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SNL's Sharp Satire on Trump, Venezuela, and ICE

January 18, 2026

SNL's latest cold open took aim at President Donald Trump's unusual connection to the Nobel Peace Prize. The show also highlighted the U. S. military's actions in Venezuela and the controversial ICE shooting in Minneapolis. The skit featured a mock news conference and cabinet meeting, filled with ex

politics

Minneapolis Somali Businesses Feel the Heat

January 18, 2026

In the heart of Minneapolis, a usually bustling hub of Somali businesses now echoes with silence. Karmel Mall, home to over a hundred shops, is seeing fewer customers and more closed signs. The reason? Fear. Fear of immigration raids, fear of being targeted, and fear of the unknown. The Somali comm

science

Eye Drops Get a Smart Upgrade for Glaucoma Treatment

January 18, 2026

Glaucoma is a tricky eye condition. It needs constant care. But what if eye drops could work better and last longer? Researchers have found a way to make this happen. They created tiny bubbles called liposomes. These bubbles carry the medicine dorzolamide hydrochloride. This medicine helps treat gl

celebrities

Famous Faces Rally Behind Timothy Busfield Amidst Serious Accusations

January 18, 2026

Timothy Busfield, an actor, is facing serious trouble. He's been accused of hurting a child. The police in Albuquerque want to arrest him. But Busfield has some powerful friends. They're fighting for him. They say he's a good person. They don't think he would ever hurt anyone, especially a kid. Bus

politics

Trans Rights Rally: A Clash of Perspectives

January 18, 2026

In Washington DC, two groups faced off during a Supreme Court hearing on a case that could impact trans children's participation in school sports. Hundreds gathered to support trans rights, while another large group aimed to uphold laws banning trans youth from sports aligned with their gender ident

weather

East Coast Braces for Double Trouble: Storms and Arctic Chill

January 18, 2026

The East Coast is in for a rough ride this weekend. Two winter storms are set to roll through, bringing snow, rain, and a wintry mix to various regions. But that's not all. An arctic blast is on its way, ready to sweep across the Eastern and Central U. S. as the new work week begins. First up, a qu

crime

Catching a Fugitive: The Hunt for Alejandro Rosales Castillo

January 18, 2026

Alejandro Rosales Castillo, a 27-year-old U. S. citizen, has been hiding in Mexico for years. He is wanted for the 2016 murder of his former girlfriend, Truc Quan "Sandy" Ly Le, in North Carolina. The FBI added him to their "Ten Most Wanted" list in 2017, and now, he is finally in custody. The arre

business

Credit Card Rate Cap: Banks Brace for Trump's Move

January 18, 2026

The clock is ticking for credit card companies as a deadline set by President Trump looms. The president has called for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates, but with just days left, there's still a lot of uncertainty about what will happen next. The White House hasn't shared many details about

education

Colorado Kids: Where Are They Going?

January 17, 2026

In Colorado, public schools are seeing fewer kids. About 10, 000 students left, which is a 1. 2% drop. That's a big change, but not as big as during the pandemic. Back then, 30, 000 students left. So, why are kids leaving now? One reason is that fewer kids are in the age group for school. But that'

politics

Puerto Rico's Ex-Governor Gets a Break

January 16, 2026

President Donald Trump is planning to pardon Wanda Vázquez, the former governor of Puerto Rico. She admitted to breaking campaign finance rules last August, which involved a former FBI agent and a Venezuelan banker. Her sentencing was supposed to happen soon, with federal prosecutors asking for a ye