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Trump says he is considering very strong military options against Iran as protester death toll climbs
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2026 03:29
US president claims Iran wants to negotiate as rights groups report that regimes crackdown on protest has killed hundreds Donald Trump has claimed Iran has reached out and proposed negotiations, as he considers very stro...
Avalanche in Washington State Kills 2
The New York Times - 12 Jan 2026 02:44
The men were among a group of four skiing in the backcountry near Longs Pass, east of Seattle in the Cascade Mountains. The area received heavy snowfall last week.
Federal Reserve Chair Powell says DOJ has subpoenaed central bank, threatens criminal indictment
Boston - 12 Jan 2026 02:07
The move represents an unprecedented escalation in President Donald Trump's battle with the Fed, an independent agency he has repeatedly attacked for not cutting its key interest rate as quickly as Trump prefers. The...
Ukraine war briefing: Nightfall - Britain races to develop ballistic missile for Kyiv
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2026 00:55
UK government starts contest to have deep-strike prototypes delivered within 12 months; heat-starved Kyiv under Russian attack again. What we know on day 1,419Britain is to develop a new deep-strike ballistic missile for...
Why Did Nick Reiner Kill Parents Rob and Michele? 'Killer' Reportedly 'Doesn't Understand' Why He Is In Jail
IBTimes - 12 Jan 2026 22:00
Treatment shifts, weight gain, mental health struggles, and delusions may explain Nick Reiner's killing of his parents-and his claim he doesn't grasp why he's incarcerated.
ICE Vehicle Appears to Ram Civilian Cars at Red Lights - Minnesota Video Alarms Drivers
IBTimes - 12 Jan 2026 14:29
A viral video shows ICE vehicles ramming civilian cars through red lights in Minnesota, raising safety concerns and calls for accountability following the death of Renee Nicole Good.
Football fan who injured own player after throwing seat jailed for 18 months
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2026 14:03
David Gowans threw the seat on to the pitch at Dundee United after a match, striking Aberdeens Jack MacKenzieA football fan who left his own player with a severe injury after throwing part of a seat during a Scottish Pre...
Lindsey Graham Urges Trump To 'Kill' Iran's Leaders As Nationwide Protests Turn Deadly
IBTimes - 12 Jan 2026 13:44
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham urged US President Trump to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei amid nationwide protests and lethal government crackdowns.
Venezuela Frees 24 More Political Prisoners, Rights Group Says
The New York Times - 12 Jan 2026 13:01
Since an interim government began the releases last week, at least 41 people have been let go, according to Foro Penal.
Justice department opens investigation into Jerome Powell as Trump ramps up campaign against Federal Reserve
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2026 02:09
Fed chair accuses DoJ of threatening criminal charges over building renovation projects because central bank defied Trumps interest rate demandsThe Department of Justice has opened a criminal investigation into Jerome Po...
Number of homicides in London falls to lowest in over a decade, says Met Police
Sky News - 12 Jan 2026 00:01
London has recorded the lowest number of homicides in more than a decade, according to new figures from the Metropolitan Police.
Long Island HS basketball player, 15, punched by fan, 36, during brawl at game
New York Post - 12 Jan 2026 23:57
In the closing moments of a game between Half Hollow Hills West High School and Comsewogue, a fight broke out between opposing players and led to a spectator running toward the melee before allegedly striking a 15-year-o...
An Expert Weighs in on Hurdles to Suing the ICE Officer Who Fatally Shot Renée Good
Mother Jones - 12 Jan 2026 23:49
If the ICE officer who shot and killed Renée Nicole Good in Minneapolis last week is not prosecuted criminally, or even if he is, can he also be sued? Legal experts have different takes. Last week I spoke with a police ...
Mark Allen advances in Masters despite battle with food poisoning
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2026 23:47
Allen wins five frames in a row against Mark WilliamsZhao Xintong cruises to 6-2 win over Gary WilsonMark Allen shrugged off a bout of food poisoning to beat Mark Williams 6-2, winning five successive frames, and book a ...
A 'weird' and 'incredible' error - but was Szoboszlai disrespectful?
BBC - 12 Jan 2026 23:45
Liverpool beat Barnsley 4-1 in FA Cup fourth round but it was Dominik Szoboszlai's first-half error that had lots of people talking.
Jaylen Brown fined $35,000 by NBA after ripping officials following loss to Spurs
Boston - 12 Jan 2026 23:44
"I dont care, they can fine me whatever they want but its crazy. Every time we play a good team its the same [expletive]. The post Jaylen Brown fined $35,000 by NBA after ripping officials following loss to Spurs app...
How Australian festival imploded after axing Palestinian author
BBC - 12 Jan 2026 23:41
Some 180 writers, including former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, have withdrawn from the event.
Arson Suspect Targeted Mississippi Synagogue for Its Jewish Ties, F.B.I. Says
The New York Times - 12 Jan 2026 23:40
The suspect, Stephen Spencer Pittman, was turned in by his father, who said his son had laughed as he confessed to the fire that damaged the synagogue, investigators said.
Late goals add shine as Liverpool beat spirited Barnsley in FA Cup
BBC - 12 Jan 2026 23:39
Liverpool score two late goals to add shine to their FA Cup third round victory over spirited League One side Barnsley at Anfield.
Flu vaccinations slightly lagging in Mass. this year amid early surge in flu cases
Boston - 12 Jan 2026 23:37
32 percent of Boston residents are vaccinated, which is lagging slightly behind from 34 percent last year and 36 percent the year before. The post Flu vaccinations slightly lagging in Mass. this year amid early surge in ...
Peter Mandelson apologises for Epstein association in sudden U-turn
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2026 23:36
Former ambassador to US had earlier declined to give apology for keeping in touch with sex offender after his conviction Peter Mandelson has issued an apology for his association with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey E...
Trump Officials Are Sending 1,000 More Immigration Officers to Minnesota
The New York Times - 12 Jan 2026 23:36
The Customs and Border Protection officers are joining 2,000 other officers and agents at the Department of Homeland Security who have recently been deployed to the Minneapolis region.