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President Donald Trump is publicly encouraging anti-government protesters in Iran to persist, as the death toll keeps increasing. His statement is now fueling fears of escalation. Plus, a pivotal White House meeting on Wednesday about Greenland. Trump wants to buy the territory, but Greenland’s leaders say that’s not happening. And the death of a civil rights icon whose name may not be as widely known as Rosa Parks, but whose actions helped shape the movement in lasting ways. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

President Donald Trump announces new tariffs on any country doing business with Iran, as his national security team weighs next steps — including possible military action. Plus, a rare bipartisan moment on Capitol Hill, as lawmakers warn a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell looks like retaliation over interest rates. And Minnesota’s governor, attorney general and Twin Cities leaders sue the federal government, accusing ICE of an unconstitutional enforcement surge. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

The federal government has opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, but he says it’s retaliation for refusing to cut interest rates. Plus, as deadly protests spread across Iran, President Donald Trump says the Iranian leadership has reached out to negotiate. But he’s also warning that the U.S. could act before any meeting takes place. And Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem doubles down on her claim that the deadly ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis was justified after new video shows the officer’s perspective. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, January 12, 2026.

Minnesota wants back into the investigation of a fatal ICE-related shooting. However, federal authorities are declining, leading to protests, political pressure and growing questions about decision-making authority. Plus, protesters took to the streets overnight after two people were shot during a targeted Border Patrol stop in Portland. Homeland Security is calling it self-defense, but city leaders are calling for ICE to halt operations full stop. And President Donald Trump says he canceled a planned second wave of military action against Venezuela. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 9, 2026.

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a woman while she was behind the wheel of an SUV, and protests quickly followed. Now, two very different accounts of the incident are colliding. Plus, a memorial in Salt Lake City becomes a crime scene. Two individuals are dead, at least six others wounded and police are still looking for the gunman after gunfire erupted near a Mormon church during a memorial service. And the U.S. took control of two Venezuelan oil tankers on the high seas, signaling a tougher enforcement of sanctions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, January 8, 2026.

Millions of barrels are moving north as Washington cuts a deal with Venezuela. Maduro is out, oil money is in motion and the question of who will lead the country next remains wide open. Plus, President Donald Trump says the U.S. needs Greenland for national security. The White House says no options are off the table. Lawmakers and allies are pushing back, warning the rhetoric alone could have real consequences. And a new study raises concerns about tap water on airplanes, including what’s used for coffee and tea. Why bottled water may be the safer choice at 30,000 feet. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Nicolás Maduro and his wife faced federal court charges including drug trafficking and gun crimes. During his court appearance, Maduro wore a jumpsuit and shackles, asserting he was kidnapped rather than legally detained. Plus, American forces are preparing to seize a Venezuelan oil tanker accused of evading U.S. sanctions. And the CDC is rolling out new childhood vaccine recommendations, scaling back universal guidance on shots like flu and hepatitis. But some doctors warn that the changes could raise risks and create confusion. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife are set to face a U.S. judge Monday. Prosecutors accuse them of narco-terrorism, conspiracy and gun crimes, marking a dramatic turn for a man who once held absolute power. Plus, President Donald Trump says the U.S. is now in charge in Caracas. But Secretary of State Marco Rubio quickly tried to soften that, framing it as pressure rather than control. And a sharp warning from Europe. Denmark’s prime minister is pushing back on U.S. talk of taking over Greenland, saying the territory is not up for grabs. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, January 5, 2026.

The death toll rises from the New Year’s inferno at a bar in the Swiss Alps. Also, what witnesses say they saw regarding sparklers and partying. Plus, President Donald Trump issued a firm warning to Iran regarding street protests, outlining how the United States will respond if the Islamic Republic violently suppresses the demonstrations. And then there were four. College football is down to the semifinals. Some big names, including Alabama, Georgia and Ohio State, were defeated, meaning there will be a new champion this year. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, January 2, 2026.

President Donald Trump announced he’s pulling the National Guard out of Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland. However, he’s still claiming victory despite losing in the courts. Plus, the U.S. blasted more suspected drug boats, but this time, people jumped overboard and tried to swim for it. And the tragedy of a deadly fire at a ski resort in the Swiss Alps, as people were ringing in the new year, may get even worse. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, January 1, 2026.

The Trump administration has cut off federal child care funding to Minnesota, citing alleged daycare fraud. Gov. Tim Walz calls the move political, warning that families and providers could feel the impact quickly. Plus, several states are restricting SNAP purchases of soda and candy to encourage healthier choices. Critics argue the changes could complicate shopping and stigmatize recipients. And Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35 after battling leukemia. The environmental journalist is being remembered for her work and powerful final essay. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

President Donald Trump is drawing a hard line in the Middle East. After meeting with Israel’s prime minister, he’s warning Hamas to disarm, saying there will be “hell to pay” if the deal collapses. Plus, the U.S. drug war is moving closer to shore. After months of targeting suspected smuggling boats, the U.S. appears to have struck a drug-loading dock inside Venezuela. And a powerful bomb cyclone that hit the Midwest is now pushing east, bringing snow, ice and dangerous winds. It’s also extending travel disruptions for millions. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025.

President Donald Trump hosted Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago over the weekend and then spoke by phone with Russia’s Vladimir Putin. After years of war, could this finally be the moment that changes the trajectory? Plus, a powerful bomb cyclone tears across the country to close out the year. Snow, ice and fierce winds hammer the Upper Midwest, the Northeast and even parts of the South. And new video shows a deadly helicopter collision in the skies over New Jersey. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, December 29, 2025.

The Justice Department released its largest batch of Epstein files to date overnight. This collection includes tens of new documents, emails, photos and videos that are now publicly available. Plus, President Donald Trump is rolling out plans for the “Golden Fleet,” a new generation of massive American battleships he said will be the most powerful ever built. And a major shift in the weight-loss drug boom. The FDA has approved the first GLP-1 pill for obesity, with no injections required. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, December 23, 2025.

The U.S. is pursuing a Venezuelan oil tanker amid escalating tensions from Trump’s tightening blockade. While the White House claims to be cracking down on black-market oil, a prominent Republican criticizes it as a provocation. Plus, more pressure to release the Epstein files and more anger over what remains hidden. Heavy redactions, missing details and growing demands for answers. And Jim Beam is suspending production at its main plant. The company said it’s a pause, not a crisis. What’s behind the slowdown, and whether the bourbon giant is really on the rocks. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, December 22, 2025.

The man investigators believe carried out the deadly shooting at Brown University has been found dead in a New Hampshire storage unit. Authorities now say he’s also linked to the killing of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) professor. Plus, former NASCAR champion Greg Biffle, his wife and their children were killed when a small business jet crashed in North Carolina. Investigators said the plane had just taken off and was attempting to return to the runway. And the Kennedy Center board has moved to rebrand the iconic venue with President Trump’s name, a decision Democrats say was pushed through while critics were silenced. Is the move legal, and can it stand? These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, December 19, 2025.

President Donald Trump delivered a holiday-season address framing the economy as a success story, even as polls show voters growing more anxious about costs. He leaned on tariffs, inflation claims and what he called a “warrior dividend.” Plus, Venezuela responded to Trump’s oil tanker blockade with action, not rhetoric. The country has begun using military escorts to move oil shipments, raising the stakes in an already tense standoff. And new plaques lining the White House colonnade were billed as tributes to past presidents. Instead, some read more like roasts. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, December 18, 2025.

The U.S. is now highlighting its significant seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker as part of a larger effort to fight drug trafficking, even as Venezuela describes the move as “piracy.” Plus, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem faced a heated hearing on Capitol Hill over immigration raids and FEMA’s storm response. Critics are now calling for her resignation. And in Indiana, a political shockwave. Republican state senators teamed up with Democrats to sink a Trump-backed redistricting plan in a clear and very public break from the president. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, December 12, 2025.

The U.S. has seized a large Venezuelan oil tanker, intensifying Washington’s pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and raising new questions about whether the administration is moving closer to a ground strike in the region. Plus, a relentless atmospheric river is flooding the Pacific Northwest, causing dangerous water levels across Washington state. And a blockbuster battle for Warner Bros. Discovery heats up as President Donald Trump says he may help decide who wins. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Thursday, December 11, 2025.

President Donald Trump hits Pennsylvania with a fresh pitch on prices, arguing his administration is finally bending inflation in the right direction. Plus, millions could see premiums jump as Affordable Care Act subsidies near expiration. But Democrats and Republicans are still far apart, offering dueling plans with no clear path to a deal before the deadline. And Elon Musk is now saying he wouldn’t do DOGE again, reflecting on the department’s sweeping cuts and the fallout that followed. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, December 10, 2025.