Israel said it targeted Hamas militants and weapons sites. The majority of the dead were women and children, the Gaza Health Ministry said. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/01/31/gaza-israel-strikes/ Author : Gerry Shih, Siham Shamalakh, Lior Soroka Publish date : 2026-01-31 17:15:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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President Donald Trump is pushing plans for a massive triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., a project the White House says will become one of the most iconic landmarks in the world as critics warn the structure could visually dominate nearby memorials, including the Lincoln Memorial.The White House defended the proposal in a statement to Fox News Digital, describing the monument as a central part of Trump’s legacy and vision ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary."The Arch is going to be one of the most iconic landmarks not only in Washington, D.C., but throughout the world," White House spokesman Davis Ingle
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the question “the one remaining item” in Abu Dhabi peace talks. Russia disputed that. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/01/world/europe/putin-ukraine-donbas-donetsk.html Author : Paul Sonne Publish date : 2026-02-01 05:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
After Christian Menefee is sworn in, Democrats will have 214 House seats. Republicans currently hold 218, giving House Speaker Mike Johnson a razor-thin majority. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/01/31/house-democrats-texas-18th-district/ Author : Brianna Tucker Publish date : 2026-02-01 04:16:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Democrat Christian Menefee, a former attorney for Houston's Harris County, has won a special congressional election in a left-leaning congressional district in Texas, which has been vacant for nearly a year.The Associated Press reports that Menefee defeated former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards, a fellow Democrat, in Saturday's runoff election to fill the seat left vacant when Democratic Rep. Sylvester Turner died last March.Menefee's victory means the Republicans' razor-thin House majority — they currently control the chamber 218-213 — will shrink by one seat when Menefee is sworn in to Congress.DEMOCRATIC TAKEOVER FEARS SOAR AS HOUSE REPUBLICANS CLING TO
After being jailed as a resistance organizer for the Tamil minority in his native Sri Lanka, he spoke out against governmental repression worldwide. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/world/asia/t-kumar-dead.html Author : Adam Nossiter Publish date : 2026-01-31 22:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Requiring aging plants to operate after their scheduled closures hurts consumers, who pay the price. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/01/31/coal-plants-energy-department-mandates-electricity/ Author : Editorial Board Publish date : 2026-01-31 10:45:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
A criminal illegal immigrant was detained Saturday after allegedly ramming his car into a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicle in Minnesota, according to federal authorities.Tranquilino Sixto-Anorve, an illegal immigrant from Mexico, was arrested after allegedly striking an ICE vehicle and a civilian car Saturday morning in St. Paul, officials said.According to ICE, Sixto-Anorve has multiple DUI convictions and was being targeted for arrest because his criminal history indicated he was a "public safety threat.""This ramming highlights increased risks our brave men and women of ICE face amid hostile rhetoric and actions from anti-ICE agitators and politicians," ICE said
As Lamont, he was a young man in constant battle with his father and business partner, played by Redd Foxx, on the popular 1970s series. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/arts/television/demond-wilson-dead.html Author : Anita Gates Publish date : 2026-01-31 23:47:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
As mounds of stubborn snow remained on some residential streets and other areas, many Washingtonians found their own ways of digging out, whether through charity, camaraderie or commerce. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/01/31/dc-area-residents-clear-snow-ice/ Author : Brittany Shammas, Michael Laris, Ruby Mellen Publish date : 2026-01-31 22:48:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem on Saturday touted sweeping Transportation Security Administration (TSA) operations at Miami International Airport, saying the efforts have played a critical role in protecting U.S. transportation networks.Speaking at a news conference at the airport, Noem said TSA officers prevented more than 10,000 people with suspected ties to narcoterrorism from traveling over the past year. She added that an additional 85,000 people linked to terrorism or listed on the U.S. terrorism watch list were also stopped from boarding flights."What has happened here at this airport is that over the last year they have prevented
Deadly blasts, including one that may have been caused by a gas leak, raised anxiety in the country. “Society is waiting for war,” one Iranian said. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/world/middleeast/iran-explosions-jitters.html Author : Leily Nikounazar and Pranav Baskar Publish date : 2026-01-31 20:33:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Connor McMichael, Charlie Lindgren and Matt Roy were placed on injured reserve ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the first-place Hurricanes. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2026/01/31/capitals-hurricanes-lines-game-recap/ Author : Bailey Johnson Publish date : 2026-01-31 21:21:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Former NASCAR driver Brian Vickers was mentioned in numerous documents in the latest Epstein files dropped Friday.Vickers’ ex-wife, Sarah Kellen, was named as an unindicted co-conspirator in Epstein’s 2008 nonprosecution deal and was later described as "criminally responsible" by a federal judge during Ghislaine Maxwell’s 2022 sentencing.The most damning implication of Vickers' apparent relationship with Epstein appears to be an email directly from Vickers to Epstein sent Feb. 14, 2019.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In an email with the subject line, "Thought you would like this," Vickers sent an attachment with the message, "Happy Valentines Buddy" and a
Minnesota officials had sought a temporary end to the deployment of 3,000 federal agents, claiming state sovereignty had been violated. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/us/judge-minnesota-ice-ruling.html Author : Mitch Smith Publish date : 2026-01-31 18:43:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Laura Veltz, Grammy nominee for songwriter of the year, pushed beyond her hit Maren Morris country ballads to work with Demi Lovato, Jessie Murph and rappers. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/music/2026/01/31/laura-veltz-songwriter-grammys/ Author : Emily Yahr Publish date : 2026-01-31 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Anti-ICE protests have reached the site of next week's Winter Olympics.Hundreds of demonstrators were in Milan on Saturday amid the announcement that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents would be deployed at this year's Games. U.S. Embassy officials told The Associated Press on Tuesday that ICE agents would support diplomatic security details and would not run any immigration enforcement operations."Obviously, ICE does not conduct immigration enforcement operations in foreign countries," the Department of Homeland Security said in a statement.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM But that did not stop the protests at Piazza XXV Aprile."No thank you, from Minnesota
A local health official said at least 26 people had been killed in the attacks, which the Israeli military said had targeted Hamas commanders. The opening of the border was seen as progress in the cease-fire. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/world/middleeast/israel-strikes-gaza-rafah-reopening.html Author : Natan Odenheimer and Fatima AbdulKarim Publish date : 2026-01-31 15:33:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Miso soup, lentil curry, congee and other recipes to deliver to someone battling a winter cold. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2026/01/31/sick-day-care-package-recipes-soup-stew/ Author : Aaron Hutcherson Publish date : 2026-01-31 15:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
First Lady Melania Trump debuted a new documentary that offers a rare look at her life. Marc Beckman, the film’s producer and a senior advisor to the first lady, said audiences left the premiere "inspired."The film premiered Thursday at the Trump Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and follows the first lady through the 20 days of her life leading up to President Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration.Beckman, who has worked with Melania Trump for more than two decades, said the film highlights her independence and commitment to her family, business and the country."This story, it's unprecedented, it's groundbreaking. We never had
Investors are increasingly souring on the United States, as illustrated by the declining dollar, the stalled stock market and rising government borrowing costs. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/business/sell-america-dollar-financial-markets.html Author : Joe Rennison Publish date : 2026-01-31 13:26:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Historically, U.S. workers with a bachelor’s degree or higher have enjoyed better employment outcomes. That’s starting to shift, labor data shows. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/01/31/labor-market-gap-trade-workers-white-collar/ Author : Taylor Telford Publish date : 2026-01-31 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
A photo gallery of the stars lost in 2026. Source link : https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/hollywood-stars-who-died-2026-photos Author : Publish date : 2026-01-31 13:23:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Only one thing could make the TV show and cultural phenomenon “Heated Rivalry” more Canadian: pairing one of its stars, Hudson Williams, with Prime Minister Mark Carney in the nation’s capital. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/31/world/canada/carney-heated-rivalry-hudson-williams.html Author : Matina Stevis-Gridneff Publish date : 2026-01-31 11:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Minnesotans outraged by the killings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti have signed up in large numbers to monitor and protest ICE with other activists. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/01/31/ice-watchers-minneapolis-renee-good-alex-pretti/ Author : Annie Gowen Publish date : 2026-01-31 11:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.