Sec. Rubio testifies before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for the first time - since the U.S. operation in Venezuela, and provides a behind the scenes perspective on one of the biggest stories of 2026.

00:00 Introduction: Are We at War in Venezuela?

00:09 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Hearing Highlights

00:47 The Importance of the Hearing and Secretary Rubio's Role

02:25 US Operations in Venezuela: Goals and Challenges

03:22 Secretary Rubio's Explanation and Gangster's Paradise

04:07 Economic Mechanism and US-Venezuela Relations

06:43 Senator Murphy's Questions on Defining Success

07:29 CIA Director's Meeting in Caracas and Embassy Plans

10:59 Congressional Concerns: War Powers and Consultation

18:06 Senator Duckworth's Perspective on Military Options

21:17 Conclusion: What Does Winning Look Like?

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Jenna provides a comprehensive overview of the news events over the last 48 hours. This report covers the shooting of 37 year-old Alex Pretti, eyewitness accounts, federal and local government on-the-record comments, and public perception. Jenna discusses the importance of nonpartisan journalism in today's media environment.

00:00 The biggest story in the nation.

00:37 Details of the Minneapolis Shooting

03:08 Government and Law Enforcement Response

06:32 Eyewitness Accounts and Media Coverage

17:25 Legal and Political Repercussions

25:45 Statements from Officials and Family

34:37 Outrage Over

35:02 Debate on Gun Possession and Law Enforcement

36:30 Political Reactions and Investigations

37:31 Media's Role in Reporting

41:36 Federal vs. State Law Conflicts

46:25 SmartHER News' Mission and challenges when confronting critique about being on "the right side of history" and picking a side.

52:10 The Importance of Nonpartisan Journalism

01:00:33 Concluding Thoughts and Viewer Engagement

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Cheat sheet on the President's remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland - from secret weapons to the American housing market.

00:15 President Trump's Speech at Davos

02:12 Secret Weapon in Venezuela

05:08 Greenland: Strategic Importance

08:41 US Military and Greenland "Acquisition"

14:39 A potentially impactful announcement on the U.S. Real Estate Market

21:51 SmartHER Travel to Greenland?

We mark one year of the Trump administration while we take stakes of the most significant solar radiation storms in more than 20 years! All the news you need to know - from the U.S. border to Minneapolis, Congress to Greenland.

00:00 Introduction and Reflection on January 20th

00:37 Understanding Geomagnetic Storms

02:21 Reflecting on a Year of News

05:52 The Ready First Combat Team Reunion - A special personal story.

13:33 What's Congress up to?

16:50 Border Encounters and Immigration Policies

19:54 Davos and the World Economic Forum

22:06 Minneapolis and ICE Operations

30:55 Questions About ICE and Law Enforcement Practices

32:27 Understanding Probable Cause and Detention: Who can get arrested or detained by ICE?

35:26 Debating ICE Statistics and Public Perception

41:07 What to note about the Insurrection Act?

46:56 Trump Administration's Greenland Ambitions

57:46 Unexpected Stories from the Trump Administration

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Space journalist Kristen Fisher from The Endless Void shares invaluable insights into the first ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station, taking place Wednesday evening. Kristin also shares unique perspective as the daughter of two NASA astronauts (her mother made history as the first mom in space!).

00:00 Historic Space Event

00:54 Introducing Space Journalist Kristen Fisher, founder "The Endless Void Studios" and YouTube channel.

02:44 Breaking Down the Medical Evacuation

05:55 NASA's Press Conference and Speculations

09:18 Astronaut Health and Spacewalk Preparations

22:50 The Risks of Space Travel and Reentry

35:15 Astronauts' Return to Earth

36:48 Family and Career Reflections

39:26 Life in Space and UFOs

43:58 Artemis Mission and Lunar Exploration

53:48 Personal Reflections on Journalism

01:06:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Projects

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The SCOOP on what you need to know:

A potential 'jobs recession,' the largest nursing strike in New York City history, and an unprecedented criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve ~ and the latest on a controversial investigation into the ICE shooting in Minneapolis.

The intensifying protests in Iran, significant U.S. actions in Venezuela, and the potential geopolitical implications of Greenland.

Plus ~ the first EVER emergency medical evacuation from the International Space Station.

00:00 News & Facts

02:45 The jobs data: the toughest job market in non-recession years since 2003.

07:08 Historic Nursing Strike in New York City

09:34 Federal Reserve Under Investigation

15:24 Minneapolis Shooting and Federal Law Enforcement

29:23 Wall Street Journal's Perspective on the ICE Shooting (BTW - Here's the link to the editorial).

31:45 The Complexity of Legal and Ethical Issues

35:59 A historic drop in Iran's currency coincides with protests.

44:09 Did you know about Venezuela's connection to ... Venice?

47:44 The world's largest island: Greenland.

49:50 A historic medical evacuation from the International Space Station

52:11 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mindy Pelz

02:33 The Inspiration Behind 'Age Like a Girl'

03:30 Understanding Women's Brain Rewiring

05:26 The Role of Leadership in Menopause

10:32 Dr. Pelz's Journey into Women's Health

18:34 Hormone Replacement Therapy Discussion

23:02 Lifestyle Changes for Better Health

28:05 Understanding Dopamine and Novelty

28:39 The Role of Serotonin and Simple Solutions

29:43 Redefining Exercise for Mental Health

32:28 Oxytocin and Emotional Connections

38:33 Navigating Hormonal Changes and Self-Trust

43:53 The Power of Storytelling for Mental Health

47:34 Personal Resilience Amidst Wildfires

52:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:58 The Seizing of Ghost Ships

01:38 Unpacking the Significance

03:23 Russia's Involvement and Reactions

06:26 Venezuela's International Relations

08:30 Margarita Island and Criminal Activities

10:18 The Importance of Reporting

13:27 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

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