Demond Wilson death: ‘Sanford and Son’ actor and cultural figure dies at 79

KEY POINTS  Demond Wilson, the American actor best known for portraying Lamont Sanford on the NBC sitcom “Sanford and Son,” has died at age seventy nine, his son said.  Wilson was pronounced dead Friday morning at his home in Palm Springs, California, after complications related to cancer, according to Demond Wilson Jr., who confirmed the … Read more

Catherine O’Hara death prompts global tributes to Emmy-winning Canadian comedian

KEY POINTS  Catherine O’Hara, the Emmy-winning Canadian actress whose elastic performances shaped modern screen comedy, died Friday at her home in Los Angeles after a brief illness, her agent told the BBC. She was seventy one. The Catherine O’Hara death marks the loss of a performer whose comic range bridged cult cinema, mainstream family films … Read more

Baltimore Ravens Hire Declan Doyle as Offensive Coordinator to Lead Lamar Jackson

KEY POINTS  BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens have named Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle as their new offensive coordinator, tasking the 29 year old coach with revitalizing the team’s offense and guiding quarterback Lamar Jackson toward another Super Bowl run.  The announcement was made Friday after Doyle met with Ravens officials at the Under … Read more

Gold and silver prices tumble after Trump names Fed chair pick, dollar rebounds

KEY POINTS  Gold and silver prices plunged Friday after former President Donald Trump announced his choice for Federal Reserve chair, triggering a sharp rebound in the US dollar and prompting investors to unwind positions built during months of geopolitical tension and currency weakness. The sudden decline in gold and silver prices reflected a rapid shift … Read more

Catherine O’Hara, Iconic Canadian Actress of ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ Dies at 71

KEY POINTS  TORONTO — Catherine O’Hara, the Canadian actress celebrated for her roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice, and Christopher Guest’s mockumentaries, died at age 71, her manager confirmed to PEOPLE on Friday, Jan. 30.  TMZ was the first to report the news. No additional details regarding her passing were immediately available. O’Hara’s death marks the … Read more

Minnesota Vikings Fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah Amid Organizational Shift

KEY POINTS  MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, the team announced Friday, marking a significant leadership change less than three months before the NFL draft.  The move follows a series of annual organizational meetings and comes shortly after the conclusion of the Vikings’ 2025 regular season. The Vikings hired Adofo-Mensah … Read more

Dutch Authorities Investigate Roblox Under EU Digital Services Act as Platform Expands Into Film

KEY POINTS  Dutch authorities are investigating Roblox under the EU Digital Services Act while the US based gaming platform moves ahead with a Hollywood film adaptation, placing renewed focus on child safety, regulation and the company’s growing cultural reach.  The Netherlands’ consumer protection authority announced the probe January thirty. The investigation by the Netherlands Authority … Read more

Don Lemon arrest over Minnesota church protest deepens press freedom debate

KEY POINTS  WASHINGTON — Journalist Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents in Los Angeles in connection with an anti immigration protest that disrupted a church service in Minnesota, his attorney said Friday, escalating tensions between the Trump administration and press freedom advocates. The arrest of Lemon, a veteran television journalist fired from CNN in … Read more

Kevin Warsh Emerges as Leading Contender for Federal Reserve Chair as Trump Signals Pick

KEY POINTS  Former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh visited the White House this week as President Donald Trump moves toward announcing a nominee to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, according to two people familiar with the discussions. The possible nomination of Kevin Warsh has drawn close attention from global markets and policymakers as President … Read more

Trump Files $10 Billion Tax Returns Lawsuit Against Treasury and IRS

KEY POINTS  President Donald Trump and several members of his family have filed a $10 billion civil lawsuit against the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service. Alleging the agencies failed to prevent the unlawful disclosure of his confidential tax records, according to a complaint filed Thursday in federal court in Florida. The lawsuit, brought … Read more