Five dead as huge winter storm grips swathe of US
Seven US states declared emergencies owing to the polar vortex of icy air that usually circles the North Pole.
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What We Know About HMPV, the Virus Spreading in China
While cases are climbing in China, the situation is very different from what it was when Covid-19 emerged five years ago, medical experts say. HMPV is common and decades old.
Biden meets exiled Venezuelan opposition candidate
US President Joe Biden calls González “the true winner” of Venezuela’s presidential election.
Trump Jr to visit Greenland after father repeats desire for US ownership
The president-elect says US control of Greenland is an “absolute necessity”.
First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana
The deceased was over 65 and had other medical conditions, state officials said.
Sugary Drinks Linked to Global Rise in Diabetes, Heart Disease
A new study assesses the effects of sugar-laden beverages on global health, with higher rates of consumption found in Latin America and parts of Africa.
Trump asks court to postpone sentencing ahead of inauguration
Trump’s laweyrs said they would appeal a judge’s decisions as sentencing in his New York criminal case looms
Canadian Parliament suspended until 24 March
In power since 2015, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he would resign after a new leader of his Liberal Party is chosen.
Watch moment Trudeau announces he will step down
Trudeau says he intends to resign as party leader and as prime minister after the party selects its next leader.
Who might replace Trudeau as Liberal Party leader?
Cabinet ministers, a former central banker and a one-time provincial premier are all reportedly eyeing the top job.