Worried About a K-Shaped Economy? Buy This Top Dividend ETF for 2026. SCHD looks well-positioned to outperform significantly if the economy turns south in 2026. Barchart · Jan 7
US immigration agents shot at people 16 times under Trump’s crackdown Data compiled by news non-profit the Trace shows 29 incidents as of 9 January, including 16 shootings The Guardian - US · Jan 7
The Latest: ICE officer's killing of a motorist during Minneapolis immigration crackdown An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a Minneapolis motorist during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown on a major American city — a shooting that federal officials claimed was an act of self-defense but that the city’s mayor described as “reckless” and unnecessary The Independent UK · Jan 7
Tony Dokoupil’s ‘embarrassing’ first days at CBS Evening News savaged by staff: ‘It’s state TV’ EXCLUSIVE: In a conversation with one of his handlers during an ad break, Pete Hegseth said during his interview with Tony Dokoupil that ‘we did it at Bari's request and because CBS News did something right on this.’ The Independent UK · Jan 7
The 11 countries Trump is threatening — and why Here are the countries Trump has threatened and why. Axios · Jan 7
Trump threatens to ban Wall Street from buying the house next door, saying 'American Dream is increasingly out of reach for far too many people' Trump has not yet released draft legislation or an executive order, but officials and outside analysts say the administration is exploring several avenues. Fortune · Jan 7
US branded a ‘gangster state’ over Venezuela attack amid call for government sanctions Lord Sikka warned that the UK Government's failure to condemn US "aggression" risks emboldening Trump to "annex" further territories The Independent UK · Jan 7
Dollar Edges Higher on Strength in US Service Sector Activity The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.11%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Wednesday and moved higher after Dec ISM services index unexpectedly expanded at its fastest pace in 14 months. The dollar also rose amid increased safe-haven demand after the US seized a Russian-flagged tanker... Barchart · Jan 7
ICE shooting updates: Protests erupt in Minneapolis as officer who killed Renee Nicole Good is identified Protesters clash with federal agents Thursday in Minneapolis following fatal shooting of mother-of-three The Independent UK · Jan 7
Venezuela Just Thrust Oil Stocks Into the Spotlight. Does That Make BP a Buy Here? BP is a blue-chip energy stock that offers you a dividend yield of almost 6% in 2026 and could gain traction in Venezuela. Barchart · Jan 7
Cuba’s leaders just lost an ally in Maduro − if starved of Venezuelan oil, they may also lose what remains of their public support Footage of a handcuffed Nicolás Maduro being escorted to a Brooklyn detention center will come as uncomfortable viewing for political leaders in Havana. The Conversation · Jan 7
ICE Agent Shoots Woman Dead After She 'Weaponized Her Vehicle': 'He Saved His Life and Other Officers' A federal ICE agent shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis after officials claimed she 'weaponised her vehicle'; local leaders and witnesses dispute the self-defence narrative amid widespread protest and calls for investigation. International Business Times UK · Jan 7
Trump expected to announce Gaza Board of Peace next week: U.S. officials Around 15 world leaders are expected to be named to the board. Axios · Jan 7
Trump says he wants to ban large investors from buying houses. It's part of his affordability plan President Donald Trump says he wants to block large institutional investors from buying houses, saying that a ban would make it easier for younger families to buy their first homes The Independent UK · Jan 7
Latin Times · Jan 7 John Bolton Slams Trump for Sidelining Machado in Venezuelan Transition: 'I Don't Think He Understands Anything' Former national security adviser John Bolton said President Donald Trump does not understand the situation in Venezuela and is making a mistake by sidelining opposition leader María Corina Machado.
The Independent UK · Jan 7 Trump immigration policies and aging population slow US growth projection, budget office says The U.S. population is projected to grow more slowly over the next 30 years
The Independent UK · Jan 7 Minneapolis mayor goes on profanity-filled anti-ICE tirade after agent shoots woman dead Mayor Jacob Frey strongly disputed Trump administration’s ‘bull ***’ claims that the shooting was in self-defense
The Guardian - US · Jan 7 María Corina Machado to publish book on political vision for Venezuela amid upheaval Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel peace prize winner will lay out vision for the country in book publishing in US
The Guardian - AU · Jan 7 Morning Mail: US seizes Russian tanker, ‘Super-K’ summer flu strain spreads, Ashes last rites High-stakes operation in the north Atlantic risks confrontation with Moscow; falling vaccinations blamed for virulent ‘Super-K’ bug
Fortune · Jan 7 Trump’s Greenland takeover would require ‘billions upon billions’ spent over decades to acquire a mineral industry that doesn’t yet exist, experts say As the White House confirms military force is "always an option," experts say the costs—financial, strategic, and geopolitical—will be staggering.
International Business Times UK · Jan 7 Chilling Footage Shows Ice Agent Shoots Woman Who Allegedly Tries to Ram Officers With Car A fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis has ignited protests and official disputes over the use of force, with video and eyewitness accounts challenging federal claims.
The Independent UK · Jan 7 The art of the drill: Trump considers subsidies to push oil companies to drill in Venezuela Two of the three major US oil companies pulled business out of Venezuela nearly two decades ago after assets were seized
The Independent UK · Jan 7 Europe should prepare for world without US nuclear deterrence, former Nato chief warns Trump’s threat to take Greenland, from a Nato ally, raises doubt on US commitment to extended nuclear deterrence across Europe
Euronews · Jan 7 Rubio says he plans to meet Danish officials next week to talk about US interest in Greenland Tensions with NATO members escalated after the White House said Tuesday that the “US military is always an option.” Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned earlier this week that a US takeover would amount to the end of NATO.
The Independent UK · Jan 7 Zohran Mamdani defends his appointee after ‘white supremacy’ posts resurface Weaver said some of the messages were ‘regretful’ and ’not something I would say today’