‘The holy family is in hiding’: nativity scenes at US churches push back on ICE

President Donald Trump announced plans for retaliation following the deaths of two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter in an attack by the Islamic State in Palmyra, Syria. This incident marks a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region, particularly after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime a year ago.

Three Americans, including two U.S. Army soldiers and one civilian interpreter, were killed in an ambush by a suspected Islamic State gunman in Palmyra, Syria. This incident marks the first U.S. casualties in the region since the fall of Bashar al-Assad a year ago. President Donald Trump has stated that the U.S. 'will retaliate' following this attack, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by the Islamic State in Syria.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has released 123 prisoners, including Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski and opposition leader Maria Kalesnikava, following the lifting of US sanctions on Belarusian potash, a vital export. This decision came after two days of discussions with a US envoy, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the US and Belarus.

President Donald Trump's recent rhetoric targeting political opponents has led to a significant increase in threats against at least 22 officials from both major parties, as reported by NBC News. This alarming trend highlights the potential dangers of inflammatory political discourse in the current climate.

The recent Hall of Fame vote saw Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds once again denied induction, despite the backdrop of Donald Trump's advocacy for Pete Rose's eligibility. This vote, influenced by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's earlier announcements, reflects ongoing debates about integrity and legacy in baseball.

A preservation group has filed a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, seeking to halt the construction of a proposed $300 million ballroom at the White House. The National Trust for Historic Preservation argues that the project should undergo multiple independent reviews and receive Congressional approval before proceeding.

President Trump responded to inquiries regarding newly released photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, stating he knows 'nothing about it' and emphasizing that Epstein had photos with many prominent figures. This response came during an interview with NBC News’ Yamiche Alcindor.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that prevents states from enforcing their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, a move that has been welcomed by tech leaders but criticized by those concerned about the potential risks of unregulated AI.