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Get ready for an even bigger chill. Siberian air to make Trump swearing-in coldest in 40 years

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www.clickorlando.com – Seth Borenstein, Associated Press – 2025-01-16 12:39:00

SUMMARY: A polar vortex disruption is spreading frigid Arctic air across much of the U.S., leading to extreme cold expected to last several days. Meteorologists predict this could result in the coldest temperatures at Donald Trump’s second inauguration in 40 years, with Washington, D.C. forecasted to see around 22°F (-6°C). Up to 280 million Americans may experience colder conditions than Anchorage, Alaska, with single-digit wind chills on the National Mall. The cold outbreak could break records in various cities, extending as far as the Gulf Coast and potentially lasting through January. These polar vortex events are increasingly linked to climate change.

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Crowds attend Paris memorial for far-right French leader Jean-Marie Le Pen under tight security

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www.news4jax.com – Associated Press – 2025-01-16 06:42:00

SUMMARY: A memorial ceremony for Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France’s far-right party, drew over 1,000 attendees in Paris. The event, held at Notre-Dame du Val-de-Grâce church, occurred under heavy security due to Le Pen’s controversial history of antisemitism and incitement to racial violence. Family members, including his daughter Marine Le Pen, and National Rally officials attended, while the public could watch via giant screens outside. Le Pen’s private funeral was previously held in his Brittany hometown. His death sparked celebrations among opponents, with significant police presence to ensure safety. Marine now leads the party, eyeing the 2027 presidential election.

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Japan YouTuber novelist woos global audience with visual, accessible horror

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www.clickorlando.com – Yuri Kageyama, Associated Press – 2025-01-16 00:51:00

SUMMARY: Uketsu, a unique Japanese YouTube star and best-selling mystery writer, captivates audiences with his black bodysuit, white mask, and unsettling art style. His debut book, “Strange Pictures,” combines images, diagrams, and text to create horror puzzles, selling 1.5 million copies globally and releasing in 30 countries, including the U.S. His YouTube channel has 1.7 million subscribers and over 190 million views, showcasing stories like “The Strange House,” which became a box office hit. Inspired by mystery writer Ranpo Edogawa, Uketsu aims to make literature accessible, particularly for younger audiences, and is already working on his next project.

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Speaker Johnson removes chair of powerful House Intelligence Committee

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www.news4jax.com – Stephen Groves, Associated Press – 2025-01-15 18:15:00

SUMMARY: House Speaker Mike Johnson removed Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, as chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, citing the need for a “fresh start” in the committee’s leadership. Turner, a vocal supporter of Ukraine and holding views that conflicted with President-elect Donald Trump’s policies, had clashed with Trump on foreign policy matters. Johnson, closely aligned with Trump, is expected to announce a new committee chair soon. Turner was praised by Johnson for his role in working with NATO, but his stance on intelligence and law enforcement issues did not align with Trump’s vision for the incoming administration.

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