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Covid: Three Democratic lawmakers test positive after Capitol riot


Three US lawmakers have tested positive for the coronavirus after sheltering for hours with colleagues during last week’s deadly assault on the Capitol.

Capitol riot: Police officer dies amid pressure on Trump over inciting violence


A US Capitol police officer has died from injuries sustained in the attack on Congress by a pro-Trump mob as top Democrats have called for the president to be removed for “inciting” the riot.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-55583264

How to work out in 2021: Some back at the gym, but many use fitness apps, online classes


The COVID-19 pandemic is still underway, and although vaccines are being administered around the world, restrictions are still in place for many establishments, including gyms and fitness centers.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2021/01/04/gym-fitness-covid-pandemic-workout-new-years-resolution/4135939001/

Breonna Taylor: Two Louisville officers fired over roles in shooting


Two US police officers linked to a notorious raid in which young black medic Breonna Taylor was fatally shot have been fired, authorities have said.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-55565602

US Congress set to certify Joe Biden victory amid protests


US lawmakers are set to meet on Wednesday to confirm Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential election amid protests from Trump supporters.

Georgia Senate election on knife-edge in vote count


Elections in the US state of Georgia that will decide control of the Senate are too close to call amid a nail-biting ballot count.

Staying Apart, Together: Cheers to a New Year (more than ever)


As has been repeated by me, you, your friends, Netflix and everyone between, this year has been pretty horrible. But we all know that when the clock strikes midnight on Thursday night,

https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2020/12/29/cheers-new-year-more-than-ever/4072982001/

MF Doom: Hip-hop star dies aged 49


The London-born musician, real name Daniel Dumile, was known for his sharp, intricate rhymes and his signature mask, which he never removed in public.

Joe and Jill Biden talk COVID-19 heroes, vaccines in odd, Jumbotron ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ interview


That now includes speaking with their image broadcast from a giant Times Square Jumbotron, answering questions from a winter jacket-wearing Ryan Seacrest perched on the opposite end of the surreally deserted square.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2020/12/31/jill-joe-biden-talk-covid-19-vaccine-interview-new-years-rockin-eve/4106670001/