A Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti, a VA nurse, during an immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis, sparking investigations and widespread public reaction. The incident has led to conflicting narratives from officials and eyewitnesses and has drawn commentary from politicians, celebrities, and gun rights groups.
The families of two Trinidadian nationals, Chad Joseph and Rishi Samaroo, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging their relatives were unlawfully killed in a US military strike in the Caribbean Sea.
The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group has been deployed to the Middle East region, with President Trump warning Iran to 'come to the table' for negotiations. The move is seen as a direct threat amid escalating tensions between the two countries.
Former Patriots coach Bill Belichick was not elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame on his first ballot, a decision that drew strong reactions from figures like Donald Trump, Jimmy Johnson, and Patrick Mahomes.
President Trump warned Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey that he is 'PLAYING WITH FIRE' for stating the city will not enforce federal immigration laws. The conflict has drawn reactions from other political figures, such as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who said officials taking similar stances in his state would be fired.
Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown substance by a man who charged her during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis. The suspect was arrested, and Omar continued with the event despite the assault.
A Russian drone strike targeted a civilian passenger train in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, killing at least five people and injuring others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack as an act of terrorism.
A Netflix documentary titled 'The Stringer' claims that photographer Nguyễn Thành Nghệ, not Nick Ut, took the famous 1972 'Napalm Girl' photo from the Vietnam War. The Associated Press is standing by its longtime credit to Ut unless definitive proof emerges.
Crowds of fans in Japan gathered to say goodbye to the country's last two giant pandas before their departure to China. The pandas, born in Tokyo, are being returned as part of China's "panda diplomacy" program.
A plush horse toy with a downward-turned smile, the result of a sewing error, has become a viral sensation in China. Many consumers find its sad expression relatable, leading to a surge in sales ahead of the Lunar New Year.
A skier in China's Xinjiang region was attacked by a rare snow leopard after reportedly stopping to take a photograph of the animal. The tourist was bitten and taken to a hospital for treatment.
Approximately 26 protesters were arrested during a demonstration outside a Minneapolis hotel where Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino was reportedly staying. The protest was part of ongoing demonstrations against the presence of federal immigration agents in the city.
Following the fatal shooting of a protester by federal agents in Minneapolis, the Trump administration has appointed "border czar" Tom Homan to oversee immigration operations in Minnesota. The move is seen as a change in strategy and leadership amid growing backlash.
Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas is returning to the sport to drive for the new Cadillac F1 team. Bottas spent the previous year as a reserve driver for Mercedes.
Véronique Nichanian, the longtime menswear designer for Hermès, is leaving the luxury fashion house after a 38-year tenure. Her long career at a single house is considered a rarity in the fashion industry.
