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An Associated Press videographer in Haiti was filming a group of tactical police patrolling the capital on Monday when gang members attacked. The armored vehicle was carrying videographer Pierre-Richard Luxama, five officers and two other journalists through downtown Port-au-Prince. The gangsters hurled Molotov cocktails, setting the vehicle's roof ablaze and filling it with smoke. No one in the vehicle was hurt, but Haiti's struggle with gang violence has displaced some 1.4 million people in recent years... Читать дальше...

The Trump administration says China has fulfilled its initial commitment to buy 12 million metric tons of soybeans, but it’s not clear if the trade agreement announced in October can withstand President Donald Trump’s ever-shifting trade policy as American farmers are still dealing with high production costs. Earlier this month, Trump said he would impose 25% tariffs on any country that buys from Iran, which would include China. Iowa State University agricultural economist Chad Hart says that could... Читать дальше...

The Board of Peace led by U.S. President Donald Trump was originally envisioned as a small group of world leaders overseeing the Gaza ceasefire plan. The Trump administration’s ambitions have ballooned into a more sprawling concept, with Trump extending invitations to dozens of nations and hinting it will soon broker global conflicts, like a pseudo-U.N. Security Council. More details are expected when Trump participates in an announcement about the Board of Peace on Thursday at the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Читать дальше...

A high-speed train in southern Spain derailed, colliding with another train and killing at least 42 people. Spanish authorities reported more than 150 other people were injured in the Sunday's crash. Rescue efforts continued Tuesday, with officials warning the death toll could rise. Authorities said the crash occurred near Adamuz, in Cordoba province, when a train from Malaga to Madrid went off the rails and hit an incoming train. The impact was so severe that bodies of victims were found hundreds of meters away. Читать дальше...

Amid the Cold War, the "Phantom Menace" was a powerful American symbol.

Britain’s government has approved a massive new Chinese Embassy in central London, despite strong criticism from lawmakers. Critics argue it could become a base for espionage and intimidation of opponents. Local Government Secretary Steve Reed signed off on the plans after years of delays and legal challenges. Concerns have been raised about the embassy's proximity to underground fiber optic cables carrying sensitive financial information. The heads of two U.K. spy agencies said that while it's not realistic to eliminate all risk... Читать дальше...

Forecasters are warning that a new storm could bring ice and power outages across the South this weekend. Temperatures will be slow to warm in many areas, meaning ice that forms on roads and sidewalks might stick around. The exact timing and path remain uncertain, but an arctic air mass from Canada is expected to clash with rain, creating a major winter storm. An atmospheric river could pull moisture across the Gulf Coast, increasing the risk of ice storms in Georgia. Travel disruptions are likely... Читать дальше...

Iran has warned Donald Trump not to take any action against the country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, days after the U.S. president called for an end to Khamenei’s near 40-year reign. “Trump knows that if any hand of aggression is extended toward our leader, we not only cut that hand but also we will set fire to their world,” Gen. Abolfazl Shekarchi, a spokesman for Iran’s armed forces, said Tuesday. Trump has drawn two red lines for the Islamic Republic — the killing of peaceful protesters... Читать дальше...

International health officials will meet in a few months to reevaluate the United States’ measles-free status. Experts fear the vaccine-preventable virus has regained a foothold and that the U.S. may soon follow Canada in losing the achievement of having eliminated it. The evaluation comes a year after the West Texas measles outbreak began. Scientists are investigating whether multiple U.S. outbreaks are linked. But regardless of the U.S. elimination status, doctors and scientists say the country has a measles problem. Читать дальше...

Prosecutors have finished their portion of the trial of a former police officer charged with failing to stop the gunman in the first minutes of the 2022 attack on Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas. The state concluded on Tuesday after nine days of testimony that sought to focus the delayed law enforcement response on a single officer they say could have stopped the shooter and saved lives. It was unclear if Adrian Gonzales will take the stand in his own defense before the case goes to the jury. Jurors... Читать дальше...

Megadeth is going out on their own thunderous terms. The Grammy-winning thrash metal pioneers will release their self-titled 17th and final studio album on Friday. It marks more than 40 years of guitar-shredding. The album kicks off with “Tipping Point,” a furious first single featuring classic Megadeth elements like blistering guitar solos and crunchy riffs. The Associated Press’ Dennis Waszak Jr. writes in his review that the album is a fittingly loud farewell, sending the band out on top. The... Читать дальше...

(Press Release) Famous Labs, the parent company behind Famous.ai and SuperCool, today announced the closing of its pre-seed financing round.

Actor Melissa Gilbert could speak Tuesday at a New Mexico detention hearing for her husband, Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield, who faces child sex abuse charges. The charges against Busfield, who is known for appearances in “The West Wing,” “Field of Dreams” and “Thirtysomething,” stem from allegations that he inappropriately touched a minor on a TV series set where he was the director. Gilbert, who played Laura Ingalls in the “Little House on the Prairie” TV series, is on the list of potential witness submitted ahead of the hearing. Читать дальше...

Jury selection has begun in the New York City trial of two luxury real estate brokers and their brother, who are accused of sexually abusing dozens of women. Prosecutors allege that Oren, Tal and Alon Alexander showered victims with free travel and luxury accommodations before drugging and raping them in vacation destinations such as the Hamptons. Opening statements are scheduled to begin Monday. Prosecutors say the brothers provided victims with drugs such as cocaine and psychedelic mushrooms or... Читать дальше...

The Trump administration has formally responded to a lawsuit that seeks to stop an immigration enforcement surge that is roiling Minneapolis and St. Paul. The government says, "Minnesota wants a veto over federal law enforcement.” Justice Department lawyers are urging a judge to reject the effort. The government says Operation Metro Surge has made the state safer with the arrests of more than 3,000 people who were in the country illegally. But Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says the government... Читать дальше...

The European Union plans to phase out telecom gear from companies in "high risk" countries, targeting Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE. The EU announced Tuesday that it wants to tighten cybersecurity for its 27 member countries. The new rules would make previous voluntary measures mandatory. Telecom equipment from these suppliers would be phased out within three years. The proposal also covers equipment in sectors like security scanners and water supply systems. Huawei argues the move violates EU principles. Читать дальше...

Netflix is now offering to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming business in an all-cash deal. This move aims to win over Warner's shareholders for a $72 billion merger and counter a bid from Paramount. On Tuesday, Netflix and Warner announced a revised transaction to simplify the structure and speed up a shareholder vote. The all-cash offer is valued at $27.75 per Warner share. Warner's leadership supports the merger with Netflix. Meanwhile, Paramount has made a $77.9 billion offer and plans a proxy fight. Читать дальше...

LAS VEGAS (AP) — LAS VEGAS (AP) — Richtech Robotics (RR) on Tuesday reported a loss of $3.6 million in its fiscal fourth quarter.

Fresh off an endorsement from President Donald Trump, Rep. Julia Letlow of Louisiana is launching a U.S. Senate bid against fellow Republican and second-term Sen. Bill Cassidy. The development further complicates Cassidy’s difficult reelection path and effectively marks the final failure of his attempts to placate the president after voting in 2021 to convict Trump on impeachment charges stemming from his efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Letlow announced her intentions Tuesday at an event in Baton Rouge. Читать дальше...

A 6-year-old girl has survived Sunday's deadly train crash in southern Spain. Her parents, her brother and a cousin were not as fortunate. They were counted among the 41 confirmed deaths from the brutal wreck that has shaken the nation. Relative Juan Barroso confirmed her age to reporters. He said that she was in good health after receiving three stitches in her head at a hospital. The mayor of her village said that the girl was with her grandparents in a hotel in Cordoba, the nearest city to the crash. Читать дальше...

The Nigerian police deny reports of church attacks in Kaduna state over the weekend. Residents and a state lawmaker say 177 people were abducted on Sunday, with 168 still missing. Kaduna State Police Commissioner Muhammad Rabiu says there was no evidence of an attack and calls the reports "rumors." A local Christian group and advocacy organization have lists of hostages but were blocked from visiting the sites. Attacks on churches are common in Nigeria, which faces ongoing security challenges from various armed groups. Читать дальше...

A privately funded initiative called “Be The People” will try to connect hundreds of millions of Americans with efforts to solve local problems as part of a vision for the next 250 years of the United States. The 10-year initiative aims to change the perception that the U.S. is hopelessly divided and that individuals have little power to solve problems. The nonprofit, Stand Together, which was founded by the billionaire Charles Koch, is one of the conveners. The groups have raised a budget of more... Читать дальше...

The European Union’s top official says President Donald Trump’s threats of new tariffs over Greenland are “a mistake especially between long-standing allies,” and she's calling into question Trump’s trustworthiness after he agreed last year not to impose more tariffs on EU countries. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was responding Tuesday to Trump’s announcement that starting February, a 10% import tax will be imposed on goods from eight European nations that have rallied around... Читать дальше...

French President Emmanuel Macron and NATO head Mark Rutte have sent text messages to U.S. President Donald Trump. Macron expresses alignment on Syria and suggests a G7 meeting in Paris. He also proposes a dinner before Trump returns to the U.S. Rutte praises Trump's accomplishments in Syria and plans to highlight his work in media engagements. He mentions a commitment to finding a way forward on Greenland. Both leaders express eagerness to collaborate and meet with Trump. These messages were published on Tuesday.

President Donald Trump has shared private messages from world leaders about Greenland, revealing softer tones behind public criticism. On Tuesday, Trump published a text from French President Emmanuel Macron, confirmed as genuine by the French leader's office. Macron's message began with "My friend" and expressed alignment on issues like Syria and Iran before questioning Trump's Greenland intentions. Macron's private tone contrasts with public criticism from France and other European nations. Trump... Читать дальше...