Day: January 9, 2026
Minty Fresh joins cast of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs. The World’ Season 3
Filipino drag artist Minty Fresh is on the way to make “herstory”!
VP Sara underscores faith, humility in message for Feast of Jesus Nazareno
Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday called on Filipinos to draw strength from faith, sacrifice, and humility as the Catholic faithful observed the Feast of Jesus Nazareno.
FLASHBACK: Jill Biden visited Minnesota to tout billions in childcare spending during husband’s administration
Former first lady Jill Biden praised billions in federal childcare aid passed by Democrats during a 2022 stop in Minneapolis alongside Gov. Tim Walz.
Blue state’s billionaire exodus about to get much worse in 2026, insider warns
Tech insider Allison Huynh warns the “mass migration” of billionaire business leaders from the state is going to speed up in 2026 with two “dangerous” tax proposals under consideration.
Day-to-day: A tragic death further stretches the GOP’s razor-thin House majority
Rep. Doug LaMalfa died at age 65 during emergency surgery, further threatening the GOP’s razor-thin House majority as Republicans face mounting challenges to maintain control.
Venezuela teeters as guerrilla groups, cartels exploit Maduro power vacuum
Criminal networks including Tren de Aragua cartel and ELN guerrillas exploit power vacuum in Venezuela after former President Nicolás Maduro’s arrest, threatening transition efforts.
Canadian columnist asks if Trump will arrest Canada leader after Maduro arrest
A Toronto Star columnist claimed President Donald Trump could target Ontario Premier Doug Ford following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Chinese national charged with photographing US stealth bomber base after illegal entry
A Chinese national allegedly photographed a U.S. Air Force stealth bomber base after illegally entering the country in 2023, now faces federal charges in Missouri.
NASA administrator orders early return of 4 Crew-11 astronauts following medical situation
NASA is brining an astronaut crew home early from the International Space Station after a crew member experienced a medical issue. The agency stressed the situation is stable.
NHL’s Seattle Kraken receive mixed reactions to Pride-themed logo and jerseys
The Seattle Kraken debuted a Pride-themed rainbow logo six months before typical June celebrations, generating divided responses from hockey fans on social media.
