COVID-19 variant first found in U.K. could be dominant in U.S. by March
Research shows it could experience "rapid growth" in the early part of this year.
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Washington, D.C., locks down as inauguration events kick off
Vehicles checked. Roads blocked. The National Mall shut down.
Armed capitol rallies "will continue" as planned, Boogaloo group member says
An administrator for the website that originally announced the armed protests said the group intends to carry on as planned
"Helps the soul": Chorus finds a way to perform from cars
Using their car radios and some tech savvy, the Luminous Voices chamber choir in Calgary found a way to sing together from a distance.
Moon rocket test firing aborted after engine shutdown
It was not immediately clear what went wrong or what will be needed to fix it.
State Capitols boarded up, fenced off and patrolled by troops
Governors have declared states of emergency, closed capitols to the public and called up troops ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.
Pepperoni Hot Pockets recalled, may contain pieces of glass and plastic
The frozen stuffed sandwiches are being recalled because they "may be contaminated with extraneous materials," the USDA said.
Biden introduces key members of his science team
The president-elect is elevating the post of science adviser to Cabinet level — a White House first.
How the U.S.-Canada border closure impacts small towns and businesses
The hardships of the border closure due to COVID-19 span the entire 5,500-mile border.
Dustin Higgs executed, Trump administration's 13th execution
His death came two days after Corey Johnson was executed at the same facility in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Facebook blocks new events near White House and Capitol
Facebook made the announcement hours after CBS News learned that the Department of Homeland Security said that domestic extremists pose the highest threat to Joe Biden's inauguration next week.
U.S. races to catch up with other countries in COVID sequencing research
The U.S. is estimated to lag behind more than 30 nations in its sequencing effort.
Biden pay push could lift over 1 million workers out of poverty
Federal minimum wage has been frozen at $7.25 for more than a decade, the longest period without a raise since 1938.
Capitol rioter known as "QAnon Shaman" will be jailed until trial
Prosecutors say rioter Jacob Chansley, known as the "QAnon Shaman," is a dangerous conspiracy leader who should be detained.
More arrests announced as inauguration security takes shape
Some extremists are motivated by belief that Mr. Biden would be an illegitimate president, according to the bulletin.
Former RFK Jr. adviser accuses Trump officials of corruption
Nvidia investigates CEO Jensen Huang over Chinese espionage concerns
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"Forever cruise" arrested at Singapore port, court records show
These House and Senate midterm races don't have winners yet
Poland mourns Krakow shooting victims as terrorism probe launched
GOP Rep. Hill says he'll weigh whether Hegseth's actions merit impeachment
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Iran downplays new U.S. task force aimed at disrupting land routes
Leading Dem on midterms aftermath: "We're still in the fight of our lives"
