Latest reporting from the Latest desk, in reverse chronological order.
A sprawling winter storm is battering the U.S. with a dangerous combination of heavy snow, destructive icing and bitter cold. Officials warned impacts could last into Monday as utilities race to restore power and transportation networks struggle with cancellations and hazardous roads.
A near-total internet shutdown in Iran, in place since early January, has left many residents with limited connectivity and hampered access to information. Reports describe nationwide disruptions and efforts to restrict satellite internet use as protests persist.
The fatal shooting of an ICU nurse by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis has intensified protests and sharpened political pressure on the Trump administration. Democrats signaled they may use funding leverage to demand accountability and changes in enforcement tactics.
Trinity Rodman marked her first match as U.S. captain with a goal as the USWNT routed Paraguay 6-0. The match highlighted a new-look squad during the January camp and featured multiple scorers plus a debut goal in a lopsided performance.
President Donald Trump said he would impose a 100% tariff on all Canadian imports if Canada proceeds with a trade agreement with China. The warning injected fresh uncertainty into North American trade and raised the stakes for markets already sensitive to tariff-driven volatility.
A massive winter storm sweeping from the South through the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast is dumping snow, sleet, and freezing rain, knocking out power for hundreds of thousands and paralyzing air travel. With emergency declarations expanding and dangerous icing expected to persist into Monday, officials are urging people to stay off roads and check on vulnerable neighbors.
A newly reported U.S. National Defense Strategy under President Donald Trump shifts focus toward defending the homeland and deterring China, while pressing allies—particularly in Europe—to shoulder more of the burden for regional security. The document also emphasizes modernization across cyber, AI, and nuclear capabilities.
Anger intensified nationwide after the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis nurse by federal agents, fueling protests and renewed scrutiny of immigration enforcement. Demonstrators and some elected officials are calling for accountability and changes to federal operations, while the administration has faced criticism over its characterization of the incident.
The CDC’s weekly FluView update for the week ending January 10, 2026 estimates at least 18 million illnesses, 230,000 hospitalizations, and 9,300 deaths from influenza so far this season. The report highlights that among pediatric deaths with known vaccine status, most occurred in children who were not fully vaccinated.
Lawmakers advanced legislation aimed at strengthening enforcement and oversight of advanced AI chip export controls, reflecting growing concern that existing rules may be difficult to police in a fast-moving global supply chain. The move could reshape planning for chipmakers, cloud providers, and startups selling AI systems internationally.
The AFC Championship Game is set for Sunday, January 25, 2026, with the New England Patriots visiting the Denver Broncos for a berth in Super Bowl LX. The matchup is part of the NFL’s conference championship doubleheader and carries historical postseason context between the franchises.
Anger and grief intensified across multiple U.S. cities after another deadly encounter involving federal agents, fueling calls for investigations and renewed debate over immigration enforcement tactics and accountability.