What you need to know about the Senate’s impeachment trial, Putin makes a power grab, and more from Apple News

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It’s January 16, 2020.

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Impeachment trial to start in the Senate

The House sent the articles of impeachment to the Senate — meaning the historic trial, in which President Trump faces charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress, can (finally) begin. It’s expected to kick off in earnest next Tuesday after some procedural measures. The Hill

	Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts will oversee proceedings, with senators acting as jurors. Here’s how things could play out. Los Angeles Times

The U.S. and China signed a “phase one” trade deal that offers some tariff relief in exchange for structural reforms and a pledge for China to buy more American goods. Big picture: It’s a step in the right direction, although some of the toughest issues — like Chinese subsidies and U.S. restrictions on Huawei — still need to be worked out. CNBC

Vladimir Putin made a power grab, proposing major constitutional changes that would ensure his control over Russia even after his presidential term ends in 2024. His prime minister and cabinet resigned, seemingly to make way for the overhaul. Vox

Cover Story

The Hidden Dangers of the Great Index Fund Takeover

The near-universal popularity of index funds puts them up there with Social Security, Stevie Wonder, and streaming TV. But the surge in investment has had a weird, unintended effect on corporate America.

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People in the News

Ken Jennings explains the final Jeopardy! strategy that won him the title of greatest of all time. GMA

If Meghan Markle returns to acting, what kind of roles — and money — could she get? Slate

Faith Hope Consolo was a star of New York real estate, but her life story was a lie. The New York Times

Five Stories We’re Talking About Today

This NFL season marks the third in a row when only one coach of color was hired for a top job. Will the league do anything about it? The Ringer

Despite election-security fears, Iowa will use a new smartphone app for its caucus. NPR

Sea lions are cash cows in the Bay Area. But farther south, fishermen say, “Shoot ’em.” Los Angeles Times

Everyone knows that kid who wears shorts to school on the coldest days of winter. What gives? The Atlantic

Here’s how the CIA, FBI, and Secret Service come up with their code names. MEL Magazine

The Last Word

“	Vomited four times but ultimately understood the film on a deep level.”

People are getting high before seeing Cats in theaters. These are their stories. The Washington Post

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