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Judges Greenlight Offshore Wind but Curb ICE as Trump Tariffs Rattle UK; EU–Mercosur Deal Signed; Iran and Greenland Protests Surge; Tragedies and TV Departures in U.S. Entertainment

Federal Judges Allow More U.S. Offshore Wind Projects to Continue Construction

Two U.S. offshore wind projects—Dominion Energy’s Virginia development and New York’s Empire Wind—were cleared by federal judges to resume construction, following a Trump-era pause that halted five projects in December. A third project, Revolution Wind, also received court approval to keep moving while legal challenges to the pause continue. Additional cases remain pending, including Ørsted’s Sunrise Wind suit and a broader challenge involving Vineyard Wind in Massachusetts, which has continued delivering some power to the grid. The rulings come as mid-Atlantic utilities face rising demand and bills, while offshore wind growth continues rapidly overseas.

Poll: Nearly 60% of Americans say the economy is weak under Trump

Nearly six in ten Americans say the economy is weak under President Trump, according to a poll. The survey also found that 55% report the economy has caused financial strain for their family.

EU and Mercosur Sign Major Trade Agreement in Asuncion

The EU and Mercosur signed a major trade agreement in Asuncion, Paraguay, bringing to a close negotiations that began more than 25 years ago.

Keir Starmer criticised over Greenland position as Donald Trump imposes new tariffs on the UK

Keir Starmer faced criticism from GB News commentators after Donald Trump announced new tariffs on the UK and several European countries, linking the measures to his demand that the United States be allowed to purchase Greenland. Trump said a 10% tariff would begin on 1 February 2026 and rise to 25% on 1 June 2026 until a deal is reached. Financial specialist Wolfgang Douglas argued the UK should align closely with Washington on security and Greenland, while panelists blamed Starmer’s approach to Trump for worsening trade tensions.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Acknowledges Thousands Killed in Recent Protests

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei acknowledged that thousands were killed during recent protests, calling some of the deaths “inhuman” and “savage,” while blaming the United States for the unrest.

Federal judge limits ICE enforcement tactics in Minnesota

A federal judge has restricted ICE enforcement tactics in Minnesota, ruling that Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may not use crowd-dispersal tools against nonviolent protesters while carrying out federal immigration enforcement.

Thousands march in Greenland to support self-governance amid Trump takeover threats

Thousands of people marched in Greenland, waving national flags, holding protest signs, and chanting “Greenland is not for sale” to back the island’s self-governance and reject growing threats of an American takeover linked to Donald Trump.

Former Nickelodeon actor Kianna Underwood dies in New York hit-and-run at 33

Law enforcement officials say Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed Friday in a hit-and-run in New York. She was 33.

Man sentenced after entering a woman’s hotel room in Washington, D.C., and stabbing her 34 times in a random attack

A Washington, D.C., judge sentenced 46-year-old George Sydnor to 40 years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, after he pleaded guilty to premeditated first-degree murder while armed. Prosecutors said Sydnor rode a bike to the Ivy City Hotel, listened at 31-year-old Christy Bautista’s door, forced his way into her ground-floor room as she was ordering pizza, and stabbed her 34 times. Police recovered a broken Santoku-style knife at the scene, and Bautista’s family described the killing as brutal and random while also criticizing earlier court decisions that had allowed Sydnor to be out on bond in a separate violence case.

Tia Napolitano to Leave "Fire Country" After Four Seasons

Showrunner Tia Napolitano will depart the CBS drama "Fire Country" at the end of its fourth season. The series stars Max Thieriot and Diane Farr.

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