Rubio Demands Panama Reduce Chinese Influence Over Canal or US Will Act
The top U.S. diplomat’s first overseas trip reflects a desire to counter Chinese influence in Latin America.
Is Your Diet Making You Sick? | Dr. Berg
‘They find these loopholes and they try to cheat the system. And it’s called organic, but is it really organic?’ asks Dr. Eric Berg.
Castello di Amorosa: California Medieval
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a medieval revival castle in California’s Napa Valley wine country.
How a Groundhog Became America’s Most Famous Meteorologist
In ‘This Week in History,’ groundhogs, a cartoonist, and a Pennsylvania editor with a flair for the dramatic create a lasting American tradition.
‘The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits’: A Cozy Amish Mystery
In a new novel, someone’s hand gets caught in the cookie jar as Fannie Miller solves the mysterious disappearance of contestants at a local baking contest.
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Panama Says It Will Not Renew ‘Belt and Road’ Agreement With China After Rubio Visit
The announcement followed President Jose Mulino’s meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Panama City on Sunday.
Trump Defends Tariffs, Says Potential Gain ‘Worth the Price That Must Be Paid’
‘Will there be some pain? Yes, maybe ... it will all be worth the price that must be paid,’ Trump said.
White House Says Tariffs Are ‘Necessary Solution’ in Response to Critics
Industry groups argue that imposing widespread tariffs won’t solve the fentanyl crisis. Families affected by it support the move.
‘The Disaster After the Disaster’: Toxic Hazards Threaten LA Residents
Families left in the dark about when it’s safe to return home and who’s responsible for testing ashes for chemicals and toxins.
Day in Photos: Punxsutawney Phil’s Prediction, Marco Rubio Visits Panama, and WWII Festivities
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
Chinese Links to Alleged Undersea Cable Sabotage in Europe, Asia
Vessels operating out of communist China have been linked to major incidents involving the alleged sabotage of natural gas pipelines and other undersea cables.
Falun Gong Practitioners Celebrate Chinese New Year in Flushing Parade
Many New York politicians took part in the event, including New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
A Governor, a Justice, and a Family Bible: Landry Helps Swear In Kristi Noem
Louisiana’s governor first got to know Noem when they were both in Congress. Years later, he played an unexpected role when she joined Trump’s Cabinet.
Texas House of Representatives Passes Resolution to Designate Jan. 29 as ‘Shen Yun Day’
The resolution recognizes Shen Yun Performing Arts for its efforts at reviving 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture and values around the world.
Transportation Secretary Calls for FAA Reforms, More Air Traffic Controllers After Deadly Plane Crash
‘You want the brightest protecting yourself and your family. That’s what we’re going to do with the department,’ Sean Duffy said.
FBI Captures Fugitive on 10 Most Wanted List
This is the second individual from the list arrested in a week.
Trump Says Venezuela Agreed to Take Illegal Immigrants Back, Pay for Transportation
That includes Tren de Aragua gang members, the president says.
Houston–New York Flight ‘Safely Aborted Its Takeoff,’ Passengers Evacuated, FAA Says
No additional information was provided by the FAA, which advised people to ‘contact the airline for additional information.’
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate has begun the confirmation process for the president-elect’s new administration.
USAID Website Goes Offline Amid Trump Admin’s Freeze on Foreign Aid
The Trump administration has not yet said whether it plans to eliminate the agency or give the State Department more authority over USAID.
Netanyahu to Discuss ‘Victory Over Hamas’ With Trump in US Trip
Netanyahu wants to discuss how the United States and Israel could ’strengthen security ... and achieve a remarkable era of peace through strength.’
Herniated Disk: Common Spinal Condition With 3 Main Causes
About 3 million Americans experience a herniated, or ‘slipped,’ disk annually.
NTSB: Conflicting Altimeter Data Retrieved After Midair Collision Near Washington
The control tower data for the Black Hawk helicopter have revealed a significant discrepancy in altitude readings, investigators say.
Army Identifies Last of 3 Soldiers Killed in Midair Collision
Three U.S. soldiers, 60 airline passengers, and four airline crew members were killed in the Jan. 29 collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Mexico Says It Will Retaliate With Tariffs, China to File Lawsuit With WTO
Trump imposed 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada and an additional 10 percent levy on China, to begin Feb. 4.
‘Sir Patrick Spens’: A Moving Poem of Loyalty
This medieval poem about an ill-fated knight is a lesson in loyalty.
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Cutting the Budget
In an effort to change the objective of a bureaucracy, you need to establish goals and rewards for success in achieving those goals.
There Was a Time
Someday, maybe, God will decide we’ve suffered enough, and ... then we will return.
The Untold Stories of the Tiananmen Massacre
We will never know how many people were massacred the night of June 3‒4, 1989
A History of the American Nation
A patriotic poem by Ted Schneider
Of Cars and Kids
Why should our kids have to settle for a Trabant, or a Pyonghwa, education when they could have a BMW?
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How the ‘Bridge That Couldn’t Be Built’ Was Built
In ‘This Week in History,’ the citizens of San Francisco chose to build the impossible bridge and rely on a brilliant designer to lead the way.
Figure Skater Maxim Naumov, 23, Receives Constant Care After Losing Parents in DC Plane Crash
World Figure Skating champions Evgenia ‘Zhenya’ Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were among the 67 killed in the collision on Jan. 29.
Figure Skater Maxim Naumov, 23, Receives Constant Care After Losing Parents in DC Plane Crash
World Figure Skating champions Evgenia ‘Zhenya’ Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were among the 67 killed in the collision on Jan. 29.
Young Adult Mortality 70 Percent Higher Than Expected, Mostly From Unnatural Causes, Study Finds
Drug poisoning, cardiometabolic conditions, and social factors drive death increases in people aged 25–44.
Young Adult Mortality 70 Percent Higher Than Expected, Mostly From Unnatural Causes, Study Finds
Drug poisoning, cardiometabolic conditions, and social factors drive death increases in people aged 25–44.
‘One Day’: From the Shadows of Sorrow, Rays of Hope and Healing Arise
As a man works on an insurance claim for a woman in a coma, something strange happens.
Magnificent and Unusual Creatures of Our World
Author Katherine Rundell’s ‘Vanishing Treasures’ explains why we should learn about our planet’s marvelous fellow inhabitants.
Monticello’s Heritage Trees
In this installment on “History Off the Beaten Path,” we visit the grounds of President Thomas Jefferson’s home and see some trees that he had planted.
‘Back in Action’: Pretty Sure AI Wrote This Thing
The entire cast must have been in need some quick cash because “Back in Action” is not doing any of their resumes any favors.
‘One Day’: From the Shadows of Sorrow, Rays of Hope and Healing Arise
As a man works on an insurance claim for a woman in a coma, something strange happens.
Come Home to a Heart-Warming Bowl of Cheesy Potato Soup
This nourishing potato soup is a one-pot wonder that goes from pantry and fridge to table in about a half hour.
Toledo: Spain’s Historic, Artistic, and Spiritual Center
Toledo’s street plan is the most confusing in Spain, its cathedral the most Gothic, and the cathedral’s altar the most stunning.
Cool Is the New Hot: Why the Coldest Vacations Are 2025’s Hottest Travel Trend
Forget palm-fringed beaches, it’s ice ice baby.
How to Handle Winter Storm-Related Travel Disruptions
As the powerful Winter Storm Blair swept across the United States, travelers found themselves facing widespread flight delays and cancellations.
Toledo: Spain’s Historic, Artistic, and Spiritual Center
Toledo’s street plan is the most confusing in Spain, its cathedral the most Gothic, and the cathedral’s altar the most stunning.
Belle da Costa Greene: The Morgan Library’s Medieval Manuscripts
The Morgan Library & Museum celebrates its inaugural director and her selection of superlative medieval manuscripts.
Frederic Dorr Steele: Creating the American Persona of Sherlock Holmes
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young artist who illustrates for literary giants and creates a lasting visual image of Sherlock Holmes.
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