A Justice Department probe into the Fed’s $2.5B headquarters renovation sparked political conflict, raising fears of interference in monetary policy.

Trump spoke at Davos, pushing "America First" amid global scrutiny and domestic legal challenges.

Jake Lang was escorted from a Minneapolis rally amid rising tensions, with no injuries or arrests.

Indian quick-commerce apps like Blinkit and Zepto dropped 10-minute delivery promises after government action over worker safety and labor rights.

Former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema sued over alleged affair with her bodyguard, sparking a rare emotional damage claim.

The Pentagon will integrate Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok into military networks by late January 2026, despite ethical and safety concerns.

Several Americans detained in Venezuela were released in a move seen as a gesture toward peace.

Maharashtra municipal polls began Jan. 15, 2026, with 3.48 crore voters choosing 15,908 candidates in a high-stakes contest.

The Pentagon ordered Stars and Stripes to shift to military-focused content, ending independent journalism and raising concerns over government control.

Iran plans to execute 26-year-old Erfan Soltani for protesting, marking the first such execution in recent unrest.