Interior rolls out 2026 nonresident fees at national parks, some $100 per person

The Department of Homeland Security has announced that hundreds of thousands of Haitians in the U.S. will lose their legal protections and work permits in February, requiring those without the right to stay to return to Haiti. This decision affects approximately 340,000 individuals who have been living under Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

President Trump has announced that South Africa will not be invited to the 2026 Group of 20 Summit in Miami, citing the country's treatment of a U.S. representative during this year's summit as the reason for this exclusion.

Norovirus cases have been on the rise in the U.S. since mid-October, with significant increases reported in states such as Louisiana, Michigan, and Indiana, according to data from WastewaterSCAN.

A Colombian man has been sentenced to five years in prison and ordered to forfeit $1.2 million for his involvement in a money laundering scheme that funneled drug proceeds from Mexico into U.S. bank accounts, which were then sent to Colombia.

The U.S. Interior Department has announced a significant increase in entry fees for many national parks, tripling the costs for foreign travelers as part of an 'America first' initiative. This move is expected to take effect in 2026 and will apply to 11 of the most visited parks, where non-residents will face a new charge of $100 per person, while U.S. residents will pay $80 for an annual pass.

The Trump administration has announced plans to re-vet all refugees admitted to the U.S. during the Biden administration, a move that has drawn criticism from immigration groups who view it as an affront to those fleeing persecution. This re-evaluation could impact the status of approximately 200,000 individuals who were granted asylum under Biden's policies.

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has concluded, yet several federal aid programs that many Americans rely on continue to experience delays. Despite the government resuming operations, the impact of the shutdown lingers on these essential services.

The U.S. is facing a significant issue with food waste, as Americans continue to discard large quantities of once-edible food despite rising grocery prices and growing environmental concerns. This alarming trend highlights a disconnect between consumer behavior and the need for sustainable practices in food consumption.