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Concern is mounting as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed a meeting of the Israeli Cabinet to approve the deal, raising questions about whether it would be implemented on Sunday as planned. A look at women soldiers killed in Ukraine and human rights abuses in Africa. A look at the career of J.D. Vance as the Trump/Vance administration prepares to take control on Monday, plus a look at the presidential inauguration and what to expect.

Tens of thousands plan to be on the mall to watch President-elect Donald Trump take the oath of office Monday; police are preparing for celebrants and protesters 

Shelters are meeting the immediate needs of those affected in Los Angeles, providing clothing, food and a place to sleep. But future needs are creating uncertainty for the population. Click here for the full story in Spanish.             

A Committee of Congress is coordinating the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump with strict security measures, attendance of international dignitaries and the presence of prominent political and business figures. Click here for the full story in Spanish.    

National Weather Service predicts the temperature to be around minus 6 Celsius during the swearing-in

Some local officials vowed to fight the new Trump administration

Hours after Qatar's prime minister announced the first stage of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire, the talks hit a snag when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Hamas of backtracking on parts of the deal. Hamas denied the accusation. Linda Gradstein reports from Jerusalem. Camera: Ricki Rosen.

Legislation banning the social media app on US soil takes effect Sunday, but the incoming president signals willingness to delay enforcement

We bring you details on the devastating wildfires sweeping through Southern California. We'll also cover President Joe Biden's farewell address. Plus, the heated moments on Capitol Hill during the confirmation hearings for Trump administration cabinet nominees.

Pamela Bondi, President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to become attorney general, faced more questions from U.S. senators Thursday. Witnesses testified to her character and integrity to serve in one of the nation’s most critical positions. VOA Congressional Correspondent Katherine Gypson reports.

Island nation is set to release more than 500 prisoners in a Vatican-brokered deal

Partnership will include cooperation in culture, education, science and technology

Now, both sides in brutal conflict that US describes as a genocide face sanctions 

Transcript: The Inside Story: Transition in America Episode 179 – January 16, 2025   Show Open:   Unidentified Narrator:   This week on The Inside Story:    Wildfires rage across Southern California.    And President Biden gives his farewell address... days before the Trump administration returns to Washington.     Now on The Inside Story: Transition in America.       The Inside Story:   JESSICA JERREAT, Press Freedom...

The advisory is intended to prevent delays in identifying human cases of avian influenza A (H5N1) viruses amid high levels of seasonal influenza

Authorities face possible investigation into their initial refusal to help miners and instead 'smoke them out' by cutting off food supplies

Port inspections find stolen vehicles hidden in shipping containers

President Joe Biden capped off his half-century political career on Wednesday evening with a final Oval Office speech, hoping to seal a legacy that has been overshadowed by Democrats' failure to stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House. In his farewell address, Biden warned of the dangers of the concentration of power and wealth, highlighting the emergence of an "oligarchy" and a "tech-industrial complex." How will Biden’s legacy be perceived in years to come? We spoke with Nancy...