Senate fully transfers power to Democrats by passing organizing resolution
Republicans technically controlled Senate committees for two weeks after Democrats took a majority in the chamber.
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Fauci says 'no red flags' seen in 10,000 pregnant women who've received Covid shots so far
Since the authorization of the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines in December, over 10,000 pregnant women have gotten the shots, Fauci said.
Biden should keep U.S. troops in Afghanistan past May deadline, study group says
The Afghanistan Study Group concluded that the U.S. has a significant interest in safeguarding Afghanistan from "becoming again a safe haven for terrorists."
Space Force general says success of private companies like SpaceX helps U.S. secure the space domain
Companies and investors continue to pour into the space industry, after the recent success of private ventures of interest to the U.S. Space Force.
Tech investor Chamath Palihapitiya says he's not running for California governor
"Let's be really honest. I'm not ready to do any of that," tech investor Chamath Palihapitiya said, when asked if he would run for California governor.
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg is the last founder-CEO in Big Tech as Bezos steps back
With Amazon's Jeff Bezos stepping down as CEO, Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg is now the only remaining founder-CEO at any of the Big Tech companies.
Vaxart shares plunge 57% on concern that lackluster antibody response will hinder effectiveness of oral Covid vaccine
The vaccine, which comes in the form of a small tablet, generated a type of T-cell responsible for destroying virus-infected cells in about 75% of volunteers.
Treasury yields rise as Democrats push forward with stimulus
Treasury yields climbed on Wednesday, as Democrats pushed forward with trying to pass President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus plan.
U.S. extends sole nuclear arms control agreement with Russia
The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty was set to expire this week.
Jeff Bezos built a $1.6 trillion company from nothing: Here's the legacy he leaves behind
Bezos transformed Amazon into an e-commerce powerhouse and cloud-computing giant during his two-and-a-half-decade run as CEO.
McDonald's enters next phase of testing a U.S. loyalty program ahead of nationwide launch
McDonald's on Wednesday said that it has entered the next phase of testing a U.S. loyalty program before it launches nationwide later this year.
Covid cases are falling, but unequal vaccine access threatens global recovery, WHO says
"The rain has eased, but the sun's not out yet," said Dr. Mike Ryan, executive director of the WHO's health emergencies program.
Amazon and Google reaped big rewards from a rebound in Q4 ad spend
Amazon and Alphabet's Google, which reported fourth-quarter earnings Tuesday, showed the benefits of a rebound in advertising following a pandemic dip in 2020.
Manhattan district attorney considers prosecuting Steve Bannon after Trump pardon
Steve Bannon was accused of defrauding donors to an effort to build a wall on the Mexico border. President Trump pardoned him last month.
CDC director says to watch Super Bowl virtually or only with people you already live with
The CDC has published guidance on how to safely watch the Super Bowl, which urges people not to travel to gatherings.
Justice Department drops suit accusing Yale of discriminating against White and Asian applicants, in reversal from Trump era
Biden's Department of Justice dropped a suit alleging that Yale was discriminating against White and Asian applicants, a reversal from the Trump administration.
Zoom adds virtual receptionists for when people start going back to the office
Zoom is launching a variety of features that can help companies use video-calling equipment in a contactless fashion once offices begin to reopen.
Amazon is testing Rivian electric delivery vans in Los Angeles
In Sept. 2019, Amazon announced it would buy 100,000 electric vehicles from Rivian. Now it's testing them in L.A., with up to 15 more cities coming in 2021.
Here are the top candidates to replace Andy Jassy as head of Amazon Web Services
Amazon decided Andy Jassy won't continue to run the cloud operation when he becomes CEO. A few names have emerged as his possible successor, and one stands out.
'All I did was cry:' Elderly Americans struggle to set up Covid vaccine appointments
Americans age 65 and older who are now eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine have been tirelessly trying to secure an appointment for the drug for weeks.
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