Elon Musk had more extensive ties to Epstein than previously known, emails show Newly released files from DoJ show the pair making plans in 2012 and 2013 for the Tesla CEO to visit Epstein’s island The Guardian - US · Jan 30
The Minneapolis Shootings Underline the Advantages of Body Cameras, Which DHS Has Been Slow To Adopt A pending appropriations bill could increase transparency and accountability by requiring DHS personnel to record encounters with the public. Reason · Jan 30
Stocks Close Down as Gold, Silver Spiral: Stock Market Today A "long-overdue correction" temporarily halted a massive rally in gold and silver, while the Dow took a hit from negative reactions to blue-chip earnings. Kiplinger · Jan 30
Voices: Starmer has his fragile China success – now he must handle it with care THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The prime minister will return from his much-hyped trip with modest gains that may look more impressive in time, but faces a tricky path ahead on which to hold on to them The Independent UK · Jan 30
‘We Are Not Politicians’—Mauricio Pochettino Fans Flames of 2026 World Cup Backlash The USMNT boss weighed in on the controversy surrounding this summer’s tournament. Sports Illustrated · Jan 30
GOP senator rips Trump response to Alex Pretti’s killing by feds in Minneapolis: ‘Stock going down?!’ ‘I don't think the American people are going to like that,’ Thom Tillis tells The Independent The Independent UK · Jan 30
Dollar Rallies and Precious Metals Plummet on Trump’s Pick for Fed Chair The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.79%. The dollar rallied on Friday after President Trump nominated Keven Warsh as the next Fed Chair. Mr. Warsh is seen as more hawkish than other Fed Chair candidates and often emphasized inflation risks during his tenure as a Fed Governor... Barchart · Jan 30
These are the 3 big hurdles to Trump's plan to extract Greenland's mineral wealth Few friends, local politics and logistical challenges make mining in Greenland extra challenging. Fortune · Jan 30
Crude Prices Falter as President Trump Dials Down Rhetoric on Iran March WTI crude oil (CLH26 ) on Friday closed down -0.21 (-0.32%), and March RBOB gasoline (RBH26 ) closed up +0.0069 (+0.36%). Crude oil prices gave up an early advance and turned lower after President Trump ratcheted down the war rhetoric over Iran and said he had overnight discussions with... Barchart · Jan 30
Exxon and Chevron decline new spending in Venezuela while taking a wait-and-see approach for the years ahead Exxon Mobil maintains long-term interest in Venezuela despite Trump’s threat to keep the company out, while Chevron aims to hike its Venezuelan volumes without any additional capital influx. Fortune · Jan 30
Trump calls ABC News ‘fake’ and ‘the worst,’ clashes with reporter when asked about $10 billion lawsuit President Trump labeled ABC News 'fake' and 'the worst' while attacking correspondent Karen Travers during an executive order signing. He refused to answer her question about his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury, which alleges a failure to prevent the leak of his tax records. The Times of India · Jan 30
Newsom demands civil rights investigation into Dr. Oz over alleged discrimination This represents the latest point of contention between California and federal officials The Independent UK · Jan 30
World creeps closer to eradicating human Guinea worm cases, with just 10 last year: Carter Center The Carter Center says there were only 10 reported cases of Guinea worm infections confined to three countries in 2025 The Independent UK · Jan 30
Trump lashes into female ABC News reporter with new insult when pressed on $10 billion IRS lawsuit ‘You’re a loud person,’ the president sneered on Friday at ABC News’ Karen Travers. ‘Very loud. Let somebody else have a chance.’ The Independent UK · Jan 30
The Guardian - US · Jan 30 US DoJ opens federal civil rights investigation into killing of Alex Pretti Deputy attorney general makes announcement over fatal shooting in Minneapolis as fierce protests there continue
The Guardian - US · Jan 30 Press freedom groups denounce arrests of two journalists including Don Lemon after Minnesota anti-ICE protest Groups say arrests of ex-CNN anchor and Georgia Fort are ‘extremely alarming’ and an ‘attack on the first amendment’
The Mary Sue · Jan 30 Donald Trump proudly announces ‘I don’t want to bring housing prices down,’ so homebuyers can just get lost During a Cabinet meeting on Jan. 29, Donald Trump made his housing policy unmistakably clear. He does not want homes to become affordable. He wants to keep prices high and make the people already inside the market wealthy. And homebuyers? They can stop dreaming.
The Times of India · Jan 30 ‘They do want to make a deal’: Trump says Iran ready for talks — how Tehran responded President Trump stated Iran is ready for a deal to avert US military action, though he did not reveal a deadline for talks. Iran's foreign minister countered that negotiations require equal footing and mutual respect, emphasizing that its missile capabilities are not up for discussion. Turkey has offered to mediate.
The Independent UK · Jan 30 Trump bizarrely claims he hired Doug Burgum for Cabinet post after seeing his wife on a horse It’s just the latest in a series of off-the-cuff outbursts by the president
We Got This Covered · Jan 30 As country descends into chaos, JD Vance says he’s here for the ‘coffee,’ insists he’s not Trump’s ‘fat friend’ Now's not the time for "dad jokes."
We Got This Covered · Jan 30 MAGA calls for Stephen Colbert to be canceled immediately after ‘The Late Show’ host claims it’s ‘unfair’ to compare ICE to Nazis MAGA didn't like Stephen Colbert's joke, but aren't they supposed to be all for free speech?
The Independent UK · Jan 30 Trump orders up IndyCar race for DC streets near National Mall as part of ‘Freedom 250’ celebration Executive order mandating 'America250 Grand Prix' joins Trump's plan for UFC fight on White House lawn
Fortune · Jan 30 Jerome Powell warned his successor to stay out of elected politics and offered other advice. Here’s what Kevin Warsh might do as Fed chair The former Fed governor is a strong critic of the Fed and shared his plans to shape the central bank in 2025.
The Independent UK · Jan 30 Trump hits out at ‘loud’ female reporter grilling him on IRS lawsuit Donald Trump admonished a female reporter who asked him why he is suing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Motorsport · Jan 30 Freedom 250 will be "economic benefit” to Washington D.C. says Roger Penske President Trump signed an executive order on Friday for a race in the nation’s capital