GOP lawmakers ding Powell probe as coercion, distraction Some Republican lawmakers on Monday criticized the Justice Department’s investigation of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Roll Call · Jan 12
Alaska's 'Mammoth Discovery' Debunked: Ancient Whale Bones Misidentified for Decades Bones thought to be world's youngest mammoths for 70 years turn out to be whales. DNA reveals shocking truth about Alaska museum fossils. International Business Times UK · Jan 12
‘Solidarity’ flotilla to Greenland planned by travel firm as Trump proposes land grab Exclusive: Expert Clive Stacey says news coverage given to the island could boost tourism The Independent UK · Jan 12
Nearly half of Americans are rejecting affiliation with Democrats or Republicans This shift, which may not be fully reflected in voters’ actual registration, reverses a three-year Republican advantage held during Biden's tenure The Independent UK · Jan 12
Trump’s attempts to influence Fed risk 1970s-style inflation and global backlash’ Analysts warn that White House pressure on US central bank to cut interest rates could put economy in danger The Guardian - UK · Jan 12
Over 590,000 Trump Mobile Buyers Complain: Phone Priced $499 Remains Undelivered Months After Payment Over 590,000 customers who pre-ordered President Trump's £370 ($499) T1 gold smartphone in June 2025 still have not received their devices, as Trump Mobile continues to delay shipments and accept deposits. International Business Times UK · Jan 12
Zara Larsson Calls Out Trump Supporters Following Backlash Over Her Anti-ICE Stance Singer Zara Larsson has directly called out Trump supporters after facing backlash over a viral social media post in which she expressed support for immigrants, trans people, welfare and socialism, while criticising ICE. International Business Times UK · Jan 12
‘ICE OUT’: Ariana Grande done playing nice, takes firm anti-Trump stance at Golden Globes Will the White House respond once again? We Got This Covered · Jan 12
Why Greenland’s vast natural resources won’t necessarily translate into huge profits The US is sabre-rattling over Greenland once again. The vast island’s natural resources are back on the agenda, a year after then-US national security advisor Michael Waltz announced: “This is about critical minerals. This is about natural resources.” The Conversation · Jan 12
Hundreds March In Mexico To Protest Against Potential U.S. Strikes In The Country Hundreds of people marched in Mexico city to protest against the possibility that the Trump administration will conduct strikes inside the country, according to a new report. Latin Times · Jan 12
US troop deployment in Mexico 'not on the table,' President Claudia Sheinbaum tells Trump Trump again said last week that land attacks against drug cartels would follow recent US maritime operations in the Pacific and Caribbean, without specifying where or when. Euronews · Jan 12
Warren pitches a bigger economic tent for Democrats Sen. Elizabeth Warren says Democrats need to hone their messaging on economic populist ideas as they look to regain ground in the midterms. Roll Call · Jan 12
Ex-Fed chairs condemn Trump’s bid to weaken central bank’s independence Statement signed by 13 former senior officials condemns ‘unprecedented’ assault on Fed’s independence The Guardian - US · Jan 12
Stocks Fall Slightly as Fed Independence Threatened The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.03%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.18%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.07%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.04%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures... Barchart · Jan 12
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Trump Posts Fake Wikipedia Page Naming Himself 'Acting President of Venezuela' US President Donald Trump shared a doctored Wikipedia-style image on Truth Social calling himself 'Acting President of Venezuela,' a satirical post amid global scrutiny after Maduro's capture.
Roll Call · Jan 12 Spending bills, prices, health care top 2026 agenda for Congress Republicans in Congress have to weigh how aggressive they need to be to try to advance President Trump's policies as the midterms approach.
The Independent UK · Jan 12 Machado urges Pope Leo to support release of Venezuelan prisoners Pope Leo XIV has met with María Corina Machado at the Vatican
Euronews · Jan 12 Paramount sues Warner Bros, launches proxy war to scupper Netflix deal Paramount Skydance claims WBD’s Netflix transaction undervalues the company and says shareholders should decide, as it prepares a proxy contest and court action in Delaware.
The Independent UK · Jan 12 London’s homicide rate is at a record low as mayor says it disproves Trump's 'dystopian' claims London's murder rate fell in 2025 to its lowest level in decades, officials said Monday
Latin Times · Jan 12 Mexican President Sheinbaum Says She Had a 'Very Good' Conversation With Trump And Discussed The 'Respect To Our Sovereignties' Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she had a "good" phone call with U.S. counterpart Donald Trump following the latter's threat to "start hitting land with regards to the cartels" in the neighboring country.
GOBankingRates · Jan 12 How To Sanction-Proof Your Budget Before Oil Markets Get Rocky Here's how to help lessen the blow and prepare for potential oil price shocks, supply disruptions and sudden sanctions.
The Independent UK · Jan 12 Dems demand emergency court hearing over access to ICE jails — with funding on the line Kristi Noem quietly restricted lawmakers from visiting detention centers after Renee Good’s killing
The Independent UK · Jan 12 Why the Nato alliance is at risk amid Trump’s threats to Greenland The United States taking the territory of another ally would set a dangerous precendent
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Iran Warns Trump of 'Immediate Revenge'; 500+ Dead in Protests, Including Student Fatally Shot in Head Iran warns of immediate revenge against the US if Trump intervenes as deadly protests kill over 500, including a student shot in the head, escalating global tensions.
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Jerome Powell Warns Donald Trump Using Criminal Probe As 'Pretext' To Kill Fed Independence Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reveals a criminal investigation and grand jury subpoenas linked to his testimony on Fed matters, framing the move as political pressure from the Trump administration.