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Good Morning! It's Friday, January 16, 2026, and in today’s edition of Rise & Recap, we look at:

• Trump threatens Insurrection Act use in Minneapolis. 

• The sleep mistake that’s happening right next to you. 

• Why is this our favorite small talk topic?

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US News

Trump Threatens Insurrection Act Use Amid Minneapolis Immigration Protests

President Donald Trump said he may invoke the 1807 Insurrection Act to deploy troops amid protests in Minneapolis against a federal immigration crackdown. Demonstrations intensified after an immigration officer shot a man in the leg during an arrest, and following the earlier fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent. 

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Trump has constitutional authority to use the act. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz urged de-escalation, while Attorney General Keith Ellison said he would challenge any action in court. The Department of Homeland Security says more than 2,500 arrests have been made since late November.

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World

US, Iran Clash at UN as Protest Death Toll Rises

US and Iranian officials confronted each other at an emergency UN Security Council meeting requested by the United States amid nationwide protests in Iran. US Ambassador Mike Waltz said President Donald Trump had made clear that “all options are on the table” to stop the crackdown, which activists say has killed at least 2,677 people. 

Deputy Iranian Ambassador Hossein Darzi accused the US of steering unrest toward violence. Iranian dissidents Masih Alinejad and Ahmad Batebi testified about attacks and abuse they said were carried out by Iranian authorities. Trump signaled possible de-escalation as protests appeared to slow under heavy security.

Health

Cancer Survival Hits Record High, Even Deadliest Types See Gains

According to the American Cancer Society’s annual report released on January 13, cancer survival is increasing despite rising diagnoses. The report found seven in 10 cancer patients now survive at least five years, up from about half in the 1970s. Five-year survival for metastatic cancer has doubled since the 1990s. 

ACS Chief Patient Officer Arif Kamal said major gains have occurred in liver, lung, melanoma, breast, and ovarian cancers, with breast cancer mortality down 42% since the 1990s. The US now has about 18 million cancer survivors, with that number expected to grow by up to 500,000 annually.

In the know

DON’T MISS

🤨 Trump finally gets a Nobel Peace Prize, well, kind of. 

😬 How punctuation panic turned emails into emotional minefields of exclamations and “haha”.

🛏️ Why a cluttered nightstand keeps your brain awake longer than you think.

⚖️ Federal prosecutors charged 20 people, including college players, in an alleged basketball game-fixing scandal.

☁️ Why talking about the weather is our favorite small talking topic.

⚓ Pentagon redirects carrier strike group toward Middle East as U.S.–Iran tensions rise.

🚀 NASA conducts its first medical evacuation,bringing four astronauts back early from the space station.

Health & Wellness

FOR YOUR WELLBEING

📱 FDA quietly removes cellphone safety webpages as RFK Jr.’s Health Department launched a new study on radiation risks.

🧬 Scientists identify a single protein that may determine whether aging brains heal or slowly poison themselves. We’ve never even heard of it!

🧘‍♂️ TikTok’s “do-nothing challenge” promises calm, but sitting still exposes how deeply modern brains crave constant stimulation.

💪 Vibration plates are everywhere, promising stronger muscles and better balance, yet experts caution they’re more of a workout booster.

Fashion & Beauty

BEYOND THE MIRROR

🧥 From funnel necks to balloon sleeves, winter 2026 outerwear embraces bold structure, rich texture, and expressive silhouettes.

🧴 recommend these gentle cleansers for sensitive skin to remove dirt, oil, and sunscreen without disrupting the skin’s barrier.

💅 This winter’s sheer stockings nail trend copies your favorite tights, pairing translucent polish with subtle designs for an elevated, fashion-forward mani.

👟 Rugged, trail-inspired footwear meets chocolate-brown leggings, creating a city-ready outfit that’s effortlessly cool and unexpectedly chic.

Hollywood

THE FAME FRAME

💋 Influencer Desmond Scott seen kissing a girl days after Kristy Scott’s divorce filing.

⚠️ Reese Witherspoon warns fans about scammers impersonating her online, urging caution.

🎭 Pamela Anderson says sitting near Seth Rogen at Golden Globes felt “yucky”.

🕺 Harry Styles reveals new disco-leaning album Kiss All the Time coming soon.

Interactive

WEIGH IN

Modern life makes comfort effortless but movement optional. Hours of sitting, scrolling, and driving quietly reshape posture, tighten hips, and stiffen spines, raising concerns about long-term mobility and aging well. Some experts argue that short, daily stretching routines can counteract this damage, improving posture, calming the nervous system, and supporting longevity. Others question whether a few minutes of stretching is enough to offset deeply ingrained sedentary habits, or if broader lifestyle changes are necessary to truly protect the body over time.

“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
— Albert Einstein