The talks, in Paris, are the latest effort to reduce tensions between two longstanding enemies. A deal would help both curry favor with the Trump administration.

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer previews his investigation of fraud in Minnesota social programs.

Police shot and killed a man armed with a knife in the Garden State on Monday, the New Jersey state attorney general's office announced.

NYC's new Mayor Zohran Mamdani will earn nearly $260,000 annually, an 80% increase from his state assemblyman salary.

Steve Phelps resigned as NASCAR commissioner following a lawsuit by 23XI Racing that revealed controversial texts and fueled backlash within the racing community.

Security forces fired tear gas and dispersed demonstrators as the market shut down. The protests Tuesday come as Iran's rial currency fell to a record low.

Embattled Democratic Gov. Tim Walz ended his re-election bid but vowed to remain in office as Amy Klobuchar considers a gubernatorial campaign.

On Jan 6, 2024, the weather was primed for severe wildfire danger, with wind gusts reaching 90 miles per hour.

Federal investigation reveals Somalia's U.N. ambassador connected to Cincinnati health agency with fraud conviction. HHS promises "more to come" on probe.

Brazil, China, Colombia, Cuba, Eritrea, Mexico, Russia, South Africa and Spain condemn attack at UN meeting. Plus, why the world’s food system needs urgent changeDon’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up hereGood morning.The US was roundly denounced for a “crime of aggression” at an emerg...

A defense attorney for the suspect accused of vandalizing JD Vance's Cincinnati home claims there was no political motivation, citing mental health issues.

The DOJ reveals over 2 million Epstein-related files are still under review, with under 1% released more than two weeks after December deadline passed.

Hockey Hall of Famer Bob Pulford, a four-time Stanley Cup champion who played a key role on the Toronto Maple Leafs' championship-winning teams, died at age 89.

Teen Mackenzie Dalton was located safely and an 18-year-old man was arrested and accused of lying to investigators about her whereabouts during a search effort.

A woman from California has made 40 recipes that she's found carved on tombstones — cooking them to honor the deceased. It is Rosie Grant's unique cemetery cooking project.

Former Georgia lawmaker Karen Bennett allegedly fraudulently claimed nearly $14,000 in COVID unemployment benefits while working from home during the pandemic.

Celebrated Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr, known for films like "Sátántangó" and "The Turin Horse," has died at 70.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman finalize divorce settlement after nearly 20 years of marriage, with custody arrangements for daughters now official.

Trump warned Republicans that Democrats will pursue impeachment if they win midterm elections, calling their policies "horrendous" during GOP retreat.

Country singer Chris Lane's TikTok joke about Minnesota daycare fraud goes viral with 100K+ views, referencing alleged taxpayer fund misuse in the state.