Criminal probe raises key question: Will Powell leave the Fed in May?

Trump said on Tuesday that he hopes to name a new Fed chair in the next few weeks. But that could get held up by the criminal investigation of Powell.

Chiral nanowires can actively change electron spin direction

The phenomenon where electron spins align in a specific direction after passing through chiral materials is a cornerstone for future spin-based electronics. Yet, the precise process behind this effect has remained a mystery—until now.

Saudi King Salman having tests in hospital, state media says

DUBAI, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia's 90-year-old King Salman was undergoing medical tests in a hospital in Riyadh, the state news agency said on Friday. King of the world's biggest oil exporter and a major U.S. ally in the Middle East, he had received medical care for lung

Germany's Merz to raise migrant returns in talks with Syrian leader

BERLIN, Jan 16 (Reuters) - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will raise topics including the political transition in Syria and the return of migrants to their homeland in talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Berlin next Tuesday, a government spokesperson said on

South Africa to probe Iran's role in war games that angered US

South Africa's defence minister has ordered an inquiry into reports of Iran's participation in navy exercises, apparently against the instructions of the president, the ministry said Friday. The probe comes after the United States sharply criticised the past week's drills,

Star Wars first Jedi movie by James Mangold is on hold and sounds unlikely to happen

Kathleen Kennedy has given a status update on movies by Mangold and Taika Waititi plus Donald Glover's Lando and Steven Soderbergh's Ben Solo projects

'Alright, alright, alright': Matthew McConaughey trademarks iconic catchphrase to stop AI misuse

According to Matthew McConaughey's lawyers and an expert, this is the first instance of an actor using trademark law to protect their likeness from AI misuse.

Astronomer uses 'China Sky Eye' to reveal binary origin of fast radio bursts

An international team of astronomers, including researchers from the Department of Physics at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), has uncovered the first decisive evidence that at least some fast radio burst (FRB) sources—brief but powerful flashes of radio waves from distant

Martin Lewis on why you should check your tax code now

Millions of people could be on the wrong tax code.

There are a surprising number of programs designed to randomly kill processes on your computer until it crashes—or you wimp out

Process roulette is the name of the game.

In a bid for stability, Arab states have become a buffer zone between Iran and Trump

The Gulf states and Turkey are mounting an intensive diplomatic push to avert a U.S.–Iran clash that could trigger a costly regional war, offering economic incentives to ensure their territory and interests remain protected. So far, the effort appears to be working

Venezuela's interim president proposes oil reform

Delcy Rodríguez gave her first state of the union address to the country after the US seized Nicolás Maduro.

Suspended Ford worker who heckled Trump gets $800K in donations

A Ford employee was suspended after heckling Trump during a visit of a Michigan auto plant.

Berlin Film Festival to Open With Afghan Director Shahrbanoo Sadat’s Romantic Comedy ‘No Good Men’

Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat’s romantic comedy “No Good Men” has been set as Berlin Film Festival opener. The German-backed film set inside a Kabul newsroom during the democratic era, before the Taliban returned to power in 2021, will open the festival on Feb. 12 at the

Berlin Film Festival to Open With ‘No Good Men’ From Afghan Director Shahrbanoo Sadat

"Sadat continues her vital work spotlighting Afghan women’s lives, here bringing romance and touches of humour to a rousingly political story."

Will unseasonably hot weather dash Southern California's hopes for a 2026 superbloom?

Wildflower expert Naomi Fraga was excited about the prospect of an extraordinary bloom this spring, after a winter of near record rainfall, but this week's unseasonably hot, dry weather has dimmed her hopes for a superbloom year.

David Ellison Embarks on European Lobbying Trek to Rally Support for His Hostile Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

David Ellison is on a race against the clock, meeting political leaders and entertainment figures across Europe to rally support for his $108.4 billion hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery and build an opposition against rival suitor Netflix. The outreach comes as regulators

Why would a UK judge deny fired Rockstar workers interim relief?

Kuits specialist employment solicitor, Jake McManus, breaks down the legal mechanism after a group of ousted Rockstar devs were denied interim pay earlier this week.

Japan: Traditional rice pounding ceremony held in snowy Aomori village

In Aomori, Japan, women in kimonos performed the Taue Mochitsuki rice pounding ceremony amid snowfall, aiming for a good harvest and family protection.

H-E-B once again ranks as No. 1 grocery store in the US

H-E-B claimed the top spot for the fourth year in a row, and the fifth time in nine years. Market Basket, Woodman’s, Costco, and Aldi round out the top five.

Syria poised to attack Kurdish-held towns to pressure stalled talks, sources say

By Suleiman Al-Khalidi, Mahmoud Hasano , Jonathan Spicer and Timour Azhari Jan 15 (Reuters) - Syrian troops are poised to attack towns in the north and east held by Kurdish fighters, sources familiar with the matter said, to pressure autonomy-minded Kurds into making

Why Trump’s backers on Wall Street are desperate for the DOJ to end its Powell probe

"This thing is next level dumb and I'm largely a fan of the president," said one Trump supporter.

No, don't take over Greenland — there's absolutely no need.

The U.S. already possesses exactly what it needs in Greenland.

Guillermo del Toro to Receive Dilys Powell Honor at London Critics’ Circle Film Awards

The 'Frankenstein' director said in response to the news that "working in this industry continues to be the joy of a lifetime."

Can a Nobel Prize be gifted or sold? Some have done it in the past

Although Machado's gesture marks a rare instance of a living laureate parting with their medal shortly after receiving it, it is not unprecedented, and rules state that Machado could give away her actual medal but not the honour itself.

90 passengers safe after American Airlines plane veers off taxiway at Rochester airport

American Airlines said Flight 3057 partially left the paved surface of the taxiway after completing deicing procedures amid snow and freezing temperatures.

Trump weighs options after holding off on Iran strikes

Morning Report is The Hill's a.m. newsletter. Subscribe here. In today's issue: ▪ Trump urged against striking Iran ▪ Machado gives Trump her Nobel Prize ▪ Tensions rise over Insurrection Act threat ▪ GOP unenthused on credit rate cap President Trump has seemingly pulled back

Alibaba: the AI kingmaker

A doctor anywhere likely loves using AI as a second opinion on her lawyers’ legal advice, to prepare for a meeting or to fact-check his claims. However, she perhaps still has only scorn, when she is wearing the other shoe. She has a list of reasons why AI should not be trusted

US accuses South Africa military of 'cosying up to Iran'

The defence minister orders an inquiry into reports the military flouted orders to expel Iran from naval drills.

Microsoft rolls out tables in Notepad for all Windows 11 users, though I'd feel happier about this if I knew this was the final addition to my favorite little app

You can have too much of a good thing.

Putin talks to Netanyahu and Iran's Pezeshkian, says Russia is willing to mediate

MOSCOW, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the situation in Iran in separate calls on Friday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and said that Moscow was willing to mediate in the region, the Kremlin

Iran protests abate after deadly crackdown, residents and rights group say

By Parisa Hafezi and Nayera Abdallah Dubai, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Iran's deadly crackdown appears to have broadly quelled protests for now, according to a rights group and residents, as state media reported more arrests on Friday in the shadow of U.S. threats to intervene if

Analysis-Musk's Starlink faces high-profile security test in Iran crackdown

By Joey Roulette and Cassell Bryan-Low WASHINGTON, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Iran’s crackdown on dissidents is shaping up as one of the toughest security tests yet for Elon Musk’s Starlink, which has served as a lifeline against state-imposed internet blackouts since its deployment

Spotify to hike subscription price

Spotify last hiked fees for U.S. subscribers in June 2024, which marked the second increase in less than a year.

Africa: Benin - 10,000 Women Entrepreneurs Receive Business Development Support

[World Bank] Washington -- The World Bank approved $100 million in financing from the International Development Association (IDA) to help Benin promote access to finance and growth for women entrepreneurs in both the formal and informal sectors.

Man accused of murdering woman and toddler in Munich car attack goes on trial

The Afghan suspect is accused of killing a 37-year-old woman and her two-year-old daughter.

War in Ukraine: How Kyiv copes with winter power outages

Ukraine faces another harsh winter as Russian strikes leave Kyiv without stable electricity or heating. Residents rely on emergency centres to cope with the cold.

US Congress members visit Denmark as Trump's pressure on Greenland rises

The visit comes after high-level talks in Washington failed to dissuade Trump from his plan to annex the semi-autonomous Danish territory.

Africa: Updated WHO Manuals Released to Help Countries Strengthen Foodborne Disease Surveillance and Response

[WHO] Timely detection and effective response to foodborne diseases are essential to protect public health and prevent local events from escalating into wider emergencies. To support countries in strengthening these capacities, the World Health Organization has released updated

Taiwan touts 'best tariff deal' with US amid Beijing's objections

Taiwan had secured 15% tariffs with no additional fees for the automotive and wood furniture industries, and no tariffs for some components used in the aerospace industry.

Governing with foresight: Designing institutions for the next decades

As the World Economic Forum once again brings state and corporate leaders together in Davos, Euronews will moderate a panel discussion organised by the National Planning Council at the Qatar Pavilion.

Fact check: Is Ursula von der Leyen 'auto-increasing' her own salary?

Recent claims circulating on social media allege that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been “automatically increasing” her own salary. The Cube examined the claims to clarify how the salaries of EU officials are actually determined.

Transcript: Trump Press Sec Snaps at Media as Polls on ICE Turns Dire

Greg Sargent: This is The Daily Blast from The New Republic , produced and presented by the DSR Network. I’m your host, Greg Sargent. At a press briefing on Thursday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt repeatedly lost her temper with reporters. It’s no accident that

BBC in Talks to Produce Content for YouTube in Landmark Deal

The BBC and YouTube are in talks for a landmark deal that would see the British broadcaster produce content for the video platform, Variety has confirmed. The deal — initially reported in the Financial Times — is expected to be announced as soon as next week, and would involve

Vitamin A may be helping cancer hide from the immune system

A vitamin A byproduct has been found to quietly disarm the immune system, allowing tumors to evade attack and weakening cancer vaccines. Scientists have now developed a drug that shuts down this pathway, dramatically boosting immune responses and slowing cancer growth in

Myanmar tells ICJ Rohingya genocide claims 'unsubstantiated'

Brazil transfers military equipment to Uruguay and Paraguay to bolster regional security

Brazil has enacted two laws formalizing the transfer of military aircraft and equipment to Uruguay and Paraguay, as part of an initiative to upgrade operational capabilities of neighboring countries and enhance regional security, Agência Brasil reported.

Myanmar tells World Court Gambia has not proven Rohingya genocide case

THE HAGUE, Jan 16 - Myanmar told the United Nations' top court on Friday that Gambia had not proven its accusation that the Myanmar government had committed genocide against the minority Muslim Rohingya, part of a hearing on the landmark case.

A Very 2026 Art Reading List

Also, the Smithsonian complies with Trump, the Asian Art Museum's baby rave, and an interview El Salvador's Venice Biennale artist.