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25 Jan 2026, 16:00

Trump hosts White House screening of ‘Melania’ documentary as shooting backlash grows

President 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.

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25 Jan 2026, 16:00

OpenAI’s 2026 stakes rise as Sam Altman pushes massive expansion plans

A 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.

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25 Jan 2026, 16:00

Storm, shutdown risk and protests collide after Minneapolis Border Patrol shooting

A 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.

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25 Jan 2026, 16:00

World Economic Forum closes amid new strains between the U.S. and allies

Davos 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.

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25 Jan 2026, 16:00

AFC Championship: Patriots vs. Broncos set for Sunday afternoon in Denver

The 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.

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25 Jan 2026, 16:00

Fed decision and megacap earnings dominate a volatile week for markets

Markets 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.