New Zealand leader defends the removal of Maori phrases from an official invitation By Charlotte Graham-McLay - Associated Press Shares
The Lunar New Year of the Dragon flames colorful festivities across Asian nations and communities Associated Press Shares
In crisis, we turn to God. But what if we put Him first? By Kori Pennypacker – Special to Higher Ground Shares
4 Bible verses to help remove distractions, build community and serve others By Dr. Jennifer Londgren – Special to Higher Ground Shares
Some schools reopen, garbage collection resumes in Japan’s areas hardest-hit by New Year’s quake By Mari Yamaguchi - Associated Press Shares
Thousands forced from homes by a deadly Japan earthquake on New Year’s face stress and exhaustion By Hiro Komae and Ayaka McGill and Yuri Kageyama - Associated Press Shares
Denmark’s Queen Margrethe makes one last public appearance before stepping down in a rare abdication By Jan M. Olsen - Associated Press Shares
Xi advocates world communism in speech marking Mao’s birth By Bill Gertz - The Washington Times Shares
Deadly earthquake, aircraft collision amid recovery efforts mark fraught start to New Year in Japan By Andrew Salmon - The Washington Times Shares
Train derails and catches fire near San Francisco, causing minor injuries and service disruptions Associated Press Shares
135th Rose Parade boasts floral floats, sunny skies as California tradition kicks off the new year Associated Press Shares
Putin lauds Russian unity in his New Year’s address as Ukraine war overshadows celebration Associated Press Shares
Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz uses his New Year’s speech to convey confidence Associated Press Shares
Casino smoking and boosting in-person gambling are among challenges for Atlantic City in 2024 By Wayne Parry - Associated Press Shares
