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DHS keeps making false claims about people. It's part of a broader pattern

A photograph of the pistol recovered by immigration agents after a shooting in Minneapolis is shown on a screen behind U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem as she speaks during a news conference in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 24. Federal immigration agents shot and killed Alex Pretti that day during operations in Minneapolis.

Trump administration officials have falsely linked Alex Pretti and Renee Macklin Good to domestic terrorism. It's part of a larger pattern by the Department of Homeland Security.

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What to know about the partial government shutdown

The U.S. Capitol is photographed on Jan. 27, 2026.

The Senate passed a measure to avert a shutdown on Friday. But with the House on recess, funding for broad stretches of the federal government has technically lapsed.

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'Melania' is Amazon's airbrushed and astronomically pricey portrait of the First Lady

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Amazon paid $40 million to acquire the documentary, and is spending $35 million more to promote it.

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Photos: Thousands once again protest ICE in Minneapolis and across the U.S.

Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on Friday for a second consecutive week, calling for an end to Operation Metro Surge, which has led to a significant increase in the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Border Patrol agents in Minnesota.

Demonstrators in Minneapolis and other U.S. cities participated in protests as part of a "national shutdown" to end immigration enforcement operations.

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Judge rules Luigi Mangione should not face death penalty

Luigi Mangione speaking with his attorney Karen Agnifilo in Manhattan Criminal Court on December 12, 2025 in New York City.

A federal judge dropped two of the charges against Luigi Mangione — the man accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson — making his case no longer eligible for the death penalty.

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Blue Origin pauses space tourism flights to focus on lunar lander

A Blue Origin New Shepard rocket launches from West Texas on March 31, 2022. Blue Origin has announced its stopping human space launches for at least two years as it focuses on helping NASA return humans to the moon.

Blue Origin, owned by billionaire Jeff Bezos, says it's stopping human spaceflights for at least two years. The move will allow it to "shift resources" to the company's lunar landing capabilities.

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Tim Walz says Trump administration wants to 'twist reality' in Minnesota

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NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz about the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in his state.

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Lila Iké learned what "self-love" means with her Grammy-nominated album

Lila Iké is the only woman nominated for a best reggae album at this year

Lila Iké's full-length debut album, Treasure Self Love, has been nominated for a Grammy. Iké spoke to All Things Considered about being one of the only women ever to receive a nomination for best reggae album.

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Texas A&M University cancels programs in women's and gender studies

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The university said it had also modified hundreds of courses and cancelled six in efforts to eliminate teaching related to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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How American Katie Uhlaender was denied Olympic bid by Canadian coach's point scheme

U.S. skeleton sledder Katie Uhlaender, age 41, is fighting for a chance to compete at the Milan Cortina Winter Games.  International sports officials say her bid to race in a sixth Olympics was thwarted when a Canadian sled coach manipulated the point qualification system.  Canadian sports officials deny any wrongdoing.

Sports officials say a Canadian coach manipulated the point system used by athletes to qualify for the Olympics. His move cost American sled racer Katie Uhlaender her trip to the Milan Cortina Games.

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U.S. ultimatum to vaccine group: No more funds unless you stop using thimerosal

A health worker in Mali prepares a vaccination that protects against five diseases: diptheria, tetanus, meningitis, pertussis and hepatitis B. In vials like this one, which contains multiple doses, thimerosal is used as a preservative that can prevent contamination.

This mercury-containing compound, used as a vaccine preservative, is commonly used in lower-income countries — and deemed safe. The U.S. is now demanding that Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance stop using it.

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Catherine O'Hara, who starred in 'Home Alone' and 'Schitt's Creek,' dies at 71

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O'Hara enjoyed a six-decade career in TV and films playing sometimes over-the-top, but endearing characters. "I loved playing cocky untalented people," she told Fresh Air in 1992.

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Unmentioned but present, Trump is a common denominator in Asia-Europe ties

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Trump was not the only factor behind the agreements, but his shaking up of the global order is worrying friends and foes and driving them closer.

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Alex Pretti shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis prompts DOJ civil rights probe

People attend a candlelight vigil this week organized by health care workers at the site where Alex Pretti was killed in Minneapolis.

Alex Pretti's shooting death by federal agents in Minneapolis has prompted a DOJ civil rights probe. Renee Macklin Good's death by federal agents has not.

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Voices from Iran: women defy fear in the face of brutal crackdown

Iranian protesters gather on Enghelab (Revolution) Street during a demonstration in Tehran, Iran, on Jan. 8, 2026.

Amid Iran's deadly crackdown, three women share their stories of resistance, fear and an unyielding hope for freedom.

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Brown University pays out first workforce grants under deal with Trump

Brown University has awarded the first grants under its deal with the Trump Administration.

The Ivy League school is giving $1.5 million to a community college and to a nonprofit apprenticeship program.

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DOJ releases tranche of Epstein files, says it has met its legal obligations

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks during a press conference at the Department of Justice on Jan. 30, in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Justice on Friday released more than 3 million pages, more than 2,000 videos and 180,000 images in its files tied to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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'Washington Post' journalists plea to Bezos: Don't gut our newsroom

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Members of the newspaper's union say they have been warned the company could cut as many as 300 jobs, although no announcement has been made.

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Skier Lindsey Vonn's Winter Olympic comeback dream is in jeopardy after a crash

Skier Lindsey Vonn of the United States winces after crashing in the women

Vonn was seen clutching her left knee after crashing in a race in Switzerland on Friday, the last before the Winter Olympics. Her comeback after retiring in 2019 was one of Team USA's biggest stories.

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Feds arrest 4, including Don Lemon and Minnesota journalist over church protest

Journalist Don Lemon interviews Rep. Al Green (D-TX) (L) at a rally at Columbus Circle near Union Station on September 2, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Lemon was taken into custody by federal agents in Los Angeles, where he was covering the Grammy awards, his attorney, Abbe Lowell, said in a statement posted on social media.

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'ChatGPT saved my life.' How patients, and doctors, are using AI to make a diagnosis

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Hundreds of millions of people are turning to chatbots to help figure out what's wrong with them. Doctors say that's not always a bad thing. In fact, many are using it themselves.

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Homan plans to pull agents from Minnesota. And, Senate strikes short-term funding deal

Border czar Tom Homan speaks during a news conference about ongoing immigration enforcement operations on Jan. 29 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. President Trump announced Homan would take over the lead of Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Minnesota after federal agents shot and killed a second U.S. citizen during Operation Metro Surge.

Border czar Tom Homan has suggested possibly pulling some federal immigration agents out of Minnesota. And, Senate leaders struck a short-term funding deal to keep most of the government running.

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Trump taps Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve

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Trump plans to nominate Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the Federal Reserve, when Jerome Powell's term expires in May. The president has been pushing the central bank to slash interest rates.

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Are you on a high-deductible health plan? What do you wish you knew?

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People with ACA health insurance just saw prices surge and many switched to plans with high deductibles and health savings accounts. If that's you, what do you wish you knew about how your plan works?

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U.S. life expectancy is going up. Think how many more news quizzes you can do!

From left: a legend, a clue, and part or all of an answer.

When the news gets too heavy, the quiz is forced to turn to pop culture questions — so there are a lot this week. Let's see how you do!

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Kari Lake promotes Trump on Voice of America. Does that break the law?

Trump administration official Kari Lake praised the president effusively in a January 2026 appearance on Voice of America

Critics say U.S. Agency for Global Media's Kari Lake risks making Voice of America sound like a propaganda outlet in her remarks on the air praising President Trump.

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Trump thinks a weaker dollar is great for America. Is he right?

President Trump said he welcomes the weaker dollar despite concerns about some of its effects on the U.S. economy.

The president said this week that the value of the dollar is "great" despite a sharp tumble since last year. That may be true for certain parts of the economy — but not others.

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For U.S. figure skating, grief over the D.C. crash makes for a bittersweet Olympics

At the Ashburn Ice House, a memorial was created with photos and information honoring a coach, three skaters and their parents who died in the crash.

In the wake of the Jan. 2025 plane crash, some young skaters weren't sure they could continue. A year later, many have found that's the best way to honor those they lost.

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FAQ: What is wind chill, and why is it dangerous?

A person walks across a street during a winter storm in Philadelphia on Jan. 25. High winds and frigid weather can lead to dangerous wind chill conditions.

Strong winds can make it feel a lot colder than the thermometer suggests. Protect yourself by covering exposed skin and sheltering inside.

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Want to be part of a village? You might need to get out of your comfort zone

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If you've always dreamed of having a village but feel disconnected from your community, try these five tips. Plus: We want to hear from you. Tell us how you cultivate community where you live.

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