The Associated Press

The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate a quarter point. This is the 11th rate raise in 17 months in a streak of hikes that are intended to curb inflation but that also carry the risk of going too far and triggering a recession. [ 网页链接 ↗ ]

At CES 2026, South Korean electronics maker LG’s new AI-powered robot home assistant is stealing the show… for doing the laundry. [ 网页链接 ↗ ]

Sydney's famous New Year's Eve fireworks dazzle again as Australia welcomes in 2026 [ 网页链接 ↗ ]

King tides are driving dramatic surges along the San Francisco Bay Area shoreline, with waves flooding streets in Pacifica, Calif. Officials warn pedestrians to avoid the waterfront as hazards persist. [ 网页链接 ↗ ]