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Rob Portman
personU.S. Senator Rob Portman of Ohio said Monday that he won't seek reelection – days after saying former President Donald Trump 'bears some responsibility' for the Capitol riots. The two-term Ohio Republican cites deepening political divisions. Also retiring are Republican Sens. Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania and Richard Burr of North Carolina.
Roman Abramovich
personChelsea sack Frank Lampard after a run of five defeats from eight Premier League games. Owner Roman Abramovich described the decision as ‘very difficult’ Thomas Tuchel is expected to be appointed later today.
Rudy Giuliani
personDominion Voting Systems has filed a $1.3bn defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani. The company accuses the former New York City mayor of having'manufactured and disseminated' a conspiracy theory. Giuliani had spread the conspiracy theory that Dominion used software to change votes in the November presidential election from Trump to Biden.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers
organizationThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Green Bay Packers 31-26 in the NFC Championship on Sunday. The win makes the Buccaneers the first team in NFL history to play the Super Bowl on its home field. The game will be played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on Feb. 7.
the Kansas City Chiefs
organizationKansas City Chiefs beat Buffalo Bills 38-24 in AFC championship game. Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill became first duo in NFL history with consecutive games of at least 100 yards receiving each in a single postseason.
the Green Bay Packers
organizationTampa Bay Buccaneers beat Green Bay Packers, 31-26, to advance to Super Bowl LV. Tom Brady will be just the fourth quarterback ever to start a Super Bowl for multiple teams. Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and defensive coordinator Mike Pettine committed two all-time blunders.
Debenhams
organizationDebenhams collapsed in December last year after another round of store closures. Other potential buyers last month included Mike Ashley’s Frasers and JD Sports. Deal with administrators of collapsed chain does not include department stores.
Thomas Tuchel
personThomas Tuchel expected to arrive in London in the next 48 hours. Frank Lampard was sacked by the Blues on Monday following a poor run of form. Lampard discovered the news as it leaked out before being officially told.
Tom Brady
personBrady has earned $1.75 million in incentives through three playoff games, including $500,000 for helping the Buccaneers win the NFC title on Sunday. Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Green Bay Packers 31-26 in NFC Championship game. Buccaneers will face Kansas City Chiefs or Buffalo Bills in Super Bowl 55.
Dustin Poirier
personConor McGregor lost to Dustin Poirier at UFC 257 in Abu Dhabi. It was the former two-weight world champion's first defeat by knockout. UFC supremo Dana White questioned McGregor's 'hunger' to continue fighting.
Dustin Poirier
personDustin Poirier knocked out Conor McGregor in the second round. It was a rematch of the first fight, which McGregor won in the first round in 2014. The lightweight champion will now target another shot at the UFC title. Michael Chandler makes his UFC debut with a first-round knockout of Dan Hooker.
Conor McGregor
personConor McGregor was knocked out in the second round by Dustin Poirier. The defeat means McGregor has now last two of his last three fights. Dana White has questioned whether the 32-year-old has the stomach to continue. McGregor now considering a possible boxing match with Manny Pacquiao.
UFC
organizationConor McGregor lost to Dustin Poirier in the second round at UFC 257. It was the former two-weight world champion's first defeat by knockout. The Irishman has now lost three of his last six fights. Dana White questioned whether McGregor could compete anymore.
FA Cup
organizationBrighton and Hove Albion beat Blackpool 2-1 in the FA Cup fourth round. Manchester City beat League Two Cheltenham Town 3-1. West Ham thrashed Doncaster 4-0 while Bristol City beat Millwall 3-0. Swansea beat Nottingham Forest 5-1 to reach the fifth round.
Larry King
personKing passed away Saturday morning at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. His death was announced by Ora Media, the studio and network he co-founded. No cause of death was given, but CNN had earlier reported he was hospitalized with COVID-19.
Andy Harris
personRep. Andy Harris, R-Md., tried to take a gun onto the House floor, police say. Harris was stopped at security and then immediately turned around.
Hank Aaron
personHank Aaron passed Babe Ruth on the all-time home run leaderboard in 1974 with his 715th shot. Aaron was the first player in history to rack up 500 home runs and 3,000 hits. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982.
Lloyd Austin
personRetired four-star Army general Lloyd Austin became the first African American defense secretary on Friday. The vote was an overwhelming 90-2 in the 100-member chamber. Lawmakers from both parties said they were pleased that Austin would be installed to lead the Pentagon.
Anthony Fauci
personAnthony Fauci said he felt 'uncomfortable' about things said by White House. Said he feared'repercussions' from Mr Trump if he misspoke. Added that he took no pleasure in having to contradict the president. Downing Street warned it faces the'mother of all battles' next month.
Senate
organizationAt least 107 House members — more than half the caucus — privately support removing Liz Cheney from power, sources say. McConnell threatens to block Senate's power-sharing agreement if it doesn't preserve the filibuster.