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26 Jan 2026, 22:27

CDC marks Radon Awareness Week as National Radon Action Month continues

The CDC is observing Radon Awareness Week from January 26–30, 2026, urging households to test for radon, an invisible gas and a leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. The campaign highlights practical steps for testing and mitigation and encourages communities to share their experiences to spur prevention.

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26 Jan 2026, 22:07

Severe U.S. winter storm leaves deaths, power outages and widespread travel disruption

A powerful winter storm pushed across a huge swath of the United States, bringing snow, ice and dangerous cold that authorities say has been linked to multiple deaths. The system knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of customers and snarled air and road travel as emergency officials urged people to limit trips and check on vulnerable neighbors.

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26 Jan 2026, 22:07

Big Tech earnings week arrives as investors track AI spending and growth outlooks

A heavy slate of earnings from major technology companies is set to dominate markets this week, with Microsoft, Meta and Tesla reporting midweek and Apple following. Analysts say investor focus will be on AI-related spending, advertising and cloud momentum, and whether guidance supports confidence after a period of choppy performance for several mega-cap names.

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26 Jan 2026, 22:07

FDA links Salmonella outbreak to “Super Greens” supplement powder; recall launched

Federal health officials are investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to a dietary supplement powder marketed as “Super Greens.” The FDA says dozens of illnesses have been reported and recommends consumers stop using specified products and dispose of them or return them to the seller as the investigation continues.

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26 Jan 2026, 22:07

India marks Republic Day with parade in New Delhi and high-profile EU guests

India celebrated Republic Day with ceremonies and a major parade in New Delhi, marking the anniversary of the Constitution coming into force in 1950. Organizers highlighted a theme tied to the national song “Vande Mataram,” while security and entry rules were emphasized for crowds attending events along Kartavya Path.

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26 Jan 2026, 22:07

Bondi presses Minnesota for voter rolls and benefits data as immigration enforcement tensions escalate

Attorney General Pam Bondi has demanded access to Minnesota’s voter rolls and public-assistance data in a letter that intensified a growing dispute between the state and the Trump administration during an immigration enforcement surge. State officials rejected the request and argued the federal government is seeking sensitive records as leverage amid protests and legal battles over federal operations.

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26 Jan 2026, 22:07

Patriots beat Broncos 10–7 in snowy AFC title game to reach Super Bowl LX

New England advanced to Super Bowl LX after a grind-it-out 10–7 win over Denver in the AFC Championship Game. Snow and tough conditions pushed the matchup toward defense and field position, with the Patriots making the critical late plays to hold off a Broncos comeback attempt.

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26 Jan 2026, 21:57

US risks losing measles elimination status as international experts prepare April 2026 review

Public health experts say the United States is on track to lose its measles elimination status as a multi-state outbreak chain nears the 12-month threshold. An international panel is set to review the data in April 2026, while specialists warn that declining vaccination coverage and weaker public health capacity are fueling outbreaks across North America.

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26 Jan 2026, 21:57

Trump’s Greenland threats strain allies and complicate next steps in Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ plan

President Donald Trump’s push for a Gaza ceasefire oversight initiative is facing skepticism from European allies after he threatened to use force to annex Greenland and escalated confrontations with NATO partners. With fewer than 10 countries accepting invitations, officials and analysts say the president’s aggressive posture is undermining support for his own diplomatic project.