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Timberwolves and Warriors play through grief as Minneapolis mourns after a fatal shooting

The Timberwolves returned to the court against the Warriors under a cloud of grief after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis led to postponed games and citywide demonstrations. Coaches and players acknowledged the emotional weight of the moment, as the arena observed tributes and the broader sports community reacted to events unfolding off the court.

Tech earnings put AI spending in the spotlight as investors focus on capex signals

With major tech earnings arriving, investors are looking for a clear answer to a key question: will the biggest platforms keep accelerating AI infrastructure spending or begin to slow down? Nvidia’s shares edged higher as markets focused on signals from cloud and social giants about capacity, budgets, and long-term demand for AI chips and data centers.

Markets brace for the Fed and big earnings week as gold hits fresh records

U.S. markets start a pivotal week with investors focused on the Federal Reserve’s next rate decision and a slate of major company earnings. Uncertainty around geopolitics, trade threats, and growth expectations is pushing some investors toward perceived safe havens, helping lift gold to new highs while stocks trade cautiously.

Minneapolis shooting triggers protests as immigration enforcement comes under renewed scrutiny

Protests spread after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving a federal officer, adding pressure to the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement strategy. Demonstrations and calls for accountability expanded beyond Minnesota, reflecting a broader debate over federal tactics, community safety, and the role of immigration agencies.

World leaders leave Davos with trade and security tensions still unresolved

The 56th World Economic Forum in Davos ended with leaders and executives emphasizing growth and innovation, while geopolitical strains—especially among the U.S. and key allies—continued to dominate discussions. Panels focused on technology, energy security, and supply chains, but the summit highlighted how difficult coordination has become in a more contested global environment.

CDC reports 416 measles cases so far in 2026 as outbreaks tied to last year continue

The CDC’s latest update shows measles cases continuing to climb early in 2026, with most infections linked to outbreaks that began in 2025. Health officials warn that falling vaccination coverage leaves pockets of communities vulnerable, and they urge families to check MMR status and follow public health guidance if exposure is suspected.

Winter storm disrupts travel and daily life as tens of thousands of U.S. flights are scrapped

A sprawling winter storm sweeping across large parts of the United States has closed schools, knocked out power, and snarled transportation as airlines cancel and delay huge numbers of flights. Emergency declarations and weather alerts have stretched from the South into the Northeast, forcing communities to shift classes online, suspend public services, and warn residents to avoid icy roads.