Courtesy: Fox Business Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made a forceful case for President Donald Trump’s economic and national security agenda during a wide-ranging appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker, touching on tariffs, Greenland, NATO and the independence of the Federal Reserve. The interview underscored how closely economic policy and global security have…
Archives for January 2026
What sleep deprivation does to your brain daily
The human brain requires adequate sleep to function properly, yet millions of people regularly shortchange themselves on rest without realizing the immediate and cumulative damage occurring inside their heads. Sleep deprivation does not simply make someone feel tired. It triggers a cascade of neurological changes that begin within hours of missing quality sleep and worsen…
OWN launches 1st Belle Collective spinoff in 2026
The Belle Collective franchise is growing in a major way as OWN announced the network’s first-ever spinoff of the hit series alongside the return of the original show. Belle Collective: Birmingham will introduce viewers to a new group of ambitious southern women led by beauty mogul Stormi Steele, while the original Belle Collective returns for…
Yo-Yo’s emotional launch party celebrates major cooking win
Legendary rapper Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker brought together friends, family and industry colleagues on Tuesday, January 14, for an intimate Los Angeles celebration that felt more like a family reunion than a typical Hollywood event. The gathering marked the return of her popular aspireTV cooking series Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo, which premieres new episodes on Thursday,…
CROSS cast dazzles at 5-star awards celebration in Hollywood
The stars of Prime Video’s hit crime thriller CROSS brought their A-game to Hollywood’s Bar Marmont on Sunday, January 11, proving they’re just as captivating off-screen as they are in their roles. The occasion? Vanity Fair and Amazon MGM Studios’ third annual awards season celebration, where the cast mingled with industry heavyweights along Sunset Boulevard….
How Mayor Mary Sheffield wants Detroit residents involved
Detroit residents now have a direct opportunity to influence their city’s future through a comprehensive new survey that Mayor Mary Sheffield describes as the largest community engagement effort in Detroit’s history. The Rise Higher Detroit Community survey launched on Friday, January 9, and will remain open for two months as the administration seeks input from…
Trump threatens rare law unused for 3 decades in Minnesota
President Trump issued a threat on Thursday to invoke the Insurrection Act for the first time in more than three decades, potentially deploying U.S. military forces to Minneapolis in response to ongoing protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations. The warning came after tensions escalated following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an…
Verizon offers $20 credit after massive network failure
Verizon customers who experienced service disruptions during Wednesday’s widespread network outage will receive a $20 account credit from the cellular provider, the company announced on Thursday. The compensation comes after tens of thousands of users found themselves without access to voice and data services for several hours. The network issues began late Wednesday morning and…
TSMC posts strong Q4 earnings as advanced chip demand surges
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, also known as TSMC, reported strong fourth-quarter results, driven by robust demand for its leading-edge chip technologies. The company announced consolidated revenue of NT$1,046.09 billion, net income of NT$505.74 billion, and a diluted earnings per share of NT$19.50. Revenue rose 20.5% year-over-year, while net income and EPS each increased 35%, highlighting…
Winter alert: 15 metro Detroit school closings to know
Courtesy: Pexels from Pixabay Winter weather is once again reshaping the school day across southeast Michigan, as multiple districts in metro Detroit announce closures, delays, and schedule adjustments for Thursday. Snowfall, icy roads, and ongoing weather advisories have prompted administrators to prioritize student and staff safety, leaving many families adjusting plans early in the morning….