A DHS spokeswoman said in a statement that an agent fired after the woman had «weaponized her vehicle» in an attempt to kill federal officers.
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Routines play a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of a family. They provide structure, security and a sense of unity, especially in a world where time is short and obligations are piling up. But not all rituals are created equal. Some routines become real pillars for the family, while others, too rigid or ill-adapted, can generate tension, fatigue and frustration. It’s not enough to set up a routine for it to work. Each routine must match the rhythm and meet the real needs of each member of the household. In this article, we present seven of the best tried-and-tested family routines. We’ll also show you seven others that are too restrictive and struggle to stand the test of time. it’s up to you to find the right balance!
City officials in Minneapolis sharply disputed an account released by the Department of Homeland Security over a fatal incident in which an immigration officer opened fire on a 37-year-old woman seated in a car. A DHS spokeswoman said in a statement that an agent fired after the woman had «weaponized her vehicle» in an attempt to kill federal officers. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey forcefully rejected that version of events during a news conference, calling the explanation «bullsh**». He pointed to video footage of the encounter, which he said shows the woman did not attempt to «ram» federal agents but was instead «driving off» when shots were fired, directly contradicting the federal agency’s characterization and raising serious questions about the use of lethal force.
In a video verified by CNN, the 37-year-old woman killed by an ICE agent appears to have been using her car to block a street where immigration enforcement agents were operating. As agents approached the vehicle and ordered her to get out, the footage shows her attempting to drive away. Moments later, one of the agents fired at close range, shooting through the windshield while standing directly in front of the car. The video has become central to questions raised by city officials, who argue it contradicts federal claims that the woman used her vehicle as a weapon and instead shows a rapidly escalating encounter that ended with a fatal shot fired point-blank.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivered a blunt and unusually harsh message to federal immigration authorities operating in the city, telling ICE agents «Get the f**k out» as he condemned their presence following the fatal shooting. Speaking publicly, Frey said it was «predictable» that such an incident would occur, arguing that the ongoing operations by federal immigration enforcement were destabilizing the city rather than improving safety. He accused the agency of creating disorder on the ground, stating that «the presence of federal immigration enforcement agents is causing chaos in our city», a rebuke that underscored growing tensions between local officials and federal authorities over enforcement tactics and accountability.
As anger spread across Minneapolis following the killing, city officials urged residents to protest without further violence. Police Chief Brian O’Hara acknowledged the public outrage, saying «People are going to be upset about what happened, and people are going to want to exercise their First Amendment rights. But please do so safely and lawfully, to ensure that we do not have any further tragedy in the city or destruction.» Mayor Jacob Frey echoed that message, recognizing the depth of public emotion while calling for restraint, saying «I understand the anger,» but urging residents to «unite around hope and love and peace and getting justice,» as the city braces for demonstrations amid heightened tensions.
The Critics Choice Awards once again brought together the crème de la crème of Hollywood, and some names attracted particular attention. Les Sandler, Michael B. Jordan, and Ariana Grande shone as much by their presence as by their influence on the evening. From critically acclaimed performances to high-profile nominations and much-talked-about red carpet appearances, these stars embodied the elegance and diversity of contemporary cinema and entertainment. Their appearance at the Critics Choice Awards confirms their status as essential icons, capable of making a lasting impression on both industry and public alike, thanks to their talent, charisma, and media influence. See all the celebrities on the red carpet.
Hours after announcing on his Truth Social account that Venezuela would be turning over «between 30 and 50 MILLION Barrels of High Quality, Sanctioned Oil, to the United States of America», the Trump administration seized two oil tankers. One of the vessels, the M/T Sophia, was in the Caribbean Sea and was described by the Department of Homeland Security as a stateless, sanctioned “dark fleet” motor tanker. A second vessel, the M/V Bella 1, was also intercepted, according to U.S. European Command, after the United States had attempted to stop it weeks earlier but it escaped and continued north, passing along the UK coast. In a further escalation, Russia has since claimed ownership of the second tanker, adding an international dimension to the operation carried out in the immediate aftermath of the U.S. move against Venezuela.
U.S. Southern Command detailed the seizure of the M/T Sophia in a statement published on X, describing a coordinated early-morning operation involving multiple federal agencies. «In a pre-dawn action this morning, the Department of War, in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, apprehended a stateless, sanctioned dark fleet motor tanker without incident», the command said, adding that the vessel «was operating in international waters and conducting illicit activities in the Caribbean Sea». According to the statement, the U.S. Coast Guard is escorting the Sophia to the United States «for final disposition». Framing the action as part of a broader regional campaign, Southern Command said the interdiction was carried out under «Operation Southern Spear» and reaffirmed that it was «unwavering in its mission to crush illicit activity in the Western Hemisphere» and would «defend our Homeland and restore security and strength across the Americas».
U.S. European Command detailed the seizure of the M/V Bella 1 in a statement posted on X, confirming that the vessel is the same tanker now claimed by Russia and outlining a pursuit that unfolded over several weeks. «The @TheJusticeDept & @DHSgov, in coordination with the @DeptofWar, today announced the seizure of the M/V Bella 1 for violations of U.S. sanctions», the command said, adding that «the vessel was seized in the North Atlantic pursuant to a warrant issued by a U.S. federal court after being tracked by USCGC Munro». According to CNN, the tanker had previously evaded an earlier U.S. interception attempt, continuing its voyage north and drawing heightened scrutiny as it moved through strategically sensitive waters. Following the seizure, Russian officials asserted that the Bella 1 was a Russian vessel, a claim that Washington has rejected, framing the case as a sanctions enforcement action backed by a federal court order rather than a dispute over sovereignty, and marking a further escalation in tensions surrounding U.S. efforts to police illicit oil shipments.
In the days following the military operation that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump used his Truth Social account to announce a major shift in U.S.–Venezuela energy relations, writing «I am pleased to announce that the Interim Authorities in Venezuela will be turning over between 30 and 50 MILLION Barrels of High Quality, Sanctioned Oil, to the United States of America». He added that «This Oil will be sold at its Market Price, and that money will be controlled by me, as President of the United States of America, to ensure it is used to benefit the people of Venezuela and the United States!», and said he had asked Energy Secretary Chris Wright to execute the plan immediately. Trump specified that the oil would be transported by storage ships and delivered directly to unloading docks in the United States, framing the move as part of Washington’s broader effort to assert control over Venezuelan oil flows in the aftermath of the intervention.
Trump has publicly insisted that U.S. firms would lead the effort to restore Venezuela’s oil industry, declaring «We’re going to have our very large United States oil companies, the biggest anywhere in the world, go in, spend billions of dollars, fix the badly broken infrastructure — the oil infrastructure — and start making money for the country». Yet executives and industry figures have shown little of the enthusiasm expressed by the president.
As European leaders gathered in Paris for talks with a U.S. envoy on the Ukraine peace process, the focus of the meeting shifted sharply to Donald Trump’s renewed threats against a NATO ally and his rhetoric surrounding a potential U.S. takeover of Greenland.
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Maduro’s Nike outfit goes viral
The arrest of Nicolás Maduro, a central and highly controversial figure in Latin American politics, quickly made the rounds. But beyond the political event itself, an unexpected detail caught the public’s attention: the outfit the man was wearing at the time of his capture.
An image that made the Internet explode
On January 3, 2026, it was US President Donald Trump himself who rekindled the media flame by sharing a photo of Maduro shortly after his arrest. The image, published without caption, immediately provoked millions of reactions.
In the photo, Maduro appears in a surprisingly banal outfit: a gray Nike Tech suit, a far cry from the official suits and political pageantry with which he was associated. This contrast between the dramatic context of the arrest and the streetwear look was enough to trigger a veritable viral phenomenon.
The Nike outfit in question
The ensemble worn is composed of two pieces well known to urban fashion fans:
Who is Nicolás Maduro?
Nicolás Maduro is the former president of Venezuela, successor to Hugo Chávez and leader in power for over a decade. His regime was marked by serious accusations of corruption, human rights violations and a major economic crisis that plunged the country into deep instability. A polarizing figure on the international scene, he had been the subject of diplomatic mandates and pressure for several years.
When politics meets fashion
In the hours following Trump’s post, searches for this Nike outfit exploded. On social networks, Internet users multiplied ironic comments, memes, and analyses, some going so far as to point out that the outfit seemed almost « too normal » for a historic moment of this magnitude.
In just a few clicks, a simple jogging suit found itself at the heart of a global conversation mixing politics, popular culture, and consumerism.
Canada’s former deputy prime minister and longtime Liberal MP Chrystia Freeland, has said she will leave parliament in the coming weeks to accept a job as economic development adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. According to Canadian PM Mark Carey, the role is a natural step forward for Freeland, who stepped down as Carney’s minister of transport and internal trade to take on the new role as Canada’s special envoy to Ukraine. Shortly after, Freeland announced that she would not be running in the next election. Freeland thanked Canadians in a post on Twitter, stating, “I want to thank my constituents for their years of confidence in me. I am so grateful to have been your representative.”
It looks like 2026 will be a year of change for Freeland, after her bid for Liberal leadership failed in 2025. Longtime Liberal Freeland managed just 8% of the votes after Justin Trudeau stepped down as Prime Minister on January 6, 2025. Chrystia Freeland had high hopes for the Liberal leadership election, being the most familiar face on the ballot, but was blown out of the water by Mark Carney, who dominated the election, winning 86% of available votes. Freeland was apparently unhappy with her appointment in Carney’s government, and subsequently stepped down from her role as minister of transport and internal trade to become Canada’s special envoy to Ukraine.
According to anonymous sources reporting to CBC and CTV, Freeland was offered the role by Zelenskyy on December 22, and informed PM Carney of her resignation on December 24. The role will reportedly be part-time and unpaid, with Zelenskyy appointing Freeland to organize an international advisory council on Ukraine’s reconstruction. In a post to X, Carney thanked Freeland for her work and described her as “uniquely qualified for this important new role,” and thanked her for her service in parliament.
Why Ukraine?
The role switch marks a significant career change for Freeland, who remains one of the most recognizable faces in the Liberal Party; but recognition hasn’t led to political success for Freeland, who has seemingly hit a ceiling within the caucus. Over the last three years, Freeland has continuously failed to secure the confidence of party members or constituents. Over the last four years, Freeland has drawn the ire of Conservative social media influencers, largely due to her relationship with ex-PM Justin Trudeau, who faced catastrophic approval numbers before being forced into resignation by the Liberal caucus. n 2024, a Leger poll found that just 20% of Liberal voters would be happy with Chrystia Freeland as Prime Minister, bringing her future in Parliament into question.
Freeland attempted to distance herself from Trudeau when polls showed his approval ratings nosediving, resigning from her role as Deputy Prime Minister with a highly critical letter. Unfortunately for Freeland, Canadians saw the resignation as a desperate effort to save her political career, not a stand against longtime ally Trudeau. With Freeland facing a horde of critical constituents, turning to Ukraine makes sense, especially since Freeland is of Ukrainian descent and lived in both Ukraine and Russia during her two decades as a journalist. Now, Freeland will be working directly under Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy – albeit in an unpaid position – and will be returning to her Ukrainian roots.
Throughout her decade in cabinet, Freeland served as minister of international trade, foreign affairs, intergovernmental affairs, finance, transport, internal trade, and deputy prime minister. Chrystia Freeland was first elected in 2013 and previously worked as a journalist for The Financial Times, The Globe and Mail, and Reuters.