According to the CDC, flu activity is now high in 34 states. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on how the staff at the Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis are starting their fight against flu at the front door, to create a ring of protection around vulnerable kids. Source
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Washington reacts to Soleimani airstrike
As President Trump explained his decision to order an airstrike against an Iranian general, some Democratic lawmakers complained the White House should have consulted Congress about the far-reaching decision. Paula Reid reports on the reactions in Washington and on the presidential campaign trail. Source
The day Bill Belichick shaped the destinies of New York and New England
Twenty years ago, football fans were stunned when New York Jets defensive coordinator Bill Belichick turned down a head coach offer, and was traded to the New England Patriots, where he went on to lead the Pats to a record six Super Bowl championships. Dana Jacobson looks back on the day that shaped the football destinies of two division rivals. Source
The rise of rye whiskey, America’s historic spirit
For many, American whiskey means bourbon, a spirit distilled from corn. But a growing number of connoisseurs are turning back the clock to a spicier drink that traces its roots to the earliest days of our nation Source
Australian prime minister calls up reservists as fire threat escalates
“We are facing another extremely difficult next 24 hours,” he said. Source
U.S. long watched Soleimani but feared the fallout of a strike
“Previous presidents have had the opportunity to take measures like what we saw last night but have held back,” said an assistant secretary of defense during the Obama administration Source
Thousands in Baghdad mourn Iranian general killed in U.S. airstrike
President Trump says the action was taken “to stop a war.” Source
GameDay Mailbag: Jim Wyatt Answers Questions From Titans Fans on Day of Playoff Game
The Titans face the New England Patriots on Saturday night in Foxborough, Mass. Titans Online’s Jim Wyatt tackles questions leading up to tonight’s game. Source
Who was Qassem Soleimani, the general killed in a U.S. strike?
Iran vows “crushing revenge” and Iraq is furious after Trump orders “decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel.” Source
Using FAFSA doesn’t mean you’ll be drafted. Here’s why.
After a U.S. airstrike killed Qassem Soleimani, young people took to the internet with their fears of getting drafted — but there’s no need to panic. Source