- Key accuser in Alexander brothers rape case dies just one week before federal trial begins: report January 16, 2026Kate Whiteman, who first accused Oren and Alon Alexander of rape, has died in Australia. The twins, along with their older brother, await their criminal trial this month.
- ‘Teen Mom’ star Farrah Abraham launches Austin mayoral campaign after confusing 2026 and 2028 election dates January 16, 2026Former "Teen Mom" star Farrah Abraham announces mayoral run for Austin but gets election timeline wrong, thinking 2026 instead of 2028 during live TV interview.
- ‘Sheepdog’ shines light on the war after war, as veterans continue to struggle with life back home January 16, 2026Sheepdog film by Steven Grayhm focuses on Army combat veteran's mental health struggles and civilian reintegration rather than battlefield scenes.
- Zohran Mamdani dinged in New York Times report for ‘problem’ of not having Black deputy mayors January 16, 2026New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism over deputy mayor appointments as Black leaders question his commitment to diversity in city government.
- UNRWA officials lobby congressional staffers against Trump terrorist designation threat January 16, 2026UNRWA officials briefed congressional staffers on potential Trump administration plans to designate the U.N. agency as a terrorist organization.
- Ex-NFL star JJ Watt criticizes Steelers' players who shared details of Mike Tomlin's emotional final meeting January 16, 2026J.J. Watt criticized Pittsburgh Steelers players for sharing the emotional details of Mike Tomlin's final team meeting, saying those moments should have stayed private.