump swarm into Davos, Switzerland this week, joining an elite annual meeting that promotes dialogue and economic progress — even as a domineering tone from Washington has upended the global order and ...

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Jan 19 • 1:45 AM EST • Business • usnews.com
Sphere to build venue in Maryland akin to Las Vegas facility

The second U.S. location for Sphere Entertainment will be built in Maryland, according to the governor's office.

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Jan 18 • 9:36 PM EST • Entertainment • wbaltv.com
Here's why Walmart still doesn't support Apple Pay

Walmart still doesn’t accept Apple Pay (or any NFC tap-to-pay) in U.S. stores. Here are a few reasons why it doesn't.

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Jan 18 • 2:58 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Joe Montgomery, Who Made Bicycles Lighter, Dies at 86

A founder of Cannondale, he was among the first in the U.S. to mass-produce bikes frames out of large-diameter aluminum tubes, replacing heavier steel.

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Jan 18 • 2:21 PM EST • Technology • nytimes.com
Why is flu season so bad this year?

Flu season in the U.S. is particularly bad this year, and a new branch of the flu family tree may be to blame.

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Jan 18 • 11:00 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
Who is Barry Moore? Trump’s Alabama US Senate pick is an early supporter with political roots

If Moore is elected, both of Alabama's U.S. Senators will be from Enterprise, Sen. Katie Britt's hometown.

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Jan 18 • 10:54 AM EST • Politics • al.com
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Why Connecting With Others is Good For Your Health

By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay ReporterSUNDAY, Jan. 18, 2026 (HealthDay News) — A third of U.S. adults are lonely, and a quarter lack social and emotional support — and research underscores that’s just not healthy. "Humans are a social species. We are highly dependent on others from birth," said

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Jan 18 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • usnews.com
Truist Reduces PT on Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT) from $280 to $260, Reiterates ‘Buy’ Rating

Flutter Entertainment plc (NYSE:FLUT) is one of the best stocks to buy right now. On January 13, 2026, Truist reduced its price target on Flutter Entertainment plc (NYSE:FLUT) from $280 to $260, while reiterating a ‘Buy’ rating. While previewing 2026 for the U.S. gaming sector, the firm discussed the challenges from the previous year, including […]

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Jan 18 • 6:16 AM EST • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Concerns about big business grow

Americans still see big government as the biggest threat to the country’s future, but fewer feel that way than a decade ago. A new Gallup poll shows 57% of U.S. adults say big government poses the greatest threat. That number has dropped sharply from nearly 70% between 2013 and 2016. At the same time, concern… MoreConcerns about big business grow

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Jan 18 • 4:49 AM EST • Business • fingerlakes1.com
Trump encourages Rep. Julia Letlow to primary Sen. Bill Cassidy

Letlow has previously said she hasn't decided if she would run for U.S. Senate in Louisiana.

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Jan 17 • 11:05 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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How Colorado Springs became the center of America’s evangelical political power

Once known as “Jesus Springs,” Colorado Springs helped shape modern evangelical politics in the U.S. Historian William Schultz explains how faith, military power and culture wars converged in the city and why that influence eventually faded.

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Jan 17 • 11:00 PM EST • Politics • cpr.org
Trump urges Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow to run for U.S. Senate: ‘Run, Julia, Run!”

Trump referred to Letlow as a “Highly Respected America First Congresswoman” and said she is “Great Star, has been from the very beginning, and only gets better!”

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Jan 17 • 10:24 PM EST • Politics • nola.com
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Sphere Entertainment, the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies Announce Intent to Develop a Sphere at National Harbor

National Harbor, Maryland Would Become Second U.S. Location For Sphere And First To Utilize Smaller-Scale Venue Design Model Project Would Receive Approximately $200 Million In State, Local, And Private Incentives Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR ), the State of Maryland, Prince George’s County, and Peterson Companies announced today their intent to develop a new Sphere venue – which would be the second in the U.S. and first to utilize a smaller-scale design model – at National Harbor, a premier destination in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The addition of Sphere would create a new Maryland landmark that drives significant economic, cultural and community benefits for the County, State, and region, and provides unparalleled immersive experiences powered by advanced technologies. “Our focus has always been on creating a global network of Spheres across forward-looking cities,” said James L. Dolan, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Sphere Entertainment.

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Jan 17 • 7:00 PM EST • Entertainment • investor.sphereentertainmentco.com
The State Department’s secret playbook for using sports to advance Trump’s agenda

American diplomats are hoping the World Cup and Olympics can restore their influence shaping U.S. foreign policy.

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Jan 17 • 4:01 PM EST • Sports • politico.com
AP analysis shows 10% of U.S. House members have announced they're not running for reelection

Dozens of U.S. House members have announced they are not running for reelection. Some are seeking other offices, while others are retiring after decades of service.

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Jan 17 • 2:01 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
Trump announces tariffs on European countries opposing Greenland takeover

The move escalates tensions between the U.S. and longtime allies that have been sending Trump a message that the territory of Denmark is not for sale.

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Jan 17 • 12:24 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Trump says he never offered Fed chair job to JPMorgan's Dimon

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said he never offered to nominate JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon for the job of Federal Reserve chair, contradicting a report this week.

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Jan 17 • 11:43 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
The weak business case for Trump acquiring Greenland: a $1 trillion price tag and few returns for two decades

An annexation of Greenland would be the largest geographic acquisition in U.S. history—but financial rewards would be a long time coming.

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Jan 17 • 9:00 AM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Lemley, Giaccio Podium at Intermountain Health Freestyle International presented by Stifel at Waterville

Stifel U.S. Ski Team athletes Liz Lemley and Olivia Giaccio went two-three at the Intermountain Health Freestyle Cup presented by Stifel at Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, stepping on the podium in front of friends and family in the last Azerbaijan FIS World Cup before the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina.

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Jan 17 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • usskiandsnowboard.org
Takeaways from Tallahassee — Greatest Silver Jubilee On Earth

'Today, The Ringling is one of the largest university-based art museums in the U.S.'

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Jan 17 • 6:00 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Trump Announces Members for Gaza ‘Board of Peace,’ Including Rubio and Kushner

The president also tapped a U.S. general to lead an international peacekeeping force that will be deployed to disarm Hamas and occupy Gaza.

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Jan 16 • 8:06 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Health needs, insurance woes compound fears for Minnesota families amid ICE operations

Health care providers say the Twin Cities immigration enforcement surge is leading people to cancel doctor’s appointments and delay treatments even if they’re U.S. citizens or have other legal status in the country. Fears of losing health insurance are also mounting.

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Jan 16 • 5:54 PM EST • Health • mprnews.org
'Staring over the edge': South Carolina measles outbreak doubles within a week

More than 500 people are in a 21-day quarantine and about 200 are "actively infected." The largest current outbreak in the U.S. has spread to at least three other states.

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Jan 16 • 5:33 PM EST • Health • nbcnews.com
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Homeland Security audits Hennepin Healthcare employee records

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is auditing Hennepin Healthcare’s employment records, causing fear among employees that the agency is looking for undocumented workers.

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Jan 16 • 3:10 PM EST • Health • sahanjournal.com
Lina Teixeira won’t seek re-election, Sam Wilson expected to file to replace her

Wilson is currently a staffer for U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna.

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Jan 16 • 1:55 PM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
U.S. Lawmakers Meet With Danish Prime Minister on Greenland

Seeking to calm tensions, Republicans and Democrats affirmed that they supported Denmark’s control of Greenland as President Trump vowed to buy it or take it over.

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Jan 16 • 12:15 PM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
Former U.S. Senate staffer Aileen Rodriguez to challenge Joshua Wostal

'I see an opportunity to bring common sense and decency to our County Commission.'

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Jan 16 • 11:49 AM EST • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Trump Threatens to Hit Countries that Oppose His Greenland Takeover With Tariffs

The president said the U.S. needs to take control of the territory to protect U.S. national security.

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Jan 16 • 11:06 AM EST • Politics • wsj.com
Who's raising the most money in the wide open Wisconsin governor race?

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley lead their primaries for governor in fundraising heading into 2026, new reports show.

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Jan 16 • 10:55 AM EST • Politics • jsonline.com
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New Texas poll finds Talarico leading Crockett by 9 points in Senate Democratic primary

Texas’ Senate Republican primary, meanwhile, looks headed for a runoff. The survey found U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in a dead heat against Attorney General Ken Paxton, with neither eclipsing 30%.

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Jan 16 • 9:45 AM EST • Politics • houstonpublicmedia.org
Small Minneapolis businesses hit hard by ICE crackdown, while corporations stay silent

Up and down Lake Street in the heavily Latino area of south Minneapolis, numerous mom-and-pop restaurants have hung up signs that say "No ICE," referring to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials who have been conducting frequent raids in the area. The federal actions have also prompted thousands in the streets to protest after ICE agents killed 37-year-old Renee Good in her vehicle last week.

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Jan 16 • 6:07 AM EST • Business • reuters.com
U.S. Court Order Against Anna's Archive Spells More Trouble for the Site * TorrentFreak

Anna’s Archive is having a rough month. Following mysterious .org and .se domain suspensions, it is now facing a permanent injunction.

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Jan 16 • 4:48 AM EST • Technology • torrentfreak.com
Rockford small business owners weigh in as U.S. Chamber outlines economic outlook for 2026

As national business leaders gathered in Washinton D.C Thursday for the 2026 State of American Business Address, the message says the future of American business must be growth oriented, market driven and future focused.

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Jan 15 • 11:21 PM EST • Business • wifr.com
Riney: Better health should be Michigan’s next big investment

Did you know life expectancy in Detroit is lower than in parts of Mexico — even though the U.S. spends more than twice as much per person on healthcare?

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Jan 15 • 8:00 PM EST • Health • detroitnews.com
Congress passes bill to fund U.S. science agencies, rebuffing Trump’s requested cuts

The Senate voted to provide billions more to NASA, NOAA and the National Science Foundation than the president had asked for.

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Jan 15 • 7:12 PM EST • Science • nbcnews.com
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Kirk Nahra Authors an Article on "Privacy and Security Law for Business Lawyers"

WilmerHale Partner Kirk Nahra examines the expanding and increasingly complex patchwork of U.S. privacy and security regulations in his recently published article, “Privacy and Security Law for Business Lawyers.”

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Jan 15 • 7:00 PM EST • Business • wilmerhale.com
US Health Department to Launch Study on Cellphone Radiation

Jan 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department ‌of Health and Human Services ‌will launch a study on cellphone radiation, a department spokesman said on Thursday, building on Secretary ‍Robert F. Kennedy Jr's criticism linking them to neurological damage and cancer. Last year, ⁠the department said 22 ...

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Jan 15 • 6:52 PM EST • Health • usnews.com
WATCH: Trump was 'simply joking' about canceling the election, Leavitt says

Asked about a comment President Donald Trump made earlier this week about canceling U.S. midterm elections, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said "he was speaking facetiously."

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Jan 15 • 6:41 PM EST • Politics • pbs.org
US Senate passes bill to boost federal science spending after White House sought major cuts

The U.S. Senate voted on Thursday to approve billions of dollars in funding for federal science agencies, rejecting deep cuts proposed by President Donald Trump in space and other areas.

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Jan 15 • 6:17 PM EST • Science • reuters.com
Former Ukrainian PM accused of bribing politicians with US dollars to weaken Zelenskyy's government

Ukrainian authorities seized stacks of U.S. dollars during raids targeting former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko, who allegedly planned to bribe lawmakers

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Jan 15 • 6:02 PM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
US names major sporting events other than World Cup, Olympics exempt from Trump visa ban

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has identified a host of athletic competitions it classifies as “major sporting events” — aside from soccer's 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games — that athletes and coaches will be allowed to travel to the U.S. to take part in despite a broad visa...

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Jan 15 • 5:53 PM EST • Sports • wral.com
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Big problems in a big world : The NPR Politics Podcast

Between pledging support for protesters in Iran, calling once again for the U.S. annexation of Greenland, and meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, it's been a busy week for President Trump on the global stage. We look at why the White House wants to be involved in so many geopolitical issues despite the president's campaign pledges to be less invested in global affairs, and what outcomes the Trump administration wants in each location.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.

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Jan 15 • 3:50 PM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Opinion | Fear is bad for business. Minnesota leaders can’t stay silent.

"When a 17-year-old U.S. citizen is reportedly removed from his job because of the color of his skin and a major employer offers no response, people notice," the authors write.

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Jan 15 • 3:44 PM EST • Business • startribune.com
From the Galápagos to the Deep Sea, Cal Academy Scientists Describe 72 New Species

Academy researchers identified 72 species new to science in 2025, including the newly recognized Galápagos lava heron, a shy deep-sea fish, and a rare sunflower relative found in a U.S. national park.

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Jan 15 • 3:00 PM EST • Science • kqed.org
Cook Political Report shifts New York's U.S. House race ratings more Democratic

The biggest two changes from Cook's ratings back in November involve Republican Rep. Mike Lawler and Democratic Rep. Laura Gillen in the 4th District.

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Jan 15 • 2:34 PM EST • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
DDA Sets Matt Andrée Wiltens as SVP of Entertainment & Strategy, Ryan Smith as Film & Series Director

DDA has hired Matt Andrée Wiltens as SVP of U.S. entertainment and strategy and Ryan Smith as director of U.S. film and series

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Jan 15 • 1:30 PM EST • Entertainment • thewrap.com
Is the U.S. Losing Ground in Science?

Concern is growing that the U.S. is losing ground in scientific achievements compared to other countries, according to a new poll from Pew Research Center. The vast majority of Americans said it is important for the U.S. to be a leader in scientific achievements, but Republicans and Democrats were ...

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Jan 15 • 12:27 PM EST • Science • usnews.com
Olympic sports weekend preview: Lindsey Vonn in Italy, last U.S. Olympic spots up for grabs
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Jan 15 • 11:13 AM EST • Sports • nbcsports.com
U.S. Cuts Health Aid and Ties It to Funding Pledges by African Governments

The Trump administration has signed $11 billion in agreements with African nations, in deals tied to foreign policy goals.

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Jan 15 • 10:59 AM EST • Health • nytimes.com
Roundup: LNG deal / Mardi Gras politics / Verizon outage

Agreement with Saudis: Saudi Aramco has signed a long-term LNG supply deal with Commonwealth LNG for 1 million metric tons annually, with an option to double volumes. The agreement moves the proposed Cameron export terminal closer to a final investment decision as Aramco expands its U.S. natural gas footprint. Read more from Reuters. Parade throws: […]

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Jan 15 • 10:56 AM EST • Politics • businessreport.com
CineBlock Launches Entertainment Investment Marketplace, Opening Film and Media Ownership to Everyday Fans

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 15, 2026 / CineBlock, a U.S.-based financial technology company, has launched CineBlock Films™, its SEC-approved investment marketplace, this month. The platform will allow fans and retail investors to take ...

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Jan 15 • 10:00 AM EST • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
The Earth keeps getting hotter, and Americans' trust in science is on a down trend

A Pew Research poll shows partisan split over U.S. scientific leadership, with Democrats far more concerned about losing ground than Republicans.

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Jan 15 • 10:00 AM EST • Science • latimes.com
Americans Overwhelmingly Support Science, but Some Think the U.S. Is Lagging Behind: Pew

A new report finds that a majority of Americans think the U.S. should be a world leader in science, but Democrats increasingly believe other countries are catching up

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Jan 15 • 10:00 AM EST • Science • scientificamerican.com
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Do Americans Think the Country Is Losing or Gaining Ground in Science?

Republicans and Democrats agree that it’s important the U.S. is a world leader in science, but sharply diverge on how the U.S. is faring.

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Jan 15 • 9:55 AM EST • Science • pewresearch.org
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Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to put down protests in Minneapolis

President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to invoke the rarely used federal law to deploy the U.S. military or federalize the National Guard for domestic law enforcement, over the objections of state governors.

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Jan 15 • 9:29 AM EST • Politics • pbs.org
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The State of the Science 1 Year On: Academia and Research

The past year was a shock to the U.S. higher education system. The coming year may see even more jolts.

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Jan 15 • 8:59 AM EST • Science • eos.org
New Trump Funding Cuts to Cause ‘Catastrophic’ Effect on Mental Health Services Across Tennessee

President Trump terminates SAMSA grants, cutting $2 billion in federal funding for addiction, homelessness, and mental illness programs across the U.S.

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Jan 15 • 7:02 AM EST • Health • nashvillebanner.com
FBI Search Journalist's Home, U.S. Greenland Talks, Mental Health Funding : Up First from NPR

The FBI searches the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a leak investigation, raising concerns among press advocates about an escalation against press freedom.U.S. talks with Denmark and Greenland end without a deal on Greenland’s future, but a new working group forms as allies push back on President Trump’s security-driven claims.And after widespread confusion and backlash, the Trump administration reverses course and restores roughly $2 billion in funding for mental health and addiction programs nationwide.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today’s episode of Up First was edited by Emily Kopp, Rebekah Metzler, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Kaity Kline, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Our deputy Executive Producer is Kelley Dickens.

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Jan 15 • 5:57 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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What Teddy Roosevelt has to do with Trump's moves in Venezuela and Greenland

Presidents James Monroe and Theodore Roosevelt helped shape a policy that rationalizes U.S. intervention in Latin America and elsewhere. But Trump has brought that idea to a whole new level.

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Jan 15 • 5:00 AM EST • Politics • npr.org
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Minnesota business owners feeling the effects of ICE enforcement actions

Immigrant-owned businesses across the state are closing or reducing their hours because staff members, even those who are in the U.S. legally, are worried about being profiled and detained by federal ICE and CBP agents.

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Jan 15 • 5:00 AM EST • Business • mprnews.org
Near-record share of Americans see big business as greatest threat to U.S.

The perceived threat of business tends to rise in recessions — although the U.S. is not currently in one.

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Jan 15 • 4:01 AM EST • Business • axios.com
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The health care debate is back in Washington. It never really went away

The ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever.

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Jan 15 • 12:08 AM EST • Health • seattletimes.com
The health care debate is back in Washington. It never really went away

The ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever. Since President Harry Truman's failed attempt to establish a national health care program in 1945, every president has grappled with the government's role in health care.

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Jan 15 • 12:07 AM EST • Health • apnews.com
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The health care debate is back in Washington. It never really went away

The ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever

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Jan 15 • 12:07 AM EST • Health • abcnews.go.com
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Rubio's leadership is similar to Churchill, political analyst says

The ‘Fox News @ Night’ panel reacts to Iran’s foreign minister dismissing claims of high death tolls as the potential for U.S. intervention looms.

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Jan 14 • 11:59 PM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
Perceived Threat From Big Business Growing

A reduced majority of Americans view "big government" as most threatening to the future of the U.S., while a near record-high 37% say "big business" is.

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Jan 14 • 7:00 PM EST • Business • news.gallup.com
Vance's 2028 head start: From the Politics Desk

Plus, Greenland resists U.S takeover as Trump ramps up pressure.

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Jan 14 • 6:21 PM EST • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Trump administration abruptly cancels grants for NH mental health providers and school districts

NAMI New Hampshire and the Concord and Manchester school districts received letters announcing the termination of grants through the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

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Jan 14 • 5:50 PM EST • Health • nhpr.org
Trump administration slashes grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs

The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, SAMHSA, lost around $1.9 billion in federal grants, which were abruptly terminated on Tuesday, a source said.

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Jan 14 • 4:00 PM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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Health Catalyst, Veeva Systems, 8x8, Amplitude, and DocuSign Stocks Trade Down, What You Need To Know

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after tech stocks pulled back as reports surfaced that Chinese customs authorities blocked Nvidia's H200 AI chips, effectively halting their entry despite recent U.S. export approvals.

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Jan 14 • 3:06 PM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
UCR awarded $4 million for civic engagement science initiative

UCR's School of Public Policy has received a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to fund a four-year initiative aimed at improving civic engagement and public policy discourse with a focus on science-based policies.

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Jan 14 • 2:32 PM EST • Science • insideucr.ucr.edu
Why Wesley Hunt is risking it all in his longshot bid to oust John Cornyn

Wesley Hunt is giving up a safe Houston congressional seat to run for U.S. Senate in 2026 against Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.

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Jan 14 • 12:11 PM EST • Politics • houstonchronicle.com
Spectator-in-chief: Trump's history with U.S. sports

He's become a somewhat expected fixture at major sporting events.

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Jan 14 • 11:59 AM EST • Sports • axios.com
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CBS Sports extension keeps SailGP in U.S. sports spotlight

SailGP will remain front and center of U.S. sports programming after confirming a new multi-year broadcast extension with CBS Sports through the 2027 season

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Jan 14 • 10:06 AM EST • Sports • sailgp.com
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White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy

White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.

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Jan 14 • 10:00 AM EST • Science • c-span.org
Bernie Sanders Says 'Science-Fiction Fear Of AI Running The World Is Real' — Then Urges America To Slow 'Most Consequential Technology'

A science-fiction fear about artificial intelligence running the world is no longer theoretical, according to one U.S. senator. "The science-fiction fear of AI running the world is real," Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT.) recently told CNN, calling AI "the most consequential technology of our lifetime" and urging the U.S. to slow its development. Sanders Names Who Is Pushing AI Sanders said the AI boom is being steered by a small group of wealthy tech leaders, naming Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon

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Jan 14 • 8:31 AM EST • Science • yahoo.com
The ‘Silver Tsunami’ Is Reshaping Small Business: Why Exit Planning Can’t Wait

The ‘Silver Tsunami’ will see 2.3–3million U.S. baby boomer-owned SMBs change hands over the next decade as retirements reshape the small business landscape.”

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Jan 14 • 7:22 AM EST • Business • forbes.com
Inside Trump's $11 billion health plan to replace "neo-colonial" USAID

The new program aims to boost U.S. influence and interests in developing nations without the NGOs delivered services through USAID.

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Jan 14 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • axios.com
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White House Science & Tech Policy Director Testifies on U.S. AI Strategy

White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios testifies before a House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the administration's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy.

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Jan 14 • 12:00 AM EST • Science • c-span.org
Heat's Erik Spoelstra becomes longest-tenured active coach in major U.S. sports

Erik Spoelstra, Miami's coach since 2008, is now the longest-serving active coach in the four major U.S. sports leagues.

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Jan 13 • 10:23 PM EST • Sports • nba.com
Dem senators ripped for reversing Venezuela stance after Trump captured Maduro: 'Politics at its worst'

Senate Democrats who once demanded stronger action against Nicolás Maduro are now warning about consequences of U.S. military action in Venezuela after President Trump took action.

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Jan 13 • 8:41 PM EST • Politics • foxnews.com
Supreme Court Signals Support for State Bans on Trans Girls in Sports

The U.S. Supreme Court weighed Idaho and West Virginia laws that bar transgender girls from sports.

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Jan 13 • 6:34 PM EST • Sports • edweek.org
New U.S. health aid model boosts self-reliance

U.S. health assistance has saved millions of lives but also fostered dependence. Learn how the U.S. is working with countries to improve aid.

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Jan 13 • 4:19 PM EST • Health • share.america.gov
NASA, Department of Energy to Develop Lunar Surface Reactor by 2030

NASA, along with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), announced Tuesday a renewed commitment to their longstanding partnership to support the research and

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Jan 13 • 4:01 PM EST • Technology • nasa.gov
Prof. Dorit Reiss Wins National Award for Distinguished Service in Health Law - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)

Professor Dorit Reiss, who brings legal expertise to public health debates, has received a national award for her lasting contributions to the field as a scholar, policy adviser, and mentor. Faculty Who Lead: Dorit Reiss Professor Dorit Reiss receives the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. She is a leading expert on vaccine law, advising policymakers and providing expert analysis to journalists. Reiss mentors future health law scholars and combats misinformation online through evidence-based public education. Professor Dorit Reiss, a leading voice on vaccine law and policy, has won a national award recognizing her contributions to health law. She received the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care. Presented at the AALS Annual Meeting in January, the award honors sustained service to public health and the health law academy through advocacy, public education, and mentorship. In presenting the award, Professor Doron Dorfman of Seton Hall Law School, chair-elect of the AALS Section on Law, Medicine and Health Care, described Reiss as “a committed public health advocate who has used her expertise to influence vaccine policy, research, and practice at both the state and federal levels for nearly two decades.” Reiss leads a widely read vaccine law listserv that provides real-time updates on litigation, regulatory developments, advisory committee proceedings, and public comment opportunities. The resource has become an important tool for lawyers, scholars, journalists, and public health professionals tracking fast-moving developments in vaccine policy. Her service extends to policymaking as well. She has supported vaccine-related legislation in California, testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on vaccine mandates and non-medical exemptions, and serves on the Parent Advisory Board of Voices for Vaccines, a parent-led organization focused on reducing vaccine-preventable disease. Dorfman also highlighted Reiss’ active role in robust debates over vaccine safety and related laws and policies. “She directly engages misinformation by responding to anti-vaccination claims on social media with careful, evidence-based rebuttals,” Dorfman said. As federal vaccine policy undergoes significant change, Reiss has become a trusted source for major national news outlets, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and CNN, which regularly seek her expert analysis on new policies and decisions. Dorfman noted that Reiss is widely respected for her mentorship of health law faculty and scholars. “She is consistently generous with her time—approachable, willing to provide feedback, and a mentor to many in the field, including myself,” he said. At UC Law SF, Reiss brings the spirit of public service into the classroom, helping students understand how legal frameworks translate into real-world public health outcomes. She holds the James Edgar Hervey ’50 Chair of Litigation, a position that recognizes faculty excellence in the field of litigation. The Distinguished Service Award highlights her sustained commitment to evidence-based vaccine policy, public education, and mentorship during a pivotal time for public health law.

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Jan 13 • 3:01 PM EST • Health • uclawsf.edu
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President Trump orders new tariffs targeting countries doing business with Iran

President Donald Trump announces sweeping new tariffs as Iran faces growing unrest, with a political science expert explaining what’s driving the protests and what options the U.S. and international community may have next.

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Jan 13 • 8:45 AM EST • Business • fox32chicago.com
Pentagon to invest $1 billion in L3Harris rocket motor business, shares surge

The deal represents the latest U.S. investment in Corporate America, including a 10% stake in chipmaker Intel and investments in critical mineral producers.

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Jan 13 • 7:29 AM EST • Business • cnbc.com
The biggest global risk in 2026? Eurasia Group points to the U.S.

Eurasia Group founder Ian Bremmer says political instability in the United States now poses a greater global risk than China or Russia.

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Jan 13 • 7:00 AM EST • Politics • marketplace.org
U.S. Small-Business Confidence Rises Amid Brighter Outlook Expectations

Small-business confidence in the U.S. rose in December, driven by a jump in those expecting better business conditions going forward.

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Jan 13 • 6:27 AM EST • Business • wsj.com