The NewsWorthy Deadly ICE Shooting, 3-Step Venezuela Plan & ChatGPT Health Tab - Thursday, January 8, 2026
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Jan 8, 2026 A Minneapolis shooting by an ICE agent raises national protests and triggers an FBI investigation. The Trump administration announces a new strategy for Venezuelan oil, sparking political reactions. Dietary guidelines shift to recommend more fat and protein-rich foods, stirring expert debate. OpenAI introduces a health tab for ChatGPT addressing medical data privacy. The latest CES tech showcases smart ovens and innovative bitcoin water heaters. Plus, a new Girl Scout cookie flavor debuts while research highlights late bloomers excelling in various fields.
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Community Outcry After ICE Shooting
- Minneapolis residents protested and held a vigil after Renee Nicole Good was shot during an ICE operation.
- Witnesses and officials disagreed about whether the agent fired in self-defense or as she drove away.
U.S. Seizes Tankers, Lays Out 3-Step Venezuela Plan
- The U.S. has seized multiple tankers tied to Venezuelan oil amid efforts to control sanctioned shipments.
- The administration proposes a three-step plan: stability, recovery, and transition for Venezuela's oil sector.
U.S. Withdraws From Many Global Bodies
- The Trump administration left 66 international organizations, targeting UN-affiliated bodies on climate, labor, and more.
- Officials framed the exits as correcting operations "contrary to the U.S. national interests."