In a memorable moment before Donald Trump's inauguration, he shared an awkward limo ride with Joe Biden and Amy Klobuchar from the White House to the Capitol. Biden adhered to the tradition of leaving a letter for the successor but did not disclose its contents. Even Donald Trump who skipped Biden's inauguration did not forget to leave a letter for Biden.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping urged officials to enhance political capabilities and address domestic and international challenges calmly. China's economy is coping with sluggish demand, a prolonged property sector crisis, and potential trade conflicts with the US. Xi's call-to-action came ahead of the "Two Sessions" event, expected to reveal policy measures to boost the economy.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has pledged a strong response to US President Donald Trump's plan to impose tariffs on Canadian imports starting March 4, linking this to efforts to combat illicit drug trafficking. Trudeau emphasized Canada's efforts in reducing fentanyl trafficking and criticized the rationale behind the tariffs, highlighting substantial investments in border security.
President Joe Biden has announced his intent to lift Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism, aiming to secure the release of political prisoners through a deal facilitated by the Catholic Church by Jan. 20. His decision is expected to be swiftly reversed by the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump and Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio.
Greek authorities recovered one body and rescued 39 migrants after their boat capsized off Gavdos. Many remain missing, prompting a search operation. Separately, two vessels rescued 135 more migrants from boats near Gavdos, believed to have departed Libya. These incidents highlight the increasing frequency of migrant boat emergencies in the area.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Liz Cheney exchanged social media remarks regarding Cheney's past with USAID and Musk's US citizenship. The conversation highlights USAID's role in historical US foreign policy actions and its current organizational changes under the Trump administration.
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested and questioned in relation to a criminal insurrection probe, the first such case for a sitting president in the country. Yoon, who had declared martial law, surrendered after weeks of standoff, leading to increased tensions.
The collective imagination of the social media users took flight as Donald Trump shared a never-seen-before photo of Elon Musk and Giorgia Meloni on Truth Social without any comment. Social media users asked whether Elon Musk was carrying a box of ring in his hand and whether Meloni just said 'yes'.
A United Airlines flight to Shanghai turned back mid-air after discovering a pilot lacked a passport. Flight UA 198 with 257 passengers returned to San Francisco, causing a six-hour delay. Passengers received meal vouchers and compensation. Aviation expert Shukor Yusof criticized the incident as an unacceptable lapse for the airline. United Airlines acknowledged the issue but hasn't disclosed further measures.
US Senate Democrats have delayed the confirmation process for Kash Patel’s FBI Director nomination due to allegations of him promoting lists targeting Trump’s enemies. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer expressed concerns over Patel's potential to undermine the FBI’s independence, sparking a need for a second hearing.
A fire broke out at Bryant Park's holiday market around 9:20 am on Friday, causing thick black smoke to fill Manhattan's skyline. Firefighters struggled to control the blaze, which destroyed stalls and left several small business owners devastated. This incident follows a recent fire at Herald Square's shopping area that also destroyed multiple vendors' stands.