A destructive tornado has ravaged Lake City, Arkansas, prompting a state of emergency. The storm, which displayed a hook echo radar signature, threatens the mid-south and lower Ohio valley with severe weather, including flash flooding and strong tornadoes. At least one fatality has been reported.
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Haley Stevens, a US Representative, has announced her candidacy for Michigan's open US Senate seat, emphasizing the economic challenges stemming from President Trump's tariff policies. Stevens aims to protect Michigan's auto industry, criticizing Trump's "chaos and reckless tariffs" that she believes jeopardize thousands of jobs. She joins a competitive race with other prominent Democrats and Republicans vying for the seat.
A hobby drone crashed in a New Jersey backyard, adding to anxieties fueled by recent reports of drones near Picatinny Arsenal. Mayor Herd expressed concerns about drones over private property. While a reported drone collision with a powerline proved false, the FAA has imposed flight restrictions.
Stephen Scantlebury is accused of violently assaulting nurse Leelamma Lal at a Palm Beach County hospital. He remains behind bars awaiting trial on charges of attempted second-degree murder with a hate crime enhancement. The attack has led to calls for better protections for healthcare workers. Lal is still recovering from severe injuries.
US President Donald Trump's youngest son Barron Trump, 18, has co-founded a luxury real estate company, Trump, Fulcher & Roxburgh Capital Inc., focusing on high-end properties and golf course projects in western US states. The company, initially launched in July 2024, paused to avoid election-related attention but plans to relaunch in spring 2025.
Australia Day, marked annually on January 26, will be observed as a public holiday on January 27 this year. While it commemorates the landing of the First Fleet in 1788, the day is also contentious for its symbolism of British colonization impacts on Indigenous Australians, sparking debates about changing the date.
In response to Trump's interest in Greenland, a satirical Danish petition suggests Denmark should buy California, arguing that Trump might sell it for the right price. The petition aims to bring Nordic charms, such as hygge and universal healthcare, to the state and has garnered over 207,000 signatures.
President-elect Trump has demanded transparency and action regarding mysterious drone sightings across the US. He urged the government to inform the public or shoot down the unidentified objects. Officials are investigating the coordinated, nightly flights, while downplaying any foreign involvement, despite the FBI's admitted uncertainty about potential risks.
Algerian teachers launched a two-day strike to protest low wages and poor working conditions, following recent student demonstrations. Despite wage increases under President Tebboune, educators argue salaries remain inadequate. The strike highlights broader discontent over economic struggles, corruption, and limited job opportunities. Students have also protested outdated curricula and high education costs. Public criticism of the government has become rarer amid a crackdown on activism, but... Expand
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the deportation of Tufts University PhD student Rumeysa Ozturk, who is accused of supporting Hamas, without evidence presented. Ozturk, a Turkish national, was detained by ICE, and her case is pending jurisdiction determination.
Arab leaders endorsed a plan to rebuild Gaza under the future Palestinian Authority administration, countering Trump's proposal to take over the territory. The Arab League summit urged international support for the plan which aims at Palestinian statehood and exclude Hamas from future governance.