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Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Biden named six crises that the U.S. faces: the virus, climate change, growing inequality, racism, America’s global standing and an attack on truth and democracy.  White House press secretary Jen Psaki laid out new expectations for the media, vowing transparency and honesty.  In his first 100 days, Biden has pledged to, among other benchmarks, oversee the administration of at least 100 million Covid-19 vaccines, pass a $1.9 trillion stimulus plan and further reform the immigration system.  Alexey Navalny, the staunch critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who was poisoned months ago and is now detained near Moscow, has released a large-scale investigation into the President’s wealth.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Today, Joe Biden will become the 46th President of the United States. The day will look a lot different than inaugurations past.  Among Biden's first executive actions, are rejoining the Paris climate accord, ending Trump’s travel ban for predominantly Muslim countries and imposing a mask mandate on federal property.  President Trump took sweeping clemency action during his final hours in office, issuing 73 pardons and 70 commutations.  The US State Department has officially accused China of committing genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghur Muslims and ethnic and religious minority group

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  In Washington, DC, and states around the country, authorities are boosting security before tomorrow’s presidential inauguration. The head of the DC National Guard even said the FBI is vetting troops involved in securing the US Capitol to prevent any insider threats.  President Trump is expected to issue around 100 pardons and commutations today, his last full day in office.  More than 60% of all Covid-19 cases nationwide have been reported since Election Day, leading to nightmare-level infection rates. However, cases have declined 11% since hitting a peak last week.  Greek Foreign Minister talks about the right of Greece's to expand the 12 miles Eastward.  Bruins lost and Celtics need to get back on a winning streak.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  State officials are activating National Guard troops and closing off Capitol grounds in response to F.B.I. warnings that armed protesters.  Because of security concerns and the pandemic, Inauguration Day will be more subdued than usual.  President Trump plans to leave the White House for the final time on the morning of the inauguration.  Biden heads into inauguration with a stock market tailwind and Bills advance to AFC Championship.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President-elect Joe Biden has unveiled a $1.9 trillion proposal to boost the US economy and provide aid to those struggling in the pandemic. Dubbed the American Rescue Plan, it includes beefed-up stimulus checks, enhanced unemployment aid, an eviction moratorium and more assistance for small businesses, states and schools.  CDC expects over 400,000 deaths because of COVID in the US beyond of January. Bruins wins opener

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  President Trump has been impeached for a second time. Ten House Republicans joined their Democratic colleagues in charging Trump with “incitement of insurrection” for his role in last week’s violence at the Capitol.  it is unclear when the articles will reach the Senate, and when the trial will begin.  It will be first time to have a Senate trial of a "former" President.  Pharmacies are offering their help as the US struggles with its Covid-19 rollout.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM. The House is set to vote today to impeach President Trump for the second time. The single article of impeachment charges Trump with “incitement of insurrection” following last week’s Capitol breach.  The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced it will require a negative Covid-19 test from all air passengers entering the United States starting January 26.

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  The FBI has warned that "armed protests" are being planned at all 50 state capitols and the US Capitol leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration next Wednesday.  Major companies like Google, Coca-Cola and UPS all have pledged to suspend contributions across the board.  Parler, the social media app that serves as a safe space for the far-right, sued Amazon for deplatforming it on grounds the app encourages and incites violence.  Greece and Turkey will re-start "exploratory meetings" to find common ground for dialogue

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  Speaker Nancy Pelosi could bring a new article of impeachment to the House floor as early as Monday, charging President Trump with “incitement of insurrection”.  Twitter permanently suspended Mr. Trump’s account “due to the risk of further incitement of violence,” and Facebook banned the president at least through the end of his term.  A sustained surge of coronavirus infections has locked Southern California in a crisis.  Tom Brady beats Washington advancing in NFL playoffs

Listen to the Daily Global #News from Grecian Echoes and WNTN 1550 AM.  A US Capitol police officer has died as a result of the riots, bringing the death toll to 5, Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund is resigning.  Two Cabinet members have resigned in the wake of the Capitol riot. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos.  House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her leadership team are considering a rapid impeachment process if Vice President Mike Pence and the Cabinet refuse to take steps to remove Trump from office.  The US reported more than 4,000 Covid-19 deaths in a single day for the first time yesterday.  A new study offers early evidence that Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine might be effective against the two new coronavirus variants, first identified in South Africa and the United Kingdom, that are now cropping up across the globe.  Boeing has reached a $2.5 billion settlement with the Justice Department over criminal charges for the 737 Max.  Elon Musk is now the richest man on earth.