PoliticsYahoo NewsAs Trump departs office, reality sets in for QAnon cult
For some the charade had ended two weeks earlier, with the chaotic riot at the Capitol, at which Q followers were well represented, that failed to stop the counting of electoral votes certifying Biden's victory. Or at various other milestones along the tortuous road that led from the Nov. 3 election. Q had gone mostly silent since then, and followers had to fall back on reassuring each other that Trump was just biding his time before unleashing the “Storm” on an ever-growing list of enemies, eventually including members of his own administration.
WorldAssociated PressPopular Thai politician charged with defaming monarchy
Thai officials on Wednesday filed criminal charges against a popular former politician, accusing him of defaming the monarchy by broadcasting criticism of government efforts to secure supplies of coronavirus vaccines. The action against Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit came just a day after Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha told reporters that that his government will prosecute anyone who shares false information about coronavirus vaccines. Thanathorn, former leader of the dissolved Future Forward Party, accused the government of acting too slowly in procuring the vaccines.
PoliticsYahoo NewsTrump's health care plan is delayed again — forever
With Joe Biden sworn in as president, the long wait for Donald Trump's health care plan is now officially over. After taking office, the realities of overhauling a system that makes up one-fifth of the U.S. economy settled in as Republicans attempted to hammer out a replacement for the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. “Now, I have to tell you, it's an unbelievably complex subject,” Trump said in February 2017.
PoliticsThe IndependentInauguration Day 2021: Biden and Harris lead Lincoln Memorial vigil for Covid victims - follow live
As preparations continue for Joe Biden's inauguration ceremony on Wednesday, concern reigns in Washington, DC, over rumours that QAnon believers plan to disguise themselves as National Guardsmen to infiltrate the event in the hope of promoting further unrest like that seen in the Capitol riot of 6 January. Those concerns led to the screening of almost 25,000 National Guard on deployment in the country's capital, with two members on Tuesday being removed after they were found to have links to far-right militia groups. An additional 10 members were removed for other reasons, including previous criminal charges and past extremist rhetoric.
U.S.USA TODAYHero Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman escorts Kamala Harris for inauguration
Eugene Goodman, the Capitol Police officer who led rioters away from the Senate chamber on Jan. 6, escorted Vice President-elect Kamala Harris at the inauguration Wednesday. Goodman is the acting deputy Senate sergeant-at-arms, which is why he was escorting Harris. Goodman went viral this month after a video showed him leading a pro-Trump mob away from the Senate floor during the deadly Jan. 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol, potentially saving lives.
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Rep. Crenshaw: 'I'd be frustrated if I were' Trump, watching the press 'go right back to the Obama-era'
Texas Congressman Dan Crenshaw argues Republicans need to unify and show voters that Democrats 'mean what they say' and 'will change your life fundamentally.
PoliticsYahoo NewsDonald Trump gracelessly leaves the stage
Richard Nixon's best speech came at his worst moment. Having resigned the presidency to avoid impeachment in the aftermath of Watergate, he delivered a farewell address to his White House staff that served as a reflection on duty and humility. Nixon, although prone to bouts of self-pity, understood and was able to acknowledge that he had destroyed himself, or at least his career and his place in history.
WorldThe IndependentSpecial prayers and celebrations at Kamala Harris’s ancestral Indian village before swearing-in ceremony
People of Thulasendrapuram, the village of the maternal grandfather of Kamala Harris in India's southern state of Tamil Nadu, are gearing up for celebrations as she is all set to assume the office of the US vice-president on Wednesday. The village is just about 350 kilometres from state capital Chennai, an idyllic rural haven surrounded by rice paddy fields. Ahead of her oath-taking ceremony, special prayers are expected to be organised at the local temple for her success and on Tuesday, an organisation that promotes vegetarianism sent food packets for the village children as gifts to celebrate the success of Ms Harris, who is the first woman, the first woman of colour and the first person of South Asian descent to hold the vice presidency.
BusinessLA TimesFox News political editor Chris Stirewalt out in company restructuring
Chris Stirewalt, the Fox News digital politics editor, is leaving the network as part of a company restructuring that eliminated more than a dozen jobs. Fox News declined to comment, citing employee confidentiality. While Fox News executives cited the job reductions as part of an ongoing streamlining of its operations, Stirewalt was likely targeted due to his role in the network's decision to call Arizona for President-elect Joe Biden on election night.
PoliticsThe WeekTrump bids everyone 'have a good life,' exits farewell stage to the 'YMCA'
President Trump offered his final goodbye before leaving office, vowing that "we will be back in some form" before concluding his term with the "YMCA" and wishing everyone a "good life." Trump spoke at a farewell ceremony at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday before leaving for Florida instead of sticking around to attend President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. He described serving as president as "my greatest honor and privilege," thanking supporters while offering one assessment both supporters and critics will likely agree with: "We were not a regular administration."
PoliticsThe Independent‘It’s unfortunate’: Ashley Biden confirms first lady snubbed her mother on traditional White House handover
In her first ever TV interview, incoming first daughter Ashley Biden said it was “unfortunate” that first lady Melania Trump had not honoured “traditional protocol” and invited her mother to the White House. The daughter of President-elect Joe Biden and Dr Jill Biden confirmed that no invitation had been sent from the White House inviting the new first lady for tea and a tour of the executive mansion, with introductions to the residence staff. Ms Biden said that her mother had not heard at all from Ms Trump in what is one of the strangest handovers of power in US history.
EntertainmentArchitectural DigestThe Coolest New Automotive Technology at CES 2021
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U.S.USA TODAYProud Boys organizer Joseph Biggs charged in deadly Capitol riots
A self-described organizer for the Proud Boys, an extremist group with ties to white nationalism, was charged Wednesday in connection with the deadly Capitol riots, where federal authorities said Joseph Biggs allegedly encouraged fellow extremists. In court documents, federal prosecutors claimed that Biggs, 37, began urging fellow members in December to join the Jan. 6 demonstration in Washington. Along with Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, prosecutors allege that Biggs sent multiple messages to associates, including a Dec. 29 communication in which he warned that members would forego their black and yellow colors to blend in with the crowd.
PoliticsAssociated PressTrump's pardon largesse a boon for well-connected fraudsters
It was the swamp,” said Sanjay Bhandari, a former Justice Department prosecutor who in 2005 secured a guilty plea from Randy “Duke” Cunningham, the former California congressman who was pardoned Wednesday despite having accepted at least $2.4 million in home payments, yacht club fees and other bribes from defense contractors. The White House cited Cunningham's post-prison volunteer work, military career and the support he received from former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, a Trump ally.
PoliticsThe WeekBiden's Inauguration Day begins at church and ends at the White House
President-elect Joe Biden will be sworn in as the 46th U.S. president outside the U.S. Capitol at noon on Wednesday, amid heavy security and hours after President Trump leaves Washington, D.C., for Florida. Biden will start the day with Mass at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle with Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, their spouses, and the top congressional leaders: Sens. The inauguration ceremony will begin at 11:15, and Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts will administer the oath of office at noon, with Biden's hand on his family Bible.
WorldBusiness InsiderArchaeologists unearthed 210 sarcophagi in an Egyptian city of the dead. They'd remained undisturbed for at least 2,500 years.
The mummies stayed buried in those sarcophagi for thousands of years - until their recent discovery by Egyptian archaeologists. In the last four months, researchers have discovered a trove of at least 210 coffins entombed deep within shafts below the Saqqara sand. Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced the most recent finding on Sunday: 52 burial shafts containing more than 50 wooden coffins that are estimated to be 3,000 years old.
U.S.INSIDERThe new owners of Joe Exotic's 'Tiger King' zoo have been ordered to surrender all new tiger cubs
The new owners of the "Tiger King" zoo have been ordered to surrender all its lion and tiger cubs. A federal judge said the new owners Jeff and Lauren Lowe have violated the Endangered Species Act and the Animal Welfare Act. In a statement, acting assistant attorney general Jonathan D Brightbill said: "The Lowes have showed a shocking disregard for both the health and welfare of their animals, as well as the law."
PoliticsAssociated PressEXPLAINER: Can Trump be impeached after leaving office?
Some Republican lawmakers argue it's not constitutional to hold an impeachment trial for a former president, but that view is far from unanimous. Democrats for their part appear ready to move forward with a trial. On Tuesday, Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, said she doesn't think a post-presidency impeachment trial is constitutional.
SportsAssociated PressRahane was always thinking of win in 4th test vs Australia
Against all odds, interim captain Ajinkya Rahane managed to lead an injury-affected India to victory in the fourth cricket test and retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. India was forced to make four changes for the series finale after salvaging a draw in Sydney, and a draw in Brisbane would have been good enough to retain the trophy. Turns out Rahane had a plan for victory all along.
StyleINSIDER21 of Michelle Obama's best style moments
Michelle Obama has long been considered a fashion icon. Michelle Obama has long been described as one of the most fashionable first ladies in American history, but there were some looks that stood out above the rest. During her eight years as first lady, Obama wore pieces from notables like Tom Ford and Marchesa, while also bringing young designers of color into the spotlight, too - all while Obama herself became a fashion icon.
PoliticsThe IndependentInauguration Day: Election deniers including Josh Hawley and Ted Cruz arrive for Biden ceremonies
Lawmakers who contested President Donald Trump's electoral defeat were seen arriving at the US Capitol to attend his successor's inaugural ceremonies — two weeks after a deadly mob stormed the building in an attempt to overturn the election. Republicans like Senators Josh Hawley of Missouri and Ted Cruz of Texas, as well as Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, who helped lead the charge in disputing the election results, were all in attendance at the Inauguration Day events on Wednesday afternoon in Washington D.C. Those lawmakers spurred backlash for refusing to accept the legitimate outcome of the election even after Mr Trump's Department of Homeland Security described the vote as the “most secure” in...
HealthINSIDERDermatologists debunk 9 skincare myths and reveal how to get and keep healthy-looking skin
Dermatologists debunk nine skincare myths and offer advice on how to have healthy skin without falling for trendy, pseudoscience. It's important to remember that genetics play a large role in your skin's overall texture and appearance. The same skincare routine isn't for everyone, and it may take some trial and error to determine what's right for you.
CelebrityThe Daily BeastMeghan Markle Staffer Fact-Checked ‘Finding Freedom’ for Authors, British Court Hears
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's most senior royal aide fact-checked the book Finding Freedom: Harry and Meghan and the Making of a Modern Royal Family to “make sure” authors Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand “got nothing wrong,” a senior editor at the Mail on Sunday claimed Wednesday in testimony released by the High Court in London. Harry and Meghan have consistently denied they co-operated with Scobie and Durand either directly or indirectly, leaving many observers to wonder why the couple did not complain about the book's multiple apparent invasions of their privacy.
CelebrityINSIDERPeople are dragging Kim Kardashian for describing life as 'paradise' on a day the US recorded a record number of COVID-19 deaths
People are dragging Kim Kardashian West for calling life "paradise" as the US struggles with a record number of coronavirus deaths. On Tuesday, the reality star captioned a bikini photo, "This is more than life...this is paradise." While she appeared to be quoting Jeremih's song "Paradise," commenters called her out for seemingly ignoring the worsening pandemic.
EntertainmentArchitectural Digest19 Stylish Bar Cabinets to Elevate Your Space in 2021
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“If you’re looking to win elections, it is probably best not to urge your supporters not to vote.”
“Warnock’s portrayal of himself as a dog lover, a means of overcoming white suspicions of Black men, smacked of pure genius.”
“Trump has done damage to the Republican brand among suburban voters that goes well beyond just races where he is on the ballot.”
“Once more, Democrats must profusely thank activist Stacey Abrams.”
“Overall, demographic trends show that the state’s electorate is becoming younger and more diverse each year.”