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Here’s what you might be missing out on during your busy day:
Inauguration Day: Trump goods. Great shot of the Houses of Parliament. The first women’s fashion statement. Speaking in the Capitol Rotunda, the 47th president vowed that “America’s Golden Age begins now.” Please take a look at the photos from the day.
Energy efficiency: The first project of its kind harnesses underground energy to heat and cool people’s homes. A geothermal pilot program launched in Massachusetts could save customers hundreds of dollars a month on their utility bills.
Drug research: A popular GLP-1 drug may have health benefits beyond weight loss and blood sugar control, new research suggests. The study also points out some important risks of these drugs.
Endangered places: Thanks to the dawn of a new space age, an extraterrestrial site has been listed as a vulnerable site by the World Monuments Fund for the first time. Find out which regions around the world may face problems.
Special space: Coffee shops may not save the world, but with every sip of your frothy cappuccino or bite of a crumbly blueberry muffin, they can help your spirit more than you probably realize. It contributes to human health and society as a whole.
‘oh my god! ‘ A Honda service technician was able to free a red-tailed hawk from the front grill of an SUV after it was hit by a driver in Massachusetts. The hawk is recovering and veterinarians are treating its injuries.
‘oh my god! ‘Woman is stunned after hawk hits car
• President Trump outlines priorities for second term, declares ‘American decline is over’
• President Trump declares national emergency at southern border and plans to abolish birthright citizenship
• Biden grants preemptive pardons to Trump critics and members of his own immediate family.
This is the amount received by the male winner during the qualifying for the 2 Nights Tour ski event in Germany. The female winner received a towel and shampoo.
Creepy creatures: Scientists have identified a species of giant sea insect discovered off the coast of Vietnam. They named it Darth Vader because it resembles the helmet worn by the iconic Star Wars villain.
Broken heart hotel: Shriver, one of the greatest doubles players in history, said his car and most of his Grand Slam trophies were stolen after he and his son evacuated from the California wildfires.
Which beer brand will temporarily change its name to “Monday’s Light”?
A. Bud Light
B.Coors Light
C. Mirror light
D. Heineken
Please scroll down for the answer.
A chance encounter: Nina Anderson and Derek Barclay embarked on a European train journey in the summer of 1990. They were stuck on a train together for two days. Here’s how they got married.
Big game: Ohio State and Notre Dame will compete for the national championship in a college football powerhouse showdown tonight in Atlanta.
See you tomorrow.
Quiz answer: B. Coors Light is temporarily changing its name as a joke as football season draws to a close.
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