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January 2026
U.S. Military’s Top Focus Shifts from China to Homeland and Western…
Pentagon's new strategy focuses on homeland and Western Hemisphere, relegating China to the No. 2 priority,…
California’s Largest Pediatric System to Halt Transgender Youth Care Amid…
California's largest pediatric healthcare system will cease gender-affirming care for transgender youth due to…
Tax credit changes impact US solar manufacturing momentum
US solar manufacturing observed significant growth in 2025, but faces uncertainty in 2026 due to sunsetting tax credits and increased tariffs.
David Alvarez Proposes Faster Distribution of Prop. 4 Climate Funds
Assemblymember David Alvarez proposes to expedite Prop. 4 funding for climate programs a year after voter approval.…
Largest Nurses Strike in NYC’s History Continues Amid Sub-Zero Temperatures
Despite freezing temperatures, thousands of NYC nurses are on strike, demanding improved staffing, hospital safety…
Fourth Circuit Court Approves Trump’s Grant Terminations
A court has overturned a ruling forbidding the Trump administration from terminating environmental justice, agricultural and climate funding.
China Leverages Open Source AI, Aiming to Reshape Economy and Broaden Benefit
China is poised to reshape its economy through open-source artificial intelligence, spreading AI's gains across all…
Morningstar US Healthcare Index Underperforms in 2025, Promises Potential in 2026
The Morningstar US Healthcare Index slightly lagged in 2025 but is expected to perform well in 2026 due to its…
Political Newcomers Eugene Green III and Ed T. Murray Vie for New Orleans House Seat
Newcomers Eugene Green III and Ed. T. Murray are vying for the House District 97 seat in a race that will shape New Orleans' Democratic delegation.