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Leading the mob to the US Capitol was a serving US army psychological warfare officer.
'Honeypot' tactic to find Trump fanatics
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Gunman arrested at Washington DC checkpoint
The man had fake inaugural credentials, a loaded handgun & over 500 rounds of ammunition.
'Counterstrike': China's threat to Five Eyes
China has condemned the Five Eyes for what it considers meddling in its internal affairs.
'America's back': Biden opts for diplomacy over nationalism
Biden's plan to replace "America First" with "diplomacy first" will depend on US allies.
Trump administration carries out 13th and final execution
No president in more than 120 years has overseen as many federal executions.
'I'm a normal person': Real estate agent who broke into Capitol begs Trump for pardon
Jenna Ryan has been charged by the FBI with disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds.
Sinister image shows 'martial law' notes before Trump meeting
A Trump defender was spotted going into the Oval Office with "martial law" documents.
Pro-gun NRA files for bankruptcy
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Capitol rioters were 'moments away' from finding VP Mike Pence
The sinister details in court papers shed new light on event rioters said was spontaneous.
Trump to flee Washington before Biden inauguration
President Donald Trump will not be at the inauguration of his successor, Joe Biden.
John Roughan: Why Trump was never truly a President
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America's Cup rich-listers in NZ: Billionaire team owners arrive for Prada Cup
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Trump Senate trial to focus on his attacks on US election
Trump's historic second impeachment could go to trial as soon as Inauguration Day.
Pelosi's nine impeachment managers hope to 'finish the job'
A look at Nancy Pelosi's prosecution team in Trump's historic second impeachment.
Questions linger about how Trump will finish his term
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'Don't underestimate him': Inside the weird Trump-Giuliani relationship
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'Dozens' of Capitol rioters on FBI terror watch list
A damning report raises new questions about how clear warning signs were missed.
'Sorry for my crimes': Death row inmate executed for role in gang slayings
Corey Johnson is the 12th inmate put to death since Trump restarted federal executions.
Inside the CIA, she became a spy for planet Earth
New York Times: Her service to science was done in the secretive warrens of the CIA.
Prada Cup: As it happened - A shocking first day of races
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Beaming Kim takes centre stage as N Korea rolls out big guns
North Korea's leader delivers a message to the US with huge military parade.
'Hello nice FBI lady': Alleged rioter's extraordinary email
One of the people arrested in the Capitol riot allegedly sent the FBI a bizarre email.
Opinion: Republicans should vote yes on impeachment
OPINION: Convicting Trump will have benefits for a Republican Party desperate to move on.
President-elect Joe Biden unveils $1.9 trillion coronavirus plan
The 'American Rescue Plan' includes US$1400 cheques for most Americans.
Donald Trump throws Rudy Giuliani under the bus over $20,000-a-day fees
Trump has turned on the man who stuck with him over an eye-watering fee.
NZ man dies after being punched at New Year party in US
Tensions and allegations at NYE party before New Zealand man believed fatally attacked.
'Famine not seen in 40 years': US ignores Yemen warnings
UN predicts widespread famine in Yemen due to the US designating rebels a terror group.
Millions flock to Telegram and Signal as fears grow over big tech
New York Times: The encrypted messaging services have become the world's hottest apps.
Ivanka and Jared's bathrooms no-go for protection agency
Secret Service detail protecting them were denied access to the mansion's bathrooms.
As his predecessor is impeached, Biden tries to stay above the fray
New York Times: Biden has long tried to keep from being sucked into Trump's dramas.
Impeachment trial could begin an hour after inauguration
Senate procedures allow for an extraordinary day at the Capitol.
Hate speech ban drives Trump supporters underground
'This is where we make our final stand for our sacred birthright.'