'Flames of Chaos,' Basketball Rigging Scheme & Snow in Florida? - Friday, January 16, 2026
The news to know for Friday, January 16, 2026!
We're talking about rising tensions over violence and unrest in Minnesota, and the potential of the U.S. military getting involved.
Also, more U.S. forces are headed to the Middle East.
And Venezuela's opposition leader has made an extraordinary gesture toward President Trump.
Plus: why American universities are losing their edge in global research, who is now facing charges in a widespread basketball gambling scandal, and how a professional pickleball player is helping to push the sport forward — even off the court.
Those stories and even more…
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