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Minneapolis shooting videos, US storm and Super Bowl LX Jan 26, 2026

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The Trump administration defends the fatal shooting of an American citizen by ICE agents in Minneapolis, as Reuters’ analysis of video evidence contradicts officials’ version of events. A winter storm still grips much of the U.S. And the Seahawks will battle the Patriots at this year’s Super Bowl. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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ICE shooting, winter storm and Japan's panda send-off Jan 25, 2026

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ICE agents shoot and kill Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, sparking protests. A major storm hammers the southern U.S., causing outages and flight chaos. President Trump threatens a 100% tariff on Canada over its China deal. Plus, Tokyo says goodbye to pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, who are heading back to China.

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Storm Fern, ICE protests and ex-Olympian alleged drug kingpin arrested Jan 24, 2026

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Storm Fern barrels across two‑thirds of the U.S., disrupting travel and triggering emergency alerts, while Minnesota’s “ICE OUT!” protests escalate with clergy arrests over Trump‑era immigration raids. In Kyiv, thousands lose heat in sub‑zero temperatures as US-brokered peace talks continue in Abu Dhabi. Plus, Ryan Wedding, a Canadian former Olympic snowboarder suspected of becoming a cocaine smuggling kingpin, has been arrested and brought to the U.S. to face charges.

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Minnesota, Ukraine, Iran and the Oscars Jan 23, 2026

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ICE detains four Minnesota children as U.S. President JD Vance defends the immigration crackdown. U.S. President Donald Trump wraps up his Davos trip, touting a Greenland deal and the Board of Peace creation – as Ukraine, Russia and the U.S. prepare for security talks. Trump says the U.S. has an "armada" heading towards Iran. TikTok seals a deal and sidesteps a ban. A viral social campaign gives Victoria Beckham a UK hit song. Plus, the vampire thriller ‘Sinners’ makes Oscars history. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Greenland, Ukraine, Lisa Cook and Maine Jan 22, 2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump rules out the use of force in Greenland and backtracks on European tariffs. U.S. envoys are set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace talks in Moscow as Ukrainians endure their bitterest winter since the war began. The U.S. Supreme Court sees a risk in letting Trump run roughshod over the Fed. And ICE targets Somali communities in Maine in Trump’s latest immigration crackdown. Listen to The Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Trump at Davos, Netflix and Lisa Cook Jan 21, 2026

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The global elite brace for U.S. President Donald Trump in Davos. Netflix beats revenue estimates, but its shares take a tumble. The Supreme Court weighs Trump’s firing of the Fed’s Lisa Cook. And the U.S. Justice Department subpoenas Minnesota Democrats. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Greenland, Minnesota, Beckhams and a Chinese embassy Jan 20, 2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump says missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize means he’s under no obligation to pursue peace. ChongLy Thao tells Reuters what it was like to be dragged out of his home and into the snow by ICE. The truce between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces is off to a rocky start. Hundreds protest plans for a Chinese mega embassy in London. Plus, Brooklyn Beckham breaks his silence on the family rift. Listen to Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Minnesota, Greenland, Davos and China Jan 19, 2026

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The Pentagon orders 1,500 soldiers to get ready for a possible deployment to Minnesota. The EU weighs retaliation over U.S. President Donald Trump’s Greenland tariffs. Trump’s agenda dominates Davos as the World Economic Forum gets underway. And dozens are dead after a high-speed train crash in Spain. Plus, China tries to tackle its low birth rate. Listen to Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

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Tariffs, troops and tanneries Jan 18, 2026

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EU ambassadors hold an emergency meeting in Brussels after U.S. President Donald Trump threatens a new wave of tariffs on eight European allies, unless the U.S. is allowed to buy Greenland. The Pentagon places approximately 1,500 soldiers on standby for potential deployment to Minnesota, according to U.S. media reports. President Trump’s Gaza peace board charter seeks $1 billion for extended membership. Plus, a look inside Morocco's Chouara tannery, where artisans hand-dye leather using traditional methods.

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Minnesota protests, Machado-Trump and Lebanon's holy DJ Jan 17, 2026

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A judge sets limits on ICE tactics used on protesters in Minnesota. Meanwhile, the Justice Department begins a criminal investigation into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other officials. María Corina Machado courts President Donald Trump, while CIA Director John Ratcliffe meets Venezuelan officials, deepening questions overthe shape of the country’s future. And in Beirut, Father Guilherme Peixoto, the “DJ Priest,” spins faith into a techno beat.

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