News Above the Noise—Week of January 11, 2026
1. From ICE to Foreign Quagmires: Escalation Everywhere
New York Times Opinion journalists discuss the turbulent start to Trump’s 2026, from Greenland to Minnesota and Venezuela. A roundtable led by journalists Michelle Cottle, David French, and Carlos Lozada, who write about politics, law, armed conflict, and more for the section. Learn more.
2. The Shooting of Renee Nicole Good
An ICE officer shot Renee Nicole Good after officers claimed she attempted to run them over. While the Department of Homeland Security labeled the incident "domestic terrorism," video footage appears to contradict the official account. Learn more.
3. Can a Mammogram Help Detect Heart Disease?
A 67-year-old woman’s mammogram revealed breast arterial calcification (BAC), which led to quintuple bypass surgery and saved her life. BAC has been especially predictive of heart disease, as calcification in breast arteries indicates similar calcification may be present in vessels elsewhere. Learn more.
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