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• Scientists sound alarm after discovering 'tornadoes' in ocean: 'The main thing we need to consider is the effects' - "In the immediate future, we're hoping that the theory will inform sampling strategies."
• Singapore fourth-quarter GDP jumps 5.7%, beats expectations on strong manufacturing - The advance figure was also up from the 4.2% growth in the quarter before, and pushed the country's full year GDP to 4.8%
• Asia-Pacific markets set to start 2026 on a mixed note - Some Asian markets are still closed for the holidays, including Japan and mainland China.
• Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, accused of 'deliberately grooming' tour violinist - Will Smith faces sexual harassment allegations from professional violinist Brian King Joseph who found disturbing items in hotel room during rapper's tour.
• Golf legend Phil Mickelson weighs in on alleged fraud in California - Phil Mickelson opposed California's proposed billionaire tax amid alleged fraud claims, saying there should be no new taxes until the government addresses fraud issues.
• Local school district mourning loss of ‘beloved’ band director, teacher - The district will offer counseling and support services to students and staff on Friday.
• Mamdani Pays Tribute to the Foods That Define and Sustain New York - In his inaugural address, Mayor Zohran Mamdani frequently invoked the cuisines of New York as metaphors for the city’s diversity, ambitions and promise.
• Bernie Sanders ditches iconic mittens look while swearing in socialist Zohran Mamdani as NYC mayor - Bernie Sanders swears in NYC's new democratic socialist mayor without his famous viral mittens from Biden's 2021 inauguration, marking a visual departure.
• Venezuela Frees Dozens of Political Prisoners - At least 80 people were released, including one with U.S. ties, though more than 800 remain detained in Venezuela for opposing President Nicolás Maduro’s rule, rights groups say.
• Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: You won't believe what TikTok was selling - Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.
• Micah Parsons mocks Cowboys, Jerry Jones in social media tirade - Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons responded to the Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator's comments about the team's decline, targeting owner Jerry Jones with allegations.
• Top 10: Best Soviet Combat Aircraft of the Second World War - Top 10: Best Soviet Combat Aircraft of the Second World War
• Independent journalist says he's gotten death threats, told he'll be 'Kirked' over Minnesota fraud viral video - Nick Shirley faces escalating harassment over Minnesota daycare fraud investigation as federal officials halt child care payments following his viral video.
• Man charged with murder after woman found dead - A woman was found dead at an address in Maple Gardens in Yateley on New Year's Eve.
• Steelers' Aaron Rodgers keeps retirement options open ahead of must-win Ravens game - Aaron Rodgers hints he may return for 22nd NFL season despite earlier retirement talk. Steelers QB opens door to playing beyond 2025 season as team faces Ravens.
• Attorney-General to High Court: Ben-Gvir abusing authority, Netanyahu must explain inaction - Ben-Gvir responded during a police ceremony in Beit Shemesh, where he sharply criticized the attorney-general while awarding ranks and making senior appointments. Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara submitted her response on Thursday to the
• Oregon shuts out Texas Tech to win Orange Bowl behind dominant defensive outing - The Oregon Ducks shutout the Texas Tech Red Raiders to win the Orange Bowl and advance to the semifinals of the College Football Playoff.
• The Full Transcript of Zohran Mamdani’s Inauguration Speech - New York’s new mayor challenged his supporters and his opponents to make the city better, and to hold him to account.
• GOP lawmaker demands Minnesota fraud be treated as 'organized crime' scheme - Rep. Mike Haridopolos compares alleged Minnesota fraud to mafia-style crime, arguing billions in taxpayer dollars were stolen and demand federal intervention.
• Russia Asks United States to Stop Pursuit of Fleeing Oil Tanker - The tanker, which had been sailing to Venezuela to pick up oil, has claimed Russian protection, although the U.S. authorities say it is a stateless vessel.
• Trump tears into 'average guy' George Clooney who 'complained, constantly, about common sense in politics' - President Donald Trump attacked actor George Clooney on Truth Social on New Year's Eve, calling the actor and his wife "two of the worst political prognosticators of all time."
• Ukrainian spies fake commander’s death to trick Russia into paying $500,000 bounty - As far as the Russians were concerned, they had got their man.
• US commits $480m in health funding to Ivory Coast, the latest to sign 'America First' health deals - The United States and Ivory Coast signed a health deal Tuesday requiring the U.S. to commit $480 million to the West African nation’s health sector as part of “America First” global health funding pacts that mirror the Trump administration’
• Washington Post calls for stricter SNAP qualifications, widespread fraud crackdown after Minnesota scandal - The Washington Post editorial board called on the Trump administration to reform SNAP after journalist Nick Shirley exposed over $100 million in alleged Minnesota daycare fraud.
• Another New Year at War: Ukraine’s Troops Doubt It Will Be the Last - After a year of Russian advances, the goal for 2026 is simply to survive, said one officer in eastern Ukraine. “It’s hard to make any plans,” he said.
• Early morning New Year's crash in Collier County kills four - Four people were killed in a head-on collision on SR-82 less than 30 minutes after the clock struck midnight on New Year's Day.
• This Diminutive Reptile Plays Rock-Paper-Scissors - Side-blotched lizards probably don’t call the game that, but they play a version of it anyway. A new study explains the hidden biology that makes this possible.
• Seattle schools ask kids as young as 10 about gender identity, drugs in controversial survey - A federal investigation has reportedly been launched into Seattle schools over a controversial student health survey and data-sharing practices with third parties nationwide.
• How to watch the Hisense CES 2026 presentation live - Tune in to find out how Hisense is shaping RGB Mini LED TVs for 2026.
• Delta Air Lines cancels route permanently, offers refunds - While many airlines go into 2026 facing a number of financial challenges, the third-largest airline in the U.S. has been doing better than most. In its last earnings call released in October 2025, Delta Air Lines beat analyst expectations w
• Inside Trump’s first-year power plays – and the court fights testing them - Trump has signed more executive orders in 2025 than in all four years of his first term, combined. It's unclear whether many of them can survive the challenge in court.
• Saints star wide receiver hospitalized after blood clot was found in his lung: report - New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave was hospitalized after a blood clot was reportedly found in his lung, and will miss the team's Week 18 game.
• California sets up a showdown with Washington by reissuing licenses to migrant truckers - Truckers whose licenses were revoked now have 60 days to legally qualify for their licenses
• Swiss Alps Ski Resort Fire: What We Know - The fire at a bar in a popular ski resort killed around 40 people and injured more than 100, officials said. The cause was still unknown.
• Comedian warns 'woke is not dead' as cancel culture still looms over comedy - Comedy battles cancel culture as Fox contributor warns 'woke is not dead' despite recent wins for free speech. Comedians face ongoing censorship threats.
• Nick Shirley responds to CNN 'hit piece' on his Minnesota fraud investigation - Journalist Nick Shirley spoke to Valuetainment about CNN's Whitney Wild questioning him outside a Minnesota daycare center he's accused of committing fraud.
• The road ahead for transit in New York City in 2026 includes fare hikes - New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani campaigned on making buses in the Big Apple "fast and free," but the MTA oversees the bus system, and there will soon be a small fare hike.
• 5 big immigration changes taking effect across the US - Major U.S. immigration policy changes in 2025 include Trump administration H-1B visa overhaul, expanded facial recognition and social media scrutiny.
• Tax relief push: WA legislator moves to undo some B&O and sales tax increases - (The Center Square) – State Rep. Jeremie Dufault, R-Selah, has introduced two bills for the upcoming 2026 legislative session to roll back some of the recently implemented tax hikes adopted by majority Democrats during this year’s session o
• College football fans fume after CBS abruptly cuts off Gary Danielson's broadcast farewell - College football fans took to social media to rip the CBS Sports broadcast for cutting off longtime broadcaster Gary Danielson during his final goodbye.
• Five of the biggest stories ignored by news outlets on the left in 2025 - When a news event is ignored by one side of the aisle, we bring it to you. Here are some of the most notable stories ignored by the left media in 2025. The post Five of the biggest stories ignored by news outlets on the left in 2025 appeare
• Iran protests turn deadly as anti-regime demonstrations enter fifth day - Anti-regime protests entered a fifth day as demonstrations spread across Tehran and other cities, with reports of deaths emerging amid escalating nationwide unrest.
• Broncos' Sean Payton calls New Year's Eve 'the most overrated holiday' ahead of crucial Chargers game - Sean Payton calls New Year's Eve the "most overrated holiday" as Denver Broncos focus on playoffs and potential AFC top seed with win over Chargers Sunday.
• Child death toll rises from flu in US as surging cases have some states breaking grim records - Hospitalizations have nearly doubled from 9,944 to 19,053 from week of December 13 to week of December 20
• Co-host offers latest update on Victor Davis Hanson’s ‘quite major surgery,’ calls for continued prayers - "Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words" co-host provides health update on the show’s namesake on Thursday, calling for continued prayers.
• Cindy Crawford, Halle Berry, Julianne Hough swear by this steamy wellness trend - Celebrities like Cindy Crawford, Halle Berry and Julianne Hough embrace sauna wellness routines for health and beauty benefits in Hollywood's trend.
• CNN's Andy Cohen tells Eric Adams 'you got your pardons... go dance away' in late night New Year's Eve rant - Andy Cohen appeared visibly intoxicated during CNN's New Year's Eve coverage, delivering a scathing rant against NYC Mayor Eric Adams on live TV.
• How to Watch Zohran Mamdani’s Inauguration as New York Mayor - New York City’s new mayor was officially sworn in just after midnight on Thursday. A second public event will take place this afternoon.
• ‘Their first instinct was to loot’: how Trump’s acolytes are plundering the Kennedy Center - Sheldon Whitehouse, an ex officio member of the Kennedy Center board, remains undeterred and determined to press on with his investigation
• Most talked-about diet trends of 2025 — and how they reshaped Americans' eating habits - The most popular diet trends of 2025 included the Mediterranean diet, keto, high-protein eating and the carnivore diet. Experts shared guidance on the risks and benefits of each approach.