Mayorkas confirmed as homeland security secretary over GOP objections
Mayorkas was confirmed to lead the sprawling department by a vote of 56 to 43.
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Biden administration partnering with pharmacies on COVID-19 vaccinations
Vaccine will be delivered directly to retail pharmacies, beginning with 6,500 pharmacies and eventually including 40,000 locations nationwide.
Some COVID-19 patients develop diabetes, doctors say
People with diabetes are more at risk for severe COVID-19 illness, and now scientists are trying to confirm whether the virus can also cause some patients to develop the condition.
North Carolina stops issuing license plates with Confederate battle flag
The DMV says it "determined that license plates bearing the Confederate battle flag have the potential to offend those who view them."
Exxon reports largest losses in oil giant's history
Exxon and BP reported staggering losses for 2020 on Tuesday as the pandemic crushed energy demand and undercut oil prices.
Trump legal team argues impeachment trial is unconstitutional
In their legal brief responding to the article of impeachment, Trump's lawyers argue the trial is "in violation of the Constitution."
Buttigieg wins Senate confirmation as transportation secretary
Buttigieg becomes the first openly gay person ever confirmed to a Cabinet post.
Warren: Bonus to nursing home CEO an act of "unfathomable greed"
Payout to exiting Genesis Heathcare executive came after thousands of residents died and as chain took federal aid.
Hal Holbrook, actor who played "Deep Throat," has died at 95
Hal Holbrook toured the world for more than 50 years as Mark Twain in a one-man show and uttered the immortal advice "Follow the money" in "All the President's Men."
Senate Democrats unveil resolution denouncing Capitol assault
The resolution urges the FBI and intelligence community to "immediately" start an interagency review of the threat posed by domestic terrorist groups.
Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson tests positive for COVID-19
Johnson said she's still "nervous" about being pregnant and having coronavirus, but is focused on getting "enough rest."
Hospital workers grapple with stress, "nightmares of stacking bodies"
"You just see them come in, they're alert, they're oriented, they're talking to you," Army nurse Capt. Joe Hargrave said. "And then just to see them decline at such a rapid rate — That was hard for me."
N.J. governor calls snowfall an "all hands on deck storm" as vaccinations on hold
"If you can stay home, we really want you to stay home today," he said Tuesday.
House impeachment team: Trump "singularly responsible" for Capitol attack
In their pre-trial brief, House impeachment managers argue that the former president clearly incited the attack on the Capitol.
Dolly Parton says she was offered Presidential Medal of Freedom twice
She said she couldn't accept it because her husband was ill and when asked about it again she wouldn't travel due to the coronavirus.
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
Tennessee cancels executions after Christa Pike survives botched injection
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Trump renews threat to resume attacks on Iran after U.S. midterms
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U.S. surrogate for Chinese billionaire says she trusted agency, as questions arise
Dual U.K.-Iranian national arrested over air base security incident
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
Family of Renee Good files civil suits against federal government
