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Mammogram Reveals Heart Danger in 67-Year-Old Woman

Daniel J. Whitman January 3, 2026

At a Glance A routine mammogram in Oct 2024 revealed breast arterial calcifications that led to a life-saving quintuple bypass surgery for a...

Destroyer sailing toward Caracas harbor with deck spotlight while explosions blaze in skyline and a small boat flees.

Military News Political News World News

US Launches Caracas Strike, Capturing Maduro and Flores

Amanda S. Bennett January 3, 2026

At a Glance President Donald Trump ordered a large-scale strike on Caracas, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores. The U.S....

Maduro and Flores walking out with US soldiers and Casa de Nariño looming behind.

Political News World News

Maduro and First Lady Allegedly Flown Out After US Strikes

Jonathan P. Miller January 3, 2026

At a Glance President Nicolas Maduro and first lady Cilia Flores allegedly flown out of Venezuela after US strikes. Couple indicted on...

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Health News News Report

Paul Kim’s 5-Year-Old Son Dies After Severe Flu, 50M Views Support

Amanda S. Bennett January 3, 2026

At a Glance 5-year-old Micah, son of Catholic influencer Paul Kim, died after a severe case of the flu on New Year's Eve. Kim posted daily updates,...

Lone figure stands on Caracas street at night with smoke and fire rising in distance looking up with fear and determination

Breaking News World News

Explosions Reported in Caracas Early Saturday

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

At a Glance Explosions reported early Saturday in Caracas, Venezuela Authorities investigating the cause Concerns rise over security and...

Entertainment News News Report

Zach Bryan Marries Samantha Leonard in Spain Amid Public Backlash

Ethan R. Coleman January 3, 2026

At a Glance Zach Bryan married Samantha Leonard in Spain on Dec. 31. Instagram post shows him holding her in a strapless white gown with wine. He...

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Government News Local News

San Diego Residents Get Discounted Balboa Park Parking Passes

Sophia A. Reynolds January 3, 2026

At a Glance San Diego residents can get discounted parking passes for Balboa Park by verifying their address online. A one-time $5 registration fee...

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Local News Transportation News

I-5 Near San Ysidro to Close for $2.7M Construction Over 3 Weeks

Daniel J. Whitman January 3, 2026

> At a Glance > - I-5 south of San Ysidro will close for up to 3 weeks as a $2.7 million construction project starts next week. > - Phase 1...

Stack of Real ID cards with scribbled dates and error stamps piles haphazardly with blurred DMV background and warm lighting.

Government News News Report

California DMV: 325,000 Real IDs Must Be Reissued After 2006 Bug

Jonathan P. Miller January 3, 2026

At a Glance 325,000 Californians must replace their Real ID due to a software error. The glitch, originating in 2006, set incorrect expiration dates...

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News Report Sports News

Pioneering Jockey Diane Crump Dies at 77

Sophia A. Reynolds January 3, 2026

At a Glance Diane Crump, pioneering jockey, dies at 77. Diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in October, passed Thursday night in hospice in...