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Meta is signaling its closeness to President-elect Trump by appointing his ally and UFC CEO Dana White to its Board of Directors.

Zuckerberg appoints UFC boss and Trump ally Dana White to Meta Board

Minnesota's legislature was tied on Election Day. But with one Democratic member unable to take a seat, Republicans plan to take the majority.

Minnesota Democrats threaten to stay home to protect tie in state House

A Louisiana man has died after contracting bird flu. The 65-year-old is the first person in the U.S. to die from the virus.

Louisiana man dies after contracting bird flu, marking first US death

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on aid to the rebel groups now governing Syria, marking a step toward supporting the Islamist rebels.

US eases restrictions on aid for new Syrian government

A new study exploring the harmful effects sugary drinks have on health reveals a global rise in diabetes and heart disease linked to regular consumption.

Sugary drinks tied to millions of diabetes, heart disease cases worldwide

U.S. officials warn against “Maneater” screwworm known to dig into open wounds

Texas officials on the watch for ‘maneater’ parasite after detection in Mexico

Google has a new team to advance artificial intelligence even further, possibly changing the game in simulation technology.

Google announces new AI dev team aimed at simulating the physical world

The battle to lower credit card swipe fees for small businesses has stretched into the new year.

New year, same fees: The debate over credit card swipe fees continues

New Jersey has eliminated the requirement for aspiring teachers to pass a basic skills test in reading, writing and math.

New Jersey removes basic literacy test requirement for teachers amid shortage

WWE and Netflix start a new era in pro wrestling when "Raw" premieres on the streaming service on Jan. 6, 2025.

WWE, Netflix begin new ‘Raw’ era for a global audience

The Washington Post released an exclusive report Monday, Jan.6 that claimed President-elect Donald Trump is considering scaling back his tariff plans. Trump is calling the story “fake news.”

Trump denies report that team is considering scaled-back tariffs

President Joe Biden bestowed the highest American civilian honor to some big names in politics, Hollywood and professional sports.

Hillary Clinton, George Soros receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

A long-time cartoonist for The Washington Post has resigned after she said her latest cartoon, critical of owner Jeff Bezos, was blocked.

Washington Post cartoonist quits after paper blocks Bezos-Trump drawing

New York City's new congestion pricing has taken effect.

New York’s congestion toll takes effect without any speed bumps

The lawsuit is the star-crossed steel companies’ last-ditch attempt to revive the deal President Joe Biden squashed last week.

Nippon and US Steel sue Biden for ‘sham’ review blocking $15 billion deal

After a unannounced visit to meet with President-elect Donald Trump, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says SpaceX deal weren't discussed.

Italian PM denies SpaceX talks with Trump as nation nears €1.5 billion deal

Sales of cars, trucks and minivans in the U.S. have bounced back since the devastating effects of the Covid pandemic and supply chain issues.

Most American automakers report encouraging 2024 sales

More details emerged about the man authorities said killed 14 people and injured dozens more when he drove a rented truck into a crowd of revelers in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. The FBI said Sunday the attacker, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, visited the city twice in the weeks leading up to the deadly act of terrorism and recorded video of the area using Meta Smart Glasses.

Details emerge about New Orleans suspect’s actions in weeks before attack

Congress is set to certify Donald Trump's presidential win.

Congress to certify Trump’s win; Biden issues warning to ‘not forget’ riots

A judge in federal court heard arguments Friday in a case over New York City's congestion pricing plan, which is set to start Sunday morning.

Judge hears last-minute challenge to NYC congestion pricing plan

Yolanda Saldívar, 63, has her first opportunity to file for parole this year, 30 years into her life sentence in prison.

Woman convicted of killing pop star Selena files for parole

FBI issued a bulletin warning of potential “copycat or retaliatory attacks” after a deadly New Year’s morning incident in New Orleans.

FBI warns of potential ‘retaliatory attacks’ after deadly New Orleans assault

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to expand involuntary mental health commitments, a decision she said was driven by the recent subway attacks.

Gov. Kathy Hochul aims to change involuntary commitment law in NY

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill allowing police to charge for public records, including body cam, dashboard and jail footage.

Ohio governor signs bill allowing police to charge for release of body cam video