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Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 1/21/2026
Will ICE Freeze? | Trump: I'm Helping Europe | Weapons Nobody Knows About | Occupying CanadaFreezing weather could hinder ICE's operations in Minnesota, Trump made the Davos summit all about Greenland, the United States reportedly used a disturbing sonic weapon to kill people in Venezuela, and Canada is preparing to repel an American invasion.
Meanwhile... Record-Setting Trash Can | RIP Robot | Popcorn Sandwich | Meet Your "Choppelganger"
Meanwhile... A man set a world record for fastest-moving trash can, a food delivery robot was hit by a train, 1909's hottest sandwich recipe was popcorn on bread, and Stephen learns a new term from Gen Z.
The Swiss Send A Message To Trump
Donald Trump's speech at Davos drew a quick response from his Swiss hosts.