January 8, Friday, 2021 (1:30 p.m.) Newsline read by Ms. Yamamoto Miki

U.S. Capitol Police say an officer has died from injuries he sustained when supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the legislative building. A statement by the Capitol Police says the officer died on Thursday night. It says he was injured while physically engaging with protesters and passed away at a hospital. 2. U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged that Joe Biden will be the next president. In a video posted on Twitter on Thursday, Trump said, “Now Congress has certified the results and new administration will be inaugurated on January 20^th. My focus now turns to ensuring a smooth, orderly and seamless transition of power.” 3.A record 7,841 new coronavirus cases were reported in Japan as of 8 p.m. on Friday. The nationwide daily tally has set a record for a fourth day in a row.

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