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Supporters throng US capital as Donald Trump sworn in for second term

Trump assumes office at an indoor inauguration ceremony, while supporters gather at the Capital One Arena to celebrate.

Al Jazeera

Grieving Donald Trump's return

Dr. Gail Christopher on the "balance of positive thoughts to trigger positive emotions"

Salon

Michelle Obama Honors MLK Day With a Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. After Skipping Inauguration

"The time is always right to do what is right."

Marie Claire

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A tale of two Americas

In a curious coincidence, the inauguration of Donald Trump falls on a day we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King

Salon

Michelle Obama posts poignant message as she skips Trump inauguration

Barack Obama attended Trump’s inauguration while wife Michelle decided to skip the ceremony

The Independent UK

MLK Day kicks off at King's Atlanta congregation with daughter's warning about anti-woke rhetoric

Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations have kicked off at King's former congregation in Atlanta with a 70-member choir's rendition of Hallelujah and stern words from his youngest daughter warning against anti-woke rhetoric

The Independent UK

Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman seeks breakthrough for Black coaches on an historic day in America

It's hard to ignore the connections between Marcus Freeman's fate as he tries to make history in Monday night and all that’s happening in America on the day of the big game

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Trump vows to release files on MLK and RFK assassinations ‘in days’ after decades of conspiracy theories

President-elect promises to declassify more documents on 1960s murders of John F Kennedy, Robert F Kennedy and Dr Martin Luther King Jr

The Independent UK

Keke Palmer buddy comedy ‘One of Them Days’ squeaks by ‘Mufasa’ to top weekend box office

'One of Them Days' is the first Black female-led theatrical comedy since “Girls Trip” came out in 2017.

Fortune

Trump Inauguration And MLK Day: What's Open And Closed?

Many businesses are closing on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which coincides with Donald Trump's inauguration. What you should know is as follows.

International Business Times

Trump Vows To End 'American Decline' At Inauguration Eve Rally

In a raucous campaign-style gathering in Washington, the 78-year-old Republican promised cheering supporters that he would act with "historic speed" from day one of his White House comeback.

International Business Times

Man 'Accidentally and Tragically' Killed During Street Sweep of Homeless Encampment

The victim was allegedly inside a tent when he was crushed by a front loader being used to clear out the encampment.

Latin Times

On Last Full Day As President, Biden Urges Americans To 'Keep The Faith'

Joe Biden traveled to South Carolina on Sunday, his last full day as US president, where he urged Americans to "keep the faith in a better day to come" as he marked the national holiday honoring civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr. A scant day before turning the White…

International Business Times

Keke Palmer comedy ‘One of Them Days’ and ‘Mufasa’ in close race for No. 1

The Keke Palmer buddy comedy “One of Them Days” has opened in first place on the North American box office charts on a particularly slow Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend

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Why is Donald Trump's Inauguration the Same Date as MLK Day?

Donald Trump's second inauguration coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, sparking discussions about historical significance and ideological parallels between Trump's MAGA movement and King's vision of equality.

The Guardian - US

Bulldozers kill man in tent in Atlanta clearing homeless camp near MLK’s church

The city was clearing the area around the Ebenezer Baptist church before the MLK Day celebration on Monday

Tom’s Guide

2. 5 Martin Luther King, Jr. movies to watch to honor the civil rights leader

American icon has inspired many a movie over the decades Martin Luther King, Jr.—here are five to watch to honor the civil rights leader

The Conversation

MLK’s ‘beloved community’ has inspired social justice work for decades − what did he mean?

Since 1983, when President Ronald Reagan signed Martin Luther King Jr. Day into law, many Americans have observed the federal holiday to commemorate the life and legacy of the civil rights leader, Baptist minister and theologian.

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Honoring MLK Beyond A Day: King Center's Call

The King Center prepares for MLK Day with events promoting nonviolence and equality, urging year-round commitment to Dr. King's teachings.

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