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US Freezes Gavi Funding Over Mercury Preservative in Vaccines

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

The Trump administration has frozen funding to Gavi, the global vaccine alliance, unless the organization commits to eliminating thimerosal, a mercury-containing preservative used in vaccines across low-income countries.

US

DOJ Releases 3 Million Pages in Epstein Files

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

The U.S. Justice Department has made public more than 3 million pages from its Jeffrey Epstein files. The release includes videos and photos, with protections for victims.

Technology

SpaceX Eyes June 2026 IPO at $1.5 Trillion Valuation

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut in mid-2026 that could become the largest IPO ever. The move comes as the company handles strong demand for shares through private…

Technology

Waabi Raises $1 Billion and Partners with Uber for Robotaxis

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Waabi, a self-driving startup from Toronto, raised $1 billion and signed a deal with Uber to put 25,000 robotaxis on its app. The move takes the company from trucks to…

Sports

Vonn Injures Knee in Crash One Week Before Olympics

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Lindsey Vonn crashed during a downhill race in Switzerland on Friday, hurting her left knee and requiring a hospital visit. The three-time Olympic medalist insists her dream of competing in…

Sports

Vikings Shock NFL by Firing GM Adofo-Mensah After Four Seasons

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

The Minnesota Vikings have fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah after four seasons with the team. The decision comes just eight months after he signed a contract extension and follows a…

Science

Night Owls Face Higher Heart Disease Risk in Later Life

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Adults who stay up late and peak in activity during evenings show worse heart health scores and increased chances of heart attacks or strokes compared to early risers. The risks…

Science

Night Owls Face 16% Higher Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke

January 30, 2026 Amanda Reeves

A major study tracking over 300,000 adults has found that people who naturally stay up late face significantly higher risks of heart attack and stroke, with the problem particularly acute…

Entertainment

Melania Trump’s Documentary Hits Theaters Amid Controversy

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Melania Trump's documentary premiered at the Kennedy Center on Thursday and hits theaters nationwide today, marking one of the most expensive film deals ever made for a political figure's personal…

Entertainment

Send Help Earns $2.2M in Previews Before Friday Debut

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

Sam Raimi's new movie Send Help made $2.2 million in preview screenings Thursday night. The R-rated thriller stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien as stranded coworkers facing survival challenges on…

Finance

Trump Names Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair Pick to Succeed Powell

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

President Trump has selected Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve, replacing Jerome Powell whose term ends in May. Warsh, known for his critiques of Fed policies, could shift the…

World

Ukraine Enjoys Quiet Night After Trump-Putin Strike Pause Deal

January 30, 2026 Amanda Reeves

Ukraine saw fewer attacks overnight following a reported deal between Trump and Putin to pause strikes on cities until February 1. The move comes as brutal cold hits the region…

World

Panama Supreme Court Voids Hong Kong Firm’s Canal Port Contracts

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

Panama's Supreme Court has annulled key port contracts held by a Hong Kong conglomerate, leaving the future of two major canal terminals uncertain and complicating a major international sale.

US

Senate Races to Pass Funding Deal Before Shutdown Hits

January 30, 2026 Tyler Brennan

Lawmakers in the Senate are working late to approve a funding package that covers most federal agencies until the end of the fiscal year. The deal separates Homeland Security funding…

US

Trump Names Kevin Warsh as Next Federal Reserve Chair Pick

January 30, 2026 Amanda Reeves

President Donald Trump said he plans to nominate Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve after Jerome Powell's term ends in May. Warsh, a past Fed governor, has called for…

Technology

Halo Marks 25 Years With Global Celebration and Seattle Festival

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Twenty-five years after the original game launched, Halo Studios is marking the milestone with a major three-day festival in Seattle, community-driven events, and exclusive content creator resources.

Sports

Alcaraz Survives Zverev Marathon to Reach First Australian Open Final

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Carlos Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev in a five-set epic at the Australian Open semifinals. He overcame leg issues to advance to his first final in Melbourne.

Sports

Falcons Name Ian Cunningham New General Manager

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Ian Cunningham, formerly the Chicago Bears' assistant general manager, is the Atlanta Falcons' new GM. He steps in after the team parted ways with Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris.

Science

Why the Pacific Ocean Sits 20 Centimeters Higher Than the Atlantic

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

The Pacific Ocean sits about 20 centimeters higher than the Atlantic at the Panama Canal. The difference comes down to water temperature, salt content, and ocean currents.

Science

Why Pacific Water Sits Higher Than Atlantic at Panama Canal

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

Ships passing through the Panama Canal face a surprising fact: Pacific water stands higher than Atlantic water at the ends. This stems from natural ocean differences handled by the canal's…

Entertainment

BayView Secures North American Rights to FlareFlow Microdramas

January 30, 2026 Tyler Brennan

BayView Entertainment has picked up North American rights to FlareFlow microdramas. The Los Angeles-based distributor will release the short-form vertical videos on VOD and TVOD services.

Finance

Indonesia Stock CEO Resigns After $80 Billion Market Drop

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

The head of Indonesia's stock exchange has quit after a two-day plunge wiped out $80 billion from the market. The drop followed a warning from index provider MSCI about investability…

Finance

China Shifts to Services to Boost Consumer Spending

January 30, 2026 Tyler Brennan

China's government has unveiled a new strategy to encourage spending on services such as trains, cruises and concerts. This comes as earlier efforts to boost purchases of goods like cars…

World

Trump Warns UK Over China Ties After Starmer-Xi Meeting

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

President Donald Trump warned the UK against closer business with China hours after Prime Minister Keir Starmer held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing. Starmer called the meeting productive, focusing…

World

Trump Warns UK Over China Ties After Starmer-Xi Meeting

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

President Donald Trump warned the UK against closer ties with China hours after Prime Minister Keir Starmer held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing. Starmer called the meeting productive, seeking…

US

Trumps Attend Melania Documentary Premiere at Kennedy Center

January 30, 2026 Tyler Brennan

President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump walked the red carpet at the Kennedy Center for the premiere of her new documentary 'Melania.' The event drew crowds and spotlighted a…

Technology

Halo Marks 25 Years with Fest, Free Items and Fan Events

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

The Halo video game series turns 25 in 2026 with a full year of events. Highlights include a Seattle festival, free customizations in Halo Infinite and community contests.

Technology

Ethos Goes Public on Nasdaq as Insurtech Rivals Fade

January 30, 2026 Tyler Brennan

Ethos Technologies debuted on Nasdaq Thursday, raising $200 million in one of 2026's first big tech IPOs. The company showed profits and growth while many insurtech competitors disappeared from the…

Sports

Australian Open Men’s Semis: Alcaraz vs Zverev, Sinner vs Djokovic

January 30, 2026 Vincent K

Four top men remain in the Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic. Semifinals today decide Sunday's final matchup.

Science

Green Ice Covers Czech Lake Lipno in Rare Winter Bloom

January 30, 2026 Lauren Whitmore

Ice on Lake Lipno in South Bohemia froze green at the end of 2025 from trapped cyanobacteria. Researchers say this points to bigger changes in the lake from pollution and…