Jan. 26, 2021: University Names School After Sidney Poitier, Remembering One Year Since the Passing of Kobe and Gianna Bryant and More

Welcome to Word on the Street where we discuss the top five most interesting links of the day. Here is what’s hot for Tuesday, January 26, 2021:

Arizona State Names Film School After Sidney Poitier:  Arizona State University has named its new film school after acclaimed actor, Sidney Poitier. The Sidney Poitier New American Film School was unveiled on January 25.

One Year Anniversary of the Passing of Kobe and Gigi Bryant: One year ago today, the world lost Kobe and Gigi Bryant in a tragic helicopter crash in Calabasas, California.

Cicadas Set to Return in Fifteen States: Brood X cicadas will be emerging from hibernation for the first time since 2004 in fifteen states. From Michigan to Georgia, the noisy, mostly harmless insects will complete their 17-year lifecycle in late spring and summer.

Janet Yellen Confirmed as Treasury Secretary: Janet Yellen is confirmed by the Senate as Treasury Secretary. The former head of the Federal Reserve will be the first woman Treasury Secretary in United States history.

House Delivers Impeachment Charges to Senate: The House of Representatives has delivered charges against former president Trump to the Senate for his role in the Capitol riots and insurrection. The Senate will now take up holding a trial, after which they will vote whether to convict the former president for the allegations of the House.