The U.S. Defense Department said late Thursday that “decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel” was ordered by President Trump. Source
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1/2/20: Red and Blue
Senate still at impasse over impeachment trial; FDA issues ban on most flavored vaping products. Source
Kim Jong Un warns of “new strategic weapon” and ends self-imposed suspension of nuclear tests
Tensions are escalating between the U.S. and North Korea after Kim Jong Un announced that the world will be seeing a “new strategic weapon,” and warned the North will no longer be bound by a self-imposed moratorium on nuclear weapon tests. Gordon Chang joined CBSN with more on what he considers to be North Korea’s “grave mistake.” Source
Judge says baby can be removed from life support
Tinslee Lewis’ mother disagrees with the decision by doctors, who say the infant is in pain and that her condition will never improve. Source
Tensions rising in the Middle East after embassy attack
After an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said the “game has changed.” He warns if there are new attacks, the U.S. military will be ready. David Martin reports. Source
The first meteor shower of the year peaks this weekend
The first meteor shower of 2020 is here to welcome the new year. Source
Australian wildfires may have killed half a billion animals and plants
Ecologists estimate nearly 8,000 koalas have died since the fires began. Source
Restaurant employee says she was told to leave because of hijab
In a video she posted on Twitter on Tuesday, a manager told the woman the hijab did not follow the company dress code. Source
“Captain America” actress charged with killing her mom
Mollie Fitzgerald is accused in the death of 68-year-old Patricia “Tee” Fitzgerald, who authorities say was found dead on Dec. 20 inside her home. Source
98-year-old swimmer refuses to slow down
At an age when most people are taking it easy, one athlete in California just keeps going. She’s racking up up records along the way. Jamie Yuccas explains. Source