The powerful duality of the rise of Kamala Harris.
What America needs today from Joe Biden.
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Biden was sworn in as US president and has already signed decrees
President Joe Biden signed 17 executive decisions during his first hours in office Wednesday, moving faster and more aggressively to dismantle the legacy of his predecessor than any other modern president.
Among the notable decisions: the return to the Paris climate agreement, the mandatory nature of masks on federal properties and the reversal of several of the immigration restrictions imposed by Donald Trump.
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What America needs today from Joe Biden
The US needs inspiration after a four-year presidency characterized by division, spite and attacks on its core values, says Stephen Collinson in an analysis.
In his keynote address Wednesday, Biden sympathized with the pain in the country he now leads over the pandemic hitting him and spoke with brutal honesty of the road ahead - things his predecessor despised.
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The powerful duality of the rise of Kamala Harris
The inauguration of the first woman, the first black woman, and the first person of South Asian descent after the insurrection on Capitol Hill did two things at once: It marked a hopeful turning point in the long struggle for racial representation and justice. , and seriously stressed that confronting white supremacism will be one of the main challenges of the new administration.
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Covid-19 in the US: the contrasts between Trump and Biden's policy
The US is the country hardest hit by the coronavirus in the world.
Under the government of Donald Trump, the country led the number of confirmed cases (more than 24.2 million) and the number of deaths (more than 401,000).
With the arrival of Joe Biden to the White House there is also a change of tone towards the pandemic.
Biden said five days before his inauguration that, for example, his cabinet will make decisions based on science.
Dr. Elmer Huerta reviews what Trump has said and how Joe Biden will face this health crisis.
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The effects on young people of heavy marijuana use
Heavy marijuana use by teens and young adults with mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder, is linked to an increased risk of self-harm, suicide attempts, and death, a new study found.
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Best moments from Joe Biden's inauguration
See the most eloquent images of the inauguration of the 46th president of the United States and the first vice president of the country.
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President Joe Biden, in front of the cameras, signed three decrees this Wednesday, January 20, that represent the first signs of his priorities and the beginning of an effort to erase the agenda of his predecessor, Donald Trump.
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President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden arrive at the White House, from where they salute.
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While on his way to the White House on Wednesday, January 20, Biden got out of the presidential vehicle and walked the last stretch with his family.
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Biden stops to speak to a person on his way to the White House.
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Vice President Kamala Harris walks with her family to the White House.
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Joe Biden is sworn in as US President before Chief Justice John Roberts on Wednesday, January 20.
Biden's wife, Jill, holds the Bible.
His sons Ashley and Hunter are on the right.
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Biden delivers his inauguration speech.
"Politics does not have to be a raging fire that destroys everything in its path," said Biden, calling for Americans to unite.
"We have to be different than this. America has to be better than this," he insisted.
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Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris participate in the offering ceremony.
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Three former presidents and former first ladies of the United States await President Biden for an offering ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, Virginia.
From left to right are Michelle Obama, Barack Obama, Laura Bush, George W. Bush, Hillary Clinton, and Bill Clinton.
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Biden and Harris, along with their husbands, leave the US Capitol after the inauguration.
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Joe and Jill Biden kiss at the inauguration ceremony.
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Biden speaks from the west front of the United States Capitol.
The prominent figures who attended were estranged due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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The Biden family share a hug at the inauguration.
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The Bidens take to the inauguration stage this Wednesday, January 20.
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Kamala Harris is sworn in as vice president while her husband, Doug Emhoff, holds up the Bible.
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor took the oath from Harris.
The vice president wore purple in her wardrobe as a nod to Shirley Chisholm, the first black American to run for president.
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Inauguration guests remain seated on Capitol Hill before Biden is sworn in.
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Former President Barack Obama congratulates Biden upon his inauguration.
Biden was Obama's vice president for eight years.
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Guests stand to sing the National Anthem on Wednesday, January 20.
In the center are former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg and her husband, Chasten.
Buttigieg was elected Biden as Secretary of Transportation.
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Lady Gaga sings the National Anthem in front of Vice President Mike Pence before Harris and Biden took their respective oaths.
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The Bidens arrive at the swearing-in ceremony.
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This year's inauguration was reduced due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Kamala Harris hugs her husband before being sworn in as vice president.
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Biden greets Lady Gaga, who wore a gold dove-shaped brooch.
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President Donald Trump watches his supporters after landing in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, January 20.
Trump did not attend Biden's inauguration.
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Kamala Harris and her husband greet former President Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama before the ceremony.
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Scenes from Joe Biden's presidential inauguration.
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The Bidens arrive at the Capitol for the inauguration.
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Biden and Harris, along with their husbands, greet outside the Capitol.
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The Bidens hold hands before climbing the steps of the Capitol on Wednesday, January 20.
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Members of the Navy prepare to escort guests to the Capitol.
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US Representative Terri Sewell wears a face shield after arriving at the inauguration on Wednesday.
His mask references Alpha Kappa Alpha, Harris's sorority.
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Some members of Harris's family take a selfie before the inauguration.
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The Bidens attend a mass Wednesday, January 20, at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington.
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Trump delivers a farewell speech on Wednesday, January 20, before boarding Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews.
"I will always fight for you," he said in front of a crowd of family and friends.
"I will be watching. I will be listening, and I will tell you that the future of this country has never been better. I wish the new administration good luck and success. I think they will have great success. They have the foundation to do something really spectacular." Trump said.
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People watch Trump's farewell at Joint Base Andrews.
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Trump leaves the White House aboard Marine One. (Credit: Maddie McGarvey for CNN)
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Trump salutes as he boards Marine One at the White House.
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The sun sets over the White House on January 19, the last night of Donald Trump's presidency.
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President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris attend a tribute to the victims of covid-19 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington on Tuesday, January 19.
They were joined by their spouses, Jill Biden and Doug Emhoff, respectively.
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, third from left, and other members of the Democratic leadership of the House participate in a tribute to the victims of the covid-19 on the steps of the United States Capitol on Tuesday, January 19 .
On the right is Majority Leader Steny Hoyer.
On the left are Representatives Pete Aguilar and Katherine Clark.
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400 lights illuminate the Reflecting Pool of the Lincoln Memorial in tribute to the more than 400,000 people who have died from COVID-19 in the United States.
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Biden cries in New Castle, Delaware as he talks about his late son Beau before heading to Washington City on Tuesday, January 19.
Biden said he was proud to deliver his parting remarks from the National Guard Center in New Castle, named after Beau Biden.
"I'm only sorry for one thing, that he's not here, because we should be introducing him as president," Biden said.
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The Washington Esplanade is filled with decorative flags on Tuesday, January 19.
The Presidential Inaugural Committee planted more than 191,500 flags at the site to represent those unable to attend the inauguration.
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Members of the National Guard walk the grounds of the United States Capitol on January 19.
The Pentagon authorized up to 25,000 National Guard soldiers to help secure the inauguration.
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Media personnel practice positions for the cameras on January 19, at the entrance to the inauguration stage.
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Members of the National Guard rest outside the United States Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
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A broken window in the Capitol.
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A television reporter works in the United States Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
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The chairs were organized in the Capitol so that the prominent figures who will attend the inauguration maintain social distancing during the event.
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People take photos of a police dog posing with an officer outside the Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
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Preparations are underway on the west side of the Capitol prior to the inauguration.
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Singer Jennifer Lopez poses for photos outside the Capitol on Tuesday, January 19.
The artist will present herself during the inauguration.
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Lights are displayed on the Esplanade in Washington on Monday, January 18, to pay tribute to all Americans who have died from covid-19.
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Members of the National Guard located within a security perimeter that surrounds the Capitol, the White House, and the Washington Esplanade.
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The US Marine Corps Band rehearses Monday, January 18, on the West Front of the Capitol.
This is where the swearing-in ceremony has traditionally been held since Ronald Reagan was sworn in in 1981. (Credit: Erin Schaff / Pool / Getty Images)
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US Marines stationed on the eastern front steps of the US Capitol, which still shows damage from when pro-Trump rioters stormed the compound on January 6 (Credit: Melina Mara / Pool / Getty Images)
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Members of the National Guard sleep inside the Capitol Visitor Center on Monday, January 18.
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The Peace Monument is seen behind a fence Sunday, January 17, on the grounds of the United States Capitol.
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Preparations are made in the Capitol during rehearsals on Monday, January 18.
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A sign of Biden's inauguration is seen outside the White House on Monday, January 18.
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Secure ATMs in Washington City on Monday, January 18.
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The Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps band of the US Army prepares to participate in a rehearsal on January 18.
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American flags are illuminated on the Esplanade in Washington on Monday, January 18.
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Fireworks over Washington closed the day of Joe Biden's inauguration.
Women and girls wear pearls and Converse shoes in tribute to Vice President Harris
Dr. Amber Brooks and her two young daughters celebrated the inauguration of Vice President Kamala Harris with a special outfit: a pearl necklace and a pair of Chuck Taylors.
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Premature babies may have a higher risk of early death as adults
One in 10 babies worldwide is born prematurely.
What are the long-term health risks of being born too early as these babies approach middle age and old age?
With the 1-20-21 began a series of palindrome dates (in the US date format)
If you live in the US, the next ten days will surely be historic, and it's not just because of the inauguration: because of the dates.
And beware: there will be a palindrome date for everyone in a century.
Celebrities who have died in 2021
This year we have already fired some celebrities, and we hope they are not as many as in 2020. Look who has passed away so far.
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These are the celebrities who have passed away so far in 2021. Look at the gallery →
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Harry Brant, the son of model Stephanie Seymour and businessman Peter Brant, died of an accidental overdose, his family said in a statement to CNN on January 19.
He was 24 years old.
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Don Sutton, the former Major League Baseball pitcher and Hall of Famer who played with five teams in 23 seasons, died on January 18.
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Music producer Phil Spector passed away at age 80 on January 16.
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Siegfried Fischbacher, a member of the illusionist duo Siegfried & Roy, died on January 14 at the age of 81.
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Tommy Lasorda, the legendary Dodgers manager who spent seven decades with the organization, died on January 7, 2021. He was 93 years old.
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Actress Tanya Roberts died at 65 on the night of January 4, 2021. Her death had been prematurely reported hours earlier, after her longtime publicist Mike Pingel reported it.
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Albert Roux, the renowned French chef and restaurateur, died aged 85 on January 4, 2021. Roux, who lived in the UK, "is credited with starting London's culinary revolution with the opening of Le Gavroche in 1967, "says a statement.
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Quote of the day
"We will meet again when the epidemic ends"
Alibaba billionaire co-founder Jack Ma made his first public appearance in months.
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And to finish…
The policeman who diverted the agitators from the Capitol was applauded at the inauguration
Eugene Goodman, the Capitol police officer who drove the agitators away from the Senate precincts, received a special welcome at the inauguration.
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