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President Trump delivers an inaugural address, declaring a new 'golden age' for America as the 47th president. The address is described as one of the most revolutionary in American history, with comparisons drawn to past presidents like Thomas Jefferson, Andrew Jackson, and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Jefferson emphasized the peaceful transfer of power, Jackson displayed a more conciliatory tone despite his fiery personality, and Roosevelt addressed the Great Depression in his inaugural speech. Full Article

Firefighters north of Los Angeles were battling a rapidly spreading brush fire, the Hughes fire, which had burned over 10,000 acres and led to the closure of parts of Interstate 5. Red flag warnings were in effect due to dangerous fire weather conditions, with wind gusts of up to 65 miles per hour posing a significant threat. The fire, which prompted evacuation orders for over 50,000 people, was 14 percent contained by Thursday morning, while...

Pakistan's opposition criticized the government for attempting to stifle freedom of speech through proposed strict social media regulations. The new controls could involve blocking platforms and imposing prison sentences on those spreading disinformation. This move has raised concerns about the erosion of civil liberties in the country. Full Article

Incoming National Security Advisor Michael Waltz discussed plans to address threats facing the nation during the next Trump presidency, emphasizing the importance of closing the border to combat terrorism. The House Homeland Security Committee highlighted the persistence of terror threats in America, citing recent attacks and arrests related to jihadist networks like ISIS. Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence Chairman August Pfluger expressed the need to correct course and bolster homeland security efforts in response to...

The Celtics narrowly defeated the short-handed Clippers in overtime, with Jaden Springer's defensive impact and crucial 3-pointers proving pivotal in the win. However, Boston nearly squandered a six-point lead in the final minute of regulation, with Jaylen Brown struggling and the team committing costly turnovers. Despite Brown's ankle injury and Derrick White receiving his first technical foul, the Celtics managed to secure the victory and must work on closing out games more effectively in the...

Marco Rubio is sworn in as the secretary of state by Vice President JD Vance and plans his first international trip to Panama as the nation's top diplomat. President Trump has expressed intentions to reclaim the Panama Canal, sparking a response from Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino. Rubio's trip may also include Guatemala and El Salvador to address migration issues and strengthen regional ties, highlighting his foreign policy focus on American strength, prosperity, and security....