A video of Barron Trump shaking hands with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris at Donald Trump's inauguration has gone viral, earning praise for his courtesy. In 2017, when Donald Trump entered the White House for the first time, Barron was a child but this time all eyes are on the 18-year-old as Donald Trump credited Barron for guiding him on reaching out to the young voters.
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Pope Francis spent a peaceful night in hospital, the Vatican said Friday, a day after it noted improvement in his clinical condition for a second straight day. After a difficult weekend in which the Argentine, who has been pope since 2013, suffered a respiratory attack, the Vatican this week noted slight, incremental improvements in his condition.
European leaders are reacting to shifts in US policy under the Trump administration, particularly regarding Ukraine and Nato. A meeting in Paris revealed divisions over how to respond, with calls for increased defense spending and potential troop deployments to Ukraine. European leaders stress the need for political will to address these challenges.
Meghan Markle's Netflix series, 'With Love, Meghan,' has been postponed due to devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Originally set for release this Wednesday, the show will now debut in March. The Duchess of Sussex, along with Prince Harry, is actively supporting relief efforts for the displaced. Their Montecito home is hosting affected friends and loved ones.
Amidst internal unrest and international pressure, US President Trump suggests Iran might be more receptive to discussions, emphasising diplomacy while warning of severe consequences if talks fail. Negotiations are planned in Muscat, involving US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Iran faces challenges with its proxies and economic sanctions, yet continues uranium enrichment, raising nuclear concerns.
​Greenland’s prime minister, Múte Egede, reacted to President-elect Donald Trump's ambition to buy Greenland and said that the country is not for sale and never will be. “Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our long struggle for freedom,†Múte Egede, said in a written comment.
A bullied boy named Zeke found support when anti-bullying bikers, K-Dogs Kidz Mission, escorted him home, boosting his confidence and stopping the bullying. The organization founded by Donald Rozman, helps bullied and disabled children by providing support, empowerment, and community events.
Incoming US national security advisor, Mike Waltz, has emphasised the continuation of key elements of US policy towards China and India under the Trump administration. Waltz identified China as the "greatest adversary" and reaffirmed India’s importance as a critical partner for the future. He was on a panel discussion with the outgoing NSA Jake Sullivan at the US Institute of Peace.
New York Post reporter Shane Galvin finds himself on a date with a fashion model due to his resemblance to murder suspect Luigi Mangione. The evening unfolds with lighthearted conversation about the mistaken identity, during which the model expresses doubt about Mangione's alleged involvement in the crime.
Republican commentator Charlie Kirk said had it not been for RFK Jr, the Kennedy legacy would be completely dead. "The Kennedys were a great American family who faced a choice – they could continue their legacy as statesmen, or they could devolve into useless trust fund babies good for nothing but tabloid fodder. Most chose the latter."
As part of the ceasefire, Israel released 600 Palestinian prisoners, including long-serving inmates and those convicted of deadly attacks, in exchange for the remains of four Israeli hostages. Since January 19, nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners have been freed. Meanwhile, 59 hostages remain in Gaza, including 13 Israeli soldiers and five foreign nationals.