Baby Brezza recalls about 29,000 dryers over burn risk
The recall covers three SuperFast Sterilizer Dryer models. Owners can check the model label on the unit’s bottom and request a free replacement.
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GAO: ICE has not shown a systemwide detention-inspection review
GAO says ICE has not provided evidence of a holistic assessment of whether changed inspections across DHS provide sufficient oversight. DHS says ICE uses inspection data and other evidence.
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GM recalls 67,380 EVs over possible low-speed brake loss
The recall covers certain Cadillac and Chevrolet EVs. Owners can check coverage by VIN and get a free software update.
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FHFA watchdog forecasts 70%–80% staff cut, end to fraud probes
The FHFA inspector general says a planned FY2027 funding reduction could cut its mission-critical workforce by 70%–80% and end specialized fraud investigations involving Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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OpenAI plans Pierre deal, Code Storage integration into Codex
OpenAI plans to acquire Pierre Computer Company and later bring Code Storage features into Codex. Pierre’s Trees and Diffs libraries are already used in Codex; the deal remains subject to closing conditions.
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Mexican judge arrested in Colombia in alleged $2 million bribery case
Luis Benítez Alcántara was arrested in Colombia under a U.S. indictment accusing him of taking a $2 million bribe to release a Canadian facing U.S. charges.
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McDonald’s U.S. comparable sales fell 0.2% in Q3 2026
U.S. comparable sales declined while the global measure and both international segments grew. Revenue, net income and diluted earnings per share also increased.
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Democratic women pass 100 House seats in called election results
The updated map identifies 112 Democratic women elected in voting House districts and separately shows Democratic nonvoting delegates Alicia Limtiaco of Guam and Janelle Sarauw of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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2026 election results explained: winners, flips and races still uncalled
Democrats secured control of Congress as House flips spread across the country. See the national balance, winning candidates, parties, states, districts and links to the individual race reports.
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2026 Election Balance of Power: House, Senate, Governors and Mayors
Democrats won control of the U.S. House and Senate, according to the Associated Press. Individually verified House calls at 7:43 p.m. Central put Democrats at 247 seats, above the 218 needed for a majority, and Republicans at 152, with 36 races uncalled. Amish Shah’s victory over Jay Feely in Arizona’s 1st District added a Republican-to-Democratic flip. Democrats had gained 41 House seats and lost two, for a net gain of 39 among called races.
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Mike Johnson won’t seek another term as House Republican leader, AP reports
House Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek another term as House Republican leader after Democrats won control of Congress, the Associated Press reported Wednesday, citing two people familiar with his plans. The decision opens a contest to lead Republicans as they prepare to enter the House minority.
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Leidos raises 2026 non-GAAP EPS and cash forecasts, trims revenue
Leidos raised its 2026 non-GAAP diluted EPS and operating-cash-flow forecasts while lowering its revenue range. Third-quarter revenue and net income both rose year over year.
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Judge orders Iowa to approve Satanic Temple event application
A preliminary order gives Iowa’s administrative services director seven days to approve the group’s application for a one-day Capitol event.
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Bodum recalls 5.9 million French presses after 48 burn reports
The recall covers specified 8-cup and 12-cup models sold nationwide from 1974 through October 2026. Owners should stop stirring with metal utensils and contact Bodum for the listed remedy.
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Trump plans to end South Africa, Rwanda’s AGOA access in 2027
The planned Jan. 1, 2027, change falls within AGOA’s extension through Dec. 31, 2028; neither country has yet been removed.
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PJM would tie backstop power costs to large-load growth
PJM proposed assigning costs for a one-time power procurement according to each zone’s contribution to large-load growth. The amended terms still need FERC approval.
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Judge orders USCIS to restore 21-day notice for child asylum interviews
A temporary Maryland court order restores advance-notice and rescheduling rules for asylum interviews involving unaccompanied children.
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Judge dismisses DOJ’s Alaska election suit over redressability
A federal judge found DOJ had not shown how its requested relief could remedy the injury it alleged in a dispute over Alaska’s Senate election.
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USDOT selects $1.013 billion for 297 road-safety grants
The selected FY2026 grants include 100 Implementation awards that account for 67.5% of the funding, and 197 planning awards.
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HealthCare.gov opens 2027 enrollment as benchmark premiums rise 13%
HealthCare.gov’s 2027 enrollment runs through Jan. 15 as KFF reports a 13% average increase in benchmark silver premiums.
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D.C. Circuit revives faith groups’ bid to limit worship-site enforcement
A 2-1 appeals court ruling sends 27 religious organizations’ request for preliminary protections back to district court. It does not stop enforcement or restore the previous guidance.
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Martian meteorite records crust formed at least 4.1 billion years ago
Teghaza 001 preserves evidence of ancient crust formation and later interaction with water-rich fluids, researchers report.