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The long read: The president has vowed to kill off ‘woke’ in his second term in office, and the venerable cultural institution a few blocks from the White House is in his sights
Trump’s assault on the Smithsonian: ‘The goal is to reframe the entire culture of the US’
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January 11, 2026 at 11:28 AM
Trump’s attacks on mainstream media have opened a window for journalists who want to operate independently
How independent journalism is a form of resistance: ‘I’m not answering to anyone’
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January 11, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Guardian writers and readers share the simple tricks they use to bring a bit of joy into their lives
From squirrel picnics to penpals, karaoke to crochet: 43 easy ways to lift your spirits
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January 11, 2026 at 9:07 AM
Stop stressing about self‑improvement or waiting until you’re on top of everything. This year give yourself permission to prioritize pleasure
The secret to being happy in 2026? It’s far, far simpler than you think …
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January 11, 2026 at 8:27 AM
Water bottles are the ‘perfect environment for bacteria to grow’ – as we’ve seen from the horror pics on social media. Follow these steps to
Wash well – and don’t forget the lid: how to clean your reusable water bottle
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January 11, 2026 at 7:47 AM
After 35 years of teaching fiction writing, prize-winning author Elizabeth McCracken shares her wisdom. First tip? Don’t write what you know…
Dreaming of writing your novel this year? Rip up all the rules!
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January 10, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Rutger Bregman, Josie Long, Michael Rosen, Meera Sodha and others on what they are no longer wasting their time on
Doomscrolling, people pleasing and low-fat foods? Life’s too short! Nine writers on what they won’t bother with this year
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January 10, 2026 at 3:31 PM
In Tehran this week, young adults told the Guardian about collapsing living standards, the mass anti-government protests and their hopes for the future
‘In isolation, we’ll never flourish’: What Iranians think about the protests and an end to the Islamic Republic
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January 10, 2026 at 8:52 AM
Some wet years and recent winter storms have helped bring the state out of drought after years of insufficient rainfall
California is completely drought-free for the first time in 25 years
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January 10, 2026 at 1:21 AM
MLB hands free agent outfielder Max Kepler an 80-game suspension after a positive test for a banned substance, complicating his search for a new team
Free agent outfielder Max Kepler hit with 80-game ban for positive drug test
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January 9, 2026 at 11:58 PM
Analysis estimates Trump administration ‘wasted’ billions to compensate over 154,000 federal employees on leave
Doge cuts cost US taxpayers $10bn to cover workers’ paid leave, analysis finds
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January 9, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Nearly 16,000 nurses set to join union-led strike Monday to demand large hospitals across NYC ‘put patients over profit’
Thousands of New York City nurses set to strike amid contract dispute over pay
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January 9, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Clip first posted by partisan outlet Alpha News shows perspective of ICE agent as Good was fatally shot
Renee Nicole Good said ‘I’m not mad at you’ before ICE agent shot her, video shows
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January 9, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Experts are urging guideline changes on what health professionals should wear to protect against flu-like illnesses including Covid
Face masks ‘inadequate’ and should be swapped for respirators, WHO is advised
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January 9, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Jacob Frey criticizes Trump administration’s response to shooting death of Renee Nicole Good
Minneapolis mayor accuses federal authorities of ‘hiding facts’ in ICE killing
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January 9, 2026 at 6:56 PM
Victim-blaming began almost as soon as Renee Nicole Good was killed – we examine the claims and the reality
Trump administration unleashes torrent of untruths after woman shot dead by ICE
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January 9, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Exclusive: SIK leader Jess Berthelsen rejects Trump claim that the US needs Greenland for ‘national security’
‘We are not for sale’: chair of Greenland’s top labor union rebukes Trump’s call for annexation
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January 9, 2026 at 5:12 PM
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The government continues to break every immigration enforcement record, week after week. They are arresting, deporting, and detaining more and more people than ever.
January 9, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Reupping this, #Minnesota - my DMs are also open. Interested in how people are providing aid to neighbors, leads on where you're seeing ICE activity, stuff on the ground that you think needs more attention
#Minnesota: I am a Guardian reporter, based here in the Minneapolis area. I want to hear about what you're seeing, hearing, feeling and want you think needs to be covered. You can find me on Signal: rachelleingang.241 or by email at [email protected]
January 9, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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#Minnesota: I am a Guardian reporter, based here in the Minneapolis area. I want to hear about what you're seeing, hearing, feeling and want you think needs to be covered. You can find me on Signal: rachelleingang.241 or by email at [email protected]
January 8, 2026 at 3:57 PM
"Elon Musk’s reckless and degrading AI could be built differently. But Americans will have to speak up," writes @moiradonegan.bsky.social.
Grok is undressing women and children. Don’t expect the US to take action | Moira Donegan
Elon Musk’s reckless and degrading AI could be built differently. But Americans will have to speak up
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January 9, 2026 at 4:52 PM
A somber pregame tribute gave way to a third-quarter surge as the Timberwolves beat the Cavaliers in a night shaped by grief and protest
Minnesota Timberwolves hold moment of silence for woman killed by ICE officer
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January 9, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Lawmakers issue warning about homeland security budget after shooting death by federal agent of Renee Nicole Good
Democrats threaten to withhold funding after ICE killing in Minneapolis
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January 9, 2026 at 4:13 PM
We've updated our ongoing project to track ICE and CBP data on arrests, detentions and deportations in the US with the latest from immigration enforcement.

See the new numbers here:
By the numbers: the latest ICE and CBP data on arrests, detentions and deportations in the US
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January 9, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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The Guardian's immigration enforcement tracker has been updated: www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...

We've been archiving and compiling each detention management stats release, see the new numbers here:
By the numbers: the latest ICE and CBP data on arrests, detentions and deportations in the US
The Guardian reviewed figures from Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection since Trump’s inauguration
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January 9, 2026 at 3:14 PM