this is Shades of the Day — bringing you different shades of opinion in news & culture so that you can see the big picture quickly. We believe that seeing multiple POVs is the best way to stay informed.

It’s Thursday, January 9 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s edition:

• Trump blames fish?

• Meta’s content moderation changes

• The pros and cons of using a humidifier

• 6 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

Trump blames fish?

Trump points fingers at Dem leaders, including Gavin Newsom, for prioritizing a “worthless fish” over LA fire prevention and water management. Jail.com says Trump claims Newsom's environmental policies exacerbated the LA wildfires.

NY Post says Trump specifically takes aim at Newsom's protection of the delta smelt. He accused the governor of prioritizing the protection of the “worthless” fish over the residents of Southern California.

But CBS News says Newsom wasn't having it: He refuted Trump's claims on alleged water declarations, calling the accusations “pure fiction”.

For what it's worth, NY Daily News says experts aren't blaming policies for the deadly blaze -- they attribute the wildfires to dry weather and strong Santa Ana winds, exacerbated by climate change.

Meta’s moderation changes

Meta recently changes its content moderation policies -- ditching third party fact-checking for a community notes system. What's motivating the change? The WSJ Ed Board thinks the election has something to do with it: Zuck decided to reverse his decision to bend a knee to the Democratic left in light of Trump's victory.

But Meta says the change isn't motivated by politics -- the move intends to promote free speech on social media platforms. Read their official announcement of the change here.

On the other hand, The Atlantic offers a much less flattering take on what's motivating Zuck: Trump's favor. The Meta CEO is looking to flatter political bigwigs like Trump, for personal and financial gains.

National Review says the change reflects a wider trend across American tech companies, though: Zuck is following Elon's example, signaling a growing divide between tech leaders and Dem leadership.

The Free Press had yet another take on the change: It's “too little, too late”! Meta's “fact”-checking system has already undermined people's trust in the platforms.

Use a humidifier?

The Spruce says you should really be using a humidifier in the winter: Picking the perfect model can really boost your winter comfort by adding moisture to the air, preventing sinus issues.

HuffPost says humidifiers do more than help with dry skin and snoring -- they keep your home cozy for you and your pets, plus they preserve wooden furniture.

Weather.com says not all humidifiers are created equal, though: There are different types -- from evaporative to ultrasonic -- each with its own quirks and benefits like app control for ease.

If you're looking for a recommendation, Real Simple likes the Miko Myst! The model shines with a whopping 40-hour runtime and features like aromatherapy. Plus, it's quiet!

1) Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Kacey Musgraves and other artists expressed their heartbreak as first responders continue to battle wildfires in Southern California.

2) Russia monitors Trump's Greenland claim closely, linked to its Arctic interests for strategic military value and rare resources.

3) Winter storm hits Southern U.S., causing school closures for 1 million students from Texas to Georgia.

4) All 5 living presidents, including President-elect Donald Trump, will attend Jimmy Carter's funeral to honor his legacy.

5) Trump met with Senate Republicans to discuss legislative tactics but didn't reach a consensus on tax and job creation bills.

6) Jessica Alba and Cash Warren are headed for divorce after 16 years of marriage.