Motive behind Monterey Park shooting remains unknown

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3 years ago

January 24, 2023

Police identify four victims killed in the Monterey Park shooting

Four of the 11 people killed by a gunman as they took a ballroom dance class in Monterey Park, California have been identified.

The victims were men and women aged in their 50s, 60s and 70s.

With the death toll now rising again, this attack becomes one of the deadliest mass shootings in California’s recent history.

Huu Can Tran is the only suspect in the attack which targeted the predominantly Asian American city as people celebrated the Lunar New Year.

The 72-year-old died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after armed officers surrounded his vehicle.

Police say the attacker’s motive remains unknown.

Meanwhile, speaking to ABC News this hero describes how he jumped into action to disarm the shooter.

Iran protests and the global fight for freedom

Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.

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16 hours ago

January 15, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.

Amid escalating protests in Iran, citizens are risking everything to demand women’s rights and basic freedoms. The world watches as these demonstrations grow, with many hoping for meaningful change in the face of a brutal regime.

We speak with Rabbi Abraham Cooper from the Simon Wiesenthal Center about the advocacy work supporting Iranian voices and the historical context of defending human rights. He explains the vital role of international solidarity and how governments and communities can respond.

From the human cost on the ground to the influence of the Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles, this interview sheds light on the stakes, the movement, and why public attention is critical.

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Greenland and Denmark signal security divide with the United States

Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.

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16 hours ago

January 15, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.

Greenland and Denmark have used high-level talks in Washington, D.C. to firmly restate that the Arctic island is not for sale, pushing back against long-standing US interest in the strategically vital territory.

Foreign ministers from both Greenland and Denmark acknowledged that major disagreements remain following discussions with US officials, despite what they described as constructive engagement on shared priorities.

Greenland’s government made clear it is open to closer cooperation with Washington, but only on its own terms, rejecting any suggestion of ownership or control.

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U.S. moves personnel from Qatar base amid Iran tensions

US military relocates personnel from Qatar amid rising Iran tensions; Trump considers military action as regional stability wanes.

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16 hours ago

January 15, 2026

Harvey Vargas

US military relocates personnel from Qatar amid rising Iran tensions; Trump considers military action as regional stability wanes.

The US military is moving personnel from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as tensions rise between Washington and Tehran, signalling heightened concern over regional stability.

President Trump has indicated he may consider military action against Iran, while the Pentagon says it remains ready to defend US forces using alternative options despite limited naval assets in the region.

The developments come amid growing uncertainty in the Middle East, with officials closely monitoring the risk of further escalation.

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