Kamala Harris officially certified Donald Trump's presidency as the 47th US president, despite losing to him in the 2024 elections. This constitutional procedure took place exactly four years after the Capitol riot. Harris expressed commitment to her duty in the certification process, emphasizing the importance of a peaceful transfer of power.
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President Trump praised Elon Musk's intelligence and leadership, especially in handling the government efficiency department, DOGE. Both leaders discussed contributions to SpaceX's Starlink program in disaster relief efforts, highlighting their mutual respect and commitment to better governance.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to visit China on Tuesday, the ministry said, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between Iran and the United States. A third round of US-Iranian talks, mediated by Oman and involving Araghchi and Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, are due to take place on Saturday, Iran has said.
President-elect Donald Trump will be inaugurated on January 20, 2025, coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr Day. The overlap leads to school closures primarily due to the federal holiday. Schools, postal services, and banks will be closed, and education institutions may use the following day for staff development activities.
A surprise strike by workers at Hamburg Airport on Sunday led to the cancellation of over 270 flights, affecting more than 40,000 passengers. The strike was organized by the ver.di union to pressure employers amid ongoing contract negotiations, with more strikes expected at 13 German airports on Monday.
SpaceX’s Starship is scheduled to go to Mars late next year with Tesla’s humanoid robot Optimus. Elon Musk suggested that human missions could commence by 2029 or 2031 if initial landings are successful. Colonizing Mars is considered crucial for humanity’s survival against existential threats on Earth.
An opinion editor at Die Welt resigned after Elon Musk's op-ed endorsing the far-right AfD party was published. Musk's piece called the AfD the last spark of hope for Germany. The endorsement faced criticism. The newspaper's incoming editor-in-chief defended the decision to publish, emphasizing freedom of expression.
Luigi Mangione, scion of a prominent Baltimore family known for philanthropy and success, has been arrested in New York City for the murder of a health insurance executive. The arrest has shocked the community, given Mangione's privileged upbringing and the family's esteemed legacy. A handwritten document found by police suggests a possible motive, expressing resentment towards corporate elites.
Experts from the US air force are assessing upgrades to Cyprus' Andreas Papandreou air base for future humanitarian operations in the Middle East. The upgrades will focus on improving air traffic safety, expanding the base, and enhancing its capacity for military and civilian aircraft. Cyprus has previously served as a transit point for evacuations and aid, and any use of the base by foreign forces will require government approval. The US and Cyprus have strengthened military cooperation in... Expand
The International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants for top Taliban leaders, a move celebrated by the Afghan Women's Movement for Justice and Awareness as a step towards accountability. Since regaining control in 2021, the Taliban have restricted women's access to jobs, public spaces, and education beyond sixth grade. The UN described the ban on girls’ education as a tragedy.