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21 Jan 2025
#politics
The Federalist: Clearances Revoked For Officials Who Spread Biden Laptop Lies
President Trump has revoked the security clearances of 51 former intelligence officials who claimed Hunter Biden's laptop emails were Russian disinformation, aiding Biden's 2020 campaign. This includes John Bolton, and a report is mandated to investigate further inappropriate actions within the Intelligence Community.
The order follows revelations that these officials coordinated with the Biden campaign, with former CIA deputy director Michael Morell confirming he was prompted by Antony Blinken to issue the misleading statement. The directive aims to prevent future political manipulation by intelligence personnel.
Fox News: Biden's last-minute pardons of his own family members a 'stain on his legacy,' 'looked tawdry': CNN reporters
CNN commentators criticized President Biden's last-minute pardons for family members, calling it a "stain on his legacy" and a contradiction to his earlier promises of a different approach to justice. They expressed concerns about the legal precedents set by such actions.
The pardons, issued just before Biden left office, raised questions about transparency and integrity, with former Obama aide David Axelrod describing the timing as suspicious. The discussion highlighted the perceived inconsistency in Biden's stance on pardons compared to his predecessor, Donald Trump.
#culture
Le Monde: Five fashion exhibitions in Paris to kick off 2025 in style
As 2025 begins, fashion is increasingly recognized as a cultural subject, with major exhibitions like "From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce&Gabbana" at the Grand Palais in Paris showcasing Italian haute couture and cultural heritage. This exhibition features around 200 haute couture pieces, highlighting the brand's archives.
Additionally, the Louvre presents "Louvre Couture: Art and Fashion," displaying 100 iconic fashion pieces alongside artworks from the museum. Curated by Olivier Gabet, the exhibition emphasizes the dialogue between fashion and art, featuring contributions from 45 couture houses.
#education
GB News: Cash-strapped council spent £870,000 fighting parents in disputes over school places
Norfolk County Council has spent over £870,000 in legal fees battling parents over special educational needs (SEND) school placements, with appeals rising from 308 to 455 last year. Despite efforts to increase specialist school capacity, many cases remain unresolved, prompting calls for tribunal law reforms.
Critics argue that the council's proposed changes to tribunal processes are misguided and may undermine children's rights. The council, facing a deficit and increasing demand for SEND services, seeks to align tribunal decisions with local educational resources and support plans.
The Imaginative Conservative: Liberal Learning, Great Books, & Paideia
The speaker expresses gratitude for receiving a prize named after Russell Kirk and emphasizes the importance of education, particularly through the Great Books. He reflects on his long tenure at St. John’s College, highlighting the deep connections formed through shared learning experiences and the meaningful friendships that arise from them.
He advocates for pursuing a Great Books education outside institutional settings by reading widely and engaging deeply with texts. The speaker suggests that true learning fosters personal identity and understanding, emphasizing that Great Books reveal deeper meanings and truths about the world.
#crime
Le Monde: Authorities say a US border patrol agent has been shot and killed in Vermont south of the Canadian border
A US Border Patrol agent was killed in the line of duty on January 20 in Coventry, Vermont, near the Canadian border. The incident occurred on Interstate 91, prompting a response from local and federal authorities, including the FBI.
The highway was closed for several hours as investigations took place. Coventry is located near the Newport Station of US Customs and Border Protection, which oversees a significant stretch of the US-Canada border.