Judge extends order barring the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the shutdown

A federal judge in San Francisco on Tuesday indefinitely barred the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the government shutdown.
US launches strikes on alleged drug-running boats off Colombia, killing 14

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced that the U.S. military carried out three strikes in the eastern Pacific Ocean against boats accused of carrying drugs, killing 14 and leaving one survivor.
Tensions rise as Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene clashes with Speaker Mike Johnson over shutdown

Marjorie Taylor Greene was “forceful” as she vented her criticism, which was directed at GOP leaders for keeping the House out of session during the shutdown.
Trump bonds with Japan’s new prime minister and says her nation is delivering on US investments

President Donald Trump spent his day in Japan bonding with new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, taking her with him as he spoke to U.S. troops aboard an aircraft carrier.
Kelsey Grammer, 70, announces the birth of his 8th child

Kelsey Grammer, 70, and his wife, Kayte Walsh, welcome their fourth child, Christopher, Grammer’s eighth child overall.
Pig kidney removed from New Hampshire man after a record 271 days

His journey advances medical knowledge, offering hope to thousands awaiting kidney transplants.
Florida auto shop offers free or discounted repairs to federal workers during government shutdown

A South Florida auto shop offers free or discounted repairs to federal workers during the government shutdown.
How do Olympic snowboarders and skiers practice complex tricks? This airbag mimics a snowy hill

A training airbag at Utah’s Olympic Park allows athletes to practice tricks with a soft landing before taking them to snow.
Year-end tax tips: What to do now to save on next year’s filing

The clock is ticking on year-end tax planning. Here are some steps to take now to lower your tax bill before filing next spring.
‘Fawlty Towers’ actress Prunella Scales dies aged 93

Prunella Scales, best known as Sybil Fawlty in the British comedy “Fawlty Towers,” has died at 93.
 
             
				