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US News Today Live: Mark Zuckerberg says users exiting Meta over fact-checking reforms is ‘virtue signaling’
- In response to a user’s criticism, Mark Zuckerberg defended Meta’s changes, claiming that the shift from third-party fact-checkers to Community Notes will improve platforms. He acknowledged that some might leave for 'virtue signaling,' but believed most users would benefit from the updates.
US News Today Live: NASA astronauts laugh off ‘stranded’ concerns: ‘We’re not castaways,’ says Suni Williams
- Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, on an extended ISS mission, reassured the public about their well-being during a NASA call, humorously addressing concerns. They remain focused on research for NASA's Artemis program, with their return expected in late March via SpaceX.
US News Today Live: Delta plane evacuation at Atlanta airport leaves 4 injured
- Four passengers sustained minor injuries during the emergency evacuation of a Delta Air Lines flight at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport on Friday morning. The Boeing 757-300, bound for Minneapolis, aborted takeoff due to an engine issue.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles wildfires: LA still in danger, Don’t return home yet advice, health warnings - 10 key updates
- The wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, with 10 dead and over 179,000 evacuated. L.A. Fire Chief warns the city remains at risk as strong winds persist. Authorities urge residents to avoid returning home early due to unsafe conditions.
US News Today Live: Atlanta faces snow and ice crisis: Authorities intensify road clearing efforts
- As snow and ice hit the Atlanta metro area, GDOT ramped up efforts to clear roads, deploying 100 plows by Friday morning. Despite pre-treatment with brine, conditions are worsening, with multiple accidents reported. Authorities urge residents to stay off the roads unless necessary.
US News Today Live: US President-elect Donald Trump sentenced to unconditional discharge in hush money case
- US President-elect Donald Trump sentenced to unconditional discharge in hush money case
US News Today Live: California's top insurer cancelled hundreds of policies months ahead of Los Angeles wildfire: Report
- State Farm canceled hundreds of homeowners' policies last summer in the Pacific Palisades area, now affected by severe wildfires. Many insurers defended the move due to rising wildfire risks and regulations limiting premium increases.
US News Today Live: US President-elect Donald Trump faces sentencing on hush money felony charges - What to expect?
- US President-elect Donald Trump will be sentenced on Friday for fudging business records related to a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels. He may receive a no-penalty sentence, avoiding jail time, probation, or fines, and will appear via video from Mar-a-Lago.
US News Today Live: Donald Trump on his viral moment with Barack Obama: ‘We probably do like each other, we just got along’
- Donald Trump commented on his friendly interaction with Barack Obama during the National Day of Mourning, admitting he didn't realize how it appeared to the public. Despite differing philosophies, Trump noted they ‘got along’ and shared a positive experience at the service.
US News Today Live: ‘People of Canada like it’: Donald Trump explains why he wants Canada as the 51st US state and calls Trudeau ‘Governor’
- President-elect Trump proposed making Canada the 51st state, citing $200–250 billion in US subsidies and low NATO contributions. PM Trudeau earlier dismissed the remarks as a distraction, reaffirming sovereignty and warning of countermeasures if tariffs are imposed.
US News Today Live: What did Donald Trump tell Barack Obama at Carter's funeral? Netizens lip-read: ‘Was expecting hello from Kamala’
- Jimmy Carter's funeral: Donald Trump, and Barack Obama, who have opposed each other vehemently before the 2024 US Elections, were seen sharing a lengthy conversation
US News Today Live: Supreme Court won’t block Trump’s sentencing in hush-money case
- The Supreme Court refused to block President-elect Donald Trump’s criminal sentencing for covering up hush money paid to adult-film star Stormy Daniels, clearing the way for an unprecedented court proceeding in New York.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles wildfires: From Malibu to Santa Monica — before and after pictures of neighbourhoods
- Los Angeles wildfires: Amid the tragedy a look at the before and after pictures of neighbourhoods from Malibu, to Hollywood Hills, Pasadena and the Los Angeles skyline.
US News Today Live: LA fire forces top Hollywood events to cancel. Critics Choice Awards, Oscar nomination & more; Check full list
- Numerous events, including film premieres and award nominations, have been cancelled or postponed due to the Los Angeles fire.
US News Today Live: Donald Trump inaugaration day 2025: Boeing and Google donate $1m each; check full list of BIG donors here
- Boeing is donating $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration fund, joining Google, which has also made a similar contribution.
US News Today Live: US President Donald Trump Inauguration Day 2025: When is the swearing-in – date, time and where to watch?
- Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025. This event marks a unique overlap with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, promising an extraordinary celebration of democracy. Here's what you need to know about the day's events and how to watch.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles wildfires: Rajeev Chandrashekar notes state of biggest world economy, ‘$4.8 trillion economic powerhouse…’
- Devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have resulted in at least five deaths and 180,000 evacuations, with damage estimates reaching $135-150 billion.
US News Today Live: Viral video: Paris Hilton ‘heartbroken’ as she watches her home burn to the ground in LA fire on live TV | Watch
- After losing her Malibu home to wildfires, Paris Hilton shared her heartbreak on Instagram while documenting the destruction.
US News Today Live: Los Angeles wildfires claim 5 lives, force 180,000 evacuations across California — See heart-breaking pictures
- Wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed five lives and damaged thousands of structures, with the Palisades Fire becoming the most destructive in the city's history. Evacuations have affected nearly 180,000 residents, and air quality advisories are in effect for millions across Southern California.