Germany will stand up to Russian intimidation, says foreign minister

A video shows a man lighting his shirt on fire on a TTC bus. The incident occurred in Toronto, Canada, but further details about the man's identity or motives are not provided. The video has caused concern and speculation about the man's mental state and the safety of public transportation. Full Article

Despite high inflation, strong economic growth, and a robust labor market, the Federal Reserve is expected to lower its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%. While market traders anticipate the rate cut, there is some skepticism among experts, with former Kansas City Fed President Esther George cautioning against it due to the need to monitor inflation closely and signal stability to the public and markets. Full Article

Bones are visible in mass graves around Syria, including in Najha, where tens of thousands of bodies may be buried, according to former U.S. ambassador Stephen Rapp. Organizations are working to document and identify officials involved in war crimes, as more than 150,000 Syrians are still missing after disappearing into Assad's prisons. With Assad's fall, efforts are underway to secure and eventually excavate mass grave sites to gather samples for identification and preserve discovered documents,...

Five members of a Utah family were found dead in their home, with one survivor injured from a gunshot wound. The deceased include a 42-year-old man, a 38-year-old woman, an 11-year-old boy, and girls ages 9 and 2. Police believe the violence was isolated to the home and are conducting a homicide investigation, with a 17-year-old hospitalized and unresponsive as a potential witness or suspect. Full Article

Alan Jones, a prominent Australian radio host, has pleaded not guilty to sexually abusing 10 young men over nearly two decades, facing 34 charges including 11 counts of aggravated indecent assault. After his court appearance, Jones denied the allegations, stating they were baseless or distorted, and vowed to defend himself before a jury. The 83-year-old, known for his influential media presence and controversial remarks, was arrested last month and had additional charges filed against him...

Fox News host Sean Hannity discusses the end of President Biden's term, highlighting a low approval rating and the upcoming transition to the Trump administration. Hannity emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in government, expressing hope for a return to limited government and greater freedom. He anticipates a shift towards constitutional order and a government that is truly by, for, and of the people. Full Article