They made a post-apocalyptic Sundance film. Then their homes burned The zombie apocalypse film Didn't Die was made amid the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic and upheaval in Hollywood. The filmmakers lost their homes – but are still sharing their movie at Sundance. Mandalit del Barco
Congress clears GOP-led immigration enforcement bill, with Democrats on board The Laken Riley Act would make it easier for federal immigration officials to detain and deport those without legal status who are charged with specific crimes. Ximena Bustillo
Netflix raises monthly fees after a record jump in new subscribers The company says it added 19 million new subscribers during the last quarter of 2024, fueled by live events and new shows. Netflix is also raising subscriptions by $1 to $2 per month in the U.S. Manuela López Restrepo
Assessing Trump's claim that U.S. pays 'unfair' share of dues to WHO While signing the order to end U.S. membership in the World Health Organization, the President spoke of the disparity between contributions from the U.S. and China. Here's how WHO funding works. Ari Daniel
Why one Chicago alderman wants to work with Trump on immigration Chicago is a sanctuary city and currently bans local police from working with federal immigration officials.
Federal health agencies told to halt all external communications In a memo obtained by NPR, acting Health Secretary Dorothy Fink forbade staff from public communications on most matters until Feb. 1, unless they get express approval from "a presidential appointee." Selena Simmons-Duffin
The waiting stinks, but Sydney may soon enjoy the aroma of its 'corpse flower' The flower's Latin name translates as "giant, misshapen penis." But it's better known to locals as "Putricia." Royal Botanical Garden Sydney has even set up a livestream in anticipation. Scott Neuman
When Ichiro retired, his records felt 'small' compared to the emotional moments Ichiro Suzuki's career was full of hitting streaks, All-Star Games and Gold Glove awards. But all that paled compared to moments with fans like his farewell at the Tokyo Dome in 2019, he said. Becky Sullivan
Trump threatens Russia with tariffs and sanctions if it does not agree to end war It is unclear how much impact economic penalties would have on the Russian government, since they already face various sanctions imposed by the previous administration. Franco Ordoñez
