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By Adam Cancryn, Kevin Liptak, CNN Davos, Switzerland (CNN) — An urgent diplomatic intervention is awaiting President Donald Trump in Davos after days spent hurling threats at US allies over Greenland. Top European officials are planning to use this week’s annual summit of global elites as their staging ground for averting a fast-blooming crisis that

By Fredreka Schouten, CNN (CNN) — A commission convened by Maryland’s Democratic Gov. Wes Moore recommended a new congressional map Tuesday that targets the state’s lone Republican in the US House. The proposal, which needs state legislative approval, still faces headwinds in Maryland’s Democratic-controlled state Senate, however. The commission-backed map takes aim at eight-term Republican

A sea of florals, fizz, and fierce spirit took over the Royal Sonesta as guests gathered for The Women’s Fund’s 15th Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon. This year’s theme, “Bloom Beyond Limits,” turned the afternoon into a vibrant celebration while empowering adolescent girls and women to lead happier lives.

The Cubs Convention is over, the Bears’ fine season is, too, and only the Blackhawks remain standing in the playoff hunt. But there is hope for the 2026 Cubs squad, after a couple of major and quite a few minor signings, with only a couple of roster decisions to make unless something special happens. Marquee Sports Network has a ton of clips from CubsCon. Those of us who are not in the Chicago area had to follow by proxy. The Pitch Lab is going to have plenty of experimental subjects. *means autoplay on, (directions to remove for Firefox and Chrome). {$} means paywall. {$} means limited views. Italics are often used on this page as sarcasm font. The powers that be have enabled real sarcasm font in the comments. The @Cubs snagged another Pro Day arm! 💪⁠⁠Congrats to Trent Thornton on signing with Chicago! Thornton threw 42.1 MLB innings in 2025 before tearing his Achilles last July. ⁠⁠The Super Supinator is ahead of schedule with this rehab and ready to contribute. 📈⁠Coach:… pic.twitter.com/cROlnvw5YG— Tread Athletics (@TreadHQ) January 19, 2026 Yacksel Ríos, a 32-year-old right-hander pitcher, signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs. Ríos appeared in the Big Leagues between 2017 and 2023 with Phillies, Pirates, Mariners, Red Sox and Athletics. Represented by The MAS+ Agency.— Francys Romero (@francysromeroFR) January 17, 2026 Will Leitch (MLB.com*): 10 years after historic title, are Cubs ready to be back on top? “Even with Tucker gone, this team has leveled up this offseason.“ Maddie Lee (Chicago Sun-Times* {$}): World Series reunion at Cubs Convention celebrates 2016, ignites ‘itch’ for 2026. “Saturday’s Cubs Convention schedule was headlined by a panel of retired players from the 2016 World Series team.” Jordan Bastian (MLB.com*): Newfound pitching depth has Cubs hurlers hyped for ’26. “All these guys just make me feel bad about myself with their velocity and stuff,” Taillon said. Mike McGraw (Daily Herald* {$}): Lester likes Cubs’ chances to take another step in 2026. “At the end of the day, it’s kind of like defense in football — starters win you championships,” Lester said. Chandler Rome and Ken Rosenthal (The Athletic {$}): Ryan Pressly to retire after 13 seasons as reliever for Twins, Astros and Cubs. “It’s bittersweet, but what a ride it’s been.” Sahadev Sharma (The Athletic {$}): Without a spot in Cubs’ infield, what happens to Matt Shaw? “I played outfield growing up a lot. I look forward to running around out there,” Shaw said. Food For Thought: Please be reminded that Cub Tracks and Bleed Cubbie Blue do not necessarily endorse the content of articles, podcasts, or videos that are linked to in this series. We will not wittingly publish A. I. – driven articles or clickbait, and insist on unimpeachable sources.