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New videos show Alex Pretti scuffle with federal officers in Minneapolis 11 days before his death

January 28, 2026

By MICHAEL BIESECKER and JESSE BEDAYN - Associated Press

Videos that emerged Wednesday show Alex Pretti was forcefully taken to the ground by federal immigration agents after kicking out the tail light of their vehicle during a Minneapolis protest 11 days before he was shot and killed by Border Patrol officers. The Jan. 13 scuffle was captured in a pair of videos that emerged Wednesday evening, showing Pretti shouting an expletive at federal immigration agents and struggling with them before he either breaks free or is let go. The new videos have rekindled the national debate about the death of Pretti, 37, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. A Minneapolis-based attorney representing Pretti’s parents says the earlier incident in no way justified the officers’ use of deadly force more than a week later.

Starmer calls for UK to have a deeper relationship with China during ‘challenging times’

January 28, 2026

AP

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for a deeper relationship with China during what he called “challenging times for the world.” The U.K. leader told China’s leader Xi Jinping that their countries need to work together on global stability, climate change and other issues. He spoke Thursday in Beijing.

Trump facing growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdown

January 28, 2026

By STEVE PEOPLES - AP National Political Writer

President Donald Trump is facing a growing cultural revolt against his immigration crackdown. The backlash has extended beyond the partisans and activists. It’s beginning to break out across the business, sports and entertainment worlds as well. Bruce Springsteen released a new song Wednesday that slammed “Trump’s federal thugs.” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told employees that Immigration and Customs Enforcement has gone too far. And lifestyle icon Martha Stewart lamented that “we can be attacked and even killed by federal troops.” The growing opposition threatens to undermine Trump’s signature domestic priority, the Republican Party’s grip on power and the president’s political strength — in the short term at least.

Immigration was a Republican strength. Now some fear it’s slipping away before the midterms

January 28, 2026

By MEG KINNARD and JOEY CAPPELLETTI - Associated Press

Republicans are increasingly worried about immigration enforcement becoming a political problem in the upcoming midterm elections. Concerns have grown after two people were killed by federal agents during President Donald Trump’s crackdown in Minneapolis. Although few Republicans are willing to publicly break with Trump, criticism is mounting. Congress faces a funding deadline this week, and Democrats are ready to block money for Homeland Security. Some Republicans, like Sen. Thom Tillis, are urging a change in direction. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is facing criticism, with some calling for her resignation. The situation is escalating as Republicans try to navigate the political fallout.

Haute couture highlights from Paris, in photos

January 28, 2026

By The Associated Press

Paris opened its Spring/Summer 2026 haute couture season with theatrical runway moments and diverse designer visions. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors. Categories: US & World News

Floods push crocodiles into Mozambican towns as health concerns rise

January 28, 2026

By FARAI MUTSAKA - Associated Press

Floods in Mozambique have led to a new threat. Crocodiles are appearing in submerged towns and have killed at least three people. Torrential rains and severe flooding over the past month have killed more than 100 people in Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. Thousands of homes have been destroyed. And infrastructure like roads and health facilities has been damaged. Authorities in the Mozambican town of Xai-Xai are warning of crocodile risks as floodwaters spread. The Limpopo River flows through Mozambique and is bringing crocodiles into populated areas. The floods also have created a humanitarian crisis. More than 700,000 people are affected with rising hunger and disease risks.

EPA plan would begin rolling back ‘good neighbor’ rule on downwind pollution from smokestacks

January 28, 2026

By MATTHEW DALY - Associated Press

The Trump administration is taking a step toward rolling back a rule that limits smokestack emissions that burden downwind areas in neighboring states. The so-called “good neighbor” rule is intended to block coal-fired power plants and other industrial sites from adding significantly to air pollution across state lines. The rule is one of dozens of regulations that Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin has targeted for reconsideration or repeal. The EPA said Wednesday it is proposing to approve plans by eight states to regulate ozone air pollution as they see fit. Environmental groups said the EPA proposal would reward states for being bad neighbors.

Bruce Springsteen sings out against Trump in ‘Streets of Minneapolis’

January 28, 2026

By MARK KENNEDY - AP Entertainment Writer

Bruce Springsteen has released a new song, “Streets of Minneapolis,” criticizing President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement. The song describes Minneapolis as “a city aflame” under “King Trump’s private army.” Springsteen says he wrote and recorded it over the weekend. It follows protest singer Billy Bragg’s own “City of Heroes,” released Monday. Springsteen dedicates the song to the people of Minneapolis and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good. Springsteen has long been critical of Trump, calling his administration corrupt and incompetent. A White House spokesperson said the administration wasn’t focused on “random songs with irrelevant opinions and inaccurate information.”

Two companies supplied dried milk powder linked to botulism in ByHeart baby formula

January 28, 2026

By JONEL ALECCIA - AP Health Writer

Two suppliers provided dried milk powder that could be linked to the outbreak of botulism in ByHeart formula that has sickened dozens of babies. A sample of organic whole milk powder that tested positive for the type of bacteria that causes botulism was made from milk provided by Organic West Milk Inc. of California and processed at a Dairy Farmers of America plant in Fallon, Nevada. But the root cause of the problem remains unclear. Federal health and company officials say the investigation into the unprecedented outbreak that has sickened 51 babies in 19 states is ongoing.

Trump endorses Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin’s open governor’s race, leading GOP rival to drop out

January 28, 2026

By SCOTT BAUER - Associated Press

President Donald Trump’s endorsement of U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin’s open race for governor has led Tiffany’s top Republican rival to drop out of the race. Josh Schoemann announced the end of his candidacy on Wednesday, leaving Tiffany with only nominal opposition in the primary. Trump’s backing of Tiffany also bolstered Democrats’ attempts to tie Tiffany to unpopular elements of the president’s agenda. Trump says Tiffany “has always been at my side.” Tiffany has been a fierce Trump loyalist since he was elected to Congress in 2020. Numerous Democrats are running, including Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez and former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes.

Nicaraguan man’s death at troubled Texas detention camp was reported as a suicide, 911 records show

January 28, 2026

RYAN J. FOLEY

A 911 call shows that a Nicaraguan man who died at a Texas detention camp days after he was detained by immigration authorities in Minneapolis is suspected of dying by suicide. A medical official at Camp East Montana in El Paso told a 911 dispatcher that guards found 36-year-old Victor Manuel Diaz in his room. A separate emergency medical report report says Diaz was suspected of hanging himself with a bed sheet. Federal authorities say the death remains under investigation and they have not released a cause. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement picked up Diaz on Jan. 6 as agents fanned out across Minneapolis.

Your baby could qualify for $1,000 with a Trump Account. Here’s what to know

January 28, 2026

By MAKIYA SEMINERA and MORIAH BALINGIT - AP Education Writers

Claiming to give every child “a shot at financial freedom,” President Donald Trump is unveiling the new Trump Accounts initiative, which gives $1,000 to every newborn if their parents open an account. This money is invested in the stock market, and children can access it when they turn 18. Trump attended an event Wednesday meant to provide new details and celebrate the program’s upcoming July launch. Congress is funding accounts for babies born between 2025 and 2028. Critics say the accounts fall short of supporting low-income children in their early years of development.

Assailant convicted after Barron Trump calls London police to report crime he saw on video

January 28, 2026

By BRIAN MELLEY - Associated Press

A Russian man has been convicted in a London court of beating a woman in a crime reported by the youngest son of U.S. President Donald Trump. Barron Trump called London police more than a year ago after witnessing a man assaulting his friend during a short video call. Matvei Rumiantsev was convicted Wednesday of assault with bodily harm but acquitted of rape and choking charges. Trump didn’t testify but told police he placed a late night video call to his friend and was startled when it was answered by a bare-chested man who then turned the phone around and he could see the woman being beaten.

Common sense and slowing down are the keys to avoiding icy weather accidents

January 28, 2026

By COREY WILLIAMS and NICK INGRAM - Associated Press

For big parts of the United States, the past few days have brought lots of snow and lots of cold. The conditions are ripe for slips, falls and other ice-related injuries. Authorities, first responders and medical professionals say following some common-sense rules may help avoid many of those problems. Experts say slow down while driving on slick roads and adopt the slow, shuffling walk of penguins to avoid accidents and falls. They also advise to never assume lake ice is thick enough to support you. All of these are strategies people can use to keep them out of hospital emergency rooms.

Partial federal shutdown seems increasingly likely as Democrats demand major changes to ICE

January 28, 2026

By MARY CLARE JALONICK and KEVIN FREKING - Associated Press

Democratic senators are working on a list of demands for changes to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Their push comes a partial government shutdown looms by week’s end. Democrats are hoping to put pressure on Republicans and the White House as the country reels from the deaths of two people at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer hasn’t outlined what his caucus will ask for before a crucial Thursday vote on spending legislation that funds the Department of Homeland Security and a swath of other government agencies. With no evident negotiations underway, a partial shutdown seems increasingly likely starting Saturday.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces rising calls for her firing or impeachment

January 28, 2026

By LISA MASCARO - AP Congressional Correspondent

A groundswell of voices have come to the same conclusion: Kristi Noem must go. Democratic Party leaders, top advocacy organizations and even some of the most centrist lawmakers in Congress are calling for the Homeland Security secretary to step aside after the shooting deaths in Minneapolis of two people who protested deportation policy. It’s a defining moment in her tenure at the department. Few Republicans are rising to Noem’s defense. House Democratic leaders said she should be fired or face impeachment proceedings. But President Donald Trump gave no indication Noem’s job is in jeopardy. He praised Noem for helping close the U.S. border to illegal entries.

Man arrested in the attack on Ilhan Omar is a convicted felon who made pro-Trump posts

January 28, 2026

By MICHAEL BIESECKER and LAURA BARGFELD - Associated Press

The man who sprayed an unknown substance on Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar at a town hall in Minneapolis is a convicted felon who had made online posts supportive of President Donald Trump. Minnesota court records show 55-year-old Anthony Kazmierczak was convicted of felony auto theft in 1989 and has multiple arrests for driving under the influence. Minneapolis police say Kazmierczak used a syringe to spray an unknown liquid at Omar on Tuesday. He was immediately tackled and is charged with third-degree assault. Omar said she is OK and continued speaking. In social media posts, Kazmierczak criticized Democrats, calling them “angry and liars.”

Local prosecutors launch a project to fight federal overreach in immigration enforcement surges

January 28, 2026

AP

A group of local prosecutors concerned about immigration enforcement tactics and the lack of federal accountability has launched a project to strategize and seek accountability for what they consider federal overreach and unconstitutional behavior. The program is called Fight Against Federal Overreach, a tongue-in-cheek reference to an obscene acronym that is popular in memes and has been used by members of the Trump administration to taunt opponents. The prosecutors say the federal government isn’t holding officers accountable for excessive force or other actions, and that the surges are reverberating in their local criminal justice operations.

Four big questions ahead of the 2026 Grammy Awards show

January 28, 2026

By MARIA SHERMAN - AP Music Writer

What can viewers expect from the 2026 Grammys? Recording Academy CEO and President Harvey Mason jr. and executive producers Raj Kapoor and Ben Winston say Sunday will be a night of celebrating music with tons of performances. The 2025 Grammy Awards had to be completely reimagined following the devastating Los Angeles-area wildfires. This year, they’re able to focus on maximizing performances and spotlighting potential history-making moments. Expect up to 19 performances. There are also new categories, like best album cover. The awards will air live on CBS and stream on Paramount+.

Maine plane crash victims include event planner and corporate pilot

January 28, 2026

By PATRICK WHITTLE, MARYCLAIRE DALE and JOSH FUNK - Associated Press

The six people killed when a private jet crashed during takeoff at a Maine airport included an event planner on her way to Paris for a job and a corporate pilot who had recently joined the Texas law firm linked to the plane. The National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday began its investigation while Bangor International Airport remained closed to preserve the scene. All six people aboard died in the Sunday evening crash as the nation’s massive winter storm was beginning to reach the area. They included four passengers and two crew members.

Icy highways leave drivers stuck in Mississippi as freezing US temperatures persist

January 28, 2026

By RUSS BYNUM - Associated Press

Officials in Mississippi say crews worked through the night to clear stranded vehicles on icy major highways as the eastern U.S. endures what could become its longest period of freezing cold in decades. Mississippi’s Department of Transportation dispatched tow trucks and drones late Tuesday to frozen Interstate 55, where three tractor-trailers had stalled and caused a major backup. Gov. Tate Reeves said in social media post that highways remained dangerous Wednesday morning and urged people to stay off the roads. More than 380,000 people, mostly in Mississippi and Tennessee, remain without power days after a winter storm blasted the eastern U.S. with snow and ice. The East Coast could see more snowfall this weekend.

Captain America vs. Captain Clutch: Knight and Poulin face off for 5th and perhaps last Winter Games

January 28, 2026

By JOHN WAWROW - AP Hockey Writer

Team USA’s Hilary Knight and Canada’s Marie-Philip Poulin have gone at it for nearly 17 years and more than 100 games in an intense but friendly rivalry involving two of the greatest players in the history of women’s hockey. The two meet for a fifth and potentially last time at the Winter Olympics. At 36, Knight has already announced that the Milan Cortina Games will be her last. At 34, Poulin hasn’t shed light on her Olympic future. Knight has the nickname “Captain America” for being the face of women’s hockey in the U.S. while Poulin is called “Captain Clutch” for scoring three gold medal-winning goals at the Olympics.

Eating snow cones or snow cream can be a winter delight, if done safely

January 28, 2026

By HOLLY RAMER - Associated Press

Getting outdoors to enjoy simple pleasures is unlikely to be front of mind for people in a 1,300-mile stretch of the United States where a massive weekend storm brought deep snow and bitter cold. But as communities recover, some residents of lesser-affected areas might be tempted to make snow cones, whip up bowls of “snow cream” or to try “sugar on snow.” But how safe is it to turn snow into a treat? Experts say eating a bit of snow is probably fine if you live someplace with generally clean air, but staying away from plowed snow is a sensible precaution. It might contain deicing chemicals, debris and other contaminants.

A new report warns that combined war casualties in Russia’s war on Ukraine could soon hit 2 million

January 28, 2026

By KAMILA HRABCHUK - Associated Press

A new report warns that the number of soldiers killed, injured or missing in Russia’s war in Ukraine could reach 2 million by spring. The report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies estimates that Russia has suffered the largest troop deaths for any major power since World War II. It estimates Russia suffered 1.2 million casualties, including up to 325,000 deaths, since February 2022. It said Ukraine has suffered between 500,000 to 600,000 casualties, including up to 140,000 deaths. Officials said Wednesday that two people were killed near Kyiv after Russian strikes and at least nine were injured in attacks across Ukraine.

Bill Belichick snubbed by Pro Football Hall of Fame in first year of eligibility, report says

January 28, 2026

By JOSH DUBOW - AP Pro Football Writer

ESPN has reported that six-time Super Bowl champion head coach Bill Belichick didn’t get voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Citing four unidentified sources, ESPN said Belichick didn’t receive the necessary 40 votes from the 50-person panel of media members and other Hall of Famers. ESPN said Belichick received a call from the Hall of Fame last Friday with the news. The Hall of Fame class of 2026 will be announced at NFL Honors in San Francisco on Feb. 5.

Here are 5 great, small and used SUVs you can get for under $20,000

January 28, 2026

By NICK KURCZEWSKI - Edmunds

With the average cost of a new vehicle hovering around $50,000, buying a new SUV might seem well out of reach if you’re on a tight budget. But automakers have increasingly been selling entry-level SUVs that are smaller and less expensive than all-star SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. And if you buy used, it’s easy to get one of these small but versatile SUVs for less than $20,000. Edmunds’ auto experts highlight what you’ll want to know about the Chevrolet Trailblazer, Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Kia Soul and Subaru Crosstrek.

‘I was lucky’ says Djokovic after setting up Australian Open semifinal against Sinner

January 28, 2026

By JOHN PYE - AP Sports Writer

Novak Djokovic is back in the Australian Open semifinals after Lorenzo Musetti retired with an injury in the third set of their quarterfinal. The 10-time Australian Open winner next faces two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner. The No. 2-ranked Sinner fended off No. 8 Ben Shelton in straight sets. The fifth-seeded Musetti won the first two sets of the earlier quarterfinal but took a medical timeout for treatment on his upper right leg after being broken in the third game of the third. He played on for another game but couldn’t continue. Djokovic will now continue his bid for an 11th Australian title and a record 25th major but says he was “lucky this time.”

Sarah Mullally confirmed as archbishop of Canterbury, first woman to lead the Church of England

January 28, 2026

By DANICA KIRKA - Associated Press

Sarah Mullally was confirmed as archbishop of Canterbury on Wednesday, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England. The worldwide Anglican Communion, which includes the Episcopal Church in the U.S., has no formal head, but the archbishop traditionally has been seen as its spiritual leader. Mullally, a cancer nurse turned cleric, officially took up the responsibilities of her new job Wednesday as judges presided over a legal ceremony confirming her appointment, which was announced almost four months ago. The Church of England ordained its first female priests in 1994 and its first female bishop in 2015.

Federal Reserve may keep rates unchanged for months as economy shows signs of health

January 28, 2026

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER - AP Economics Writer

Federal Reserve officials are expected to keep their short-term interest rate unchanged Wednesday after three cuts last year, ignoring huge pressure for lower borrowing costs from the White House in favor of waiting to see how the economy evolves. A key issue that Chair Jerome Powell will likely address at his news conference Wednesday is how long the Fed will remain on hold. The rate-setting committee remains split between those officials opposed to further cuts until inflation comes down, and those who want to lower rates to further support hiring. In December, just 12 of the 19 participants in the committee’s meetings supported at least one more rate cut this year.

No. 5 Nebraska’s run of 24 wins in a row is over after narrow loss to No. 3 Michigan

January 28, 2026

By ERIC OLSON - AP Sports Writer

Major college basketball’s longest winning streak ended at 24 games with No. 5 Nebraska’s 75-72 loss at No. 3 Michigan on Tuesday night. Nebraska did not score over the last 3:20, missing its last five shots after leading most of the game despite two key players being out of the lineup. Rienk Mast missed the game with an illness as did double-digit scorer Braden Frager, who was out for a second straight game with an ankle injury.

More ‘No Kings’ protests planned for March 28 as outrage spreads over Minneapolis deaths

January 28, 2026

By MEG KINNARD - Associated Press

Organizers are planning what they anticipate will be the largest “No Kings” protests yet, targeting what they call authoritarianism under President Donald Trump. Scheduled for March 28, the demonstrations will focus on the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, where recent clashes have resulted in deaths. Ezra Levin from Indivisible predicts up to 9 million participants. This will be the third “No Kings” event, following protests last year against Trump’s policies. Organizers emphasize nonviolent resistance and ongoing training to defend constitutional rights. They stress that the movement is about preserving democracy, not partisan politics.

Being a night owl may not be great for your heart but you can do something about it

January 28, 2026

By LAURAN NEERGAARD - AP Medical Writer

Being a night owl can be bad for your heart. That’s according to a study showing night owls had poorer overall cardiovascular health than most people, plus a modestly higher risk of a first heart attack or stroke. Unhealthy behaviors like too little sleep, smoking and a poor diet were key reasons. The body’s circadian rhythm, or internal clock, governs when people feel sleepy and awake. Researchers say night owls will have to work harder on healthy behaviors like getting enough sleep in a morning person’s world — but the health advice is good for everyone.

South Korea’s former first lady sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption

January 28, 2026

By HYUNG-JIN KIM - Associated Press

A South Korean court has sentenced former first lady Kim Keon Hee to 20 months in prison for corruption. The sentencing Wednesday in Seoul Central District Court came about three weeks ahead of a verdict on against Yoon for disgraced former President Yoon Suk Yeol. He faces a rebellion charge over his martial law imposition a year ago. Investigators say Kim wasn’t involved in Yoon’s martial law enforcement. Kim was sentenced for receiving bribes from the Unification Church in return for business favors. Kim’s defense team says the 20-month prison term is relatively high. The defense attorneys say they will discuss whether to appeal.

A month after Iran protests began, worry and fear pervades Mideast over possible US strike

January 28, 2026

By JON GAMBRELL - Associated Press

Iranian officials have reached out to the Middle East as fears grow of a possible U.S. military strike. Saudi Arabia and the UAE have said they won’t allow their airspace to be used for attacks. The U.S. has moved military assets into the region, but it’s unclear what President Trump will decide. Protests in Iran have led to a violent crackdown, with over 6,000 people reportedly killed. Iran’s state media calls protesters “terrorists,” and internet access has been cut off. Diplomacy efforts are ongoing, with calls between Iran and Arab nations to prevent further instability.

What to know about UK-China relations as Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Beijing

January 28, 2026

By KEN MORITSUGU - Associated Press

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Beijing for a four-day visit to China aimed at repairing ties and expanding opportunities for British businesses in the world’s second-largest economy. He is the first British leader to come to Beijing since Theresa May in 2018. The relationship has deteriorated in recent years over growing concern about Chinese spying and surveillance, China’s support for Russia in the Ukraine war and Beijing’s crackdown on civil liberties in Hong Kong, the former British colony.

Man arrested after spraying unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar at Minneapolis town hall

January 28, 2026

By LAURA BARGFELD and HANNAH SCHOENBAUM - Associated Press

A man has sprayed an unknown substance on U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar before being tackled to the ground during a town hall she was hosting. The incident took place in Minneapolis, where tensions over federal immigration enforcement have come to a head after agents fatally shot an intensive care nurse and a mother of three this month. The audience cheered as the man was pinned down and his arms were tied behind his back. In video of the incident, someone in the crowd can be heard saying, “Oh my god, he sprayed something on her.” Omar continued the town hall after he was ushered out of the room.

The EU is seeking new trade partnerships. Here’s why

January 28, 2026

By SAM McNEIL - Associated Press

The European Union and India have reached a free trade agreement to deepen economic and strategic ties after nearly two decades of negotiations. The agreement announced Tuesday reflects a new priority for the 27-nation EU, the world’s largest trading bloc, after the Trump administration threatened to impose tariffs because of opposition to American control of Greenland. It comes as many European leaders are calling for limiting the old consensus with Washington in favor of new partnerships across the globe. The accord could affect as many as 2 billion people and will see free trade on almost all goods between the EU’s 27 members and India.

Three months after rapidly scheduled arguments, Supreme Court has yet to decide on Trump’s tariffs

January 27, 2026

By MARK SHERMAN and LINDSAY WHITEHURST - Associated Press

When the Supreme Court granted an unusually quick hearing over President Donald Trump’s tariffs, a similarly fast resolution seemed possible. After all, Trump’s lawyers told the court speed was of the essence on an issue that is central to the president’s economic agenda. But nearly three months have elapsed since arguments in the closely watched case and the court isn’t scheduled to meet in public for more than three weeks. No one knows for sure what is going on among the nine justices. But the timeline for deciding the tariffs case now looks more or less typical and could reflect the normal back-and-forth that occurs not just in the biggest cases, but almost all the disputes the justices hear.

Rubio set to warn of future military action if Venezuela’s new leaders stray from US goals

January 27, 2026

By MATTHEW LEE - AP Diplomatic Writer

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to warn that the Trump administration is ready to take new military action against Venezuela if the country’s interim leadership strays from U.S. expectations. Rubio will testify Wednesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. According to prepared testimony, Rubio plans to say the U.S. isn’t at war with Venezuela but the Trump administration wouldn’t rule out using additional force if needed following the ouster of former President Nicolás Maduro. Rubio will defend Trump’s decisions to remove Maduro, strike suspected drug boats and seize sanctioned tankers carrying Venezuelan oil. Democrats have condemned the actions as exceeding President Donald Trump’s authority.

Red Wings’ Kane ties Stars’ Modano as highest-scoring American-born players in NHL history

January 27, 2026

AP

Patrick Kane of the Detroit Red Wings has tied Dallas’ Mike Modano as the highest-scoring U.S.-born players in NHL history. Kane matched Mike Modano by recording his 1,374th point on an assist on a goal by Alex DeBrincat late in Detroit’s 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night. He got there a couple of months after turning 37, while Modano was 40 when he scored a goal to register point No. 1,374.

Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence

January 27, 2026

By AAMER MADHANI - Associated Press

President Donald Trump is warning Iraqi officials that the U.S. would no longer support the country if its former prime minister, Nouri al-Maliki, returns to power. Trump made the threat on Tuesday, days after a dominant political bloc known as the Coordination Framework announced it had backed al-Maliki. Trump derided al-Maliki’s previous stewardship of Iraq and warned the U.S. “will no longer help Iraq” if he returns to power. The United States has long viewed al-Maliki as being too close to Iran. Iraq held elections in November but its caretaker prime minister was unable to form a government. That cleared the field for al-Maliki.

McKenney makes go-ahead layup as No. 3 Michigan hands No. 5 Nebraska its first loss, 75-72

January 27, 2026

By LARRY LAGE - AP Sports Writer

Trey McKenney made a tiebreaking layup with 1:07 left and No. 3 Michigan rallied past No. 5 Nebraska 75-72 to hand the Cornhuskers their first loss this season. Morez Johnson Jr. had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Wolverines, who trailed for 36-plus minutes before holding Nebraska scoreless over the final 3:20. Jamarques Lawrence missed a 3-pointer with 4 seconds remaining for the short-handed Cornhuskers, and Sam Hoiberg missed a jumper just before the buzzer. Nebraska had won 24 straight games dating to last season, including four victories in the inaugural College Basketball Crown tournament at Las Vegas last April. That was the longest winning streak in Division I since the 2014-15 Kentucky team went 38-0 before losing to Wisconsin in the Final Four.

What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats

January 27, 2026

By RIO YAMAT - AP Airlines and Travel Writer

Southwest Airlines passengers are making their final boarding-time scrambles for seats as the carrier prepares to end its signature open-seating system. Customers on Southwest flights will have assigned seats starting on Tuesday. The airline began selling tickets shaped by the new policy in July. New airfare tiers include the option of paying more to get a preferred seat closer to the front of a plane or seats with extra legroom. An eight‑group boarding structure is replacing the find-your-own-seat scrum. Southwest says the boarding groups are based on seat location, fare class, loyalty tier status and benefits from the airline’s credit card rewards program.

‘Doomsday Clock’ moves closer to midnight over threats from nuclear weapons, climate change and AI

January 27, 2026

By The Associated Press

A science-oriented advocacy group moved its “Doomsday Clock” to 85 seconds to midnight, saying the Earth is closer than ever to destruction. The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists on Tuesday cited threats from nuclear war, climate change, potential misuse of biotechnology and artificial intelligence. Last year, the clock advanced to 89 seconds to midnight. Since then, “global understandings are collapsing, accelerating a winner-takes-all great power competition and undermining the international cooperation” needed to reduce risks, the group said. The advocacy group began using a clock in 1947 to symbolize the potential and likelihood of people doing something to end humanity.

Judge issues temporary order barring removal of boy, 5, and father who were detained in Minnesota

January 27, 2026

By VALERIE GONZALEZ and HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH - Associated Press

A federal judge has issued a temporary order barring the removal of a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father whose arrest last week in Minnesota became another lightning rod for divisions on immigration under the Trump administration. U.S. Judge Fred Biery ruled Monday that any removal or transfer of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrian Alexander Conejo Arias, is on hold while a court case proceeds. The father and son are now at family detention facility in Dilley, Texas, near San Antonio. They were taken into custody last week outside their home in Minnesota.

UPS retires fleet of MD-11 aircraft involved in deadly Kentucky crash

January 27, 2026

By DYLAN LOVAN - Associated Press

UPS says it has retired its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes just months after one crashed in Louisville, killing 15 people. CEO Carol Tome said during a fourth-quarter earnings call Tuesday that the company decided to accelerate its plans while all MD-11s remain grounded by the Federal Aviation Administration. The plane’s three-person crew and 12 others on the ground were killed after the plane’s left engine fell off. The company is rebuilding its fleet with 18 new Boeing 767s in the next 15 months. The company also announced plans to cut up to 30,000 jobs this year as it reduces its shipments for Amazon.

Peralta willing to consider multiyear deal with Mets but wants to get settled in New York first

January 27, 2026

By JERRY BEACH - Associated Press

Freddy Peralta says he’s willing to consider a multiyear contract with the Mets before reaching free agency, but he wants to get settled in New York first. Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns expressed a similar sentiment after acquiring Peralta in a trade with Milwaukee last week, saying he would definitely allow the All-Star pitcher an adjustment period before potentially broaching a long-term arrangement. Peralta is due to make $8 million this season after the Brewers picked up their club option on a deal he signed in 2020. He can become a free agent following the World Series.

Judge issues temporary order barring removal of boy, 5, and father who were detained in Minnesota

January 27, 2026

The Associated Press,

(CNN) SAN ANTONIO (AP) — A federal judge has issued a temporary order prohibiting removal of a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father whose arrest last week in Minnesota quickly become another lightning rod for America’s divisions on immigration under the Trump administration. U.S. Judge Fred Biery ruled Monday that any removal or transfer of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and…

Judge finds Virginia Democrats’ redistricting resolution illegal

January 27, 2026

By OLIVIA DIAZ - Associated Press/Report for America

A Virginia judge has ruled that a proposed constitutional amendment letting Democrats redraw the state’s Congressional maps is illegal. Tazewell Circuit Court Judge Jack Hurley Jr. says lawmakers’ proposed constitutional amendment was invalid due to a technicality under state law that says such proposals must be passed and published by the clerk’s office at least three months before a general election. Lawmakers advanced their mid-decade redistricting resolution in October, less than a week before their statewide races. The ruling threatens Democrats’ efforts to pick up more U.S. House seats in the state in November.

TikTok faces app deletions, censorship claims and glitches in days after its ownership change

January 27, 2026

By BARBARA ORTUTAY - AP Technology Writer

Censorship claims, technical problems and a report of a surge in app deletions are just some of the challenges TikTok is facing this week as it adjusts to a new ownership structure in the U.S. The company said this week it was experiencing a “major infrastructure issue triggered by a power outage” at one of its U.S. data center partner sites. The outage led to bugs such as creators temporarily seeing zero views on their videos even if people had looked at them, as well as slow load times and timeout requests when posting videos.