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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and Google CEO Sundar Pichai, among other tech leaders, attended Donald Trump's presidential inauguration, seated on the platform in the US Capitol Rotunda. The presence of these billionaire CEOs, who donated to Trump's inaugural committee, raised concerns about conflicts of interest and the concentration of power among the ultra-wealthy in the new administration, as highlighted by outgoing President Joe Biden. The governors who attended were relegated to...

As Donald Trump prepares for a return to the world stage, all eyes are on Washington DC and the President's family and close allies. Ines Knauss, the elusive 53-year-old sister of Melania Trump, has not been photographed in 20 years but has been a rock for Melania and her son Barron during Trump's political rise. Described as quiet and under-the-radar, Ines has been praised for her artistic talents and close bond with Melania, despite her...

President-elect Donald Trump plans to sign executive orders ending diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and declaring the federal government will only recognize two sexes, male and female. The actions, expected to be announced soon, are likely to face backlash from civil rights groups for undermining progress made in addressing systemic prejudices. The orders will also prohibit federal funding for promoting "gender ideology" and gender transition medical procedures. Full Article

Hamish Kale on Unsplash discusses the potential dangers of using plug socket covers in homes, as they can increase the risk of electric shock and fire by overriding the safety features of UK plug sockets. Consumer watchdogs advise against using them, as they do not comply with British standards and can damage the sockets. Instead, it is recommended to supervise children around plug sockets, switch them off when not in use, and consider moving furniture...

Kevin De Bruyne is feeling optimistic about his performance levels as he awaits discussions on his Manchester City future. The midfielder's contract is set to expire at the end of the season, with talks paused due to a lengthy injury setback earlier in the campaign. Despite the lack of contract negotiations, De Bruyne's recent resurgence in form has him feeling more confident and content as City aims to move past their mid-season struggles. Full Article

Donald Trump's return to the White House is causing tension for Keir Starmer, as the two leaders clash on key issues such as the UK ambassador to the US, the Chagos deal, and defence spending targets. Trump's skepticism towards certain policies proposed by Starmer, as well as his close ties to figures like Elon Musk, pose challenges for the UK Prime Minister in navigating their relationship moving forward. Full Article