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The United States Department of Justice has released 3 million pages of documents as part of its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The latest release is the largest to date and includes emails, 2,000 videos, and over 180,000 images. What do we know so far?

Also in the programme: who is Kevin Warsh, the man appointed by Donald Trump as next chair of the Federal Reserve? And Nigerian musician Fela Kuti becomes the first African artist to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys.

(Photo: Jeffrey Epstein in a photograph taken for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services' sex offender registry in 2017, Credit: New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services sex offender registry)

While debate rages in the U.S. about the merits and risks of Artificial Intelligence in schools, in China, it’s a state-mandated part of the school curriculum. Authorities there want to create a pool of AI-savvy professionals. But like in the U.S., some parents have mixed emotions about how and when their kids use A.I. 

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Protesters gather in cities across the country to protest ICE and its immigration tactics. Senate to begin voting on government funding bill designed to avoid a partial shutdown. Justice Department releases large tranche of Jeffrey Epstein documents.

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P.M. Edition for Jan. 30. A BlackRock fund surprised investors last week when it said that its net asset value declined 19%. Matt Wirz, who covers credit for the Journal, discusses why that’s reviving some fears around private credit. Plus, stocks fell, silver and gold plunged and the dollar strengthened after investors learned that President Trump picked Kevin Warsh to run the Federal Reserve. And fast casual restaurant chains like Starbucks, Chipotle and Subway are changing their menus and their marketing to lure diners with a hankering for protein. WSJ reporter Kelly Cloonan discusses what that could mean for their business. Alex Ossola hosts.

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President Trump will be nominating former Fed official Kevin Warsh to be the next chairman of the Federal Reserve. WSJ’s Nick Timiraos profiles the pick, explores the lingering issues Trump has with the current Fed chair and details the implications for the U.S. economy. Jessica Mendoza hosts.

Further Listening:

- Who Will Be the Next Fed Chair? Maybe Kevin

- Why is the Fed Chair Facing a Criminal Investigation?

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US President Donald Trump is again threatening military strikes on Iran, saying he has sent a ‘huge armada’ to the Middle East while signalling he is open to negotiations. Meanwhile, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has been holding talks in Turkey, where President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has offered to mediate. Also: during a visit to China, the UK prime minister Keir Starmer announces that Beijing has lifted sanctions on a group of British MPs who criticised its treatment of Uyghur Muslims; President Trump declares a national emergency on Cuba and imposes punitive tariffs on countries supplying oil to the island; a major study finds that our genes may be just as important as lifestyle and environment in determining lifespan; Kurdish-led forces in Syria say they’ve agreed a deal to integrate their fighters into the Syrian army; in New York, a man is arrested for allegedly impersonating an FBI agent in a bid to free a high-profile murder suspect, Luigi Mangione.

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The Iranian foreign minister has again said Tehran is ready for talks with Washington on the basis of mutual respect -- as the US continues to threaten military action over Iran's nuclear programme. Newshour speaks to former US national security advisor Nate Swanson.

Also in the programme: Inside the Roj prison camp in Syria; and forty years of Poems on the Underground.

(Picture: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visits Turkey, Istanbul. Credit: EPA)

Africa’s beauty and personal care industry is growing, as more people look to achieve glowing skin and the perfect make up look.

But many products on the market still do not cater to black skin. Last year, a study by US-based Environmental Working Group (EWG) found that over 3000 beauty products targeting black women contain health hazards. 

Focus on Africa: The Conversation host, Nkechi Ogbonna spoke with Zithobe Macheli, a skincare influencer from South Africa and Jessica Molefe, a make-up artist from Botswana to get their thoughts on this growing industry.

Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Carolyne Kiambo and Fana Negash Technical Producer: Terry Chege Senior Producer: Priya Sippy Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

Brutal cold stretch continues for millions, as another winter storm takes aim at the Southeast. Change coming to Minnesota immigration crackdown. Clock ticking for government funding. CBS News Correspondent Peter King has these stories and more on the World News Roundup.

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