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2025 News Recap: Look Back at the Stories that Defined the Year

It has been nearly a year since Donald Trump was sworn-in for a second term as president of the United States. Immigration, inflation and America’s role in foreign wars are among the ongoing top stories that have consumed the administration and defined the year. Sunday TODAY’s Willie Geist shares an annual review of the biggest news stories of 2025.

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Relentless Rain and Heavy Snow Impacts End of Travel Rush

40 People Killed After Fire Sweeps Through Swiss Ski Resort Bar

Venezuelans in the US React to Capture of Maduro and His Wife

Champagne Sparklers Likely Started Swiss Bar Fire, Officials Say

Maduro and His Wife Indicted Following Capture in Venezuela

What's Next After the US Strikes Venezuela and Captures Maduro?

Will Venezuela Retaliate After US Launches Strikes?

What to Know About the Targets After the US Strikes Venezuela

Trump Confirms US Strikes on Venezuela, Maduro Captured

Sprinkles Cupcakes To Shut Down

Jack Hughes on the Return of NHL Players to the Olympics

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BTS Announces Return With First Album in Nearly Four Years

3rd Hour of TODAY Gives Warm Send off to Sheinelle Jones

Trump Postpones Tariff Hikes on Furniture and Kitchen Cabinets

Tips to Care for Your Clothes: Washing, Treating Stains, More

How Japan is Fighting Back Against a Surge of Bear Attacks

Here’s How to Keep to Your New Year’s Resolutions in 2026

Pink, Dolly Parton, Elmo Share New Year’s Messages for 2026

‘Stranger Things’ Finale Crashes Netflix; Creators Tease Spin-off

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See the Olympic Rosters for Men's, Women's, Sled Hockey Teams

Harlan Coben on Making His Novel 'Run Away' Into Netflix Series

Communities Across the US Kick off 250th Birthday Celebrations

See Will Ferrell Dressed as an NHL Referee at LA Kings Game

Trump Postpones Tariff Hikes on Furniture and Kitchen Cabinets

How Severe Weather Is Impacting Travel Rush Across the US

Zohran Mamdani Is Officially Sworn in as Mayor of New York City

Trump Says US Will Intervene if Iran Kills Peaceful Protesters

Trump Defends His Health After Viral Images of His Bruised Hand

40 People Killed After Fire Sweeps Through Swiss Ski Resort Bar

Hugh Jackman Teaches Australian Accent

See Jenna Bush Hager’s Favorite Morning Boosts from 2025

How AI Transformed Politics, Business, Everyday Life in 2025

2026 Entertainment Preview: What to Check out in the New Year

Travel Changes in 2026: Airport Security, Free In-Flight Wi-Fi, More

Key Space Exploration Milestones to Look Out for in 2026

Medical Advances in 2026: GLP-1, Breast Cancer Research, More

A Look Ahead at the Economy Heading Into 2026: What to Know

Where Does the Political Landscape Stand at the Start of 2026?

Trump Says He'll Pull National Guard Troops From Major US Cities

Dozens Feared Dead After Fire Breaks out at Swiss Ski Resort Bar

New Year's Eve Celebrations Around the World Ring in 2026

How Is A Quad Jump Done? Olympic Figure Skater Ilia ‘Quad God’ Malinin Explains

Bestselling Authors Share Book Recommendations for 2026

‘Stranger Things’ Finale: See the Chilling Trailer

Here Are Top Google Searches of 2025 in Pop Culture, TV, More

In Memoriam: Remembering Those We Lost in 2025

U.S. Postal Service Announces Changes to Postmark Process

Chris Hemsworth Returns as Thor in 'Avengers: Doomsday’ Trailer

Michael J. Fox Makes ‘Shrinking’ Debut in Season 3 Trailer

Federal Child Care Funds to Minnesota Halted Amid Fraud Claims

Eyewitnesses Detail Mysterious Explosion in Northwest Venezuela

Health Care Subsidies Set to Expire for Millions of Americans

Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's Granddaughter, Dies At 35

Weight Loss Industry Poised for Revolution With GLP-1 Pills

Brad Pitt, George Clooney, More to Reunite for ‘Oceans 14’

Security Preparations Underway for New Year's Eve Festivities

New Year’s Eve Weather Forecast: Here's What to Expect

This Pastor Shares His Prayer for 2026 — and Why It’s the Same as 2025

Jamie Campell Bower on 'Stranger Things' Finale

Beyoncé is Officially a Billionaire, Forbes Says

Noah Schnapp on Stranger Things Fan Theories

Flu Cases Surge at Unprecedented Rate in Parts of the US

Brutal Blast of Winter Hammers Parts of Midwest and Northeast

Farming Tycoon Charged in Estranged Wife’s Shooting Death

Chicago-Inspired Restaurant to Open Near Pope's Summer Palace

Taylor Swift Gifts Woman $600 for Working on Christmas Day

Paul Rudd Shares Spray Tan Mishap of ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’

Idris Elba to Be Knighted as Part of King Charles’ Honorees List

‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Cast Reunites in Reboot Trailer

Pandas Mark One Year Since Debut at Smithsonian’s National Zoo

Couple Saved After Car Rolls off Side of California Highway

Year-End Financial Tips to Start off 2026 on the Right Foot

Beyoncé Becomes 5th Musician Billionaire: See Who's on the List

Tiger Woods Celebrates 50th Birthday: Look Back at His Career

Good Samaritan Saves Couple After Car Rolls off Side of Highway

Trump Says There Will Be 'Hell to Pay' If Hamas Does Not Disarm

NASCAR Driver Denny Hamlin's Father Dies in House Fire

US Conducts First Land Strike in Venezuela, Trump Says