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18 Jan 2025
#politics
Fox News: Colbert mourns his 'last show of the Biden administration,' jokes he may get pulled off the air under Trump
Stephen Colbert marked the end of President Biden's term on his CBS show, calling it the "end of an era." He humorously reflected on the uncertainty of his future during a potential Trump presidency, expressing bittersweet sentiments about Biden's departure while acknowledging the show's past anti-Trump stance.
Colbert also took a light jab at Biden's farewell address, mocking a metaphor about the Statue of Liberty. He concluded the segment with a comedic impression, emphasizing the transition of power and the show's evolving landscape.
#society
GB News: Millions of Britons could be left isolated as UK inches closer to finalising digital landline switchover
BT's transition from landline telephones to the Digital Voice service by January 2027 raises concerns about isolation for the elderly and vulnerable. Many Britons remain unaware of the implications, with a significant portion relying on landlines for communication and safety.
Polling indicates that 46% of people worry about increased loneliness among seniors post-switch. While BT promotes Digital Voice as a reliable upgrade, critics highlight potential risks to essential services that depend on landlines. The situation calls for greater awareness and support for those affected.
Fox News: White House reveals Biden's final list of clemency for nearly 2,5000 people, setting new presidential record
President Biden has announced nearly 2,500 commutations, solidifying his record for the most pardons and commutations granted by a U.S. president. These individuals were deemed to have received disproportionately harsh sentences for drug crimes, particularly related to crack and powder cocaine disparities.
Biden's actions follow previous clemency measures and respond to calls from several Democrats for further pardons. Rep. Ayanna Pressley praised the decision as a significant step toward addressing injustices in the criminal justice system and emphasized the importance of clemency in healing families.
#military
Fox News: Former Space Force commander nominated to serve as Air Force undersecretary: President-elect Donald Trump
President-elect Donald Trump announced Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier as the new Undersecretary of the Air Force. Lohmeier, a former U.S. Space Force commander, claims he was fired for criticizing "Marxist" diversity policies and lost his pension as a result.
Trump praised Lohmeier's dedication to the military and expressed intent to reverse what he termed "woke" policies affecting the armed forces. Lohmeier is expected to collaborate with Trump's Defense Secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth.
#health
Le Monde: US accuses Walgreens of filling millions of illegitimate prescriptions, including for opioids
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Walgreens, alleging the pharmacy chain filled millions of prescriptions, including opioids, without legitimate purposes over the past decade. The complaint claims Walgreens ignored red flags and pressured pharmacists to fill prescriptions unlawfully.
Walgreens maintains that it complies with all laws and regulations and is seeking court clarification on pharmacy responsibilities. The lawsuit is part of broader federal efforts to hold companies accountable for their roles in the opioid crisis, which has led to over 80,000 deaths annually.