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On today's episode:

• FBI combs desert terrain for clues in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
• Republicans' edge on immigration shrinks as independents balk at Trump's tactics, AP-NORC poll shows.
• Europe warily awaits Rubio at Munich Security Conference as Trump roils transatlantic ties.
• U.S. ice dancing favorites fall short of gold at the Winter Olympics, an American snowboarding star advances and an upset in men’s hockey, finalists for the Basketball Hall of Fame are announced, the NBA’s top pick will miss All-Star Weekend, a champion NASCAR driver secures the Daytona pole and more.
• Pentagon let CBP use anti-drone laser before FAA closed El Paso airspace, AP sources say.
• Attorneys for woman shot by Border Patrol release records that contradict government account.
• Democratic senators decry indictment attempt, warning it 'could break this institution'.
• Trump says he 'insisted' to Netanyahu that US talks with Iran continue as Israel wants them expanded.
• Russia says it will stick to New START's nuclear arms limits as long as US does.
• Trump administration official says El Paso airspace closure was tied to Mexican cartel drones.
• Buddhist monks walk to the US Capitol on the final day of their 15-week journey from Texas.
• Alex Murdaugh continues to insist he didn't kill wife and son as he gets another day in court.
• Six months after explosion, Pennsylvania mill town sees hope but a history of disappointment.
• US stocks wobble after feeling both the upside and downside of a strong jobs report.
• US employers add surprising 130,000 jobs last month, but revisions cut thousands of 2024-2025 jobs.
• James Van Der Beek, the 'Dawson's Creek' star who later mocked his own hunky persona, has died at 48.
• Bad Bunny streams skyrocketed after the Super Bowl, up 175% in the U.S..
• Ukraine's Vladyslav Heraskevych out of Winter Olympics over banned helmet honoring war dead.
• LA28 board backs Casey Wasserman after Epstein files stir scrutiny.
• Lindsey Vonn says she had a 'successful' 3rd surgery on broken leg following crash at the Olympics.
• Stewart suspended 7 games and 3 other players are penalized for fighting in Pistons-Hornets game.
• Russia fires another barrage at Ukrainian cities as next round of US-brokered talks is unclear.
• EU leaders meet to counter pressure from Russia, China and Trump.
• Suspect in Canada shooting is identified as an 18-year-old with history of police visits to her home.
• Russian drone attack kills a father and 3 children in Ukraine while pregnant mother survives.
• New revelations from Epstein files take a toll across Europe.
• Tropical Cyclone Gezani hits Madagascar and kills at least 20.

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On today's episode:

• U.S.-Canada bridge brouhaha deepens as White House says Trump could amend a permit for the project.
• Shooter in British Columbia, Canada, killed 9 people at a school and home, police say.
• Iran commemorates 1979 revolution as nation is squeezed by anger over crackdown and tensions with US.
• FAA closes airspace around El Paso, Texas, for 10 days, grounding all flights.
• LeBron James will sit for Lakers vs Spurs, taking him out of consideration for 22nd All-NBA honors.
• Grand jury refuses to indict Democratic lawmakers in connection with illegal military orders video.
• FBI search of Georgia offices tied to probe of possible 2020 election 'defects,' affidavit says.
• ICE chief defends his officers' actions before Congress after the deaths of 2 protesters.
• US to expand passport revocations for parents who owe child support, AP sources say.
• Trump administration takes down a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument.
• Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledges meetings with Epstein that contradict previous claims.
• Utah Gov. Cox promises US is still a welcoming place as state prepares to host 2034 Olympics.
• A person has been detained for questioning in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, AP sources say.
• FBI releases first surveillance images of masked person on Nancy Guthrie's porch.
• FDA to reassess the safety of BHA, a preservative used in popular snack foods.
• A 15-week 'Walk for Peace' concludes with Buddhist monks' arrival in Washington.
• Malinowski concedes to Mejia in Democratic US House special primary in New Jersey.
• A 15-week 'Walk for Peace' concludes with Buddhist monks' arrival in Washington.
• Small plane makes emergency landing on a busy Georgia road and strikes 3 vehicles.
• Google, Meta, push back on addiction claims in landmark social media trial.
• Paramount sweetens offer to Warner Bros shareholders in hostile takeover fight.
• US stocks drift to a mixed finish as yields fall after a discouraging report on US shoppers.
• Retail sales unchanged in December from November, closing out year on a lackluster tone.
• Chappell Roan leaves talent agency led by Casey Wasserman, who appears in Epstein files.
• A dominant showing for U.S. women’s hockey in a possible gold medal game teaser, more highs for Ilia Malinin and lows for Mikaela Shiffrin at the Winter Olympics, a Super Bowl quarterback avoids surgery, Super Bowl LX ratings fall short of records, a long streak ends for the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and a homecoming for a three-time Cy Young winner.
• Justin Verlander returns to the Detroit Tigers on a $13 million, one-year contract.
• Charlie Woods makes verbal commitment to play at Florida State.
• How Mandelson appointment nearly cost Starmer his job as UK prime minister.

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On today's episode:

• Democrats say White House offer on ICE is 'insufficient' as Homeland Security funding set to expire.
• Palace says King Charles III will support police assessing former Prince Andrew's Epstein links.
• US figure skater Amber Glenn resolves copyright issue with a Canadian music artist at the Olympics.
• Record snow drought in Western US raises concern for a spring of water shortages and wildfires.
• US immigration court blocks deportation of Tufts graduate student from Turkey, her attorneys say.
• Ghislaine Maxwell declined to answer questions from a House committee, citing 5th Amendment rights.
• President Trump is reacting to the halftime show at the Super Bowl.
• US snowboard star Chloe Kim calls for unity after Trump bashes teammate over immigrant crackdown.
• US forces board tanker carrying sanctioned oil in the Indian Ocean, Pentagon says.
• Netanyahu to press Trump on Iran in last-minute Washington trip.
• Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note deadline approaches as search enters a second week.
• Four Massachusetts State Police officials indicted in connection to recruit's death in training.
• San Francisco public schoolteachers strike over wages and health benefits.
• NYC nurses reach a deal to end a strike at 2 major hospitals while walkout continues at another.
• US stocks drift higher as gold, silver and bitcoin stabilize.
• Arguments to begin in landmark social media addiction trial set in Los Angeles.
• Retail operator of outdoor sportswear pioneer Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy.
• Bad Bunny brings Gaga, Martin and Puerto Rican pride to Super Bowl as Green Day, Puth play pregame.
• Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show sparks global streaming surge, Apple Music data shows.
• Catherine O'Hara died from a pulmonary embolism. Cancer was the underlying cause.
• Indiana announces plans for a bronze statue of former coach Bob Knight in Assembly Hall lobby.
• A U.S. skiing legend reveals her injury diagnosis after Olympic crash, an NFL player is shot one day after Super Bowl LX, lawsuits against a star quarterback are dismissed, a college hoops player is ruled ineligible after returning from the pros, AP Top 25 poll updates and a star shooter will miss the NBA All-Star Game.
• Backed by NFL and Olympics, flag football gains momentum in NCAA emerging sports program.
• Dutch speedskater Jutta Leerdam wins women's 1,000 Olympic gold with fiancé Jake Paul in the stands.
• Israeli minister calls West Bank measures 'de facto sovereignty,' says no future Palestinian state.
• Israeli strikes kill 3 people in Gaza, hospital says.
• China’s Lunar New Year travel rush begins with record 9.5 billion trips expected.
• Leader of Scotland’s Labour Party calls on Starmer to resign over Epstein revelations.

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On today's episode:

• 'We will pay,' Savannah Guthrie says in desperate video plea to potential kidnappers of her mother.
• Prince William and Princess Catherine express deep concern for Epstein victims.
• Seahawks ride their 'Dark Side' defense to a Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13.
• Ilia Malinin's stunning free skate secures US figure skating team gold at Milan Cortina Olympics.
• Trial to begin in Georgia for the father of the Apalachee High School shooting suspect.
• FBI concluded Jeffrey Epstein wasn’t running a sex trafficking ring for powerful men, files show.
• The US said a Marine could not adopt an Afghan girl. Records show officials helped him get her.
• Trump aims to hold the first meeting of his new Board of Peace in Washington this month.
• US gave Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach agreement to end war, Zelenskyy says.
• Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it.
• Feds can't withhold social service funds from 5 Democratic states amid fraud claims, judge rules.
• With $48M in philanthropic backing, a division of USAID relaunches as a nonprofit.
• Colorado funeral home owner who abused nearly 200 corpses gets 40 years, decried as a 'monster'.
• At least 3 people have died from eating Death Cap mushrooms as they spread in California after rains.
• Luigi Mangione speaks out in protest as judge sets state murder trial for June 8.
• Seattle avenges its Super Bowl loss to Patriots with second title, a running back gets MVP honors for the first time in 28 years, Seattle’s OC is headed to Vegas, a U.S. Olympic skiing icon is airlifted after a crash, the U.S. defends its gold in team figure skating and a playoff decides golf’s Phoenix Open.
• Breezy Johnson wins Olympic downhill on day marred by American teammate Lindsey Vonn's crash.
• Lindsey Vonn's fall explained A reverse banked section, an unfortunate bump and an inflated air bag.
• The Milan Cortina Olympics’ opening ceremony begins with Italian icons and Mariah Carey singing.
• Thames Valley police 'assesses claims' the ex-prince Andrew sent sensitive reports to Epstein.
• UK leader Starmer fights for his job as Mandelson-Epstein revelations spark a leadership crisis.
• Babies among 53 dead or missing after migrant boat sinks off Libya, UN says.
• Norwegian ambassador resigns as she faces scrutiny over contacts with Epstein.
• China critic and former media tycoon Jimmy Lai is sentenced to 20 years in a Hong Kong security case.
• Venezuelan opposition leader Machado says a close ally was kidnapped hours after prison release.
• UK leader's chief of staff quits over appointment of Mandelson as ambassador despite Epstein ties.
• Drone attack by paramilitary group in Sudan kills 24, including 8 children, doctors' group says.
• Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue.

—The Associated Press

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• Seahawks, Patriots set to meet in Super Bowl 60.
• Bad Bunny says he will bring his culture to 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance.
• This year’s Super Bowl commercials feature AI, weight-loss drugs and celebrities galore.
• US births dropped last year, suggesting the 2024 uptick was short-lived.
• Hims & Hers launches copy of Wegovy pill, prompting legal threats from drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
• Pandemic disruptions to health care worsened cancer survival, study suggests.
• 2-month-olds see the world in a more complex way than scientists thought, study suggests.
• 08 Study shows particle pollution from wildfire smoke was tied to 24,100 deaths per year in the US.
• Takeaways from the AP's reporting on PFAS contamination of private drinking water wells.
• Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it.
• Key participant in 2012 Benghazi, Libya, attack that killed 4 Americans is in custody, Bondi says.
• Trooper and pilot mourned after they were killed in Arizona law enforcement helicopter crash.
• Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on 4 counts of sexual contact with a child.
• US stocks soar to their best day since May as the Dow tops 50,000 and bitcoin stops plunging.
• With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine's diners.
• Collar cams offer a bear's eye view into the lives of grizzlies on Alaska's desolate North Slope.
• EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users.
• Norwegian crown princess issues apology to those 'disappointed' amid scrutiny of Epstein links.
• On this week's AP Religion Roundup, New York gets a new archbishop, and too-political angel is painted over.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Minneapolis man is charged with threatening and cyberstalking ICE officers.
• Savannah Guthrie's missing mother is 'still out there,' sheriff says, but no suspects.
• A bombing at a Shiite mosque on Islamabad's outskirts kills at least 10 and wounds dozens.
• Russia and US discussed nuclear arms and agreed talks need to start soon, Kremlin says.
• US announces $6M in aid for Cuba as island's leader accuses it of imposing an 'energy blockade'.
• Bitcoin price falls below pre-Trump second term levels, now hovering below $67,000.
• President Trump meanders between the afterlife and name-calling during the National Prayer Breakfast.
• Russia says it regrets expiration of last nuclear arms treaty but Trump says he wants a new pact.
• Homeland Security shutdown grows more likely as Republicans rebuff Democratic demands for ICE.
• Man whose mother was found among 189 decaying bodies tells the story.
• 3 dead, 6 hurt after 92-year-old driver hits bicyclist and crashes into Los Angeles grocery store.
• Pizza Hut closing 250 US stores as parent company considers selling the brand.
• Falling tech stocks and a plunge for bitcoin hit Wall Street.
• Average US long-term mortgage rate barely budges, holding near 6%.
• US job openings fall to 6.5 million, fewest since 2020, as labor market remains sluggish.
• Two star quarterbacks finish neck and neck for NFL MVP, other NFL Honors and Pro Football Hall of Famers are announced, two superstars stay put at the NBA trade deadline, a 26-year-old shines while the world No. 1 struggles in golf’s rowdy Phoenix atmosphere and a U.S. team opens the Winter Olympics with a victory.
• Oman confirms it mediated indirect US-Iran talks over Tehran's nuclear program.
• A deputy chief of Russian military intelligence was shot and wounded in Moscow.
• Ukraine Russia talks enter a second day.
• US and Russia agree to reestablish military dialogue after Ukraine talks.
• Bank of England stands pat on interest rates, but cuts expected ahead.
• Europe's central bank maintains interest rate with economic growth resilient.
• UK leader apologizes to victims of Epstein for giving Peter Mandelson an ambassador job.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats.
• Emergency crews evacuate patients and battle blaze at Pennsylvania hospital.
• UK leader Starmer apologizes to victims of Epstein for giving Mandelson an ambassador job.
• UK will release files related to Mandelson's ambassador appointment in more Epstein fallout.
• Man who tried to shoot Trump at a Florida golf course gets life in prison.
• ICE agents can't make warrantless arrests in Oregon unless there's a risk of escape, US judge rules.
• Judge appears skeptical of Trump’s latest bid to nix his hush money conviction.
• The hospitality stop known as 'Ice House' is now the 'Winter House' for US athletes.
• Legal fight escalates over Georgia voting records as Trump says he wants to ‘take over’ elections.
• Trump's border czar pulling 700 immigration officers out of Minnesota immediately.
• Democrats demand 'dramatic changes' for ICE, including masks, cameras and judicial warrants.
• Russia and Ukraine envoys meet in Abu Dhabi for 2 days of US-brokered talks.
• Man who tried to shoot Trump at a Florida golf course gets life in prison.
• Georgia's Fulton County seeks return of 2020 election documents seized by FBI.
• Savannah Guthrie posts message to her mother's kidnapper asking to provide proof she is alive.
• Still no suspect in the disappearance of 'Today' host Savannah Guthrie's mother.
• Signs of forced entry found at Arizona home of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's mother.
• Arizona Department of Public Safety helicopter crash kills pilot and trooper during shooter response.
• David A. Ross resigns from School of Visual Arts after ties to Jeffrey Epstein surface.
• Washington Post says one-third of its staff across all departments is being laid off.
• More drops for technology stocks weigh on Wall Street.
• The stars shine in an NBA double OT thriller in New York, the Spurs beat the Thunder again without their injured MVP, another basketball superstar gets traded, a four-time NHL All-Star is shipped from the Big Apple to Hollywood, a journeyman defenseman is suspended for PEDs, Detroit signs a two-time All-Star ace and a former World Series MVP dies.
• Olympic president declines to add pressure on LA Games chair Wasserman over Epstein files link.
• Top NHL prospect and Penn State freshman Gavin McKenna charged with felony assault.
• Curling opens competition at 2026 Winter Olympics as brief power outage pauses play, luge training.
• Russia and Ukraine hold a second day of US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi.
• The last US-Russia nuclear pact expires, prompting fears of a new arms race.
• Extremists kill 162 in Nigeria village attacks, lawmaker says.
• Talks between Iran and US will be held Friday in Oman, Iranian media say.
• UK will release files related to Mandelson's ambassador appointment in more Epstein fallout.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Clintons finalize agreement to testify in House Epstein probe, bowing to threat of contempt vote.
• Deal reached to protect identities of Epstein victims in documents release.
• Russia and Ukraine envoys are due to meet in Abu Dhabi for US-brokered talks.
• Signs of forced entry found at Arizona home of 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's mother.
• Judge set to hear arguments as court gives Trump another shot at nixing hush money conviction.
• US shoots down Iranian drone that 'aggressively' approached an aircraft carrier, military says.
• Trump signs bill to end partial government shutdown, setting stage for next fight.
• Trump demands $1 billion from Harvard as a prolonged standoff appears to deepen.
• Don't tune into the Super Bowl hoping for a break from politics.
• NASA delays astronauts' lunar trip until March after hydrogen leaks mar fueling test.
• Jill Biden's first husband charged with killing wife in domestic dispute at their Delaware home.
• Defense seeks to block videos of Charlie Kirk's killing in murder case, claims bias.
• Tech stocks pull Wall Street lower as gold and silver prices bounce back.
• Disney parks chief Josh D’Amaro will take over for Bob Iger as CEO.
• Penny the Doberman pinscher wins the 150th Westminster dog show.
• 6 US cities including New York picked to host soccer at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
• A superstar is on the move in the first NBA trade season blockbuster, a pair of two-time All-Stars also change teams ahead of Thursday’s deadline, three iconic basketball players will team up in the NBA’s new global All-Star format and last year’s Super Bowl MVP leads the NFC to victory at the Pro Bowl.
• Speedskater Erin Jackson, bobsledder Frank Del Duca picked as US flagbearers for Winter Olympics.
• Lindsey Vonn is 'confident' she can race at Olympics despite ruptured ACL in left knee.
• 3 Alberta junior hockey players killed in crash heading to practice.
• Women returning to Gaza say Israeli troops bound and interrogated them after Rafah crossing.
• China to ban hidden door handles on cars starting 2027.
• Israeli fire in Gaza kills 17, while militant gunfire wounds Israeli soldier.
• UK politician Peter Mandelson will quit House of Lords in storm over Epstein ties.
• Charity founded by Sarah Ferguson shuts down after release of Epstein emails with former duchess.
• Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images and deepfakes.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Authorities believe 'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie's mother was taken against her will.
• Judge blocks Trump administration from ending protections for Haitians.
• Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images and deepfakes.
• The son of Norway's crown princess pleads not guilty to rape charges as his trial opens in Oslo.
• An internal document shows the Vietnamese military preparing for a possible American war.
• Don Lemon says a dozen agents were sent to arrest him even though he offered to turn himself in.
• Clintons agree to testify in House Epstein investigation ahead of contempt of Congress vote.
• Homeland Security Secretary requiring body cameras for officers in Minneapolis.
• Justice Department says it's taken down Epstein-related files that may have had victim information.
• Trump plans to lower tariffs on Indian goods to 18% after India agreed to stop buying Russian oil.
• Father of 5-year-old detained in Minnesota disputes government assertion he abandoned the boy.
• Hundreds pack an Ohio church to back extending protected status for Haitians in the US.
• Misconduct complaint dismissed against judge who handled El Salvador prison deportation case.
• US Attorney General Pam Bondi announces 2 more arrests in the St. Paul church protest.
• NASA hit by a fuel leak during a practice countdown of the moon rocket that will fly with astronauts.
• Virginia man in ‘au pair affair’ case convicted of murdering wife and another man in elaborate ruse.
• 3 fraternity members arrested in death of Northern Arizona student following rush event.
• US stocks climb as gold and silver prices keep falling.
• Dog Show 101: What to know about the 150th Westminster show.
• Houston wins without an injured Kevin Durant and a hot-shooting night carries Philadelphia in the NBA, the top teams remain unchanged while others leapfrog in the AP Top 25 college basketball polls, an All-Star changes teams in an MLB trade and a decorated NHL coach-turned-executive is retiring.
• NFL to play first regular-season game in France with Saints in Paris this year.
• NFL says it will look into Giants co-owner Steve Tisch's association with Jeffrey Epstein.
• 3 Alberta junior hockey players killed in crash heading to practice.
• Russia fires 450 drones and 70 missiles at Ukraine, a day before US-brokered talks.
• Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on new allegations ahead of his rape trial.
• British politician Peter Mandelson faces pressure to quit House of Lords over Jeffrey Epstein ties.
• EU's foreign policy chief says a Europe-wide army could be 'extremely dangerous'.
• A Kremlin official confirms that U.S.-brokered Russia-Ukraine talks are resuming this week.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Johnson says no quick House vote to end partial shutdown and blames Democrats for their ICE demands.
• Punxsutawney Phil issues his Groundhog Day weather verdict from Gobbler's Knob.
• China criticizes decision to award a Grammy to the Dalai Lama.
• Gaza's border crossing to Egypt reopens in a key step for truce but only few Palestinians can cross.
• 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and father return to Minnesota from Texas detention facility.
• Iran's supreme leader warns any US attack would spark 'regional war'.
• Democrat Christian Menefee wins election for US House, narrowing GOP's slim majority.
• Trump says feds won't intervene during protests in Democratic-led cities unless asked to do so.
• Nurses in Minneapolis doubt ICE claims about a Mexican immigrant's severe injuries..
• Trump moved fast to cut a funding deal. It's a striking change from the last shutdown fight.
• Journalist Don Lemon is charged with federal civil rights crimes in anti-ICE church protest.
• No REAL ID yet You can still fly, but it may cost $45 without another form of accepted ID.
• Trump's choice of Warsh to lead Fed could reshape the world's most influential central bank.
• Former Prince Andrew can't escape Epstein's shadow as new documents reveal details about friendship.
• In the latest Epstein files are famous names and new details about an earlier investigation.
• Snow hits the Carolinas as low temps compound power outage woes elsewhere from last weekend's ice.
• It's freezing cold and you've lost power. Here's what emergency doctors want you to do.
• Coast Guard suspends search for missing from fishing vessel that sank off Massachusetts.
•  ‘Dances With Wolves’ actor Nathan Chasing Horse convicted on sexual assault charges.
• US stocks fall while a break in gold fever sends metals prices plunging.
• Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album.
•  ‘Melania,’ panned by some film critics, opens with strong ticket sales for a documentary.
• Catherine O'Hara, Emmy-winning comedian of 'Schitt's Creek' and 'SCTV' fame, dies at 71.
• A record-fast career Grand Slam for the world No. 1, a top women’s player also wins her first Australian Open, a Super Bowl-bound coordinator nears a head coaching deal, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is again an All-Star, a hoops star is suspended over drug policy, an All-Star signs in baseball, a rare wire-to-wire win in golf and more.
• Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam.
• NASCAR's Greg Biffle wasn't flying his plane before crash that killed him and 6 others.
• NBA suspends Philadelphia 76ers' Paul George 25 games for violating anti-drug policy.
• Trump announces upcoming IndyCar race through Washington's streets -- including Pennsylvania Avenue.
• Iran summons EU ambassadors to protest Revolutionary Guard being listed as a terror group.
• On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a town once controlled by a polygamous sect emerges transformed after court supervision.

—The Associated Press

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• 'Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight over threats from nuclear weapons, climate change and AI.
• Businesses face pressure to respond to immigration enforcement while also becoming a target of it.
• DOJ has opened a federal civil rights probe into the death of Alex Pretti.
• Justice Department says it's releasing 3 million pages from its Jeffrey Epstein files.
• US life expectancy hit an all-time high in 2024, CDC says.
• From 19th-century tall tales to a modern pursued moment of glory, the Westminster Kennel Club in New York this year marks its 150th show.
• Why border collies usually win the agility contest at Westminster.
• Towns once run by Warren Jeffs' polygamous sect emerge from court supervision transformed.
• From 19th-century tall tales to a modern pursued moment of glory, the Westminster Kennel Club in New York this year marks its 150th show.
• Pushed by Trump, US allies are resetting relations with China.
• Judge bars federal prosecutors from seeking death penalty against Luigi Mangione.
• Family in Kentucky shelters struggling calf born amid extreme cold temperatures.
• Mom unable to save 3 sons who fell through icy pond in Texas.
• There was some fun to be had during the winter storm.
• Eating snow cones or snow cream can be a winter delight, if done safely.
• One elderly woman survived the winter storm until her power was restored in Tennessee.
• Maine's 'lobster lady' Virginia Oliver, who worked decades in the lobster industry, dies at 105.
• Liam Coen discusses Jaguars' improvement and Jaxson Dart talks John Harbaugh.
• South Africa expels Israel's top diplomat in a move that could prompt a strong reaction from the US.
• Israel reopening Gaza’s border crossing with Egypt on Sunday after long closure.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Journalist Don Lemon arrested after protest that disrupted Minnesota church service
• A man impersonating an FBI agent tried to get Luigi Mangione out of jail, authorities say
• Trump names former Federal Reserve governor Warsh as the next Fed chair, to replace Powell
• Tax season is underway, and the IRS expects 164 million people will file returns by April 15.
• The top-ranked Spaniard moves one win away from his first Australian Open crown, a Belarusian star reaches another final in Melbourne, the NBA’s top pick breaks the teenage scoring record, a three-time Stanley Cup winner achieves an American milestone, two major winners headline the Farmers Insurance Open and more.
• Hong Kong company’s concession to operate Panama Canal ports is ruled unconstitutional.
• Trump threatens tariffs on any country selling oil to Cuba, a move that puts pressure on Mexico.
• Democrats, White House strike spending deal that would avert government shutdown.
• Ukraine is bracing for brutal weather as Trump says Putin agreed to halt power grid attacks.
• Democrats block government funding package in Senate as negotiations continue to avert a shutdown.
• Trump Cabinet meeting did not feature remarks by two key members..
• Trump says he asked Putin not to target Kyiv for 1 week during brutal cold spell.
• Trump's border czar suggests a possible drawdown in Minnesota but only after ‘cooperation’.
• Man who squirted apple cider vinegar on Omar is charged with assaulting and intimidating her.
• Sen. Susan Collins announces end to ICE large-scale operations in Maine after talks with Noem.
• Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and counting.
• Assailant convicted after Barron Trump calls London police to report crime he saw on video.
• A former Illinois deputy is sentenced to 20 years in prison for killing Sonya Massey.
• After a day of sharp swings, Wall Street ends nearly where it began.
• Detroit Opera orchestra to set George Clinton, Parliament-Funkadelic hits to classical music.
• As if! 'Clueless,’ ‘The Karate Kid,’ ‘Inception’ among 25 movies entering National Film Registry.
• Bills QB Josh Allen says he had surgery for broken bone in right foot.
• Olympic gold medalist Sha'Carri Richardson charged with speeding in Florida.
• Boxer Gervonta Davis arrested on attempted kidnapping and battery charges.
• US star Crystal Dunn announces retirement from soccer at age 33.
• Venezuela’s acting president signs oil industry overhaul, easing state control to lure investors.
• Through the eyes of Iranian protesters, glimpses of disorder, disarray and death.
• EU lists Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard as terrorist organization.
• German leader hails Europe as an 'alternative to imperialism and autocracy.'
• EU appears poised to sanction Iran's Revolutionary Guard over protest crackdown.

—The Associated Press

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• On today's episode:
• Situation in US South grows more dire after days of ice, frigid temperatures and widespread outages.
• Icy highways leave drivers stuck in Mississippi as freezing US temperatures persist.
• Melania Trump's documentary premieres at the Kennedy Center ahead of global release.
• Tesla made smallest annual profit since the pandemic, plans to spend big on robotaxis and robots.
• Search warrant FBI served at elections office near Atlanta seeks records tied to the 2020 elections.
• US says aid will resume while Somali officials deny causing disruption leading to suspension.
• Trump signals interest in easing tensions, but Minneapolis sees little change on the streets.
• Man arrested in the attack on Ilhan Omar has a criminal history and made pro-Trump posts.
• Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces rising calls for her firing or impeachment.
• Melania Trump's documentary premieres at the Kennedy Center ahead of global release.
• Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged even as Trump continues to insist they be lowered.
• Nicaraguan man's death at troubled Texas detention camp was reported as a suicide, 911 records show.
• FBI executes search warrant at Fulton County elections office near Atlanta.
• Medicare proposes new transplant system rules that might spur use of less-than-perfect organs.
• Trump administration announces 15 new drugs for Medicare price negotiation program.
• DA seeks July trial in Luigi Mangione’s state murder case, with his federal trial slated for fall.
• Maine plane crash victims include event planner and corporate pilot.
• Dozens of protesters arrested at hotel in Manhattan during sit-in over immigration crackdown.
• US stocks hold near their all-time high while the dollar’s value stabilizes.
• Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest job cuts recently.
• LeBron James plays his possible last game in Cleveland, a Spurs star stuffs the stat sheet to beat an in-state rival, a record shooting night powers the top women’s college hoops team’s rout, the world No. 2 closes in on his third straight Australian Open title, a Super Bowl-bound quarterback is hurt and the latest NFL coaching hire.
• Patrick Reed is leaving LIV Golf. He can return to the PGA Tour in September.
• Vietnam and the EU upgrade ties as US tariffs reshape global trade.
• Starmer and Xi call for deeper UK-China ties as Trump shakes up global relations.
• Dutch government is ordered to protect residents on Caribbean island of Bonaire from climate change.
• A new report warns that combined war casualties in Russia's war on Ukraine could soon hit 2 million.
• British leader's trip to China is a balancing act between trade, national security and Trump.
• Putin is hosting Syria's interim leader for talks, with Russian military bases on the agenda.
• Israel marks the return of the final hostage's remains after more than 2 years of war and grief.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Man wounded after exchanging gunfire with Border Patrol agents near US-Mexico border.
• Man arrested after spraying unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar at Minneapolis town hall.
• Federal Reserve may keep rates unchanged for months as economy shows signs of health.
• A private plane crashes in western India and kills a deputy chief minister and 4 others.
• Bitter cold grips the eastern US as winter storm deaths rise and power outages linger.
• Amazon cuts about 16,000 corporate jobs in the latest round of layoffs.
• Investigators say deadly midair collision near DC followed years of ignored warnings about traffic.
• 2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Alex Pretti, DHS tells Congress.
• More 'No Kings' protests planned for March 28 as outrage spreads over Minneapolis deaths.
• Judge orders ICE chief to appear in court or risk contempt over denial of due process.
• Trump's immigration crackdown led to drop in US growth rate last year as population hit 342 million.
• ICE agents to have security role at Milan Cortina Olympics.
• TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims.
• Authorities accuse motorcycle and street gang members of targeting Indiana judge for assassination.
• Opening statements set in sex trafficking trial of 2 real estate agents and their brother.
• Wall Street sets a record while the US dollar's value slides again.
• UPS looks to cut up to 30,000 jobs this year.
• What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats.
• A lengthy streak is snapped in a top college hoops clash, a close finish between NBA contenders, one American beats another and a top star moves to the Australian Open quarters, an NHL milestone is matched, a Pro Football Hall of Fame snub, Buffalo and Pittsburgh hire coaches and a star QB transfers in college football.
• A month after Iran protests began, worry pervades Mideast over possible US strike.
• South Korea's former first lady sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption.
• French ex-senator sentenced to prison for drugging fellow lawmaker in order to sexually abuse her.
• Russian drones kill 3 and wound children in Ukraine as Zelenskyy urges speedier diplomacy.
• French lawmakers approve bill banning social media for children under 15.

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On today's episode:

• More arctic air expected in parts of the South still covered in ice and riddled with power outages.
• Northeast sees more snow from the tail end of a colossal winter storm, at least 25 deaths reported.
• Ex-FIFA president Sepp Blatter joins those calling for boycott of World Cup in United States.
• India and EU clinch the 'mother of all deals' in a historic free trade agreement.
• Israel says the remains of final hostage in Gaza are recovered, key for ceasefire's next phase.
• The Rafah crossing is Gaza's lifeline to the world and could open soon.
• Japanese American soldiers once branded 'enemy aliens' promoted posthumously.
• NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help.
• Trump threatens to hike tariffs on South Korean goods over inaction on trade deal.
• Border Patrol commander Bovino and some agents expected to leave Minneapolis.
• President Trump shifts after federal agents killed another protester in Minneapolis..
• Federal judge hears arguments on Minnesota's immigration crackdown after fatal shootings.
• Trump, unbowed by backlash to Minneapolis shooting, blames Democrats for 'chaos'.
• Federal and state officials both claim moral high ground in immigration crackdown after shooting.
• France honors fallen soldiers in Afghanistan after Trump's false claim about NATO troops.
• Ex-Olympic snowboarder pleads not guilty to running a drug smuggling ring.
• Columbia taps University of Wisconsin chancellor to lead school after 2 years of turmoil.
• Six people died when a business jet trying to take off in Maine crashed in a snowstorm.
• US stocks rise as gold hits another record and the dollar's value sinks again.
• Brayden Burries’ big game and block helps bury BYU to keep No. 1 Arizona unbeaten, AP Top 25 updates in college hoops, Luka Doncic carries the Lakers to victory, the top women’s seed bests a young American at the Australian Open, a rookie QB gets a Pro Bowl nod and an ex-Gold Glover signs in baseball.
• Super Bowl 60 is set and it's a rematch from 11 years ago--Patriots vs. Seahawks.
• Australia swelters in a record heat wave as temperatures near 50 C.
• UK's Starmer heads to China seeking a thaw in relations but risking a rift with Trump.
• UN aid convoy delivers supplies to besieged city in northeast Syria as a shaky ceasefire holds.
• European Union opens investigation into Musk's AI chatbot Grok over sexual deepfakes.
• Talks with US and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi were constructive but major challenges remain, Kremlin says.

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On today's episode:

• Michael Pretti, father of Alex Pretti, is searching for answers after his son is killed during a protest against ICE in Minneapolis.
• Federal and state officials both claim moral high ground in immigration crackdown after shooting.
• A person has been shot, killed by federal officers in Minnesota amid immigration crackdown.
• 'A Team' of real estate brokers faces sex crimes trial in New York.
• US security agreement for Ukraine is '100% ready' to be signed, Zelenskyy says.
• Gunmen open fire at soccer field in central Mexico, killing 11 and wounding 12.
• Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US.
• Stranded by winter weather Here’s what airlines owe you.
• Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over its new trade deal with China.
• Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally.
• US carries out first known strike on alleged drug boat since Maduro's capture.
• How Macron's Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump.
• Justice Department says Jack Smith report on Trump investigation 'belongs in dustbin of history'.
• Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's 'Most Wanted' list, has been arrested.
• Texas Black man exonerated nearly 70 years after execution in case marked by racial bias.
• Prosecutors charge five people in connection with the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife.
• Wall Street drifts as Intel tumbles and gold's price rises to another record.
• New England and Seattle win on Championship Sunday to set up Super Bowl showdown, the NBA postpones games due to a massive winter storm, a defending champ is ousted at the Australian Open and the world’s top golfer gets his first win of the new PGA Tour season.
• Ferry sinks in Philippines with over 350 on board.

—The Associated Press

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• Donald Trump's second first year's theme is determination, AP reporters say.
• Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech.
• Minnesota gears up for a mass anti-immigration enforcement protest despite the dangerous cold.
• UK's Starmer slams Trump remarks on non-US NATO troops in Afghanistan as 'insulting' and 'appalling'.
• Iranian prosecutor denies Trump's claim 800 prisoners were spared execution.
• Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder on the FBI's 'Most Wanted' list, has been arrested.
• Homicide rate declines sharply in dozens of US cities, a new report shows.
• TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity.
• On the AP Religion Roundup, arrests over a church ICE protest, Nigeria church kidnappers demand ransom, and Catholicism shrinks in Latin America.
• Centuries of love letters go on display at the National Archives in London.
• Sharks are famous for fearsome teeth, but ocean acidification could make them weaker.
• Animal advocates rush to save more than 200 dogs in Mississippi before winter storm.
• Broncos star Nik Bonitto says the team has full confidence in backup QB Jarrett Stidham.
• Former NFL player Kevin Johnson killed at homeless encampment, medical examiner says.
• What to know about two fatal train crashes in Spain.

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On today's episode:

• Iran's protest crackdown continues as Trump says US 'armada' approaching.
• Millions of Americans prepare for potentially catastrophic ice storm. Here’s what the numbers show.
• Lawyer for fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore seeks to have the charges dismissed.
• US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization.
• Canada's Carney fires back at Trump after Davos speech.
• Vance's message in Minneapolis Local officials must cooperate with the immigration crackdown.
• Ukraine's Zelenskyy says his repeated warnings to Europe feel like 'Groundhog Day'.
• Smith defends his Trump investigations at a public hearing, saying, 'No one should be above the law'.
• Immigration officials allow suspect in $100M jewelry heist to self deport, avoiding trial.
• 'Sinners' makes history, setting Oscars nomination record.
• Jury finds Chicago man not guilty of circulating $10K bounty on life of top Border Patrol leader.
• Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro's move to Boston.
• US stocks climb some more after Trump calls off his tariffs for Greenland.
• Average US long-term mortgage rate edges higher, but still near lowest point in more than 3 years.
• A big upset in women’s college basketball, one former MVP teams up to best another in the NBA, top tennis stars prevail at the Australian Open, the world’s No. 1 golfer starts strong, an NFL coaching hire and MVP finalists and a pair of All-Star trades in baseball.
• Ravens hire Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as head coach.
• Mets acquire ace pitcher Freddy Peralta from Brewers in trade.
• The AP NFL MVP finalists are Allen, Lawrence, Maye, McCaffrey and Stafford.
• Giants OF Jung Hoo Lee stopped briefly at LAX because of missing travel documents, AP source says.
• Zelenskyy slams European response to Russia's war as Ukraine is caught in its own ‘Groundhog Day’.
• NATO chief Mark Rutte's shows he's the 'Trump Whisperer' after Greenland diplomacy with Trump.
• EU leaders gather to chart a new course for transatlantic ties after Trump threats over Greenland.

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On today's episode:

• Trump rolls out his Board of Peace at Davos, but many top US allies aren't participating
• Former Uvalde officer acquitted in trial over police response to Robb Elementary attack
• Immigration enforcement arrives in Maine as a court freezes restrictions on tactics in Minnesota.
• Republicans and some Democrats back contempt for the Clintons in House Epstein probe.
• Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says.
• Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to 'framework' of future Arctic deal.
• Trump in Davos says NATO should allow the US to take Greenland but he won't use force.
• Ukraine endures a bitter winter after Russian attacks as peace efforts overshadowed.
• Lawmakers can sue to ensure release of Epstein files, but not as part of Maxwell case, judge says.
• Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her.
• EU chief says Trump's threats challenge Europe's security and prosperity, ahead of emergency summit.
• Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis.
• From the NFL sidelines to a US Senate race Michele Tafoya's new play.
• US stocks recover half of the prior day's plunge after Trump calls off Greenland-related tariffs.
• A former baseball MVP is staying put in the Big Apple, a star receiver for an eliminated NFC playoff squad is on his way out, injury updates ahead of NFL Championship Sunday, and three notable Americans are among the second-round winners at the Australian Open.
• Rory McIlroy says LIV and PGA Tour 'too far apart' to strike a deal.
• Judge grants Duke's bid to block QB Darian Mensah's transfer until Feb. 2 hearing in contract fight.
• Ex-Alabama player Charles Bediako, who played in NBA G League, gets temporary college eligibility.
• Danish leader says kingdom can't negotiate sovereignty after Trump's Greenland about-turn.
• Campaigning starts for Bangladesh's first national election after Hasina's ouster.
• Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates.

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On today's episode:

• Trump will talk domestic policy at Davos, where his quest for Greenland could overshadow other goals.
• Divisions emerge among western European nations over Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza.
• U.S. envoy says he will meet Putin and Ukrainian delegation.
• Another train crashes in Spain, killing 1 person, days after fatal high-speed collision.
• FTC says it will appeal Meta antitrust decision.
• Air Force One returns to Washington area due to minor electrical issue, White House says.
• Trump-appointed prosecutor who pursued indictments against the president's foes is leaving post.
• Trump's recaps his first year back in office with winding remarks, paper tossing and impressions.
• Justice Department subpoenas Walz and others in immigration enforcement obstruction probe..
• Top EU official questions Trump’s trustworthiness over Greenland tariff threat.
• New Mexico judge orders release of actor Timothy Busfield from jail pending child sex abuse case.
• Democrat Mikie Sherrill sworn in as New Jersey governor with defiant tone against Trump.
• NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Sen. Bernie Sanders rally with nurses on ninth day of strike.
• Police search for suspect in the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife.
• Wall Street sinks as Trump threatens 8 European countries with tariffs over Greenland.
• Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery to make it an all-cash transaction.
• Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones are headed to Cooperstown, the Mets land an All-Star center fielder in a trade, a triple-double from a Lakers star leads a comeback win, a top five upset in college basketball and top stars advance at the Australian Open.
• Iran's top diplomat issues most direct threat yet to US as crackdown over protests squeezes nation.
• Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 40 as authorities fear more bodies could be found.
• Trump slams UK deal to hand over Chagos Islands after he previously backed it.
• Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks.
• Israeli crews begin bulldozing UNRWA headquarters in east Jerusalem.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Greenland and threat of Trump tariffs loom over Davos.
• Trump ties his stance on Greenland to not getting Nobel Peace Prize.
• Islamic State group claims attack on a Kabul restaurant that killed 7, including a Chinese national.
• AP Source says Fed Chair Powell to attend Supreme Court argument on Cook case.
• ICE says an immigrant who died in a sprawling Texas detention facility killed himself.
• DOJ vows to press charges after activists disrupt church where Minnesota ICE official is a pastor.
• Pro-Greenland protesters mock Trump's MAGA slogan with 'Make America Go Away' caps.
• Russian court sentences an American to 5 years on charges of illegally transporting arms.
• $1 billion gets a permanent seat on Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza, as India and others invited.
• Sending soldiers to Minneapolis for immigration crackdown would be unconstitutional, mayor says.
• Judge rules feds in Minneapolis immigration operation can’t detain or tear gas peaceful protesters.
• Why Bernice King sees MLK Day as a 'saving grace' in today's political climate.
• AP learns that acting President Delcy Rodríguez of Venezuela has been on DEA's radar for years.
• Venezuelan opposition leader is confident about return of democracy but says little of her plans.
• Defendant in Charlie Kirk's killing asks judge to disqualify prosecutors.
• California protester left blind in one eye is among string of violent run-ins with federal agents.
• Tesla granted more time in US investigation into its self-driving tech.
• Supreme Court will hear appeal by maker of popular Roundup weedkiller to block thousands of lawsuits.
• Trump takes the unusual step of thanking Iran for canceling executions of political prisoners.
• Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, dies aged 93 in Rome.
• Kianna Underwood, former Nickelodeon star, killed in hit-and-run.
• 100 vehicles pile up in Michigan crash as snowstorm moves across the country.
• Abigail Spanberger becomes Virginia's 1st female governor in historic inauguration.
• 8-year-old girl who went missing on Navajo Nation found dead Friday.
• Drunk driver gets 24 years to life in prison for killing 4 people at July 4 barbecue in NYC park.
• US flu activity fell for a second week. But experts worry the season is far from over.
• Indiana concludes perfect season on top with CFP title, three NFL teams make coaching moves, NBA All-Star starters are announced, a unanimous No. 1 and Caitlin Clark’s former team climbs the college basketball rankings, and two top stars advance in tennis’ first major of the year.
• Djokovic equals two all-time records and wins his 100th match at Australian Open.
• College football leaders debate playoff expansion ahead of Friday deadline from ESPN.
• NASCAR community mourns driver Greg Biffle, 6 others killed in plane crash at memorial service.
• Bo Bichette and the New York Mets agree to a $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says.

—The Associated Press

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Each week Hot off the Wire looks at a variety of stories in business, science, health and more. This week's headlines include:

• How will climate change reshape the Winter Olympics: The list of possible host sites is shrinking.
• US overdose deaths fell through most of 2025, federal data reveals.
• At-home STD tests offer new options for screening and treatment.
• 6 puppies treated for a suspected opioid overdose in Washington will find new homes soon.
• Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland.
• A hard-line cleric in Iran calls for executions over protests, a red line for Trump.
• Cuba launches mass demonstration to decry US attack on Venezuela and demand Maduro's release.
• Harry Styles announces first album in 4 years, 'Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.'
• Mummified cheetahs found in Saudi caves shed light on lost populations.
• Pennsylvania contest celebrates the much-maligned but enduring mullet.
• Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford talks about having an All-Pro season at age 37.
• On this week's AP Religion Roundup, a priest turned DJ spins up faith and Pope Leo meets with Venezuela’s opposition leader.

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On today's episode:

• Canada agrees to cut tariff on Chinese EVs in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products.
• Venezuela's Machado says she presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump during their meeting.
• The man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is due back in court Friday.
• Trump isn't waiting for future generations to name things after him. It's happening now.
• Trump threatens to use the Insurrection Act to end protests in Minneapolis.
• Fear and anger spread after another immigration shooting in Minneapolis.
• US seizes sixth sanctioned tanker it says has ties to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil.
• Postal Service unveils new Muhammad Ali stamp in champ's hometown.
• Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA's first medical evacuation.
• Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday.
• Wall Street steadies as chip stocks bounce back and oil prices ease.
• Minifridge recall expands to 964,000 Frigidaires after fire reports.
• Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years.
• Los Angeles strikes again with another major free agent signing in baseball, the defending NBA champs secure a road win in Houston, ex-college hoops players are among those charged in latest betting investigation, a star NFL quarterback is injured ahead of a big playoff game and the PGA Tour returns.
• Kyle Tucker agrees to a $240 million, 4-year contract with the World Series champion Dodgers.
• Former NCAA players and fixers charged over rigged basketball games, prosecutors say.
• Clayton Kershaw not quite done pitching, will play for US in World Baseball Classic.
• Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children.
• A South Korean court sentences Yoon to 5 years in prison on charges related to martial law decree.

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On today's episode:

• European troops arrive in Greenland as talks with US highlight 'disagreement' over island's future.
• Danish official says there's a 'fundamental disagreement' with Trump over Greenland.
• Trump says anything less than having Greenland in the United States’ hands is ‘unacceptable.’
• NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation.
• Trump set to meet Venezuelan opposition leader after cozying up to Maduro’s successor.
• Venezuela's acting president vows to continue releasing prisoners detained under Maduro.
• War powers resolution fails in Senate as 2 Republicans bow to Trump pressure.
• US will suspend immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance concerns.
• Trump signs a law returning whole milk to school lunches.
• Hundreds of laid-off researchers at US workplace safety center are being reinstated.
• Democrats launch longshot impeachment effort to remove Noem.
• US suspending immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance.
• Minnesota protesters, agents repeatedly square off while prosecutors quit after Renee Good's death.
• FBI searches home of Washington Post reporter in classified documents probe, newspaper says.
• Sen. Slotkin is being investigated by the Trump administration for Democrats' video to troops.
• What Americans think about Trump's intervention in Venezuela, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
• Wall Street slumps as bank and tech stocks fall.
• 2025 US home sales stuck at 30-year low as mortgage rates, prices weighed on market.
• 'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield held without bond on child sex abuse charges in New Mexico.
• Matt Damon wears 'Be Good' ICE protest pin to 'The Rip' premiere.
• A top free agent NFL coach nears a deal in the Big Apple, a top college QB is returning to school, Cleveland’s star powers a blowout win over Philly, the reigning top NBA draft pick suffers an injury, No. 1 hangs on and there's a top 10 upset in college basketball, an All-Star pitcher signs a big deal and more.
• NASCAR driver Greg Biffle's North Carolina home burglarized weeks after plane crash, officials say.
• LIV adds Thomas Detry and increases total purse to $30M among 2026 changes.
• Iran closes its airspace to commercial aircraft for hours as tensions with US remain high.

—The Associated Press

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On today's episode:

• Trump says anything less than having Greenland in the United States’ hands is ‘unacceptable.’
• Greenland official calls it 'unfathomable' that the US is considering taking over the island.
• Clintons refuse to testify in House Epstein investigation as Republicans threaten contempt charges.
• Snoop Dogg's NBA analyst role underscores why his on-air presence and global appeal keeps growing.
• Justice Department prosecutors resign amid turmoil over Minnesota ICE shooting investigation.
• Pentagon is embracing Musk's Grok AI chatbot as it draws global outcry.
• What to know about the Muslim Brotherhood after the U.S. terrorist designation.
• Trump cancels meetings with Iranian officials and tells protesters 'help is on its way'.
• Nurses strike enters second day at major New York City hospitals.
• NYC Council employee’s arrest sparks protests and a dispute over his immigration status.
• More than 100,000 El Paso, Texas residents left with little to no water after main break.
• Wall Street pulls back from its records as JPMorgan Chase and Delta kick off earnings season.
• Inflation cooled slightly in December though it remains above Fed's target.
• 'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in to face child sex abuse charges in New Mexico.
• Scott Adams, whose comic strip 'Dilbert' ridiculed white-collar office life, dies at 68.
• Oklahoma City finally breaks through against San Antonio, a 10-time NBA All-Star will miss multiple weeks but avoids surgery, an upset hands the No. 2 college hoops team its first defeat, Tampa Bay extends its NHL-best winning streak, the NFL’s longest-tenured active coach steps down and an eight-time MLB All-Star is traded.
• Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 seasons as coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
• Mario Cristobal's path back to Miami was forged by family. He has Miami on the cusp of a CFP title.
• Chloe Kim says she's 'good to go' for Olympics despite labrum tear in shoulder.
• The UK is watering down plans for mandatory digital ID cards after a backlash.
• A construction crane falls onto a moving train in Thailand, killing at least 29 people.
• Iranian judge signals trials and executions as activists say death toll surpasses 2,500.
• Iran's death toll spikes to upwards of 2, 000 people.
• Howling winds collapse walls on Gaza tent camps, killing 4. A 1-year-old boy dies of hypothermia.
• Death sentence sought for ex-South Korea leader Yoon over martial law decree.

—The Associated Press

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