US Aircraft Carrier in South China Sea Could Be Heading for Iran
The USS Abraham Lincoln would be the first aircraft carrier to be deployed to the Middle East amid rising tensions with Iran.
I thought wireless charging pads were unnecessary - this leather one changed my mind
Twelve South's Valet offers Qi2 wireless charging in a sophisticated, genuine leather design.
I held the Clicks Communicator, and it blends the QWERTY past with modern tech like no other phone
For those of you desperate for a high-quality, premium keyboard smartphone made for the modern age, this could be your holy grail. The post I held the Clicks Communicator, and it blends the QWERTY past with modern tech like no other phone appeared first on Digital Trends.
‘This credit isn’t meant to make up for what happened. No credit really can’: Verizon is offering a $20 credit after its major outage — but will it be enough?
Verizon experienced a massive outage on January 14, 2026, lasting more than 8 hours across the United States. The carrier is now apologizing and offering a $20 credit, but is that enough for impacted customers?
Yankees predicted to salvage offseason by signing $165M former MVP, World Series champion
The Yankees are not going to give up on the offseason until this big name is playing in the Bronx.
Opera just gave me 5 compelling reasons to ditch Chrome and Safari for good
Existing (and new) users will be thrilled to know that Opera One is about to unleash some features that help you be more organized and focused.
The herb that can lower your blood pressure and help you sleep
The soothing herb was used by the ancient Greeks
Arms Supplier CSG Ushers In Wave of IPOs for Europe’s Top Trade
Defense stocks have been the hottest trade in Europe for more than a year. Now that rally is finally on the cusp of drawing some of the continent’s private arms makers onto public markets.
Judge Rejects Paramount Skydance’s Motion to Expedite Warner Bros. Discovery Trial Seeking Details on Netflix Deal
Paramount Skydance said “time is of the essence” in its lawsuit seeking to force Warner Bros. Discovery to divulge more financial info about its deal with Netflix. But a judge disagreed with that assessment. On Thursday, Delaware Chancery Court judge Morgan T. Zurn dismissed Paramount’s motion...
What are today's mortgage interest rates: January 15, 2026?
Looking to buy a home or refinance your current one? These are the mortgage interest rates you need to know first.
Rays get $3.5 million shortstop in international signing
Tampa Bay is making a big splash.
AI Is Moving Beyond Chatbots. Claude Cowork Shows What Comes Next
An AI powerful enough to analyze DNA, file taxes, and grow tomato plants is being redesigned for everyday work, pointing toward life beyond chatbots.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 - All Hotel Room Themes
Discover 45 themes you can choose from when decorating a hotel room in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and each gives opportunities to get creative.
Bandcamp Announces Ban on AI Music
Music that is “generated wholly or in substantial part by AI” will now be taken down from the streaming service
Is Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake Shadow Dropping This Week? Rumor Explained
The latest Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake leak points to a surprise January launch release date this week. The post Is Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake Shadow Dropping This Week? Rumor Explained appeared first on VICE.
British Columbia ends drug decriminalisation pilot programme
The pilot was meant to address BC's deadly opioid crisis, but has received heavy scrutiny from political opponents and members of the public.
AI Is Rewriting Global Power Needs, Creating a Massive Opportunity for This Engineering and Construction Company
If you're looking for a pick-and-shovel way to play the buildout of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, consider this top construction stock.
Gunvor Scoops Up North Sea Crude as Europe Faces Kazakh Shortage
Gunvor Group, one of the world’s biggest independent oil traders, is once again piling into the North Sea crude market to snap up cargoes as Europe grapples with an acute shortage of supplies from Kazakhstan.
Madison Beer’s New Album Is Her Pop Breakthrough
An icon-in-waiting no more, she's ready for her moment on 'Locket'
How much will a debt collector take you to court over?
Understanding debt collection thresholds can help you navigate your options and avoid legal consequences.
This viral smart scale has over 350,000 five-star reviews on Amazon — and it's on sale for only $19.99
The viral Renpho smart scale is feature-packed with over 350,000 positive reviews on Amazon, and it's on sale for only $19.99.
Rebel Wilson’s Directorial Debut ‘The Deb’ Delayed 3 Months Amid Legal Battle
Originally scheduled for release on Jan. 15 in Australia, the film has been pushed back to April 9 as new developments emerge in the lawsuits between Wilson and the film's producers
Noem says Trump has right to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy troops to Minnesota
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said she discussed the possibility of President Trump invoking the Insurrection Act in Minnesota. This comes after an ICE officer shot a man during an arrest operation on Wednesday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
How the Buffett family plans to give away more than $150 billion
In a rare interview, the three Buffett heirs said their world view, priorities and approach to philanthropy began in the Buffett household.
007 First Light Reverses Its Biggest Mistake After Backlash
Recent details for 007 First Light caused a lot of concern among James Bond fans, but a new update rolls back the most troubling elements.
Putin says the world is getting more dangerous but is silent on Maduro and Iran
MOSCOW, Jan 15 - Russian President Vladimir said on Thursday that the international situation had deteriorated and that the world was getting more dangerous but he was silent on the situation in Venezuela and Iran.
Why David Tennant's 92% RT Crime Thriller Is Never Coming Back
The creator of David Tennant's mystery crime thriller with a 92% on Rotten Tomatoes explains why the series is never going to come back.
X says Grok won’t edit images of real people into bikinis. It still does
Grok’s swimsuit-deepfake era is supposedly finished, though synonyms, side doors, and creative prompting are already testing X's big claim
Apple, Google pulled into Grok controversy as campaigners demand app store takedown
The chatbot's challenges no longer just Elon Musk’s problem, as campaigners call on tech giants to step in The ongoing Grok fiasco has claimed two more unwilling participants, as campaigners demand Apple and Google boot X and its AI sidekick out of their app stores, because of the Elon Musk-owned ...
Amazon threatens ‘drastic action’ after Saks bankruptcy, says $475M stake is now worthless
Amazon invested $475 million into Saks's acquisition of Neiman Marcus. It wants a federal judge to reject Saks's bankruptcy plan because it harms creditors.
European military personnel arrive in Greenland as Trump says US needs island
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New Fallout Season 2 Episode Quickly Nears Series High Following Lucy & The Ghoul Shocker
The new Fallout season 2 episode has stunned viewers due to the betrayal, and it's now closing in on becoming one of the best-rated entries ever.
Hubble Spies Stellar Blast Setting Clouds Ablaze
Jets of ionized gas streak across a cosmic landscape from a newly forming star.
Tyreek Hill confuses Falcons, Chiefs fans with cryptic post on social media
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill is expected to be cut loose by the team in 2026, and Hill has made it clear he wants to "go home," but that has confused Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs fans.
32 bodies returned to Cuba of officers killed during US strike on Venezuela
The remains of those killed are to be placed at the headquarters of the Ministry of the Armed Forces, adjacent to Revolution Square, allowing the public to pay their respects
Archaeologists Unearth Intricately Decorated Box Carved From Deer Bone That May Have Once Held Ancient Ointments
The box was excavated from a Roman-era grave in England. It was found among a trove of artifacts spanning roughly 8,000 years of human activity
Cardinals sign $2.3 million international outfielder on his birthday to jumpstart rebuild
St. Louis is bolstering its system.
Jimmy Fallon Balks at Potential $700 Billion Price of Greenland: Can’t Trump ‘Just Scroll Zillow and Daydream Like the Rest of Us?’ | Video
"This would be like your deadbeat uncle walking into a yacht dealership," the NBC host jokes The post Jimmy Fallon Balks at Potential $700 Billion Price of Greenland: Can’t Trump ‘Just Scroll Zillow and Daydream Like the Rest of Us?’ | Video appeared first on TheWrap.
The new BTS album title and what to know about the K-pop band’s comeback
After a nearly four-year musical hiatus, the K-pop giants BTS are back
Hubble Spies Stellar Blast Setting Clouds Ablaze
This new NASA Hubble Space Telescope image captures a jet of gas from a forming star shooting across the dark expanse. The bright pink and green patches running diagonally through the image are HH 80/81, a pair of Herbig-Haro (HH) objects previously observed by Hubble in 1995. The patch to the upp...
US pressing Mexico to allow US forces to fight cartels, NYT reports
US officials want American forces to accompany Mexican soldiers on fentanyl lab raids.
Clayton Kershaw's final moment won't be winning a World Series with Dodgers
Kershaw has one more stop in his Hall of Fame career.
Congress moves to scale back some of Trump’s brutal aid cuts
The president froze all overseas assistance when returning to office, before cancelling swathes of programmes
US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the government
The U.S. is imposing new sanctions on Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against Iran’s theocratic government
Iran state TV broadcasts Trump threat with picture of Butler assassination attempt: ‘This time it won’t miss’
The broadcaster shared the threatening sign being carried at a funeral for security forces killed in the widespread anti-regime protests in Iran
U.S. begins selling Venezuelan oil, taking in $500 million
Some experts say the lack of details surrounding ongoing Venezuelan oil transactions doesn't lend itself to careful supervision
Why Taiwan Semiconductor Stock Surged Today
TSMC is a buy. Full stop.
“It Was Forgettable”: How a Homeowner Transformed Her 2010s Nashville Kitchen Into Her Southern Dream
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WATCH LIVE: White House news briefing may address Machado meeting, Insurrection Act threat
President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to deploy military in Minneapolis on Thursday.
María Machado visiting Trump after offering to share Nobel with him
Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado has said she wants to give her Nobel Prize to Trump and "share it with him," for removing Nicolás Maduro from power.
How to Buy ‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ for Nintendo Switch 2 Online
In 2026, Nintendo is expanding its titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 with more games, like “Mario Kart World,” “Kirby Air Riders,” “Donkey Kong Bananza,” “Metroid Prime 4: Beyond” and others. In addition, the gaming company just dropped a new title to play that revisits a fan-favorite...
Sydney Sweeney busts out of teeny bikini, corset in ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 1st look
After going seemingly makeup-free to play boxer Christy Salters, Sydney Sweeney is all glam for ‘Euphoria,’ busting out of a teeny checkered bikini and a corset outfit with cat ears in the Season 3 trailer.
This Pixel 10 Pro XL sale is ideal if you’re ready to replace an aging phone
Flagship phones have gotten expensive enough that a small discount barely moves the needle. This one does. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (unlocked, 256GB) is down to $949.00, which is $250 off the $1,199.00 compared value. If you’ve been sitting on an older phone because you didn’t want to pay full...
Seth Rollins Reveals Why Vince McMahon Banned The Curb Stomp
Seth Rollins explains why Vince McMahon banned the Curb Stomp and why he refused to use the Frog Splash.
"What is a fair end-of-life cycle for a game?" As Anthem servers are switched off, GOG weighs the "complicated riddle" of multiplayer game preservation
Polish digital game-shop GOG has built a business out of restoring classic games - those built for a different era of computers that have been rendered no longer playable. It has been finding a way to bring old classics back since it began operating 17 years ago. But in that time things have changed...
Rockstar has seemingly shut down the Bully Online mod that went viral last month — 'Know this was not something we wanted', dev says
One month after launch, the viral Bully Online mod has been shut down, seemingly at the order of Rockstar Games.
Why BlackRock isn't worried about rising defaults as it dives into private credit
BlackRock's private credit line from HPS is raising money from institutions and wealthy individuals alike.
Here's everything we know about the Samsung S95H OLED, the successor to our 2025 TV of the Year
Everything we know about the Samsung S95H, the 2026 flagship OLED TV that Samsung revealed at CES.
Bangladesh cricket crisis: BPL at risk; players demand public apology from BCB director
Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) stated players will return to cricket if BCB director M Najmul Islam issues a public apology and his removal process progresses. Players reconsidered their boycott, citing the impact on national teams and the importance of the Bangladesh Premier L...
How to breed animals in Hytale
Breeding animals in Hytale isn't available in its current early access state. However, there is a way to capture and tame them.
'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos' first reviews out
Vir Das and Kavi Shashtri's directorial 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos' is set to release this Friday, January 16. Early reviews from Fatima Sana Sheikh and Triptii Dimri praise the film as a fun, entertaining spy comedy. The movie, starring Vir Das in his directorial debut, also features a notable ...
Danish foreign minister rebukes Trump's Greenland plans
Danish foreign minister rebukes Trump's Greenland plans
Olympic great Shaun White's next chapter: Shaping snowboarding from outside the halfpipe
Newly retired and now trying to shape his sport from outside of the halfpipe he once dominated, Shaun White says he fully expects his upcoming trip to Italy — the country where he won the first of his three Olympic gold medals — to be an emotional ride
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Jesse Watters chides European leaders for refusing to give Greenland to ‘daddy’ Trump
‘NATO called Trump ‘daddy’. Why won’t they give daddy what he wants?’ Jesse Watters asked on Wednesday.
Want a Google Translate alternative? Try ChatGPT's new AI tool - it's free and has a twist
ChatGPT Translate is a separate tool. It's not multimodal yet, but it does let you refine clarity, tone, and intent. Here's how.
The name's still Bond but at least everything is right this time, as 007 First Light's devs have corrected their system requirements after 'an internal miscommunication' error
Who knew that PC hardware was so complicated?
Reds land $3 million international prospect in new deal
Cincinnati is upgrading its system.
US imposes sanctions on Iran over crackdown on protesters
WASHINGTON, Jan 15 - The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on five Iranian officials it accused of being behind the crackdown on protests and warned it was tracking Iranian leaders' funds being wired to banks around the world, as U.S. President Donald Trump's administration increases press...
Verizon outage today: Verizon reveals how to fix ongoing issues, offers $20 credit
Verizon issues an apology following mass outage, offers $20 credit to affected customers to cover lost service time.
Itau in Talks With Ex-Central Banker for Economist Job
Itau Unibanco Holding SA is in talks with former Brazilian central bank director Diogo Guillen for a potential role as chief economist, according to people familiar with the matter.
MCU Art Brings Together 27 Marvel Heroes For Epic Avengers Battle
New stunning Marvel Cinematic Universe artwork from Marvel Studios brings more than 20 beloved superheroes together for a massive Avengers battle.
US appeals court reverses decision that freed Mahmoud Khalil from ICE detention
Ruling delivers victory to Trump administration in its efforts to deport the pro-Palestinian activistA federal appeals court on Thursday reversed a lower court decision that ordered the release of the former Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil from immigration detention, delivering D...
PlayStation Just Purged Over 1,000 Games From The PS Store
In a staggering move, hundreds of video games have been removed from the PSN, and the reason for the removal is incredibly unique.
Toronto schools closed and commuters face delays as heavy snow blankets southern Ontario
Schools are closed in Canada’s largest city of Toronto and commuters faced severe delays as heavy snow continued to hammer much of southern Ontario
20+ candidates enter race to succeed Greene
Nearly two dozen candidates have filed for the special election race to replace retired Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) in Congress. As of Wednesday’s filing deadline, 22 candidates — including 17 Republicans and 3 Democrats — were in the ring to succeed the former congresswoman, accordi...
AMD's upcoming Ryzen AI Max+ 392 hot on the heels of 9800X3D in early benchmarks — New Strix Halo APU almost matches Ryzen 7 beast in multi-core performance
The new Ryzen AI Max+ 392 has popped up on Geekbench with a single-core score of 2,917 points and a multi-core score of 18,071 points, posting impressive results across the board that match high-end desktop SKUs. The test stems from an Asus TUF Gaming A14 laptop that we checked out at CES 2026.
Microsoft begins testing Windows 11 26H1 as it retools the OS for next-gen chips
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 test build is not about eye-catching features, it's about engineering. With the release of Insider Preview Build 28000, Microsoft has begun seeding Windows 11 version 26H1 in the Canary channel of the Windows Insider Program. For the first time, the system label now exp...
Mom Sees Son’s First-Grade Math Homework—Asks Why It’s ‘So Confusing’
Ashley Sanchez told Newsweek she was baffled by her son’s homework assignment, but she spotted one word that changed everything.
Sacred swag: Confluence of faith and luxury at Magh Mela
At Prayagraj's Magh Mela, a spiritual leader arrived in a Rs 3 crore Porsche, showcasing a blend of devotion and luxury. His opulent car collection, along with other seers sporting gold jewelry and makeup, is drawing significant attention. These displays are seen by followers as symbols of faith, no...
Verizon Explains How to Receive $20 Bill Credit Following Major Outage
Verizon today announced it will be offering customers a $20 account credit after a major outage on Wednesday, and action is required to receive it. The carrier said affected customers can accept the credit by logging into the My Verizon app, but it might take some time before this option shows up in...