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- Prospects to convict Trump erode as GOP opposition grows January 23, 2021The path in the Senate to convict Donald Trump is extremely slim, with a growing number of Republicans expressing confidence that the party will acquit the former President on a charge that he incited the deadly insurrection aimed at stopping President Joe Biden's electoral win.
- Cruz and Hawley have been playing with dynamite January 23, 2021Remember that time a violent mob smashed its way into the Capitol, killed a police officer and occupied the Senate chambers, hunting for terrified members of Congress who were forced to hide?
- Chuck Schumer announces timeline for Trump impeachment January 22, 2021Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announces details for the impeachment trial against former President Donald Trump with the start of arguments to begin February 9, giving the Senate time to confirm President Joe Biden's Cabinet.
- Biden's foreign diplomacy blitz begins January 22, 2021President Joe Biden had been inside the White House for only two hours on Wednesday before finding an opportunity to recall one of his many intimate meals with a foreign leader who, now they are both presidents, can officially be called a counterpart.
- Ex-Trump official who backs Biden stimulus plan speaks out January 22, 2021Former Trump Economic Adviser Kevin Hassett tells CNN's Brianna Keilar why he supports President Biden's $1.9 trillion economic stimulus plan.
- Chinese celebrity accused of abandoning surrogate babies in the US January 23, 2021At first, it seemed like a classic celebrity romance.
- Rotting fish, lost business and piles of red tape. The reality of Brexit hits Britain January 23, 2021Brexit might be done and dusted, but its specter will loom over Britain for a long time yet.
- Bernie Sanders inauguration memes are what US needed January 23, 2021Each morning for the past four years, I have arisen from a tormented slumber like this:
- UK coronavirus variant may be deadlier, officials say January 22, 2021
- For the first time in the pandemic, parts of Hong Kong are under lockdown
- Prospects to convict Trump erode as GOP opposition grows January 23, 2021
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- Megan Rapinoe condemns US Capitol rioters as 'White supremacist mob' January 13, 2021Soccer star Megan Rapinoe has denounced last week's riots in the US Capitol as "a huge stain on the country."
- Who are the most improved teams in European football? January 11, 2021AC Milan has been rated as the most improved club in European football over the last 12 months. The Euro Club Index compiled by data companies Gracenote and Hypercube say Milan is back among the continent's top 20 teams for its performances throughout 2020.
- 'Outraged:' UEFA's new documentary aims to confront discrimination in all forms December 23, 2020UEFA has released a new documentary called "Outraged," featuring some of the game's biggest stars talking about discrimination and how the game of football is seeking to stamp it out in all its forms.
- Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium: Qatar 2022's newest arena December 23, 2020The Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium is the latest arena to be unveiled for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Built where the original stood, the new design is described as the "venue that tells the story of Qatar."
- Diego Maradona and the 'Goal of the Century' November 25, 2020With the Falklands War still fresh on Argentine minds, Argentina played England in the 1986 World Cup where Diego Maradona stepped into football legend.
- MLS 25: Cobi Jones speaks about MLS' greatest players ever December 9, 2020In Major League Soccer's 25th season, December 9 saw the release of "The 25 Greatest," recognizing the best to play in the league, including David Beckham. Former U.S. midfielder Cobi Jones spoke about the list to CNN.
- Karina LeBlanc on FIFA's maternity support measures for female players November 24, 2020New FIFA proposals supporting female pros who have children during their careers have been welcomed as a "groundbreaking moment" by high-profile former goalkeeper, Karina LeBlanc.
- Sergiño Dest on playing with Leo Messi December 4, 2020FC Barcelona defender Sergiño Dest speaks about meeting Lionel Messi for the first time and his thoughts on playing alongside Neymar.
- Nicolai Geertsen: Is this the goal of the year? Danish double volley stuns social media November 13, 2020Danish defender Nicolai Geertsen scored an unbelievable double-volley in the space of two seconds. Geertsen scissor-kicks the ball into the cross-bar, then volleys the rebound into the back of the net.
- Darren Lewis on Millwall fans booing BLM kneeling December 7, 2020CNN Sport contributor Darren Lewis talks to Amanda Davies about the incident prior to kick-off at a Millwall vs. Derby match in England where fans booed footballers who were kneeling in support of Black Lives Matter.
- Megan Rapinoe condemns US Capitol rioters as 'White supremacist mob' January 13, 2021
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- Comedy steps up as a respite from our current woes January 21, 2021A funny thing happened on the way to 2021. Let Nicolas Cage, Rachel Brosnahan and Keegan-Michael Key provide comic relief from our current woes.
- Selena Gomez hopes her knife skills make the cut in new season of 'Selena + Chef' January 22, 2021Selena Gomez is putting it on all the line -- including her fingers -- in the new season of "Selena + Chef."
- 'The White Tiger' presents a searing look at India's caste system January 22, 2021"The White Tiger" is one of those movies that would likely struggle to claw out much attention without Netflix's muscle behind it, underscoring the streaming service's ability to lead people to worthwhile films they might not see -- in this case, a sobering adaptation of Aravind Adiga's award-winning book that dissects India's c […]
- What Dakota Johnson's moving performance as a dying woman taught her a lot about living January 22, 2021Dakota Johnson's latest role in the poignant film "Our Friend" taught her life lessons she plans to carry with her.
- Dave Chappelle asymptomatic after testing positive for Covid-19 January 22, 2021Comedian Dave Chappelle has tested positive for Covid-19 but is asymptomatic, according to a statement from his representative obtained by the Hollywood Reporter.
- Trump's 'reality TV presidency' gets a new, more produced look with Biden TV January 20, 2021Much has been written about Donald Trump's "TV presidency," and how the former reality-TV star sought to produce his time in the White House. Throughout his presidential campaign, however, Joe Biden's team -- in its adherence to Covid protocols -- has been shaped through the language of television, creating crowd-pleasing TV moments minus […]
- 'In & Of Itself' brings Derek DelGaudio's unique magic act into your living room January 22, 2021Magic and monologues turn out to be a potent streaming combination, conjuring a taste of the theatrical experience that many sorely miss. The latest example, "In & Of Itself," transforms Derek DelGaudio's long-running stage show into an absorbing Hulu special, one that actually builds on the in-person experience by mashing together numerou […]
- 'The Simpsons' seemed to get it right again -- by predicting part of the inauguration January 22, 2021First things first: No, "The Simpsons" cannot actually predict the future.
- Cheers, my dears. 'Bridgerton' is returning for a second season January 21, 2021"Bridgerton" fans can breathe a sigh of relief after Netflix announced a second season of the hit show.
- What made 'Celebrating America' soar January 21, 2021Other inaugural celebrations have festooned chilly Washington, DC, nights in white ties, gilded gowns, and crowded dance floors. Not this one.
- Comedy steps up as a respite from our current woes January 21, 2021
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- Uganda's Yoweri Museveni overcomes Bobi Wine challenge - for now January 23, 2021President Yoweri Museveni sees off another challenger despite the expectation surrounding Bobi Wine.
- Africa's long wait for the Covid-19 vaccine January 22, 2021Africa will have to wait "weeks if not months" before getting WHO-approved vaccines, officials say.
- Central African Republic declares emergency as rebels surround Bangui January 22, 2021Central African Republic, two-thirds controlled by rebels, is "at grave risk" the UN envoy says.
- Five years for tycoon in Guinea corruption trial January 22, 2021Israeli businessman Beny Steinmetz is given a jail term by a Swiss court in a historic corruption case.
- The vehicle that got a village smiling January 22, 2021When her friends died in childbirth, a Nigerian woman hatched a plan to make a difference.
- Diary Sow: Talented Senegal student 'sorry' after disappearing in France January 22, 2021Diary Sow, who raised concern by failing to return to school in Paris, had been "on a little break".
- Nigeria blasphemy: Jailed 13-year-old boy wins Kano appeal January 21, 2021The 13-year-old was serving a 10-year sentence handed down by an Islamic court for comments about God.
- Ghana 'baby-harvesting syndicate' arrested January 21, 2021Doctors, nurses, mothers and social workers are apprehended after babies were sold for $5,000.
- Africa's week in pictures: 15 - 21 January 2021 January 22, 2021A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.
- Race in South Africa: 'We haven't learnt we are human beings first' January 21, 2021A teacher was charged with fraud for describing himself as "African".
- Uganda's Yoweri Museveni overcomes Bobi Wine challenge - for now January 23, 2021
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- Senior doctors want gap between Covid jabs halved January 23, 2021Delaying second Pfizer doses to give more people their first is "difficult to justify", says BMA
- Hotel quarantine for UK arrivals to be discussed January 22, 2021Boris Johnson has not ruled out further action to secure the borders amid concerns over Covid variants.
- Coronavirus: UK variant 'may be more deadly' January 22, 2021Evidence suggests the coronavirus variant that emerged in the UK may be more deadly as well as spread faster.
- Coronavirus: European Union vaccine woes increase January 22, 2021AstraZeneca is the latest company, after Pfizer, to warn of delivery delays, frustrating officials.
- Shipping crisis: I'm being quoted £10,000 for a £1,600 container' January 22, 2021A shortage of shipping containers, rising costs, and congestion at ports are holding back imports from China.
- New light shed on Charles Darwin's 'abominable mystery' January 23, 2021Historical documents are uncovered that provide clues to a puzzle that haunted Charles Darwin.
- Covid-19: Nurses call for better masks to protect all staff January 23, 2021Inadequate PPE and a new variant may be putting the lives of nurses at risk, says nursing union.
- Covid-19: Couple in 'only chance' wedding in Milton Keynes Hospital January 22, 2021NHS staff rally to arrange a wedding for a couple as the groom's condition deteriorates in hospital.
- National Guard: President Biden apologises over troops sleeping in car park January 23, 2021Photographs of hundreds of National Guard members sheltering underground sparked anger among lawmakers.
- East West and Northumberland rail lines get £794m boost January 23, 2021The government says the funding will connect "left-behind" communities.
- Senior doctors want gap between Covid jabs halved January 23, 2021
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- EU and US call for probe into Uganda election violence as Bobi Wine remains under house arrest January 21, 2021The European Union has joined a growing number of international voices calling for a probe into Ugandan election abuses and violence that left more than 40 people dead in the lead up to the polls.
- US ambassador blocked from visiting Bobi Wine as official warns 'don't cry for Ugandans' January 19, 2021The United States ambassador to Uganda was blocked by Ugandan security forces from visiting presidential candidate Bobi Wine on Monday.
- After five days of internet blackout, Ugandans are back online as Bobi Wine remains under house arrest January 18, 2021Uganda's internet shutdown has been described as a "textbook case of pre-meditated, pre-election internet blackout," as connectivity was restored after incumbent President Yoweri Museveni was declared winner for a record sixth term.
- Nigerian teen jailed for blasphemy has sentence quashed January 22, 2021A Nigerian teen who was convicted in the northwest of the country of blasphemy has had his sentence overturned, his lawyer said Friday.
- Nigeria approves $17m for nationwide oxygen plants nationwide amid Covid-19 surge January 22, 2021Nigeria's president has approved the release of 6.45 billion naira ($16.94 million) to set up oxygen production plants in 38 sites to help treat COVID-19 patients as authorities contend with a sharp rise in cases, the government said on Thursday.
- Nigeria's Burna Boy featured on US inauguration playlist January 20, 2021Nigerian artist Burna Boy will feature on the official playlist for the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.
- Alphabet is shutting down Loon, its ambitious internet balloon venture January 22, 2021A futuristic project by Google's parent company Alphabet to provide internet from high flying balloons has burst.
- An audiobooks app will tell unheard African stories January 18, 2021African countries have a longstanding tradition of oral storytelling, used to entertain and educate younger generations about culture and history. Now, tech entrepreneur Herman Chinery-Hesse, known for establishing SOFTtribe, Ghana's largest software company, wants to to keep this tradition alive through a new audiobooks app.
- YouTube's Alex Okosi sees 'tremendous' opportunity in Africa's creative market January 20, 2021Alex Okosi, YouTube's EMEA managing director for emerging markets, shares the opportunities he sees in the future for African creatives.
- Foreign fighters were meant to leave Libya this week. A huge trench being dug by Russian-backed mercenaries indicates they plan to stay January 22, 2021Construction on an enormous trench across Libya, dug by Russian-backed mercenaries Wagner, is raising fears that foreign fighters will not withdraw from the country by Saturday, as a UN-brokered peace deal insists.
- EU and US call for probe into Uganda election violence as Bobi Wine remains under house arrest January 21, 2021
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