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NEW YORK (Bloomberg) — Tuesday, January 13, 2026 U.S. inflation data released today shows consumer prices held steady in December, rising 2.7% year-over-year, defying hopes for a year-end cool-down and complicating the Federal Reserve’s rate-cut timeline. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report indicates that while goods prices have stabilized, the costs of services—particularly housing and insurance—remain stubbornly high. This “sticky” inflation reading has dampened Wall Street’s expectations for an interest rate cut at the Fed’s upcoming meeting. “The ‘last mile’ of fighting inflation is proving to be the hardest,” said chief economist Diane Swonk. “With CPI holding at 2.7%,…
GENEVA (Reuters) — Tuesday, January 13, 2026 The World Health Organization (WHO) issued a stark warning today as the civil war in Sudan crossed the grim milestone of 1,000 days, calling it the “worst humanitarian crisis globally.” In a media briefing this morning, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus highlighted that nearly three years of continuous violence have displaced 13.6 million people. He reported that over one-third of the country’s health facilities are non-functional, leaving millions vulnerable to outbreaks of cholera, dengue, and malaria. “Just when the people of Sudan need it most, the health system has been severely damaged,” Dr.…
WASHINGTON D.C. (Politico) — Tuesday, January 13, 2026 President Trump met with top oil and gas executives at the White House this week to discuss strategies for ramping up domestic energy production, signaling a renewed focus on his “energy dominance” agenda. The meeting comes as the administration faces mounting pressure to address persistent inflation, which held steady at 2.7% in December. During a press gaggle before departing on Air Force One, the President touted the meeting as a “major step” toward lowering gas prices for American families. “We are going to open it up like never before,” Trump told reporters.…
LOS ANGELES (Vogue) — Monday, January 12, 2026 After years of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and “no pain, no gain” mentality dominating the wellness landscape, a quiet revolution is taking place in gyms and living rooms across the country. Wellness experts are declaring 2026 the year of “slow fitness,” a movement that prioritizes mindful movement, recovery, and longevity over all-out intensity. This new approach is defined by lower-impact activities like Pilates, yoga, controlled strength training, and mindful walking. The focus is shifted away from burning maximum calories in minimum time and towards building sustainable habits, improving mobility, and reducing stress…
LAS VEGAS (The Verge) — Monday, January 12, 2026 At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas today, Uber gave the public its first look at its next-generation autonomous vehicle, a custom-built robotaxi designed in partnership with Lucid Motors and autonomous tech company Nuro. Dubbed the “most luxurious robotaxi yet” by Uber executives, the vehicle represents a significant departure from retrofitted passenger cars. The cabin is designed solely for passengers, featuring club-style seating for four, ample legroom, and the absence of a steering wheel or driver’s seat. The interior is dominated by large, curved display screens that riders can…
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (Variety) — Monday, January 12, 2026 The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards kicked off the 2026 awards season with a night of surprises, emotional speeches, and a clear preference for epic storytelling. Chloe Zhao’s Shakespearean drama “Hamnet” and Paul Thomas Anderson’s revolutionary saga “One Battle After Another” emerged as the night’s big winners, taking home the top prizes for Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, respectively. “Hamnet,” a searing adaptation of Maggie O’Farrell’s best-selling novel, also earned Jessie Buckley the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama…
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (ESPN) — Monday, January 12, 2026 In a weekend defined by improbable victories for the Mountaineers, the unranked West Virginia University men’s basketball team delivered a stunning 86-75 upset over the 22nd-ranked Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday at the WVU Coliseum. The Mountaineers, fueled by a raucous home crowd, controlled the game from the opening tip, frustrating the heavily favored Jayhawks with suffocating defense and efficient offensive execution. Senior guard Erik Stevenson led the charge for West Virginia with a game-high 28 points, including five three-pointers that ignited key runs throughout the second half. Kansas struggled to find their…
NEW YORK (Bloomberg) — Monday, January 12, 2026 As the new year begins, the U.S. economic outlook remains clouded by uncertainty, with persistent inflation and the prospect of further interest rate hikes weighing on both consumer sentiment and market performance. A recent economic update from financial analysts indicates that while the fears of a recession that dominated 2025 have somewhat abated, the path to a “soft landing” is far from guaranteed. The report notes that inflation, while down from its peak, remains stubbornly above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. This has led the central bank to signal its intention to…
TEHRAN, Iran (BBC) — Monday, January 12, 2026 A wave of anti-government protests continues to rock cities across Iran for a second week, facing an increasingly violent crackdown by security forces that has left hundreds dead, according to human rights groups. The demonstrations, sparked by the death of a young woman in police custody, have evolved into a broad movement challenging the country’s clerical establishment. Videos posted on social media today showed security forces firing tear gas and live ammunition into crowds of unarmed protesters in Tehran, Isfahan, and other major cities. Internet access remains severely restricted across the country,…
WASHINGTON D.C. (Reuters) — Monday, January 12, 2026 Facing a challenging political landscape, Congressional Democrats are launching a coordinated effort to make “affordability” the central theme of their 2026 midterm election campaign, aiming to counter Republican narratives and connect with voters struggling with the cost of living. Party leaders have reportedly instructed candidates across the country to focus their messaging on bread-and-butter economic issues, such as healthcare costs, housing prices, and childcare expenses. This strategic pivot comes as polls show economic anxiety remains a top concern for a majority of the electorate, despite some stabilizing macroeconomic indicators. The strategy is…