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The 15 best Xbox Series S/X games to play in 2026

Now surely approaching their twilight years, the Xbox Series S and X machines nevertheless still have plenty to offer both new and veteran owners. We have selected 15 titles that show the range of what’s on offer, from the biggest blockbusters to lesser …

Five years after Jan. 6, the fight over truth is still unfolding

This is The Poynter Report, your daily guide to the news about news. Subscribe to get it in your inbox every weekday. Tuesday was the fifth anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Supporters of then-outgoing President Donald Trump broke …

The Mercury’s Sound Off for Wednesday, January 7

President Trump set a record for the largest single-year drop in murders in the United States (2025 v. 2024) since the FBI started compiling this data in 1960 (Source: ABC News). This is what we voted for! Robert Minninger Venezuelan Dictator Nicolás …

Terminally ill, a 90-year-old man is given a new home with neighbor he didn't know

The roof of a manufactured home in Huntington Beach occupied by 90-year-old Kent Tachibana caved in last March, just adding more woe to the terminally ill cancer patient’s existence. Little did he know at the time that a neighbor he hardly knew would soon …

Journalist who exposed Minnesota day-care fraud says investigate THESE people now

Nick Shirley, a 23-year-old conservative YouTuber and independent journalist, gained national attention in late December 2025 after posting a viral 43-minute video titled, "I Investigated Minnesota's Billion Dollar Fraud Scandal," in which he …

A difficult question

In the early morning hours of the third of January, a flight of U.S. military helicopters made a rapid descent into Caracas, Venezuela. Their arrival at the compound of Venezuelan dictator Nicholas Maduro was revealed only three minutes earlier by …

Ramaphosa appoints Lekgetho as acting SIU head as Mothibi takes charge of crisis-hit NPA

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed, Leonard Lekgetho, as acting head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) from February 1, following the elevation of advocate Andy Mothibi to lead the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). Mothibi was appointed …

Mohameds’ lawyers confident forecast raises concerns over influence in legal matter

ONE of the attorneys representing U.S.-indicted father and son duo, Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed, Siand Dhurjon, has publicly forecasted that the extradition proceedings will be defeated, raising public concern regarding influence in a legal matter involving …

How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct

There were suspicions, but nobody knew for sure whose side Eddie Villarreal was on until the night he pulled over the two FBI agents. By day, Villarreal was a Dallas Police officer. By night, he had a different job —  moonlighting as a security guard for …

WA man charged with threatening to kill Gov. Ferguson, AG Brown

OLYMPIA, Wash. - A Snohomish man is accused of threatening to kill Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown in emails sent to their offices earlier this month. Ryan Todd Robinett, 43, faces charges of threats against the Governor. The …

Somali fraud scam mastermind's humiliating fall from grace as judge orders Porsche and millions seized

A ringleader of the $250 million Minnesota welfare fraud scandal has been ordered to forfeit her Porsche, diamond jewelry, Luis Vuitton bags, and millions of dollars in bank accounts. An order from a judge just before New Year's Eve was the latest …

The Triumph of Indecency

At 1:42 a.m. on December 19, 2020, Donald Trump—disturbed, humiliated, livid—posted the following message on Twitter: “Statistically impossible to have lost the 2020 Election. Big protest in D.C. on January 6th. Be there, will be wild!” In California, …

Ukrainian Intelligence and the Ukraine War

Understanding the War of Disinformation Propaganda Lt. General Kyrylo Budanov, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine. On January 2, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appointed Lt. General Kyrylo Budanov to the position of Head of the …

Sheriff McFadden declines comment on removal petition, calls allegations 'devastating'

Sheriff Garry McFadden faces accusations of extortion and corruption. He says the SBI's investigation will reveal the truth. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden said Tuesday he will not comment on a petition seeking his removal …

An insurrection, an impeachment, and the same rogue president five years later

Five years ago this month, two events occurred that should have ended Donald Trump’s disgraceful political career. On Jan. 6, 2021, Trump, having exhausted all legal and coercive means to overturn the 2020 presidential election that he lost to Joe Biden, …

President Trump Announces Fraud Investigation Of California

President Donald Trump announced today that his administration is launching a comprehensive investigation into widespread fraud in California. Posting on Truth Social, Trump declared, “California, under Governor Gavin Newscum, is more corrupt than …

‘More Corrupt Than Minnesota’: Trump Announces Federal Fraud Investigation into ‘Newscum’s’ California

President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a fraud investigation into the state of California, claiming it is “more corrupt than Minnesota” under Governor Gavin Newsom, whom he referred to as “Gavin Newscum” on his Truth Social platform. Trump stated, “ …

A Gift Of Freedom

By Thomas E. Caldwell, Lieutenant Commander U.S. Navy (Retired) Complimentary Story January 2026    The world was told by the Biden Department of Justice and the media that I was the Commander of the Oath Keepers militia and the mastermind of a plan to …

DAVID CLEMENTS: We the People’s Weapon – Letters of Marque Against the Cartel Rig

We the People’s Weapon: Letters of Marque Against the Cartel Rig Republished with permission from David Clements.  IN THE SHADOWED DAWN of January 3, 2026, the chains of justice clanged shut on Nicolás Maduro, the Venezuelan despot captured by U.S. Delta …

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints 1-800-ASK-GARY® Founder Dr. Gary Kompothecras to Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine

Governor DeSantis Appoints Sarasota Chiropractor to Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Dr. Gary Kompothecras, DC, founder of 1-800- …

CFG USA National 2025 First Half Special Briefing on Online Gaming: The Perfect Storm Arrives

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Campaign for Fairer Gambling (CFG) has today released its CFG USA National 2025 First Half - Special Briefing, an update to its landmark CFG USA 2024 Series, warning that …

One-Third of Jewish Workers in Secular Nonprofits Considered Leaving Their Jobs According to New Report

This is a critical moment for secular nonprofits to lead with clarity, integrity, and a commitment to true inclusion SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report released by Blue Compass reveals the …

Soul Housing Enters 2026 with New Leadership to Advance Dignity-Centered Care

Executive and program leadership alignment reinforces operational clarity and coordinated services, including intake and housing navigation LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building on a year of transition …

Senator Roy Blunt Offers Remarks on Retirement of Congressman Steny Hoyer

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former U.S. Senator Roy Blunt, Chairman of HBS Leadership Strategies Advisory Services, offered the following remarks on the announcement from U.S. Representative Steny Hoyer …

RidePair Aligns With Global Transportation

RidePair Aligns With Global Transportation Policy Shifts as Governments Mandate Ride-Sharing to Reduce Congestion and Emissions SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As governments worldwide implement structural …

Charitable Crowdfunding Platform GiveSendGo Steps Up to Help the LEO Community in Show of Support

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GiveSendGo, a faith-based organization that offers users an online platform to crowdfund for various projects, decided to share another act of kindness and support for our …

Audit of Illinois Federal Programs Raises Compliance and Monitoring Concerns

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minnesota is now under intense scrutiny for major oversight breakdowns in federal programs, failures that a new Truth in Accounting analysis shows are far from isolated, with …

The Leader’s Floor Lookout: Thursday, January 8, 2026

Restoring Regular Order Through America First Appropriations Package House Republicans are on a mission to responsibly fund the federal government as we fight to get America’s financial house in order and return to regular order. To continue making …

Dr. Laura Catena Available for Commentary on Alcohol Guidance in the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines

Dr. Catena is available to comment on the release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which include updated language regarding alcohol consumption. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the …

Office of the Governor – Flag Order – Gov. Green Lowers Flags to Honor the Life And Service of Hawaiʻi County Fire Chief ...

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   GOVERNOR GREEN ORDERS FLAGS LOWERED TO HONOR THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF HAWAIʻI COUNTY FIRE CHIEF KAZUO TODD FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2026 HONOLULU — Governor Josh …

Sessions Announces Hearing on Detecting and Preventing Fraud in Federal Programs

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Government Operations Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas) today announced a hearing titled “Curbing Federal Fraud: Examining Innovative Tools to Detect and Prevent Fraud in Federal Programs.” The Government Accountability Office ( …

Tribal Police Officer Charged with Sexually Abusing Three Victims While on Duty: FBI Seeks Additional Potential Victims

A White Mountain Apache Tribal Police officer was arrested Wednesday in Canyon Day on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation, after being charged in a federal indictment with sexual abuse and kidnapping.Karl Eugene Leslie, 42, of Whiteriver, Arizona, is …

Seven Defendants Sentenced to Prison for Their Participation in Transnational Telemarketing Scheme that Defrauded ...

Earlier today, in federal court in Brooklyn, Yveler Marcellus, Felix Marcial, Asheem Henry, George Mims, Rahmel Thompson, Daquan Mitchell and Tatiana Williams were sentenced by United States District Judge Carol Bagley Amon in connection with their roles …

Guatemalan National Indicted for Illegal Reentry into the United States

A Guatemalan man, Edras Leonel Alcides Ramirez-Peralta, 35, was indicted by federal grand jury today for illegally reentering the United States after he was previously deported. 

Chinese National Charged with Unlawfully Photographing Air Force Base and Vital Military Equipment

Qilin Wu, 35, a Chinese National, charged by complaint with one count of taking photographs of a vital military installation and military equipment without authorization, in violation of U.S. law.

Justice Department Sues California Cities Over Natural Gas Bans

The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against two California cities over their ordinances banning natural gas infrastructure and appliances in new construction. As detailed in the complaint, filed Monday in the Northern District of California, the …

Utah Man Sentenced in Making Threats Against Palestinian Rights Organization

Kevin Brent Buchanan, 64, of Tooele, Utah, was sentenced today in the District of Columbia to six months in prison in connection with threatening violence against the employees of a D.C.-based Palestinian rights organization, announced U.S. Attorney …

Mexican National Charged With Reentry of Deported Alien

Leader of Washington Highlands Fentanyl Conspiracy Sentenced to More than 13 Years on Narcotics, Weapons Counts

Kahlil G. Felder, 41, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 157 months in prison for operating a fentanyl distribution network based in the Washington Highlands neighborhood in Southeast, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine …