‘Extraordinary cold’: Trump says Putin agreed to pause attacks on Ukraine for a week as temperatures plunge .. The Times of India · Jan 29
Bruce Springsteen releases a powerful new song about the Minneapolis ICE killings — and the name he gives Trump’s forces has the president fuming Only took three days to produce this banger. We Got This Covered · Jan 29
A World Cup boycott would be a big statement but unlikely to accomplish much International sporting events don’t often see teams refuse to participate for a cause – but when it’s happened, it hasn’t been effective The Guardian - US · Jan 29
Canada separatists accused of ‘treason’ after secret talks with US state department Alberta activists’ covert meetings with US officials revealed, outlining group’s increasingly emboldened efforts The Guardian - US · Jan 29
Melania documentary pulled from South African theaters for ‘political reasons’ Film is scheduled to release Friday worldwide The Independent UK · Jan 29
House Republicans lean into voter ID debate Election requirements are at the heart of a new mega-package — and a brewing floor revolt over proof of citizenship. Roll Call · Jan 29
“I Don’t Let Bullies Win”: Rep. Ilhan Omar Isn’t Letting the Man Who Accosted Her Stop Her Fight She was ready to fight him! The Mary Sue · Jan 29
UK unlikely to join a US attack on Iran – but may help Gulf states if Tehran retaliates Deployment of RAF Typhoon squadron to Qatar signals willingness to protect country from a counterattack The Guardian - UK · Jan 29
Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico in dead heat in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary, new poll finds The survey of likely Democratic voters suggests the March 3 primary is a toss-up less than three weeks out from early voting. The Texas Tribune · Jan 29
As Big Tech CEOs speak up about violence in Minneapolis, 1 in 3 corporate leaders think ICE tensions are ‘not relevant to their business’ A new CNBC poll of CEOs and top executives found companies are more hesitant to comment on politics, and some fear backlash from the Trump administration. Fortune · Jan 29
Putin has agreed ceasefire for Ukrainian cities, Trump says Moscow yet to confirm ceasefire after millions left without power or electricity in freezing temperatures amid Russian bombardment Evening Standard · Jan 29
Trump floats Ted Cruz for Supreme Court again, and his reason why Democrats would approve him has everyone laughing That’s peak roasting! We Got This Covered · Jan 29
Senator demands answers after Trump accepted Rolex and gold bar before slashing tariffs on Switzerland Trump’s love of lavish gifts is well known and many are displayed in the Oval Office The Independent UK · Jan 29
Trump says US will reopen commercial airspace over Venezuela US President Donald Trump announced the reopening of commercial airspace over Venezuela, allowing Americans to travel to the country soon. This move follows initial steps to restore diplomatic ties, including deploying temporary staff to the US Embassy. American Airlines plans to resume flights, reconnecting families and fostering business between the… The Times of India · Jan 29
Euronews · Jan 29 Ukraine contacts SpaceX over Russian drones allegedly using Starlink, officials say US President Donald Trump said that he has asked Russian President Vladimir Putin not to target Kyiv for one week as the region experiences frigid temperatures.
The Times of India · Jan 29 What is the 'Trump Gold Card'? Will Nicki Minaj become a US citizen now? Rapper Nicki Minaj has made headlines after switching gears from critic to fervent supporter of President Trump, proudly unveiling her 'Trump Gold Card.' This prestigious card is part of an initiative that fast-tracks residency for wealthy immigrants willing to invest significantly.
The Independent UK · Jan 29 TikTok users are deleting the app after Trump ally takeover Users have raised censorship concerns, which TikTok denies
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 What is behind the extraordinary rise in investment into silver and gold? Experts say factors including Trump’s aggressive policies and pressure on the dollar are pushing investors toward ‘safe haven’ of precious metals
Axios · Jan 29 Trump claims Putin promised to stop bombing Ukraine's cities due to extreme cold Millions of Ukrainian civilians have been suffering without heat or running water.
Reason · Jan 29 Stephen Miller's Hardline Immigration Tactics Are Backfiring Miller says he’s waging a war for America. Americans see a brutal war on them.
Evening Standard · Jan 29 Mixed day for stocks as Trump hits out at Fed chief for refusal to cut rates The FTSE 100 index closed up 17.33 points, 0.2%, at 10,171.76.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 It is time world leaders matched Donald Trump’s game Letters: Readers respond to an article by Jonathan Freedland on the need for a new western alliance to stand up to the US president
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 Donald Trump’s perverse policy on climate change Letter: Of all the president’s policy initiatives, this is the most potentially catastrophic, says former supreme court justice Robert Carnwath
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 Shamima Begum is a blot on Sajid Javid’s copybook Brief letters: Citizenship | Apostrophes | Duvets | World Cup | Going Trumpless
The Independent UK · Jan 29 Where is my tax refund? Here’s why it might be coming later this year Tax refunds are issued when an individual has paid more tax throughout the year than they ultimately owe, often due to withholding