A new target for Russian hackers, what happens next with impeachment, and more from Apple News

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It’s January 14, 2020.

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Russians hacked the Ukrainian company at the center of the impeachment probe, according to a cybersecurity firm. Servers at Burisma, where Hunter Biden previously served as a board member, were breached by phishing emails. That’s the same firm President Trump wanted investigated in his infamous call with the Ukrainian president. The New York Times

When will the impeachment trial start? We might get a clue today: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will huddle with Democrats over plans to send the articles of impeachment to the Senate. The hearings could begin early next week. The Hill

The Queen agreed to a “transition” period for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, though the fine print is still being worked out. She said she would have preferred the couple “remain full-time working members of the Royal Family” but respects their wishes to live a more independent life. BBC News

Cory Booker dropped out of the 2020 race. With his finances dwindling, Booker will instead focus on running for reelection to his New Jersey Senate seat. POLITICO

LSU beat Clemson to win the college-football national championship. The 42-25 victory caps an undefeated season, led by Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow and head coach Ed Orgeron. Sports Illustrated

Cover Story

Nancy Pelosi’s Big Bet

From impeachment to Iran, the House speaker is going all in against Trump. Here’s a look inside her playbook.

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Daily Discoveries

Three days into his NASA internship, this New York teenager discovered a new planet. New York Post

There was a mysterious hum in the Earth’s mantle. Turns out it was an enormous underwater volcano. The Washington Post

A huge meteorite smashed into Earth nearly 800,000 years ago. The crater it left behind may have finally been found. Popular Mechanics

Five Stories We’re Talking About Today

The Houston Astros fired their GM and manager after MLB issued unprecedented one-season suspensions for their role in the team’s sign-stealing scheme. ESPN

The Oscar nominations were announced, and there were some notable snubs. Three Vulture writers discuss how the Academy fell short. Vulture

Taco Bell’s new pilot program — which offers a $100,000 salary for managers — says a lot about the current state of the U.S. job market. Bloomberg

Who is Jared Kushner? A look at his family history reveals more questions than answers. The New Yorker

Admit it: You have a box of cords that you’ll never, ever use again. The Wall Street Journal

The Last Word

“	Everyone else is gone — it’s not safe here anymore.”

A powerful aftershock hit Puerto Rico on Saturday — the largest since January 7’s 6.4 earthquake — bringing even more damage to the coastal town Guánica. Miami Herald

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