Keeping Up With America

Texas medical school leader resigns after investigation revealed bodies were used without consent: The president of the University of North Texas Health Science Center is stepping down, four months after an NBC News investigation uncovered that the center had failed to contact families before using their loved ones’ corpses for medical research.

Supreme Court rules for female Oklahoma death row inmate over sex-shaming claim: The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a rare ruling in favor of a death row inmate, finding that an Oklahoma woman convicted of murdering her estranged husband can pursue a claim that prosecutors inappropriately focused on her sex life at trial.

Bishop at inaugural prayer service urges Trump to 'have mercy' on LGBTQ children, immigrants: The bishop leading the inaugural prayer service on Tuesday urged President Donald Trump to "have mercy" on his constituents, specifically naming LGBTQ people and immigrants.

Democratic attorneys general sue to block Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship: Democratic attorneys general on Tuesday filed lawsuits in Massachusetts and Washington state seeking to block President Donald Trump's attempt to revoke the right to automatic birthright citizenship.

'I just can't agree': Trump's Jan. 6 pardons face pushback from Republican senators: A handful of Republican senators pushed back Tuesday against President Donald Trump’s decision to issue pardons to roughly 1,500 criminal defendants and commute the sentences of more than a dozen others in connection to the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Around the World

Prince Harry enters settlement talks with Rupert Murdoch newspaper in high-profile privacy case: The start of Prince Harry’s court battle against Rupert Murdoch’s British newspaper group was delayed at London’s High Court on Tuesday amid chaos over last-minute settlement discussions between the two sides.

As Trump lifts sanctions on West Bank settlers, anti-Palestinian violence flares in the occupied area: Hours after President Donald Trump rescinded American sanctions on far-right settler groups and individuals accused of involvement in violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, Israel’s military said it had launched a “significant” operation in the territory.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

U.S. crude oil falls as Trump weighs tariffs, aims to boost energy production

Tesla brand value shed $15 billion in 2024 with aging lineup, Musk at helm, researchers found

Goldman Sachs rolls out an AI assistant for its employees as artificial intelligence sweeps Wall Street

Richer, Wiser, Happier

4 ways to lower your credit card debt while unemployed: Losing your job is stressful enough without the added burden of credit card debt — but right now, many Americans are juggling both challenges simultaneously. The total amount of credit card debt is growing nationwide, and the average cardholder now owes about $8,000 on their credit cards. A large percentage of cardholders are also maxed out and payment delinquencies are climbing. When you combine those issues with the stress caused by limited unemployment income, the financial pressure can feel insurmountable.

2 Outstanding Stocks to Buy for 2025 | Scott Levine and Lee Samaha, Fool. It's tough to stick with resolutions in the new year. It's only the middle of January, and already some people have slacked off with those new gym memberships, falling short of their resolutions to get fit for the new year. On the other hand, those with financial resolutions, such as bolstering their portfolios with stellar stocks in 2025, may have been dragging their feet, overwhelmed with the many choices before them.

Comprehensive vs. collision auto insurance: What's the difference?: Auto insurance coverage comes in many forms, and what you'll pay — both for your premium and if you need to file a claim — will rely heavily on the coverages you choose. Two of the primary types include comprehensive coverage and collision coverage. And while both can offer much-needed protection for your car and pocketbook, they aren't one and the same — nor are they both necessary in every situation.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama unveils pair of courts in hometown | Nat'l champion Ohio State tops final AP college football poll

Trump Inauguration Ratings: 24.6 Million Viewers, Down From Both 2021 and 2017 | Ryan Gosling in Talks to Star in ‘Star Wars’ Movie From Shawn Levy

Kim Kardashian posted a photo of Melania Trump at the inauguration. Then came the backlash. | Bob Dylan's early drafts of 'Mr. Tambourine Man' lyrics fetch $500K at auction

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