Highlights of the Week: 36 Stunning Photos

Weekly News Highlights

Former President Donald Trump won the Iowa caucuses on Monday, solidifying his place as the front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination as he attempts a historic comeback nearly three years after leaving the White House.

Trump’s victory in his first election since losing to Joe Biden in 2020 has put to bed any lingering questions about his hold over the GOP and whether his legal troubles would hobble him with primary voters.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis finished second in Iowa, ahead of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley. As the GOP field continues to narrow and Trump reasserts his dominance among conservatives, DeSantis and Haley are now facing added pressure to prove they have a viable path to the nomination.

Sports Highlights

The helmet of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes breaks as he is hit by Miami Dolphins safety DeShon Elliott during the Chiefs' 26-7 victory.
The helmet of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes breaks as he is hit by Miami Dolphins safety DeShon Elliott during the Chiefs’ 26-7 victory over the Dolphins in Kansas City, Missouri, on Saturday, January 13. The temperature at kickoff was -4 degrees Fahrenheit, with a wind chill of -20 degrees, making it the fourth-coldest game in NFL history.

International Events

Molten lava flows over houses in Grindavik, Iceland, on Sunday, January 14, after a volcano erupted.
Molten lava flows over houses in Grindavik, Iceland, on Sunday, January 14, after a volcano erupted. Grindavík was previously evacuated following weeks of seismic activity.
Giorgio Armani accepts applause after the conclusion of his Men's Fall-Winter 2024-25 collection presentation in Milan.
Designer Giorgio Armani accepts applause after the conclusion of his Men’s Fall-Winter 2024-25 collection presentation in Milan on Monday, January 15.

Social Issues

Nikki Cross tries to hold back tears as she and other family members of shooting victims listen to a US Justice Department press conference in Uvalde, Texas, on Thursday, January 18. Justice Department officials presented a new report that concluded officers had numerous opportunities during the 2022 school massacre at Robb Elementary to reassess their flawed response to the tragedy that claimed 19 children and two teachers.

Weather Conditions

Workers remove snow from Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, on Sunday, January 14.
Workers remove snow from Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, on Sunday, January 14. Wild winter storm conditions prompted the NFL to delay the Buffalo Bills’ wild-card game against the Pittsburgh Steelers to Monday.

Conclusion

The events of the past week reflect significant political movements, sports highlights, and pressing social issues. As these narratives evolve, it’s crucial for communities to stay informed and engaged.

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