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| == Current events == | | == United States Today: News & Trends == |
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| 📰 Current events in the United States
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| | <div style="font-weight:bold; margin-bottom:2px;">Headlines (January 9, 2026)</div> |
| | * '''Jan 9 - 50% Canadian Tariffs:''' President Trump imposes a 50% across-the-board tariff on all Canadian imports, citing Canada's lack of support for the Venezuela operation. |
| | * '''Jan 8 - Maduro Pleads Not Guilty:''' In his first [[Federal Arraignment of Nicolás Maduro|NYC Court Appearance]], Nicolás Maduro shouted, "I am innocent... I am still president!" as he pleaded not guilty to narco-terrorism. |
| | * '''Jan 8 - Energy Crisis Fears:''' U.S. gasoline futures spike as Canada retaliates by cutting off oil and gas exports. |
| | * '''Jan 7 - Golden Fleet Expansion:''' DoD accelerates the construction of the "Golden Fleet" to secure Caribbean shipping lanes following the Venezuela strike. |
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| * '''December 8, 2025''' – The **2026 FIFA World Cup draw** trends across the United States, with strong interest in Team USA’s group and match locations. As the U.S. prepares to co-host the tournament, fan engagement spikes nationwide.
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| * '''December 8, 2025''' – Reports suggest **Netflix is exploring a potential acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery**, a move that would reshape the U.S. media and streaming landscape. Analysts debate antitrust hurdles and the future of HBO, DC, and other Warner brands.
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| * '''December 7, 2025''' – CISA issues renewed warnings about **widespread ransomware attacks** affecting U.S. school districts and municipal systems, urging rapid cybersecurity upgrades.
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| * '''December 6, 2025''' – The administration tightens rules for several employment-based visas, including H-1B and H-2B categories. Business groups warn of potential labor shortages.
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| * '''December 6, 2025''' – A major winter storm threatens travel across the Midwest and Northeast, with airlines preparing for delays during peak holiday movement.
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| * '''December 5, 2025''' – Federal budget negotiations stall again, raising concerns that early 2026 may see a renewed government shutdown confrontation.
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| See: [[United States current events]] for full archives and monthly snapshots.
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| <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%; color:#7a6700;"> | | * '''Gas Prices at $6?''' – Analysis of how the Canadian energy ban will impact American pumps by next week. |
| ⭐ Featured of the Day
| | * '''SDNY Security''' – Continuous live updates on the lockdown of lower Manhattan for the Maduro legal proceedings. |
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| Today’s spotlight: a complete overview of the Supreme Court of the United States — its role, powers, history, and influence on American law and society.
| | See: [[The Capture of Nicolás Maduro]] • [[The Golden Fleet]] |
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| Explore next: [[Presidency of the United States]] • [[United States Constitution]] • [[United States Congress]]
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| 🔥 Trending Today in America
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| * '''Venmo outage & payment disruptions''' – widespread outage drives heated discussion on social media.
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| * '''Winter storm alert''' – upcoming storm dominates weather headlines and travel prep chatter.
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| * '''Ransomware rise''' – spike in cyberattacks on local governments and schools raises alarm nationwide.
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| * '''Visa policy overhaul''' – new work-visa rules spark concern among immigrants and businesses alike.
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| * '''Holiday travel chaos''', as airports and airlines brace for heavy crowds and weather-driven delays.
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| What’s capturing Americans’ attention right now — from tech disruptions to policy shifts and weather alerts.
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| 📈 What Americans Are Searching For
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| <li>“Venmo down 2025”</li>
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| <li>“Winter storm December 2025 travel tips”</li>
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| <li>“How to apply for H-1B visa 2026”</li>
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| <li>“Ransomware attacks US schools 2025”</li>
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| <li>“Federal budget shutdown risk 2026”</li>
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| A snapshot of trending U.S. searches — what people want to know right now.
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| <li>Supreme Court schedules hearings on major federal policy cases in early 2026.</li>
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| <li>Several U.S. cities see record holiday travel volumes this week.</li>
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| <li>Energy officials predict lower nationwide heating costs this winter.</li>
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| | * [[United States]] |
| <li>[[United States]]</li>
| | * [[Federal Government of the United States]] |
| <li>[[United States Government]]</li>
| | * [[History of the U.S.]] |
| <li>[[History of the U.S.]]</li>
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| <li>[[American Culture]]</li>
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| | * '''<span style="color:#b35400;">(Federal Presidential Republic)</span>''' |
| | * [[Presidents of the United States]] |
| | * [[United States Congress]] |
| | * [[Supreme Court of the United States]] |
| | * [[Bill of Rights]] |
| | * [[Elections in the United States]] |
| | * [[Cabinet of the United States]] |
| | * [[Political parties in the United States]] |
| | * [[United States Armed Forces]] |
| | * [[Donald Trump]] |
| | * [[Joe Biden]] |
| | * [[United States Senate]] |
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| <ul style="columns:2; -moz-columns:2; -webkit-columns:2;"> | | <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">📜 Foundational Topics & Culture</div> |
| <li>[[Presidents of the United States]]</li>
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| <li>[[Vice President of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Declaration of Independence]] |
| <li>[[Presidency of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Gadsden Purchase]] |
| <li>[[Cabinet of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[American Civil War]] |
| <li>[[United States Congress]]</li>
| | * [[Slavery in the United States]] |
| <li>[[United States Senate]]</li>
| | * [[Pioneers and the Western Frontier]] |
| <li>[[United States House of Representatives]]</li>
| | * [[Jazz and Rock and Roll]] |
| <li>[[Supreme Court of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Federal Holidays in the United States]] |
| <li>[[United States Constitution]]</li>
| | * [[Thanksgiving]] |
| <li>[[Separation of powers]]</li>
| | * [[Super Bowl]] |
| <li>[[Checks and balances]]</li>
| | * [[Broadway theatre]] |
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| <li>[[Founding Fathers of the United States]]</li>
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| <li>[[George Washington]]</li>
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| <li>[[Thomas Jefferson]]</li>
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| <li>[[James Madison]]</li>
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| <li>[[Alexander Hamilton]]</li>
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| <li>[[Benjamin Franklin]]</li>
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| <li>[[John Jay]]</li>
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| <li>[[Samuel Adams]]</li>
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| <li>[[Patrick Henry]]</li>
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| <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">🗺️ States, territories & cities</div> | | | |
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| | <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">📊 United States at a Glance</div> |
| <li>[[50 States of America]] • [[:Category:United_States_Regions|United States Regions]]</li>
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| <span style="font-weight:bold;">Major cities:</span> [[New York City]], [[Los Angeles]], [[Chicago]], [[Houston]], [[Miami]], [[Washington, D.C.]], [[Philadelphia]], [[Atlanta]], [[San Francisco]], [[Boston]], [[Las Vegas]], [[Seattle]] | | |} |
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| | <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:110%; color:#721c24; margin-bottom:8px;">💰 U.S. Economic Focus: The OBBB Act</div> |
| | * '''Tax Extensions:''' The Act makes the 2017 tax cuts permanent (effective Dec 31, 2025). |
| | * '''New Deductions:''' Introduces a '''$6,000 senior deduction''' and tax-free overtime/tips. |
| | * '''Outlook:''' Projected to boost GDP but increase the national deficit by $3.4 trillion. |
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| <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">🏞️ National parks & places</div> | | | |
| <ul style="columns:2; -moz-columns:2; -webkit-columns:2;"> | | <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">🗺️ Geography & National Parks</div> |
| <li>[[National Parks in the United States]]</li>
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| <li>[[Yellowstone National Park]]</li>
| | * [[New York City]] • [[Los Angeles]] |
| <li>[[Yosemite National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Chicago]] • [[Houston]] |
| <li>[[Grand Canyon National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Yellowstone National Park]] |
| <li>[[Great Smoky Mountains National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Grand Canyon National Park]] |
| <li>[[Zion National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Yosemite National Park]] |
| <li>[[Rocky Mountain National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Rocky Mountains]] |
| <li>[[Acadia National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Great Lakes]] |
| <li>[[Arches National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Death Valley]] |
| <li>[[Bryce Canyon National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Appalachian Mountains]] |
| <li>[[Canyonlands National Park]]</li>
| | * [[Everglades National Park]] |
| <li>[[Everglades National Park]]</li>
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| <div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">🎉 Holidays & culture</div> | | | |
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| <li>[[Federal Holidays in the United States]]</li>
| | 📜 Facts & History |
| <li>[[Independence Day (United States)]]</li>
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| <li>[[Memorial Day]]</li>
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| | | * '''Did You Know:''' The U.S. flag's colors (Red, White, and Blue) are said to symbolize '''Valor, Purity, and Vigilance'''. |
| | * '''Did You Know:''' The original U.S. Motto was *E Pluribus Unum* ('Out of Many, One'), but the current official motto is '''In God We Trust'''. |
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| <li>[[Founding Fathers of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[The National Mall]] |
| <li>[[Presidents of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Bill of Rights]] |
| <li>[[Presidency of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Electoral College (United States)]] |
| <li>[[Vice President of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Federal Reserve System]] |
| <li>[[Cabinet of the United States]]</li>
| | * [[Immigration to the United States]] |
| <li>[[Electoral College (United States)]]</li>
| | * [[Supreme Court of the United States]] |
| <li>[[Presidential line of succession]]</li>
| | * [[The Great Recession]] |
| <li>[[Impeachment in the United States]]</li>
| | * [[American Dream]] |
| <li>[[Alexander Hamilton]]</li>
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| <li>[[John Jay]]</li>
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| <li>[[Benjamin Franklin]]</li>
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| <li>[[Samuel Adams]]</li>
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| Tip: Use [[Special:Search|Search]] to find cities, states, holidays, national parks, and more. | | Tip: Use [[Special:Search|Search]] to find states, historical figures, cultural facts, and more. |
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| <li>The U.S. has '''50 states''' and several inhabited territories, including [[Puerto Rico]] and [[Guam]].</li>
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| <li>[[Alaska]] is the largest state by land area; [[Rhode Island]] is the smallest.</li>
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| <li>[[Yellowstone National Park]] (est. 1872) is widely considered the first national park in the world.</li>
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| <li>Three presidents — [[John Adams]], [[Thomas Jefferson]], and [[James Monroe]] — died on '''July 4'''.</li>
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