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Virginia’s New Governor Moves Swiftly to Overhaul State University Boards

Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, appointed new board members at three state schools, hours after she was sworn in as Virginia’s first female governor. [...]

These Are the 12 States Vying to Kick Off Democrats’ 2028 Contest

There were a few surprises, and subtle regional digs, as Democratic state parties angled for early spots on the next presidential primary calendar. The New York Times reviewed their applications. [...]

Shooting at Historic New Orleans Restaurant Leaves One Dead, Several Wounded

The restaurant, Dooky Chase’s, is a New Orleans fixture with deep ties to the civil rights movement. The authorities say it was not intentionally targeted. [...]

Conservative Influencer Chased From Minneapolis Streets by Counterprotesters

A protest at City Hall was organized by a conservative influencer to draw attention to a fraud scandal in the state. He was chased by counterprotesters lobbing water balloons in frigid temperatures. [...]

Trump Announces New Tariffs on Some European Countries in Greenland Standoff

The president escalated his drive to take charge of the Danish territory, targeting Denmark and seven other European countries with a 10 percent rate. [...]

The People of Minneapolis vs. ICE: A Street-Level View

An intense cat-and-mouse game is putting enraged residents face to face with heavily armed federal agents. [...]

A Trump Veto Leaves Republicans in Colorado Parched and Bewildered

The first veto of the president’s second term killed legislation that would have brought clean water to some of the most conservative parts of the state. Residents wonder why. [...]

After Renee Good’s Killing, Some Conservatives Scorn Liberal Women

Vocal Trump supporters are demonizing Renee Good, her partner and their allies, with some even using an acronym: AWFUL, or Affluent White Female Urban Liberal. [...]

Rick Caruso Will Not Run for L.A. Mayor or California Governor in 2026

Mr. Caruso had the potential to shake up the contests for Los Angeles mayor or California governor. [...]

Court Blocks Trump Administration From Freezing Food Stamps in Minnesota

With tensions high between the White House and the state, the ruling temporarily halted plans to withhold over $129 million in funding. [...]

AP analysis shows 10% of U.S. House members have announced they're not running for reelection

Dozens of U.S. House members have announced they are not running for reelection. Some are seeking other offices, while others are retiring after decades of service. [...]

Justice Department investigates Minnesota Gov. Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Frey

The Justice Department is investigating whether Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey have impeded federal immigration enforcement through public statements they have made, according to two people familiar with the matter. [...]

WATCH: Trump commends Iran for reportedly canceling hundreds of executions

"Iran canceled the hanging of over 800 people," Trump told reporters while leaving the White House to spend the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. He added "and I greatly respect the fact that they canceled." [...]

Wages won't be garnished for student loan borrowers in default, Trump administration says in policy reversal

It's not clear whether the department collected any wages since Jan. 7, the day the administration originally said it would begin garnishing [...]

WATCH: Trump attends ceremony in Florida renaming Southern Boulevard in his honor

As the first year of Trump's second term wraps up, his Republican administration and allies have put his name on the U.S. Institute of Peace, the Kennedy Center performing arts venue and a new class of battleships that's yet to be built. [...]

Trump to pardon former Puerto Rico Gov. Vázquez in campaign finance case, White House says

Vázquez pleaded guilty last August to a campaign finance violation in a federal case that authorities say also involved a former FBI agent and a Venezuelan banker. Her sentencing was set for later this month. [...]

WATCH: Abigail Spanberger inaugurated as Virginia's first woman governor

History will be made in Virginia on Saturday as Abigail Spanberger is sworn in as the state's first woman governor. [...]

Trump considers punishing countries with tariffs if they don't back U.S. takeover of Greenland

President Donald Trump suggested Friday that he may punish countries with tariffs if they don't back the U.S. controlling Greenland, a message that came as a bipartisan Congressional delegation sought to lower tensions in the Danish capital. [...]

In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island

Greenlanders are worried. Naaja Nathanielsen, a Greenlandic minister, said people are not sleeping and children are afraid. [...]

Delcy Rodríguez calls for opening oil industry to foreign investment and warmer US ties

Rodríguez lays out a vision for Venezuela's new political reality after the United States captured and toppled former President Nicolás Maduro. [...]

Trump tariff threat over Greenland 'unacceptable', European leaders say

The US president says several European allies opposed to his plans to buy Greenland will face 10% tariffs from February. [...]

Nasa's mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad for Artemis II mission

Final preparations now get underway for the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. [...]

Iran supreme leader acknowledges thousands killed during recent protests

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says some deaths were “inhuman” and “savage” but blames the US. [...]

Big names on Trump's peace panel face huge challenges in Gaza

Whatever the concerns and complexities, it remains the only plan in town, with many world leaders pledging to support it, writes John Sudworth. [...]

US judge restricts ICE response to Minneapolis protesters

The legal order comes ahead of planned weekend protests and counter protests in the city amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions. [...]

Ugandan leader extends 40-year rule after winning contested poll

President Yoweri Museveni wins a seventh term, as his main rival Bobi Wine decries "fake results". [...]

Avalanches kill five off-piste skiers in Austrian Alps

A number of people have died in the Alps over the past week, as heavy snowfall has hit the region. [...]

Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says study refuting Trump autism claims

Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy. [...]

Japanese mayor apologises after calling staff 'human scum'

Yokohama mayor Takeharu Yamanaka admits using the terms "idiot" and "human scum" to disparage staff. [...]

Google appeals landmark antitrust verdict over search monopoly

The tech giant is seeking a pause on court-ordered fixes aimed at limiting its monopoly power. [...]

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