January 21, 2026 4:45 am
North Strabane Township is not waiting to get their new year started. Items discussed at their agenda meeting will have supervisors considering several operational measures. They will consider authorizing the advertisement for the road paving program. They will also approve preliminary steps to hire a police lieutenant and a firefighter. Advertisements to authorize an ordinance that will allow the dissolution of the Parks and Recreation Board will also be considered. Finally, supervisors will look to approve amendments to their licenses and permits ordinance that governs fees for amusement devices. Voting will take place on January 27.
January 20, 2026 5:19 am
DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — President Donald Trump insists he won’t use force to acquire Greenland. Trump was speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where he criticized Europe and emphasized the U.S. should have control over Greenland. Trump’s comments come amid tensions with allies over potential tariffs on Denmark and others. Trump’s arrival in Davos was delayed by an electrical issue on Air Force One. He plans to discuss housing affordability and the “Board of Peace” to oversee a ceasefire in Israel’s conflict with Hamas. European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, have expressed concerns over Trump’s policies and their impact on global stability.
January 20, 2026 5:22 am
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s push to control Greenland has sparked major tensions with Europe. Leaders there are warning Trump’s threat of tariffs over Greenland policy could damage the NATO alliance. On Tuesday, the EU’s top official called Trump’s planned tariffs a “mistake.” French President Emmanuel Macron suggested the EU might retaliate with a trade “bazooka.” Trump is set to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. European leaders are determined to defend Denmark’s control over Greenland. Greenland’s leader insists on respect for its territorial integrity. Trump’s actions have led to diplomatic tensions and potential countermeasures from Europe.
January 20, 2026 5:20 am
DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump’s third visit as president to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting is set for Wednesday. U.S. allies remain worried about his ambition to take over Greenland, among other international crises. The elite event attracts corporate executives, academics, philanthropists and media to the Swiss Alps town of Davos. The Geneva-based think tank first hosted the event in 1971 with the goal to improve European management. Around 850 CEOs and chairs of the world’s top companies are expected to be among 3,000 participants from 130 countries. The dialogue, debate and deal-making is scheduled to last through Friday.
January 21, 2026 5:23 am
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Confrontations with federal officers over their massive immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota are showing no signs of stopping. Meanwhile, legal battles over the surge and the local response are also intensifying. A person familiar with the matter said Tuesday that federal prosecutors have served six grand jury subpoenas to Minnesota officials, including Gov. Tim Walz. It’s part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded federal law enforcement during a sweeping immigration operation in Minneapolis-St. Paul area. The person was not authorized to publicly discuss an ongoing investigation and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. Walz has said the Trump administration is not seeking justice, only creating distractions.
January 20, 2026 2:51 pm
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — A Texas jury is deliberating whether to convict one of the first police officers on the scene of the deadly Robb Elementary School attack in Uvalde. Special prosecutor Bill Turner said Wednesday that a conviction would send a message that law enforcement must fulfill their duty to protect when a gunman threatens children. Jason Goss, an attorney for Adrian Gonzales, began his closing statements by telling jurors his client wasn’t responsible for the attack that killed 19 children and two teachers. Gonzales has pleaded not guilty to 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment.
January 21, 2026 5:17 am
GELIDA, Spain (AP) — A commuter train crash in Catalonia, Spain, has led to the suspension of rail services in the region. The crash occurred when a train hit a retaining wall that had fallen onto the tracks. At least one person died, and 37 others were injured. Emergency services responded with 20 ambulances, and the injured were taken to local hospitals. The crash happened near Gelida, about 35 minutes from Barcelona. Heavy rainfall is believed to have caused the wall to collapse. This incident follows a deadly high-speed train crash in southern Spain on Sunday that killed at least 42 people.
January 21, 2026 5:21 am
Netflix is now offering to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming business in an all-cash deal. This move aims to win over Warner’s shareholders for a $72 billion merger and counter a bid from Paramount. On Tuesday, Netflix and Warner announced a revised transaction to simplify the structure and speed up a shareholder vote. The all-cash offer is valued at $27.75 per Warner share. Warner’s leadership supports the merger with Netflix. Meanwhile, Paramount has made a $77.9 billion offer and plans a proxy fight. The sale could face antitrust scrutiny and political influence.
January 21, 2026 2:56 pm
(AP) Nathan’s Famous, which opened as a 5-cent hot dog stand in Coney Island more than a century ago, has been sold to packaged meat giant Smithfield Foods in a $450 million all-cash deal. Smithfield, which has held rights to produce and sell Nathan’s products in the U.S., Canada and at Sam’s Clubs in Mexico since 2014, will acquire all of Nathan’s outstanding shares for $102 each. Like almost every food company, Nathan’s has been under significant inflationary pressure. Nathan’s sales costs of branded products rose 27% compared with last year in its most recent quarter and there was a 20% increase in the average cost per pound of hot dogs.
January 20, 2026 2:40 am
Pennsylvania American Water is encouraging customers throughout portions of its statewide service territory to voluntarily reduce their water consumption in response to a drought watch declaration expansion that was recently announced by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Pennsylvania American Water is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce their nonessential water use by 10-15% (a reduction of approximately 11-16 gallons per day) in accordance with the DEP’s guidance. “We’re asking our customers in affected areas to observe the DEP’s request and be mindful of their nonessential water use during this drought watch,” said Brandy Braun, director of water quality and environmental compliance for Pennsylvania American Water. “Our sources of supply are currently adequate to meet the needs of our customers, but we want to prepare for the potential for more severe conditions that could lead to stricter conservation measures in the future. Of the 40 counties currently included in DEP’s drought watch declaration, 21 are within areas where Pennsylvania American Water provides water service. including Washington, Adams, Beaver, Berks, Butler, Chester, Clarion, Clearfield, Clinton, Cumberland, Indiana, Jefferson, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Lawrence, Lebanon, Monroe, Northampton, Pike, Schuylkill, and Union.
