Tax Refunds Poised to Rise Sharply as IRS Tax Filing Season Begins
Tax refunds could rise sharply in 2026 as new deductions and credits take effect with the IRS filing season now open.
Windows 11 Update Chaos Rocks Microsoft’s Reliability Claims
Microsoft’s January Windows 11 update caused shutdown failures, cloud app crashes, and emergency patches across enterprises.
Winter Storm’s Toll Mounts: At Least 18 Dead, Major Disruptions Across U.S.
At least 18 people are dead as a massive winter storm causes power outages, flight cancellations, and travel chaos across the U.S.
OpenAI’s Left-Leaning Hire Sparks Political Questions
OpenAI hires Democratic strategist Ann O’Leary, sparking debate over AI policy and political influence in Silicon Valley.
France Fast-Tracks Bold Social Media Ban for Under-15s
France plans a social media ban for under-15s, citing child safety and mental health as lawmakers fast-track the legislation.
Fed’s Future in Flux: Rieder Leads Fed Chair Race as Supreme Court Weighs Autonomy Battle
Rick Rieder leads Fed chair race as Supreme Court case Trump v. Cook could reshape Fed independence in 2026.
California Post Debuts Today With Bold Mission to Shake Up Golden State Media
The California Post launches in Los Angeles, aiming to challenge legacy media with daily digital and print coverage statewide.
Latest on U.S.–Iran Tensions and Military Deployment
The USS Abraham Lincoln strike group enters the Middle East as Iran’s deadly protest crackdown fuels rising tensions with the U.S.
Federal Border Patrol Shooting in Minneapolis Sparks National Crisis
A fatal Border Patrol shooting in Minneapolis sparks protests, political fallout, and a national crisis over immigration enforcement.