Keeping Up With America

Trump pardons two D.C. officers convicted in fatal chase and cover-up: President Donald Trump issued full and unconditional pardons Wednesday to two Washington, D.C., police officers who were convicted for their roles in a deadly chase of a young man on a moped in 2020 and subsequent cover-up, a case that led to protests in the nation’s capital.

AI weapon detection system at Antioch High School failed to detect gun in Nashville shooting: An artificial intelligence-powered weapon detection system failed to pick up the handgun a 17-year-old Nashville, Tennessee, student used in a school shooting Wednesday that killed a 16-year-old girl, officials said.

Trump says he'll ask Saudi Arabia to invest $1 trillion in the U.S. during wide-ranging Davos address: One day after speaking to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, President Donald Trump pushed the kingdom to increase its U.S. investment, saying he would ask the Saudis to “round out” their promised $600 billion “to around $1 trillion.”

Senate confirms John Ratcliffe to be Trump's CIA director: The Senate voted Thursday to confirm John Ratcliffe as the next CIA director under President Donald Trump, approving the second high-level appointment for the new administration.

Mississippi lawmaker introduces 'Contraception Begins at Erection Act': Mississippi state Sen. Bradford Blackmon, a Democrat, introduced a bill this week that would seemingly ban men from masturbating or engaging in other sexual acts when they have no "intent to fertilize an embryo."

Around the World

Trump says China controls the Panama Canal — but here's how it really works: A quarter-century after the U.S. handed control of the Panama Canal to Panama, President Donald Trump wants to take it back. Early this month, Trump suggested he would consider using military force to regain control of the canal from Panama, one of the U.S.'s closest allies in Latin America, describing it as “vital” for national security.

South Korea investigators ask prosecutors to indict President Yoon for insurrection and abuse of power: South Korea’s anti-corruption officials on Thursday requested that prosecutors indict impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for insurrection and abuse of power over his short-lived martial law declaration.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Boeing expects $4 billion loss for fourth quarter after chaotic 2024

Trump signs executive order promoting crypto, paving way for digital asset stockpile

Adidas to cut up to 500 jobs after posting better-than-expected holiday profits

Richer, Wiser, Happier

How is gold taxed?: The precious metals market has been unstoppable since early 2024, with the price of gold surging past $2,700 per ounce in October. Investors have flocked to gold amid rising global tensions and market uncertainty, seeking a safe place to protect their wealth.

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What happens if your bankruptcy is denied?: While interest rates and inflation have cooled compared to recent highs, the financial instability caused by higher consumer goods prices and expensive borrowing options continues to affect millions of Americans. As a result, over half a million Americans filed for bankruptcy last year alone, an uptick of over 16% compared to the year prior. That year-over-year uptick in bankruptcy filings highlights the growing reliance on bankruptcy for those who are no longer able to manage their expensive debt.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Golden Knights says center William Karlsson is week-to-week | Magic's Franz Wagner back from oblique tear vs. Trail Blazers

Meta Will Use Super Bowl to Tout Smart Glasses With Chris Hemsworth, Chris Pratt | Blake Lively Seeks to Bar Justin Baldoni From Litigating Case in the Press

Cynthia Erivo could become the youngest EGOT winner after 'Wicked' Oscar nomination | Elon Musk's inauguration salute earns backlash from 'SNL' star Chloe Fineman

Life Hacks to Hack Your Life

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[Money Update] The Calm Before The Storm

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