Reuters
BOJ raises interest rates to highest in 17 years
TOKYO (Reuters) -The Bank of Japan raised interest rates on Friday to their highest since the 2008 global financial crisis, underscoring its confidence that rising wages will keep inflation stably around its 2% target. The decision marks its first rate hike since July last year and comes days after the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump, who is likely to keep policymakers vigilant ahead of potential repercussions from threatened higher tariffs. At the two-day meeting concluding on Friday, the BOJ raised its short-term policy rate from 0.25% to 0.5% - a level Japan has not seen in 17 years.
Associated Press
Vejmelka makes 26 saves, Hayton scores twice in Utah's 4-0 victory over the Wild
Karel Vejmelka made 26 saves for his first shutout of the season, Barrett Hayton scored twice and Utah beat the Minnesota Wild 4-0 on Thursday night for its third straight victory. Clayton Keller and Lawson Crouse also scored, and defenseman Nick DiSimone assisted on both of Hayton's goals. Filip Gustavsson made 25 saves for Minnesota.
Reuters
Yen choppy after BOJ hikes rates; yuan, Antipodean peers rise on Trump comments
SINGAPORE (Reuters) -The yen was choppy after the Bank of Japan (BOJ) delivered a widely anticipated rate hike on Friday, while the Australian and New Zealand dollars surged on comments from U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting a softer stance on tariffs against China. The BOJ raised rates by 25 basis points at the conclusion of its two-day policy meeting, in a move that had been well telegraphed by policymakers prior to the outcome. Focus now turns to BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda's post-meeting briefing later in the day for clues on the pace and timing of further increases.
USA TODAY Sports
LeBron James update: Is Los Angeles Lakers star ready to retire from the NBA?
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James turned 40-years-old before the start of the new year but remains productive in his 21st season in the NBA.
Storyful
Crews Battle Fast-Growing Wildfire Near US-Mexico Border
A blaze dubbed the Border 2 Fire burned along Otay Mountain in California, near the US-Mexico border, on Thursday, January 23.Footage from Cal Fire/San Diego County Fire shows aerial and ground crews battling the flames.According to local authorities, the wildfire originated near the Otay Mountain Truck Trail.By Thursday evening, it had burned 350 acres (141 hectares) and remained zero percent contained, Cal Fire reported.The Chula Vista Fire Department said the fire did not pose any threat to the nearby city of Chula Vista at this time. Credit: Cal Fire/San Diego County Fire via Storyful
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Beloved Triad restaurant and staple of downtown Winston-Salem closing its doors after 22 years
Beloved Triad restaurant and staple of downtown Winston-Salem closing its doors after 22 years
People
Pete Hegseth, Trump's Pick for Defense Secretary, Paid $50K to Quiet Sexual Assault Accuser: Report
Hegseth reportedly committed the sexual assault at a Monterey, Calif. hotel in October 2017
The Canadian Press
Austin Peay defeats Central Arkansas 73-71
CONWAY, Ark. (AP) — Isaac Haney had 18 points in Austin Peay's 73-71 win against Central Arkansas on Thursday night.
Uncrowned
Naoya Inoue vs. Ye Joon Kim live results, round-by-round updates, ring walks, start time for undisputed title fight
Follow along for round-by-round updates as Naoya Inoue puts his undisputed crown on the line against Ye Joon Kim.
BBC
Captain Cook statue vandalised ahead of Australia Day
The statue in Sydney has been splashed with red paint and had its nose and hand removed.
The Canadian Press
Porter's 28 lead Middle Tennessee over Sam Houston 77-75
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — Jestin Porter's 28 points helped Middle Tennessee defeat Sam Houston 77-75 on Thursday night.
KGTV - San Diego Scripps
DACA medical resident uncertain of his future after Trump's executive orders
Ali-Ruza Torabi traveled to Washington D.C. this week for the second inauguration of President Donald Trump, looking to have meaningful conversations with Trump supporters who want him deported.
The Canadian Press
Tennis Australia warns against competing in Russia after Kokkinakis reportedly played there
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Tennis Australia says it has advised its players against competing in Russia following reports that Davis Cup team member Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in an exhibition event in St. Petersburg nearly two months ago.
The Canadian Press
Left-hander A.J. Minter and Mets finalize $22 million, 2-year contract
NEW YORK (AP) — Left-hander A.J. Minter and the New York Mets finalized a $22 million, two-year contract on Thursday.
USA TODAY
Pete Hegseth moves a step closer to being Trump's Defense secretary, despite allegations
Pete Hegseth is closer to Senate confirmation as Trump's Defense secretary despite controversy and allegations of serious impropriety.
The Canadian Press
Withers scores 27, Bryant knocks off New Hampshire 95-76
DURHAM, N.H. (AP) — Connor Withers had 27 points in Bryant's 95-76 win against New Hampshire on Thursday night.
The Canadian Press
Johnson scores 15 as Fairfield downs Manhattan 87-84 in OT
RIVERDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Prophet Johnson scored 15 points as Fairfield beat Manhattan 87-84 in overtime on Thursday night.
The Canadian Press
Progress is made on a huge fire north of Los Angeles while new fires erupt in Southern California
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Evacuation orders were lifted Thursday for tens of thousands as firefighters with air support slowed the spread of a huge wildfire churning through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles, but new blazes erupted in San Diego County, briefly triggering more evacuations.
The Canadian Press
Northeastern wins 70-61 against Drexel
BOSTON (AP) — Rashad King had 19 points in Northeastern's 70-61 victory over Drexel on Thursday night.
People
Ind. Man Allegedly Confesses to Shooting Pregnant Estranged Wife in the Back, Was Upset Child Isn't His
Kayla Netherland McBride was "pregnant with her miracle baby, after several failed pregnancies," according to her family

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