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It’s Sunday, January 19 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s edition:

• A shaky start to the Gaza ceasefire deal

• The polar vortex sweeping the eastern half of the US

• Trump’s fireworks and parties

• 6 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

Shaky start to ceasefire

The NYT: A breakthrough! A Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal spells hope after 15 months of war, but watch out for logistical snags and delays.

CNBC: Sure, the guns are silent now, but that ceasefire delay exposed the fragile peace in Gaza, hinging on tight negotiations.

Forward.com says nope, it wasn’t Trump’s charm but Netanyahu’s party shuffle that finally set the truce in motion across Gaza.

Investing.com reports: With the ceasefire kicking in, stopping more bloodshed and offering glimmers of trust - it's about time!

NPR chimes in: A shaky start for Gaza's ceasefire, but with hostages named and celebrations in the air, a peaceful path might finally be in sight.

Polar vortex weather

PBS says winter weather's bringing record-breaking cold from Texas to Maine. Expect unusually icy conditions in the South, with minus 40 wind chills in the Dakotas!

AOL points to the polar vortex as the culprit. It's delivering severe chills and over 8 inches of snow in some Northeast and Midwest areas, affecting millions.

TCPalm echoes the danger: Sub-zero temperatures hit the Midwest hard with life-threatening wind chills, urging caution with winter storm warnings across states.

NBC News reports serious prep for the arctic blast. It's advancing towards the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, flashing a major cold threat from the Arctic.

WGME warns the Northeast's gearing up for the worst: Expect sleet, ice, and a slippery mess due to polar vortex disruptions canceling events across the East Coast.

Trump’s fireworks and parties

Yahoo: Kicking off inaugural weekend, Trump and Melania enjoy fireworks at Trump National Golf Club, Potomac Falls, VA. The event kicked off Trump's second term festivities.

Newsbreak: Trump brings the party vibes! Celebrates with 500 guests, including stars and an Elvis impersonator.

Fox News: Beyond the fireworks, Trump’s weekend includes iconic ceremonies and rallies, building up to inauguration.

Daily Mail: Trump's joyful return, packed with celebrities like Carrie Underwood and high-profile figures including Jeff Bezos.

NY Post: The Trumps' star-studded reception also saw political heavyweights and Trump's family, setting the stage for his presidency.

1) Amidst national security concerns, enforced divestiture from ByteDance has shuttered TikTok's U.S. operations.

2) Ahead of a potential ceasefire, Netanyahu warns of resuming fighting if Hamas doesn't release hostages.

3) Nelly has reportedly asked a judge to reprimand the lawyers who sued him over his debut album Country Grammar due to how "frivolous" the lawsuit was.

4) First residents return after the Palisades Fire as evacuation orders are downgraded, marking the start of recovery.

5) Chicago prepares for deportation raids targeting immigrants with violent criminal histories as Trump takes office.

6) Nebraska's meatpacking industry faces a labor shortage, with only 39 workers for every 100 jobs, and mass deportations could worsen the situation.