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Every published file in reverse chronological order.
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ICC judges rule former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial
Judges at the International Criminal Court have found Rodrigo Duterte fit to participate in proceedings over alleged crimes against humanity tied to the Philippines’ “war on drugs,” clearing the way for a February hearing.
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Tech giants stumble early in 2026 as investors rotate away from mega-cap growth
Several of the largest U.S. tech stocks have had a rough start to 2026, with investors shifting toward other parts of the market amid valuation concerns and a more cautious “risk-off” mood.
- 0051
More than 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers strike across California and Hawaii
Thousands of Kaiser Permanente nurses and health care professionals began an open-ended strike over staffing, pay and bargaining disputes, as unions and management trade claims about negotiations and patient impact.
- 0052
Calls mount for Homeland Security shakeup after Minneapolis shooting; Border Patrol commander stripped of role
US political pressure intensified after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving federal immigration enforcement, with lawmakers escalating demands aimed at DHS leadership and reporting that the local Border Patrol commander is being removed from a high-profile role.
- 0053
Ukraine war: Kharkiv hit again as NATO warns of the harshest winter in a decade and Europe tightens energy pressure on Russia
A new wave of Russian strikes disrupted power and damaged buildings in Ukraine as cold weather deepened the humanitarian strain. NATO’s chief urged allies to draw on stockpiles to bolster Ukraine’s air defenses, while European moves on energy aimed to further reduce reliance on Russian gas.
- 0054
France votes to ban social media for under-15s, setting a new test for age verification and platform accountability
French lawmakers approved legislation banning under-15s from social media and extending phone restrictions in schools. The plan raises major technical questions about age checks, enforcement timelines, and how platforms will comply under European digital rules.
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Trump says tariffs on South Korean goods will rise to 25% as Washington pressures Seoul over delayed trade framework
President Donald Trump said the U.S. will raise tariffs on South Korean goods, arguing Seoul has not followed through on a trade framework announced in 2025. The move threatens autos, lumber, pharmaceuticals and broader imports, and risks renewed volatility in markets and diplomatic relations.
- 0056
Women’s flag football added to NCAA Emerging Sports program as momentum builds for varsity adoption
Women’s flag football has been added to the NCAA’s Emerging Sports for Women program, a step designed to accelerate varsity growth and, eventually, championship recognition. The move reflects rapid expansion at the youth and high school levels and increasing interest from colleges.
- 0057
Wall Street wobbles near a record as insurers plunge and a Meta-Corning data-center deal lifts tech-linked shares
U.S. stocks zigzagged near record territory as a sharp selloff in health insurers offset strong moves tied to tech infrastructure and upbeat earnings from several big companies. Investors also braced for the Federal Reserve’s next interest-rate decision and a busy week of results from major tech firms.
- 0058
CDC links multistate Salmonella outbreak to Live It Up Super Greens supplement powders; recall underway
Federal health officials say a multistate Salmonella outbreak is linked to Live It Up Super Greens supplement powders. The CDC reported dozens of illnesses across many states and urged consumers to stop using recalled products and dispose of them or return them.
- 0059
Biden condemns Minneapolis shooting as pressure rises on DHS leadership after Alex Pretti’s death
Former President Joe Biden denounced the killing of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis and demanded transparent investigations. The shooting intensified a political crisis around the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement in Minnesota, with calls for accountability widening across the political spectrum.
- 0060
Markets watch the Fed as chip shares rise and health insurers slide on Medicare proposal
U.S. stock index futures were mixed Tuesday as investors looked ahead to the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision. Chip stocks climbed after Micron announced a major Singapore expansion, while health insurers fell sharply after a federal proposal pointed to far smaller-than-expected Medicare payment increases for 2027.