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US attacks Iran as Houthis allow Chinese ships to pass: What’s the latest?
The number of tanker crossings in the Strait of Hormuz dropped to lowest levels in two months on Thursday.
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White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers
Trump administration threatens legal action against employees who leak, aiming to curb information flow to journalists.
Warner Bros and Paramount merger could reshape US media landscape
The deal faces regulatory scrutiny both for influence on media landscape, but also for foreign investments to fund it.
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NASA prepares for Artemis II splashdown: When it happens and how to watch
The Orion spacecraft will make its return to Earth at 00:07 GMT, splashing down off the San Diego coast.
‘My phone is a brick’: Russians scramble for information as data blocked
As Ukrainian drones rain down, authorities have implemented blackouts citing ‘security concerns’.
Meta’s Zuckerberg pushes back on social media youth addiction claims
In a Los Angeles court, the Meta CEO was questioned about whether Instagram’s design contributed to addictive behavior.
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FCC reject claims of censorship, announces probe into US show The View
Federal Communications Commission faces backlash after comedian Stephen Colbert blamed its rules for scuttled interview.
Warner Bros rejects latest Paramount bid but open to ‘best and final’ offer
The Warner Bros Discovery board says it remains committed to the Netflix deal.
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Paramount expands offer for Warner Bros amid hostile takeover bid
The Ellison-backed US media giant offered a so-called ticking fee for each month the deal fails to close.
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France moves to ban social media for users under 15
France is moving closer to banning social media for users under the age of 15, over growing concerns over mental health.
Published On 29 Jan 2026
CBS News’ Bari Weiss unveils new strategy amid backlash, viewership lags
The network is set lean into podcasters bringing on more controversial conservative leaning voices.
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