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The American Academy of Pediatrics released its 2026 immunization schedule and reaffirmed broad routine vaccination for children, diverging from the CDC’s updated framework. Pediatric leaders warned that narrowing universal recommendations risks confusion and lower uptake, urging parents to consult clinicians and use reliable sources.
↗U.S. stock futures were little changed on Monday as traders prepared for a week dominated by major tech earnings and a Federal Reserve rate decision. Record-breaking gold prices and widespread flight cancellations from a major winter storm added to the risk-off mood, while Washington’s tariff threats continued to rattle global trade expectations.
↗London’s Metropolitan Police said 86 people were arrested on suspicion of aggravated trespass after protesters entered the grounds of Wormwood Scrubs prison during a demonstration linked to a hunger-striking Palestine Action activist.
↗A doctor warned that Palestine Action-linked detainee Umer Khalid, who resumed a hunger strike and began refusing water, could face life-threatening complications within days, raising renewed scrutiny of detention conditions and protest actions.
↗Protests continued in Minneapolis after immigration agents fatally shot ICU nurse Alex Jeffrey Pretti, with video evidence disputed by federal claims. The episode triggered political fallout, including demands from the U.S. attorney general tied to immigration enforcement decisions.
↗Lawmakers and federal science agencies highlighted progress and gaps in quantum science as Congress considers updating the National Quantum Initiative, including proposals to expand coverage and strengthen workforce and testbed programs.
↗A sprawling winter storm pushed from the South toward the Northeast on January 26, triggering shutdowns, remote learning plans, and warnings for tens of millions as snow, ice, and power outages disrupted daily life.
↗U.S. equities finished a mixed session as investors digested uneven fourth-quarter results, with the Dow lower and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slightly higher. Despite the split close, all three major indexes notched weekly declines.
↗A fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving federal immigration officers sparked protests across multiple cities, while a massive winter storm continued to snarl travel and strain local services. The overlapping crises amplified calls for accountability, clarity from Washington, and urgent support for affected communities.
↗A widespread Verizon network outage on January 14, 2026, knocked out service for many users across the U.S., affecting calls, texts, and mobile data. The incident renewed concerns about telecom redundancy, outage transparency, and the real-world impact of failures on daily life.
↗A newly described U.S. defense strategy tied to an “America First” approach calls for allies to contribute more to their own security. The plan emphasizes defending the homeland and rebalancing priorities, with wide implications for NATO relationships and global posture.
↗The U.S. women’s national team began its 2026 calendar with a dominant win over Paraguay in Carson, California. The match featured standout contributions from emerging players and a confident return from key contributors as the team builds toward major tournaments.
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