Robert F Kennedy Jr, a vaccine skeptic and former presidential candidate, has been confirmed by the Senate as the next health secretary. Confirmed in a 52-48 vote by a Republican Senate, Kennedy's appointment marks a significant rise for him and a notable shift in American politics.
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A drone attack on one of the last functioning hospitals in El-Fasher in Sudan's Darfur region has killed 67 people and injured dozens, local activists and a medical source said Saturday, updating an earlier toll. In El-Fasher, where ambulances and hospital buildings have been routinely targeted, medical charity Doctors Without Borders said this month the Saudi Hospital was "the only public hospital with surgical capacity still standing".
The investigation into the fatal DC plane crash has not yet blamed the Army Blackhawk helicopter but confirmed that it was flying higher than what was permitted. According to experts, 200 feet was too low for the helicopter as the airspace around Ronald Reagan National Airport is busy. The lighting conditions around the Potomac River are tough and there's not many place in the world where all these conditions are present all at once, experts said.
A federal appeals court overturned a previous ruling that had blocked cuts to the US Agency for International Development (USAID), which were influenced by Elon Musk's department. The court found Musk acted as an advisor to President Trump, not making the final decisions himself.
As Elon Musk said Grok can explain the drones over New Jersey, social media users posted what Grok said about the mystery sightings. The chatbot of X summarized what we know so far about the drone mystery and the speculations, the conspiracy theories around it. It, obviously, could not give any explanation as the phenomenon remains unexplained.
Qatar, Egypt, and the US announced a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas to begin on January 19. The deal involves three stages: release of hostages, halting military operations, and significant humanitarian aid, with the long-term goal of rebuilding Gaza and lifting the blockade.
Gene Hackman, the 95-year-old actor, and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe home. Hackman's pacemaker indicated his death likely occurred on February 17. Initial investigations ruled out carbon monoxide poisoning, while toxicology tests are pending. The couple was known for their reclusive lifestyle.
During a White House event, President Joe Biden criticized former President Donald Trump, calling his actions a threat to democracy, and condemned the press with sharp remarks. Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act while continuing his combative history with reporters, emphasizing his extensive experience with world leaders.
The US House Ethics Committee accused former representative Matt Gaetz of regularly paying for sex, using illegal drugs, and having sexual relations with an underage girl between 2017 and 2020. Gaetz allegedly violated state sexual misconduct laws and House rules, resulting in his resignation from the House and withdrawal from being considered for attorney general.
JD Vance resigns from the Senate to prepare for his role as US vice president alongside President Donald Trump. Vance's time in the Senate was marked by loyalty to Trump's policies. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will appoint a temporary Senate replacement until a special election in 2026.