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Donald Trump signed a blizzard of divisive presidential orders as he was sworn in for a historic second term Monday, pardoning supporters who violently attacked the US Capitol and clamping down on immigration, even as he vowed a new "golden age" for America.

The US film industry's first big gathering since fires devastated Los Angeles will begin Thursday at the Sundance festival, where highlights include a glitzy new Jennifer Lopez musical and a dark Benedict Cumberbatch drama.

Brazilian coffee producer Moacir Donizetti first smelled the smoke, and then watched in desperation as a blaze consumed his family coffee plantation last year.

The United States withdrawing from the Paris Agreement is a blow to global cooperation on climate change, but other countries are marching ahead and stepping up leadership on the issue.

President Donald Trump announced severe new restrictions on immigration and asylum in the United States hours after taking office Monday, declaring that he will send troops to the US-Mexico border and attempt to end birthright citizenship.

Pep Guardiola insists Manchester City will rise to the occasion in their crucial Champions League showdown against Paris Saint-Germain after rebuilding their shattered morale with a 6-0 demolition of Ipswich.

Sergio Conceicao has been in charge of AC Milan for less than a month but has already diagnosed a lack of hunger as the source of his new team's woes, as the seven-time kings of Europe host Girona on Wednesday with the last 16 of the Champions League firmly in their sights.

Just when it seemed the pressure of a lifelong dream switch to Real Madrid might prove too great for Kylian Mbappe to overcome, the French superstar silenced his doubters.

Climate change, political headwinds and diverging market dynamics around the world have pushed coffee prices to fresh records, jacking up the cost of your everyday brew or a barista's signature macchiato.

President Donald Trump on Monday announced the United States' withdrawal from the Paris climate accord for a second time, a defiant rejection of global efforts to combat planetary warming as catastrophic weather events intensify worldwide.

US President Donald Trump repealed a slew of executive orders promoting diversity programs and LGBTQ equality Monday after using his inauguration speech to signal a definitive break with what he decries as "woke" culture.

US President Donald Trump said Monday he could impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from neighbors Canada and Mexico on February 1.

Prince Harry's hotly anticipated lawsuit trial against a British tabloid publisher alleging it carried out unlawful information gathering will start Tuesday, after years of legal wrangling during which dozens of other claimants settled.

Billionaire Elon Musk sparked controversy Monday after making a gesture at an event celebrating US President Donald Trump's inauguration, with some calling it a "Nazi" or "fascist" movement.

US President Donald Trump signed pardons Monday for some 1,500 participants in the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol by his supporters who attempted to overturn the 2020 election.

Donald Trump vowed a new "golden age" for America as he was sworn in for a historic second presidential term Monday, immediately signing a blizzard of orders that he said would restore glory to a nation in decline.

The US Senate unanimously approved Marco Rubio as secretary of state on Monday, putting the fellow senator in the frontline of President Donald Trump's often confrontational diplomacy.

US President Donald Trump said he plans to sign pardons on Monday for participants in the January 6, 2021 riot at the US Capitol by his supporters who attempted to overturn the 2020 election.

BARCELONA, ES / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / As scientists say, spending money on experiences leads to more satisfaction and well-being than material goods, and cruises represent exactly that, providing adventure, leisure, and global discovery. It's a one-of-a-kind experience, but like any journey, planning is essential. In this guide, we'll help first-time cruisers avoid common pitfalls and enjoy a stress-free, amazing adventure.

PHILADELPHIA, PA / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / abrdn Emerging Markets Equity Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE American:AEF), a non-diversified closed-end fund, announced today the commencement of the previously announced cash tender offer to purchase up to 10,150,355 shares, representing approximately 20% of the Fund's outstanding shares, at a price per share equal to 98% of the Fund's net asset value ("NAV") per share as determined by the Fund on the next business day immediately following the day the tender expires. The offer commences at 12:01 am, January 21, 2025, and will expire at 5:00 p.m. New York City time on February 20, 2025, unless otherwise extended. It is expected that the payment of the tender offer proceeds will be made as soon as practicable after the February 20, 2025 expiration date of the tender offer. The payment date is currently estimated to be on or about February 28, 2025, unless the expiration date is otherwise extended.

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / EVCS, one of the largest electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging network operators on the West Coast, and Clean & Prosperous Institute (CPI) are excited to announce the award of a $25 million grant to fund the development of 43 new EV charging locations across Washington state. The grant, awarded by the Washington State Department of Commerce under the Climate Commitment Act (CCA), will significantly expand EV charging infrastructure across Washington State.

New Strategic Business Acceleration Officer role will focus on accelerating the execution of business goals and fostering collaboration across departments

POTOMAC, MD / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / IGC Pharma, Inc. (NYSE American:IGC) ("IGC Pharma" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Terry McAuliffe, the 72nd Governor of Virginia, as a strategic advisor. Governor McAuliffe's extensive leadership experience across public and private sectors will play a pivotal role in advancing IGC Pharma's mission to redefine Alzheimer's care and position the Company for growth in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / 01 Communique Laboratory Inc. (the "Company") (TSXV:ONE)(OTC PINK:OONEF), one of the first-to-market, enterprise-level cybersecurity providers for the quantum computing era, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a partnership with Real Matter Technology Company ("Real Matter"), a fintech-semiconductor research company headquartered in Hong Kong. Real Matter specializes in developing KYC/AML-compliant blockchain solutions to enable real-world asset tokenization and providing quantum-safe chip technology for crypto-OTC trading platforms.

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN), an emerging leader in solar energy and utility solutions, announces its strategic focus on expanding into the California community solar market. This opportunity arises as California introduces new legislation, Assembly Bill 2316, designed to incentivize community solar projects that integrate advanced battery storage technologies.

NORTH YORK, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / ZTEST Electronics Inc. ("ZTEST" or the "Company") (CSE ZTE). The Company's Board of Directors announces it has initiated a comprehensive strategic review to explore and evaluate a broad range of opportunities to enhance shareholder value.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / Forte Group Holdings Inc. (CSE:FGH)(OTC:FGHFF)(FSE:7BC0, WKN:A40L1Z) ("Forte Group" or the "Company"), a diversified lifestyle and wellness consumer packaged goods company, announces that, further to its news release dated January 10, 2025, it has converted the aggregate principal amount of $200,000 in secured promissory notes issued by its wholly-owned subsidiary, Naturo Group Enterprises Inc. ("Naturo Group"), and $100,000 of Naturo Group's second mortgage on its property near Bridesville, British Columbia, into 624,998 common shares (the "Debt Settlement Shares") of the Company, at a deemed price of $0.48 per Debt Settlement Share (the "Debt Settlements"). All Debt Settlement Shares are subject to a statutory hold period expiring May 21, 2025.

LONDON, UK / ACCESS Newswire / January 21, 2025 / Argo Blockchain plc (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK) announces that Thomas Chippas is stepping down from his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Director effective 28 February 2025. Argo intends to engage an executive search firm to assist with the process of selecting a new Chief Executive Officer and will update the market in due course. In the interim, the Board has appointed Jim MacCallum, current Chief Financial Officer, as interim-Chief Executive Officer.

A Senate committee on Monday fast-tracked Marco Rubio's nomination to be US secretary of state, paving the way for him to take over quickly as top diplomat under President Donald Trump.

Chelsea overcame a howler from goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to beat relegation-threatened Wolves 3-1 on Monday, ending a five-game winless run to climb back into the Premier League's top four.

Margelis Tinoco broke down in tears after her asylum appointment was canceled as part of a sweeping immigration crackdown announced by US President Donald Trump on his first day in office.

Donald Trump said Monday he will issue a raft of executive orders aimed at reshaping how the United States deals with citizenship and immigration.