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India welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas and expressed hope that the latest development would lead to a “safe and sustained supply of humanitarian assistance” to the people of Gaza where over 40,000 Palestinians have been killed in the 15-month-long war. ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom will join Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson and some GOP governors around the country in directing U.S. flags be raised to full height on Inauguration Day. ...

A Southwest Airlines pilot was arrested shortly before takeoff on Wednesday in Georgia after he allegedly showed up to work intoxicated, police say. ...

Jan. 15 (UPI) -- President Joe Biden used his farewell address on Wednesday night to warn of the growing threat of unchecked power wielded by the extremely wealthy, as he called for a broad range of reforms to protect American democracy. ...

President Biden gave his farewell address on Wednesday night. In it, he warned the U.S. about its future. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne, senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe report on and analyze the speech. ...

Donald Trump’s attorney general nominee Pam Bondi vowed she would remove politics from the Department of Justice during the first day of her confirmation hearing, though her refusal to answer key questions about Trump’s 2020 election loss and his outspoken desire for retribution raised concerns about how she would execute her promise. ...

Prayagraj: In view of the massive flow of pilgrims coming to Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, the administration has established an AI-based computerised lost and found centre. Sharing details about the centre, Additional Mela Adhikari Vivek Chaturvedi told ANI, "An AI-based lost and found centre has been set up. ...

In a significant development in the Middle East, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire to end the Gaza war that has resulted in the deaths of thousands of Palestinians, leading to a humanitarian crisis in the region. ...

Over a year after the Gaza war broke out and went on to cause chaos and devastation while rattling the Middle East, a landmark agreement was reached between Israel and Hamas with both sides reportedly agreeing to cease hostilities and exchange Israeli hostages for prisoners from Palestine. ...

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Lawyers representing South Korea’s impeached president said Thursday he will refuse further questioning after being detained by anti-corruption officials over his ill-fated declaration of martial law last month, maintaining that the investigation is illegal. ...

Trump’s pick for national security adviser, Florida Rep. Mike Waltz, said in an interview on Wednesday that the president-elect is exploring options to “preserve” TikTok. ...

Former first lady Michelle Obama is skipping President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration next week, allegedly to avoid having to hide her disdain for the incoming president, according to new reports. ...

US President Joe Biden urged Americans Wednesday to "stand guard" against a "dangerous" oligarchy forming under Donald Trump as he delivered a dark farewell address before stepping down next week. ...

Washington: US President Joe Biden used his farewell address to the nation Wednesday to warn of an “oligarchy” of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country and of a “tech-industrial complex” that is infringing on Americans' rights and the future of democracy. ...

It was a day of shock and scandal as a high-ranking government official was caught embezzling funds meant for public welfare. The news sent shockwaves through the political sphere, leaving citizens outraged and demanding justice. ...

President Biden delivered his farewell address Wednesday at the White House. The president touted his accomplishments and warned of an "oligarchy" taking shape in the U.S. CBS News' Margaret Brennan, Robert Costa, Weijia Jiang, Nancy Cordes and Ed O'Keefe join Norah O'Donnell with analysis. ...

A woman who accused Conor McGregor of sexually assaulting her following a 2023 NBA Finals game has sued the former UFC champion. ...

Washington: President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump are both claiming credit for Israel and Hamas agreeing to a ceasefire deal in Gaza on Wednesday after the White House brought Trump's Middle East envoy into negotiations that have dragged on for months. ...

Israeli President Isaac Herzog called on the Cabinet to approve the ceasefire agreement reached with Hamas on Wednesday night. Saying that the state had "failed in its duty" to prevent the October 7 attacks, Mr Herzog emphasized the importance of bringing back all hostages and ending the conflict. ...

Cuba started releasing some prisoners Wednesday as part of talks with the Vatican, a day after President Joe Biden’s administration announced his intent to lift the U.S. designation of the island nation as a state sponsor of terrorism. ...

Pam Bondi crushes Dems at confirmation hearing During a heated confirmation hearing, Pam Bondi, a Republican politician, impressed many with her strong rebuttals to Democratic opposition. Bondi's eloquent defense of her positions left Democrats speechless and drew praise from conservative commentators. ...

There are seven Israeli-Americans still held by Hamas, including three believed to be alive in captivity. One of them is Sagui Dekel-Chen, who's among the wounded. The Biden administration says he's expected to be in the first phase of hostages released under the latest ceasefire deal. Norah O'Donnell spoke to his father, Jonathan, about what it was like to hear the news. ...

WASHINGTON – House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday removed the GOP chairman of the powerful House Intelligence Committee, who was a vocal supporter of assistance for Ukraine and held other views that put him at odds with President-elect Donald Trump. ...

The terms of the deal soon became public. The first phase will go into effect on Sunday, the Prime Minister of Qatar, a key mediator, announced. First, the deal must be ratified by the Israeli government—a vote is scheduled to take place before noon on Thursday. Israel will cease fire in Gaza for forty-two days. ...

By WND Staff On January 15, 2025, President Joe Biden delivered his farewell address to the nation from the White House. In his speech, Biden reflected on his time in office and thanked the American people for their support during his term. ...