18125 Jan 2026, 16:00President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a private White House screening of an Amazon MGM documentary about the first lady, drawing criticism from Democrats who argued the event underscored misplaced priorities after the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents and amid a looming shutdown fight.
18225 Jan 2026, 16:00Public health experts warn the U.S. could lose its measles elimination status as cases continue to spread across multiple states. The CDC reported 416 confirmed cases in 2026 as of January 22, with most linked to outbreaks that began in 2025. International health authorities are expected to assess the situation in April 2026.
18325 Jan 2026, 16:00A profile of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman frames 2026 as a defining year as the company pursues larger infrastructure ambitions and deeper ties across government and industry. The report highlights soaring datacenter investment plans, competitive pressure from rivals, and growing scrutiny over costs, safety and regulation.
18425 Jan 2026, 16:00A major winter storm spread across the U.S. as outrage intensified over the fatal shooting of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti by a U.S. Border Patrol agent. Democratic leaders signaled they could block a key funding package unless Homeland Security money is removed, raising the prospect of a government shutdown while protests grow in multiple cities.
18525 Jan 2026, 16:00Davos 2026 ended after a week of high-level meetings and speeches shaped by rising geopolitical tension, including friction between the United States and NATO partners. Leaders focused on cooperation in a more contested world, growth, and innovation—while debates over security and alliances dominated side conversations.
18625 Jan 2026, 16:00The New England Patriots meet the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday, January 25, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at Empower Field at Mile High. Broadcast and streaming options include CBS and Paramount+ as fans watch for who earns a trip to Super Bowl LX.
18725 Jan 2026, 16:00Markets entered a big week focused on the Federal Reserve’s first rate decision of 2026 and earnings from Microsoft, Meta, Tesla and Apple. Investors also watched broad reports from industrial, energy and payments giants as they tried to gauge inflation persistence, consumer resilience and the durability of the AI-driven investment boom.
18825 Jan 2026, 15:50Polling cited by The Washington Post suggests a majority of Americans view recent ICE-linked shootings in Minneapolis as unjustified or overly harsh, pressuring Republicans and emboldening Democrats to sharpen criticism of immigration enforcement tactics.
18925 Jan 2026, 15:50Thomson Reuters announced a new industry group bringing together AI leaders from Anthropic, AWS, Google Cloud, OpenAI and Thomson Reuters Labs to develop shared principles and practical approaches for trustworthy, agentic AI in high-stakes environments.
19025 Jan 2026, 15:50The CDC says public health officials are investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak tied to a recalled “Live it Up Super Greens” supplement powder, warning consumers to discard or return affected products as case counts are likely underreported.
19125 Jan 2026, 15:50A strong earthquake struck northern Pakistan, killing at least one person, damaging homes, and causing landslides that blocked roads as authorities assessed damage and launched rescue efforts.
19225 Jan 2026, 15:50A University of Michigan survey shows U.S. consumer sentiment improved in January 2026 from December, though confidence remains near historic lows and households remain frustrated by past price increases and a softer job market.